Book 8: Chapter 7: Unavoidable Matter

Book 8: Chapter 7: Unavoidable Matter

Wan Li opened the door to the bedroom and saw Ruan Zhan sitting cross-legged on the bed. His face was pale and he was covered in sweat. His brows were tightly knit, and he looked ready to keel over. Wan Li let out a soft sigh. It had been a hundred days since Xiao Xia had fled. They hadnt been able to find any trace of her to this day.

That damn lass was actually that fierce when she lost her temper. She didnt give herself or anyone else the opportunity to fix things. Yet perhaps only a woman like that would be so thorough in both love and hate, so stubborn and pure!

Having known Xiao Xia for so many years, he had never seen her so angry and despairing. She actually held a blade to her own neck, scaring the three of them into backing off. They planned on talking things through once she had calmed down, but she had actually been so decisive she had vanished in the middle of the night. She didnt even bring a change of clothes before leaving, merely bringing a backpack that probably contained her wallet, identifications and debit cards. Yet these things definitely wouldnt keep her afloat for long.

She had also taken the five element talismans Bao Da Tong had drawn for her.

When they found out, he had known she wouldnt be coming back any time soon, if ever! No one understood Xiao Xia better than he did. She might at first feel humiliated and hurt at being disdained and manipulated by the person she loved most. Yet with her kind and innocent nature, she would definitely forgive Ruan Zhan for everything. Yet she still wouldnt return, and might instead hide even more thoroughly. He had once mocked her for being a little ostrich, sticking her head into the sand whenever she encountered something scary or unbearable. It seemed he hadnt been mistaken. She had truly gone into hiding.

The three of them had searched everywhere. They had first gone to the law firm. Director Pan had ended up flipping out, stuffing the resignation letter she had snuck onto his desk in Wan Lis hands. He had said her resignation was not accepted, and she should get the hell back here. Things needed to be discussed in person, and the few words she had written werent worth anything. He had looked after her so carefully, how could she be so irresponsible and just leave as she pleased. Have her come back obediently at once!

Director Pans words told Wan Li that the elder truly cherished that sloppy and careless junior of his. He wasnt biased towards her just because she was his student!

Since they didnt get any information about Xiao Xia from the law firm, he took a business trip and stopped by her hometown. Xiao Xias parents welcomed him warmly, and asked him to watch over their daughter. Her mom kept shooting him furtive glances, like that of a mother-in-law towards her son-in-law. Yet how could he feel any joy. Luckily, he had managed to inconspicuously find out Xiao Xia had made a call, confirming that she was safe and sound. That made him feel a bit of relief.

He couldnt tell her parents that she had gone missing. He knew she loved her family a lot. She definitely wasnt willing to get them involved. Therefore, despite her not being around anymore, he still considerately kept her secrets.

They had searched all the places she might go, and asked around everywhere she might appear. But there wasnt any hint of her. They were currently all out of ideas. Although Xiao Xia was sloppy, she was still a smart person. If she wanted to hide, they wouldnt be able to find her.

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However, Ruan Zhan wasnt willing to give up. He wasnt willing to calmly wait, because he was running out of time. He only had half a year until his Calamity of Threes. He wanted to meet her before he died, see her, and have her no longer be angry at him. Therefore, he searched like mad, leaving the bar completely to Bao Da Tong. He frequently used his space warping spell and telepathy, ignoring his bodys condition until he became ragged.

That was the way of things. The nicer things always hurt the most. Xiao Xia and Ruan Zhan loved each other too much, so they ended up inadvertently hurting each other. Ruan Zhan hurt Xiao Xias heart, and Xiao Xias departure was basically harming Ruan Zhans life.

Wan Li sometimes wondered whether Ruan Zhans calamity had something to do with his feelings. It was a possibility. Many heroes and good men fell to the word emotion, let alone a recluse like Ruan Zhan who had his heart roughly broken into by Xiao Xia! He had always been someone who didnt easily fall in love, but once he loved someone he wouldnt be able to take it back!

Ah Zhan, shes intentionally blocking off her mental connection with you. Spending your mana wildly like this wont help! Wan Li said helplessly. At this rate, even if she returned you would be dead! If that happened, she would also die of grief.

