Picked up a handsome man
At the end of Willow Branch Lane, the two vermilion-painted doors of the Ye Mansion were half-open, like a gaping bloody mouth. The copper rings on the doors were covered with green rust. Ruan Yunsheng reached out and touched them, and some copper-green fragments fell down and stuck to her pale fingertips.
“Squeak—”
She pushed gently, and the door hinge groaned like decay.
A stale smell mixed with the earthy smell of rotting leaves hit him in the face. Ruan Yunsheng squinted his eyes. The warm sunlight slanted into the courtyard, but it could not dispel the chill lingering between the beams and pillars.
Ruan Yunsheng stepped on the fallen leaves, making a tiny crackling sound. The sound was amplified in the empty courtyard and came back along the corridor, as if someone was imitating her footsteps not far away.
"Is anyone there?" she asked deliberately in a loud voice.
The only answer she got was a few crows startled from under the eaves, fluttering off into the gray sky and scattering a few black feathers.
It really is a haunted house chosen by God. I just don’t know what happened to the Ye Mansion in the past to make it end up in such a miserable state today.
However, if it is true as the shopkeeper said, there should be many wronged souls wandering around the Ye Mansion. Now, after walking for such a long time, I haven't found anything.
It was clearly the coldest time of the year, but the hall was even colder than the courtyard. The white air Ruan Yunsheng exhaled formed a small vortex in the air and quickly dissipated.
She walked slowly towards the back hall and suddenly stopped when she passed a pillar.
Two figures appeared in the yard at some point.
One black, one white, silent as ghosts.
Bai Wuchang was as tall and thin as a bamboo, his pale robe draped to the ground, untouched by a speck of dust. His eyes were as black as the abyss, with no whites, only endless emptiness that seemed to suck away a person's soul.
Hei Wuchang was short and strong like an iron tower. His pitch-black official uniform was embroidered with dark red underworld patterns. Every step he took was accompanied by the metallic friction sound of chains dragging on the ground.
They stood silently in the yard, with no shadows under their feet. In front of them stood a white-haired old man, who was as thin as a stick and looked like he was at the end of his life.
There is actually a living person!
Ruan Yunsheng was greatly shocked. Wasn't it said that all the people in the Ye Mansion were dead?
"The time has come." Bai Wuchang spoke, his voice seemed to come from far away, hoarse and ethereal, with an inhuman emptiness.
Hei Wuchang snorted coldly, and his chains rattled: "My life span is over, it's time to go on my way."
The night wind suddenly rose, and the dead leaves swirled. The entire Ye Mansion seemed to come alive at this moment, making a low whimper.
——The Black and White Impermanence are here to claim your life.
When they finished their work, Ruan Yunsheng hurried out from the darkness and greeted them warmly, "Please stay, my lords."
The Black and White Impermanence paused and looked at Ruan Yunsheng walking towards them with a clear purpose, a little stunned.
"Can you see us?"
"I was born with the ability to see ghosts and spirits. I took the initiative to ask you a question."
Ruan Yunsheng didn't dare to judge whether the Black and White Impermanence here were as easy to talk to as those in her world, so she could only test it cautiously.
"You ask first." Bai Wuchang gestured.
"Perhaps your Excellency has heard of the Soul of Another World?"
"Another world..."
Hei Wuchang muttered to himself, staring at Ruan Yunsheng for a moment, then suddenly realized something and said with certainty, "You."
Ruan Yunsheng replied calmly, "That's right. After I died in another world, my soul suddenly entered this person's body three days ago. The owner of this body has the same name and appearance as me. I wonder if you could explain this to me, sir?"
Her tone was sincere and eager, her eyes revealed a desire for answers, and her eyes were so pure and innocent that the Black and White Impermanence felt that their own ghostly aura was about to dissipate.
Sincerity is the ultimate weapon. Only by being frank and lowering the other party's vigilance can you get what you want. This is the experience that Ruan Yunsheng has gained through many years of hard work.
“…….”
This was the first time that the two Yin Cha had encountered such an absurd thing. In order to prevent her from seeing the flaw, Bai Wuchang put his hands behind his back and said with a stern look: "I already know about this matter. Let's report it to the King of Hell and then come to you."
After saying that, he glanced at Hei Wuchang, instantly understood what he meant, and prepared to run away by making some hand gestures.
They had just taken office and encountered this incident on their first mission. The boss didn't teach them anything!
"Wait." Ruan Yunsheng quickly stopped the two of them.
Why did she feel that these two ghost messengers were a little unintelligent? But when they were seducing souls just now, they were very powerful. She was not sure and decided to wait and see.
"I still have some questions." Ruan Yunsheng smiled shyly.
