The sky was clear and the sun bathed the lush green grass, infusing it with vibrant life.
After breakfast, Bai Xi received a call from Shen Mingxun.
Concerning the Kui Hall, she returned to her room, and Shen Mingxun began to report the results of the investigation: "Eldest Miss, we did find some things at the location you mentioned."
Bai Xi's brows subtly furrowed.
Her guess was indeed correct.
"What did you find?"
Judging by that man's status, he shouldn't be a significant figure in the Kui Hall, and what he could possess would be extremely limited. As long as they could find the method of their agreement or contact with the Kui Hall, it would be the best outcome.
Shen Mingxun paused for a moment before saying, "It was a USB drive. It was empty, containing only a video. And it seems this video wasn't something Li Chao intended to leave behind himself."
Bai Xi frowned. "Send it over."
Something left by Li Chao, but not something he intended to leave?
As Bai Xi instructed, Shen Mingxun transmitted the video from the USB drive through the butterfly-shaped earring in Bai Xi's ear.
The video's background was a dimly lit room. Inside, a swivel executive chair sat empty, facing away from the camera.
The man in the chair wore a white suit, which stood out remarkably in the dim room. He sat casually, his right leg crossed over his left.
At this moment, he was swirling a stemmed glass filled with a crimson liquid. It was evident from its color that it wasn't wine, but rather something akin to blood.
The entire scene was silent, as if the camera had no audio capabilities.
Just then, he suddenly tilted his head back, downed the liquid in the glass, and spoke in a languid, yet magnetic voice, "God of War, we will meet very soon."
With that, he released his grip, and the crystal-clear stemmed glass fell, shattering on the ground.
The entire screen turned black at that instant…
Bai Xi watched the video, her brow slightly furrowed.
Shen Mingxun stated calmly, "Bai Shen, if that Li Chao was a member of the Kui Hall, then the man in this video is undoubtedly also a member. It appears the Kui Hall is targeting you this time."
Bai Xi raised her hand and closed the video, saying indifferently, "This makes things even better."
If the Kui Hall intended to do anything detrimental to China, then that threat would be immeasurable.
But if they were targeting her, then even if she didn't investigate, they would come to her, saving her a lot of trouble.
Moreover, she had a vague feeling that the person in the video looked somewhat familiar, even though she didn't recall hearing the voice before.
Shen Mingxun's voice, however, was filled with worry, "Bai Shen, the people in the Kui Hall are insidious and use any means necessary. If they are targeting you, they might do something that could harm you. Should we recall Commander Liu Yue to protect your safety?"
Bai Xi said calmly, "Alright, inform Liu Yue to return and be responsible for the security of the Bai family villa."
Shen Mingxun was slightly taken aback. "Bai Shen, and you?"
Bai Xi raised an eyebrow. "I am perfectly safe."
She believed she had absolute self-preservation capabilities, but the Kui Hall had always lacked a bottom line in their actions. More than her own safety, she was concerned about her mother's and brother's safety.
Seeing that Bai Xi's mind was made up, Shen Mingxun no longer tried to persuade her. "Understood, subordinate."
Bai Xi said lightly, "Also, have the Lin and Tong families send people to discreetly protect the vicinity."
The members of the Kui Hall were ruthless and unscrupulous. If they couldn't find an opening with her and the Bai family, they might turn their attention to the Bai and Lin families. It was necessary to be vigilant.
Shen Mingxun accepted the order. "Yes, but…"
Bai Xi said calmly, "Is there anything else?"
Shen Mingxun asked, "Do we still need to send people to protect Dr. Han?"
When they went to investigate Li Chao yesterday, they unexpectedly learned that Bai Shen and Dr. Han were now together.
He had actually realized it long ago that Bai Shen had feelings for Dr. Han. This was not surprising, but Bai Shen had thought of the Tong and Lin families, how could she forget him? As an excellent and thoughtful subordinate, he naturally had to think what Bai Shen was thinking.
Bai Xi stated resolutely, "No need."
Shen Mingxun immediately responded, "Yes."
It seemed that in Bai Shen's heart, Dr. Han's position still couldn't compare to that of her family and her childhood friends.
Bai Xi said lightly, "He will be by my side from now on. I will personally protect him."
Earlier, when Han Mo confessed to her, he had said he wanted to stay by her side.
She had considered that if there were no issues with the dark division, she would keep him by her side. If there were matters that required her to act, she would arrange for him to stay at home. The Bai family villa was very safe, and he would naturally be safe there as well.
Shen Mingxun remained stunned on the other end of the phone, unsure of what to say for a long moment.
Bai Xi said lightly, "Commander Shen, do you have any further reports?"
Shen Mingxun stammered, "No, no, nothing more."
With that, Bai Xi directly hung up the phone.
After hanging up, Bai Xi walked out of the bedroom and saw Bai Han standing not far from it.
Bai Han smiled faintly. "Finished with your call?"
Bai Xi raised an eyebrow. "Mm."
Bai Han said, "Mom asked me to call you."
Bai Xi replied, "I'll be right there."
In the living room, Lin Yun was talking to Han Mo. Han Mo responded gently to her words, his eyes steadily fixed in the direction of Bai Xi's arrival. His gaze was contained, calm and unruffled, unlike his usual faint smile. However, the moment he saw her, his lips curved upwards.
Looking at that smile, Bai Xi felt inexplicably a little uncomfortable.
Lin Yun saw Bai Xi approaching and quickly said, "Xi'er, come here."
Bai Xi walked over and sat beside Lin Yun.
Lin Yun reached out and took her daughter's hand, patting it gently. "Han'er just told me he wants to go see Miss Tong. I agree. She wanted to accompany you to the amusement park yesterday and consequently had such a great scare. Why don't you two go see her together later, and bring some gifts along."
Bai Xi nodded. "Okay."
In fact, after Tong Xiaoxiao fainted yesterday, she regretted telling her about the reality of those corpses. It was only right to go and see her.
Bai Han glanced at his watch and smiled. "Then let's go now."
Bai Xi nodded and stood up. "Okay."
Bai Han cast a subtle glance at Han Mo, who was still seated on the sofa. His gaze was gentle, yet there was an uncomfortable clarity brewing within it.
Han Mo's fists, resting on his knees, clenched slightly.
How could he not know that Bai Han intentionally wanted to make him uncomfortable?
He deliberately revealed his identity and spoke words intended to sow discord between them, all to completely enrage him. He wanted Bai Xi to see his true emotions, his true self, in order to achieve his goal of driving them apart.
He couldn't let him succeed, yet he was powerless to do anything now… He could only watch as the two of them left before his eyes.