The whole weird world is waiting for me to go to heaven

Chapter 999 Gods and Buddhas Everywhere (Part 3)

"Was it the right thing for us to escape like this?"

Wang Qingguang asked uncertainly, his voice muffled as it came from his collar.

At this moment, Qiao Yu was wearing sunglasses and a mask, so nothing could be seen; Xiao Shu and Qing Guang, who were connected, were wrapped in Old Zhang's large old coat. One of them could only tuck his head into the collar, and the one that was exposed had lively eyes and was obviously Ling Xiao Shu.

Liu Sheng has already undergone surgery, so there is no need for her to pretend.

The scene didn't jump this time.

Perhaps because the thing that hurt Lu Shaoping didn't happen.

“So, we have no choice but to run away!” Ling Xiaoshu said quickly. “Otherwise, we’ll just have to wait for her to devour us and then jump to the next scene. Who knows what the next scene will be like? We can’t control it, and that would be even more troublesome.”

“Xiaoshu is right,” Liu Sheng affirmed.

"But what do we do now?" Qiao Yu asked in a muffled voice. "Even though we've disguised ourselves, it's still a bit strange to see a few kids running around in the street. I reckon it won't be long before Old Zhang notifies the Special Affairs Bureau to come looking for them..."

That's right.

A sense of bewilderment arose in everyone's hearts.

Liu Sheng thought for a moment, then suddenly said, "Let's go find the Special Affairs Bureau."

"what?"

Everyone was stunned, almost stopping in their tracks in surprise.

You just said you were afraid of being contacted by the Special Affairs Bureau, how come you're now offering yourself up?

Liu Sheng, however, remained resolute: "If the Special Affairs Bureau were still the one we know, it might recruit children, do you remember?"

Qiao Yu suddenly realized what Liu Sheng wanted.

"Joining the Special Affairs Bureau was our initial idea, but now that we're disguised as children, it's actually more convenient!"

"Besides, we all have our own abilities, so the Special Affairs Bureau shouldn't refuse to accept us, right?" Liu Sheng chuckled.

Ling Xiaoshu was still unaware of what was going on, but after reviewing the relevant plot points that Liu Sheng recalled, he said with some concern:
"But this Special Affairs Bureau seems a bit strange... they don't look like good people at all!"

“That’s precisely why we must join.” Liu Sheng’s gaze darkened. “Only by going deep into enemy territory can we uncover the truth. Since they can get involved in so many things, they must be inextricably linked to the nature of this world!”

"Furthermore... if the Special Bureau is backed by the Wanfo Temple, and the Wanfo Temple can descend from the sky, it means they already possessed the method to cross that barrier."

"Furthermore, since Wanfo Temple can control the StarNet, it's highly likely they can access the StarNet relay stations. Perhaps we can use this to trace the clues, find the location of Shunfeng Express's branch, and then hack into the server!"

As Liu Sheng spoke, he snapped his fingers.

“That makes sense.” Qiao Yu nodded.

Since that's the case, everyone naturally followed suit.

They ran through the streets and alleys, heading towards the location of the Special Bureau in their memories.

At this time, Yunshan City was different from its later dilapidated and old appearance. Although there were mostly low bungalows, many places were under construction with new buildings. The walls were covered with bright red slogans, such as "Rebuilding our homes is everyone's responsibility," "Contribute to the green mountains and clear waters," and "Actively participating in the reconstruction plan is our due responsibility," and so on.

On some walls, you can still vaguely see some old slogans painted on with paint, but because the words underneath are too bright, they cannot be covered up. You can still make out words like "more births", "for the revival of mankind" and "the continuation of the race". They have been covered by layers of new slogans, leaving only fragmented traces of strokes.

Looking out, the city was not yet surrounded by high walls; the desert plains stretched as far as the eye could see, and dust billowed from the highway under construction in the distance.

There was no electricity in sight; people mostly walked or rode bicycles, and if they needed to transport goods, they used pedicabs or handcarts. Occasionally, you could catch a glimpse of a few young people in "Shunfeng Express" uniforms, carrying or pushing heavy loads as they hurried by.

There were more able-bodied people on the streets than later, probably because they hadn't aged or disappeared yet.

In short, compared to the desolate and apocalyptic scene that followed, there is now an atmosphere of everything waiting to be rebuilt.

Finally, the Special Bureau is in sight.

Instead of the later high-rise buildings, there was a row of mud-brick bungalows, with a long wooden sign hanging at the door, bearing neatly painted characters:
Pingcun Special Events and Anomalies Investigation Bureau.

Why is this Pingcun instead of Yunshan?
Of course, this question was answered when I stepped into the Special Affairs Bureau and saw the people sitting inside.

Because that person was Yunshan.

The reason I recognized him was because he resembled Yunlan in his features. He was about thirty years old, with a dashing and upright posture. He wore a simple Special Bureau uniform, but he exuded the air of a "phoenix rising from the ashes".

