In the investigation of paranormal events

At home, Jiang Cheng reached out and carefully examined the ring.

"Black Ring..." Jiang Cheng murmured.

Upon closer inspection, the Black Ring resembles an artifact from an ancient civilization; one can only wonder how powerful the civilization forged from it would be.

"Jiang Cheng, the ring you chose is nice!"

"Hehe! I guess so," Jiang Cheng said weakly.

Jiang Cheng chose it instead of the Ghost Bracelet because he was certain that the Black Ring's level was definitely not just C-grade. Jiang's act of placing it in front of him was also a way of giving himself a back door.

Logically speaking, the Black Ring shouldn't be Jiang Cheng's choice, but he still put it on the table based on the regulations.

Aside from its instability, the Black Ring's effects are virtually unbeatable.

Jiang Cheng is currently thinking about how to awaken the Black Ring, but since Jiang hasn't found a way, it's unlikely that Jiang Cheng will be able to do so anytime soon.

But don't worry, there's plenty of time. Jiang Cheng will have many more opportunities in the future.

Another reason Jiang Cheng valued the Black Ring was that its suppression capabilities were very comprehensive. Unlike the Ghost Bracelet, it could suppress all other strange and supernatural entities besides ghosts.

With it, Jiang Cheng can still maintain a stable and suppressive effect when facing some unknown "dangers".

After playing with it for a while, Jiang Cheng finally sighed. In the end, he still couldn't see anything "special" about the black ring.

"Never mind, there's always another day."

Jiang Cheng's primary task now is to absorb the third ghost to enhance his own combat power, at least to have some ability to protect himself.

"Xiao Nian, as ghosts, are there any feelings that humans don't know about?"

"Feelings? What feelings?"

"It's nothing, I just asked casually," Jiang Cheng said, pursing her lips.

"Actually... if I had to say how I feel, I guess I do have some feelings!"

"Does wanting to kill someone count?"

"..."

"Never mind, I won't ask you anymore."

Just then, Chen Ran called, and Jiang Cheng answered it without thinking.

"Jiang Cheng, your life-saving charm has been made. Remember to go and get it."

"Oh, and remember to leave your phone number and name when you get to the antique shop."

"Wasn't it supposed to be a month? So fast?"

"Beep beep!" Before Chen Ran could reply, she had already hung up the phone.

"Damn Chen Ran, you haven't even treated me to hot pot yet!" Jiang Cheng cursed irritably.

Chen Ran spoke too hastily and hung up before Jiang Cheng could even hear what she was saying. By the time she turned back, it was too late.

"Achoo!"

"I hope Jiang Cheng didn't scold me."

Chen Ran rubbed her nose and said softly.

……

Inside the antique shop—

There weren't many guests here, and the atmosphere wasn't lively; frankly, it was even a bit deserted.

Is this how it is every day in an antique shop?

Jiang Cheng went to the front desk and asked the boss.

"No, business will be much better on Sundays."

The boss was lying on a wooden chair as usual, surrounded by wooden teacups, walnuts, and some small items.

"I'm here to pick up the doll."

Upon hearing this, the boss stood up and then carefully examined Jiang Cheng.

"A new face here, is this your first time?"

"No, I'm new here. I've been here once before," Jiang Cheng said.

"Oh, I see."

"So you're a newcomer. That explains why I haven't seen you before. Just call me Old Wang from now on. You'll be coming here often; you'll need this frequently."

"To be honest, I don't even know your name, and you didn't leave any contact information. I had to call you through someone else."

"I'm sorry, I left in too much of a hurry last time."

"My name is Jiang Cheng, and my phone number is 15×××××××××".

"Okay, I've got it."

Then, Old Wang took out a doll from the drawer. The doll looked exactly like Jiang Cheng, or rather, it was a chibi version of Jiang Cheng. It was also very small, only the size of a finger, and was perfect for hanging on the waist.

Old Wang placed the doll on the front desk. At first, the doll remained still, but after a while, its eyes glanced up at Jiang Cheng, but it quickly returned to its original position.

Jiang Cheng was somewhat shocked. She picked it up, and then it actually smiled at her!

"It!" Jiang Cheng exclaimed in surprise.

"Don't worry, although it's alive, it won't move, so you don't need to worry about it running around."

Old Wang reminded him.

Jiang Cheng wasn't worried about that; she was just shocked that the doll could actually move and even had life!

Regardless of the circumstances, it would be unbelievable for a normal person to see a tiny person who looks exactly like them and even has a spirit.

"Wow! So cute! Jiang Cheng! This is practically a miniature version of you!"

Xiao Nian's voice rang in Jiang Cheng's mind once again.

"This is my substitute doll..." Jiang Cheng murmured.

"Remember to keep it on your body and never take it off, otherwise it won't work."

"It can protect you from one death effect; you should know that."

"Don't use it too quickly, otherwise I won't be able to finish it in a short time. If it gets damaged, remember to come back to me for a replacement. Okay, that's all. Let's go."

After giving Jiang Cheng his instructions, Old Wang sat back down on the wooden chair, rocked back and forth, closed his eyes, and looked completely at ease.

Later, Jiang Cheng tied the doll to his waist. Because the model was small, it was generally not noticed by others.

Back home, Jiang Cheng picked up "Little Jiang Cheng" and examined it carefully.

"Jiang Cheng, it's so cute!"

"Indeed, Jiang Cheng, it reminds me of my child."

"Forehead……"

Jiang Cheng was speechless for a moment. Looking at the miniature version of herself, she felt something was off, but she couldn't quite put her finger on why.

Jiang Cheng is now curious about one thing: does every containment expert have this?

So, Chen Ranyu and Xiaoxiao have them too? I'll have to find a chance to see their substitute dolls next time.

Jiang Cheng thought to herself.

Soon, "Little Jiang Cheng" moved, smiled at Jiang Cheng, and then returned to its original state.

"According to Chen Ran, this thing is tied to my fate and will die in my place once."

"Yes, with this, it's like having an extra life. We can be much more efficient in carrying out missions in the future."

It's no wonder that people from other storylines would travel thousands of miles to get here; this item is indeed irreplaceable and can be considered the most practical "life-saving charm."

And most importantly, it can be one for everyone.

Just as Jiang Cheng was marveling at the situation, Jiang made a phone call.

"Why is it Chiang again?"

Left with no other option, Jiang Cheng answered the phone.

"Jiang Cheng, there's a mission that requires your investigation. The location is People's Square on Xing'an Road."

"This incident is codenamed 'Masked Model,' and its classification is tentatively set at Level C."

"Hold on, Jiang, is there no one at headquarters lately?"

Upon hearing Jiang Cheng's question, Jiang simply sighed, "Jiang Cheng, they are B-level containment experts; this is already a C-level incident."

"All right."

"By the way, Jiang, if there are any strange incidents in the future, remember to notify me immediately, even if it's a B-level incident."

Jiang naturally understood Jiang Cheng's meaning and murmured, "Jiang Cheng, I know what you want to do, but..."

Before Jiang could finish speaking, Jiang Cheng hung up the phone and then got up and headed to the large shopping mall.