After Jason turned around, the giant painting came into view.
With the curtain drawn, the window opens.
This giant oil painting was just exposed to the sun.
The sunlight makes this painting more colorful.
However, Jason didn't pay attention to these.
He pays more attention to the content of the painting.
He remembered very clearly that the previous paintings showed three hunters with four or five hounds returning from hunting, dejected because of the scarcity of prey, but now it is basically unchanged.
Only the eyes of one of the hunters seemed to have changed.
And when Jason took a closer look, some subtle changes appeared on the forest snow.
Bunny footprints!
A string of rabbit footprints appeared next to the bushes.
Jason was sure that there were no such rabbit footprints just now.
And this hunter's gaze!
It is also different.
The other party stared at the rabbit's footprints!
When did the change occur
Jason took a step back and looked at the whole thing.
When he saw the open window, the sunlight, he suddenly realized.
Special paint
Jason encountered similar paints when he was in 'City That Never Sleeps'.
However, that kind of pigment disappears when it is heated.
It was created by a group of 'fraudsters'.
Of course, in the end this group of 'fraudsters' became the laughing stock of 'City That Never Sleeps' after dinner.
Because they actually count on the borrowers of the 'city that never sleeps' to keep their promises.
"This is a secret pigment that appears according to air flow and sunlight... It was also left by Hui Lixiang to Hui Lijing!"
Jason's gaze followed the gaze of the hunter in the painting to the string of rabbit footprints, and then to the ceiling of the room.
There is no doubt that Hui Lijing left something for Hui Lixiang.
Because, except for Hui Lijing, it is impossible for anyone else to enter this room.
And when Hui Lijing entered this room, it must be the time when patience completely disappeared. Therefore, compared with the huge wealth that can be seen in the room, these things should be the top priority.
"What's wrong?"
Hui Lijing may be a low-level detective, but she is still a detective anyway.
Jason's series of actions made her notice the difference.
"What should be there?"
Jason looked at the ceiling and motioned to Hui Lijing.
Since Hui Lixiang left it to Hui Lijing, he thought that if he wanted to take the item down, he should at least get Hui Lijing's consent.
"I come!"
Hui Lijing volunteered to move a chair in the room and stood on it.
Push that corner of the ceiling and it opens.
Hui Lijing reached in and took off a tightly wrapped bag.
It is said to be a cyst, but it is actually only the size of a palm.
The outer layer is wrapped with kraft oil paper layer by layer, and then wrapped with scotch tape for several layers, obviously to prevent moisture and mildew.
Undoubtedly, Hui Lixiang knew her sister well and made 'long-term preparations'.
In other words, did Hui Lijing 'once' and didn't find the preparation here.
Rather 'thoroughly clean the home' when the preparations are discovered.
After all, who could expect more from a mercenary who dreams of being a barista but becomes a detective
Without using any scissors, Hui Lijing began to tear the package with her hands.
Stab it!
The strong adhesive tape and kraft paper were torn off in a few clicks, revealing the small box inside.
The locket is like a tiny jewelry box.
After opening it, Hui Lijing looked disappointed.
Because there is no text information that can be seen directly.
All he has is a white business card and a photo.
Hui Lijing picked up the business card and unconsciously read it out.
"Master Tongshou Temple?"
The female boss obviously wondered why her sister put such a business card on the ceiling so carefully and secretly.
Jason squinted his eyes!
Master Tongshou Temple!
It was the second time he had heard the name, or rather the name.
The first time was from Ichiro Aoshiro, who said that "Master Tongshouji" gave him guidance and let him come to the office of "Mask X Machete X Meat".
And this time it was Hui Lijing's missing sister who left behind the business card of 'Tong Shou Si Master'.
Originally, Jason also divided the "incident of Ichiro Aoshiro" and "the disappearance of sister Hui Lijing" into two, and regarded it as "his own" arrangement before his arrival.
However, now it seems that they can be combined into one.
But this didn't make Jason any happy.
