Chapter 10, the Matchmaker is male

When Xiao Di discovered that Tan Xuan was impervious to oil and salt, she truly found herself at a loss for how to handle him

Tan Xuan picked up the pillow from the ground and dusted off his hands, saying, "It's all right now, you can put your mind at ease. I didn't take your money for nothing."

"You have just been possessed by an entity, and now that you have regained your ability to act, you need to adapt for a while," Tan Xuan explained.

Tan Xuan chuckled and said, "What can I be? Just a ride-hailing driver."

Qian Bo truly held reservations about Tan Xuan's almost childish method of exorcising demons. Goodness, it was nothing but slapping and punching, employing tactics akin to street thugs fighting. This was a far cry from the level of mastery he envisioned, where even gods and ghosts would be astonished by the skill.

As she spoke, she timidly glanced around, fearing that the room was filled with invisible presences

Tan Xuan took out his phone and said, "Let's add each other on WeChat."

Then you can also harm the female ghost. It can be said that you and Tan Xuan have shared hardships together, and Qian Bo's speech has also become less proper.

It is as follows: you are in the open, while he is in the shadows. There is no logic in guarding against thieves for a thousand days. If that person remains at large, it will be very difficult for you to sleep soundly in the future

I have encountered more ghosts than humans in the past, where can I find an ignorant young girl

Seeing Tan Xuan still refusing his good intentions, Qian Bo posed a sharp question, "You are so eager to refuse, could it be that there is some issue in that regard?"

Saying this, Qian Bo deliberately turned cold and said, "You are not treating me as a friend; I truly considered you a buddy."

"How can there be nothing wrong?" Before Tan Xuan could finish speaking, Qian Bo raised an objection, "Tan, you have dealt with these few perpetrators, but do not forget that there is still a mastermind behind them. That person is the true culprit. If he is not brought to justice, how can I have peace in the future? Tan, you must see this through to the end and save the people."

Hearing Tan Xuan's response, Qian Bo was quite dissatisfied, "How can that be settled? Brothers are brothers. If you two really have feelings for each other, then we would be relatives, wouldn't we? Don't be so hesitant; I see you're not young anymore. By the way, how old are you?"

Qian Bo advised from the side: "Tan Zi, if you have a way, just tell her. Cooperating with the police in their investigation is the duty of every citizen. Only when that person is brought to justice can I feel completely at ease"

"But she is still like this, does that mean nothing is wrong?" Qian Bo said, pointing at the motionless Xiao Di, who was lying on the bed with her face up.

Qian Bo glanced at Tan Xuan, realizing that he was a person with a story, so he shifted the topic elsewhere

Ah! Xiao Di was startled, "Weren't those two already eliminated by you? How come there are still some left? How many are there in total?"

Tan Xuan glanced at Qian Bo and said, "I am neither a monk nor a Daoist, not even a cultivator; what use is it to keep that?"

Qian Bo shook his head vigorously, "Forget it, it's unnecessary."

I see. Qian Bo's heart, which was hanging in suspense, relaxed a little, but then he asked uneasily: "How do you know that the little rascal was sent by him from elsewhere and not something he did himself?"

Qian Bo shook his head and said, "No, you are not telling the truth. You yourself admitted that you let it slip. Talk to me, we have all experienced life and death together, what is there that cannot be said?"

You..." Xiao Di did not expect to receive such a response. She glared at Tan Xuan with annoyance and reprimanded, "What is wrong with you? I don't care about your gambling, but that person has run away. Aren't you afraid he will retaliate?"

Qian Bo said indignantly: "What can't I do? You pressed him down and bit him, and to make matters worse, you put me underneath. You are even more ruthless than Lao Sun and that little devil."

Tan Xuan waved his hand to interrupt Qian Bo's words, and by the time he finished complaining, who knows how long it would take. He personally explained to Xiao Di: "Because you disrupted your own aura in order to see that thing just now, it made you susceptible to some ethereal entities. You lost consciousness because just now, a being took advantage of the opportunity and possessed you."

Qian Bo's way of speaking has a wide range of thought, which left Tan Xuan feeling a bit confused. With a wry smile, he said: "Brother Qian, there's no need for that. Let's just be friends and buddies, and leave it at that."

