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"Make sure to hit the target."
I silently reminded myself, feeling a pang of guilt for Mumu. If it weren't for my carelessness in opening the door, Mumu wouldn't have to suffer like this. I didn't want to be unable to save even a child.
"Jun Chong, come back quickly!"
As soon as I finished speaking, the Twinborn Vine began to glow faintly, and a figure in a dark robe appeared at the entrance.
I patted my chest, thinking how useful the Twinborn Vine really was.
"Gu Anxin, are you looking for death?"
Jun Chong charged in fiercely, glaring at me with gritted teeth. I chuckled lightly and pointed over there. "Save Mumu first."
He snorted coldly, his eyes narrowing slightly. With a swift motion, his claws struck directly at the giant's vital point. The giant barely had time to scream before collapsing to the ground, while Mumu fell down, crying loudly.
"Sister, hold me! Sister, boohoo!"
"Jun Chong, thank you."
Seeing that Mumu was okay, I wanted to go over and hug him, but my legs felt numb and powerless; I couldn't move at all. "My legs—"
"Anxin, what happened to your legs?" Lin You's voice was somewhat exaggerated as she rushed over to support me. I used her strength to stand up but realized that my entire back down to my legs lacked any strength; they felt sore and numb.
"I don't know either; I just bumped my back and ended up like this." Seeing Lin You's worried expression, I reassured her, "Don't worry; at most, I'll be disabled, but I'm still alive, right?"
"Alive and always getting into trouble; who knows what you'd do if you were dead." Jun Chong seemed to have used some method to throw that heavy giant out of the car. He picked up the Hairpin that was still glowing and walked towards me.
I lowered my head at his words. Lin You was indignant and exclaimed, "What does it mean for a big man to insult a woman?"
A powerful ghost like Jun Chong could appear in front of others if he wished, which was why Lin You could see him. I gently tugged at Lin You's hand and said, "Stop talking. It's my fault for underestimating the situation."
"But no matter what, you're human and the other side is a ghost. You can't handle it."
"Can't handle it and still want to save a ghost? I think you're just being foolish."
I bit my lip, suppressing the pain in my back and choosing not to speak because I didn't want him to know that I had come here for him.
"You’re really getting more and more unbearable!" Lin You was so angry he couldn't find the words. He hugged me and comforted, "Anxin, don't worry. When we reach the station tomorrow, we'll get off first, and I'll take you to the hospital."
"By the time you take her to the hospital, she'll probably be dead." Jun Chong stood in front of me and said to Lin You, "Get up and move aside."
"I won't move."
"Do you really want her to die?" Jun Chong suppressed his anger and with one swift motion lifted my skirt up to my thighs. I reached out to cover myself but realized that my legs had turned a dark purple, as if poisoned.
"What’s going on?"
"Still not moving aside?"
Lin You dared not delay any longer. I stiffened in place, unable to move, while Mumu's voice gradually came closer. "Granny Mi said that was a ghost collision. Those who are hit by a ghost will be tainted by its negative energy. Some ghosts are born with poison, and people can end up poisoned too—just like your sister. I'm sorry, Anxin; it's Mumu's fault."
"The one who should say sorry is me."
"Shut up." Jun Chong's voice was low and commanding. "Lie down on me."
I did not resist and followed his instructions, tilting my head to see Jun Chong raise the hairpin in his hand. The hairpin emitted a different kind of brilliance, transforming into a dazzling array of colors, truly beautiful.
Just as I was about to ask how he managed that, I heard his displeased grumbling. "To use the Qilin Hairpin like this in your hands is really a waste."
"It's a waste, but it's your betrothal gift to me, and I won't return it," I replied.
I clicked my tongue; lately, the chances of us bickering had significantly increased, and sometimes I couldn't help but feel like resisting.
Jun Chong tapped my head lightly in dissatisfaction. "Lie still."
There was a familiar scent in Jun Chong's embrace. I closed my eyes and wrapped my arms around his waist. He stiffened for a moment but ultimately did not pull away, instead lifting my shirt.
Soon, I felt a cool sensation spreading across my back, gradually warming up like the gentle sun of early spring. It brushed against my delicate skin like floating feathers, allowing a comfortable feeling to seep in and permeate throughout my body, making me feel incredibly at ease.
However, just as I was beginning to enjoy this comfort, Jun Chong suddenly pulled me up. His thick eyelashes brushed against my face, tickling me. "Gu Anxin, you actually—"
"What?" I blinked at his abrupt halt, confused. "What's wrong?"
"Nothing." Jun Chong turned his head away, his gaze strange. "Get up and see if there's anything else uncomfortable."
I complied, walking and jumping around. My body felt light and much more comfortable than before. In excitement, I threw my arms around Jun Chong's neck without thinking and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek. "Thank you, husband."
