Word Number：252 Author：紫凝 Translator： Release Time：2025-09-10

　　“He’s just my colleague—not my apprentice,” Mu Yu said, waving her hand dismissively as the thumping bass of the club music made it hard to hear.　　“Nope, I am her apprentice,” Qiu Feng chimed in cheerfully, winking at Qing Quan. Clearly, this bestie of his shifu knew how to play along.　　“Let’s cut to the chase—where is he?” Mu Yu didn’t have time for games. She tugged Qingquan closer, shooting her a look that said, Don’t let this kid distract you.　　“Over there,” Qing Quan nodded subtly toward a man sitting at the far end of the club, as far from the dance floor as possible. “The last few times I saw him, he went straight into a private room with Zhao Pengcheng and Lian Liwu. But tonight, for some reason, he’s out in the open.”　　Mu Yu followed her gaze. The man stood out immediately—stiff in a full suit despite the summer heat, with a stern face behind black-rimmed glasses. He wasn’t dancing, didn’t order a drink, and didn’t talk to anyone. He just sat there, looking like he was waiting for someone—or something.　　“Quan, get me an outfit. I need to change.” Mu Yu turned on her heel, heading toward the dressing room.　　“Wait, Shifu! Maybe I should go instead?” Qiu Feng asked in alarm. Was she seriously planning to go undercover to approach the guy?　　“There’s no woman’s outfit that would fit you,” Qing Qua