Growing Fond of You, Mr Nian

“It’s not that easy to join Interpol,” Nian Junting said. He only managed to recover from his shock after a very long time. “You’re already far from being an average police woman. You’re hardly there in terms of acuity and dexterity…”

“I know, but I can learn,” Nian Xi said with determination. “I can take it no matter how much I suffer or how tiring it is!”

Nian Junting fell silent.

He was not sure if he had made the right decision this time.

As a brother, he merely wanted his sister to be happy, but he realized how hard it was to do that now.

By now, everyone was aware that Nian Xi was about to get married. Furthermore, many people had seen Jiang Yuning during the Lunar New Year, and thus, many of their relatives and friends had anticipated Nian Xi’s wedding banquet.

However, her boyfriend had left her again, and the wedding was canceled once more. Taking into account the previous incident with Feng Ji Chuan, it was the second time that such a thing happened to Nian Xi. She would undoubtedly be the target of gossip and would suffer a significant blow.

Especially for Feng Ji Chuan’s parents, they would certainly gloat over her misfortune. Yet, perhaps all these no longer mattered to Nian Xi.

…

For the next few days, Jiang Yuning did not spend much time with Nian Xi, as there were some basic skills that he needed to learn before he could become an undercover. It was especially crucial to learn several codes and how to contact the outside world.

Nian Xi did not idle around either, and she instructed Fang Qi to look into the TOX organization.

Surprised. Fang Qi asked, “Since when are you so interested in TOX?”

“Of course I’m interested!” Nian Xi replied as she lightly patted her injured legs. “Didn’t you say before that Zeng Hai, who had shot and injured me, was poisoned to death by TOX? That’s why I want to find out more about them!”

Fang Qi replied helplessly, “I’m not so sure about this. This information is classified, and now, it seems that… Feng Ji Chuan is in charge of Zeng Hai’s case. During our department meeting the day before yesterday, it was said that he has been tasked by the upper management to arrest members of the TOX organization. He has caught around five to six of them in Xia City.”

“Why him of all people?” Nian Xi asked in surprise. Interpol must have changed their strategy to better ensure her safety after Jiang Yuning had decided to become an undercover. However, Nian Xi did not expect Interpol to entrust such an important case to Feng Ji Chuan. It seemed that he was indeed highly regarded.

“That’s because he has worked in the special forces and interacted with these international criminals before. He’s experienced,” Fang Qi replied. “I think you should ask him personally since you guys are acquainted after all…”

“Got it. Thanks.”

Nian Xi hung up the call and, after a moment of hesitation, proceeded to call Feng Ji Chuan.

“Xixi…” Feng Ji Chuan’s uncertain tone could be heard after ten seconds.

“Yes, it’s me,” Nian Xi spoke with honesty through gritted teeth.

After Feng Ji Chuan listened to what she had to say, he remained silent for a long time.

“Forget it if you don’t want to reply,” Nian Xi muttered. The information was classified, and Nian Xi knew that she was putting him on a spot.

“I can only tell you that TOX is a very terrifying organization. Five years ago, they created a new type of virus and unleashed it in a small town in Angola, which had a population of 50,000 people. That town is a ghost town now,” Feng Ji Chuan explained in a low voice. “Nian Xi, Zeng Hai’s attempt to kill you was probably not a coincidence. It was intentional, and their goal is to capture Jiang Yuning. But don’t worry, I’ve fully found all of the members of the TOX organization stationed in Xia City. However, you shouldn’t leave Xia City for the time being. You should also tell Jiang Yuning to…”

“Thank you,” Nian Xi said earnestly.

“You should… take care.” Feng Ji Chuan sounded as if he wanted to say something, but he stopped himself at the last second.

…

It was spring in April. The grass had grown tall, while the orioles had emerged out of their nests. Jiang Yuning would soon fly to Rome to discuss the latest radio signal received from outer space with a group of scientists from the Astronomical Center.