Chapter 5: Visitors

After glancing at the few customers who were drinking coffee, he continued to speak to me

However ... ...

Throughout the journey, Ouyang Ling remained silent. Although I once had the thought of telling her, I realized that even if I spoke, it would only worsen my situation. Therefore, until now, I have not said a word.

I simply parked the car under the shade of a tree by the roadside and continued my conversation with You.

I do not know

Although you are absolutely right, my dear, you must understand that there is an old saying in the world: "You can know a person’s face but not their heart." There is also a long-standing saying: "The most poisonous is a woman's heart." These two phrases could not be more fitting when applied to You. Once you spend more time with her, you will realize that she is merely gentle on the surface, while inside she is a typical embodiment of cruelty and brutality. Having been with her for over ten years, I am all too aware of this. However, such slanderous remarks that tarnish You's reputation should not be spoken lightly; if they were to reach her ears, I would surely be in trouble.

No!

However, even if they are of a different kind, staying in a regular hotel or inn should not be a problem. After all, they are not monsters...

The unusually weak voice of You made me feel that something was amiss. Indeed, You's subsequent words confirmed my feelings

You little rascal, don't speak as if you are completely justified. Are you really trying to force me to quit smoking?

It should not be a problem just to make a phone call to report that everything is fine

This could be a serious problem, miss. You need to understand that if this information leaks, you will be seen as the key to the mysterious disappearance case at the hospital, as you are the only one who can be traced. What will we do then? Do you think the police will believe us? They will only think that you have been hypnotized and that we are members of some criminal gang, and then both Yu and I will be in big trouble. Please, think about us as well.

Wait a moment, that is not how the matter is expressed

The hospital incident from yesterday has already made it to the newspapers

It is as if I spoke out of turn.

In order to prevent the few remaining cigarettes in my pocket from being completely extinguished by her, I hurriedly opened the door, just as I was about to escape, when suddenly my foot was tripped. Looking down, I saw a heavy, black box that was wide at the top and narrow at the bottom, sitting at my doorstep. Wait a minute, isn't this a coffin? ... In the light, I could still make out the golden edges that were wrapped around it and the nine-petal rose pattern embedded in the center ... . ... Of course, this is not the main point. I looked around, and there wasn't a single person in sight? ... In the light, I could still make out the golden edges that were wrapped around it and the nine-petal rose pattern embedded in the center ... . ... Of course, this is not the main point. I looked around, and there wasn't a single person in sight? Could it be that this thing walked up here on its own?

Um ... ...

Not at all

Mr. Zhun is truly going too far

It is only us and this corpse here, not you. Could it be her?

Let this entire commission fee be regarded as my compensation for emotional distress

I and her? How is that possible? Even if she were offered to me for free, I would not want her to be my girlfriend

In this day and age, is there really someone who would deliberately transport a corpse elsewhere? Setting that aside, considering the shape and function of this object, could it possibly have any other use? If you were to tell me that it contained bundles of money or something similar, I would never believe it; this is not a mystery novel, and such impracticality is inconceivable. As for this so-called scare box, that is even less likely. If a person were truly lying inside, given the level of sealing, they would not be able to survive even two hours. I have yet to hear of any fool who would risk their own life just to scare someone else.

You shook your head

Please do not speak so excessively

I do not know what to say, so I can only listen quietly

I shook my head. Today, for half a day, I have almost traversed most of the city, yet I have not sensed the presence of that guy. Perhaps he has already left this city, or maybe he is still hiding somewhere. From my standpoint, it would naturally be better to leave here. However, this thought leaves me with a feeling akin to a thorn in my heart, one that I cannot shake off. A multitude of bothersome matters entangles me, forcing me to rely on cigarettes to escape. Just as I took out a cigarette, Ying beside me suddenly snatched it from my hand. Before I could react, she had already thrown the cigarette into the trash can.

Of course, I will continue to do that job worth 100,000 yuan

If you feel it would be a disturbance, then please do not call me

Is sister very anxious

Are you perhaps expecting something

It is as follows: A reformist young lady is coming to our city, so we have been instructed to receive her well

What is wrong with Miss You? She is beautiful, gentle, and quite lovely; I believe there must be many people pursuing her

What does Mr. Zhun plan to do next

You shook your head

Changing the dressing, you cannot do it alone, can you

Isn't it so

However, the recent events have not been favorable

By the way

Hmph, in any case, I simply lack charm

The sudden sound interrupted my thoughts, and I looked at Ying in surprise, but Ying just shook her head.

