Chapter 1

Ling Su raised her head and said, "Mom, will the tragic fate of the women in our family also be inherited?"

It was not until much later that Shen Lingsu understood that Mrs. Xu was implying that she had a certain allure about her.

However, you have failed

Lingjing held her sister's hand and said, "Sister, if one day I leave before you, I do not want you to always feel that you can see me."

The mind is restless, "That requires too much money, what will you do about university?"

Xu Mingzheng ran over and said: "Teacher Hu wants you to go to his office after the morning reading session, probably regarding the last mock exam."

Ling Su was no stranger to this voice; it belonged to her classmate and close friend Xu Mingzheng, with whom she had spent three years.

Only Xu Mingzheng could feel it; the soreness in his left shoulder, which had been there since he got up in the morning, disappeared in that moment

There are only two types of children without a father: one is the child whose father has passed away, and the other, naturally, is the child whose mother has behaved immorally

Ling Su took a few steps and suddenly stopped. She tilted her ear to listen, feeling as if some sound was echoing above the library.

She has been to Xu's family, but it was truly not a pleasant experience

Ah

The girl's unfocused gaze suddenly became sharp, her bewildered tone shifted to one of determination, and her pale face was illuminated by flashes of lightning, slightly eerie

At that time, he was still in his first year of high school. Xu Ming sprained his ankle during a basketball game and asked Ling Su to take him home.

Mrs. Xu was greatly surprised; she seemed unaware that there are children in this world who must live independently at a young age

The doctors and nurses in the hospital all like her

Lingjing has had poor health since childhood

You may continue to try, the mother smiled gently

She rushed back to the dormitory, fetched a bucket of cold water, and poured it over herself vigorously, then took a towel and scrubbed her body forcefully. After such a prolonged ordeal, until her entire body was flushed red and her skin was in constant pain, she finally stopped.

Neighbors watch over and assist each other, creating a harmonious atmosphere

Xu Mingzheng asked Ling Su: "This weekend is my birthday, will you come?"

Ling Su stepped through the water in search of the past. In the flickering light, her intuition guided her forward

Ling Su said: "There is no one else to guide me. I have only read the books a few more times than others"

She flipped through several interesting books and couldn't help but start reading in the library. Outside, the sky was getting darker, and the wind was picking up. It seemed that rain was about to fall

Are you still well? Ling Su asked softly

Now even the others began to sense the strange atmosphere. Everyone started to feel anxious

She smiled gently, reached out her hand, and lightly brushed against Xu Mingzheng's left shoulder, as if helping him to dust off.

Shen Lingsu turned into the alley and immediately came to a stop

The two sisters rely on each other for survival

Mrs. Wang lowered her head to wipe away her tears. The man beside her immediately handed her an envelope

She spoke clearly, saying: "Then... take me away from here!"

Ling Su immediately looked up. The shout came from above her head, but it seemed that only she could hear it

The man let out a sigh, "My employer has been waiting for quite some time."

At that moment, a flash of lightning suddenly appeared on the horizon, followed by a startling clap of thunder, and soon the raindrops began to pour down in a dense and relentless manner

The Xu family is a middle-class household, with a spacious and bright house, and a maid to handle the household chores. Mrs. Xu is dressed in an ivory white dress, young and beautiful

None of them are to Mrs. Xu's liking

Ling Su let out a long sigh and lay down on the bed

In Ling Su's heart, there are countless words, yet in the end, they all transform into a single sigh

The owner of the breakfast stall downstairs greeted her: "Ling Su, so early?"

Shen Lingsu's face appeared particularly pale under the moonlight, and she frowned, decisively stating: "That was not an accident"

"Mrs. Wang," she addressed the middle-aged woman

She changed the subject: "I have almost raised the money and have already been in contact with the doctor regarding the surgery."

Shen Lingsu paused for a moment and then walked over gently

That is clearly a young child, dressed in a sailor suit, holding a doll in their arms, with hair dripping wet and clothes clinging to their body

Ling Su finally saw clearly

The child blinked and suddenly sank down with a swoosh

Ling Su took out the lunch box, murmuring: "Today there is mushroom chicken soup, and it contains angelica. I know you can't stand this taste, but it is good for your health"

She knows what her daughter will encounter at school

The shadow emitted a low sobbing sound

The sound of thunder miraculously faded away, yet the lightning continued unabated. The wind gradually weakened, and the wildly dancing curtains slowly descended.

"It's what mom stewed," Ling Su said casually

The world is shrouded in darkness, and the crowd is in a frenzy

Ling Su took the trash out.

