Chapter 10: Three-Inch Life
Suddenly, the water from the faucet came to an abrupt halt, as if a person who was speaking had suddenly been choked! Bai Yuan shuddered, glanced at the faucet, and slowly picked up his bag and coat, retreating with his back to the door... His eyes were fixed intently on the faucet, fearing that something might suddenly emerge from it!
This is also acceptable. You continue to seek revenge, while the other half of your resentment comes with me. If I cannot transform you, then you shall be free! Three-Inch Life nodded and did not intervene
A chilling voice echoed in the empty office: "Ah, I am sorry for you, for the sake of the cycle..."
What men desire is actually quite simple, just as simple as what women want; it is merely a safe haven from the storm. Men do not ask for much; all they need is, during the late hours of the night, for someone to leave a light on for them when they come home late from work, or perhaps for someone to bring them a cup of fragrant tea and remind them, "It’s late, you should rest early." Just these small gestures are enough. Ji Kexin is the warm sun in Bai Yuan's heart, which is why he feels so content. Just these small gestures are enough. Ji Kexin is the warm sun in Bai Yuan's heart, which is why he feels so content.
The water from the faucet continued to flow with a "whoosh," yet he dared not touch it. A chill surged from his feet straight to his head, leaving him utterly astonished
If Liang Feng and Bai Yuan were to see this old man, they would surely be taken aback, for this old man is none other than the fortune teller who gave Bai Yuan two talismans! His words still linger in Bai Yuan's mind: "I can see that you are already shrouded in dark clouds! Within three days, you will discover that sinister events are following you! If you do not seek someone to resolve this within half a month, then you will face a calamity involving bloodshed!"
Bai Yuan's pupils constricted as he glanced at the faucet and then at the phone; he truly did not dare to answer it. At this moment, he had already reached the door, and his hand had touched the doorknob
Preparing the proposal is the most time-consuming task. I worked on it until the end of the afternoon shift without finishing, so I decided to stay late by myself.
Ding ding ding... At this moment, a somewhat irritating sound rang out, startling Bai Yuan half to death, as his office phone on the desk, unwilling to remain silent, chimed in.
Strange things, one after another, left Bai Yuan feeling somewhat apprehensive. He rubbed his eyes; this was indeed not a dream. So, who turned on the faucet? He turned around, and everywhere was silent.
Saying one is not afraid is a falsehood; he harbors some doubts that it is not Tang Yue! This is because he has heard that once a person is entangled with intense malice and resentment, that individual becomes exceedingly sinister! They become a person with heavy yin energy, and subsequently, that person will be haunted by wandering spirits and ghosts.
That sense of helplessness, which cannot be expressed and cannot be acted upon, is so evident and real
After taking a glance, Tang Yeyue transformed into the appearance of Tang Yue and walked forward: "Grandpa, why are you still outside so late? Be careful not to catch a cold!"
Zhu Lin set down his chopsticks and said: "In fact, there is also a saying about dream confusion; perhaps it is a kind of omen, or maybe a warning, or perhaps a form of mental pressure! However, Brother Bai, if Liangzi calls you a little later, and that ghost kills the you in your dream, then even if you wake up, you will still be frightened, and your vitality will decline. This is why many people fall ill after waking from a dream!"
After dinner, Bai Yuan checked the time and, finding it still early, drove to Jiangshan Community to hand over the down payment and the matters concerning the house renovation to the other party, before returning to the company
Liang Feng grumbled, "Whose appearance is difficult to change? Why must it be my appearance! ! !"
Alright, I will give you ten days. If you do not keep your promise, then I will unleash a massacre and - illustrations - books. At worst, I will never be human again!" Tang Yayue said with a fierce expression. Both of them came bearing the same mission.
"On what basis should I trust you! Old bald donkey, I never expected you to be so despicable, deceiving my kindness!" Tang Yeyue's expression grew even more ferocious as she lunged at the old man. San Cun Ming slightly shook his head, softly reciting scriptures, leaving Tang Yeyue with no way out.
No need, you can go back first, I will be fine in a little while!" Bai Yuan said while writing and drawing, occasionally looking up information, without raising his head.
Liang Feng slowly said: "Are you overthinking it? What one thinks about during the day, one dreams about at night"
Time passed second by second, the hour hand of the clock pointing to the starting point, 8 o'clock, 9 o'clock... His plan was also nearing completion, but outside, the neon lights were already flashing
Encountering strange things, the bolder you are, the less frightening they become. Bai Yuan did not understand why encountering them brought a sense of panic and fear; it was because he had a vague feeling of being deceived.
It's early to get off work! No matter who made the call, I'm running away first... Bai Yuan, clutching his briefcase, turned and sprinted away without a care for his life! That phone ringing was like a death knell, making him wish he had four legs to run faster!
Bai Yuan controlled his breathing and movements to silence, quietly listening! Still, there was no sound; he felt his breathing becoming somewhat heavy! ... He was panting through his nose, cold sweat pouring from his forehead, and sweat was streaming down his temples; he was quite frightened...
No one knows the name of this old man; they only know him as a fortune teller, and they all call him "Three-Inch Life"! ... The term "Three-Inch Life" signifies the resilience of life, carrying profound meaning ...
