The clues were cut off here, and all that was left was to wait for the autopsy report from the medical department. Stepping onto Bullard Street again, looking at the familiar shops and buildings on the street, it felt like a world away.
It seems that it has been a while since he felt the hustle and bustle of the city. It has to be said that after returning from the foreign hotel, he did leave some sequelae, that is, his perception of time no longer seems as clear as before, and sometimes even There is a sense of time stopping.
Jiang Chenchuan lowered his head and glanced at the broken pocket watch. The minute hand was stuck halfway and was trembling slightly. It looked like he would find another free time to go to the watch repairman.
When I think about the loss of ten gold gallons, I can't help but feel a little heartbroken.
It was like he had a dream that was hidden forever in the dark night, in which no one would wake up. When he stepped on the stairs, the person who came out to greet him was not the enthusiastic landlord, but the early winter who had been waiting at home for the news. .
She leaned against the door, holding a bottle of dark magic potion in her hand, shaking it gently, as if she no longer needed to hide herself in front of Jiang Chenchuan.
"came back."
It's not as cold as when we first met.
"The boy's name was Jason. He is dead, and the policeman who killed Jason is also dead."
"So, I'm right, the policemen at the Sheriff's Department are not worthy of trust. They can't do anything good."
Chu Dong responded coldly. She had the appearance of a Xia Jingren, but she didn't have a good impression of the Sheriff's Department.
"The bodies have been sent to the medical department for autopsy. The results are expected to be available in a day or two."
"And one more thing."
Chudong lowered her eyes and turned her body sideways. Only then could she see that the leather box under her feet had been opened, and the white square box that was originally inside had disappeared.
"That finger...is missing."
"By the time I found it, it was gone."
Opening the door, he finally returned to his own little world. Hanging his coat on the retro clothes hanger, Jiang Chenchuan began to miss the warm hot bath.
The water at a suitable temperature flows down his hair. Every time he washes it, he feels relaxed and has a hard-earned calmness. He cherishes this brief moment when he doesn't have to tense his nerves.
"I've put the letter on the table."...
Mr. Bourne's voice sounded in the room, Jiang Chenchuan responded in the bathroom, and then there was the sound of the door closing.
Chudong also returned to her room, with a black eye mask hanging by the pool. She raised her eyes, and the silver moons in her eyes had turned into four.
"time……"
she whispered.
"Running out."
I wiped my wet hair, did not turn on the light in the room, and sat on the bed staring out the window in a daze. The sky gradually became gloomy. I don’t know how long I sat like this until the whole world became completely dark, and even the room was plunged into darkness. .
He didn't even get up and turn on the light. He just sat by the bed and recounted what happened in the past few days. He didn't know how much time had passed. Just as he was thinking, there was a rustling sound.
Opening his closed eyes, he could vaguely see a black figure sneaking in from the balcony. Using the lights on the street, he could see the movements of the black figure clearly.
He seemed to be looking for something. He squatted down and groped around the desk. He even opened the drawer and touched it. Perhaps because of fear, the man did not bring any light source.
Just like that, Jiang Chenchuan sat on the bed and watched the figure move from the desk to the bookshelf, then across the sofa and to the door.
A hand stretched out, as if groping to see if the door was open. Jiang Chenchuan couldn't stand it and sighed softly.
"What are you looking for?"
He was obviously the intruder, but he was frightened by the sudden sound. He only heard a miserable scream, which was the sound of someone tripping.
Snapped--
The overhead lights turned on.
Jiang Chenchuan walked to the door and looked at the boy who fell to the ground and screamed with cold eyes, showing a helpless expression.
"Last time,
It’s you too. "
The golden pupils shrank suddenly and disappeared quickly. He knew in his heart what Jiang Chenchuan meant last time. His face was twisted in pain, but he didn't say anything.
"So, what do you want from me?"
Jiang Chenchuan leaned against the door without even holding his cane, which showed that he didn't have much desire to attack.
He also knew the young man in front of him. The young man who knelt down to him at the entrance of Atlas Alchemy Yard, including the golden pupils that also flashed when he was emotionally excited.
How strange.
"Since I've been caught by you, I can kill or chop him up as you please!"
The young man seemed to be planning to give up the treatment. He was heartbroken and closed his eyes, as if he was preparing to die.
"I didn't mean to kill you."
Jiang Chenchuan walked up to him and knelt down so that he was eye-level. He had just observed this young man. He had many small healed scars on his body, which looked like old wounds. His clothes were thin and he looked suspicious at first glance. Unable to withstand the cold winter, it's not like there are hidden weapons.
The most important thing is that he is thin and there is a high probability that he cannot eat enough and is malnourished.
"I just want to know, what do you want from me?"
Jiang Chenchuan said it sincerely. He had carefully investigated it since the last time he came here. This time, the target of the other party was very clear.
Only him.
To attract such attention, there must be something worthy of the risk they took.
"you……"
The young man looked at him blankly, as if he had never thought about being able to talk to Jiang Chenchuan on an equal footing. He only heard a grunt, his face suddenly turned red, and he subconsciously covered his stomach.
"If you tell me the truth, I will take you to dinner. I know a big brother who cooks very delicious food."
"Really?"
The young man was a little in disbelief. His face was full of surprise, like a deer that had been injured, with a pitiful and vigilant look.
"real."
Jiang Chenchuan patiently made his promise.
The street lights on the street turned on, adding a bit of warmth to the dark and cold world. The candy house opposite was still open and the six-color light seemed to add some childlike interest and beauty.
"I want to find...the family crest..."
"Family crest?"
Jiang Chenchuan thought for a while. He didn't seem to have any badges stored on his body. He didn't even know anything about it. It's no wonder that he came again and again and still couldn't find it.
The truth about the intruder was revealed. Jiang Chenchuan stretched out his hand as if to pull him up. The young man seemed a little scared, but he was sure that he would not be harmed, so he timidly stretched out his hand.
"Let's go."
Jiang Chenchuan grabbed another coat placed on the sofa and walked out the door.
"where did you go?"
Jiang Chenchuan turned around, waved and said:
"Come on, I'll take you to dinner."