Before Ying had a chance to take any action, I immediately pushed her back onto the sofa

What is it? A couple?

At that moment, Ying also walked up to me and expressed her heartfelt admiration. No matter how much you praise it or how beautiful it is, it is still a coffin. Who on earth placed it here? What struck me as even stranger was that I seemed to sense a familiar energy emanating from within. "In any case, let's move it inside first." No matter how you look at it, this thing seems to have been deliberately sent to me, so it’s best to bring it in. I lifted the coffin and walked into the room. It appeared to be made of high-quality wood, which should be quite heavy for an average person. "In any case, let's move it inside first." No matter how you look at it, this thing seems to have been deliberately sent to me, so it’s best to bring it in. I lifted the coffin and walked into the room. It appeared to be made of high-quality wood, which should be quite heavy for an average person. However, for me, such things are not a big deal. After placing it down in the living room, Ying and I squatted beside it, carefully observing it.

It may not necessarily be a corpse

It's so noisy...

It looks like a coffin

What might be inside...

The Xiyafiste family has always been an absolute neutral faction; I suppose the elders do not believe that they would marry their daughter to someone from the reformist faction

You lightly coughed, and in your distinctly black-and-white eyes, there was a hint of cunning refusal

Is this Mr. Zhun? I apologize for disturbing you

I hope you won't take 70% of the commission every time before saying this, as this is clearly robbery

As I sat on the sofa watching television, I suddenly recalled the events that occurred in the morning

When I returned home, Ying was already awake. Hearing the sound of the door opening, she poked her head out from the bedroom and greeted me with a smile that was no less radiant than the bright sunlight outside

If the reformists are a group of madmen, then the conservatives are a bunch of stubborn old men; I find both sides to be quite unsatisfactory

Moreover, it is surprisingly equipped with a built-in lock, indicating that it is impossible to open without a key

Are there any findings

After Ouyang Ling got out of the car, her expression immediately reverted to the usual icy demeanor. She waved at me and then followed the police officer ahead into the hospital. I counted the fare and let out a bitter smile. My sister was clearly at my home, yet I could not tell her the truth. If my identity were to be revealed, fleeing to another place would be inevitable. Aside from the troublesome matters of relocating and forging a new identity, what mattered more was that I had developed a deep affection for this inland city that blends the ancient and the modern. I did not want to ruin my current life due to a moment of impulse; after all, life here was relatively peaceful. Just as I was about to head home, You called me.

"Hoo hoo, truly worthy of Mr. Zhun, very clever indeed. But rest assured, this task is very simple work."

There is already one at home that is enough to cause headaches, do I really need another one sent to me

Mr. Zhun, please be mindful of your manner of speaking

Before she finished speaking, You had already laughed and hung up the phone... Indeed, am I the fool for believing her...

In fact, if there were any man capable of winning over You, I would certainly pay my utmost respect to him and elevate him as an idol, offering three sticks of incense daily. This venomous and ruthless individual is truly a master at causing harm.

Yes, I apologize. That is not what I meant

I have introduced the task to you, so it is only natural to charge a referral fee, isn't it

In response to my slight smirk, Ying walked over in a huff, then sat down on the sofa, turning her back to me as she removed her top

Fortunately..." Ying sighed

I waved the gauze and medicine in my hand at her, but Ying still hesitated.

Then, I will call my sister now to inform her that I am here

Today, Ouyang Ling was not wearing her police uniform; instead, her two-piece sheer top paired with a mini skirt exuded a mature charm. However, in response to my words, Ouyang Ling merely shot me a glare and then sighed.

If I were to tell her that You once wanted to give her to me as a consolation prize, I wonder what expression Ying would show. As I pondered this, I tossed the old gauze in my hand aside. On that fair skin, there remained a faint scar, which seemed to have mostly healed. I picked up a cotton ball, dipped it in some alcohol, and prepared to disinfect her. The moment the cotton ball touched her body, I could feel her body shudder slightly. On that fair skin, there remained a faint scar, which seemed to have mostly healed. I picked up a cotton ball, dipped it in some alcohol, and prepared to disinfect her. The moment the cotton ball touched her body, I could feel her body shudder slightly

Did we not agree that we cannot make phone calls or contact family until this matter is resolved

Is there any way? In this city, there are only the two of us confirmed as hybrids, and this time even the big shots from the reformist faction have come forward to make a request. Given our position, we cannot refuse.

