Nicole… that female journalist from the Sun Newspaper, a Level 2 Cleaner from the Gemini Division, could she really be the secret agent the Aquarius Director left behind in the Capital City?
After asking some more detailed questions and confirming that the Nicole mentioned by the Prime Minister’s wife was indeed the same journalist he knew, Leon couldn’t help but narrow his eyes slightly, habitually speculating about her abilities.
…
He remembered how back when she was undercover with the rebels, she was the daughter of the old Owens couple. But now, she had somehow become the Prime Minister’s wife’s niece. These two identities were clearly conflicting, yet both parties’ memories seemed to have no discrepancies.
So if he hadn’t guessed wrong, she must possess an anomalous item capable of “interfering” with others’ memories, forcibly making her part of their family.
Judging by the effects of this object, it was probably one of the failed test subjects created by the Aquarius Director before successfully creating [Suppose]. It likely couldn’t fully “replace” a person but could only forcibly “add” the identity of a relative. Yet because its effects were practical, it was given to her.
Tsk… hands that can touch anything, a sheep tail that eliminates presence and provides a soul vision, and an unknown anomalous item that forcibly adds familial identities… upon careful consideration, these abilities are practically tailor-made for a spy.
After secretly noting down these crucial pieces of information, Leon didn’t entirely trust the Prime Minister’s wife’s words. Instead, he looked straight into her eyes and seriously asked, “Mrs. Martha, something this important, you should have come to our Bureau first, right? If I hadn’t met you today, were you planning to pretend you knew nothing forever?”
“I… I can’t go to your Bureau…”
The Prime Minister’s wife bit her lower lip upon hearing this, her eyes filled with shame as she explained, “During one of my secret meetings with Pione, we got discovered. If I go to your Bureau again, he’ll expose my affair with Pione. And the reason why I managed to avoid repercussions this time was because of the token of affection… the gift Pione gave me. I… also don’t feel comfortable telling Stephen.”
“Moreover, while I was testing Nicole, she noticed something was off. She approached me for a talk, saying she just wanted a convenient identity to do her work and wouldn’t harm me or my family. She told me to keep quiet and not say anything, otherwise, she would…”
“Understood.”
Upon hearing this, Leon’s impression of that female journalist worsened significantly. Frowning, he said,
“You’ve been personally threatened by her, haven’t you? If you speak out, she’ll harm you or your family?”
“Hmm… no…”
The Prime Minister’s wife shook her head, looking somewhat embarrassed as she explained,
“She said if I exposed her identity, she’d reveal my secret meetings with Lord Oren and Count Rune…”
“…”
6…
Unable to comment on the Prime Minister’s wife’s overly chaotic private life, Leon remained silent for a moment after being thoroughly shocked. Then, with a blank expression, he promised, “I will investigate this matter as soon as possible. But during my investigation, our previous conversation must remain confidential. Don’t even tell the Prime Minister, and avoid unnecessary contact with Nicole, understood?”
“Understood.”
Seeing Leon give a definite response, the Prime Minister’s wife couldn’t help but feel relieved. She then reached out to fiddle with the hem of her skirt, her eyes filled with anticipation as she asked, “Um… I have another question. How has Pione been recently…”
“Shh! Quiet!”
Not wanting to get further involved in the lady’s private affairs, Leon turned around and saw the Prime Minister, who had finished his speech and was walking towards them. He stood up to greet him.
“Prime Minister, nice to see you again.”
After recognizing the “young man” chatting happily with his wife, the Prime Minister’s originally unpleasant expression softened slightly. Chuckling warmly, he greeted, “Didn’t expect you’d also attend the Naval Bridge Public School Parent-Teacher meeting… and this young lady is…?”
“My younger sister Anna, and my brother William studying in Class One, Grade One, and my sister Melanie.”
“Ah, Miss Anna.”
Noticing Anna’s slight nervousness, the plump Prime Minister smiled kindly without giving an overly enthusiastic bow. Instead, he reached into his pocket on the right side of his belly, grabbed a handful of candy, and handed it over, winking at the two children.
“Since it’s a chance encounter, I won’t make things too formal. Just happened to have some candies on me, so consider it a small token of introduction. I hope these healthy little lions don’t mind.”
“Thank you very much.”
As Anna accepted the candies on behalf of her younger siblings, the seated Prime Minister pulled out a handkerchief, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and then smiled amiably as he asked, “I saw you and Mrs. Martha chatting happily on stage earlier. Unfortunately, I interrupted you. I wonder if I can join in on such an interesting topic?”
“It wasn’t really that interesting of a topic.”
After hearing the Prime Minister’s words, the Prime Minister’s wife immediately tightened her face, visibly nervous. Leon, however, merely smiled nonchalantly, activating his [Performance Master] skill. With a completely calm expression, he casually covered up, saying, “We were just talking about child-rearing. I praised your long-term vision in education, and then exchanged amusing stories about raising children with Mrs. Martha.”
Is that all?
No mistakes in content at all!
You look great, have such an outstanding demeanor, and have already achieved high rank at such a young age, exactly the type Mrs. Martha likes… Has she tried doing anything with you? Looking deeply into Leon’s eyes, finding his gaze and demeanor perfectly natural, as if he wasn’t lying, the Prime Minister relaxed slightly. However, when he glanced at his wife who seemed to sigh in relief, his eyes narrowed once more.
“Interesting stories, huh… Come to think of it, although I did well speaking on stage, due to my busy schedule, I’ve barely been involved in educating my three kids…”
Sighing lightly, the chubby Prime Minister chuckled and said,
“Coincidentally, I’m quite interested in those kinds of amusing stories. Could you share another one?”
“…”
Still probing… wow, so this Prime Minister is actually a jealous type underneath? Sensing the slightly malicious thoughts filled with jealousy from the chubby Prime Minister, Leon looked wordlessly at the bus lady and the jealous Prime Minister, unwilling to cause trouble. He nodded slightly, “Sharing again isn’t a problem… mainly regarding the survey forms from a few days ago. The answers filled out by my younger brother and sister were quite amusing…”
Huh?! Seeing Leon reaching for the folded survey form on the table, seemingly preparing to unfold it, Melanie, who had been happily sucking on her candy, suddenly became alert and discreetly kicked William’s leg.
Quick! Your turn! Hurry!
Sigh… what a hassle…
Annoyed, William glanced at his dirtied trouser leg before swallowing the remaining candy. He then jumped off his chair and, under the surprised gazes of both families’ adults, took out a small ring made of cloth strips and grass leaves. Without hesitation, he slipped it onto the chubby ring finger of the Prime Minister’s youngest daughter.
“Will you marry me?”
Looking at the unexpected small ring on her finger, Charlotte, who was also enjoying her candy, laughed delightedly. Without any shyness, she hugged William back and planted a firm kiss on his cheek, leaving half of her unfinished candy stuck there.
“Yes!”
(End of Chapter)
