Taking off the mask, besides being good-looking, Zhao Mou had no impression at all.

It was precisely because this appearance was absolutely unforgettable that he could be certain that he had never seen this man who called himself Yu Xing before.

For unexpected visitors, Zhao Mou was on high alert.

Clearly, this was the teammate his younger brother had encountered during the assessment last night. He had originally thought that he was just a talented newcomer, but it seemed that things were a bit beyond his expectations.

Being able to find their house... no, his younger brother's house, it seemed that the other party had some reliance.

"Please come in." Thinking of this, Zhao Mou put on an official smile, shook hands with Yu Xing, and let him into the house.

Yu Xing glanced at the exquisitely arranged and expensively decorated living room, and obediently sat on the sofa.

"Xiao Jiu, go pour a glass of water for the guest." Zhao Mou sat opposite Yu Xing and elegantly assumed the role of the host.

His gaze carried a faint scrutiny, invisibly putting pressure on Yu Xing.

He wanted to see what the person who dared to come had in mind and what abilities he had.

However, the situation did not go in the direction he could control.

Zhao Yijiu sat down next to Zhao Mou, crossed his legs, and coldly glanced at him. "If you want water, pour it yourself. I'm not one of your subordinates."

Yu Xing also smiled, unaffected by the atmosphere. "Oh? It seems that Mr. Zhao Mou can't command Brother Jiu."

Zhao Mou: "... Although this atmosphere makes me understand that Xiao Jiu has a good impression of Yu Xing, at least both sides don't have any ill intentions, but why do I feel so uncomfortable for no reason!"

Indeed, he had less contact with Zhao Yijiu in recent years and no longer understood the younger brother he used to know.

But he didn't expect Zhao Yijiu to be so disrespectful in front of outsiders...

Since intimidation didn't work, Zhao Mou's thoughts shifted, and he naturally changed his approach. "Yu Xing? Nice to meet you."

"Likewise, I've heard your name for a long time." Yu Xing smiled.

"You came today to find Xiao Jiu, right? How about you two chat first?" Zhao Mou took a step back and a glint of light reflected off his glasses.

"You didn't promise me something just to investigate my family, did you?" Zhao Yijiu looked at Yu Xing with eyes that seemed to reveal a desire to speak but were hesitant.

If only he had left a contact method last night. Coming over directly would have been seen as provocation by Zhao Mou.

"No, I'm not that capable. How could I find out about the famous Zhao Family, a prominent force in the deductionist community, in just one night?" Yu Xing shook his head unexpectedly, directly denying Zhao Yijiu's guess. "Actually..."

"I came for Mr. Zhao Mou, or rather, for the power of the entire Zhao Family."

"... " Zhao Yijiu stared at him coldly.

"Oh? I'm a little curious, how much do you know about us?" Zhao Mou squinted his eyes, smiling like a fox, his tone rising.

"The Zhao Family is a prominent force in the deductionist community, well-known in the North China region. The most famous thing about the Zhao Family is their understanding of the information of many deduction worlds. To make an analogy, the Zhao Family is like an encyclopedia or an intelligence leader. Deductionists in the North China region should more or less know about you." Yu Xing's tone was somewhere between serious and casual, making it difficult to determine his attitude towards this family. "At first, I didn't think Brother Jiu belonged to the Zhao Family, but when I was looking for his contact information today, I discovered something unusual."

"Brother Jiu's performance is obviously not that of a newcomer. There must be a teacher or other support behind him. And I happened to discover that 'Zhao Mou', who has recently gained fame as a deductionist on the 'Deviation Route', is actually Brother Jiu's brother. Brother Jiu was injured last night, and the wounds caused by the specter cannot be healed by normal medical means. So I guess that Mr. Zhao Mou, who possesses healing offerings, should be the one who treated Brother Jiu's injuries."

"Since I have such a good opportunity to get in touch with Mr. Zhao Mou, of course, I can't miss it. So please forgive me for bothering you today."

This was a long passage with a lot of information.

After hearing the latter part, Zhao Mou gradually relaxed his posture because Yu Xing didn't mention any secrets, but rather information that deductionists from the advanced to the "differentiation" level in the country could easily know.

After all, the Zhao Family was very special. Most other deductionist forces were gathered from different places, and only a few families could ensure that someone could enter the "Absurdity" and continue the inheritance of deductionists.

Such a family had a long-standing reputation.

"So you're from another force." Zhao Mou pushed his glasses and said calmly, but he was actually somewhat intrigued.

Zhao Yijiu was young and had a closed personality. Even though he had received training in physical and logical aspects since childhood, he lacked experience in deduction.

If someone could protect him a little, he would feel more at ease.

"Well, it's not impossible to say that. I'm a friend of Qu Xianqing." Yu Xing decisively used this shield to block any doubts.

Zhao Mou calmly said, "Can you prove it?"

He had never heard that the lone woman would have friends.

"Sure." Yu Xing took out his phone. "I'll have her add you on WeChat, okay?"

Zhao Mou: Ah, I didn't expect this.

