Chapter 155: This Is Exactly What I've Been Waiting For

Except for Yuan Jing, almost everyone shared the same thoughts as Cao Meng.

Yuan Jing hesitated to speak, but ultimately chose silence.

However, the decision-making power now lay in Su Yan's hands; how to handle the matter would ultimately be decided by her.

Ma Chulong said, "Mr. Yuan, we have no way to turn a malevolent spirit into an ordinary soul."

After saying this, he first looked toward Cao Meng.

As expected, Cao Meng shook his head.

Then he looked toward Su Yan.

Su Yan didn't seem to notice their gaze, merely replying indifferently, "Wait until tonight."

Ma Chulong and the others naturally understood why they had to wait until nightfall.

After a few more brief words, they took their leave.

Yuan Jing, however, made no move to leave, clearly having something he wanted to discuss with Su Yan privately.

Soon, only the two of them remained in the room.

"Miss Su, is there really no way?"

He spoke stiffly, his hands subconsciously tightening around the arms of his chair.

Su Yan had already anticipated this, and said unhurriedly, "Obsession, resentment, and hatred can all turn the deceased into fierce ghosts or evil entities that linger in the mortal world, refusing to leave. Mr. Yuan, you want me to perform a rite to pass that menace on, yet you refuse to speak of your past together. If the obsession does not fade and the resentment does not dissipate, I'm afraid even gods would be unable to do anything."

A flash of pain appeared in the depths of Yuan Jing's eyes, and he pursed his lips tightly, falling into a fierce internal struggle.

Su Yan did not press him; she simply waited patiently.

Outside the door.

Sun Mang still wanted to press himself against the door to eavesdrop like he did yesterday, but he discovered that Lu Ao had not left either, standing not far away.

He was completely unfamiliar with Lu Ao, and at the thought of Lu Ao's identity, he had no choice but to give up.

"Officer Lu, you've really worked hard these past few days. However, you shouldn't be needed moving forward. You can go back and get some rest."

He was telling the truth; after all, Lu Ao had personally witnessed Su Yan dealing with that menace last night. For such non-human cases, they truly had no place to exert their skills.

However, he received no response from Lu Ao. Instead, he found Lu Ao's sharp gaze fixed on him the entire time, as if he were investigating something.

Suddenly, he felt an indescribable pressure.

"Hehe, Uncle Policeman, why are you looking at me like that? I'm a law-abiding citizen."

His heart went cold, and even his way of addressing him changed.

"Are you and Miss Su classmates?" Lu Ao finally spoke.

His voice was serious, carrying a hint of authority.

Sun Mang nodded hurriedly. "Yeah, is there a problem?"

"What is the situation with Miss Su? Is she truly blind? How does she usually behave at school?"

Lu Ao threw out three questions directly. He had gained nothing from Cao Meng last night, but he had not given up.

This kid didn't look very bright; he should be able to obtain some information regarding Su Yan.

Sun Mang blinked his eyes, feeling as if he were one of those criminals being interrogated.

"Su Yan really can't see. Although her movements are quite normal, that's because her hearing and sense of smell are exceptionally keen since she can't see. How keen? For example, if someone walks past her, even if she can't hear their footsteps, she can judge their direction through the airflow. Moreover, her memory is excellent; no matter how far a path is, once she's walked it once, she remembers it vividly. I think her brain is different from ours, extraordinary compared to ordinary people."

Lu Ao frowned as he listened; this kid's nonsense was truly excessive.

"Since when did she start working in this profession?"

"What profession?" Sun Mang asked in confusion.

Lu Ao maintained his patience. "The profession from last night."

Sun Mang realized. "Does Officer Lu also think Su Yan is especially amazing? Especially cool? Before meeting Su Yan, I never imagined there was such a powerful person in this world. Su Yan is definitely a master hiding her light under a bushel. And Su Yan actually has a great sense of justice. Don't look at her cold exterior; her heart is actually more..."

"Enough. Can you just answer what I ask without so much nonsense?" Lu Ao felt as if dozens of flies were buzzing incessantly in his ear, making him feel agitated.

This kid wasn't even that old, why was he so noisy?!

Scared, Sun Mang clamped his mouth shut.

"Has Su Yan always been doing this kind of thing? What about her family? Is it the same situation for them, or is it just her?" Lu Ao continued asking with a stern face.

This time, Sun Mang didn't dare say so much. "Officer Lu, are you trying to learn about Su Yan's background?"

Lu Ao remained noncommittal. "Work requirements. Just say whatever you know."

Sun Mang's eyes rolled around incessantly. "Officer Lu, you don't actually need to ask so much. You saw Su Yan's skills with your own eyes. If you truly have a need in this area, finding Su Yan to solve it is absolutely reliable. Besides, since we've met, I'll tell Su Yan to give you a discount. If you have these kinds of non-human cases in the future, you can contact me directly."

Lu Ao:...

He wished he could just plug Sun Mang's mouth.

This kid sounded like he had said everything, but in reality, not a single word was useful.

"Officer Lu, why are you leaving? Do you want me to leave you a..." Sun Mang shouted toward Lu Ao's retreating, angry figure. Once Lu Ao had completely left his field of vision, Cao Meng walked out unhurriedly from a nearby corner.

"Master Cao, I didn't say anything wrong just now, did I?"

Last night, when he had gone out to use the latrine, he happened to run into Cao Meng, who was also heading out.

The two were not well-acquainted, making it a bit awkward.

However, Cao Meng had suddenly brought up Lu Ao to him, telling him that Lu Ao seemed to be investigating Su Yan's situation.

Since Lu Ao was an official, even if he had no ill intent, it was still a reminder to be careful and not let Lu Ao bait information out of him.

Since it concerned Su Yan, Sun Mang naturally took it very seriously, which was why he had been babbling at Lu Ao just now.

Cao Meng patted his shoulder. "You didn't say anything wrong."

Sun Mang chuckled. "Master Cao, I thought you didn't like Su Yan."

Cao Meng's eyes widened. "Who said I don't like that girl?"

"But usually when you talk to Su Yan, your attitude is cold and hard, like you look down on her." Sun Mang spoke the truth.

"This old man was born with such a serious face. Besides, even if I truly didn't like Su Yan, I wouldn't joke about such matters. In today's society, there aren't many people like us left; we must be even more united to slay demons and exorcise evil for the sake of the people." Cao Meng's words were powerful and resonant.

In Sun Mang's eyes, his image instantly became much more tall and heroic. Before his brain could even react, he followed suit by nodding vigorously.

Inside the room, after a full seven or eight minutes of silence, Yuan Jing let out a heavy sigh.

"If it is truly as you say, I think I might know who she is."

A shallow curve appeared at the corner of Su Yan's mouth; this was exactly what she had been waiting for.

(End of Chapter)