Bai Yuan's phone suddenly rang, shattering the tranquility! Bai Yuan himself was startled. Without the frenzied focus on work, he realized that the vast office was empty except for him. The sky outside and the books were vibrant with colors, but at the end of his line of sight, there was a pitch-black void
Tang Yue, how have I offended you? Why must you torment me like this? Bai Yuan had reached his breaking point. When pushed to the edge, one becomes fearless and reckless; at this moment, Bai Yuan was exactly in that state
The manager assigned him a project and asked him to draft a proposal, which must be ready by tomorrow morning when he arrives at work
"I will return you within ten days. If I cannot help you, then you may help me instead?" A hint of weariness flashed in the old man's eyes, as if he had seen through the ups and downs of life.
Suddenly, a mutation has arisen
It has come to pass; now strange occurrences are happening one after another, leaving Bai Yuan feeling somewhat at a loss
Tang Yue, I know it's you! If you have the ability, come at me directly. Let's compete openly and honestly, don't play tricks on me!" Bai Yuan roared madly with a hint of ferocity, shattering the original silence of the floor.
Who are you? You are certainly not an ordinary old man! Tang Yeyue revealed his true face and roared fiercely, his malevolence and resentment fluctuating intensely! ... With the other hand, he waved urgently ...
Another Tang Yeyue flashed a glimmer of cold light and walked into the Jiangshan Community
"You are pregnant now, so it's better for you to do less of these things; let me handle it instead," Bai Yuan said as he held Ji Kexin on his lap and kissed her. He did not want his wife to come home after a long day at work and still have to take care of him. To think of each other, that is love; otherwise, it is just reduced to mere physicality.
No one responded, nor did Tang Yue provide an answer
In the vast office, he was the only one left, accompanied only by the flickering screen of the computer and the occasional sound of the keyboard tapping away.
If one does not encounter a ghost, one’s character may seem unyielding, as if capable of breaking through all things. However, upon encountering one, inexplicably, all courage dissipates, and one may forget everything, leaving only panic and fear
Tang M. Hetushucomcom Ye Yue waved his hand, and the three souls and seven spirits separated, revealing another Tang Ye Yue!
At the dining table, Bai Yuan recounted his dreams one by one.
At this moment, mentioning endurance inevitably causes a slight increase in heart rate, accompanied by a lingering sense of fear. There is also a profound feeling of helplessness and panic.
In the Jiangshan Community, Tang Yeyue wandered around, feeling bored and lonely, sometimes sitting on a utility pole, at other times under a tree
The old man raised his head and said, "Ah, I am old and no longer useful!" As he spoke, he shook his frail body a couple of times, appearing somewhat weak, as if he might fall at any moment
At this moment, an old man slowly approached. He walked very slowly, yet with great determination. At first glance, he gave the impression that he might fall at any moment, but there was something surprisingly ethereal about him
Because one must live, one must work ... Because one must work, one must strive
He began to suspect whether he had been entangled by those unclean things
As the saying goes, people fear ghosts by three parts, while ghosts fear people by seven parts. In reality, however, people fear ghosts by seven parts, and ghosts fear people by three parts. This is because ghosts were once human; they understand the psychology of a person, which is the most terrifying aspect.
Bai Yuan clenched his fists tightly in his heart and said fiercely: "Tang Yue, you almost succeeded today! I am a person of integrity, how can I be afraid? The more afraid I am, the more strange things I encounter! If I don't even have the courage to see a ghost, what right do I have to protect Xin'er? Just wait... whatever tricks you have, bring them on against me!" If I don't even have the courage to see a ghost, what right do I have to protect Xin'er? Just wait... whatever tricks you have, bring them on against me!
Tang Yeyue revealed a hint of reluctance as she stepped forward to assist. The old man nodded slightly. When one of Tang Yue's hands began to make contact with his body, she could not help but change her expression dramatically; her hand unexpectedly became uncontrollable, resembling a ghostly claw. She sensed a repulsive aura emanating from the old man's body, along with a faint scent of incense.
The sky is overcast, and lightning is about to strike
"What you said makes me feel uneasy!" Bai Yuan remarked
The old man nodded, taking away Tang Yeyue's essence along with seventy years of resentment and seventy percent of her grievances
He intends to go against the heavens, to reverse the flow and transform their three lifetimes of resentment. Once the resentment is transformed, he will find a way to allow her to enter the cycle of reincarnation
The faucet turned on by itself, and water was gushing out! Bai Yuan's pupils contracted, and he felt a bit of a chill run down his spine. He hurriedly looked around but found nothing suspicious! However, the faucet was indeed gushing water!
I am the one here to enlighten you! I do not believe what he said about being unable to enlighten you! Rest assured, I will not harm you. Come with me, and within ten days, if I cannot resolve the negativity within you, I will set you free, and I will no longer concern myself with your matters with him! The old man raised his head, and a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes
"Do you need my help with the Chinese cabbage?" Liang Feng said at the end of the workday
It turned out that it was Ji Kexin who called, asking if he had finished work. He had just completed his tasks, so he replied, "I will be home soon!"
There is a sink behind his office. He turned off the computer and was about to wash his hands.
At that moment
He ran to the car in one breath, Bai Yuan gasping for air. The psychological tension had decreased significantly. He glanced at the prayer beads on his wrist, and a slight sense of relief flashed through his mind. Although he suspected that the prayer beads were merely a psychological comfort, in this situation, Bai Yuan indeed found them somewhat necessary
It's nothing; isn't it the woman's duty to take good care of her man? Ji Kexin smiled brightly, causing the lights to pale in comparison
Upon driving back home, Ji Kexin had already prepared the late-night snack, and it was already 9 PM! Ji Kexin gently helped him shed his fatigue, urging him to take a shower and then have dinner. Watching Ji Kexin's busy figure, he felt deeply moved in his heart