C17 He Wanted to Make a Deal with Me?

Liu Hanzhou was tall and lean, with an outwardly refined and scholarly demeanor. However, upon closer inspection, he exuded a certain roguish charm. His face was handsome and rugged, yet there was an intriguing androgynous quality to his features.

"Since you know you're the guest, how come you're the one who's late?"

Liu Hanzhou touched his nose, offering a sheepish smile to ease the awkwardness.

"Since I'm here, let's cut to the chase. I want to make a deal with you."

"Oh, you want to make a deal with me? Let's hear it," Liu Hanzhou replied nonchalantly.

"I'll help you get revenge, and in return, you help me with something. Plus, I'll compensate you generously," Lin Ci said, her tone measured and calm.

"Revenge? What do I have to avenge?" Liu Hanzhou was taken aback, though he maintained a calm exterior.

"Zhao Shiyin. I can help you avenge your father's death." As Lin Ci finished speaking, Liu Hanzhou, who had been casually toying with a teacup, couldn't hide his shock any longer. The cup tipped, spilling its contents.

"What do you mean?" Liu Hanzhou asked, eyeing Lin Ci warily.

"Ten years ago, your father's boss, Bai Chongyuan, silenced him because your father discovered his double-dealing," Lin Ci stated with a calm certainty, as if she had everything under control.

Liu Hanzhou looked at the young woman before him. Despite her casual tone, it was clear she was confident and had meticulously planned every step.

"Why should I believe you?" Liu Hanzhou asked, half-doubtful.

"You have no choice but to trust me. All these years, you've been wandering, searching for the truth, haven't you? You believe your father's death wasn't an accident, right? Haven't you suspected Bai Chongyuan? But you've always struggled to find evidence, haven't you?" With a series of questions, Liu Hanzhou's defenses crumbled.

Liu Hanzhou squeezed the teacup, then relaxed his grip, reflecting his inner conflict. Finally, he let go of the cup.

Lin Ci understood perfectly.

"What do you need me to do?" Liu Hanzhou asked, his defenses down.

"I need you to use the tracking skills you've mastered over the years to investigate the affair between Lin Ya and Bai Chongyuan." As Liu Hanzhou was sipping his tea, he nearly spat it out upon hearing this.

Lin Ci gave her a disapproving look, and she awkwardly smiled back.

This was explosive news! As far as she knew, Lin Ya was Lin Ci's half-sister, and Bai Chongyuan was her fiancé. They had been living together for a while, something everyone in the know was aware of.

Liu Hanzhou blinked at Lin Ci, indicating if she was serious.

Lin Ci didn't waver, and Liu Hanzhou awkwardly touched his nose.

Tiao asked, "How soon do you need this?"

"As soon as possible, preferably within three months. After all, it's a birthday gift for my significant other," Lin Ci replied with a smile.

Despite the smile, Liu Hanzhou felt a chill run down his spine. This person was too dangerous. He needed to leave quickly.

Just as he was about to go, Lin Ci spoke up, "Liu Hanzhou, don't you want to reclaim your daughter's identity? I can help you arrange a completely new identity, so you won't have to live so hard anymore."

Liu Hanzhou was taken aback by Lin Ci's words and paused. Then he said, "No need. I've gotten used to living as a man. From now on, Zhao Shiyin no longer exists in this world. There's only Liu Hanzhou."