Chapter 4: Lawless Youths

This is not surprising. Shi Hui shook his head, saying, "Such legends are common for haunted houses everywhere."

Lin Xingjie shot a cold glare at the long-haired boy, discreetly tightening her grip on the straps of her backpack, trying to make the rise and fall of her chest, constrained by the school uniform, less noticeable.

Shi Hui smiled and waved his hand, yet his gaze remained on Lin Xingjie

Yan Mingjun did not take it seriously and approached with a cheerful smile

The two individuals were clinging to each other, almost performing a French wet kiss in front of Lin Xingjie, which made the girl frown in disapproval

Lin Xingjie furrowed her brows. She turned her head and saw a tall boy standing under a large tree not far from her. Due to his physique, he appeared more like a young man who had entered society early rather than a high school student.

Where is the place

Shi Hui, what is this you are doing...

Oh, not bad at all. This kid, Shi Hui, has really struck it lucky. Haha, shall we get to know each other?

Lin Xingjie lifted her head, trying her best to show a relaxed expression

Hello, how are you

Under the tree stood two other individuals, one male and one female, both wearing languid expressions on their faces

No, don't worry! This time it's just us..." Shi Hui pointed to himself and Lin Xingjie, then pointed to the other two, "and those two couples.

Shi Hui's tone was relatively mild, yet the gaze directed towards me was quite imposing, not resembling a discussion.

Shi Hui's companions laughed and joked

Shi Hui

Famous

Do you understand? It is not simply that those who do not live here are haunted by ghosts, but rather that anyone who has stepped through the door of this house ultimately meets an untimely death. You have never encountered such a sinister place before, have you

Rest assured, we will not force you. You can come if you wish, and if you feel uncomfortable on the way, you can leave immediately; I will not let anyone stop you... So, what do you think? Are you willing? Please give me a response.

At that moment, a warm greeting came from behind.

These two individuals are my good friends, let me introduce them to you. Yan Mingjun, Wang Nana

The girl spat the chewed-up gum from her mouth into the bushes

Hello

The crew-cut young man stood behind her and said in a condescending manner

What is the point of making an effort to return home early like a normal student? That place no longer feels like home; after all, no one can see it, and no one would care.

The other party has specifically sent people to block the school gate; she does not believe this to be a coincidence. The girl wants to see what tricks this group of people is trying to play.

Such "bad students" are everywhere, and it is no longer surprising. Especially in this era, they are regarded as symbols of rebellion, adored and surrounded by a group of peers, causing headaches for schools and parents

There is curiosity and longing, there is fear, there is disgust, and some even deliberately take a longer route to avoid them. Looking at their appearance, attire, and demeanor, anyone can understand that these are a few young individuals who have willingly succumbed to degradation

"It's me. How is it that after just a few days of not seeing each other, you've already forgotten your boyfriend?"

In the eyes of others, I am probably no different from this group of people. She thought to herself with self-mockery, making an effort to cast aside this discomfort and stepped forward

Lin Xingjie instinctively felt it was unbearable. Her self-esteem had always been higher than that of the average person, and her personality was more sensitive... it was just...

Stop messing around, both of you

Disco, billiard hall, underground street, where would you like to go

In the past, it was the past... Sigh, what are you doing? It's really annoying...

Yan Mingjun mocked. He seemed quite dissatisfied with not being able to go to those more enjoyable places

The three of them were not at all concerned. The unusual gazes from others only made them feel unique, further enhancing their sense of pride.

Lin Xingjie was somewhat unaccustomed to her enthusiasm, responding in a hoarse voice

Lin Xingjie felt as if she had eyes on her back, sensing that the gazes of the students and parents walking out of the school gate were fixed on them. There was a burning sensation on her spine

Wang Nana glared fiercely at her boyfriend

By the end, his tone had taken on a hint of impatience

She lowered her eyelids, unconsciously stroking her cheek with her palm. The area covered by the adhesive bandage was accompanied by waves of dull pain, as if a saw were repeatedly rubbing against her heart, leaving a wound that would never heal.

