These weird things are all mine

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Chapter 5: The Difficulty of Salvation (k)

Busy.

This was Luo Ling’s first impression of the “company” headquarters.

The figures coming and going, not daring to stop for a moment, are all awakened people from various offices, gathered at the "company" headquarters, which can be seen from the various tokens they wear.

But...

The tokens of the "company" are all watches, and among them...the ones on Luo Ling and others' hands are the most eye-catching.

Everyone else at least wore mechanical watches, but Luo Ling and her friends all wore cartoon watches. People passing by could tell at a glance that they were from the Wellington office.

There is no way, this token with a clearly different style of painting is really too eye-catching.

"Don't be too embarrassed, Miss Luo Ling."

Cen Xiangyun leaned forward slightly and whispered to Luo Ling, "Our token of love is at least a real watch. There are several more bizarre offices, with tattoos as watches, paper watches... It all depends on the style of the first generation of office managers."

After the first generation of person in charge sets the token, there is no way for the successor to change it even if he wants to. In theory, it is possible, but... the procedures are too cumbersome.

In addition, for company employees who died in strange incidents, if their keepsakes can be preserved, they will be kept in the memorial archives... We can't take them out and exchange them, right?

"...It's indeed quite free." Luo Ling's lips twitched slightly.

From this point of view, at least...the former head of Wellington is still a lovable senior.

Luo Ling had never been to the "company" headquarters before because of some matters, so he was still a little curious. The others were familiar with the place and quickly found the reception area.

Even if it is a rare invitation from the board of directors, the "company" cannot spare personnel to receive them... Because the headquarters involves many problems involving strange events, only awakened people are allowed to come and go.

Some areas even require P8 level or above to enter - basically they all involve "boundary" issues.

Except for Luo Ling and others who are special cases, ordinary awakeners are only allowed to come into contact with power-related things and recognize the "boundaries" and "realms of nothingness" when they are above level eight.

The cognitive impairment unique to this world is actually a protective mechanism. If you rush into it without the corresponding strength, the consequences will be very serious.

Eve is the best example. When she accidentally encounters a "boundary" incident, she must use expensive holy medicine to maintain a clear consciousness.

After receiving the news from the reception, the person who came to greet Luo Ling and the others was Melissa, the secretary of the headquarters board of directors. She was a polite and decent lady, and her meticulous dress had a bit of Victorian old-fashioned and serious style.

You know, this Ms. Melissa's status is not low.

Although nominally a secretary, in reality, the three directors on the board of directors basically never stay at the "company" headquarters and their whereabouts are often unknown.

Therefore, almost all matters related to the directors were communicated and handled by her, and even the invitation to Luo Ling this time was officially issued by her.

It can be said that at headquarters, Melissa represents the board of directors.

The fact that such a person came in person to receive Luo Ling and others was enough to show how much importance the board of directors attached to this invitation.

"I'm sorry, classmates, the board of directors has only invited Miss Luo Ling, so you cannot accompany us." Melissa said softly, bowed to Cen Xiangyun and others, with an apologetic smile on her face.

Even though she refused, Melissa still showed due respect to Cen Xiangyun and others, even though she was far inferior to these low-level employees in terms of both strength and status.

Although the "company" is essentially an awakened organization, the internal structure is not much different from that of an ordinary company, and such a boss is quite rare.

"It's okay, it's okay. We all know what's going on. Just wait outside."

Cen Xiangyun was quite flattered. She knew very well how much power Ms. Melissa held. Even the family elders who were the heads of the office were very respectful when treating Melissa.

Moreover, they had already made this preparation before coming... It was too abstract for several people to go together to meet the three directors. They were just accompanying Luo Ling to the "company" headquarters. Anyway, they had nothing to do during this period of time.

"Thank you for your understanding," Melissa bowed again, then waved politely to Luo Ling, making a welcoming gesture, "Miss Luo Ling, please come in."

"Well, thank you for your help, senior." Luo Ling said.

"Call me classmate, or Melissa. I'm not used to being called senior."

Melissa smiled, diluting the seriousness a bit, "Especially you, Miss Luo Ling. In all my years of service, you are the first person to be summoned by the company's directors as an ordinary person."

"Ordinary people?"

Cen Xiangyun and others were stunned. When did Miss Luo Ling become an ordinary person?