The voice of You sounded as if it was protesting against being wronged

It has improved a lot

Click

Damn... If I encounter Miss You, I will definitely report her to mhetushucom.com

... ... ''

I inquired while keeping an eye out for any signs of unusual objects that had been investigated around me

It is not difficult to imagine why Ying's little face turned red as she stared at me with wide, surprised eyes

It is still the corpse of a child

It is a corpse

Wow, what a beautiful coffin

It sounds as if you are implying that I am an idle drifter

You Chong waved the newspaper in his hand. I saw the headline in large black font: "Shocking! Mysterious Disappearance Incident at the Hospital!" "Oh? What does the newspaper say?" I asked with interest after taking a sip of coffee. "It seems that a patient noticed something unusual during their morning visit and quickly reported it. According to the police, it appears that almost everyone who was in the hospital that day has gone missing. Of course, except for us," he said, lowering his voice. "How is Xiao Ying?" "Ah, that fellow is still sleeping soundly in her room. When I went to check on her, she didn't seem to be waking up anytime soon. So after setting up the barrier, I went out." Activating the house's protective mechanism took quite a bit of effort, as it hadn't been used for many years, and just finding the activation point exhausted me. Although this protective mechanism does not prevent people from entering or exiting, it can completely cut off any life signs within the house. Even though that fellow loves to run around, in her severely injured state, she would probably have to obediently lie in bed.

Upon closer inspection, there was no slight rise and fall in her chest. Ying held a small mirror to her mouth and nose, and no fog appeared.

I also have to be busy with the work at the coffee shop, and I am stretched thin

Hello! Wait, it was my mistake! Hello!

I am sorry, I just thought that the hospital you took her to might have some connection... In fact, this is completely impossible...

I thought Miss You and you were ... ...

Turning at the intersection, the central hospital appeared before my eyes. The perimeter was tightly sealed off by the police, making it impossible to enter. Upon seeing my car approach, the police on the outskirts hurriedly signaled for me to pull over.

I try not to pay attention to her, but rather focus on the traffic lights ahead

So, are you saying that ... ... died of asphyxiation

Ah?

However, my sister will definitely be anxious

Ying proudly raised her head, as if she were in charge of her own domain. "You must understand that smoking is harmful to health; it not only damages the trachea and lungs but may even lead to cancer. Moreover, smoking in front of others is equivalent to forcing them to inhale secondhand smoke. Since I live here, I cannot allow you to smoke"

At my words, You suddenly fell silent. It was then that I remembered that You was also a hybrid possessed by a monster.

Ah, I have seen it

Smoking can be harmful to health

Ah!

Protests are protests; since the commission has already been accepted, it naturally must be completed

Ying spoke while turning her arm, but soon stopped, as it seemed the wound was not healing as quickly as she claimed. I sighed and patted the sofa

Sit down here and take off your clothes

Looking at her back, which was as smooth and luminous as jade, I shrugged my shoulders

... ...

So, are there any new clues

You sighed, seemingly a bit troubled. This was an expression that could absolutely not be seen on her face under normal circumstances

www.hetushucom.com Ah... here is the key

Ying looked at the corpse with some fear, while I was contemplating other matters. Who exactly sent this thing to my house? Framing? Entrapment? ... Or ...

Well... it doesn't matter if I report it, she won't care about these things

Really, who is disturbing me while I am sleeping. Such rude individuals, do you not know to keep quiet when others are sleeping

Ying turned her head to protest, but I patted her on the head and then began to unwrap the gauze

I have heard that the leader of the reformist faction has recently extended an invitation to us, seeking to form a marriage alliance with the Westphalian family... Therefore, the pressure from the conservatives is also quite significant

Reception

What is the matter? You wouldn't be troubled by that person who possesses absolute power, would you

You have seen today's news, haven't you

After I walked out of the coffee shop, I arrived at the parking lot. Today was as bustling and lively as ever, perhaps because panic is always just temporary. The lifeless scene from a few days ago was already a thing of the past. I drove around the shopping street a couple of times, but I did not sense that guy's presence. At this moment, he might be hiding in some corner, waiting for nightfall. However, I could not be as carefree as he was. Just as I was about to take a break after dropping off a passenger at the central square, a lady opened the car door and got in, her nonchalant attitude was indeed hereditary.

