Dream Legend

Chapter 113: Inspecting Newcomers

As night falls and the lights come on, the atmosphere of the city quietly changes at this moment.

On this dimly lit street, a lonely and persistent light shines through the window of a tall building.

That was Wu Shandi's office. His pen tip moved across the paper, accompanied by the rustling sound of time, recording traces of decision and wisdom.

His figure was reflected on the window glass, like the silhouettes of countless hardworking people in this city.

That night, his world was cut apart by a simple text message - a text message from Ma Guoqiang. Its arrival was like a stone thrown into a tranquil lake, causing ripples.

"Rush to Dalian within two days."

This brief and urgent order made Wu Shandi frown; he could feel the weight contained in it.

This is not a simple invitation to travel, it is an unknown challenge, a situation that requires an immediate response.

Wu Shandi stood up, pushed aside the heavy documents, and looked through the night, as if trying to find the answer from the prosperity of this city.

He knew that Ma Guoqiang would not make such a call without reason.

They had fought side by side through thick and thin, and experienced countless trials and challenges together.

Ma Guoqiang's intuition often means potential opportunities or crises, and this time, the latter is obviously more likely.

He took a deep breath, and a strange premonition arose in his heart.

This feeling is both familiar and unfamiliar, like an echo of past experiences and a harbinger of future events.

He gathered the necessary documents, shut down his computer, and turned off the lights.

The lonely light disappeared into the night, as if announcing the extraordinary journey he was about to embark on.

Wu Shandi did not hesitate at all. He picked up the briefcase he had prepared long ago and walked out of the mysterious research institute building with firm steps.

The cold wind in the middle of the night blew his hair, and the neon lights on the street flickered in front of his eyes, and every flicker seemed to be cheering him on.

The taxi shuttled through the night. He closed his eyes and recalled every detail of his time with Ma Guoqiang, the days when they had worked together to fight difficulties.

He knew that no matter what was waiting for him ahead, he would not back down.

Because on this road of continuous progress, every choice is a test of oneself, and every departure is a commitment to the future.

As the train slowly pulled out of the platform, the first ray of dawn shone through the window onto Wu Shandi's face.

He looked out the window at the changing scenery, his heart filled with determination.

Dalian, the coastal city, will be his new starting point.

In a cafe full of quaint atmosphere, Ma Guoqiang sat at a carved wooden table, his eyes gazing at the street outside through the translucent screen window.

The sunlight shone through the gaps in the leaves, casting patches of light onto his table. A cup of cooled coffee gave off a faint aroma.

He was waiting for a special person - Wu Shandi.

Finally, the doorbell rang softly and a figure stepped into the cafe.

The two people's eyes quickly met in the crowded room, and all words seemed redundant at this moment.

Wu Shandi was wearing simple casual clothes and walked with firm and calm steps, as if he was already familiar with this environment.

There was no small talk between them, only a tacit understanding.

Ma Guoqiang took out a document from his pocket and handed it to Wu Shandi.

The document was sealed tightly, with no markings on it, except for a barely perceptible glow that seemed to hint at its importance.

Wu Shandi took the document, his eyes became sharp, as if he could see through the secrets of the document.

"This mission is very special." Ma Guoqiang's voice was low and serious. "You are going to investigate a person with extraordinary abilities. His name is Xin Ke. His eyes can see things that humans cannot see. He can summon and control these spiritual creatures. If everything goes well, he will be a valuable asset to our institute."

Wu Shandi nodded, without any surprise in his expression.

He knew that there were many unknowns and mysteries in this world, including his own dragon and phoenix collar.

His mission is to explore these unknowns and find new people with similar interests.

"I understand." Wu Shandi's voice was calm and firm. "I will personally examine this person with special abilities to ensure his authenticity and ability. If everything is as you said, I will bring him back to the institute."

The conversation between the two was brief and efficient, without any unnecessary emotional fluctuations.

They are all experienced veterans and are accustomed to this kind of tasks.

Ma Guoqiang stood up and patted Wu Shandi on the shoulder. "Be careful. This world is much more complicated than we thought."

Wu Shandi smiled slightly, which showed his expectation for the unknown and his courage for challenges.

He turned and left the cafe, disappearing into the warm and lazy afternoon sun.

