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Chapter 317 Life with Qin Shuman
As a member of the secret front, even right after a "shot," one must maintain sufficient vigilance and intelligence acumen.
So, upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Qin Shuman, who was naked and leaning against Qiu Tu's chest, narrowed her eyes and glanced at Qiu Tu sideways, saying, "Minister Qiu, are you very curious about the inspection?"
She hadn't completely shaken off her suspicions about Qiu Tu. So she continued to probe, "You wouldn't actually be that inspector, would you?"
Qiu Tu chuckled and tapped Qin Shuman's nose, saying, "You... you've really done too much intelligence work. You get suspicious after just a few questions."
He said, "If I really were that inspector, do you think I wouldn't know that continuing this topic would arouse your suspicion?"
Qin Shuman smiled happily upon hearing this.
She found herself enjoying the feeling of constantly bickering with Qiu Tu.
So, she wrinkled her nose in a girlish way, and then said with a hint of playfulness, "That's not necessarily true~~"
"Maybe you brought this up on purpose, just to prove your conscience is clear."
Qiu Tu really does think that way.
But of course, he couldn't admit it. So he said, "Do you think I wouldn't guess that you'd see through it?"
Qin Shuman gently stretched out her fair arms and hugged Qiu Tu's neck, then said with a charming smile, "Is it possible that you could guess that I would see through you, and use this to prove once again that you have a clear conscience?"
Qiu Tu lowered his head, their eyes slowly met, and then they both couldn't help but laugh.
Qiu Tu stroked Qin Shuman's big cat and said, "Life is too tiring for us secret agents."
"Even chatting requires testing each other."
Hearing Qiu Tu's words, Qin Shuman also chimed in with a coquettish tone. She said, "That's exactly what I meant~~"
"However... it's also Dai Yukang's fault."
She said angrily, "I had already taken over his position and become the head of the security department."
"But he said that there have been too many things happening in the New Territories recently, and it is now the focus of attention for the entire Tung Yip state, and even the shelter."
“He felt that I couldn’t handle such a complicated situation, so he arranged for an inspector to assist me.”
"This inspector is affiliated with the Dongye State Security Bureau and can access the bureau's resources."
"He's primarily responsible for work related to the 'Boundless Ocean of the Heart Project.' However, if something happens in the New Territories, he also has the authority to remotely command me."
At this point, Qin Shuman said somewhat angrily, "Tell me! Isn't this just adding another emperor emeritus above me?!"
"Who can stand this!"
Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu laughed twice and then described it as, "You've been a daughter-in-law for many years and finally become a mother-in-law, thinking you can act tough and domineering, only to find out... you have a mother above you."
Hearing Qiu Tu's bizarre description, Qin Shuman was amused. She said, "If you can't describe it, then don't describe it. What does 'having another mother' mean?"
After saying that, Qin Shuman's expression turned pale, and then she said in a somewhat deep voice, "However... what you said is actually not wrong."
"Now, I have an extra mom on my parents' side."
"You have to be careful and cautious in everything you do. You're afraid of being found out and then being replaced."
At this point, Qin Shuman glanced at Qiu Tu with her beautiful eyes and said, "Actually... I actually wish that inspector was you."
"After all... if it's you, I don't need to be cautious in everything I do. You'll always be there to clean up my messes."
"I'm at ease, just go ahead and do it."
Qiu Tu smiled upon hearing this.
Actually... there was indeed a reason why he didn't reveal his identity to Qin Shuman.
Qiu Tu and Qin Shuman had known each other for a long time and were very familiar with each other, so Qiu Tu knew her very well.
Qin Shuman, despite being a secret agent and a reliable and meticulous worker, is actually quite daring at heart.
This can be seen from the fact that she prefers to use "deception" to extract information.
Some of the collaborations Qiu Tu had previously sought with her were, in theory, somewhat against regulations. Other personnel working on the covert front would likely have refused, just to be on the safe side, but she agreed each time.
Although Qiu Tu was very moved, he also knew that while her personality could lead to great achievements, it could also cause great trouble.
