Chapter 195
195. Just a Dog-Licker
The serious reprimand made Xiao Liu and the others quickly lower their heads to work, and Wen Han also regained her composure and walked in.
“Teacher, isn’t it good to maintain good relationships among colleagues?”
Su Zeheng ignored her: “What kind of person do you think Wang Yong is?”
“Is this an exam?”
Su Zeheng lit a cigarette, not answering.
“Okay.” Knowing the other party didn’t want to answer any irrelevant questions, Wen Han sat down on the opposite sofa. “He seems rather simple and honest. It’s your first time meeting him, but he’s told you a lot of things. This means he has no ulterior motives; he should be a relatively simple person.”
“Continue.”
“Someone like him should care a lot about his family. If his family needs him to support them, then I think the Recycling Station’s plan might succeed.”
Su Zeheng finally nodded: “Even knowing there might be risks, if they don’t seize the opportunity in front of them, they might not survive, so people often hold a gambling mentality.”
“As far as I know…” Wen Han pondered, “the targets of the Recycling Station usually have hidden evil thoughts.”
“Everyone has evil thoughts; that’s a given.” Su Zeheng exhaled smoke. “Tomorrow, gather some information on Wang Yong, especially regarding his family situation and career.”
“And you?”
Su Zeheng extinguished his cigarette: “Do I need to report my matters to you?”
“Okay!” Wen Han raised her hands, “Teacher, have you read too many domineering CEO novels?”
“If you want to be my student and stay here, then obey orders.” Su Zeheng finally looked up. “Others may not be able to control you, but I can!”
“How will you control me?”
Wen Han slowly stood up and closed the door.
She chuckled and pulled down her shoulder clothing: “Teacher, is this okay?”
Su Zeheng gave a cold smile: “Continue.”
“Continue?” Wen Han pulled down the other side of her clothing and leaned close to him, “Teacher, do you want to understand more deeply?”
Su Zeheng continued to smile: “Why not continue?”
“…What else do you want me to continue with, Teacher?”
“That’s for you to decide.” With his legs crossed on the table, Su Zeheng leaned back in his chair, calmly watching Wen Han, waiting for her next move.
But of course, Wen Han could not actually take off her clothes to seduce him.
She squinted her eyes, and after a moment, she could only pull her clothing back up: “Pretending to be serious!”
“Change your habit of trying to seduce people.” Su Zeheng scoffed, “You are a Light Mage now! There’s no need to use those lowly tactics like a Black Mage!”
“Boring.”
Waving her hand, Wen Han grew indifferent.
“So how should I approach Wang Yong? You’re the leader; I obey your orders.”
“No need to approach him.” Su Zeheng warned, extending a finger. “Collect his information and observe the movements of the Recycling Station; that’s your current duty.”
As soon as he finished speaking, his gaze shifted to the time displayed on the screen.
“You’re on duty tonight.”
After saying that, he picked up his clothing and left the office, leaving behind Wen Han staring at his retreating figure.
“This guy…” Wen Han tilted her head, “Wait, am I really on duty?!”
……
“Wen Han, you’re on duty tonight too.”
Her face couldn’t help but reveal a smile.
In the quiet office, A Long shyly scratched his head.
“I remember your name is A Long, right?” Wen Han chuckled, “I heard you’re a student of Uncle?”
“Are you talking about the captain?… I guess so!” When talking about Su Zeheng, A Long showed an expression of admiration, “I’ve been following him for about half a year now.”
Wen Han keenly perceived the spark in his eyes: “You admire him a lot?”
“Of course!” A Long nodded, “The captain is a big shot in Nanbei City!”
“Oh?”
What happened in the past year, Wen Han did not know.
But she could pry open others’ mouths and ask what stories lay behind it.
“Uncle has been in Nanbei City all year?” She pretended to be confused, “What has he been doing? Can you tell me?”
“About a year ago… technically a year and a half,” A Long pondered, “At that time, the captain was suddenly transferred to Nanbei City; I heard he requested the most dangerous tasks and always worked day and night, without any personal time.”
He got hurt!
Wen Han immediately understood.
It must be because he was pua’d by her a year ago, which caused Su Zeheng to fall into a state of anguish, desperately staying busy to numb his pain.
“And then?” she asked next.
“Later… when I went to Nanbei City, the captain was already the deputy director.” A Long smiled, “At that time, A Bao and I followed him, and we thought the captain was very fierce and didn’t smile much, cold to everyone.”
“…He wasn’t like that before.”
So, in half a year’s time, Uncle had become a different person?
…That’s enough. Sometimes, a person can undergo a massive change in just one of the worst and most painful days.
But Wen Han ultimately did not know how Su Zeheng could have changed so suddenly; after all, for twenty-seven years, he had been a completely different person.
“Before?” Her thoughts were interrupted by A Long’s surprise, “By the way, Wen Han, did you and the captain… know each other before?”
“Yes.” Wen Han came back to herself and smiled slightly, “We were quite good friends.”
“Friends?” A Long scratched his head, “Oh, that little girl before—was she your child?”
Wen Han nodded: “Before… that’s all ancient history now. I’ve lost hope in love.”
“Not at all!” A Long immediately frowned, comforting her, “You’ll definitely find someone who likes you! Look how beautiful you are, and you’re so gentle…”
As he spoke, A Long’s face turned slightly red.
Wen Han chuckled: “Sigh! Today’s boys are so unreliable; how can I dare to casually look for someone?”
“Not all boys are unreliable! There are plenty of good ones in this world.”
Wen Han smiled bitterly: “Ha! Honestly, if I could find a boyfriend like you, I’d be pretty satisfied.”
As soon as she finished speaking, she immediately covered her mouth, looking flustered: “I’m sorry, I misspoke! I… I didn’t disturb you, did I?”
Seeing those watery eyes, A Long’s throat moved, and he awkwardly lowered his head: “N-no!”
“That’s good!” Wen Han sighed in relief, “A Long, you’re really a nice person~!”
“Th-thank you!”
“Hehe! You’re really cute, your face is all red!”
“Huh?” A Long fumbled, “Is it? I… I’m a bit hot.”
Wen Han laughed heartily, but in her heart, she understood she had already captured him.
This reminded her of the old Su Zeheng.
That guy used to be like this, but now…
Thinking of his disdain and indifference, a sense of displeasure spread in her heart.
Just a dog-licker I once had, and now he acts all high and aloof?
Hmph!
Oh, by the way!
Suddenly, an evil thought popped into her mind, and Wen Han looked at the shy A Long with a smile.
Uncle.
What do you say if I have an office romance with your apprentice, and you see it every day—would it hurt your heart and make you feel bad?
How about… giving it a try?