Since WeChat was brought up, Zhao Mou naturally had various ways to verify its authenticity. He waved his hand. "No need, adding WeChat so suddenly, I'm afraid she'll dislike me next time and kill me."

Making a little joke, the atmosphere in the living room had already eased a lot.

Except for the increasingly bad expression on Zhao Yijiu's face, everything seemed harmonious.

Zhao Yijiu, who had little contact with his own family: I'm the only one here who knows nothing. ?????☹️

"So, what is your purpose in coming to our house?" Sensing his younger brother's emotions, Zhao Mou cleared his throat and asked.

Yu Xing looked up. "I won't trouble the entire Zhao Family for the time being. I personally want to ask you to pay attention to something for me."

Zhao Mou became interested. "Oh? What is it?"

"A performer who calls himself the Specter, who never reveals his real name or appearance, and the force behind him, the 'Monocle'."

"Is this your enemy?"

Yu Xing said, his expression not at all like someone talking about an enemy, his smile becoming even brighter, but inexplicably chilling. "I have a deep grudge with him~"

Zhao Mou: That's really a big grudge.

He knew about the performer. Performers rarely appeared and were the highest level of deductionists in legends. He currently had no way to obtain information about the other party.

The reason he had heard of him was because of rumors that Qu Xianqing and the "Monocle" organization were at odds and had a big conflict, and the performer was one of the members of the Monocle, perhaps even the initiator of the Monocle.

"This deal is neither big nor small." Zhao Mou smiled at Yu Xing. After all, Yu Xing only asked him to pay attention, without any mandatory demands, and it was a personal request, not involving the entire family. "I can help you pay attention, but what reward are you willing to offer?"

"The main branch of the Zhao Family is in Tianjin and has gradually infiltrated the surrounding areas in recent years. I didn't expect that the influence of your family has already begun to spread to the Jiangnan region." Yu Xing was quite confident. "Your activities are mostly in Tianjin, right? Brother Jiu should be living alone in Mijin City, right? You can't always help him. If you agree, I can guarantee his safety before he advances to the advanced level."

Zhao Yijiu frowned suddenly when he was suddenly mentioned.

Has he become a bargaining chip?

Although his brother Zhao Mou had a free-spirited personality, his strength was indeed strong, but Yu Xing... He had just completed the assessment with him, so how could he be so confident in "protecting" him?

Huh, thinking that being a little smarter and having better skills could...

Yu Xing turned his head and smiled at him. "Of course, you can also protect me!"

He readily accepted, showing the same expression that reminded Zhao Yijiu of last night's performance. "But I can promise you that if Mr. Zhao Mou agrees, I guarantee that you won't die and can steadily advance without any worries."

"Is this also Qu Xianqing's intention?" Zhao Mou remained calm on the surface, but he was actually somewhat tempted.

Zhao Yijiu was young and had a closed personality. Even though he had received training in physical and logical aspects since childhood, he lacked experience in deduction.

If someone could protect him a little, he would feel more at ease.

"Well, Qu Xianqing can also help if needed. Hey, why don't you exchange WeChat?" Yu Xing said, opening his phone and approaching Zhao Mou.

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Zhao Mou: ... Let's not.

"I will give you an answer after verifying this matter. If you really stand on the same side as Qu Xianqing, I can help you on my own behalf." He nudged Zhao Yijiu with his elbow. "Xiao Jiu, what do you think?"

"Whatever." Zhao Yijiu dodged Zhao Mou's elbow.

He wasn't someone who was too proud to understand the pros and cons. There was no reason to refuse.

If what Yu Xing said was true, then besides benefiting himself, Yu Xing could obtain the information he wanted, and Zhao Mou... could take the opportunity to connect with Qu Xianqing.

Oh, although he had no idea who these two people were...

"Then it's settled. After Mr. Zhao Mou confirms, you can give me an answer anytime." Yu Xing stood up. "I won't disturb you any longer. Goodbye."

Zhao Mou felt that this person came and left as he pleased, achieving his goals and leaving just like that, very heartless.

"WeChat." Just as Yu Xing was about to leave, Zhao Yijiu suddenly spoke.

"Hmm?" Yu Xing blinked at him in confusion.

"Give me your WeChat. Do you want to raid my house again next time?" Zhao Yijiu coldly extended his hand and handed his own QR code to Yu Xing.

...

Leaving Bishui Garden, Yu Xing looked at the setting sun gradually descending and bought a six-yuan sauce-flavored pancake on the street.

He found the contact named "Qu Xianqing" directly on WeChat and typed while biting the pancake:

"Innocent girl! I just did something in your name. If you find someone investigating you recently, don't be too ruthless."

After a long time, Yu Xing had already reached the door of his house when Qu Xianqing finally sent a puzzled question mark.

"?"

This cold and ruthless lone female devil sent a confused cat emoji, then asked in a voice message, "When did you become a deductionist?"

"Last night." Yu Xing typed.

"Is your revenge starting?" Her voice carried a sense of understanding, obviously knowing more than Zhu Yan.

Yu Xing smiled, typing one character at a time. "It has already begun."