Chapter 162 - 162: Doubts

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Chapter 162: Chapter 162: Doubts And in that moment, Qin Yize knew that Gu Qiaoqiao’s place in his heart was definitely more than just a nominal wife. However, it seemed that the two of them had no future. He raised an eyebrow, hiding the thoughts in his eyes, and spoke in a deep voice, “The man who kidnapped you and the woman who sent the false report tried to cross the border and were killed on the spot by our side.” “They’re dead?” “Hmm.” “Then do we know who leaked my information?” Gu Qiaoqiao asked. Qin Yize fell silent. Elder Shen, the supreme commander above, had already ordered all traces of Gu Qiaoqiao to be erased, but the enemy’s special agents still found out. Therefore, the one who leaked this information was a mole. Zhu Xiaohong was the initial suspect. But there were still many doubts. Yet these things, he couldn’t tell Gu Qiaoqiao just yet, he simply responded indifferently, “Don’t worry, their power has almost been crushed, nearly ninety percent, the remnants wouldn’t dare to act rashly.” “I’m not afraid,” Gu Qiaoqiao said, the corners of her mouth lifting slightly, her clear eyes shifting as she spoke unconcernedly. Qin Yize’s eyes flashed with a hint of admiration, “You’re a brave girl!” Gu Qiaoqiao’s smile made her eyes crease at the corners. “And you’re quite strong too,” Qin Yize said in a deliberate manner, “You even broke the other person’s wrist.” “My hands can carve stone; do you think I’d be lacking in strength?” Gu Qiaoqiao asked half in jest, half in earnest. Qin Yize laughed softly. Then his gaze gradually softened, “Can you tell me why you’re in such a hurry to find the Red Spirit Jade Marrow?” Gu Qiaoqiao was taken aback; she thought Qin Yize hadn’t heard her. Looking into those deep, abyssal eyes, Gu Qiaoqiao thought that in Border City, she had to clarify the matter related to Grandma Yu, whether it was connected to her or not, especially the photo in Grandma Yu’s Jade Pocket Watch. Therefore, she definitely couldn’t keep it from Qin Yize. It would be better to tell him. So Gu Qiaoqiao told Qin Yize about Grandma Yu’s matter, including the picture around her neck. Qin Yize was taken aback. He hadn’t expected such reasons to be involved. He spread his long legs and leaned lazily against the chair, casting a glance at Gu Qiaoqiao with a seemingly fleeting thought in his mind, yet so fleeting that he couldn’t catch it before it disappeared. The Mysterious Dragon Box, the picture in the jade ornament. Was Grandpa Gu really just an ordinary retired soldier who took up farming? And the mechanism in the desk was definitely set up by Grandpa Gu himself. His past seemed not so simple. A moment later, Qin Yize got up, hands in his pockets, and stood by the window, looking out at the blue sky and white clouds, he asked Gu Qiaoqiao, “Are you sure that the young man in the picture is your grandfather?” “Hmm,” Gu Qiaoqiao nodded, “I’m sure.” “You haven’t told your parents, have you?” “No.” “That’s right,” Qin Yize said, looking down at Gu Qiaoqiao behind him, his voice cold yet very serious, “Great Grandma cannot be acknowledged lightly.” “I’m aware of that, which is why I want to go to the Imperial Capital,” Gu Qiaoqiao murmured. Somehow, after speaking out, the heavy stone that had been pressing on Gu Qiaoqiao’s chest for days seemed to have been moved away. But Qin Yize, unexpectedly, didn’t dwell on this issue. Calmly, he asked, “What if Elder Gu doesn’t agree?” “Then I still have to try…” Qin Yize was silent for a moment, then nodded slightly, “Are you planning to leave soon?” “As soon as all the carving is finished, I’ll leave.” “Okay.” Calculating the time, Qin Yize spoke lightly, “In a week’s time, I’ll be going to the Imperial Capital, you can come with me then.” Ah, he was going to the Imperial Capital? Gu Qiaoqiao felt a little stunned, “But I was thinking of going home