I have a ghost diary

Since the other party had apologized, Chu Jiang stopped looking at him and walked towards Chen Yuting, asking her to leave with him.

But just then, Bruce, the head of the delegation, quickly stepped forward and said sincerely, "Mr. Chu, one of the reasons our delegation came here is to meet you. Would you be willing to join this final discussion?"

Chu Jiang waved his hand, "I don't have time right now, and it's no use talking to me. Talk to the research institute."

"The research institute will ask for my opinion before I decide whether to participate."

After saying that, Chu Jiang turned and left, and Chen Yuting quickly followed.

Bruce was somewhat embarrassed by this, but he still went back to discuss it with the people at the research institute.

As for Zhang Yibiao and Yan Wanli, they both returned to the team, and this time they didn't argue again.

Zhang Yibiao was still replaying the battle in his mind.

Yan Wanli was in a similar situation; he realized he had underestimated this man surnamed Zhang. Indeed, those who could become team leaders all possessed unique abilities, far surpassing those of ordinary ghost masters...

On Chu Jiang's side, he wasn't as relaxed as he appeared on the surface.

As mentioned before, Chu Jiang never underestimates any captain, after all, he has never fought against a true high-level ghost master.

However, Chu Jiang had already made a high-profile statement before. If he were to let this go lightly this time and pretend that nothing had happened, then others would think that he was weak and easily bullied.

Therefore, he must remain tough so that others will not dare to provoke him.

Lacking absolute certainty of victory, Chu Jiang employed his strongest tactics from the outset.

Zhang Yibiao was not to be outdone and also went head-to-head with Chu Jiang.

Although Chu Jiang won this time, it was also because Zhang Yibiao was careless and underestimated his opponent, thinking that he was dead.

If both sides are prepared for another life-or-death battle, Chu Jiang might not be able to win as easily as he did before.

As for Mr. Xu's "knowing full well" statement, I'm sorry, Chu Jiang really doesn't know anything about it.

He had almost died just now; the feeling of hovering on the brink of death was unpleasant. It was the power of Chu Zhan within him that pulled him back from the edge of death.

Fortunately, Zhang Yibiao doesn't seem to have the ability to bow a second or even a third time yet. Otherwise, Chu Jiang would have been in great danger, since he was controlled by the other party's eyes for a short period of time.

Of course, if they fought again, Chu Jiang wouldn't have an easy time, but he was confident of winning.

Because Chu Jiang had already tested and discovered the weakness in Zhang Yibiao's ability.

When Zhang Yibiao bows, it seems he has to face someone else.

Otherwise, when Chu Jiang appeared behind him earlier, the first thing he should have done was neither to activate the Ghost Domain nor to use those eyes, but to repeat his old trick and bow to Chu Jiang again.

Now that this weakness has been discovered, as long as Chu Jiang never confronts Zhang Yibiao head-on, the risk of falling into his trap again can be greatly reduced.

Zhang Yibiao himself must have considered this issue. That's why he also has a controlling ghost within him—those scarlet eyes that swarm like bees, parasitizing his body...

After much deliberation, Chu Jiang decided that he should still be wary of this person in the future. Although their feud ended with a battle and an apology from the other party.

But if that guy isn't satisfied, there's a possibility he'll come back to cause trouble again.

Of course, the best way is for Chu Jiang to continue to grow stronger, so that others will naturally not dare to have designs on him anymore, just like Yan Wanli.

.......

While pondering, Chu Jiang and his companion arrived at Expert Chen's office.

As soon as Chu Jiang entered, he saw Chen Yehua stand up with a smile. "Welcome, welcome. I just witnessed your fight with Zhang Yibiao through the surveillance cameras on this floor."

"Although the process was very short, I saw a lot of things that interested me."

Chu Jiang instinctively searched his surroundings, but for a moment, he couldn't find the person anywhere.

"Who are you looking for? Zhang San? He should be..." Chen Yehua raised his right hand, but his fingers began to hesitate.

"Here." Zhang San leaned back in a chair on the right side of the office, his tone somewhat helpless.

However, before he spoke, Chu Jiang and the others would subconsciously ignore him even if their gazes swept over him.

Looking at Zhang San, Chu Jiang suddenly remembered something, "The oil-paper umbrellas at the research institute, could it be that you made them yourself?"

Oiled paper umbrellas have the effect of reducing one's own presence.

Zhang San shook his head slightly, "I don't know how the research institute mass-produces these kinds of items either. I can only guess that the research institute possesses a very special ghost, and that ghost should be from the same system as the ghost on my body."

Upon hearing this, Chu Jiang looked at Expert Chen.

Expert Chen simply shook his head, "Top secret, no comment."

"Alright, sit down and let's talk. You'd like to take a closer look at those sealed artifacts, right?"

Chu Jiang led Chen Yuting over, but Chen Yuting just stood behind him and didn't sit down.

"Yes, especially the last few pages of the table of contents. Only after reading them can I make a better choice."

"There are a few other things I'd like to ask you."

Expert Chen stared at Chu Jiang. "I also want to ask you something. I've read the report you submitted to the vice minister, but it didn't include the part that interests me the most, especially the secret about the ancestral hall."

Chu Jiang replied casually, "It involves personal confidentiality, I have no comment."

This left expert Chen somewhat frustrated. "What do you want to ask?"

"It's simple. Let's start with that delegation. What exactly are they here for?"

