Real Universe, Lania Star Cluster, Milky Way Galaxy, Earth, Donghai City, Detective Bureau.
Xia Ke leaned against the window with a bored expression, gazing gloomily at the sky. More than a year had passed, yet Su Li still hadn't returned. That guy was incredibly cautious, and his strength was so formidable. He should be fine, right?
Bang, bang!
Suddenly, a knock came from outside the door.
Xia Ke came back to her senses. She turned her head, her gaze passing straight through the thin door and landing on the people knocking outside. It was Director Ye and Secretary Wang. Ever since Su Li had laid everything bare, the two of them had become the sort who never came without a reason. They had suddenly come over now, so they definitely hadn't just dropped by for a casual visit, right?
With that thought, Xia Ke quickly walked to the office door and pulled it open.
"Ah? It's Director Ye and Secretary Wang!" A perfectly measured trace of surprise appeared on Xia Ke's face.
"Long time no see, Xia Ke!" Ye Mohan said with a smile and a nod.
"I'm doing fine. Please, come in!"
"Mm!" The two women nodded. They didn't stand on ceremony and followed Xia Ke straight inside!
After having Director Ye and Secretary Wang sit down, Xia Ke personally poured them each a cup of tea.
"Has Su Li still not returned?" Ye Mohan asked after taking a small sip of her tea.
"Nope!"
Xia Ke didn't intend to hide it. She simply shook her head.
Su Li hadn't concealed his departure this time. He had been gone for a year, so anyone paying attention would have noticed!
"Director Ye, did you need Su Li for something?" Xia Ke continued.
"There is something I wanted to consult him