Chapter 269 - Leaving L City

In the next few days, Mike's daily activities were very relaxing. Unlike the way he had acted when he was raising Edith, Mike was immersed in his role as a grandfather while he was with Hazel.

Early in the morning, he woke up and taught the little girl a few exercise moves. Then, he would accompany the girl and everyone else for breakfast. He then disappeared somewhere else while Hazel and Edith went to the kindergarten, and went back to the apartment just before the two girls would return. 

In the evening, Mike would teach Hazel a few self-defense moves, and he was satisfied to see that the girl was able to pick up the move quickly. 

Because Hazel was still small and didn't have too much strength with her, Mike had taught her moves that will allow her to escape when she encountered danger.

It was the same move that he had taught his granddaughter when Edith was still a little girl. Mike had considered Hazel's small build and improvised those moves to suit Hazel.

Of course, Hazel was very happy to learn some new moves from Mike. She could still remember the scene where her Auntie Edith had rescued her from that kidnapper and the thought that she could someday make the same moves excited her.

Seeing the way the old and the young's close relationship, both Lucas and Sophie were a little jealous.

However, they realized that it would be beneficial for Hazel to learn how to protect herself, the grandparents were happy. Moreover, even though Hazel still has not spoken a word, the glint in her eyes showed that she was happy.

As long as the little girl can be happy, as Hazel's grandparents, both Lucas and Sophie would be glad.

Just as Hazel thought that Great-Grandpa Mike was going to stay with her for a long time, Mike announced that he planned to head back to Z Town.

Hazel looked at the elderly man beside her and blinked. The expression on her face showed that she was not very happy with the news. Hazel was beginning to enjoy the liveliness, having everyone around her, but now, her great-grandpa was leaving.

"Old Qian, why don't you stay around a while longer?" Lucas spoke. "Hazel seemed to like you very much.

"Grandpa, why don't you stay around for a few more days?" Edith suggested. She noticed Hazel's pitiful look and knew that the little girl liked being around her grandfather. 

Hazel looked at Mike again and this time, hope gleamed in her eyes. 

Noticing the way the little princess was staring at him, Mike can only choose to look away. "I can't. I still have a few matters to look after in Z Town."

"What matter?" Edith asked. "Grandpa, don't tell me that you're going fishing again."

Mike coughed dryly. "Of course not. It's just that… you know that I cannot stay away from my home for a long time. That house in Z Town might be small, but I like it there." 

Edith thought of how her grandfather would be bored while she and Hazel had to leave for the kindergarten and could understand why he wanted to go back.

At least, while he was in Z Town, her grandfather would be surrounded by his friends.

"When do you plan to leave?" 

Mike lowered his gaze to the bowl of porridge in front of him. "After breakfast."

Both Hazel and Edith looked at him in shock, but Mike pretended that he knew nothing.

"That early?"

Mike replied with a soft hum. "I had an appointment with a few friends from the station in the evening."

Hearing that, Edith did not make further comment.

Neil had told her that her grandfather was planning to help him with his investigation. Since her grandfather mentioned his friends from the station, Edith could guess that her grandfather was planning to ask his friends for their help. 

Edith let out a sigh in resignation. "Alright. Grandpa, don't forget to call me once you arrived. Don't be like the last time."

Mike touched the tip of his nose as he recalled that he had lied to his granddaughter the last time. 

His friend, James Li had lied that he was in one of the guest rooms, while in fact, Mike was still away with a few others.

Mike looked up to look at his granddaughter and noticed the look on Neil's face. Mike thought that it was both amusing and frustrating. This young man had dared to threaten him that he was going to disclose his secret if he had failed to get back to Edith.

"I know." Mike finally nodded. "This time, I won't forget."

After breakfast, Mike packed his bag and left the apartment the same time that Edith and Hazel went to the kindergarten.

Neil had offered to call a driver to drive him over to Z Town, but Mike had rejected his offer as he still needed to visit the station to visit a few of his friends.

Once Mike left the place, he took a taxi and headed over to A City where his hiding base was located. He met a few of his guys and exchanged a few information.

The men who were teaming up with Mike were a few police retirees who had worked on the serial murder case a few years ago. Then, there were two fathers who had lost their daughters in this tragedy joining their investigating team.

These past few days, while Edith and Hazel had gone to kindergarten, Mike would often meet these guys to discuss their next move. When Mike mentioned Neil's finding that the General Attorney was involved in bribery and other cases, the others were furious.

They were more determined to put that man behind bars.

After exchanging a few words with those guys, Mike finally headed to the terminal to catch a bus back to Z Town.

Mike was queuing to buy his ticket when he noticed a familiar vehicle from afar.

He left the queue and monitored the vehicle from a distance for a long time. Finally, a man in a clean shirt and pants walked over to the vehicle.

His eyes squinted and Mike quickly identified that man as General Attorney Leng's ex-assistant.

Mike had heard that this former assistant argued with the General Attorney before he decided to retire early and left the country. But, why did he suddenly return? When did the two start meeting again?

As the assistant walked closer, the black tinted window rolled down, revealing the face of General Attorney Leng.

The two men exchanged a few words before the former assistant walked around the vehicle and entered the passenger's seat.

A frown appeared on his face as Mike was in deep thought.. Finally, he hailed a taxi and left the terminal.

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