That amount of money is not an issue

She was puzzled and could not figure it out, yet she never imagined that the problem lay with the beloved clivia of the old lady

The lady could not contain her surprise. Before she could speak, the young girl had already discerned her identity. Moreover, she had not expected that the medium introduced by her friend would be such a delicate young woman. They had always assumed that those who summoned spirits and exorcised demons were either eccentric adults or, at the very least, not dressed in strange attire. Furthermore, the residents of this area were all relocated households, living in filthy and rudimentary conditions, a place where all sorts of people mingled. Yet the young girl before her possessed a clear and refined demeanor, like a lotus flower emerging from the mud.

The glass of the window in the farthest corner shattered into pieces, and the white curtain billowed like a large sail, being blown about. In the shadow behind the curtain, a white figure huddled shiveringly in the corner

In the afternoon, there are no classes. After school at noon, Ling Su directly took the bus to the hospital

The middle-aged woman wore an expression of affection and regret, saying, "You might also consider that he was perhaps very handsome in his lifetime"

Mrs. Wang trembled all over and could only stand by leaning on her son

He stood behind his mother and younger brother, his racing suit stained with blood, his face and parts of his body charred black, yet his eyes remained almost intact. However, the pupils were a murky gray

Lightning flashed one after another, as if to tear apart the heavens. The thunder roared in succession, deafening to the ears. Dark clouds rolled in the sky, exuding a menacing aura.

The streetlight in the alley had long been vandalized by street children, but tonight the moon is exceptionally bright, illuminating this narrow path as if it were daytime. A black sedan is parked downstairs from her home and the library, with shadowy figures inside, while a man in black stands by the car, a faint red light glowing between his fingers

She never believed that her sister could communicate with spirits

Mrs. Wang's eyes sparkled as she quickly nodded and said, "Miss Shen, my eldest son passed away in a car accident six months ago. For the past month, I have dreamed of him every day. In my dreams, he keeps covering his eyes and crying, as if he has an unspeakable grievance. I earnestly request your help; please see what this is all about."

This is also one of the reasons for his obsession with Ling Su, as he truly believes that she possesses extraordinary talent, unlike that of ordinary people

She buried her face in her hands, her soft, lustrous hair cascading down from her shoulders

Ling Jing has a weak heart due to being a premature baby, resulting in underdeveloped health. A small blood vessel has caused her to be bedridden for life, preventing her from attending school from childhood to adolescence, and she has no peers to befriend.

Shen Lingsu nodded

The young man suddenly remembered something and shouted: "I remember, before going on stage, my brother put in eye drops!"

Many people are trapped in the library. Ling Su stands among the crowd, gazing at the torrential rain outside, a sense of unease gradually expanding within her.

Shen Lingsu returned home, and the first thing she did was take a paper box from the drawer of her desk and put the money she had just received into it

Mrs. Xu's face was already as pale as death, trembling all over in fear

Ling Su has a considerable fondness for this handsome young man, and their conversation subtly carries an air of ambiguity

The night is still long

Ling Su sighed, "Ling Jing cannot be seen; she is an ordinary person"

A voice came from behind: "How much more is needed?"

The mother is still sobbing: "I wonder if your elder brother can finally rest in peace now."

Mother said: "If it really doesn't work out, you can go find your father and ask him for money"

Ling Jing smiled gently and said, "Making soup is so troublesome, can you manage it?"

Ling Su raised her eyes and cast a cold glance at her: "We do not have a father"

Ling Su does not speak

In Mrs. Xu's eyes, Shen Lingsu's smile was filled with mockery, exuding a distinctly wicked aura

Mrs. Wang's tears flowed like beads that had come loose from a string, "By the time the fire was extinguished, he had already lost his human form"

The girl sat on the bed, nodding wearily.

Suddenly, with a loud crack, a broken branch was swept up by the wind and struck the glass window. The people in the library were greatly startled by this disturbance, and many had already begun to pack their belongings, intending to leave

Mrs. Xu said: "I often hear Mingzheng mention you, saying that your grades are excellent. Who usually helps you with your homework?"

Is the risk of surgery high

Hehe, you look really beautiful, just like your mother, right? What does Xiao Shen's family do?

It was just past noon when leaving the hospital

Ling Su had never hated her abilities as much as she did at that moment. Although she knew that others would surely look down on her, she thought that if she did not listen, she could at least find some peace.

Over the years, it has not been easy for you to take care of me, and I am sure you long for my mother to come and share your burdens. However, I do not want to see you lost in your own fantasies day after day; you must face reality

The surgery is about to begin

Ling Su is here for the first time. As soon as she walked in, she sensed something was amiss, a subtle fluctuation in the air that felt almost like an illusion

Lingjing and her sister are unlike each other; she is thin, small, and pale, resembling a flower that cannot bask in the sunlight

That is a hereditary trait that has not manifested in her.

