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Hua Country, Shucheng.
A city filled with historical charm.
Bai Shi was in an antique shop that emanated an ancient aroma, his fingertips lightly touching the antiques.
Though appearing nonchalant on the surface, his mind was racing.
Suddenly, the serene calm in the antique shop was shattered by the shrill ring of a cellphone, which indicated an international caller through its specially modified display.
"I'm almost certain about Black Crow's whereabouts. When can you break free and meet with me to act together?"
Nick Horton inquired directly and urgently.
Investigation aside, having two people act together when the time came was safer.
Bai Shi's face stiffened for a moment; then, he composed himself and responded firmly, "Keep an eye on things for now, and make sure to prepare a detailed action plan. I won't be free until after May Day."
His words conveyed an unequivocal decision and also hid a carefully considered plan.
