Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

Tina pondered for a moment, "It's not exactly like that. My master was also one to light up at the sight of money. Of course, now I am motivated by money as well, so Chief Linden, would you please sign a new contract with me? As you know, my Uncle is currently unemployed, and I need to support my family."

As she spoke, Tina took out a new contract that was fifty percent more expensive than the previous one and placed it in front of Linden.

Linden did not hesitate; he immediately signed his name on the contract. The contract was a lifesaver, and he didn't care about the cost.

After closing the contract, Linden's expression returned to calm, "Is this what you called me here for today, Mr. Brookes?"

Grandpa Brookes shook his head, "Of course not, this is something my granddaughter needed to discuss with you. I am here for another matter."

Linden straightened up, "What do you need from me, Mr. Brookes?"

"Hidden families."

Linden was taken aback, disbelief flickering in his eyes.

The Brookes family was one of those hidden families, holding a high status within the X Bureau. He could hardly believe that they would openly discuss the hidden families with him.

He knew all too well that he had always intended to oust the hidden families from the X Bureau.

"Surprised?" Grandpa Brookes chuckled, "I know you hold a grudge against the hidden families. You think we old men leverage our family's power to restrict your special squad's operations, preventing many missions from proceeding smoothly."

Linden frowned, glancing at Jared and Tina.

There they were, caught up in their romance again.

One steeping tea, the other holding the pot, utterly content.

Linden had to look away, "Mr. Brookes, please, just speak plainly."

At that moment, Jared poured a cup of tea for Linden, "Chief Linden, in regards to the cooperation Mr. Brookes also wants a share. Do you agree?"

Linden pursed his lips slightly, "Mr. Brookes, the cooperation between Mr. Daryl and myself aims to kick the hidden families out of the X Bureau. What exactly do you want a share of?"

Grandpa Brookes stood up and slowly walked to the desk, "I understand your desire to oust the hidden families from the X Bureau. Over time, the power of the hidden families has grown significantly, sometimes even forcing families like the Brookes and the White to step back."

"I know you're not acting out of revenge against the hidden families, but rather seeking to restore peace to the X Bureau."

Linden silently watched Grandpa Brookes, unsure of his intentions.

Grandpa Brookes continued, "But after Asher Vance's incident, haven't you felt something was off?"

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"What could be off? GTO managed to hide an undercover agent in the X Bureau for nearly sixty years, this..." Linden suddenly paused, realizing Grandpa Brookes' implication.

Indeed, how could Asher Vance have peacefully stayed in the X Bureau for sixty years without any hints of his true identity?

Like the case with the ten children, he had added two more, and no one noticed?

Were there ten children on that mission or twelve? Could no one tell the difference?

Those who enter the X Bureau are no fools. Without help, even if the GTO cut off its own ties to make Asher Vance look commendable, he couldn't have lasted so smoothly in the X Bureau.

Mr. Pace, usually so composed, had never noticed any signs from his partner! Moreover, Asher Vance had dedicated years to empowering hidden families, yet he himself was not from one, nor did he have any hidden family members close to him. Why then, did he seem so intent on pleasing them? Linden realized it then. It all had to be the work of the hidden families!

Asher Vance was an undercover agent for GTO; did this mean that someone within the hidden families also had deep ties with GTO? The thought was chilling and made Linden sweat unconsciously!

Tina poured Linden some tea, "My master faked her death years ago because she was being hunted by people from the hidden families. Undoubtedly, there must be many necessary links there." Linden sighed deeply, "You're right. When I first tried to locate Serenity Ridge, I also sensed someone was secretly trying to kill me, but we couldn't find out who it was. The enemy was highly skilled."

Over the years, Linden suspected that after the Solomon family was destroyed, Tam Solomon had not died but disappeared-hidden by his own doing. So he had been secretly investigating, using his position at the X Bureau to his advantage.

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It was only when he finally located Serenity Ridge that he realized someone was after Master Tam. Knowing his own strength was insufficient to oppose them, and unclear of their identities, he could only avoid them for the time being. But, to his dismay, by the time he returned, Master Tam had already passed away, leaving only a grave behind. Since then, there had been no more news of Master Tam.

Now, reflecting on the past, the destruction of the Solomon family was undoubtedly linked to the hidden families. If he could sense that Tam Solomon was not dead, then those in the hidden families were even more aware. The assassins had to be from the hidden families!

Since they were all from hidden families, those secretly aiding Asher Vance and those who chased Master Tam could very well be the same group. "What do you want me to do?" Linden asked.

Jared spoke again, "Chief Linden, your wish for the hidden families to leave the X Bureau is clearly unrealistic. The X Bureau's internals are deeply intertwined with the hidden families. The weapons from the White family, the financial resources from the Brookes family, these are just the basics. If we actually kick out the hidden families, it might significantly impact the entire X Bureau."

"Instead, we could collaborate with Grandpa Brookes to identify and remove the cancerous elements within the X Bureau. Any financial losses incurred due to these malignancies will be compensated by me. This way, the X Bureau won't lose its combat capabilities and can return to its original state of tranquility." Linden pondered Jared's words carefully.

Indeed, as Jared had pointed out, the hidden families had become a crucial pillar within the X Bureau, already deeply integrated, inseparable by blood.

Moreover, just with himself and Jared, they couldn't infiltrate the hidden families from within. With the help of the Brookes family, there might be a chance. By removing the malignancies, the X Bureau might not continue to be controlled by the hidden families.

And still, the greatest enemy was the elusive Five Poisons!

"Alright, I agree, Mr. Brookes, Mr. Daryl, I have only one goal-to turn the X Bureau into a true force for the people!" Linden stood up, taking the initiative. Jared also stood up, holding his hot tea.

Grandpa Brookes came over, lifting his tea cup. The three of them toasted with tea instead of wine, sealing the agreement.

Seeing this, Tina smiled slightly.