The source of the sound was quite clear this time; amidst our astonished gazes, the child who had originally been confirmed as a corpse slowly stood up from the coffin

Are there any tasks again? I have not yet completed my current task, and if you treat me like a slave, I will not agree to it

Just as every group naturally splits into different factions upon reaching a certain size, we, the异种者 (异种者), also have our own factions. However, compared to the factional disputes in the human world, the issues we face here seem to be even more troublesome. One faction is the reformists, burdened with the souls of their past lives, who wish to change the world once again as they did before. Another faction is the conservatives, who silently protect the world and allow future generations to choose their own destinies. I, along with You, belong to the neutral faction caught between the two, known as the游离派 (游离派). Although we are merely a small and insignificant group that does not wish to fight for ideals and prefers to remain hidden in the world, the attempts at recruitment and coercion from both factions have never ceased. This is primarily because among us, there are high-level魔种者 (魔种者) like You, who bear the burden of a thousand-year-old妖狐 (妖狐); regardless of which side they are drawn to, they can enhance its strength. After decades of elimination and slaughter, the number of our游离派 has dwindled, but since those who survived are all powerful individuals, neither faction dares to act recklessly against us.

The sound indicated that the lock had been successfully opened. I took a deep breath and slowly lifted the heavy lid of the coffin.

I didn't say anything at all

So, what does the elder think

Go to the central city hospital

If you turn around, then you will see everything

Looking at that tearless face, I couldn't help but feel a headache coming on. Suddenly, I recalled the meaningful smile that You had when he sent us back. Did that guy already anticipate this situation, which is why he asked me to protect this young lady? ... That despicable, cunning fox ...

I took out the money for the coffee and placed it on the table. After confirming that the order and the books were correct, You put it into the cash register

Ying pouted her lips, clearly showing her reluctance

Does it hurt

Isn't it enough to leave such matters to you? Why do you need to mention it to me

This is not ... ...

"Stop. Miss, please hold on a moment. First, she seems to be doing quite well, but her missing sister is causing her great distress. Second, I encountered her because she got into my car. Third, she appears to be in charge of the missing persons case at the hospital. Lastly, how would I know..."

This time you have taken away quite a bit of my commission again

I listened to the phone with annoyance while paying attention to the vehicles ahead

Ying followed the edge of the coffin and finally discovered a finely crafted ancient key in a hidden compartment below. Regardless of the circumstances, it was best to open it and take a look. I took the key, inserted it into the lock, and then turned it.

Ah, it seems that you really cherish this younger sister of yours

... ... ''

When the car reached the intersection, she suddenly spoke up

Rest assured, I have no interest in the little ghost

"Firefly? What are you saying?"

Today, I encountered your sister

How is your health?

It was evident that Ying was quite interested in this news, as she hurriedly sat down beside me. "How is she? Why did you meet her? What is she doing? Is she eating well..." A barrage of questions followed, leaving me somewhat overwhelmed.

There are no clues

The firefly ... ... is also in that hospital ... ...

Ying seems to have managed to pull herself together, and the topic has once again returned to that guy

I can only obediently surrender

It is important to understand that if this information gets out, it could easily cause problems. Therefore, I have no idea what you are talking about

I also have taxi work to attend to, where would I find the time to take care of a young lady of high status

How simple is it

Beneath the black velvet, a little girl is quietly lying there, her hands crossed over her chest. Her skin is fair, tender, and smooth, and her long golden hair frames her delicate and petite face, making her seem like a little angel descended from heaven. Wait, I feel like I used these adjectives just a couple of days ago. I carefully examine the features of this child before me, and indeed, there is a sense of familiarity.

After changing the dressing, Ying Mianhong Erchi put on her clothes. That usually willful person surprisingly has this adorable side, making me feel that this treatment was worth every penny.

The tone of "There's really nothing I can do" comes off as quite smug, which leaves me feeling rather displeased

Miss Ling, is this considered a coincidence

This morning, I received a report indicating that the conflict between the two factions seems to be becoming increasingly evident. If we do not come up with a solution, our situation may become even more difficult than it is now

I will go outside to smoke, is that alright

Although that child often does strange things, she is a good child... After our parents passed away, the two of us relied on each other. I never expected that she would get involved in such an incident... Ouyang Ling's voice became somewhat hoarse, as if she were about to cry. I had never imagined that the so-called "Iron-Fisted Female Police Officer" would have such a vulnerable side, which left me somewhat at a loss. Perhaps she also felt that her emotions were somewhat out of control, as she looked out the window and no longer at me.

I said, do not deprive me of even a little bit of joy.

It was originally so