An Unpleasant Conversation

Yang Jian wasn't interested in other supernatural events. He had finally returned to Dachang City and planned to rest for a while and live a more peaceful life.

But the Ghost Knocking incident is different.

This paranormal event had always been a source of unease for him.

It wasn't just because he almost died in the "Ghost Knocking" incident back in No. 7 Middle School, but because after some investigation, he suspected that the old ghost in the "Ghost Knocking" incident was a vengeful spirit that resurrected after the death of Ghost Tamer from the Republican Era, and that it carried something that could reveal past secrets.

Yang Jian was very curious and wanted to uncover this secret, which is why he paid close attention.

However, the Ghost Knocking incident is a paranormal event that occurred a long time ago, about half a year ago. The fact that this paranormal event has not been resolved in the past six months speaks volumes.

"I'm afraid the current Ghost Knocking incident is already very close to an S-class paranormal event. The level of danger may not be as high as the Starvation Ghost Incident or the Ghost Painting Incident, but it's not much different." Yang Jian's eyes flickered slightly as he analyzed the situation clearly in his mind.

Despite losing an arm, Wang Xin didn't blame Yang Jian for his cruel actions, because he wasn't qualified. After all, meeting someone like that meant being prepared to be killed.

Without the courage and determination to die, how could one dare to take this journey?

Wang Xin suddenly stood up, then knelt before Yang Jian, his head hitting the ground. "On behalf of our Headquarters, I sincerely hope that we can receive Yang Jian help in this Ghost Knocking incident, even just a little bit of information support. Please."

As soon as he knelt, his seven or eight subordinates in black suits behind him also knelt down, their heads pressed firmly to the ground, not daring to raise them.

Yang Jian sat on the sofa, his face completely calm as he watched these people kneeling before him. He seemed unmoved, but inwardly he was thinking and calculating.

Should we participate in the Ghost Knocking incident?

Of course, this wasn't to help them, but because he would have to deal with the Ghost Knocking incident sooner or later. This was just a good opportunity because he could take advantage of the situation to make a quick buck from these people. The most important point was that he was still under the protection of the ghost cabinet.

Although there are only two days left, if we want to take action, a direct flight to Kobe City, the island nation, will only take a few hours.

In today's globalized world, distance is no longer a problem.

"You want to get important information about the Ghost Knocking incident from me?"

Yang Jian suddenly sneered, "Your preparations are quite good. I have a very clear understanding of the investigation, including my previous involvement in the Ghost Knocking incident. But I risked my life to obtain this kind of information, so why should I just give it to you for nothing?"

"Captain Yang, you can name a price. We will definitely not refuse as long as it is within our capabilities." Wang Xin, still kneeling on the ground, raised his head slightly and asked with a tense expression.

Yang Jian touched the fruit knife he hadn't put down yet, thought for a moment, and said, "I'm not one to ask for an exorbitant price. After all, solving a paranormal event is a good thing for the whole world. That ghostly thing might come back to China again at any time. How about this, add a piece of ghost porcelain, and I'll sell you the information about the Ghost Knocking incident."

"This, this condition is really impossible to meet. We are willing to inject 1.5 billion into your company, Captain Yang. What do you think?" Wang Xin said.

He exchanged the supernatural items for money and increased the stakes.

Yang Jian's gaze turned cold. "If you invest in my company, does that mean I have to give you shares? Besides, money isn't very useful to me anymore. You really like to take advantage of people. You're all kneeling on the ground like a coward, but you're very ruthless when negotiating. You have no sincerity at all and are only thinking about taking advantage."

"I'm really sorry, that's not what I meant. I just thought that Captain Yang's company is relatively new and currently lacks funds. Moreover, as the team leader, I have no authority to make decisions regarding Gui Ci, so I really cannot meet Captain Yang's requirements. As for the shares, I have never had such a thought."

Wang Xin looked terrified and slammed his head hard on the ground again.

"Captain Yang, he's testing you. Don't be fooled by their behavior," Zhang Hua whispered from the side.

Yang Jian remained calm. "I know they're watching my reaction. They probably think I'm young and easy to fool. Their words are full of tricks, but these little schemes are nothing special. Just like that Wang Ye, he played a little trick and ended up losing his life."

