"Master Wen, we've received news from Da Chen. The car contained one woman, two men, and three children."
"No, it should be two women. One was outside looking for children, and the other was in the restroom guarding. It's the one I mentioned, the one I paid, the fingerprints."
Xin Xuanlai glanced at Wen Zhiyan through the rearview mirror and nodded slightly.
"It's okay," Wen Zhiyan said, holding the anxious Fang Miaomiao. "Miaomiao, you did great just now. Do you remember what that person looked like?"
Fang Miaomiao nodded. "I remember."
"Good, let's go home."
"Aren't we going to the police station?"
Wen Zhiyan shook his head. "Let the police come to us."
"That, that's not very good."
"Okay."
Back home, Fang Miaomiao waited by her phone.
"Miaomiao."
"I'm nervous. Do you think those police officers found Xixi and the others?"
If they didn't find them, she would feel guilty for the rest of her life.
"They will," Wen Zhiyan said firmly. "They absolutely will."
Just then, the phone rang.
Fang Miaomiao quickly answered.
"Da Chen."
"Madam, I have not failed in my mission."
"Da Chen, are you alright?"
"I'm fine, Madam. Because of you, we rescued ten children."
"Really?" Fang Miaomiao excitedly stood up from her seat.
"It's true. Not only did we rescue ten children, but we also busted a hideout. I still have to help out, so I'll hang up now."
"Mhmm, mhmm."
Fang Miaomiao hung up and threw herself into Wen Zhiyan's arms. "Wen Zhiyan, I saved them! I really saved them!"
"Yes, yes, my Miaomiao is truly amazing and brave," Wen Zhiyan said, steadily holding Fang Miaomiao. "However, Miaomiao, to avoid alarming them, this matter might not be publicized online."
"No publicity, no publicity, as long as they are rescued."
The doorbell rang.
Following Xin Xuanlai was a middle-aged, somewhat familiar police officer.
"It's you."
"Allow me to introduce myself again, my name is Xu Lin, and I am the deputy captain responsible for this case. We've taken the fingerprints you provided to the forensics department. We're here today to get a sketch of the woman you mentioned."
Fang Miaomiao nodded and went to the living room with another plainclothes officer.
Watching Fang Miaomiao earnestly describe the suspect in the living room, Xu Lin praised, "She's very capable. If it were someone else, they might not have noticed, and even if they did, it would be hard to remain so calm."
"My Miaomiao has always been very capable."
Xu Lin chuckled. "If the captain could see you now, he would be proud of you both."
Wen Zhiyan smiled without speaking, his gaze soft as he watched Fang Miaomiao not far away.
"Oh my goodness, it looks exactly like her! I used to think sketches were just for TV shows, I never thought there were actually talented people like this in real life."
The young police officer shyly scratched his head. "Mainly, what you said was accurate. So, does this look like the person you saw?"
"Yes," Fang Miaomiao nodded heavily. "Exactly, especially her eyes."
"It's drawn?" Xu Lin strode over.
"I have not failed in my mission."
Xu Lin patted the young police officer's shoulder and looked at Fang Miaomiao.
Fang Miaomiao quickly stood up from the sofa. "Hello."
"There's no need to be so nervous," Xu Lin said kindly to Fang Miaomiao. "You've done a great job, and we should be thanking you."
"Not at all, it's what we should do."
Xu Lin laughed heartily. "You child, you're interesting."
"By the way, try not to travel around much for the next while. This criminal group is very audacious. If they find out about this, they might come after you."
"Thank you for the reminder."
"Officer Xu, don't worry. If anything unusual happens, we'll call you for assistance."
"Good kid," Xu Lin said, torn between laughter and tears. "Resources aren't meant to be wasted like that, but if there's real danger, then yes, you should do that."
After seeing Xu Lin and the other officer off, Fang Miaomiao collapsed onto the sofa, feeling utterly exhausted.
"You've worked hard, Miaomiao. Miaomiao was very capable today."
Fang Miaomiao coughed a few times. "Just being humble. Are we still taking An'an to the hospital today?"
Wen Zhiyan shook his head. "No need. I'll have my father speak to my mother."
"That works too. I'll pick An'an up this afternoon."
"Alright, be careful," Wen Zhiyan admonished patiently.
"Okay, I'll come back after I pick her up. Besides, we both have trackers. If there's any problem, I'm sure you'll find us immediately."
Wen Zhiyan looked at Fang Miaomiao's face, which radiated trust and sincerity, and his arms trembled as he pulled her into an embrace. "Miaomiao."
"Don't be scared, don't be scared, nothing will happen."
As long as she was careful and quick, An'an would be fine.
Thinking this, Fang Miaomiao secretly made a decision.
"Miaomiao, did you just say something?" Zeng Nian asked, some doubt in her voice.
"I said, I want to terminate my contract with the Huajin film crew," Fang Miaomiao said, leaning on the balcony, speaking each word carefully.
"Why?" Zeng Nian put down the document in her hand and asked softly. "Did something happen? Huajin hasn't started filming yet. If there's a problem, we can sit down and discuss a solution. That script is really good."
Although the role of the "Master" had some issues, if played well, it would definitely solidify Fang Miaomiao's current position.
"I know that script is good," Fang Miaomiao said.
If this incident hadn't happened, she wouldn't have made this decision.
"Miaomiao, what exactly happened? Let's discuss it. Besides, Huajin hasn't even started filming yet, right? Perhaps by the time Huajin starts, you'll be done with your other matters?"
"I'm not sure."
The woman hadn't been caught, and Fang Miaomiao had a nagging feeling she might come looking for them.
The best course of action now was to minimize unnecessary losses and harm. She wanted to stay by An'an's side.
"Miaomiao, can you tell me what happened?"
"It's something very important."
"So important that you're willing to give up this opportunity?"
"Yes."
Zeng Nian rubbed her forehead wearily. "Since you've said it like that, there's nothing more I can say. I'll go and talk to the Huajin crew."
"Thank you, Sister Nian."
"You, oh you," Zeng Nian shook her head. "I'm truly at a loss with you."
"Sister Nian, I can't tell you these things right now. After this is completely resolved, I'll tell you, okay?" Fang Miaomiao said apologetically.
Zeng Nian heard this and teased, "Okay, okay, I'm not disagreeing with you. You're being so secretive, anyone would think you're going to save the world."
Fang Miaomiao raised an eyebrow. "I'm going to save the universe."
"Alright, don't get carried away. Then, I won't schedule any work for you during this period."
"Thank you, Sister Nian. I'll give you a year-end bonus during the New Year."
"Okay."