It seems that more time is left, but in fact, more useful information has been reduced.
and…
When everything pointed to this 'Master Tongshou Temple', Jason's already vigilant heart became more and more cautious.
The other party can't wait to lure him over, there is a high probability that it is a trap.
Even if it is not a trap, it still has some ulterior purpose.
"You know this person?"
Seeing Jason's pensive look, Hui Lijing asked.
"I heard it once."
"Before, 'Saijo Ichiro' said that he came to me to exorcise demons after being instructed by the other party."
"And then... he died."
Jason replied.
Such an answer seemed a bit funny, but Hui Lijing frowned.
"Based on my detective instincts, there must be something wrong here!"
Hui Lijing said firmly.
Faced with such certainty, Jason almost rolled his eyes.
A person can see that there is a problem inside.
"Detectives speak of evidence, not intuition."
"You're not a psychic!"
Jason corrected.
When Jason's voice fell, Hui Lijing stared at Jason and looked again.
This kind of scrutiny is different from the previous appearance.
It's a kind of scrutiny that wants to see through a person's heart.
It's a pity that what Hui Lijing saw was a tall, strong body and a rough and frightening face.
After four or five seconds, the female boss spoke again.
"You're a detective too, aren't you?"
"Relying on his extraordinary observation skills, he disguised himself as an exorcist, and then solved various cases disguised as 'monsters' and 'evil spirits'."
"No wonder you are taller and stronger than the instructors in the camp I was in before."
The female boss came to a conclusion firmly.
Is there any necessary connection between being a detective and being tall and strong
Shouldn't detectives use their brains
Jason really wanted to ask the other party this way, but he was too lazy to explain.
He didn't think it was necessary.
Seeing is believing, hearing is believing.
When the other party sees it, it will far surpass his thousand words.
Jason's silence caused the female boss to misunderstand.
"I've heard of the detective who pretended to be a psychic before. He chased the murderer because his wife and children were killed... What about you?"
Hui Lijing looked at Jason with flickering eyes, as if she wanted to dig out some secret.
Those twinkling eyes were filled with curiosity, pity and sympathy.
No need to ask, Jason also knows that in Hui Lijing's mind, he has already added a life and death drama to him.
"I'm an exorcist."
"not married."
"no kids."
Jason had to say.
"What about cats and dogs? What about pets?"
Hui Lijing asked persistently.
And such questioning made Jason subconsciously think of Denise.
What is that guy doing now
It must be reading novels on the sofa or bed!
Then, Jason immediately got the answer. When he thought of Denise lying on his side reading a book, half of his body was paralyzed, and he had to turn around, but because of cramps, he yelled for help, the corners of Jason's mouth couldn't help but One up.
But immediately, Jason became serious.
All quests can no longer be returned except for the 'Table Manners' quest.
What happened
Hui Lijing noticed the change in Jason's expression.
"I've had dogs before..."
"Not a dog."
"It's Erha."
Jason emphasized.
"Erha is not a dog?"
Hui Lijing was taken aback for a moment, but then said nothing.
It was obvious that Jason had already regarded that Husky as his family.
At this time, it is inappropriate to emphasize the dog.
Therefore, Hui Lijing immediately changed the subject.
She picked up another item from the box.
that photo.
The photo is a group photo of two girls, about nine or ten years old, wearing the same plaid skirt, standing side by side, showing happy smiles. It is worth mentioning that one of the girls is a head taller than the other.
Even though the photo is black and white, the innocent and sweet smiles of the two girls become colorful.
"It's the only photo of me with that guy."
"At that time, I ran behind her ass every day."
"Although I am taller, she is the one who protects me every time something happens—we were in the countryside at the time, and some little ghosts were really annoying, because I was tall, and they even hit me with cow dung, You still call me Basha-sama!"
"I'm still shakuhachi, I'm going forward, Hasa!"
Hui Lijing made a gesture of charging forward wielding a long knife.
Jason ignored Hui Lijing, but looked at the photo carefully.
He hopes to find some possible clues from it.
