Sneaking into His Room

Fortunately, Shen Xiuwen was called away by a phone call.

After dinner, someone brought over dresses for Luo Shiyi. Shen Xiuyi informed her that these were the outfits she needed to try on for the upcoming banquet.

Luo Shiyi recognized the brands at a glance and knew they must be incredibly expensive. She pursed her lips, thinking to herself how different the lives of the wealthy were, but she accepted them willingly nonetheless.

The dress was a strapless, waist-cinching design that perfectly accentuated her figure. With her straight shoulders, swan-like neck, butterfly back, ample bust, slender waist, and long legs, even she couldn't help but be impressed by her appearance when she saw herself in the mirror.

She confidently walked out to show Shen Xiuyi, her expression sweet and obedient. "Uncle, do you think this looks good on me?"

Shen Xiuyi glanced up from his work, and a flicker of admiration flashed in his eyes before he could respond. Luo Shiyi, however, twirled around, revealing the back of the dress, which was designed in a rather sensual style—completely open at the back. It was only then that Shen Xiuyi noticed the exposed skin on her back.

His brows furrowed slightly, but Luo Shiyi, still enchanted by her own beauty, failed to notice.

"It doesn't look good. Go change into something else."

"Change?" Luo Shiyi's smile froze on her face. She had quite liked this set—it gave her a commanding presence. But what had Shen Xiuyi just said? That it didn't look good?

Was he blind?

Though she grumbled internally, Luo Shiyi maintained her sweet and harmless demeanor outwardly. "Alright, I'll go change right away."

After trying on over a dozen outfits, Shen Xiuyi finally nodded in approval. Luo Shiyi looked down at the long, fresh and simple dress she was wearing and silently rolled her eyes.

Well, well, so this is your type.

This particular dress was a very conventional, fairy-like gown. While it didn't have the same striking impact as the previous ones, it still looked refreshingly charming on her, perfectly aligning with her current innocent and harmless persona.

Once the banquet attire was decided, Shen Xiuyi gave Luo Shiyi a few instructions before preparing to head out.

As he was about to leave, Luo Shiyi placed her hands on her knees and gave him a sweet, soft smile. "Okay, Uncle. Have a safe trip and come back soon!" She even blinked at him playfully.

Shen Xiuyi's gaze flickered slightly, and he nodded before leaving with Xu Feng.

Only after they were out the door did Xu Feng dare to speak. "Fourth Master, is it alright to leave Miss alone at home? Should we have someone keep an eye on her?"

Shen Xiuyi's brow raised slightly, and a faint smile tugged at the corner of his lips. "Not necessary for now."

As soon as Shen Xiuyi left, Luo Shiyi's posture relaxed, and the smile on her face vanished instantly, perfectly demonstrating the art of a rapid change in expression.

One of the staff approached her. "Miss, Fourth Master instructed us to leave these clothes for you to handle. What would you like us to do with them?"

"Oh, just put them in my closet," Luo Shiyi replied with a gentle and harmless smile.

After the housekeeper left, Luo Shiyi began wandering around the house. The servants knew she was the newly found young miss, so they didn't pay her much attention.

Seeing that they weren't watching her closely, Luo Shiyi made her way toward her room. As she passed Shen Xiuyi's room, she casually glanced at the lock and tried pressing the handle down, only to find it locked.

However, this was no challenge for her.

The corner of her lips curled slightly as she removed a small black hairpin from her hair. She inserted one end into the lock, twisted her wrist a few times, and with a soft *click*, the door unlocked.

A smile spread across her face as she pushed the door open, slipped inside, and quietly closed it behind her.

Her movements were light, and she didn't attract anyone's attention.

Once inside, she began surveying Shen Xiuyi's room, mapping out an escape route and ensuring she could slip away unnoticed in a short amount of time. Only then did she start her real task.

His room, much like the man himself, exuded a cold and rigid atmosphere, with only black, white, and gray tones dominating the space.

If she wanted to find out if Shen Xiuyi was connected to CUL, wouldn't searching his room be the best way?

Every action leaves traces, and she was determined to uncover something!

As Luo Shiyi carefully rummaged through Shen Xiuyi's room, she remained vigilant, keeping an ear out for any sounds from outside. However, even after thoroughly searching the room multiple times, she found no leads whatsoever.

Was Shen Xiuyi just that cautious? Or had he simply not brought anything related to CUL home?

Luo Shiyi absentmindedly tidied up the traces of her search, but her gaze suddenly paused in one spot.

Having undertaken numerous missions over the years, she had become exceptionally skilled at finding hidden compartments. If there was a secret room in this space, she would definitely find it.

Her heartbeat quickened as she reached out to touch a button hidden behind a lamp. Just as her fingers were about to make contact, a conversation suddenly broke out outside.

"Fourth Master."

"Where's Jiayi?"

"Not sure, maybe resting in her room."

The voices of the servants grew closer, and footsteps began approaching the room.

Luo Shiyi raised an eyebrow.

That was quick! Shen Xiuyi was back already?!

To avoid being discovered, Luo Shiyi quickly withdrew her hand and turned toward the escape route she had planned earlier.

Meanwhile, Shen Xiuyi had already arrived at Luo Shiyi's door.

*Knock, knock, knock.*

He rapped on the door.

Luo Shiyi moved swiftly, nimbly climbing onto the balcony and leaping over the railing…

"Shen Jiayi."

After knocking several times without a response, Shen Xiuyi's brows furrowed. He called her name, his tone tinged with suspicion.

Luo Shiyi was now trapped outside the balcony—she had forgotten that her window was closed.

"Shen Jiayi?"

Outside, Shen Xiuyi's knocks grew louder, and his voice rose. Luo Shiyi suspected that if she didn't open the door soon, he might just break it down.

Darn it!

Cursing internally, Luo Shiyi didn't stop her movements. She inserted the hairpin into the lock, twisted it, and with a *click*, the lock opened. At the same moment, Shen Xiuyi retrieved a spare key and unlocked Luo Shiyi's door.

"Miss…"

Shen Xiuyi's footsteps halted abruptly, and he turned around, his voice cold as he addressed someone behind him. "Leave."

Xu Feng, who had been standing there, was momentarily stunned. Shen Xiuyi's tall frame completely blocked Luo Shiyi, so he couldn't see what was happening inside the room. Nevertheless, upon hearing Shen Xiuyi's words, he nodded and quickly disappeared.