In order to maintain their character, the Black and White Impermanence had to stand there with tears in their eyes.
Brother, please think of a solution!
Bai Wuchang twitched the corners of his mouth and looked at Hei Wuchang. The exaggerated expression made his already pale face even more terrified.
Otherwise, call the boss over.
Hei Wuchang's little hand was secretly writing, and the two of them were chatting happily, as if they didn't realize that their identities had been exposed.
Ruan Yunsheng tried to smile, pretending not to notice, and continued to ask the question on her mind: "My Lord, do you know if there is anything in this world that can ward off evil spirits? This Yin-Yang Eye has caused me a lot of trouble. I want to find something to protect myself."
"I know that!"
Hei Wuchang answered without thinking, and Bai Wuchang beside him wanted to slap him. He came to his senses and realized that his behavior was a bit wrong. He cleared his throat guiltily and said, "As long as it's a blessed or spiritual object, it's fine."
Ruan Yunsheng lowered his eyes and thought. It seemed that this banker only had a rare treasure.
"But I come from a poor family, and I'm afraid these things..." She blinked her big watery eyes and looked at them innocently, everything was self-explanatory.
"This, this, this..." The two idiots looked at each other, obviously being fooled.
Hei Wuchang was obviously more kind-hearted. He took out a bronze mirror from his arms and handed it to Ruan Yunsheng, and also winked at Bai Wuchang next to him.
I've paid for it, don't you want to have some?
Adhering to the principle that good brothers should not suffer alone, Bai Wuchang was forced to take out some red thread to ward off evil spirits.
"I have something else to ask..."
"Miss, we still have some unfinished business. Let's talk about it another day." Bai Wuchang spoke quickly. If he didn't leave now, he would be in trouble.
After getting what he wanted, Ruan Yunsheng no longer tried to keep them and watched them leave with a smile.
I hope you don’t see this again. It’s a bad start to encounter such a thing just after taking up the job.
The Black and White Impermanence were crying inside, but they didn't show it on the outside. They made a very arrogant exit and left.
Ruan Yunsheng had just stepped out of the gate of Ye Mansion when he suddenly felt a breeze blowing behind him, carrying a faint scent of pine wood, which was out of tune with this gloomy house.
She turned around alertly, only to see a young man standing at the foot of the stairs. He had a slender figure and wore a moon-white gown, the sleeves of which fluttered in the wind. However... he had no legs.
What a handsome man! Why didn’t I see him just now?
Just based on this appearance, Ruan Yunsheng swore that she would never forget it even if she died.
The man had a handsome face and picturesque features, but his eyes were blank, like a lost fawn, and he was looking at her with his head tilted.
"girl……"
He spoke, his voice as gentle as jade, but with a hint of confusion, "Where is this? Why am I here?"
Ruan Yunsheng narrowed his eyes and looked at him calmly. A ghost with amnesia?
But is death so beautiful?
Ruan Yunsheng was puzzled. She had seen too many people who died in tragic ways. After their souls left the body, they would usually appear in the same appearance they had when they were alive or dead. It was rare for someone like him to look like an ordinary person.
Looking at the other person's cute and adorable appearance, Ruan Yunsheng couldn't help but feel itchy and wanted to poke him. What was going on?
Although she knew that she couldn't touch the soul, she didn't suppress her thoughts. It wasn't too much to satisfy her desire. Such a handsome man was really rare.
However, when he first saw the spirit-like obstruction, Ruan Yunsheng was stunned and confirmed it again.
Living soul!
The soul left the body, but was not taken away by the underworld. Either it was not destined to die, or... someone did it deliberately.
"What's your name?" she asked.
The man frowned and thought for a while, then shook his head: "I don't remember."
Ruan Yunsheng's lips curled slightly.
--interesting.
Suddenly, she sighed deliberately, "Poor little brother, he doesn't even remember who he is."
Hearing this, the man's eyes became more innocent, even with a bit of grievance: "Girl, do you recognize me?"
"Of course I recognize it."
Ruan Yunsheng lied calmly, "You are my distant cousin Ye Li. A few days ago, you fell and injured your head, causing your soul to leave your body. I have been looking for you everywhere."
The man blinked, not quite believing it: "Really?"
"Why would I lie to you?"
Ruan Yunsheng took a step forward and stretched out her hand to lightly hold his arm. Her heart beat inexplicably faster.
"Come home with me."
She softened her voice, but there was a cunning look in her eyes. "I'll tell you slowly."
The man hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded and followed her obediently.
In front of the Ye Mansion, Ruan Yunsheng smiled like a cat that had stolen some fish.
——This idiot is so easy to fool.
