Chapter 2: What to Do If You Become the “Ultimate Insider”?
“You can be discharged today.” Jiang Li walked into the ward and said calmly, then fixed her gaze directly on Luxianbei, her hands resting on her cane, falling silent.
Her eyes were very clear, almost not human, giving off an oddly enchanting feeling.
Luxianbei met her gaze and couldn’t help but feel a wave of panic rise in his heart, instinctively looking away.
What does this mean!?
Did this petty woman hear what I said before?
Is there a trap here?
Perhaps it was because of the brief eye contact he had with Jiang Li when he had just awakened from the brink of d*ath after swallowing the witch’s egg that made Luxianbei very worried she might see some clues from him.
Seeing that Luxianbei remained silent for a long time, Jiang Li tilted her head in confusion and asked, “What’s wrong? Don’t you want to be discharged?”
“Of course, I want to! I’m about to d*e from wanting to leave!”
“Then get ready; Ahua, you go help him with the discharge procedures.”
The little maid bowed slightly to Jiang Li, “Yes, Miss.” As she left, she shot Luxianbei a fierce glare, as if rebuking him for being ungrateful and shameless.
After the little maid left, only Luxianbei and Jiang Li remained in the ward.
Jiang Li walked over to the sofa, adjusted her skirt, sat upright, and continued to stare at Luxianbei, making him feel a bit uneasy.
Seeing Luxianbei’s helpless demeanor, Jiang Li sighed lightly, “Is my presence making you feel uncomfortable? Should I go wait for you outside?”
“That would be great!” Luxianbei blurted out.
Jiang Li, “…”
“Uh…” Realizing he had said something inappropriate, Luxianbei quickly explained, “Leader, I actually respect you a lot, it’s just… just…”
Just what?! Isn’t it because she’s been here that I feel uncomfortable?
While Luxianbei was still stammering, not having thought of the right words, Jiang Li had already stood up and unsteadily left the ward.
…
A few minutes later, in front of the hospital entrance.
A silver-haired girl stood at the roadside, dressed in a black waistcoat and a black chiffon long skirt, supported by a cane. Her knee-high Martin boots cleverly concealed her leg imperfections.
Her exquisite features paired with a Gothic style attracted the occasional glance from passersby, though no one approached her; it was a kind of reverence for beauty, like seeing the moon’s reflection in water and not wanting to reach out to disrupt that frozen beauty.
She stood there alone, her brows slightly furrowed, silent for a long time, lost in thought.
Deciding to discharge Luxianbei was a decision she had pondered for several days.
However, even now, she was still not quite sure if it was the right decision.
Luxianbei’s special ability to accurately locate the hiding place of scissors used by Mr. Rabbit through touch was quite unique.
This proved that if Luxianbei became a spiritual ability user, there was a high probability he would develop tracking spirit patterns, which would greatly assist the entire Huacheng Siye Society in hunting down urban legends.
Jiang Li, An Qing, and Li Xuan, the three operatives, all felt that recruiting a talent like Luxianbei into the Siye Society was a good thing, but…
But a vulnerable person can act without fear; despite the combined efforts of the three, they ultimately could not outmaneuver Bai Kai’s shameless tactics.
In fact, Jiang Li also understood why Bai Kai, like a childish fool, would go to the Amber Hall at midnight to play the suona, puncture Li Xuan’s beloved car’s tires, and drench An Qing’s bl**d supply with red paint—just to force them to give up recruiting Luxianbei.
Spiritual ability users with tracking spirit patterns have always been seen as great enemies by urban legends.
Bai Kai was afraid that Luxianbei would d*e.
But even if Luxianbei did not join the Siye Society, would he really be safe? Jiang Li wondered.
It had been ten days since the night of the hotel fire, and the entire Siye Society had expended considerable manpower and resources without uncovering even the slightest trace of her.
If the news of Luxianbei possessing such special abilities were to spread, his situation would become exceptionally dangerous.
However, Jiang Li felt that she could not continue to “house arrest” Luxianbei due to such uncertain potential threats.
A newly born high-level urban legend needs a long time to solidify its power; during this period, its activities wouldn’t be too frequent, making it not easy to catch her.
This consolidation period can last from several weeks to several months, or even several years.
During this time, while “house arrest” might better ensure his safety, it was truly inhumane and unfair for someone with free will.
…
When Luxianbei walked out of the hospital, he had already removed his hospital gown and changed into a red tracksuit emblazoned with the words “Z Country.” One hand held the strap of a guitar bag, and the other hand carried a folding toilet chair, presenting a carefree appearance, reminiscent of performance art.
He stood in front of the hospital entrance, basking in the bright sunlight, greedily breathing in the air of freedom, and excitedly wanted to look to the sky and howl.
Finally able to leave this damned place.