He hurriedly helped his mother into the car. The security in this area is poor, and now that it is late at night, it is not advisable to stay for long

Shen Lingsu took it over and opened it to take a look. The thickness of the paper ticket seemed to satisfy her, and she smiled faintly, nodding her head before turning and walking into the dark building. The sound of her footsteps quickly faded away, as if she had entered a different dimension.

The sky is shrouded in gloom, and the south wind is strong, carrying the scent of rain

The women of the Shen family resemble floating duckweed and also resemble bulrushes

Ling Su pressed her lips together

Another thunderclap resounded in my ears

Lingjing's self-reproach: "It is I who have implicated you"

After a moment of confrontation, Ling Su took a deep breath and stood up. She walked to the window and said to the child: "Go, go find the woman next to your father. It was she who held you down in the water."

A young man assisted a middle-aged woman as they got out of the car, both dressed in solemn black attire

Ling Su yawned, feeling drowsy, but thinking of her mother cooking noodles for her, she still forced herself to sit up

She is a girl, of a similar age to Ling Su, with a slender figure and a complexion as pale as paper, yet her features are surprisingly exquisite and captivating. She is barefoot, her long hair flowing in the wind, and her face bears an expression of sorrow and fear, which is quite striking.

The mother was focused on chopping vegetables and replied, "Everyone has their own experiences, and this is unrelated to one's background"

Shen Lingsu spoke directly, "You have come this time for your son, haven't you?"

The nails are purple, and the arms are as thin as those of a drug addict

A person next to me muttered to themselves: "How strange, it is simply like an omen"

Is this Miss Shen Lingsu? he asked in a lowered voice

Shen Lingsu

When they despise someone, they love to compare the other person to an animal; when they admire someone, they also enjoy comparing the other person to an animal

Yes, it is.

Both individuals trembled all over

Two months after the passing of the elderly matriarch of the Xu family, she has recently appeared in my dreams frequently, repeatedly saying: "Enough! Too much!"

Ling Su did not stay long before taking her leave. As she walked out of the Xu family's gate, she suddenly heard Mrs. Xu's voice in her ear, clearly questioning her son: "Is this the female classmate you mentioned? Why does she have a certain smell?"

This is the rain of summer, only summer rain can be so swift

Ling Su supported Xu Mingzheng as they entered the house, exhausted and drenched in sweat, appearing somewhat disheveled. Mrs. Xu personally brought over water, seizing the opportunity to scrutinize her from head to toe, her gaze sharp and piercing, making Ling Su feel quite uncomfortable

The row of floor-to-ceiling windows upstairs, which once let in light, is now shrouded in darkness. Several windows are left open, allowing wind and rain to pour in, scattering the books into disarray. The water stains accumulating on the floor reflect a faint blue glow

Ling Su slightly tilted her head and pondered for a moment, "Oh? You actually answered a discussion question incorrectly in history, what a significant decline in standard"

The university library is architecturally beautiful and set in an elegant environment, funded by several industrialists. The interior is air-conditioned, and it is not crowded, making it very quiet, with the continuous sound of the wind rustling the trees outside

In summary, he did not fight for you, " Ling Su said.

She set the book in her hand aside and quickly ran up the stairs

Ling Su hurriedly said: "No need, plain noodles will suffice, I do not wish to see red right now"

The boss's wife packed her two fried dough sticks, "There are still two months until the exam, right?"

Ling Su took the shuttle bus to school

The doctor said, your condition is not serious. Ling Su held her sister's hand tightly, patiently comforting her

Ling Su hurriedly changed the subject, "Those old books in the school library, I suppose you must be tired of them too? Xu Ming just lent me his brother's university library card, I will go find a few good books for you."

No," Shen Lingsu shook her head, "there is something wrong with his eyes

The school is the best public high school, with excellent academic performance. Tuition is completely waived for students studying here. Of course, there are also students who are chauffeured to and from classes in luxury cars. There are always differences among people.

The house is not large, with only one room. Before my younger sister Lingjing was hospitalized, the two sisters used to squeeze onto one bed.

Shen Lingsu stood quietly at the street corner

Ling Su retracted her smile, revealing a look of difficulty

Shen Lingsu cast a glance in one direction and said, "Is it an accident in the race?"

She slowly turned her head

Outside the window, there is once again a clear and bright moonlight

My mother has passed away, and there are only my sister and me at home

Shen Lingsu's eyes flickered as she walked over

The girl looked at her in confusion and asked, "Can you see me?"

