Chapter 197: Hostility
Translator: Lonelytree
Xiao Rui turned around and met Lin Qi, Elder Lin’s eyes. Xiao Rui’s own superior stood behind Lin Qi fearfully.
Elder Lin was known for his sternness and self-discipline ever since he was young. Even at his current age, Elder Lin had a well-proportioned figure. His calves and arms were toned and well-defined. He was imposing and had a terrifying presence.
Xiao Rui was surprised. This Mo Li even manages to get Lin Qi’s support?! That was unusual because Lin Qi normally only had time for juniors he respected and it was near impossible to earn Lin Qi’s respect. Even when Xiao Rui encountered Elder Lin, the elder would only nod at him. The other family’s children, Lin Qi wouldn’t even look at them… So why would Lin Qi suddenly decide to vouch for Mo Li?
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Quan Yu sneaked a glance at Lin Qi. He heard from his family that there was a well-respected Lin Family member who had retired from the frontline. They had selected Pearl River as their place of retirement. That person is most likely this Elder Lin. Even though he is no longer a part of the nation’s military system, he is often invited as a military consultant. He is rumored to be a genius strategist and have greater stamina and intelligence than most. However, he is also known to be quite a hard individual to please. He will not waste time on those who don’t deserve his attention.
Since Elder Lin looked about Lu Xuan’s age, the latter assumed Lin Qi was a random doctor from the hospital. He snorted. “Who are you to vouch for my teacher?”
When Xiao Rui heard the doctor, he was worried on Lu Xuan’s behalf. Lin Qi had retreated from the public eye for a long time already, it was not unusual that the doctor didn’t know of him.
Xiao Rui coughed. “Doctor Lu, this is Elder Lin. He is the current commander-in-chief of Pearl River Military Unit. He is known for his marksmanship and he used to be a sniper in our country’s best special unit…”
“What nonsense. I know our commander-in-chief is already an old man! This man looks about the same age as I am! Stop feeding me bullshit!” Lu Xuan immediately shivered once he said that because Lin Qi’s burning gaze turned to him. He fidgeted involuntarily.
“Grandpa Lin…” Mo Li didn’t know what too say. Lu Xuan couldn’t be faulted for his ignorance. After all, Lin Qi indeed looked too young for his age.
Lin Qi didn’t speak but when he turned to Quan Yu and Mo Li, he burst out laughing. “Ha ha ha ha. It’s fine. I’m flattered that the esteemed doctor mistakes me for someone younger!” Then he turned to Xiao Rui. “Kid from the Xiao Family, as I said, I would vouch for Mo Li. Do you approve?”
“Of course, of course! Who are we to disapprove of Elder Lin’s decisions? We had no idea Elder Lin knew Mo Li.” Xiao Rui’s superior stood behind Lin Qi and cut in. He looked at Lin Qi with a fawning expression. He rubbed his hands together and flitted his gaze at Xiao Rui, as if saying, know your place, do not step out of line!
Elder Lin could easily make their lives hell. Xiao Rui’s superior had heard about Mo Li’s recent news too. However, he didn’t believe it. He thought this was just the Mo Family trying to drum up their daughter’s ability before her marriage.
“Since Elder Lin has vouched for her, Mo Li will participate in the autopsy as a consultant. However, if something is to happen…” Xiao Rui let the threat linger. He glanced at Mo Li like she could be the answer to all the strange things that were happening.
Honestly, Mo Li herself had no idea why Elder Lin had appeared at the hospital that day and had volunteered his help. Regardless, she did appreciate the help. If not for Elder Lin’s intervention, this whole case would most likely be silenced and buried, based on how Xiao Rui and his superior were acting.
After everything was settled, Elder Lin led the police chief to the breakroom. Before he left, Elder Lin turned to invite Quan Yu, “Kid, you coming?”
Quan Yu blinked and then nodded. Before he left with Lin Qi, he turned to remind Mo Li, “I’ve already ordered Ah Si to pick you up at the door at 6 pm, be careful.”
Lin Qi’s gaze on Quan Yu colored with interest. Hmm, this kid… Looks like I’ll have to go back to kick that brat at home or else he’ll only get the girl in his dream!
Lu Xuan happily packed his things and prepared the morgue. He also called his disciple, Qin Xuan. This was a perfect chance for them to learn, they shouldn’t miss it.
After everyone departed, only Xiao Rui and Mo Li were left in the room.
“I don’t know what you’ve done to them but this is my case. If you dare to create any problem or leak any insider news, I will have you punished according to the law.” Xiao Rui’s tone was cold. He glared at Mo Li.
Mo Li could understand Xiao Rui’s hostility. After all, in the original plot, it was the original Mo Li who ruined Xiao Rui’s first case by leaking the case info. That ruined his career and it was the reason why Xiao Rui was just a normal team leader even though he had solved many big cases.