But this black-and-white photo has been stored for more than ten years. Even though the owner carefully protected it, it still turned yellow. In addition, the printing technology at that time was obviously backward. Except for the two little girls, nothing else can be seen at all.
Jason, who didn't get anything, returned the photo to Hui Lijing.
Hui Lijing carefully put the photos in place, then closed the windows of the room, drew the curtains, and then, after tidying up the room briefly, turned to Jason and said, "Let's go."
"Where are you going?"
Jason asked knowingly.
Hui Lijing kept the photos close to her body.
Hui Lijing held that business card in her hand.
It was clear at a glance what the female boss was thinking.
"Of course I'm looking for this 'Master Tongshou Temple'!"
"He has so many secrets, as long as he is found, everything will be clear!"
"If he really has something to do with my sister's disappearance, I'll give him a trip to hell!"
After Hui Lijing finished speaking very seriously, she looked down at the business card.
"Is it next to Tongmori Elementary School?"
"It's in the Silver-09 block."
"If you take a taxi, you can get there in an hour."
Hui Lijing talked to herself, and she was about to act.
And when Hui Lijing took two steps, she realized that Jason hadn't moved.
She looked at Jason in confusion.
The clues have been found, why not act
Jason said seriously.
"As an ordinary citizen, what should I do when I encounter such a thing?"
ordinary citizen
Hui Lijing looked at Jason and couldn't help pursing her lips.
She didn't know what Jason wanted to do.
"Let me borrow your phone."
Jason walked downstairs.
He remembered an old landline on the bar.
Hui Lijing, who didn't know why, followed behind, saw Jason take out a business card, and called the number reserved on it.
"Is it Officer Ryosuke?"
"I've made some discoveries here."
"Um."
"It has something to do with Ichiro Sangjo's death. He said that he was introduced to me by 'Master Tongshouji'... Well, of course it's not a suspicion, it's just a clue."
"Okay, bye."
Seeing Jason's expressionless face but his rich tone talking on the phone, Hui Lijing was completely overwhelmed.
Until Jason hung up the phone, Hui Lijing was still in place in a daze.
"you you… "
"Call the police!"
"As a good citizen, you must call the police when you encounter trouble!"
Jason answered.
"But, but... you are a detective!"
Hui Lijing asked back.
In her perception, detectives have never been liked by the police.
"It's because of a guy like you that the detective has always been disliked by the police."
"Why not cooperate?"
"I knew a person who cooperated quite well with the police, and was even regarded as a savior."
Jason walked towards his TV and radio while talking.
And Hui Lijing was completely attracted attention.
The detective is regarded as the savior by the police
How can this be
How incompetent are those policemen to regard the detective as the savior
Subconsciously, she wanted to ask.
Jason picked up the TV and radio and walked out of the cafe.
But how could Hui Lijing, whose curiosity had been aroused, give up.
"Wait for me!"
"Who is that detective you speak of?"
"It must be famous to achieve this level?"
"Why haven't I heard of it?"
"You're not bluffing me, are you?"
Hui Lijing, who was following Jason, kept asking.
Then, in order to get an answer, he took two quick steps graciously, and opened the door of Jason's room with the spare key.
"Isn't your signboard too simple?"
"Just stick a piece of paper?"
"At least it should be replaced with a wooden one!"
Hui Lijing looked at the A4 paper pasted behind the house number and couldn't help but say.
"As long as it works."
Jason replied, and walked in with the TV and radio in his arms.
Hui Lijing, who followed Jason, stopped in the corridor.
"No slippers?"
Hui Lijing asked.
"Not used to it."
Jason said casually, ignored Hui Lijing, and began to put the TV and radio on the desk, one on each side. After putting a TV and radio on the wide desk, it suddenly seemed a little narrow.
However, it is still enough.
After plugging in the plug of the radio, and after some adjustments, Jason was ready to turn on the TV.
But just when Jason was about to touch the TV's power supply—
Click!
rustle!
The TV turned on by itself.
A large snowflake filled the TV screen.
Gradually, the snowflakes disappeared.
What appears is...
a well.