"That's how ordinary people are. They never know to have enough respect for people like me. After all, they deal not only with people, but also with ghosts. Perhaps some people have already disregarded life and death, coming here with the determination to die, but they never thought that their death would involve many things. It's not that everything will be fine just because they die."

He didn't lower his voice; he deliberately spoke so that Wang Xin could hear.

Wang Xin, kneeling on the ground, stiffened, feeling a great unease.

"Let's end our conversation here. I've seen your sincerity, and I hope you can resolve this 'Ghost Knocking' incident as soon as possible. You can leave now." Yang Jian didn't waste any more words and began to urge them on.

He also needs time to consider whether or not he should get involved in this Ghost Knocking incident.

This can also put some pressure on them.

If they act too eager, who knows what tricks they might pull.

"Captain Yang." Wang Xin was getting anxious. He had come with a mission, but now that the mission had been botched, he would have a hard time explaining himself when he returned.

Yang Jian interrupted him, "Stop talking. I don't want to talk to you anymore today. If you don't leave, I don't mind throwing you all off the building. If you still want to talk, remember to come with sincerity next time, instead of with a heart full of ulterior motives."

After he finished speaking, one of his Ghost Eye stared intently at them.

If Wang Xin and the others don't leave, Yang Jian really will abandon them all.

You can't be too easy to talk to these kinds of people.

"Yes, I apologize for disturbing you today. I will visit you another day." Wang Xin's expression was not good. He slowly stood up and bowed deeply to Yang Jian.

Yang Jian waved his hand impatiently, saying, "Your subordinate doesn't seem to listen to me. He looked like he drew a gun on me just now. I don't want to see him again."

"Yes, as Captain Yang wishes." Wang Xin gritted his teeth and glared fiercely at his subordinate.

To disrespect one's superior is a grave act of disrespect.

Making such a rude move on such an important occasion is unforgivable under any circumstances, especially since it could potentially ruin the entire event.

"Goodbye, Captain Yang."

Wang Xin retreated to the doorway, bowed deeply again, closed the door, and then turned to leave.

Not long after leaving the building, Wang Xin stopped, his face suddenly turning fierce. He turned around and slapped his subordinate hard across the face.

"Smack."

The subordinate felt dizzy and almost slapped the ground, but quickly steadied himself, lowered his head, and remained silent.

"You bastard, pulling out a gun in front of Yang Jian? Are you trying to kill everyone? For someone like him, guns are just toys. Have you forgotten what I taught you?" Wang Xin slapped him hard again.

The subordinate, with blood trickling from the corner of his mouth and his face swollen, stood ramrod straight, head bowed, saying, "I'm so sorry to have caused the team leader so much trouble."

Wang Xin, his face full of anger, turned and walked forward again.

His subordinates hurriedly followed.

But after walking a short distance, Wang Xin stopped again, and at the same time, his subordinates following closely behind him also stopped immediately.

"Yang Jian just said he didn't want to see you again. You should know what to do when you get back. Don't disappoint me again. I will take care of your family," Wang Xin said with a gloomy face.

"Yes, yes," the subordinate replied, his body trembling and his face pale.

Everyone else remained silent. No one felt there was anything wrong with it; they just thought it was to be expected. After all, this colleague had caused trouble for everyone and even indirectly led to the failure of this negotiation, which also made it necessary to increase the bargaining chips in future contacts with Yang Jian.

"Bastard, bastard!"

Wang Xin finally couldn't help but leave, cursing and swearing. His fierce appearance was completely different from his humble and smiling demeanor in the building earlier.

At the same time.

Yang Jian stared thoughtfully at the file on the table about the Ghost Knocking the door.

Seeing this, Zhang Hua reminded him, "Although I know you almost died in that paranormal event, Captain Yang, please don't get angry about it. Some things require calm reflection. Wang Xin and the others' actions didn't have any other purpose; they simply wanted to find a way to resolve this paranormal event."

"As the person with the most authority to speak on this matter, you will naturally be visited. Therefore, I suggest that you think about it, Captain Yang. If possible, giving them that intelligence data would not be a bad idea."

"As you said before, it would be bad if this paranormal event spread from there to China, especially during this special period."

