Chapter 224. Searching the Culprit
The masked man, however, seemed unfazed. Without acknowledging her, he glanced around briefly, then slipped down a nearby path, vanishing into the shadows as if he were a part of them.
Veronica raised a brow, observing his swift departure. She realized he was also masked and clearly not one of Liu’s household. Given the strangeness of the situation, she decided not to pursue him. Instead, she found her own path, maneuvering through the mansion grounds undisturbed.
As they each went their separate ways, a silent understanding seemed to form between them. In that moment, they each had their own purpose, each with an unspoken agreement not to interfere in the other’s affairs.
Tyler slipped deeper into the Liu Residence, casting a quick glance back in the direction where the woman in black had gone. He couldn’t help but think of her presence—sharp, agile, and unmistakably feminine. How had he known she was a woman? He chuckled at his own thoughts; even under the dim moonlight, her silhouette had been unmistakably clear. That smooth curve and narrow waist—it was easy to see.
The awkward encounter lingered in his mind, but he quickly dismissed it, refocusing on the task at hand.
The Liu Residence was sprawling, its corridors and courtyards winding, making it difficult to locate Liu Feng’s room amid the many quarters and wings.
Tyler didn’t want to draw any more attention than necessary, so he moved stealthily, blending into every shadow he could find.
Suddenly, Moeko’s voice, only audible to Veronica, echoed through the mansion’s stillness. "I’m sorry, Big Sister. I can’t remember the exact location." Her tone was tinged with frustration and sadness.
Veronica gave Moeko a comforting pat on her ethereal head, a silent reassurance that it was okay. They would find what they were looking for, even if it took a little longer.
As Tyler continued his search, he found himself crossing paths with the woman in black multiple times.
The two would pause briefly, eye each other, and then continue in opposite directions without a word, as though each had not seen the other at all.