Does it mean that compared to the top management of the "company", one's status is more ordinary?

But if that's the case, it shouldn't be said like this...

Hearing this, Luo Ling's pupils shrank slightly. This Melissa... seemed to be a little unusual and could see through other people's strengths.

That’s right, Luo Ling is indeed an ordinary person now. After she saw her completely transformed into a demon in her consciousness space, she became what she is now when she woke up.

It seems...her transformation into a demon and her normal state have been separated.

However, Luo Ling did not dare to try to use the evil ghost transformation in his current state. Who knows what bad situation will arise? After all, the evil ghost form had just "swallowed" the boundaries of an area not long ago.

Especially since this is the headquarters of the "company"...

"Actually, I can't be considered an ordinary person." Luo Ling said.

"Of course I know about this." Melissa smiled and stopped talking about it. "Let's go, Miss Luo Ling. If we wait a little longer, the directors will be anxious."

"I'll be back as soon as I go."

Luo Ling nodded slightly to everyone and ruffled Elsa's hair before leaving. She had always been aware of Elsa's little emotions, but she didn't quite understand why this little girl was unhappy.

Perhaps, when I have free time, I should give her some life guidance. After all, little Elsa has been lonely since childhood, and she may be lacking in terms of how to deal with people.

However, if Elsa knew what Luo Ling was thinking, she would think that Miss Luo Ling was the one who lacked worldly wisdom...

Under Melissa's guidance, Luo Ling walked through the classical and elegant side of the "company" headquarters. After crossing a certain boundary, the surrounding atmosphere changed instantly.

The busy figures and the slightly noisy environment seemed to disappear in an instant. Luo Ling and Ms. Melissa in front of her fell into the endless darkness. Only silence remained with them for a long time.

"Realm of Nothingness"?

No, it's not...

Although it was very similar, Luo Ling could feel that this was not the "Realm of Nothingness". There might be some relationship between them, but it was definitely not the forbidden place that meant absolute death for all living beings.

The most important thing is that Melissa, who was half a step ahead of Luo Ling, looked calm, without any ripples.

After noticing Luo Ling's slightly doubtful gaze, Melissa turned her head and smiled faintly at her. She raised her wrist and pointed at the glowing token, and said softly,

"There always has to be some special barrier to prevent some little mice who shouldn't be in the heart of the "company" from entering here by mistake."

Even though it is not the Realm of Nothingness, we have tried our best to simulate the environment of the Realm of Nothingness to construct this defensive barrier. Only company employees holding tokens of corresponding levels can enter here without being affected.

However, Luo Ling is one of the few exceptions.

Even the real "Realm of Nothingness" couldn't do anything to her, let alone this fake defensive barrier that imitated the "Realm of Nothingness".

Therefore, Melissa did not let Luo Ling wear the token for visitors because there was no need for it.

After walking for about a few minutes, Melissa suddenly stopped. There seemed to be a more dangerous defensive barrier in front of her.

At the same time, the watch token on her wrist dimmed a little, which meant that her authority was limited to this point and she could not go any further.

"I'm sorry, Miss Luo Ling, I can only accompany you to this point. For the rest of the journey, only P10-level directors or visitors with permission can visit you."

Melissa had a constant professional smile on her face. "However, for you, it seems that there is no such limit. Staying in the "realm of nothingness" for a month and a half and returning safely, this kind of thing... has never happened before."

Melissa emphasized the word "never before".

What she wanted to express was quite obvious.

She is questioning the authenticity of the matter.

Luo Ling knew that many people, including Melissa, did not really believe this matter. After all, it was Fiona's one-sided story from beginning to end, and no one had seen Luo Ling step into the "Realm of Nothingness" and return.

This is still the case even though Luo Ling had already demonstrated corresponding abilities when he entered the "company".

Since the meeting just now, although Melissa spoke in a friendly manner, there was always some strange tone in her voice, including the fact that she brought Luo Ling to this location without giving her the token, which was somewhat tentative.

"Please." Melissa made way for a moment, paused, and asked, "Or, Miss Luo Ling, do you need this thing?"

She took out a bracelet that was shining with light, which should be a token for visitors.

"No need."

Luo Ling nodded slightly, then took a step forward.

Luo Ling didn't feel anything about Melissa's probing and questioning, because it was normal. The incident itself was too shocking and outrageous to be believed.