Based on this, this time point should be at least twenty years ago, before Yunshan became the city lord, and was just a young investigator from the Special Affairs Bureau.

Perhaps he hadn't yet experienced the corruption of power, nor the coldness and arrogance that would later appear. Seeing a few children suddenly burst in, he paused slightly, then smiled and said:

"Little friend, this is not a place to play. Hurry up and go home, it's getting dark."

Unexpectedly, Liu Sheng raised her head and said, "We're not going home."

"Why don't you go home?" Yunshan's expression turned serious. "This is no joke. Everyone is very busy right now, and you can't just run around everywhere."

Of course, Liu Sheng didn't want to mention that the old lady had become a monster. If she did, the Special Bureau would arrest her, which would cause this instance to fail.

Anyway, she has already left some small tentacles to keep an eye on things, so as not to harm innocent people, and Old Zhang will definitely not let her run around.

So Liu Sheng got straight to the point: "We're thinking of joining the Special Bureau."

These words startled Yunshan.

"Little kid, what are you talking about?"

"I'm not joking!" Liu Sheng said firmly.

Yunshan's gaze swept over her, then fell on Qiao Yu and Ling Xiaoshu behind her, lingering for a moment on Ling Xiaoshu's bulging shoulders as if deep in thought.

"You... all want to join the Special Affairs Bureau?"

“That’s right!” Qiao Yu and Ling Xiaoshu nodded at the same time.

Yunshan frowned: "Do you know what the Special Affairs Bureau does? This isn't some superhero story; it's a serious place where you have to get things done and risk your life!"

However, the children all nodded at the same time, their attitudes surprisingly consistent.

"it is known!"

Yunshan still didn't believe it: "Forget it, you're still children, there's nothing to say—"

"But I heard there's a department that specifically recruits children, is that right?" Liu Sheng pressed.

Yunshan was even more surprised: "Who told you that?"

"You don't need to know how we know, just tell us, is it true or not?"

Yunshan pondered for a moment, then finally nodded: "You're right, there is indeed such a department."

"But don't think it's that easy to get in. Not to mention that once you join the Special Affairs Bureau, it's for life, until death do us part. Do you know how many dangers we face every day?"

It sounds like Yunshan is very sincere and patient.

At this point, the Special Affairs Bureau may still be genuinely serving the people, much like when Liu Sheng founded it.

Meanwhile, the other two investigators in the office came over. Having overheard the conversation, they were filled with curiosity about the young man who had volunteered so readily.

A girl couldn't help but advise, "Little friend, this is not child's play, it's really dangerous."

Another man said, "Yeah, don't think it's so impressive. Every time we go out, it's a life-or-death situation. You can tell this is no joke by looking at the fact that there are only three of us left in this office."

"The main problem is our lack of ability; we simply don't have many methods to deal with those things." The girl's face was pale, as if recalling a terrifying memory. "If only we had those legendary superpowers..."

"Xiao Liu, this kind of ability is one in a million. It's pointless to talk about it; it will only make us feel insecure."

Yunshan interrupted the girl and sternly said to Liu Sheng and the others, "Whose children are you? Call your parents here right now—"

Before he could finish speaking, his gaze was drawn to Liu Sheng's actions. She took off her coat, revealing a blood-soaked sleeve.

The girl immediately covered her mouth and gasped, "Your wound..."

However, in the next instant, her pupils also suddenly dilated.

Because she saw that under Liu Sheng's rolled-up sleeves, a long tentacle was protruding from the wound, wriggling and stretching nimbly and ferociously, as if it contained some strange power.

"Weird!"

The man shouted and raised his hand to draw his gun. However, Yunshan stopped him, saying, "Wait!"

Then I saw a four-year-old child next to me conjure a flower in his palm, which then transformed into a thorny vine.

Everyone stared wide-eyed, unable to believe their eyes.

The ten-year-old child stared at Yunshan's face and said something inexplicable:
"Your son... is already twenty-eight days old. You should be careful about fire recently."

The air froze instantly.

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Yunshan's pupils suddenly contracted, and his breathing became rapid. "How do you know..."

"I figured it out." Qiao Yu shrugged.

What does "fire" mean?

"Just stay away from anything that is associated with fire."

Yunshan's expression turned solemn, which actually meant that Qiao Yu had at least gotten the first part right.

The girl, Xiao Liu, and the man with the gun looked utterly astonished.

"Boss, you really have a second child? Why didn't you mention it?"

"Yes! Why didn't you mention such a joyous occasion?"

Yunshan remained silent for a long time before slowly nodding:

"Yes, I didn't say that."

He looked at Liu Sheng and the others, and said seriously, "I didn't expect..."

"So?" Liu Sheng smiled calmly. "Since we are children with special abilities, can we take them in?"

If so, of course you can.

At this point, the three investigators could also see that this was indeed not a strange occurrence.

