Chapter 2: Pursuit (Part 1)

The left hand is the devil, the right hand is the deity; the demon is the reflection of the deity in the mirror. In the name of the ancient demon king, I command you to stand still

I hope you are not here to accuse me of operating an illegal taxi service. Although I do drive an unlicensed taxi, I have always maintained fair pricing and have never deceived anyone. Moreover, this matter does not fall under the jurisdiction of your major crimes unit.

This is my contact information. I hope that if you encounter the criminal again in the future, you will contact me first

Just as I turned the second corner, a low, mournful scream echoed. I quickened my pace, and at that moment, a petite figure rushed ahead of me even faster. Hey, that girl is risking her life!

Exactly, exactly

Sitting in a wall-side seat at the café, this elder sister, who is related to the little devil by blood, silently sips the coffee served by the waiter, and the atmosphere is indeed tense. Although I am not exactly a law-abiding citizen, I have not committed any serious crimes. However, to be honest, sitting face to face with the police is quite a strain on my nerves

Ah, ah... I suppose I've caught it. Stay away from me, be careful.

I opened the car door and dashed out, heading towards the target along the intersection that my mind had already explored.

Stop joking around; how could I possibly be so easily killed

Is it a coincidence to encounter a murderer there

Oh? Is that true

Please keep an eye on my belongings; I have not yet reached the point of embarrassment where I would watch a girl fight a murderer without intervening myself

Once again, I found myself in an awkward atmosphere. What could she possibly want from me? It couldn't be to express gratitude, could it? As expected, she set down her empty coffee cup and gently cleared her throat

How is the situation

I gazed out of the car window, still seeing the chaotic streets filled with images and books, but unlike before, a chilling aura emanated from the alleyways. I could even feel a slight stinging sensation on my skin. I closed my eyes and heightened my mental perception, slowly exploring the source of this ominous energy. In my mind, I was racing through the filthy alleyways, much like a hunting dog relentlessly pursuing its prey. The closer I got, the more I sensed the mingled scent of blood within that cold, eerie atmosphere, something not possessed by an ordinary person. As my thoughts turned around two more corners, his figure finally emerged in my mind.

Wait a moment

Just as I was about to seize him, that guy actually moved. He broke free from the magic circle and swiftly floated backward. As I dodged several surgical knives flying towards me, I could no longer see that guy. At the same time, a "thud" sounded behind me. When I turned around, I found Ying lying on the ground. A gleaming surgical knife was lodged diagonally in her back.

I would like to thank you for your assistance regarding my sister's matters

Although he was captured, he still managed to escape

Listening to Ying say ... ... you are a taxi driver ... ...

Why are you in such a hurry? This is not the time for you to make your appearance

Of course it is true

What are you waiting for

Whenever I bring this up, I cannot help but feel angry. Clearly, there was no way to escape; I still cannot understand what method he used.

I threw the cigarette that had already burned out in my hand onto the ground, looking at him with an amused gaze

Is that so

I did not even see how he took out the scalpel, but at the moment the shadow disappeared, I instinctively sensed a sharp killing intent swiftly approaching me from the side. There was no time to hesitate, so I leaped back. At the same time, I silently shouted and struck out with both fists. The dark power hidden in my fists surged forward like a wave of air, but the black shadow did not act as I had anticipated. He merely slowed his movement, surprisingly ignoring the dark power I unleashed and charged directly at me. I cannot deny that I was somewhat flustered; I had never expected that any fool would charge forward instead of dodging this force equivalent to nearly one ton of high explosives. However, he evaded my attack like a shadow, and the scalpel had already slid right in front of me

Jack the Ripper, even after so many years, remains an embodiment and symbol of fear deeply rooted in people's memories. This murderer from the 19th century unexpectedly returns to the world in a new form. But is it too late? Although bound, I can distinctly feel him undergoing a transformation after having killed five people in succession. This individual, who has relived Jack's life, has now completely reverted to the dark killer that instilled terror in the fog-laden streets of 19th century London. Despite being restrained, I can clearly sense his metamorphosis; after killing five people consecutively, this person has fully transformed back into the fearsome figure of that era. The power derived from people's fears, shaped by the passage of time, is far greater than when he was merely human. What concerns me more is, after regaining his former memories and powers, what exactly does he intend to do? Historically, Jack the Ripper vanished without a trace after killing five individuals and never reappeared. What intrigues me further is, after regaining his past memories and powers, what does he truly wish to accomplish? The historical Jack the Ripper disappeared after his fifth murder, leaving behind a mystery regarding whether he is alive or dead, and what he has been doing. Just as I was lost in thought, I felt someone tugging at my sleeve, and upon looking down, I saw Ying, her face flushed with excitement, gazing at me.