If Luo Ling died, it would be very likely that she had been to the "realm of nothingness", but if she didn't die...

The possibility of fraud is very high.

Only Luo Ling's relatives and friends and Fiona believed it. Now most of the awakened organizations in the outside world speculated that Luo Ling just found a place at random and came back after staying there for a while.

In fact, because Luo Ling's identity also includes the fortune teller of the "Fate Society", many people suspect that this is just a play directed and performed by the "Fate Society" itself, and the purpose is very likely to target the "Company".

——Melissa is one of those who holds this view.

As for the result of Fiona's commission, not many people actually knew about it, and she would not go around announcing that she had retrieved her daughter's belongings.

"It's still not the Realm of Nothingness, but it has acquired some characteristics..."

Luo Ling sensed the surrounding environment, stretched out her hand slightly, and the darkness passed across her palm.

Well, that natural feeling of comfort is missing.

For others, what might be an insurmountable nightmare and the emptiness and annihilation of absolute death, for Luo Ling it is like returning home. Not only can he come and go freely, he may even have a combat power bonus.

"At least it shows that even if I haven't turned into a demon, the world of nothingness is still harmless to me." Some thoughts arose in Luo Ling's mind.

Other forms, such as "White Witch" and "Purple Pearl" will also be affected.

Putting aside her transformation into a demon, what exactly is her existence?

But soon, as some scattered light appeared in front of him, Luo Ling suppressed the thoughts in his heart and walked towards the direction of the light.

To Luo Ling's surprise, at the end of this desolate and dangerous defensive barrier, there was just a rather ordinary small wooden house. The slight light that came through was the fire from the fireplace in the wooden house.

Standing in front of the wooden house, Luo Ling hesitated for a while before pushing open the door.

In an instant, three pairs of eyes fell on her, filled with curiosity, scrutiny, and indescribable deep meaning.

only...

Is the environment of this wooden house a little too simple for the board of directors that controls the entire "company"?

The whole wooden house is quite ordinary, almost bare, with only a blazing fireplace in the middle bringing a bit of homely warmth.

The three directors were dressed even more strangely. The old man in the middle wore a thick cotton-padded jacket with his hands hidden in his sleeves. He curled up his body slightly and moved the small stool he was sitting on to a position almost close to the fireplace.

The boy standing by the fireplace was wearing an adult suit and tuxedo, which reminded Luo Ling of an old friend "the artist". The only difference was that the artist was a dwarf, while the boy was indeed a boy, even his face looked a little childish.

The last of the three directors was a woman who sat on the only leather sofa that could be called furniture in the cabin.

Although she looked to be in her twenties, she was dressed like an aristocratic old lady and wore a pair of reading glasses with a chain and gold rims, which made her look older.

"Haha, Miss Luo Ling, you're finally here." The old man sitting next to the fireplace moved the bench to make room, "Come on, don't mind it too much, this is how it is here."

Luo Ling walked over awkwardly, not knowing whether to stand or squat, until the woman scolded, "You old bitch, why don't you give me a chair to sit on? Do you want me to sit on the ground?"

"I'll sit, I'll sit..."

The old man just said this cheerfully, gave up his precious little stool, and then sat down on the ground.

"I... can just stand."

What else can Luo Ling say in this situation? You guys should stop playing cosplay. The company is so rich, why not have a luxurious office? Why do you have to torture yourselves like this?

I really can't understand how rich people think.

"We are just a shadow here."

As if he noticed Luo Ling's confusion, the young man explained in an unexpectedly deep voice, like a middle-aged uncle, "Since it's a shadow, it would be better to have more memories. This was the original headquarters when we founded the "company."

"...or did you start from scratch?"

Luo Ling still didn't say this out loud, because she saw that the three directors all looked serious at this moment.

"Luo Ling, you are not an ordinary person, right?" the woman said, "But why can't I see even a trace of 'path' from you?"

"Yes, we have all seen your information. At first it was suspected to be the mysterious Seventh Path, but later it was confirmed to be "Judgment". No matter which situation it is, you should not be like this now."

Luo Ling thought that if you had come to me yesterday, you might have been able to see traces of the path, but now she hasn’t figured out her situation clearly.

"I just used some practical little tricks." Luo Ling said vaguely.