This is also the core reason why Dai Yukang was somewhat uneasy after choosing her as his successor, and sought out Qiu Tu to provide double insurance.
Therefore, Qiu Tu really didn't dare reveal his identity to Qin Shuman. If Qin Shuman found out that Qiu Tu wasn't there to supervise her, but rather to clean up her messes, she might become quite aggressive.
Besides this reason, Qiu Tu also had another reason for not wanting to reveal his identity to Qin Shuman.
That is... no matter how close two people are, once they have a conflict at work or become superior and subordinate, their relationship will definitely change.
Work-related frictions and unequal power dynamics between superiors and subordinates can taint the relationship between two people.
Therefore, for Qin Shuman's sake, and for the sake of their rare relationship, Qiu Tu concealed his identity.
Everything was the result of his careful consideration and painstaking efforts.
While Qiu Tu was thinking this, Qin Shuman finished discussing the "inspection" matter.
After we finished talking, she took the initiative to bring up the important matters of the day.
She nestled in Qiu Tu's arms and said, "By the way, you should know about the situation with the Joint Special Forces by now, right?"
"Shall we exchange information?"
Qiu Tu knew that Qin Shuman didn't have information about the special forces and was deliberately trying to steal intelligence from him. However, his plan was to involve the security department, so he gave a detailed account of the intelligence on the joint special forces.
秦舒曼一开始还装作漫不经心：就像她早知道这些情报了一样。但是当听到那个特战队一共有3阶灾变者1位，2阶灾变者4位，15位1阶灾变者以后，她眼神的波动就完全压制不住了。
Clearly, such a lineup is already a difficult task for the security department, which currently lacks top-tier personnel.
So, after pondering for a long time, she took the initiative to speak, "Qiu Tu... do you have any thoughts?"
"This opponent is a bit too strong."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu stroked Qin Shuman's smooth back and said, "It is a bit of an exaggeration. But... it's not that she can't be dealt with."
At this point, Qiu Tu glanced at Qin Shuman and said, "We both rose through the ranks in the last six months, eventually becoming the Minister of the Political Department and the Director of the Security Department."
"In fact, both the higher-ups and the lower-ups have some doubts about our capabilities and strength."
"I think this is our opportunity."
"As long as we can wipe out the entire Joint Special Forces team and achieve a great victory, and then reward those who have contributed, I believe we can immediately take control of the department and establish our authority!"
At this point, Qiu Tu paused and said, "After all, when we go out to work, isn't it all about earning a future?"
"Who wouldn't want to follow a commander who can win battles, provide food, and get promoted and make a fortune?"
"And this victory is also crucial for you..."
"Didn't Dai Yukang distrust you? Did he send an inspector for you?"
"Now, put aside that inspector and personally lead a major victory! Prove your abilities to Dai Yukang. How could Dai Yukang not trust you then?"
"Who knows, he might think that the inspector is far inferior to you, so he might just withdraw him."
Qiu Tu was quite adept at brainwashing and incitement. So, after hesitating for two seconds upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Qin Shuman's gaze immediately hardened.
She said with a serious expression, "Okay! In that case, let's work together to gnaw this bone off!"
"Let's celebrate our promotion with a big win."
"Then I'll show Old Dai whether I'm better than that inspector!"
"Let him dare to look down on me again!"
Hearing Qin Shuman's words, Qiu Tu couldn't help but smile.
So, the two then spent several hours discussing the matter in detail, based on the available intelligence and the comparison of their respective strengths.
The Allied Special Forces team is large in number and very strong. The main challenge is the one Tier 3 Cataclysm user and the four Tier 2 Cataclysm users.
Tier 3 Cataclysms aren't uncommon in the Alliance, but in the New Territories City they are definitely among the best.
There are only a handful of Tier 3 Cataclysmic Masters in the entire New Territories. Among them, Dai Yukang and Ye Mingfeng were promoted and left the New Territories, so there are even fewer.
The remaining three Tier 3 Cataclysmics—Yan Chen, Tang Feifei, and the newly appointed military commander, Colonel Lin Chuan—are all at the level of deputy director or above.