Without waiting for this guy to finish speaking, I took off my coat and threw it into her hands

It is merely a coincidence

Found it

I understand...

The legendary murderer of 19th century London, Jack the Ripper... No, should it now be renamed Throat-Slitter Jack? Even after more than a century, the nauseating stench surrounding you has yet to dissipate

Ying turned her head without looking back, no, I should say she completely ignored my words. She was quickly running alone into the dark depths of the alley. Does this person think that listening to others will kill her? I didn't even have time to sigh and had no choice but to follow her. When I finally reached the destination, I saw Ouyang Ying holding a baton, confronting a person in a black coat. Behind that person lay a female corpse. From the wound on her neck, it was clear that there was no hope for her. I hurriedly walked in front of Ying and pulled her back.

However, the criminal he ... ...

I received the business card and said nothing

As I spoke, I quietly gathered the magic in my left hand while carefully observing him. The man, clad in an outdated black trench coat and holding a surgical case, stood there like a ghost. His face was obscured by the high collar of the coat and the top hat he wore, making it impossible to discern his features. This was the end; apart from the three tall, smooth walls, the only exit was the position we occupied, meaning that if this guy wanted to escape, he would have to confront us directly. Yet at this moment, he did nothing, merely observing us in silence. I could feel two cold gazes, sharp as blades, fixated on me from the darkness; life and death were but a fleeting moment, but I would not lose.

At this point, You suddenly looked back at me in surprise. I turned my head and saw a woman in a police uniform standing at the entrance of the café, gazing at me coldly

She looked at me with a smile that was more like a smirk

Hello, have you caught him?

Why am I so unlucky

No matter how things change, a person is ultimately a person. Compared to me and You, who harbor non-human entities within our bodies, there is truly no comparison in terms of technology or power

Mr. Zhun, I am Ouyang Ling, the deputy head of the Major Crimes Unit at the police station. I apologize for the inconvenience, but could you please have a conversation with me

Mr. Zhun can also feel anxious; this is indeed quite rare

The next day at noon, as soon as I entered the café, I began to pour out my troubles to You. The patrons in the café were as sparse as usual, so I was not concerned about anyone overhearing my words.

The smoke magic circle in front of me is slowly rotating, rendering the opponent unable to move even a step. This is merely a small trick of mine, but to be honest, it is still quite useful

Ah, that's right. I took her to the hospital. Then, before the police arrived, I quickly slipped away. Although the wound is deep, it didn't touch any internal organs, so it should be fine

After staring at me for two or three minutes, this lady seemed to finally give up on her questioning; she simply took out a business card and handed it to me

He acted first

I cautiously approached him. Even though he was bound by such a magic circle, he did not show the slightest expression or utter a word, which struck me as somewhat unusual. Of course, I did not dwell on it too deeply; every time I see this in movies or television, it is often portrayed as the silence before the opponent prepares for a final strike. However, upon further reflection, it could also be that he was simply stunned or had fainted, or something of that sort. I approached him with a caution that was slightly elevated, about 0.3 times more than usual. Yet, once again, the truth of the saying "better safe than sorry" proved to be an absolute truth since the existence of the universe.

So... about that guy...

There is nothing serious; as long as hospitalization treatment is provided, it will not take too long to recover

I let out a cold snort, took out the half-finished cigarette from my pocket, and took a puff. Just as I felt the blade piercing my skin, the smoke from my mouth also sprayed onto his face. Although he did not panic as I had anticipated, he still stepped back half a pace, and it was this half step that determined the outcome of our confrontation. The cigarette in my right hand traced a line in the air, as I allowed distant memories to control my body, drawing a perfect magic circle in the air with the ash from the cigarette. Although he did not panic as I had anticipated, he still stepped back half a pace, and it was this half step that determined the outcome of our confrontation. The cigarette in my right hand traced a line in the air, as I allowed distant memories to control my body, drawing a perfect magic circle in the air with the ash from the cigarette

After that, did you take the girl to the hospital

I can hardly bear it any longer. It is not only because this lady speaks in an interrogative tone, but also because I know that what I am doing is not entirely justifiable. Furthermore, this is not a part-time job that can be brought to light; although such matters would be regarded by others as mere fairy tales or horror stories, if even one out of a hundred people believes it, it poses a significant danger to our existence

Be quiet

This time, you cannot escape, can you

I sighed. This little rascal is truly a nuisance. Although I do not know why she stood behind me at that moment, since it was I who caused her injury, I should bear some responsibility.

After a considerable amount of time, she finally spoke up