"Ouch! This show of affection is going to make me sick!" Lin You teased. It was only then that I noticed Jun Chong's darkening expression. Embarrassed, I quickly let go and chuckled nervously. "Sorry, I got carried away."
Jun Chong didn't say anything; he just looked at me with an odd expression, as if deep in thought.
As it was getting late, Lin You and I decided to turn in for the night.
After spending a day and night on the train, my body felt completely drained. As soon as we stepped off the train, we stretched and breathed in the air of Liang City, seemingly able to sense the beauty of the resort.
"Let's hurry up, it's scorching hot here."
"Hey, wait a minute, I just want to relax a bit more."
"Come on!"
I forcibly pulled Lin You away. It was just past one in the afternoon, right at the peak of the sun's intensity. I worried that Jun Chong would feel uncomfortable hiding inside Monchichi under the blazing sun, just like Mumu insisted on being placed in my bag. So I planned to put him in there too.
"Don't even think about putting me in that bag with that little brat."
Well then, since the master didn't want it, what else could I do? I hailed a taxi and headed towards the resort, Picturesque.
The scenery along the way was absolutely stunning. It was summer, and everything was in full bloom. The sky in May was a brilliant blue, with the sun shining brightly overhead, flanked by towering mountains and trees.
Clear mountain streams cascaded down from the cliffs. In an instant, the mist in the forest dissipated, revealing lush greenery all around. The wind picked up, brushing over the water's surface and weaving through Cen Tian Da Shu, bringing a refreshing coolness.
"Wow, what a pleasant breeze."
Lin You and I rolled down the car windows, closing our eyes to soak in the beauty of nature. Our spirits were high.
The taxi driver boasted, "This is a nationally renowned resort. Every day, many people come here to play, and some even book their spots a month in advance! It's truly a paradise for young people!"
"It's so beautiful here; of course many people would want to come!"
"That's true, but this place is actually quite eerie. We locals never spend the night in the valley. Only you outsiders aren't afraid and enjoy it."
As the uncle spoke, Lin You and I exchanged glances, sitting up straight. Lin You asked, "Uncle, how could such a beautiful place be cursed? You’re not trying to trick us just because we’re girls, are you?"
"What would I gain from tricking you?" We shook our heads, and the uncle continued, "Then why would I bother to deceive you?"
"Then what did you mean by that?" I leaned forward slightly and whispered, "My friend knows a bit about this stuff; why don’t you explain?"
The uncle glanced at us through the rearview mirror and smirked. "So you're adventurers. Since you two girls seem to have a good vibe, I won’t mislead you. It’s fine to share a bit."
"Thank you, Uncle."
"Actually, hundreds of years ago, this place was just pure nature. In the mountains, aside from the babbling brooks and the songs of birds, there wasn’t much else. But it’s said that a scandal broke out in a prominent family in the town. After the scandal's subject was secretly executed, they were buried in these mountains. That wasn’t unusual back then; private executions happened all the time. But what’s strange is that this deceased person was filled with resentment, believing they were wronged. They returned for revenge and killed off that family before being sealed away in the valley by a Taoist priest. Later on, a resort was built here, and it’s said that at midnight, you can hear mournful cries and even the sounds of a baby crying. Some people claim to have seen a blood-soaked woman searching for her child, while others have mysteriously disappeared. In short, strange occurrences abound, and no one has been able to explain them. It’s unclear if it’s due to the area’s feng shui being strong or what, but despite the incidents, many still come here; the developers are making a fortune."
Lin You leaned in closer with a playful smile and asked, "Have you ever encountered anything like that, Uncle?"
"Of course." The uncle lifted his chin and turned a corner; we could see the resort hotel in the distance.
"I remember when I was young; I once ran into these mountains out of anger before the resort was built! That night was pitch black; I got lost in the mountains and couldn’t find my way out. While I was crying, I saw a woman walking towards me. She gently asked what was wrong. I told her I was lost, and she offered to take me home. At that time, I didn’t dare walk alone, so I followed her. I don’t know how long we walked; it just kept getting deeper into the woods and wasn’t leading to an exit. I started to panic when suddenly I heard someone calling my name loudly. I felt so happy thinking my family had come looking for me. I told the woman that I needed to go back, but she said, ‘My home is right here; won’t you come with me?’ When I turned around, I saw her face covered in blood with fierce eyes staring at me as her sharp claws reached out to grab me. If my father hadn’t arrived just in time, it would have been disastrous for me. After returning home, I had a fever for three days and was unconscious. When I woke up, I heard this story from an elder’s mouth and have never dared to step into those mountains again since."
The uncle's story was captivating as Lin You and I listened intently when suddenly the car came to a stop. "Uncle, why aren’t we moving?"
"Hehe, didn’t I just say I've never set foot in those mountains again? So I'll drop you off here instead; I'll take fifty off your fare as my treat."
Lin You and I immediately felt defeated.
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