Roses in Flames

Watching the group disappear into the elevator, Song Che frowned and asked, "Was that forensic doctor Shen Yan?"

Xiao Lin looked at Song Che, his dark eyes narrowed slightly, "You know him?"

"He's fair-skinned, refined, and very handsome. Our female colleagues at the police station have been talking about him every day lately, and many of them are hoping to see him at today's social event."

Xiao Lin couldn't help but recall a conversation between Cheng Lei and Ye Yuntang.

What type of men does forensic pathologist Ye like?

— Fair-skinned, refined, and humorous.

That forensic doctor, Shen Yan, seemed to fit her criteria perfectly.

Xiao Lin clenched his back teeth, his narrow eyes turning dark and deep, like a bottomless, icy pool.

……

There is a large auditorium in the resort, and the first part of the social event was arranged indoors.

Ye Yuntang and Xiao Wei entered the venue after signing in.

Each unit has been divided into different seating areas.

"Sister Yuntang, our office is in the third row."

Ye Yuntang nodded and walked over with Xiao Wei.

Each seat has a corresponding name sticker.

Ye Yuntang was positioned diagonally behind Xiao Lin.

Xiao Lin had changed out of his police uniform and was now wearing a well-tailored black shirt and cropped trousers. He was talking to Director Shao beside him when, perhaps out of the corner of his eye, he glanced at her.

Their eyes met unexpectedly.

Ye Yuntang was a little embarrassed, but she quickly recovered and nodded to him with a faint expression.

She's come to terms with it these past few days. She and he aren't enemies. They work in the same unit and need to work together on cases. It's impossible for them to treat each other like complete strangers.

It's already good enough to be able to maintain a clear boundary between public and private matters.

When Xiao Lin saw her nod, his dark eyes were thick and deep, like ink that could not be dissolved.

He nodded slightly in response.

Ye Yuntang stepped forward, greeted Director Shao, and then sat down in her seat.

Soon after, the social event began.

The host walked onto the stage and announced the single guests who had registered. They then came up to introduce themselves.

When it was Ye Yuntang's turn to speak, the host announced Xiao Lin's name.

Xiao Lin's expression darkened, and he looked at Cheng Lei with deep, dark eyes. "You signed me up?"

Cheng Lei quickly waved his hand, "Boss, I wouldn't dare."

Director Shao patted Xiao Lin on the shoulder, "I reported it for you. You're not getting any younger. Don't just focus on solving cases; it's time to find a chance to find a partner. Hurry up and go up there."

Xiao Lin, "..."

"They're not even listening to their boss's orders anymore?"

Xiao Lin had no choice but to stand up.

After taking off his police uniform, the man in the black shirt and trousers lost some of the authority of a law enforcement officer and gained more of a calm, restrained, and aloof air.

The top two buttons of the shirt were left open, revealing a long neck and a hint of collarbone. The lines of broad shoulders and narrow waist were perfectly accentuated by the well-tailored fabric.

"Wow, it's rare to see Captain Xiao in a black shirt. He looks so handsome and manly!" Xiao Wei exclaimed in a low voice.

Ye Yuntang glanced at Xiao Lin.

The matte leather belt neatly tucked in the shirt hem, accentuating her slender waist and abdomen, and revealing her excellent body proportions.

Xiao Wei is right, Xiao Lin does look very handsome dressed like that.

If he weren't handsome, she wouldn't have even been interested in him on that one-night stand.

She's definitely a sucker for good looks.

Cheng Lei, Song Che, and the others all signed up, and after going on stage, they introduced themselves one by one.

When it was Xiao Lin's turn, he only gave a brief introduction, exuding a cold and aloof aura.

Although he was cold and aloof, the cheers and applause from the audience rose and fell.

Many young women are infatuated with his type.

The host gave each of them a number tag to stick on their chest.

Xiao Lin put on number 16. The host said with a smile, "Captain Xiao, right? You are indeed tall and handsome. I heard you solve cases very quickly. You'd better give the girls a chance today and stick this number tag on firmly."

After saying that, she looked down at the audience and said, "Ladies and singles, have you all seen the numbers of the handsome guys on stage? If any number makes your heart race, be bold during the free chat later! Just rush up and ask for their contact information, or tell our staff, and we'll help you make connections!"

Laughter and applause erupted from the audience.

Cheng Lei, Song Che, and the others were all beaming with joy.

Xiao Lin's handsome face remained expressionless. He stood ramrod straight, his jawline taut, looking through the dense crowd below towards their workplace.

Ye Yuntang wasn't watching from the stands; she was talking to Xiao Wei, who was laughing so hard she was shaking.

She seemed to be in a very good mood.

After the self-introductions of the single guests, the host said with a smile, "Next, it's time for the talent show by each unit. First up is Shen Yan, the forensic doctor from the New District Police Station."

The lights in the venue dimmed instantly, the curtain fell, and then slowly opened again a moment later.

Shen Yan, dressed in a white suit, sat down in front of a black and white piano.

Shen Yan stood up and bowed to the audience below the stage.

Wearing a white suit, he was gentle, elegant, and charming, captivating the girls in the audience.

"My God, Forensic Doctor Shen looks like a TV star, he's so handsome I can hardly breathe." Xiao Wei pinched her philtrum.

Ye Yuntang nodded. "He is indeed handsome."

Shen Yan and Xiao Lin are two completely different types.

Shen Yan is refined and cultured, gentle and elegant.

Xiao Lin is cold, rugged, handsome, and serious.

Although they are about the same height, Xiao Lin's physique appears to be stronger than Shen Yan's.

Each has its own merits.

After Shen Yan finished introducing himself, he looked at the crowd below the stage, his gaze landing on Ye Yuntang.

"I have a favor to ask. I would like to invite forensic pathologist Ye Yuntang from the Economic Development Zone Police Station to come on stage and play a four-hand piano duet with me. I wonder if Forensic Pathologist Ye would be willing?"

Ye Yuntang suddenly remembered that when she was a freshman, she had joined the club that Shen Yan belonged to.

When the school held a party, her club suggested that she and Shen Yan play a four-hand piano duet.

It was all planned out, and they had rehearsed several times, but unfortunately, she accidentally injured her wrist just before going on stage.

In the end, Shen Yan performed that show all by himself.

Many people in the audience looked over at Ye Yuntang.

Ye Yuntang stood up gracefully and nodded to Shen Yan, "Okay."

If she wasn't mistaken, her senior definitely wanted to play "By the Lake Baikal" with her, a piece they hadn't been able to finish at school last time.

Xiao Wei was incredibly excited. "Sister Yun Tang, you can play the piano? Wow, that's amazing!"

When Ye Yuntang was a child, her mother made her learn a skill.

She has studied dancing, playing the piano, and painting.

However, playing the piano is far more valuable than dancing or painting.