Unraveling Threads

As the morning sun cast a golden hue over Zhuoyue City, Su Ya walked into the office with a sense of determination. The revelations from Lin Hao and her observations of Xiao Mei had set her mind in a whirlwind of thoughts. She knew she had to tread carefully, balancing the fragile line between protecting Lin Hao's secret and managing Xiao Mei's growing curiosity.

During a coffee break, Xiao Mei approached Su Ya with a mischievous glimmer in her eye. "Su Ya, have you ever thought about digging a bit deeper into Lin Hao's sudden change? It's not every day you see someone transform so drastically."

Su Ya, cautious not to reveal too much, replied nonchalantly, "People change, Xiao Mei. Maybe Lin Hao is just going through a good phase in life."

But Xiao Mei was not easily dissuaded. "I have a plan," she whispered conspiratorially. "What if we do a little investigative work? Just some innocent snooping around."

Su Ya felt a twinge of apprehension. "I don't think that's a good idea, Xiao Mei. We should respect Lin Hao's privacy."

Xiao Mei shrugged but the look in her eyes told Su Ya that this conversation was far from over.

The day passed with Su Ya feeling increasingly uneasy. She noticed Xiao Mei occasionally glancing at Lin Hao with a keen interest, scribbling notes in her little diary. The situation was getting out of hand.

After work, Su Ya decided to confront Lin Hao. They met at a quiet park, where the evening breeze carried a sense of calm.

"Lin Hao," Su Ya began, her voice tinged with worry, "I think Xiao Mei is onto something. She's been asking questions and even proposed snooping around."

Lin Hao's expression turned grave. "I was afraid of this. We need to be careful. If word gets out about the Wealth Accelerator, it could lead to unforeseen consequences."

Su Ya nodded in agreement. "What should we do? Xiao Mei is my friend, but I'm worried her curiosity might lead to trouble."

Lin Hao thought for a moment, then said, "Let's devise a plan. We can create a diversion, something to throw her off the trail. We need to protect the secret at all costs."

They spent the next hour brainstorming ideas, finally settling on a plan that involved a fake business project. They hoped it would be enough to satisfy Xiao Mei's curiosity without revealing the truth.

As Su Ya walked home, she felt a mix of relief and anxiety. The plan with Lin Hao was a good one, but the stakes were high. She knew that the days ahead would require her to be vigilant and tactful. The secret of the Wealth Accelerator was not just a matter of protecting Lin Hao's fortune, but it also involved the delicate balance of friendships and trust. The game of cat and mouse had just begun, and Su Ya was right at its center.