After returning to the courtyard, life seemed to return to its previous rhythm.
Zhang Shaozhong continued to manage the live stream, occasionally taking on small orders, while also diligently "idling" in his cultivation, adapting to the growing chaotic energy within his body.
Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier also cultivated separately. One was researching her modern version of feng shui formations (no longer touching electricity), while the other was consolidating her recovered demonic energy. They occasionally bickered with each other, but under Zhang Shaozhong's family rule of "internal unity," they maintained a superficial peace.
That afternoon, Zhang Shaozhong's phone rang. He looked at it and saw that it was Mo Huaiyuan calling.
"Mr. Mo?" Zhang Shaozhong answered the phone.
"Young Master Zhang, I apologize for disturbing you."
Mo Huaiyuan's voice sounded somewhat serious, even with a hint of urgency, "I wonder if the three of you are available now? I have a very troublesome matter that I would like to ask for your help with."
Zhang Shaozhong's heart skipped a beat. For Mo Huaiyuan to use the word "extremely troublesome," it was probably no ordinary feng shui problem. "Please go ahead."
"It's not convenient to discuss this in detail over the phone."
Mo Huaiyuan lowered his voice, "It's about Ms. Li, the only daughter of Deputy Secretary Li of this city. She... she recently contracted a strange illness. The hospital can't find anything wrong, but she just stays in a coma and occasionally talks nonsense, saying very strange things."
The Li family consulted many renowned doctors and experts, but all were helpless. I was asked by a friend to examine the patient, and I felt… it didn't seem like a common illness. The patient's condition was chaotic, suggesting external pathogenic invasion, yet it was quite strange. My abilities are limited, and I cannot determine the cause.”
He paused, his tone becoming even more serious: "Moreover, I have a vague feeling that there might be more to this than meets the eye. Deputy Secretary Li is currently leading an important investment project, and his competitor... has a rather complicated background. I'm worried that someone might have sabotaged Ms. Li's affair."
After listening, Zhang Shaozhong's expression also became serious.
It involves high-ranking leaders in the city, as well as potential power struggles and underhanded tactics, so this is a very complicated situation!
Extremely risky!
But he also keenly sensed that this was also an opportunity!
If we can solve the "difficult problems" encountered by people at this level, then the reputation of the "Immortal Demon Agency" and the resources it can access will be elevated to a whole new level!
This will undoubtedly be of great help to their goals of "making money" and "finding their way home"!
“I understand, Mr. Mo.”
Zhang Shaozhong pondered for a moment and said, "We need to discuss it and will get back to you later."
After hanging up the phone, Zhang Shaozhong immediately explained the situation to Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier.
Upon hearing this, Ye Meier's eyes lit up: "Oh? An official's daughter is possessed by an evil spirit? Or perhaps she was attacked by someone? Interesting! I'll take this job! I've been wanting a chance to stretch my muscles! I'll also see which fool dares to run wild on my turf!"
She has clearly already made this place her sphere of influence.
Ling Qingxue, however, was more cautious. She frowned slightly and said, "Involving powerful figures in this realm carries a heavy karmic burden, so we must be careful. We need to see the woman in person first and identify the root cause of her symptoms before we can make a decision."
Zhang Shao nodded: "The fairy is right. Risks and opportunities coexist. But if we can resolve this, it will be very beneficial to our subsequent plans. I think we can go and take a look, and act accordingly."
He looked at the two bigwigs: "If the situation becomes too dangerous, or if it involves forces we can't fight, we'll retreat immediately and not get entangled. Safety first!"
"Alright! Got it! Call Lao Mo back now!"
Night Enchantress couldn't wait any longer.
Zhang Shaozhong then called Mo Huaiyuan back, saying that they were willing to go and check, but could not guarantee that they could solve the problem.
Mo Huaiyuan was overjoyed upon hearing this and quickly expressed his understanding. He also arranged to personally pick them up that evening and take them to Deputy Secretary Li's residence, which would be more low-key.
At eight o'clock in the evening, Mo Huaiyuan drove an inconspicuous black car to the courtyard.
After picking up Zhang Shaozhong and his two companions, the car headed towards a well-known, heavily guarded upscale residential area in the city.
On the way, Mo Huaiyuan explained the situation in more detail.
Deputy Secretary Li is a fairly upright person. His daughter, Li Yue, is a freshman in college this year. She is usually well-behaved and sensible, but she suddenly fell ill and is now bedridden. The Li family is now shrouded in gloom.
After passing through strict access control, the car drove into a quiet little building.
A middle-aged secretary, dressed simply but with sharp eyes, was already waiting at the door; he was clearly a confidant of Deputy Secretary Li.
"Mr. Mo, you've arrived."
The secretary came forward, her gaze quickly sweeping over Zhang Shaozhong and the other two. When she saw Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier, a hint of undisguised amazement and surprise flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her professionalism and caution. "These three are the experts you invited? Secretary Li is already waiting inside."
Led by the secretary, the group entered the elegantly decorated yet dignified living room.
A middle-aged man wearing gold-rimmed glasses, with a refined appearance but unable to hide his haggardness and exhaustion, immediately stood up. It was Deputy Secretary Li.
Sitting next to him was a gentle-looking middle-aged woman who kept wiping away tears; she was the wife of Deputy Secretary Li.
Huaiyuan, you've come!
Deputy Secretary Li stepped forward and shook Mo Huaiyuan's hand, his voice slightly hoarse. Then, he looked expectantly at Zhang Shaozhong and the other two, "These three are..."
"Secretary Li, Madam Li, this is Teacher Ling Qingxue, this is Ms. Ye Meier, and this is young friend Zhang Shaozhong."
Mo Huaiyuan quickly introduced, "The three of you have made significant achievements in... certain specialized fields."
Secretary Li looked at the excessively young Zhang Shaozhong, and the stunningly beautiful Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes. However, out of trust in Mo Huaiyuan and desperation, he still politely invited them to sit down.
“Teacher Ling, Ms. Ye, Mr. Zhang,” Secretary Li said gravely, “Huaiyuan has already told you about my daughter’s condition. We really have no other choice, so we… we’re desperate and trying anything. We’re willing to try anything, as long as there’s a glimmer of hope! We’re begging you three!”
Madam Li, her eyes red, nodded repeatedly.
Ling Qingxue nodded slightly: "Let us see your daughter first."
Led by Secretary Li and his wife, the group arrived at a cozy bedroom on the second floor.
A pale-faced young girl with her eyes closed lay quietly on the bed, her breathing weak; it was Li Yue.
Almost the instant they stepped into the room, Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier's eyes narrowed simultaneously!
Zhang Shaozhong also felt the chaotic energy within his body stir slightly, as if he sensed something discordant.
Ling Qingxue walked to the bedside, stretched out her slender fingers, and gently pressed them against Li Yue's forehead, closing her eyes to sense her presence.
Ye Meier stood to the side, her alluring eyes sharp as an eagle's, carefully scanning every corner of the room, especially Li Yue.
A moment later, Ling Qingxue opened her eyes and exchanged a glance with Ye Meier.
"How is it?" Secretary Li asked nervously.
Ling Qingxue looked at Secretary Li and said in a cool but firm tone, "Your daughter is not ill."
She paused, then uttered the conclusion that made Secretary Li and his wife's expressions change drastically:
"Her soul was imprisoned by someone using evil magic."
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