Even if they could get them to help, and even if they did, most of the credit would be lost. This wouldn't be in Qiu Tu's or Qin Shuman's best interest.
Therefore... the best way to ensure all the credit goes to the two of them is to deal with this Tier 3 Cataclysm and the four Tier 2 Cataclysms themselves...
After much deliberation, Qiu Tu felt that... perhaps in the end he should still use his identity as the "Evil God's Envoy".
Those who can become Tier 3 Cataclysmic Beings can't be fools. So if Qiu Tu directly orders them to their deaths, they will definitely disobey.
After all... they are real people, and they didn't really trust Qiu Tu to begin with.
But... if Qiu Tu uses his identity as the envoy of the evil god to assign them tasks and set traps for them to fall into, things will be different...
Incidentally... Qiu Tu could also smuggle in some of his own personal gain during this mission. Let's see if he can do what Qin Shuman did—kill two birds with one stone and make an extra profit...
And so, Qiu Tu and Qin Shuman talked until 1 a.m., finalizing all their plans before launching their second round of intense discussion.
After Qin Shuman returned to her original body, she had advanced to the second-tier Cataclysm. However... her current body still belonged to Yan Chen's wife, and she was an ordinary person.
So even though she was full of energy, she was still no match for Qiu Tu.
Qiu Tu also became somewhat addicted to "role-playing," truly immersing himself in the role of "inspector" and launching a series of educational sessions for Qin Shuman, his "subordinate."
Qiu Tu now also has a particular fondness for Qin Shuman. Because... for the same reason as above.
Moreover, having likely undergone Tang Feifei's training, Qiu Tu is now incredibly powerful.
.......
And so, the night passed without further incident.
The next day, Qiu Tu and Qin Shuman got up almost at the same time.
Perhaps it's a case of absence making the heart grow fonder. The two ate breakfast together in the room.
Qiu Tu ate milk, while Qin Shuman had a more substantial meal of fried dough sticks and soy milk.
After breakfast, the rare leisure time came to an end.
Qin Shuman, like a dutiful wife, thoughtfully draped a coat over Qiu Tu and buttoned it up.
Although this woman is capable and composed in public, she is quite tender and affectionate in front of Qiu Tu.
Their experience during that low point in their lives became their deepest bond.
Reaching out to smooth out the wrinkles on Qiu Tu's uniform, Qin Shuman hooked her arm around Qiu Tu's neck and teased, "Minister Qiu, am I more attractive, or is Director Tang more attractive?"
Su Xiaowan was Qin Shuman's spy, and even one of her clones, so Qiu Tu never thought he could keep his affair with Tang Feifei a secret from her.
So when Qin Shuman asked that, Qiu Tu coughed and said with a deep affection, "Of course it's you..."
"Between Director Tang and me... well, you know."
Although Qiu Tu didn't say it explicitly, he was guiding the conversation toward the idea that "he was also unwilling."
Qin Shuman... of course she didn't believe it.
She's not stupid.
Of course she knew how happy Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei were.
So she rolled her eyes and said with feigned melancholy, "I understand, I understand~~ After all, Director Tang can bring Minister Qiu a better future."
“This is something I cannot give to Minister Qiu.”
After saying that, Qin Shuman covered her right chest and said softly, "But... Minister Qiu, please don't forget that Shuman was once stabbed and injured for you."
She still has a knife wound on her right chest, which was inflicted by Master Qin when Qiu Tu wanted to sever Master Qin's last shred of hope!
Hearing Qin Shuman talk about it now, Qiu Tu's gaze softened. He gently embraced Qin Shuman, "Don't worry. I will never forget you."
"After all... you are the woman I love most."
...before you remove the knife.
Upon hearing this, Qin Shuman chuckled and tucked the military dagger from Qiu Tu's waist.
Then, with her hands behind her back and standing on tiptoe, she waved with a smile, "Goodbye then, Minister Qiu."
"Let's contact each other by phone."
Qiu Tu grunted in agreement and left room 927 with a calm expression.