first.” “Let’s talk about it after we return from the Imperial Capital,” Qin Yize said decisively. “We’re not taking the train this time; we’re driving. Otherwise, how would you, a young girl, manage with a bag full of stones?” Gu Qiaoqiao thought it over and felt that it was a good idea. Indeed, those stones were quite heavy. All together, they weighed several tens of kilograms, not to mention the Mysterious Dragon Box. All were valuable items. It was still unsafe for her to go out alone. If she lost them, she wouldn’t even know where to start crying. If she went with Qin Yize, then she wouldn’t have to worry about safety. At that moment, Gu Qiaoqiao wondered, if she had never fallen in love with him, never married him, could the two of them be friends, just like she was with Luo Fan? In fact, Qin Yize really wasn’t suited to be a lover. Thinking this, Gu Qiaoqiao readily agreed, “Okay.” Seeing that she was in good spirits, Qin Yize suddenly remembered something and spoke at a leisurely pace, “Do you want to go to the shooting range?” The shooting range? Gu Qiaoqiao looked up at Qin Yize in surprise, “What for?” Gu Qiaoqiao knew that though the security team was part of the experimental base, they had been approved to possess some standard equipment. Including the base’s key personnel, in Border City, they were also specially permitted to carry guns. And Qin Yize was the best shot. At this time, curiosity filled Gu Qiaoqiao’s eyes. Qin Yize glanced at her and said indifferently, “You’ll find out once we go.” Gu Qiaoqiao didn’t object; she really did need to get out and about. These past days, apart from sitting, it was just lying down, feeling as if all the bones in her body had rusted. The shooting range was located on the southern side of the base and consisted of a large and a small range. Qin Yize took Gu Qiaoqiao to the smaller shooting range. At the moment, it was deserted. Only the targets stood upright in the wind in the distance. Qin Yize was actually quite curious. He had long wanted to bring Gu Qiaoqiao here. He wanted to see if Gu Qiaoqiao’s shooting was as accurate as her use of rubber bands and sticks. He chose a handgun suitable for her. Then, standing on the firing line, he began to teach Gu Qiaoqiao how to shoot. Gu Qiaoqiao also became interested. At that moment, Qin Yize’s tall figure stood beside Gu Qiaoqiao, extending his left hand to support her arm, then slightly bowed his head, his cool breath like bamboo scent lingering over the top of Gu Qiaoqiao’s head. “This is the sight. Aim at the center of the target, pull the trigger with your index finger…” His voice was steady, and he was in close proximity to Gu Qiaoqiao. When she felt his warm breath envelop her in a matter of moments, Gu Qiaoqiao’s heart skipped a beat, and her face grew hot. Feeling uncomfortable, she twisted her body a bit. Sёarᴄh the novёlF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She also felt a tickling sensation on top of her head. “Don’t move,” Qin Yize said without noticing Gu Qiaoqiao’s reaction, his voice cold. Gu Qiaoqiao frowned slightly and stealthily looked up, seeing Qin Yize’s exceptionally serious expression, she thought she might be overthinking. He was genuinely teaching her. Gu Qiaoqiao stopped fidgeting and began to seriously follow the steps Qin Yize had taught. Qin Yize fixed Gu Qiaoqiao’s posture, hid a flash of emotion in his eyes, and quietly stepped back without a sound. He spoke in a deep voice, “You can try firing a shot.” Gu Qiaoqiao looked at the distant target. Her index finger moved on the trigger, and soon she achieved “Heart and Mind as One.” Then, Gu Qiaoqiao coolly curved the corners of her mouth, pulled the trigger, and the bullet left the chamber, heading straight for the predetermined target. Bullseye! Qin Yize’s gaze sharpened; it was indeed almost as he had guessed.

Chapter 162 - 162: Doubts

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