Mother smiled and turned to walk towards the kitchen

The moonlight outside is bright and clear, the shadows of the trees sway, and a figure is cast upon the window

Xu Mingzheng was no longer surprised by her clairvoyance. He chuckled and said, "Yes, once again you have come out on top. You must treat me to a soda."

Yet the other party discovered her. The man in black extinguished the cigarette in his hand and strode over.

Ling Su seems to speak in a way that is both striking and relentless, adding: "Auntie, your elderly lady used to keep a Clivia plant, right? This flower is delicate and cannot be watered too frequently"

The young man felt a slight disappointment. Looking at such an aloof and extraordinary person, he realized that, like other mediums, they were ultimately motivated by money

"How could this happen?" Mrs. Wang's expression changed dramatically, "The test results indicate that there was a mistake due to human error"

The young man nodded repeatedly: "That's right! My elder brother died in a racing accident. During that race, he wasn't in great shape, but we never expected the car to suddenly lose control, crash into the guardrail, and catch fire, resulting in an explosion"

My mother spread her hands and said, "Although your grandmother has always firmly believed in the misfortune of the daughters of the Shen family, I believe that modern women may be able to change this law."

The shadow suddenly shivered. In its flickering presence, Ling Su saw long hair trailing on the ground.

The next day, upon waking, the sky was just beginning to brighten at dawn, with a misty haze enveloping the surroundings. The milkman, ringing his bell, passed through the narrow alleys. The simple houses stood in close proximity to one another, and the sounds of roosters crowing and dogs barking could occasionally be heard

Ling Su wore a face of disgust, "At that time, he regarded you as a witch and treated me and Ling Jing as little demons. He probably would not believe that even monsters and spirits can age and fall ill."

It is unclear whether it is due to the strong air conditioning or a psychological effect, but the temperature in the hall has noticeably dropped. People are whispering to each other, their faces filled with unease

Lingjing looked at her sister with deep sorrow and compassion in her eyes, and she said softly: "Sister, Mom has been gone for more than a year."

The nurse was quite familiar with Ling Su and smiled at her: "Ling Su, is it crowded on the bus? I see you are sweating profusely."

As soon as the words fell, a loud thunderclap struck overhead, with a resounding boom that shook the floor beneath my feet, as if the heavens and the earth were splitting apart at that moment, accompanied by the sounds of shattering and heavy objects crashing to the ground

Ling Su did not look back, "It's almost time, my little sister will soon be able to undergo the surgery"

Ling Su suddenly sensed something different: she could not discern the origins of this young girl. In the past, she could see through the past with just a glance, but now it seemed shrouded in a haze of dreamy mist

How is the cleansing of the body going

"Are you lost?" Ling Su gently asked her, "Do you need my help?"

Shen Lingsu looked at them with sympathy, her face showing signs of fatigue, "If that eye drop were still available, it should be sent for testing. I have said all I can."

Restless and uneasy, the atmosphere around is fluctuating. What exactly has gone wrong?

Mother sighed, "He treats me well. It is his family who opposes. The situation is too complicated"

Oh? Then what about your father

The middle-aged woman leaning at the door smiled faintly, "But did it scare you enough?"

The two sisters were born in this neighborhood, which used to be on the outskirts of the city. It was built as a relocation area by workers from other regions and farmers whose land had been occupied. Their grandmother said that this place holds the lifeblood of the Shen family, and it must be protected and cannot be moved.

The Shen family resides on the third floor

Home, school, and hospital are connected in a triangular route, and she has been walking this way for nearly two years.

The child gazed silently at Ling Su, their small face pale, lips a deep purple, and a pair of large eyes only possessing dark pupils that emitted an eerie glow

Upon returning home, I asked my mother: "Mom, do I have a strange smell on me?"

The person behind remained silent for a moment and said, "Are you hungry? I will make you tomato and egg noodles"

The window suddenly emitted a buzzing sound, and Ling Su felt a cold wind approaching from one side, causing the hairs on her body to stand on end

In April, as spring begins to wane, the cherries are red and the mulberries are purple

Ling Su smiled in response

Ling Su nodded

Moreover, who exactly is this girl? How does she know so much about the Xu family?

A piercing scream suddenly erupted, filled with terror and dread, as if experiencing immense fear. All the lights flickered and went out.

When Lingjing was born, she was premature, her whole body was purple, resembling a little monkey. Yet, she still struggled to survive

The delicate, thin shirt was dampened by sweat, clinging to the skin, faintly revealing a white bra. The girl had smooth skin and a lovely face, adorned with a rosy hue from exercise, her pair of eyes dark and glistening, like rippling water, cool and captivating