Because if it were something supernatural, it wouldn't be so controllable.

These kids wouldn't be so calm.

Of course, further testing is needed to confirm this.

Yunshan remained silent for a long while, then gave the order in a deep voice:
"Lock them up first."

Liu Sheng, Qiao Yu, and Ling Xiaoshu did not resist.

After entering the detention room, Wang Qingguang, who was hiding in his coat, was released.

Wang Qingguang gasped for breath: "Ugh, I was about to suffocate! Does this mean it's a done deal?"

"It'll be soon," Liu Sheng said confidently.

After a while, Xiao Liu brought in four boxed meals and also bandaged Liu Sheng's wounds.

"Actually, your wound looks scary, but it's okay."

She didn't know it was because Liu Sheng had almost fully recovered; after the bandaging was finished, she suddenly spoke:
"You're from the Zhang family, aren't you?"

"They've come looking for us?" Liu Sheng asked.

"Yes."

“You didn’t say we were here.”

Xiao Liu was somewhat surprised by Liu Sheng's intelligence, paused for a moment, and then shook his head: "No."

Liu Sheng understood; it seemed they were interested in their abilities.

"Thank you," she said softly.

Xiao Liu hesitated for a moment, then finally asked, "Why...why did you escape?"

Liu Sheng shook his head and did not answer.

Xiao Liu didn't press further, only saying, "Let's wait and see, the experts are on their way."

After an unknown amount of time, Qingguang had fallen asleep, while Qiaoyu, Liusheng, and Ling Xiaoshu played leaf games with the leaves that Xiaoshu had conjured up to pass the time.

Finally, many footsteps could be heard outside.

Not only were there footsteps, but also wisps of incense smoke, bringing a rich temple atmosphere to the place.

"They're here!" Liu Sheng's heart tightened.

The iron gate creaked open, and an old monk slowly walked in.

Yunshan and the others followed behind, all with expressions of reverence.

The old monk's eyes were cloudy, and he walked very slowly. It was only when he got close that he could make out the appearance of the children.

His gaze lingered for a long time on the extra bald head sticking out from Ling Xiaoshu's shoulder, then fixed on the leaves in the children's hands, occasionally sniffing hard as if trying to smell something.

At this time, the Special Bureau obviously had not yet mastered a certain testing technology, so they could not tell that Wang Qingguang was a superhuman at a glance, like Yunlan later did, and they still had to ask this monk from Wanfo Temple to do it.

The old monk shakily pulled an iron pot from the bag, put it on his head, and then pulled out a handful of electrode metal sheets, handing them to Xiao Liu.
"You, help them put them on, one by one."

First is Ling Xiaoshu.

The electrodes were attached all over his head, but there was no electricity being applied. Yet, the old monk seemed to sense something and kept saying, "This is good, this is good!"

When it was Wang Qingguang's turn, the old monk's snow-white eyebrows twitched:
"This one is good too!"

"It's actually a body with two souls and two superpowers!"

When it came to Qiao Yu.

The old monk was immediately shocked and exclaimed, "This is... the art of cause and effect!"

Then there was Liu Sheng, which was somewhat disappointing. Her superpower was too obvious—she had a hand inside her arm, and this hand could appear in the form of a tentacle.

Compared to the other two or three, this is somewhat ordinary and inferior.

The old monk simply nodded: "Yes, that's right, it's also a superpower."

However, even so, the appearance of three and a half superhumans at the same time still left everyone dumbfounded.

How many incense sticks did the Zhang family's ancestors burn in their past lives?

This superhuman can actually produce one cabbage after another, just like a cabbage?
After confirming that everything was correct, Yunshan was so excited that he kept rubbing his hands together, his face beaming with joy:
"The higher-ups will definitely reward us now! We've discovered three... let's say four prodigies! Xiao Liu, you report them as four!"

Xiao Liu immediately ran off to write the report.

Meanwhile, Yunshan happily shook the old monk's hand, his face beaming with smiles: "Master, thank you so much! We'll send you some supplies later to thank you for coming to appraise our products."

"It's alright." The old monk waved his hand, his expression indifferent. "We're all family anyway, and we're all fighting to rebuild the world, so there's no need to be so polite."

"Yes, yes, Master is so kind, but I can't be so tactless!"

The old monk pondered for a moment, then slowly added, "That's fine too. Wanfo Temple often holds Dharma assemblies to save all sentient beings, and incense offerings are indispensable; the temple is never enough."

"Understood, understood! I'll definitely have someone deliver it later." Yunshan immediately replied.

After some back and forth, the crowd warmly saw the master off.

As he escorted them to the door, Yunshan asked solicitously:

"Master, would you like a car to take you there?"

"No need," the old monk said mysteriously, his hands behind his back. "Walking is also a form of spiritual practice."

"Wonderful! Master, you are truly a master!"

The crowd showered them with praise once again.

(End of this chapter)