Paris's Calculations, Exceeding Expectations

Lin Yu left the office, led by President Paris's driver.

Although Lin Yu said something that sounded like he was going to tattle, it was precisely because he said it that President Paris was certain that Lin Yu wouldn't say anything.

This seemingly teasing and joking remark is actually a signal of goodwill.

After all, President Paris had only negotiated with Lin Yu in good faith.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have told Lin Yu so much of the information he possessed.

"This mysterious guy's origins are unknown. Although Miss Huo Le trusts him, it's really hard to say whether he has someone else behind him, or who else...!"

Paris could certainly tell that Lin Yu had been deliberately testing him, or even trying to trick him into revealing information.

However, Paris certainly didn't think that Lin Yu was trying to get information out of him because he didn't know these things.

He simply assumed the other party wanted to know how much he understood about the current power struggle among the Noble.

"Who wants to know me or win me over...? Aside from Lord Fire Tree, could it be someone from the Autumn Family?"

"The worst-case scenario is that Miss Huo Le becomes suspicious of me and deliberately sends him here to test and warn me..."

Paris pondered, finding it utterly troublesome.

Most people assume that he now holds a high position of power and stands at the pinnacle of the City That Never Sleeps.

But Paris knew very well that although he could not be said to be walking on thin ice and had some foundation, he still lacked a solid foundation in the end!

Because we were standing on the mountaintop, we could see the dark, oppressive sky when we looked up!

Normally it would be one thing, but now three of the Five Great Noble Families are about to pass on their power. This terrifying Vortex will undoubtedly consume countless lives and fortunes of Commoner.

Even though Paris was far more important than the lower and middle class residents, he was also closer to the heart of the struggle than most people.

"But perhaps that's why this 'Detective' came to me to extend a helping hand," Paris muttered, taking a bite of his orange and letting the juice splatter onto the table. "He says he owes me a favor, but in essence, he's trying to make a deal or cooperate with me..."

"He's been pretending to be a coward and a useless piece of trash for so long, only now that the situation is chaotic is he showing his fangs—he didn't reveal a single flaw for so long, I couldn't tell, and I imagine few people in the City That Never Sleeps knew this side of him... It seems he's more of a remarkable figure than I imagined."

Paris recalled their brief negotiation and seemed to see an ambitious and scheming man in his mind.

"The 'Hate Copper,' the 'Jade Laurel,' the 'Heart Vein Stone'... these items probably aren't just rumors. We should keep an eye out for them."

"Truth Company's 'Emotion Energy,' Divine Power Group's 'Life Conversion,' and the Universal Trade Association's 'Fusion Implantation'... Simultaneously dabbling in three Forbidden Alchemy, tsk, only these mysterious guys from outside the city would dare to do that. If it yields any results, it wouldn't be bad."

Thinking of this, Paris waved.

Another hidden door opened, and footsteps stopped behind Paris.

"You just witnessed the whole thing. What do you think of that guy? Is he trustworthy?"

Paris was met with silence.

Paris turned around, looked at the newcomer, and said unhappily, "What's wrong? You went missing in the Great Wilderness for a while, and now you're back and your brain isn't working properly anymore?"

"I'm asking for your opinion—didn't you just see him on the train? You can't even give an evaluation of someone you've met?"

Standing behind Paris, Stiller sighed.

"I don't know, I just felt that he was a completely different person compared to when he was on the train."

Paris nodded. "Looks like he's quite good at pretending."

Stiller wanted to remind Paris that it wasn't an act, but rather that the two of them were genuinely together.

However, after hesitating for a moment, he ultimately remained silent.

After all, Stiller couldn't easily explain to Paris how he could tell that the other person wasn't the real person, but someone else with the ability to perfectly disguise themselves.

He concealed from Paris the fact that he had become a Retainer of some "Player," only saying that he had previously been in the Great Wilderness.

On the other hand, before meeting Paris and while following Lin Yu's activities, Stiller firmly believed that he was still loyal to Truth Company and President Paris.

After all, everything she had was given to her by Paris.

His status, wealth, and even his skills and life itself all originated from Paris.

But...

When he saw "Sherlock" walk in from the dark security room, and after taking a few seconds to confirm that it was Lin Yu...

Stiller, on the contrary, found himself in a dilemma.

Because of the unbreakable bond between him and Lin Yu, Stiller couldn't do anything to directly harm Lin Yu.

However, this does not mean that Stiller must always prioritize Lin Yu's interests.

Even if Stiller had a choice...

Ultimately, standing before President Paris, Stiller still did not tell Paris the Truth.

"Probably... Lin Yu won't harm Paris..."

Stiller pondered this, then simply reminded President Paris.

"Um, President... I think you should still be prepared, he might need to use this 'favor' very soon."

Stiller said.

"And that guy might get into big trouble soon."

As he spoke, President Paris laughed, "Then I'd like to see just how much trouble he can cause!"

Seeing President Paris's confidence, Stiller suddenly realized something.

Yes...

What am I worried about?

Both Lin Yu and Paris are extremely intelligent, far surpassing themselves.

There's absolutely no need for you to worry about this and that!

"Let nature take its course!"

Stiller thought to himself, and then entered a "retreat mode."

As the car smoothly drove along the streets of the City That Never Sleeps, Lin Yu closed his eyes to rest once again.

"Through Paris, we successfully found a way to see the Nightless Sky Huo Le, and also a reason to do so..."

"More importantly, we now have a basic understanding of the Nightless Sky Huo Le. Once we meet, we should be able to adapt to the situation and avoid giving ourselves away... This is more than what I expected."

"Stiller should have met Paris by now. After spending time together, he should at least remain neutral... It was too rushed. If it had been any later, he probably would have completely sided with me."

Lin Yu pondered for a moment, then felt a pang of emotion.

"In short, we've done everything we can... Now it's up to luck. Hopefully, everything will go smoothly."

"Anyway, it's really thanks to Fu Luo for saying that last time."

"Of course, I didn't use his identity for nothing—next time, at least Fu Luo will find that his relationship with President Paris has improved!"