These ten days had been a nightmare: not only did he have to “self-harm” to cope with the doctor’s exams and endure the burning pain in the evenings, but he also had to dodge the little maid’s watchful eyes.
Normal people couldn’t possibly endure this!
Returning to his senses, Luxianbei spotted Jiang Li from a distance, furrowing his brows slightly and walking over.
The stark contrast between the two people inevitably attracted attention and sparked curiosity.
Just by looking at their outfits, no one would think that two seemingly unrelated people would actually have any connection.
However, soon the onlookers’ curiosity dissipated as they noticed some similarities between them.
They both seemed to have a frozen expression.
So, this must be some sort of patient exchange, right!?
Luxianbei approached Jiang Li, “Are you waiting for me?”
Jiang Li nodded slightly, her gaze casually sweeping over the toilet chair in Luxianbei’s hands, an unusual light flickering in her eyes.
“I have something I need to explain to you.”
“Leader, just give the order. As long as it’s not sending me to my d*ath, I’ll handle everything else with all my strength,” Luxianbei said, thumping his chest, and even without any expression, the sycophantic air emanating from him was palpable.
“Nothing so serious as that.” Jiang Li replied lightly, “I just need to explain some things you need to do after you return.”
“Please tell me!” Luxianbei clasped his hands, the toilet chair wobbling.
“Well.” Jiang Li replied and stepped back, dodging the swaying toilet chair.
“After you return, promptly contact me if you encounter anything strange. Additionally, spare some time every day between classes to come to the Siye Society.”
“Every day?” Luxianbei frowned, “Isn’t that too frequent?”
Jiang Li tilted her head, “Didn’t you say you wanted to see ‘The Book of Siye’? If you’re just going to read it on your own, there might be many parts you don’t understand. Come every day, and I’ll teach you.”
Every day, teaching Luxianbei the knowledge in ‘The Book of Siye’ along with common knowledge about spiritual energy.
This was Jiang Li’s idea—it could both compensate for using him as bait and ensure his safety.
Yes, mainly to protect his safety; the compensation was just a handy bonus.
“That said…” Luxianbei scratched the back of his head, “But didn’t Teacher An say that the new personnel training is all handled by her…?”
“What?” Jiang Li shot a cold glance at Luxianbei, “You don’t want me to teach you? I can also arrange for An Qing to teach you.”
Why does it feel like there’s a hint of threat in that? Luxianbei thought, quickly shaking his head, “No, no, if you’re willing to teach me personally, I’ll be thrilled!”
“Mm.” Jiang Li nodded contentedly, “I checked your class schedule; you don’t have classes after two o’clock tomorrow afternoon. Come to the Folk Culture Research Management Bureau to find me at two-thirty.”
After speaking, her gaze involuntarily swept over the toilet chair hanging from Luxianbei’s arm, and she finally couldn’t help but ask, “What’s this…?”
Luxianbei finally noticed Jiang Li’s strange gaze and paused momentarily, then explained seriously, “Oh! I bought this when I was injured before and haven’t used it yet! It’d be a waste not to take it! I can’t just leave it in the hospital for someone else, right?”
“Ah.” Jiang Li rubbed her forehead and sighed, “Do you want me to give you a ride back? Ahua should be coming soon.”
“No need, no need! I can just call a ride share!” Luxianbei said smugly, raising his eyebrows, his expression somewhat bizarre without the usual stone-faced demeanor.
“In the past few days, since I had nothing to do, I grabbed a lot of ride vouchers! It costs ten bucks to get back from here, but with the ride voucher, I only need to pay one-fifty, which is basically free!”
Is there anything more exhilarating than getting something for free in this world?
No!
I love getting free stuff!
Jiang Li rubbed her forehead, “……” How did I ever suspect that someone like him would have anything to do with that new witch?
I really overthought it.
…
Soon, the little maid Ahua arrived in a car to take Jiang Li away.
After watching Jiang Li and the little maid drive off into the distance, Luxianbei did not return to the old house on Mudan Street but instead had the driver take him to an apartment complex near University City.
The old house was too close to the Siye Society headquarters.
He still hadn’t fully grasped the rules of his body changes; if one night he couldn’t control the power within him, it would end badly.
By then, the people from the Siye Society might think it was that audacious urban legend attacking their headquarters!
That would be a blatant provocation, getting shot on the spot would be lenient!
Being a bit cruel, they might even directly capture him and send him to Yun Kang Psychiatric Hospital as a plaything!
So……
At least, he should wait until he figured out what “those few days every month” truly meant before going near Mudan Street!
Luxianbei thought to himself, letting out a soft sigh.
Having already become an urban legend, now getting involved with the Siye Society, who knows, in three years, another three years, accidentally getting a promotion—what if he ends up becoming the “ultimate insider”?
It’s too difficult!
