Book 7: Chapter 1: Uninvited guest

Book 7: Chapter 1: Uninvited guest

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Xiao Xia awoke in boundless pain. It wasnt clear where, but she just felt there was a roaming needle burrowing around, stabbing her wherever it went.

Especially her head, which felt as if something had been pulled from it. There was a blurry blankness that turned to impenetrable darkness whenever she tried to recall something. A splitting headache also accompanied it, making her involuntarily groan.

A warm, dry hand caressed her forehead, making her feel momentary comfort. She struggled to open her eyes.

Still remember me? The man beamed and asked in a quiet voice.

Obviously. Xiao Xia muttered weakly. I wish I could forget.

Which means you cant forget even if you wanted to, right? I knew I was very charismatic! Wan Lis hand was still on Xiao Xias forehead. The fever has broken, but you still seem a little weak.

What happened to me? Xiao Xia was bewildered, her mind momentarily a little confused.

You dont remember? Wan Li looked at her thoughtfully.

As a doctor, he knew very well that psychological trauma often left physical injuries. From a medical perspective, thoughts were very important. In this instance for example, Ruan Zhan had only removed and altered a small portion of Xiao Xias memories. However, as he was doing so, she very well might have sensed it, thus resulting in serious psychological trauma. Along with the injuries and terror she suffered in Hongqing Town, it led to a high fever that refused to break. She remained unconscious until it became serious enough for her to be hospitalized.

Hopefully she didnt recover her lost memories. Otherwise, she would hate Ruan Zhan, and would also be very sad. Perhaps she subconsciously hadnt wanted to wake up!

I felt like I had a dream. Xiao Xia frowned. But I cant remember what it was about. Something definitely happened, but I just cant recall it. She rubbed her forehead irritably.

She really wanted to recall something. In the depths of her heart, she felt there was something very, very important!

Your mind is too active so your dreams feel very immersive. Its a very slight psychological condition. Wan Li caressed Xiao Xias faint, furrowed brows. You just werent accustomed to the new environment, falling ill the moment you got to Hongqing Town. I ended up having to go bring you back. The hospitals there still cant compare to the ones here.

Hongqing Town? The term flashed through Xiao Xias mind, allowing her to grab a thread of memory. Thats right, I went to promote awareness of the lawsand the last stop was Hongqing Town. Then, I checked into an inn, and then..and then

Xiao Xia thought hard, making Wan Li rather nervous. He trusted Ruan Zhans magic, but if Xiao Xias memories were too ingrained, she might very well overcome it with just her instincts. Fortunately, Xiao Xia finally gave up due to her headache.

Then you suddenly fainted. Wan Li reinforced Xiao Xias thoughts. You terrified Ah Bai. She wasnt able to take you to a hospital, and could only inform me right away.

Ah Bai?

Dont tell me you forgot about Ah Bai? It was best if she did!

However, Xiao Xias reaction didnt go according to Wan Lis wishes. She smiled and said, Of course I remember Ah Bai. Im just a little groggy after waking up. How is she?

Hoho, you should be asking how I am! Wan Li did his best to exaggerate. I encountered something weird no one else would encounter. In the middle of the night, the phone started ringing. Before I could pick up, a womans voice started calling from the phone: Wan LiWan LiWan Li. You would know how it feels if you experience it.

That does seem a little scary. Wan Li had mimicked Ah Bais delicate voice, making Xiao Xia smile involuntarily. This world is too strange to her, you cant blame her! Right, where is Ah Bai? Only then did Xiao Xia think to look around. She saw it was bright and sunny outside the window. She was in an unfamiliar environment, and could tell it was a hospital room at a glance.

The room was for three, but the other two sickbeds were empty.

Is it because she cant come out during the day? Hey, where is my bracelet? Xiao Xia raised her wrist, not seeing the bracelet where Ah Bai hid herself.

She took it, saying she wanted it as a souvenir. In exchange, she gave you this. Wan Li said, taking something out of his pocket.

It was an emerald green string tied around a small stone. The stone was inlaid in a silver border. The string was braided thickly around the stone, almost completely covering it. Yet there were still traces of an extremely beautiful red color peeking out from the ring of green.

The bright green, dazzling red and snowy silver gave it a simplistic beauty, making Xiao Xia immediately love this piece of jewelry. She felt as if she were the natural owner of this stone.

Do you like it? Wan Li was very fond of Xiao Xias happy expression. The stone is from Ah Bai, but I am responsible for making it into this beautiful necklace. I knew this combination of red and green was most suitable for a brat like you!

You were muddled from the fever so you dont remember much. Ill have the doctor come take a look at you in a bit. If there arent any major issues, lets have you checked out of the hospital tomorrow. You can first stay Wan Li wanted Xiao Xia to stay at his place for a while to better take care of her. Yet before he could finish speaking, the door to the room opened and a man barged inside.

Beauty, feeling better? He said lightly.

Xiao Xia was taken aback. She looked up and saw a young man walking over with a smile.

He wasnt as dashing and gentle as Wan Li nor as mysterious and elegant as Ruan Zhan. However, he had delicate features and looked extremely likeable, giving people a good impression at first glance. He wore very stylish casualwear, with red and yellow highlights in his hair. He was holding a big bouquet of roses which he directly handed to Xiao Xia.

For me? Xiao Xia took it instinctively.

Of course. Look at you, all haggard from illness. Yet when paired with these roses, your beauty is immediately multiplied several times.

Xiao Xia couldnt help but laugh. All women liked compliments, and this man sounded exceptionally sincere when he spoke.

But Xiao Xia struggled to recall where she had met such a person, but couldnt think of anything. Who was he? Why did she have no impression of him at all? Had she lost her memories due to her illness? Impossible, she clearly remembered a lot of things!

Oh, Im an admirer of yours. The man said empathetically, My surname is Bao, first name Datong.

He spoke in a learned manner, making Xiao Xia almost burst out laughing. Yet the name rang a bell. Bao Datong, you are Bao Datong!

Thats me. Bao Datong blinked. You know me, Xiao Xia?

Of course, Wan Li told me the story of what happened to you guys.

Bao Datong looked at Wan Li upon hearing Xiao Xias words, but the latter was staring at him with annoyance.

What are you doing here? Wan Li said coldly.

Im here to visit Xiao Xia, of course. Didnt you notice? Bao Datong wanted to stroke Xiao Xias hair as he spoke, but was stopped halfway by Wan Li. Youre calling her Xiao Xia?

Isnt her name Xiao Xia? Why cant I call her that? Bao Datong looked very astonished.

At this point, no matter how dense Xiao Xia was, she could tell something was up with these two. They had gone through a life and death experience together, and Wan Lis kind nature meant he could get along with anyone. But why did he treat Bao Datong so poorly?

Who said you could barge in? Dont you know how to knock? These are basic manners a man should have. Xiao Xia is a girl you know. Wan Li continued to criticize.

Bao Datong had an innocent expression. Arent you a man too? Since you were inside, Xiao Xia wouldnt be in a state where discretion is required. Why cant I just come in?

Can you compare yourself with me? We are long-time friends.

You also call yourselves friends. Before long, I might become best friends with her. Would you say long-time or best is more intimate?

Wan Li sneered and immediately retorted, before Bao Datong fired back. The two argued for a while, one looking annoyed and the other looking foolish. Xiao Xia got more and more of a headache from listening.

UmBao Datong

Heh, just call me Datong.

Ok, Datong. What are your reasons for coming to the city?

Hes here to be a professional swindler!

Im here to start a ghost-busting company!

The two men spoke two different sentences that contained the same meaning.