Chapter 27: Learning in Fragmented Time

Shiyu Ling grabbed the Swiss roll with one hand and took a big bite. Her action looked more like a hunter tearing into freshly cooked meat than someone enjoying a dessert.

Miss Linai sat across from Gongsun Ce, smiling awkwardly with hands pressed together, "It seems I was mistaken."

"Believe me, Miss Linai, she was trying to murder me just now," Gongsun Ce said earnestly, "Our relationship is purely based on work, without any personal connection."

Miss Linai selectively ignored the latter part of his statement. Holding her fork, she said anxiously, "Murder isn't something we can just overlook. Miss Alice, what exactly is your name?"

The female Hunter coldly responded, "Shiyu Ling."

Miss Linai's expression looked like someone who opened a luxury sushi platter only to find a super spicy ham roll.

"Ah, no wonder they sent you..." The witch said, holding her forehead, "I hope I'm not also on a wanted list."