A slender young man with his hands in his pockets casually tossed his hair, his intense gaze unabashedly scanning the figure of the girl with black hair from top to bottom

Yes, today my throat feels a bit uncomfortable

It seemed that she had accidentally brushed against the boy's hand, or perhaps the other party intended to launch a sudden attack, planning to grasp her hand, Lin Xingjie thought. It was unclear whether Shi Hui had not noticed or simply did not care, as he walked past her and turned his head to speak.

Yes. I originally planned to go to karaoke, but weren't you unwilling to go

Are there others

The magnolia trees planted in the flowerbed are in full bloom, their delicate fragrance refreshing the senses. Lin Xingjie slowed her pace, blending into the bustling crowd of people returning home.

Sister Xingjie, you don't have to be with those two unpleasant men; the two of us sisters can also go play somewhere else

She does not want to go to the disco or the billiard hall because she feels that such places are too chaotic. However, upon further reflection, enclosed private rooms seem even more dangerous; if something were to happen, there would be no way to escape. Therefore, she must refuse.

Yes, because several people have died

But I remember you used to like it quite a bit before

Indeed, it cannot be avoided after all

The wild grass underfoot spreads relentlessly, completely engulfing the flowerbed in front of the door, with some areas where the height of the grass blades has already surpassed the calves

It is said that anyone who has entered this house has died

Lin Xingjie hesitated for a moment and then stepped forward

Lin Xingjie opened her mouth, intending to say something, but suddenly recalled the events of this morning, the argument with her mother, and also...

I do not choose places at random. Do you know that this house is actually quite famous in the vicinity

... ...

Half an hour later, two men and two women arrived at a rarely visited street.

Lin Xingjie calmly met his gaze, remaining silent

Lin Xingjie certainly did not want to walk with this group of people, but... she let out a quiet sigh, and her previously aloof demeanor softened slightly as she said:

Oh, you are here

What a boring haunted house

A few of us are planning to find a place to have some fun. Since we are all couples now, it is only natural to think of ways to deepen our feelings for each other, right? Would you like to join us?

At the moment she saw Lin Xingjie, the other party displayed a look of surprise, followed by an instinctive jealousy. Although it was fleeting, the girl was very familiar with such a gaze and did not feel that she had misinterpreted it

It is unlike any other; this place is even more sinister than the average haunted location! Not only have the several families that moved in consecutively encountered misfortune, but even the real estate agent of the house has not been able to escape unscathed

Did you not hear what Xingjie said? Is it interesting only in such a noisy place

Bored, she thought, too lazy to speak, she simply nodded as a response

Lin Xingjie stood outside the wall at the base of a building, looking up at the windows on the second and third floors, all of which were shrouded in darkness, giving no indication of any signs of life.

What meaning could there be in a place like this

A girl wearing earrings, with dark yellow dyed hair, dressed in ripped jeans, and heavily made up, chewed on gum while blowing a bubble.

Is this the place

Wang Nana patted her shoulder and said with a smile

Come on, come on, go with your boyfriend to experience something good

It is best to avoid those chaotic places like nightclubs, which are noisy and disruptive; instead, let's find a quieter place to enjoy ourselves

Wang Nana held up Yan Mingjun's pouting mouth with one hand, her voice suddenly dropping to a low tone as she spoke with a mysterious expression

A sudden wave of intense heat surged through her arm, causing Lin Xingjie to shiver involuntarily, and she instinctively made a move to evade it

The melodious school bell resonates in the air

How is it, are you going or not

... ...

In front of the school gate, private cars are lined up in the small square. Through the railing, one can see the quietly flowing emerald green river, accompanied by a continuous and dense shade of trees along the way, which naturally makes those passing by feel a sense of relaxation.

That is why I came to explore the haunted house. In fact, I have had my eye on this place for a long time and have always wanted to come here

Wang Nana waved her fingers at them

Shi Hui draped the school uniform over her shoulder and waved at her