Ruan Zhan heard Wan Lis words and his heart shook. He opened his eyes but remained silent. Wan Li wouldnt understand. He sensed Xiao Xias thoughts every night. Although he couldnt tell where she was, he knew that she missed him. Imagining her all alone in some random little inn twisted his heart in pain. He didnt know whether she had anything to eat. Had she gotten sick? Had she been crying?

This was all his fault! Why hadnt he suppressed and controlled his feelings back in Hongqing Town? He had then used the wrong method to rectify his mistake, causing the situation to be irreparable. If she hated him, he was willing to leave. He wasnt looking to get together with her. He could even endure not seeing her, as long as he knew she was safe and happy. He wouldnt have any regrets. Now that she had left on her own, how could he feel at ease?!

A gust of cold wind swept over, causing Xiao Xia to shiver. She raised herself up and noticed the floor-to-ceiling windows were open. She was a little confused since she seemed to remember them being closed. It was almost November and they were currently in the central regions. The nights were cold, so how could she sleep with the windows open?

After some thought, she decided to turn on the lights and walk over to the window.

She was very careful, but hadnt expected yet another sudden gust of wind. It was as if someone outside was pushing against the window, preventing her from closing it. She instinctively pushed harder, and although she managed to shut the window, the white curtains were swept upwards. As it dropped back down, it wrapped around her neck as though it were alive.

Startled, she reached up to grab it, but it was faster. After wrapping around her neck twice, it suddenly jerked upwards, hanging her by her neck!

The sense of suffocation hit her immediately, letting her experience the feeling of being hanged. She desperately tried to raise her hands but wasnt able to do so at all. In her ears, a womans sinister laughter rang out. Bitch! Ill let you have a taste of my suffering! Try using your magic to hurt me!

Xiao Xia wasnt able to speak. Piercing pain spread from her lungs throughout her body. She could see a shadow above the chandelier in the middle of the room. It swayed, hanged by its own hair. It was the female ghost that was after her. After several days of silence, she had actually followed her here. Xiao Xias pain lasted for only a few seconds when a stream of warmth shot towards her neck, causing the curtains to suddenly release her. She plummeted to the floor!

The hanged ghost didnt expect Xiao Xia to escape, and let out an enraged shriek. She shot over and wrapped her hands around Xiao Xias neck, but the moment she made contact, she was deflected by a yellow flash.

Without stopping to catch her breath, Xiao Xia raised the talisman in her hand and sent a fire spell shooting over! Her mana was lacking but the hanged ghost was caught off guard and the range was short. Therefore, she was quickly forced into a corner by the spell. With a flash of insight, Xiao Xia hurriedly sent out another fire spell, igniting the wall above the female ghost. The fire was weak but temporarily remained in place, trapping her!

Release me, you bitch! She screamed.

Shut up! If you want to get roasted by the Yang energy from a bunch of people rushing in here, you can keep shouting! Xiao Xia rubbed her neck, her anger overcoming her fear. If you call me bitch again, Ill splash a black dogs blood on you. Whats up with you? I never provoked you. Whos really the bitch here?

Her threat really caused the other party to quiet down a little. Only now did Xiao Xia realize that despite the ferocity of this good sis that attacked her, most likely due to being unreconciled with her unjust demise, she probably hadnt been impressive when she was alive. She wasnt actually that hard to handle. Xiao Xia had just been overly terrified previously. She was really useless, not becoming any braver despite having learnt the five elements spell.

The amulet had saved her once again. The reason it hadnt reacted right away was because it had gotten tangled in her shoulder straps as she had tossed around in bed. The increased distance from her heart probably caused its reaction to be delayed!

Why are you always after me? Do I owe you something? Xiao Xia asked angrily.

Its your fault for being together with him. He isnt a good person, so you arent either! The other party struggled, but it seemed Bao Da Tongs talismans were very powerful. She failed to escape and remained curled in the corner.

Xiao Xia froze, He Fu Guis face immediately appearing in her mind. Are you talking about He Fu Gui? Im just working for him. No matter your connection with him, it has nothing to do with me. You should go seek him out. Hes in the presidential suite upstairs! Xiao Xia suggested kindly.

You think I dont want to? That woman said resentfully. He has yakshas guarding him. I cant get close.

So you bully me instead? How capable, picking the soft persimmon to squeeze! Xiao Xia felt the one before here was practically unreasonable. Furious, she completely forgot her fear. Yet she had just spoken when the others words registered.

Yakshas? What are those? Also, just who was this woman?