So why don't you have a girlfriend? You are quite handsome, it should be easy to deceive an unsuspecting girl

Xiao Di pushed aside Tan Xuan's hand, saying, "I am not that delicate." After a brief moment of adjustment, she was about to leave again

Uh... after being choked by a remark, Qian Bo fell silent, as he felt that Tan Xuan was not wrong. However, Xiao Di did not stop there and asked, "Is the person you are talking about the owner of the casino? Do you have a way to find him? He escaped when we were closing the net."

"If I am going, then I will go; I am not afraid of ghosts, so why should I be afraid of a woman?"

Tan Xuan smiled, "You are overthinking it. My intention in adding you is not for any ulterior motive. It is just that your aura is currently unstable, making it easy for you to see things that you should not see. If anything happens, you can reach out to me. Since you do not wish to add me, then so be it. I advise you that if you see strange things or hear unusual sounds in the next couple of days, do not be curious, and do not engage with them. After a few days, when you have recovered, everything will be fine."

Tan Xuan shook his head, "I only deal with exorcising ghosts; capturing people is your police's responsibility, and I do not interfere"

The two of them exchanged words endlessly, and in the end, Tan Xuan had no choice but to sigh in resignation, saying, "It's not difficult to find that person; he should be hiding not far from here. If he is too far away, he won't be able to control that little ghost, as there are too many buildings nearby. It is quite challenging to locate him directly, but you can search in the hospitals. He must be seriously injured from the backlash and will have to go to the hospital to survive. There shouldn't be many people hospitalized daily due to internal injuries and vomiting blood, so you just need to check each hospital one by one to find him. Moreover, he is easy to recognize; his face is swollen, and once you identify him, it will be a sure catch."

Tan Xuan shook his head, and after a moment of silence, he slowly said: "It is not about money; I am just tired and want to change my way of living"

What are you doing? Qian Bo measured and looked at Tan Xuan again, then carefully scrutinized him once more, "Brother, who exactly are you?"

Tan Xuan smiled faintly without saying a word. There were some things he wanted to share with someone, yet he could not. For him, it was an inner torment, but for others, it was no different from a fantastical tale. However, those who could understand were not by his side

What do you think?" Tan Xuan glanced at the two in front of him and continued, "Although that little ghost was summoned by him from elsewhere, it was nourished by his blood, which is quite a connection. Since I have destroyed the little ghost, how well can he fare? He will either not die or suffer greatly.

"Then how did you start working in ride-hailing? Isn't that unprofitable?" Qian Bo was somewhat puzzled, as in his understanding, charlatans have always been praised by others.

"Get lost!" Tan Xuan scolded without any courtesy. If it weren't for Qian Bo's quick dodge, Tan Xuan would have slapped him across the face.

Tan Xuan looked at the utterly terrified Qian Bo and smiled, "That culprit should now pray for his own good fortune; if he can preserve his life without becoming disabled, that would be a sign of great luck. Does he still dare to seek revenge? If he dares to come, I would truly admire him as a man."

Tan Xuan snorted and said disdainfully, "If he had that capability, you wouldn't have been able to leave that casino last night."

Then let's meet, just consider it as me arranging a companion for drinks. Don't tell me you are even afraid to meet a woman

"Wait a moment." Tan Xuan called out to the determined Xiao Di who was intent on leaving

"Are you saying that person has suffered backlash?" Seeing Tan Xuan's earnest declaration, not only was Qian Bo surprised, but even Xiao Di was taken aback, both waiting for Tan Xuan to continue speaking.

How old are you to be tired already, pretending to be so mature? Have you even reached adulthood?

No, how can a big man like you have a hobby of matchmaking and weaving? Aren't matchmakers all women?

Brother Qian, there is no need for this. Once I have accepted your money, I will ensure your safety without fail. This is the rule of my profession

Tan Xuan smiled faintly and said, "I cannot say how many there are in this bathhouse, but there are three in total that pose a danger to Brother Qian. One is that little ghost, another is Sun Shunli, and the last is the gambler that Sun Shunli carries with him, the one who just possessed you. I thought it had been consumed by that little ghost, but it turned out to have become a wraith as well. However, it is all good now; they have all been captured, and there is nothing to worry about."