Ma Guoqiang sat down again, his eyes looking through the window, as if following Wu Shandi's back.

He knew that this mission was just the tip of the iceberg, and the mysterious world hidden beneath ordinary life was waiting for them to uncover.

Xin Ke, a seemingly ordinary young man, has a pair of eyes that can see things that ordinary people cannot see.

His abilities were apparent in childhood, when he would tell bizarre stories that confused and disturbed his parents.

As the years passed, he gradually learned to control his abilities and was even able to communicate with them.

Whenever it was late at night and everyone was asleep, Xin Ke would summon those spiritual creatures that only he could capture with his eyes.

These spiritual creatures have various shapes, some look like elves in ancient legends, and some are alien species that no one has ever seen.

They revolved around Xin Ke as if performing a silent symphony.

Xin can communicate with them through telepathy and understand their world and secrets.

After receiving the task, Wu Shandi was full of curiosity and embarked on the journey to find Xin Ke.

His mind was filled with all kinds of speculations and expectations about this young man who could see different worlds.

After some twists and turns, he finally came to the small town where Xin Ke was, a place surrounded by mountains and full of ancient legends.

In a quaint little teahouse, Wu Shandi finally met Xin Ke.

After sitting down face to face, the two began an in-depth conversation.

"Do you know?" Xin Ke took a sip of tea and looked into the distance through the bustling city outside the window. "In a parallel world, the teahouse is no longer a small gathering place like ours, but a node connecting different time and space."

Wu Shandi was fascinated by what he heard. His imagination was ignited by Xin Ke's description, and countless strange pictures emerged in his mind.

Xin Ke continued, "There, spirits can freely travel between different worlds. Sometimes they come to our world and interact with us in a wonderful way."

"Spiritual creature? You mean..." Wu Shandi asked in surprise.

Xin Ke smiled slightly, as if she had anticipated his reaction. "Yes, those beings we call 'spirits'. They may be a wisp of wind, a cloud, or even a flower blooming in a teahouse. They have their own consciousness and emotions, and sometimes even share their 'stories' with me."

Following Xin Ke's words, Wu Shandi felt as if he was brought into a mysterious realm, full of unknowns and possibilities.

He began to understand that the reason why Xin Ke became a wise man was not only because of his special abilities, but also because of his deep understanding and keen observation of the world.

The conversation between the two lasted for a long time, until the sun set and the lights in the teahouse gradually lit up.

When Wu Shandi stood up and prepared to bid farewell to this small teahouse full of wisdom and miracles, he looked back at Xin Ke.

He was an old man who seemed inconspicuous but exuded an extraordinary temperament.

"I heard that you can communicate with spiritual creatures?" Wu Shandi looked at Xin Ke with a sidelong glance, his face full of disbelief.

There was a hint of provocation in his tone, as if he was challenging the bottom line of this mysterious man.

Xin Ke smiled slightly, his eyes were deep and firm, as if he could see through all the falsehoods. "That's true, but this requires specific environment and conditions."

"Can we demonstrate it on Anjing Mountain?" Wu Shandi's words were full of temptation.

Xin Ke nodded without saying anything, but waved his hand gently to signal Wu Shandi to follow.

The two walked one after the other, through the bustling streets, past the noisy crowd, and finally came to a quiet mountain.

This place is far away from the world and the air is full of freshness and tranquility.

Surrounded by lush trees and occasional chirping of birds, everything seems so harmonious.

Xin Ke walked to a smooth stone, sat down, closed his eyes, and began to breathe deeply. Wu Shandi stood quietly by, watching intently.

As time goes by, the surrounding environment gradually becomes more mysterious.

The wind seemed to stop blowing, the birds stopped singing, and everything seemed to be still.

Suddenly, Xin Ke's body began to tremble slightly, and his lips moved slightly, as if he was whispering. Then, something shocking happened.

A little deer slowly walked out of the woods and came to Xin Ke's side.

Wu Shandi stared at the scene with his eyes wide open in disbelief. The little deer actually leaned gently on Xin Ke's body, as if communicating with him.

Then, more animals appeared.

Birds perched on Xinke's shoulders, squirrels sat on his knees, and even fish in a stream jumped out of the water as if to greet Xinke.

All of this proves Xin Ke’s ability.

