If Yuan Shan had deliberately failed to control the information, that meant she had ideas of her own.
For example, she no longer saw this as a simple case of theft and desertion.
She believed that someone besides Henrik was involved. Otherwise, she wouldn't have made that probe.
After all, there was little point in leaking information to a madman whose mind was gone.
Whether their earlier attempt to flush out the snake had worked or she'd already had her suspicions was anyone's guess.
After quickly sorting through the information at hand, Fu Qian looked up and saw Wen Li watching him, her expression somewhat grave.
Hm?
Fu Qian's heart stirred.
This girl was extremely perceptive. He had to be careful to keep his emotional fluctuations in check.
Of course, he couldn't show no fluctuation at all. Being too deliberate would arouse suspicion too.
Besides, he didn't know what new ability she'd gained after advancing.
"Speaking of which, how have your abilities changed since you advanced?"
Fu Qian blinked. When in doubt, just ask. What else did it mean to be a straight shooter?
"A little. First of all, my physical constitution has improved quite a bit."
Wen Li seemed surprised by the question. She smiled and clenched her fist.
"Almost everyone in the Mental System gets a boost to their physical body after reaching a certain stage. It just happens in different ways.
"The higher your realm, the more obvious it becomes. I can tell I'm a lot stronger now."
"I still can't compare to you, but in terms of hand-to-hand combat, I'm already on par with low-tier physical-type Transcendents."
Hm!
Fu Qian nodded.
"Like Young Master Ye."
"Yes, like Young Master Ye."
Wen Li repeated his words. The change had clearly lifted her spirits.
"After I advanced, I