Who Would Normally Visit a Mental Hospital

"Forget it, I'm a bit tired and don't want to wander around. Let's just go straight to the office building to register."

Zhang Yu blinked, looking at the energetic Gu Yan and falling silent for a moment.

"You're an Ability User, and you're tired after just a few steps?"

"Yeah, I just got back from the North Continent and didn't rest well because of the time difference." Gu Yan tried to discern something from the other's eyes.

"Uh, then let's go to the back garden and rest for a bit. There's an artificial lake there, with birds singing and flowers blooming, which is conducive to sleep."

"No need, we can just go register. I'm also very curious about the surprise you mentioned."

A gentle and elegant smile played on his lips, but his tone was firm.

"Alright, alright, you're quite the sensitive guy." Zhang Yu felt a chill down his spine, as if something was behind him.

"Then I'll trouble you to lead the way." Gu Yan calmly shattered the Ice Cones behind Zhang Yu.

If the other party had decided to drop the pretense and attack him, the Ice Cones would have pierced his heart, killing him instantly.

However, it seemed Zhang Yu was genuinely unaware.

Zhang Yu had no idea that his attempt to have a little fun by teasing the newcomer had nearly gotten him killed.

All he knew was that this "Bad Uncle" persona, which he'd used before, had backfired spectacularly.

This shouldn't happen, it shouldn't happen!

As a relatively unique Charm and Speed Dual-Attribute Ability User, he was unparalleled when it came to recruiting newcomers!

How could he not even succeed with a simple invitation?

First, I need to find a chance to run. With this kid's reaction, if anything happens later, he'll definitely use me as a shield.

His sister isn't exactly the reasonable type!

This good show is probably not going to happen.

Although it's a bit unethical to disrupt someone's family harmony, it's just too entertaining!

And it's a beautiful A-Class Mental-Attribute woman and her soon-to-be A-Class Support-Attribute younger brother!

Uncle here, loves a good show the most!

But getting himself involved is another matter entirely.

The two fell silent.

Meanwhile, Gu Li leaned against the wall, lost in thought.

The others dared not speak or even glance around, but their ears were perked up, and they were typing furiously on their phones, communicating through a chat group.

"Who upset her? That aura is terrifying!"

"I heard Gu Li's brother arrived, and she's been waiting here ever since. For quite a while."

"Someone really came! The show is about to begin!"

"How do these siblings look? Our bureau just got another heartthrob!"

Gu Li heard footsteps and her eyes lit up.

Could it be Xiao Yan?

She walked towards the entrance—

Whoosh!

The sound of air tearing reached her ears, and Gu Li narrowly dodged a chop to the neck. "Xiao Yan, what are you doing?"

As Gu Yan approached the area, he had sensed many eyes scanning him, which further solidified his suspicions. Zhang Yu had already found an excuse to leave, and he didn't stop him, as Zhang Yu didn't seem to know the full details, so letting him go was fine.

Then he saw his sister!

Why is my sister here? Could she be in disguise?

The others also turned their heads at this scene, thinking this family had a very unique way of greeting each other!

Seeing Gu Yan's wary gaze, Gu Li knew a misunderstanding had occurred.

I need to calm Xiao Yan down first.

[Ding! Acquired Ability: Cognitive Interference]

There really is something wrong! It can interfere with cognition. No wonder this person looks just like my sister. Has she been affected too?

Gu Yan, who had already gone down the wrong path in his thinking, tensed up, guarding against potential attacks from all directions.

"Xiao Yan, you first..."

Gu Li's words were interrupted. Fearing his mind would be tampered with, Gu Yan kicked out.

As a Mental-Attribute Ability User, his senses were naturally incredibly sharp. Gu Li dodged again.

Bang!

The wall cracked from the kick, startling the onlookers.

Gu Li's expression turned grim. "Xiao Yan, are you done making a scene?"

She didn't mind disciplining a disobedient younger brother!

"Still pretending?"

He'd been seen through but still wasn't giving up? Why was only this one person making a move?

Gu Yan analyzed the situation while remaining on guard.

Honkai Energy surged, washing over Gu Yan's entire body repeatedly.

Why wasn't it working? With the intensity of the Honkai Energy within him, he shouldn't be affected by abilities, so why did this person still look like his sister in his eyes?

Had she disguised herself?

Or was he just overthinking things, and the person before him was indeed his sister?

If he was overthinking, then this place really was the Haishi Ability Bureau, and his sister was here because she was an Ability User too?

Could it be that coincidental!

While these people weren't making a move, Gu Yan pulled out his phone and dialed Gu Li.

Then, the dialing tone and ringing sound occurred simultaneously.

"..."

It seemed he still couldn't confirm, so he hung up.

The dialing tone and ringing sound disappeared simultaneously.

This should be real, right? This couldn't be real, could it!

"...Sis?"

Gu Li just looked at him, remaining silent.

It was over, it seemed he had really made a mistake!

Gu Yan felt the gazes from the shadows piercing his body like needle tips, making him feel utterly ashamed.

That scoundrel Zhang Yu! Why did he have to be such a cryptic person when he had nothing better to do!

"So, this is what you call looking for a job?" Gu Li sat at her desk, listening as Gu Yan explained the whole ordeal. She leaned forward slightly, her tone unreadable.

"Yeah, I didn't know you were an Ability User too. Otherwise, I wouldn't have tried to hide it from you."

Picking up his tea and taking a sip, Gu Yan's expression was calm as he attempted to salvage his image.

His sister's rank wasn't low, and she was beautiful, always surrounded by people. Because of this, many people overheard Gu Yan's internal monologue and burst into laughter.

It's fine, we're in a mental hospital anyway. It is what it is. Who comes here if they're normal... Gu Yan tried to delude himself.

"I won't interfere with your choices. This job is very dangerous, so protect yourself."

Gu Li also wanted him to live under her protection, to be under her command, but the bureau hadn't approved it.

Firstly, having relatives in the same team would interfere with her judgment and decision-making.

Secondly, Gu Yan's rank wasn't low, and he was very capable. He should be used where he was needed, not kept under protection.

The higher-ups had specifically pointed out that Gu Yan should be well-trained and not treated like a mascot.

B-Class Ability Users already possessed the ability to protect a region, while A-Class could disregard most conventional weapons. The Haishi Ability Bureau officially had only four A-Class individuals, making Gu Yan a significant combat force.

Two thousand five hundred kilometers above the surface.

There was no air here, only profound silence, and the blinding sunlight was unimpeded.

It was impossible for life to survive in such a place without protection.

This was the understanding of humanity.

A mechanical giant dragon flew through the azure and blinding light.

On the dragon's back, a woman slept with her eyes closed. Her long hair fluttered, her exquisite face was like an angel's, and her fair swan-like neck was incredibly alluring beneath the veil of her hair. Her ethereal, cloud-like long dress added a touch of divinity to her entire being.

The mechanical dragon and the divine maiden created a scene straight out of a fairy tale.

"Mmm..."

Her eyelashes fluttered slightly as Ji slowly opened her eyes, letting out a contented sound.

She had slept so comfortably.

Her light blue eyes surveyed her surroundings. Morr had been taking her through space, undetected by any satellites.

The fatigue had completely vanished, so it was time to go back.

"Roar!"

Sensing its master's awakening, Morr let out an excited roar. Although the sound couldn't travel, Ji could feel it.

"Let's go. We're going down."

Ji's lips curved upwards, her smile carrying a chilling coldness.

A race of ants, a pathetic resistance, a futile struggle.

Do your best, and let me hear your screams!