He can communicate with spiritual beings. This is not just a legend, but a real existence.

Just as Wu Shandi was filled with surprise, Xin Ke smiled gently, pulled out a small and exquisite copper flute from his pocket, and played a series of strange and melodious melodies.

Suddenly, the air around seemed to begin to fluctuate, and the trees swayed slightly, as if responding to the charming notes.

"Look!" Xin Ke pointed proudly at a bush, from which a little rabbit poked out, its eyes sparkling, as if full of wisdom. "This is my friend, Fluffball."

Wu Shandi opened his mouth in surprise: "It... can it speak?"

Before he finished speaking, Fluffball spoke up: "Of course, but your question is so straightforward, there is no poetry at all."

This answer almost made Wu Shandi fall to the ground.

Xin Ke smiled even more happily. He turned to an old pine tree and said, "This is Lao Lin. He is older than this mountain!"

Old Lin's deep voice sounded, like an echo from ancient times: "Young man, it is natural for you to doubt, but in the embrace of nature, everything becomes possible."

Wu Shandi was completely shocked. He followed Xin Ke in his walk through the mountains and forests and witnessed one incredible conversation after another.

Every leaf and every stone seemed to come alive under Xin Ke's introduction.

Finally, they reached the top of the mountain. Xin Ke sat directly on a huge stone and said softly: "This is the throne of the mountain god. Although it looks silent, it can feel the heartbeat of every living being."

Wu Shandi was now completely convinced: "I never thought that this world is so full of wonders."

Xin Ke smiled: "Yes, as long as you are willing to listen, everything has a story. And we are just passers-by in their stories."

Wu Shandi nodded, a new light flashing in his eyes, "I saw it, and I finally believed it."

Xin Ke smiled slightly and said, "Since you believe me, I will start to summon the invisible things more mysteriously."

Knowing that Wu Shandi believed in his abilities, he decided to demonstrate his more mysterious ability - summoning invisible things.

He closed his eyes, gently stroked the air around him with his hands, and muttered something.

The air around them seemed to begin to fluctuate, and an indescribable force quietly gathered.

Suddenly, a breeze blew, bringing a hint of coolness.

Xin Ke opened his eyes and pointed to an empty place.

Wu Shandi stared at that place and saw some vague outlines gradually emerging in the air. They seemed like phantoms carved by the wind, both illusory and real.

"This is..." Wu Shandi murmured in surprise.

“These are our invisible partners,” Xin Ke said calmly, his voice full of tenderness and respect for these invisible partners.

With Xin Ke's guidance, those blurry figures gradually became clear. Some of them were graceful elves, some were strange little beasts, and some even looked like miniature celestial bodies.

These invisible things revolved around Xinke as if performing a mysterious dance.

"These are my friends." Xin Ke opened his eyes and introduced them to Wu Shandi, "They exist in a world we can't see, but they are just as real and full of life."

Wu Shandi was so shocked that he was speechless.

Xin Ke reached out and gently touched a shadow that looked like a jellyfish.

It emitted a warm light, then slowly became clearer, and finally revealed its true form in front of Wu Shandi - a creature made of light, its body transparent and shining, like the brightest star in the night sky.

They spun happily around Xin Ke, as if performing a silent celebration.

As Wu Shandi watched this scene, the fear and suspicion in his heart slowly dissipated, replaced by an indescribable warmth and tranquility.

He began to understand that there were many things in this world that were beyond ordinary people's comprehension, as mysterious as the dragon and phoenix collar he owned.

"How did you do it?" Wu Shandi couldn't help but ask.

Xin Ke smiled and shook his head. "This is a gift, but also a responsibility. I can sense these invisible lives, hear their voices, and communicate with them. I am here to protect them and allow them to exist freely."

Wu Shandi was silent. He felt as if he had opened a door to a new world, full of unknowns and possibilities.

As the last rays of the setting sun filled the mountains, the two sat quietly, taking in the rhythm and tranquility of nature.

After several days of communication and observation, Wu Shandi was convinced that Xin Ke was a rare talent.

He decided to take Xin Ke back to the mysterious research institute to complete Director Ma Guoqiang's inspection mission.

When Xin Ke accepted the invitation from the mysterious research institute, a new chapter opened.

Xin Ke became a new member of the mysterious research institute!