Afraid of Unexpected Plot Twists

Gong Zhan's expression was unreadable, a masterclass in aloof composure. He withdrew his gaze, deliberately avoiding Lin Miao, and instead turned to give instructions to his subordinates.

However, his men couldn't completely mask the flicker of curiosity in their eyes.

The patrol duty at the exam venue was traditionally assigned to new recruits, yet this year, their esteemed Deputy Commander had volunteered for the task. The buzz of speculation crackled like static electricity. Could it really be because of Lin Miao?

Most of them doubted it, preferring to believe it had more to do with Gu Zi. After all, the gossip mill churned out tales of how Gu Zi had once chased after the Deputy Commander relentlessly, only to be met with cold disdain. And now, Gu Zi was married, which made the whole situation even more implausible.