Qian Bo laughed happily. After a moment of joking, his mood improved significantly. After laughing for a while, he continued, "After this incident, I have recognized you as my brother. From now on, just see how I treat you. How about this: tonight, I will invite you to my home for dinner. You haven't been to my house yet, so consider it a chance to get familiar with the place. My sister-in-law happens to have a cousin who is a university student, just graduated last month, and she looks quite good. I will invite her over tonight for you to get to know each other."

I see you coming home late every day; do you have a girlfriend

Tan Xuan's response was heartfelt, yet he received a punch from Qian Bo

He has lost his greatest support, so what is there to fear from him? If he has a poor memory, I don't mind going through the trouble to ensure he remembers it thoroughly

Is that all there is to it

Then why didn't you say so earlier

Sitting in the car, after regaining some courage, Qian Bo opened up the conversation again, "Tan Zi, I am fortunate to be with you today. A great favor is not to be spoken of, but I will remember it in my heart."

Twenty-two

Qian Bo laughed and said, "You haven't seen much, have you? The matchmaker is female, but the old man of the moon is male. If you two are attracted to each other, isn't that also a case of fertile water not flowing to outsiders?"

Xiao Di was taken aback for a moment, then replied with a cold smile: "There is no need for that, we are not familiar with each other. I have encountered many people like you, so put away your sordid thoughts. Moreover, I advise you to come up with a good excuse if you want to flirt in the future, otherwise no one will add you."

"Is there something?" Xiao Di asked impatiently.

Tan Xuan glanced at Qian Bo and teased with a half-smile, "What’s the matter? Are you still not satisfied, hoping this matter isn’t over? Would you like me to bring in a couple more for you to enjoy?"

Tan Xuan glanced at Xiao Di, "She was just possessed by a ghost, and she will wake up in a while, but her body will be weak for a couple of days. However, she is a police officer, so the impact should not be too significant."

Xiao Di has left, and the people outside have also dispersed. After Qian Bo took a shower, he pulled Tan Xuan to change clothes and go home. The danger has been averted, and he wants to leave this terrifying place as soon as possible. For him now, there is no place as warm as home, not even the boiler room behind.

Ah! Did I bite him? No way? Xiao Di was a bit confused, hurriedly wiping his mouth, unsure whether he was checking for blood on his lips or worried about getting his mouth dirty from Tan Xuan.

Ah! Upon hearing Tan Xuan's words, Xiao Di also forgot her embarrassment and hurriedly took out her phone, "Are you scanning me, or am I scanning you?"

Really?" Xiao Di asked excitedly

No

Is it true or not? You should verify it yourself

So am I really fine now? Qian Bo once again expressed his concerns; he was not worried about whether Xiao Di was feeling comfortable or not. He was only concerned about whether his own problem had been resolved, otherwise his little heart could not take it any longer

"You are oblivious; you nearly took our lives. Just now, you were acting like a madman, trying to bite Tan Xuan," Qian Bo began to complain to Xiao Di.

Tan Xuan glared at Qian Bo and said, "You are the one with the problem." As a man, necessary dignity must not be undermined

Not only did she add WeChat, but Xiao Di also noted down Tan Xuan's phone number

"Collecting money? What money?" Xiao Di, who was lying on the bed, slowly regained consciousness, propped herself up, looked at the people on both sides, and asked, "What happened to me? Why did I suddenly feel dizzy and lose consciousness?"

"I guessed you wouldn't have it," Qian Bo scoffed, wearing an expression that clearly said he knew it all along. He then asked, "Is it because one must remain a virgin in order to master that particular skill?"

Indeed, time is passing, and if you don't hurry, there will be no good girls left. You should get to know each other first, and when the time is right, take action. After all, if it doesn't benefit you, it will benefit someone else.

Xiao Di was indeed impatient; she stood up and was about to walk out, but as soon as she stood, she stumbled, her legs weak, and she could not support her own body. Fortunately, Tan Xuan was quick-witted and reached out to support her.

Tan Xuan smiled again, saying, "Look at what you are saying, why would I deceive you? I am just a driver, merely knowledgeable in that particular area, and I used to earn some money with that skill."