Zhang Hua knew that Headquarters was busy dealing with the Ghost Painting Incident and that the Captain Plan was not going smoothly. If another large-scale supernatural incident like this occurred in the country, it would only make matters worse.

Therefore, he suggested that Yang Jian help Wang Xin's side while relieving the pressure on this side.

Zhang Hua believed that Headquarters would agree to his approach, since some things had to be considered from a broader perspective.

"You're right, but these people may seem to be asking for favors, but they're actually up to no good. I have a very bad impression of them," Yang Jian. "Of course, personal emotions can influence a person's judgment, but I've always been very clear-headed."

"So, Captain Yang, you did this on purpose?" Zhang Hua said in a deep voice, "Why would you do that? We could have continued talking."

Yang Jian called out, "You can come out now. Zhang Liqin, help me tidy up the food cart."

"Have you finished talking?" Jiang Yan cautiously peeked out, looking around.

Because she was in a safe house, she had no idea what was happening outside.

"They're still talking, but those people are gone, and there's nothing else going on," Yang Jian said, pointing to the table. "Put this safe in the safe house."

"Okay." Jiang Yan chuckled, then walked over and took the safe containing the ghost porcelain away.

Zhang Liqin was responsible for clearing away the tableware and cleaning up.

"By the way, Jiang Yan, how's your Japanese?" Yang Jian suddenly asked.

Jiang Yan, shamelessly, said, "Not bad, I've been studying, so what?"

"Say a few words to us."

"Sigu Yi, Yidai Naiyi, Yamie," Jiang Yan frowned and said seriously.

Yang Jian waved his hand and said, "Alright, alright, I can do what you're saying too. You're a college student, and your level is even worse than Zhang Wei's. At least Zhang Wei knows how many floors a bag of rice needs to be carried up."

"Also, did you tamper with Zhang Wei's computer again?"

"No, absolutely not, I swear," Jiang Yan, her face slightly flushed, raising her hand to swear.

Zhang Liqin smiled to the side but did not expose it.

Zhang Hua looked at the two people without saying a word. He had already reviewed all their files and records, and there were no problems with either Zhang Liqin's or Jiang Yan's information. Working here was just Yang Jian's personal decision, which was a private matter, and he wouldn't interfere. He was usually quite polite to them.

"Captain Yang, let's continue with our previous topic."

Yang Jian, "Don't worry too much. They'll come looking for me again. They're probably more anxious than I am right now. Besides, can't I earn some extra money? My whole family needs to live."

"I didn't expect Captain Yang already had a plan; it seems I've been too talkative," Zhang Hua said with a self-deprecating laugh.

Yang Jian seems to be more composed than I imagined, and not as impulsive as I thought.

"However, we still need to be careful about the Ghost Painting Incident. Zhang Hua, you should keep a close eye on it. If the Ghost Painting Incident is not resolved, the ghost painting may move. I don't want that thing to suddenly appear in Dachang City," Yang Jian added.

"I've been asking my colleagues to keep an eye out for this, and they'll definitely notify Captain Yang as soon as there's any news."

Yang Jian nodded and said, "That's good. Since there's nothing else, you can go ahead and get back to work."

"Okay, I'm in my office downstairs. If you need anything, Captain Yang, you can come downstairs to find me. I'm always here, and if I'm not, my colleagues will definitely be on duty." Zhang Hua stood up and said.

After he left, Yang Jian picked up the file on the coffee table about the Ghost Knocking the door and began to read it carefully.

Check if anything else has been updated in the files.

Soon.

He saw a picture.

It was a dimly lit, deserted town, with an atmosphere that felt particularly oppressive and eerie.

This should be the Ghost Domain of the Door-Knocking Ghost, but the photo did not successfully capture the Door-Knocking Ghost; only many small black dots were vaguely visible in the sky.

Turn it over to the other side.

The black dots, magnified by computer technology, turned out to be the heads of dead people, their eyes closed and faces deathly pale. These heads included both men and women; some had just died, while others were blackened and rotting, suggesting they were not killed at the same time.

"The Head Balloon Incident is indeed still related to the Ghost Knocking incident." Yang Jian's expression shifted slightly. "Things have become more complicated, and the photos show that the Door-Knocking Ghost's Ghost Domain is quite large."

As I continued reviewing the materials, I became increasingly certain that my previous guess was correct.