This question was also very simple for Chen Yehua, so he answered casually, "That official agency in the United States wants to cooperate with our research institute to wipe out the members of the [Bloody Rose] cult."

"In addition, they also want to resolve the [false god incident] that has been lingering in the country for a long time in one go."

"Didn't you just solve an S-level incident? They couldn't wait to come and learn from you. After all, they're facing a lot of pressure domestically. At least you've proven that human power isn't incapable of solving paranormal events of this level."

Chu Jiang seemed thoughtful. "So how has the research institute responded so far? I heard they've been here for several days."

"Let them drag it out. These guys want to cooperate with us, but they're unwilling to invest anything. Aren't they just trying to get something for nothing?"

"The research institute is already showing a lot of patience by sending some experts and team leaders to deal with them."

"By the way, they insisted on seeing you, so we told them you were too busy to come and report for duty."

"The delegation was originally scheduled to leave by plane after the last meeting today. But now that they've seen you, they probably won't leave so easily."

Chapter 204 Gods of the New Era

So that's how it is. After understanding, Chu Jiang wasn't in a hurry. If the research institute asked him to attend the meeting, he would have to wait until he finished his work.

"Furthermore, when I last came to headquarters, you told me that you knew at least five ways to resolve the resurgence of vengeful spirits."

"But there are two things you didn't mention back then. Now that I'm the team leader, don't I have the authority to know them?"

Expert Chen waved his hand, "After your privileges are upgraded, go and look up the information yourself."

“Alright,” Chu Jiang said, not discouraged. “After the Black Sun’s ghost domain was lifted, Expert Chen, your team should have been among the first to enter Luohe City, right?”

"Did you notice any other ghost masters or other ghosts wandering around the city at that time?"

"No," Chen Yehua replied succinctly.

This puzzled Chu Jiang. Where had Yun Changfeng gone? Had the Day Wanderer gone out of control? Could that guy never turn back into a human again?

In the days since returning to the real world, Chu Jiang has tried calling Yun Changfeng, mainly to discuss the matter of the red embroidered ball.

But no one answered the phone.

Even expert Chen says he's never seen that guy, so Yun Changfeng's whereabouts are truly a mystery...

Putting that aside for the moment, Chu Jiang inquired about Zhang Haoran's condition. After hearing Yan Wanli's account of what happened that day, he had been somewhat worried that Zhang Haoran might be ruined.

"Oh, him?" Expert Chen finally showed some interest.

"Zhang Haoran has given up on dealing with ghosts. After the last S-level incident, he has fully realized his own characteristics as a paranormal insulator."

"So now, apart from cooperating with our research, he is living a normal life."

“I heard he has someone he’s pursuing, and he even told me he wants to get married and have kids. It’s a bit early, but it’s good to have a girlfriend first and cultivate a relationship for a few years.”

Upon hearing this, Chu Jiang's mood immediately turned heavy. "He... I will go see him."

“Don’t worry,” Expert Chen smiled. “Zhang Haoran just realized something. He has always wanted to avenge the people in his school and his classmates.”

"The incident at Luoxi No. 7 Middle School has almost become a demon in his mind."

"But as someone who is immune to the supernatural, his desire to take revenge on ghosts is something that is very difficult to achieve."

"Zhang Haoran isn't completely despondent now; he's just realized his own value. No longer going to the front lines, but cooperating with the research institute is his true destiny."

"If one day the research institute can really decipher the secrets of Zhang Haoran, then not only will he be able to eliminate that Slender Man, he could even benefit all mankind."

Hearing this, Chu Jiang felt a little relieved. After all, they were classmates, and he didn't want to see Zhang Haoran stuck in the pain of the past.

"Tell me about that Dr. Ning. She inexplicably wanted to be in charge of my physical exam. What's going on here?"

"Well," Expert Chen twirled his pen, "I'm not entirely sure either. I only know that she probably has something on her mind about you. Just be careful."

“But Vice Minister Liu said that Expert Ning had already convinced you beforehand…” Chu Jiang still had doubts in his eyes.

“It’s very simple,” Dr. Chen said, spreading his hands. “It’s a trade-off. Although I would love to take charge of your physical examination, she said she would send me a detailed set of data after she finishes the examination.”

"This way, I can get your current physical data and also gain some extra benefits. Why not?"

Chu Jiang was speechless. "You just sold me out like that."

Chen Yehua smiled. "You can refuse, anyway, I'm very curious about your body, especially the changes in your hands."

Chu Jiang thought for a moment, "Do you know what these hands represent?"

Expert Chen looked thoughtful. “I know something. Your hands are very special. They may represent a lineage of a ghost master and be related to a certain belief in the Chu region.”

"But I don't know much about the details."

"Of all the materials in the research institute, only one percent is inaccessible to me. I suspect that one percent contains information about your lineage."

This piqued Chu Jiang's curiosity. "Who can access this content, and where did it come from?"

“I don’t know, but there are indeed some Ghost Masters with lineages within our research institute. However, those guys…” Expert Chen frowned slightly, “How should I put it, they have their own little circle. If I go directly to ask them, they are unlikely to tell me any relevant information.”

Chu Jiang wasn't surprised; Chen Yehua probably thought those guys were no different from "old fogies."

"Please give me a physical examination. Although I have already transplanted the second ghost myself and it is well balanced, I am still a little worried because I haven't had a professional like you examine it."

Seeing Chu Jiang stand up after saying this, Expert Chen was somewhat surprised. "So you're going to reject Ning Miaowei's offer?"