The staff rushed in a state of panic and promptly began scrutinizing the photographs on their inventory list. Xu Yuan, on the other hand, headed straight for the core area, where the most valuable treasures were housed.
Upon entering, his gaze immediately locked onto the Tears of the Ocean, positioned in the center of the room. He approached it, unable to believe his eyes. This item had undeniably been taken by Tu Mi. Why was it here now?
Beneath the Tears of the Ocean lay a note bearing words, "The perfect jade is returned to you now."
Logically, he should have been relieved that the item was back in his possession, sparing him from the need to repay Gu Chen. However, Xu Yuan found himself nearly consumed by anger. He angrily tore the note in his hand and exclaimed, "Tu Mi is taunting me!"
