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After dinner, although Jiang Jianguo insisted that we stay the night, I declined, claiming I had something to attend to. It wasn't really an excuse; I was just unsure if Yuan Hun was still around in the rental apartment.
Now that I was back, things couldn't be delayed any longer. Jiang Jianguo couldn't persuade me otherwise and sent a driver to take us home.
Of course, it was another familiar face—Shen Tao!
As we were leaving, it was clear that Jiang Hai had already become quite attached to Fo Zhang. He hugged Fo Zhang tightly, refusing to let it go, and looked at me with a pitiful expression.
I could only say, "It's not that Uncle doesn't want Fo Zhang to stay here. We have to respect Fo Zhang's wishes, right? If Fo Zhang wants to stay, then it can. But if Fo Zhang doesn't want to stay, how about Uncle brings it to see you often in the future?"
Fo Zhang glanced at me and then at Jiang Hai. Jiang Hai wouldn’t let go, and Fo Zhang chirped a few times in my direction.
My heart ached; this ungrateful creature had already forgotten me for a new favorite.
"Fo Zhang, don't bully Hai. If you want to find me, just come by yourself. But remember to come at night," I reminded it.
If Fo Zhang wandered outside, it would surely end up being caught and taken to the zoo.
Fo Zhang, showing no loyalty whatsoever, didn't even glance my way and waved its paw at me dismissively.
I awkwardly smiled at Jiang Jianguo. There was a time when he wanted to buy Fo Zhang for me, and I had been so righteous about it. Now, this situation had turned quite ridiculous!
Jiang Jianguo saw me off at the door and watched as I got into the car before heading back inside.
Once we were out of the district, Shen Tao gave me a thumbs-up and said, "Ling Feng, after all these years with Jiang Zong, you're the first person he's sent to the door!"
I humbly replied, "Tao Ge, don’t flatter me. I only saved Hai's life; that's why Jiang Zong looked at me differently. Otherwise, he wouldn't have thought much of who I am—Ling Feng!"
"Is there something going on that you're returning to your rental so late?" Shen Tao asked. "Besides, with that small room of yours, I doubt you two brothers can fit comfortably. How about I book you a twin room for the night?"
Shen Tao's tone was suggestive as he glanced at Ruo Yu's large frame.
I explained, "There is something. Otherwise, I would have stayed at Jiang Zong's place earlier!"
Shen Tao seemed to understand and didn't press further, focusing instead on driving.
Even though it was already around eight or nine in the evening, the neon lights throughout the city illuminated the streets as if it were daytime. Cars continued to flow steadily along the roads, while couples strolled and enjoyed their time together, creating a lively atmosphere.
This city truly never sleeps!
The car came to a stop at the alley entrance. I watched as Shen Tao skillfully reversed and turned around before disappearing into the traffic. I couldn't help but feel envious.
After navigating through the alley filled with flowing sewage, I finally arrived at my rental.
The gate was locked. I took out my key from the Qiankun Bag and unlocked the door. I tried to be as quiet as possible, but just as I turned the key, Zhou Shu's door swung open.
In the dim light stood an elderly figure hunched over. "Who is it?" he called out.
"It's me! Ling Feng!" I shouted back.
"You left without saying a word! Wang from a few floors up was asking about you," Zhou Shu said as he approached me.
I pulled out some cigarettes and alcohol from my Qiankun Bag. "Zhou Shu, this is for you!"
After all, Zhou Shu was the first good person I encountered in H City! He had helped me a lot! Although he didn't bring any fine cigarettes or liquor, it was still a token of my appreciation.
Zhou Shu pushed it away, but he couldn't resist my youthful strength. He eventually accepted it. "Ling Feng, where have you been these past few months? You didn't even leave a message. I haven't touched your place; it's still waiting for you!"
Even though I had been gone for several months, I hadn't canceled the lease, so I still needed to pay the rent. I pulled out a few hundred from my pocket and handed it to Zhou Shu. He stubbornly refused to take it, but I insisted and stuffed it into his pocket.
After some small talk, I said, "Zhou Shu, I'm planning to move out in a few days!"
Zhou Shu didn't seem curious; he just nodded and said, "I knew you wouldn't stay in a place like this for long. What are your plans next?"
"I'm thinking of starting my own business. Once the shop is up and running, I'll invite you over to celebrate!" I replied.
Zhou Shu said, "I'm surprised you still remember this old man. Just let me know when the shop opens!"
As Zhou Shu entered the house, I caught a glimpse of a black-and-white photo frame through the crack of the door.
When I went upstairs, I bumped my head several times due to Ruo Yu's tall stature.
After several months, opening this room again revealed that it was quite clean; Zhou Shu must have tidied it up!
The originally small room felt even more cramped now that Ruo Yu was standing there; it seemed impossible to turn around.
I lit some Rhinoceros Horn Incense in the corner and pressed my palms together to chant a scripture. After a long while, there was no response at all.
I was puzzled but continued chanting for quite some time, still met with silence. Just as the Rhinoceros Horn Incense was about to burn out, I noticed slight changes on the wall near the east side.
My heart tightened involuntarily. When I left, Yuan Hun was already very weak. Just when I was about to give up, Yuan Hun surprisingly sent out a signal.
"If you have any unfinished wishes, just say them! I'll help you move on! Otherwise, I'm afraid your soul will scatter!" I spoke to the wall.
Ruo Yu was used to my behavior and stood vigilantly by my side.
This time, instead of writing on the wall, a weak voice echoed in my mind, "My name is Zhou Yan, the son of Zhou Shu downstairs. You must have guessed that by now. I waited for so long and finally found someone who can hear me. Please help me convey a message to him: I have never hated him!"
And then the voice cut off!
I quickly recited the Heart Sutra. It was time to help him ascend to paradise! It was just one sentence; why delay his rebirth?
I knew there might be a gruesome skeleton trapped within that wall. But who had sealed Zhou Yan in this concrete block?
Only Zhou Shu would know!
I packed my things and tossed them all into the Qiankun Bag, casually grabbing a bag as I headed downstairs.
I originally didn't want to pass on such sorrowful words, but when I quietly placed the key on Zhou Shu's windowsill, the door opened from the inside.
The old wooden door creaked loudly! In the stillness of the early morning, it sounded particularly jarring!
"Did you see him? Has he left?" Zhou Shu's question left me stunned; did he know everything?
I nodded, "Don't worry. I helped him move on; he left peacefully!"
“Thank you, Ling Feng!” Zhou Shu said, his voice barely concealing his exhaustion.
I replied, “Zhou Shu, this is what I should do!”
After a long silence, Zhou Shu said, “Goodbye!” and then turned to close the door.
Ruo Yu looked a bit curious. “That old man is quite strange!”
I nodded and followed Ruo Yu to find a relatively clean inn to stay in.
Although I felt puzzled inside, I couldn't pinpoint what was wrong.
Who would have thought that the next news about Zhou Shu would come from a phone call?
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