A Black Box

However, she had the common sense to realize that it was futile keeping this from him. He would find out, if not from her then from someone else.

"My mother, Yun Ruobing's father, Xia Meng's father, and one of Ee Chen's parents. Currently, these are the people that I know are related to the project," Xinghe admitted.

Mubai was stunned. He wasn't expecting Ruobing and Ee Chen to be involved in this mysterious project as well.

"What else do you know?" Mubai followed up, "And what did your mother leave you?"

"A black box, but it's useless, or rather I have no idea how is it useful yet."

"So you suspect everyone else was given this black box as well?" Mubai guessed.

"Indeed."

"I will help you get to the bottom of this; don't hesitate to ask for my help if you need it," Mubai offered.

Xinghe raised her eyes to look at him and nodded slightly.

"Thank you."