015 The Car Was Gone

The system wanted to cry. Just as it was about to speak, it heard Shen Shiwei decisively declare on her own, “Alright, let’s do it this way!”

The system felt completely shut down.

This young lady was acting entirely on her own will.

Had it been following previous mission parameters, the system would have already activated electric shock punishment, but it couldn’t do that to Shen Shiwei. After all, it had bound itself to the wrong person, and the host had every right to refuse its tasks.

The system no longer held any authority!

Shen Heng said nothing. Lu Sui was stubborn and only recognized his own mission. If told, he would surely bring Gao Li along.

“Then let’s go out through the back door, avoiding the living room.”

“Okay.”

Shen Heng had initially wanted Shen Shiwei to wear his shoes, but she refused. “Your shoes are too big; I’d make noise walking in them. It’s fine.”

He didn’t press her, only reminding, “Don’t forget to wear shoes next time.”

Shen Shiwei nodded obediently.

She returned to her room, packed all the clothes from the walk-in closet into the space, then went to the bathroom and gathered all useful items.

Finally, standing in the center of the room, she looked at the two-meter-wide soft bed thoughtfully, considering storing it in the space as well.

But it was too conspicuous.

So she rummaged through her things and found the tent she used for camping, then packed blankets, down quilts, pillows, and the like.

After finishing, Shen Shiwei was so exhausted she collapsed onto the bed.

Later, she got up and found a large backpack, placing commonly used wet wipes, medicine, and other small items inside.

This way, when she took things out, it wouldn’t arouse suspicion.

Shen Heng came out from the back door behind the stairs on the first floor. The backyard was a lawn with some flowers planted.

But it seemed it hadn’t been tended for a long time; weeds had grown half a meter high, partially covering the stone path.

The cold wind howled, and the temperature had dropped by over ten degrees compared to daytime.

Shen Heng shivered, carrying a backpack full of gear and holding an umbrella in one hand as he walked onto the stone path, circling around to the garage.

The sound of rain masked the noise of the garage door opening.

A black Bentley was parked in the center of the garage.

Shen Heng pressed the unlock button; the black car’s lights flashed briefly and it honked twice.

He put the equipment in the trunk.

Just as he was about to leave, Shen Heng remembered something. He sat in the driver’s seat, inserted the key, started the engine, and turned on the air conditioning.

This way, when Shen Shiwei got in, it would be warm and comfortable.

Elsewhere, Wei Qing was quietly packing kitchen supplies into a bag, then opened the fridge and packed all edible and drinkable items inside.

Except for the eggs—they were too fragile.

Once done, Wei Qing headed to the back door, just as Shen Heng was returning.

They exchanged a glance, an unspoken understanding passing between them.

Wei Qing went to guard the car; Shen Heng went to get Shen Shiwei.

“You drive.”

Because her clothes were soaked by the rain, Han Zhu shivered all over, and upon hearing Gao Li’s words, her hands trembled uncontrollably.

“I’ve never driven before.”

Gao Li glared at her sharply. “Didn’t you just get your driver’s license?”

Han Zhu shook her head fearfully. “But I’ve never driven on the road officially. I’m sure I’ll cause an accident.”

Gao Li snapped, “Today, you have to drive this car. Even if there are people on the road, just hit them. It’s the end of the world; who’s going to check you?” Sitting in the passenger seat, she urged, “Hurry up, they’re coming.”

Han Zhu gripped the steering wheel tightly, breathing heavily. Panicked, she fumbled, turning on the high beams and the wipers.

She forced herself to calm down, recalling the instructor’s lessons.

Turn on the left turn signal, brake fully, shift to D, pull the handbrake, then slowly release the brake and press the accelerator.

The car drove out of the garage. At the gate, it stopped. Gao Li got out immediately and pushed open the iron gate.

But instead of getting back in, she walked over to the nearby parked SUV, pulled out a fruit knife from her pocket, and stabbed the tires.

Where she found the strength, both front tires were punctured and instantly deflated.

Meanwhile, Lu Sui, who had been watching the gate from the window, had already disappeared.

He noticed movement upstairs.

Standing at the stairwell for half a minute, he saw Shen Heng carrying Shen Shiwei down.

Three people faced each other silently, their gazes locked.

Lu Sui slowly appraised the two well-dressed figures before him; his deep gaze landed on Shen Heng’s soaked leather shoes. At that moment, it was as if he saw through everything.

In a calm tone, he said to Shen Heng, “You went out?”

Shen Shiwei’s voice was cold. “None of your business.”

“Are you trying to leave here?”

Having been discovered, Shen Shiwei no longer bothered making a poor excuse. She said bluntly, “So what if we are? I don’t want this house anymore. You can have it. You can let whoever you want in. Are you satisfied now?”

Lu Sui paid no heed to her sarcasm. “I don’t recommend going out now. The rain is heavy, and you can’t see your surroundings clearly. It’s very dangerous.”

Shen Heng replied indifferently, “You don’t need to worry about that, Captain Lu.”

Lu Sui still didn’t want them to leave.

Seeing Lu Sui, Shen Shiwei grew angry and got down from Shen Heng’s back. She pushed Lu Sui aside fiercely, saying, “Move out of the way!”

Thunder rumbled again, and the rain intensified.

The wipers worked hard to clear the windshield, but the rain was too heavy; Han Zhu could barely see the road ahead.

She panted, her hands gripping the steering wheel turning pale. “I don’t know where to go. I can’t tell the directions…”

Gao Li unfolded the map she held and pointed to the red-marked landmark. “Jinshan Scientific Research Inspection Base. This is it. Just drive out and head north.”

Gao Li had seen this map before—Lu Sui had pulled it out once and kept it in his pants pocket. During a previous quarrel, she had sneaked it from him when she got close.

At the time, she hadn’t thought much, just wanted to keep it as leverage to make Lu Sui protect her.

Now, it was finally useful.

Gao Li smiled triumphantly. “Shen Shiwei, I don’t believe you’ll be so lucky this time.”

She was completely lost in her own emotions, not noticing Han Zhu’s change beside her.

Meanwhile.

Lu Sui relented. “I’ll have Song Yingjun follow you.”

Shen Shiwei was firm. “I don’t want your people!”

Lu Sui had witnessed this young lady’s temperament firsthand; she was truly stubborn.

He sighed helplessly. “You…”

Wei Qing’s sudden appearance cut him off.

Without even looking at Lu Sui, she glanced at Shen Shiwei, panting slightly. “The car’s gone.”