She had a very good plan. First, she would keep this man by her side to build a good relationship with him and cultivate their feelings. Then, when she sent him back to the body he came from, his parents would surely be grateful. Then, hehe...
The future husband must be trained from a young age, while he still has time to lose his memory. Ruan Yunsheng said that it is not easy to meet a handsome man, so you have to seize the opportunity.
Ruan Yunsheng led the idiot's soul through several alleys. At this time, the sky was getting dark and the street lights were brightly lit, shining on the man and the ghost.
"cousin,"
The living soul suddenly spoke, his voice hesitant, "Were we... close before?"
Ruan Yunsheng paused and glanced back at him. The man was looking down at his translucent fingers, his brows slightly furrowed, his expression both confused and innocent, like a lost animal.
"Of course I'm close."
She lied calmly, "You love following me and calling me 'cousin' the most."
The living soul blinked, and suddenly revealed a pure smile: "What's your cousin's name?"
"Ruan Yunsheng." She said her real name for some unknown reason.
"Yun Sheng..."
He recited softly, the tip of his tongue gently pressing against the roof of his mouth. The two words were pronounced in an inexplicably lingering manner. Ruan Yunsheng felt a heat in the tip of his ears, and he quickly turned around and continued walking.
Returning to the village house, Ruan Yunsheng pushed open the creaking wooden door, and the living soul floated behind her curiously, looking around - it was really "floating", his toes were three inches off the ground, and the hem of his moon-white gown flowed like water.
"You live here?"
The living soul looked around the simple house, there was no disgust in his tone, only pure curiosity.
"Why, do you think it's shabby?" Ruan Yunsheng raised his eyebrows.
"no."
He quickly shook his head, his eyes sincere enough to soften your heart, "I just think... my cousin should live in a better place."
Ruan Yunsheng's heart trembled inexplicably, and he coughed lightly to cover up his mistake: "Stop talking so smoothly and come in."
The living soul followed him in obediently, but uttered a "Huh" as he crossed the threshold. Ruan Yunsheng turned around and saw him looking down at his waist—a faint shadow of a bronze token with intricate patterns engraved on it.
"What's this?"
Confused, he tried to grab it, but his fingers passed through the shadow.
Ruan Yunsheng narrowed her eyes. It seemed that the future husband she brought back was of extraordinary status.
"Never mind."
She pointed to the bamboo couch in the corner and said, "You sleep there."
"Thank you, cousin!"
He smiled with his eyes curved, and suddenly reached out to pull Ruan Yunsheng's sleeve, but ended up passing his entire hand through her arm.
They were both stunned at the same time.
"I'm sorry, I..."
The living soul quickly retracted its hand, and a faint blush appeared on the tips of its ears. Although it had no physical body, it seemed as if it was shy.
Ruan Yunsheng suddenly felt dry in the mouth. She turned her face away and said in a rough voice, "Go to sleep!"
After blowing out the oil lamp, Ruan Yunsheng lay on the bed in the inner room, but couldn't fall asleep.
The moonlight poured in through the window paper, drawing mottled shadows on the ground. She stared at the spots of light, but her thoughts drifted to the idiot.
Who was he? Why was he in the Ye Residence? Was he an old friend of the Ye Residence? Did he recognize the deceased old man?
Thinking of this, Ruan Yunsheng exclaimed, "Damn it, I forgot to bury the old man. The Black and White Impermanence took his soul away but didn't help with his funeral affairs. I have to do it myself."
Just as he was thinking about it, he suddenly heard a soft cry of pain from a living soul outside. Ruan Yunsheng sat up with a start and walked out quickly.
"How did you—"
"I...I want to see if I can get the teacup..."
The living soul looked up embarrassedly, looking both pitiful and funny.
Ruan Yunsheng was both angry and amused: "What are you drinking tea for in the middle of the night?"
"I heard my cousin tossing and turning and couldn't sleep," he whispered, "I wanted to pour you a cup of calming tea..."
Ruan Yunsheng's heart softened, she sighed and squatted down, and reached out to help him as if possessed by a ghost, but of course her hand was empty. Shenghun looked up at her, and his eyes were exceptionally clear in the moonlight, like two clear springs.
"Go back to sleep," Ruan Yunsheng softened his voice, "Tomorrow... I'll take you somewhere."
"Where are you going?"
"Ye Mansion," Ruan Yunsheng stared into his eyes, "maybe we can help you regain your memory."
Since he appeared there, perhaps he has some connection with the Ye Mansion.
Shenghun was stunned for a moment, then suddenly revealed a warm smile: "Cousin, you are so nice."
Ruan Yunsheng got up in a panic, almost running away. She returned to bed, buried her face in the quilt, her heart pounding like thunder.
Damn, why does this idiot look so good when he smiles?
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