Unusual Fate Records

Chapter 286.016. Murderous Intent

"Her condition was very bad. It is said that when she was taken to the hospital, she had severe burns all over her body, multiple fractures, and signs of violent struggle, possibly indicating that she had fought with the assailant."

Qingli seemed to know what Jin Ziyue wanted to ask, and told him what he knew as soon as they went out.

Jin Ziyue turned around and glanced at Chen Ruolan, then lowered his head and remained silent.

"At least you survived. As long as you survived, everything else is negotiable," Qingli comforted him.

"Teacher, do you know who brought her to the hospital?"

"According to the nurse on duty, it was a boy. He seemed to have been injured as well, but he insisted on leaving. The scene was quite chaotic at the time, and he couldn't be found afterward."

Jin Ziyue felt a chill run down his spine; he probably knew who it was.

"Do you want to investigate? I think you should spend more time with Ruolan right now," Qingli suggested.

A strange thought arose in Jin Ziyue's mind. No wonder the teacher had given so many instructions; it seemed there had been a misunderstanding.

“We’re not in that kind of relationship.” Jin Ziyue touched his nose.

"I see." Qingli chuckled dryly. "Sorry. I was going to ask you what you're going to do next."

"Next?"

"Well, Ruolan was raised by a single mother, and now her mother has passed away, leaving her all alone. Life must be very difficult for her. I went to university in District 16, and now there's a study abroad opportunity at my alma mater with a generous scholarship. I'd like her to try it, at least to help her get through these years of university. We need to ask her opinion first."

"16th ward?" Jin Ziyue was wary, but still looked puzzled. He asked, "Which university is it? Is it in Kyoto?"

Qingli explained, "The two major capital cities are too bustling. My alma mater is in a relatively quiet rural area. I wanted to give her a change of environment and a change of mood."

Jin Ziyue was silent for a while. He seemed to know why the future Chen Ruolan would appear in District 16. After thinking things through, he replied, "Let's wait for her to wake up and then ask for her opinion. We all support her decision."

"Given the current situation, it's probably difficult for her to make a decision. She was in a very bad mental state just now, and she couldn't answer any of the questions the criminal investigators asked," Qingli said with a wry smile.

"The doctor said that the child had suffered too much trauma. When I first saw her, her pupils were unfocused, and she looked like she had lost her soul. She looked like a doll."

Jin Ziyue remained silent.

"Spend more time with her, try to help her get out of the shadows as soon as possible, after all, her life has just begun." Qingli sighed softly as she looked at the girl sleeping on the hospital bed.

"Yes, I will." Jin Ziyue thought of Fu Qin and wanted to ask her if she had time to take care of Chen Ruolan.

"Teacher, could you please look after Ruolan for a while? I'll go contact other friends." Jin Ziyue said apologetically as he turned to leave, bowing slightly. "Thank you for your trouble, teacher."

"It's my job."

……

Jin Ziyue contacted Fu Qin and then walked down the street.

Yan Wuxun's phone is unreachable.

I can't get through to Kou Dou on the phone.

They've probably run into trouble too.

The inscription "Tracing the Origin" still held true, and Jin Ziyue was eager to know what had happened. Yan Wuxun was probably present when Chen Ruolan had her accident.

His face was grave as he strode out. The continuous busy signals on his phone made him realize that someone had probably really targeted them.

Who caused the tragedy in the apartment building?

I clearly left with Jin Jun not long ago, could it be the NA organization?
His eyes were like a cold pool, and his knuckles were clenched tightly.

Why didn't I discover the organization's existence back then?

The fact that an organization that caters to both humans and White Walkers could still thrive speaks volumes about the power and resources of the mastermind behind it all.

If they can keep an eye on Ruolan, then they've probably come into their sights as well.

Jin Ziyue understood the situation perfectly, but he was more worried about his companions. They hadn't matured yet; Fu Xun was still a 14-year-old boy, and Douzi hadn't lost his wisdom yet...

and many more!

Jin Ziyue's eyes narrowed, and the memories in his mind became clearer.

Bean...lost consciousness...

It was around this time period. However, because I was at boarding school, I didn't realize it until a week later, and by then it was too late.

He had a bad feeling that something had happened to all three of them, something must have happened to them, but Yan Wuxun later stopped talking about it.

It was after this incident that Yan Wuxun never inquired about Chen Ruolan again, and lived the rest of his life in despair until Jin Ziyue got into trouble. Only then did he take off his chef's hat and travel a long distance to District 16 with Douzi.

If we can find the root cause of the incident, perhaps we can help Yan Wuxun overcome his inner demons.

As Jin Ziyue was thinking, a chill suddenly ran down his spine, his pupils contracted, and he instantly became alert.

He quickly composed himself, slowed his pace, and listened to the hostility carried on the wind.

It wasn't a passerby. He glanced at the people around him; they posed no threat, but a chilling killing intent lingered on his back.

Realizing he was now empty-handed, he calmly turned the corner and went into the convenience store, selecting the best quality stainless steel fruit knife, bottle opener, two bottles of high-proof Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor), lighter, and other items.

Only inside the store did the ever-present murderous intent lessen, indicating that the other party's surveillance was not that strong.

When the store's automatic doors opened, the murderous intent became clear again.

Jin Ziyue is an assassin himself. Assassins have a keen sense of smell and adhere to the principle of "better to believe the wrong thing than to overlook it."

He turned into a less crowded park, where the trees were lush and the people were most active in the morning and evening.

It's a pity he hasn't activated his Destiny Sense yet; otherwise, he could have used the fluctuations in Destiny Words to pinpoint the other party's location.

Jin Ziyue paused in his steps.

It seems we don't need it for the time being.

……

Before him stood a woman with long, flowing hair, her pale green hair slightly curled at the ends, and her bright red lips reflecting light.

"Hello," the woman said, squinting slightly as she waved to him in a friendly manner.

The other person was speaking Mandarin.

"People from the NA organization?" Jin Ziyue's expression was cold.

"What an impolite little brother! Shouldn't you say 'Hello, sister' first when greeting such a beautiful older sister?" The woman was slightly annoyed, her almond-shaped eyebrows raised, which added to her beauty.

"Answer me." Jin Ziyue's expression remained unchanged.

"Don't be angry, my dear brother, okay? I'll do what I say, alright?" Her tone seemed to soften, but she quickly regained her spirits. "I am Ming, the super beauty of the NA organization!"

As she spoke, she struck a peace sign pose and winked playfully at Jin Ziyue.

"Now I've introduced myself, what about you?" She blinked her eyes, seemingly expectant, her pretty face full of curiosity.

Jin Ziyue opened his mouth as if to speak: "My name is..."

Suddenly, he leaped forward like a gust of black wind, instantly pouncing on the woman and getting close to her while she remained excited.

The woman's expression turned to astonishment. She opened her mouth but couldn't speak. Looking down, she saw a glint of cold light. The hilt of the knife was driven deeper than her body. When she looked up again, she saw her own astonished reflection in the bottom of the cold pool in the face of the young man before her.

"Jin Ziyue".

He replied as follows.

My drafts are almost finished...

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