Chapter 60 Your Grandmother is No Longer Your Grandmother
As Granny Ren's only daughter, Lv Yaoyao had been doted on by her parents since birth, getting almost anything she wanted.
However, the consequence of such excessive indulgence was that when her parents could no longer satisfy Lv Yaoyao's growing desires and vanity, she exploded.
People couldn't imagine that the hatred accumulated from not being satisfied any longer could make Lv Yaoyao detest her parents to the bone.
It was as if they were not family, but born enemies.
Her eldest brother, Lü Qiang, and her second brother, Lü Jun, always resented the favoritism shown to Lv Yaoyao by the old couple, often taking the blame and beatings for her mistakes.
In Lü Jun's memory, it seemed Lv Yaoyao had never been hit by their parents, not even scolded.
"Since you adore Yaoyao so much, let her take care of you, provide for your old age." After the brothers set up their own families and businesses, plus the eruption of some trifles, they almost cut off all contact with their parents.
Of course, Lv Yaoyao also harbored profound hatred for her elders.
It's often said that those who are pitied also have qualities that are detestable. Deprived of family happiness, the miserable twilight years of Old Man Lv and Granny Ren thus took shape.
"She is no longer your mother, nor is she their grandmother or maternal grandmother anymore." Huang Chen's expression was solemn, even somewhat sorrowful, as he spoke word by word, "We've already requested assistance from headquarters, and soon three or even four-star exorcists will come down. For now, everyone can only stay here like this; no one can go out alone."
In Lv Yaoyao's living room, Huang Chen, Lv Jiayan, Lv Yaoyao, and her husband Yu Tao, were all gathered around Yu Xiaochang, Lv Yaoyao's son, as if he were the center of attention, like stars around the moon.
Yu Xiaochang was a bit bewildered, not knowing since when everyone here, no matter what they were doing, always pulled him along to be by their side.
It was as if he had become a big celebrity overnight; without Yu Xiaochang, it seemed as though these people could not even relieve themselves comfortably.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Of course, when it came to going to the bathroom, as long as he stood outside the restroom door, the person inside would still be very safe.
"How soon can your headquarters' exorcists get here?" Yu Tao asked with a deeply furrowed brow, continuously smoking.
The ashtray on the table was already filled with cigarette butts, and the entire living room was shrouded in smoke, seemingly unconcerned that there was a child present.
"Very soon. Considering the whole of Great Capital Huaying, the number of three-star and above exorcists isn't that great, but they will hurry over as soon as possible." Huang Chen wiped the sweat off his forehead.
He never imagined that, as an exorcist, there would come a day where he would be relegated to being protected by an ordinary little kid.
It now appeared that Granny Ren's most spoiled grandchild was Yu Xiaochang; as long as he was present, safety could be assured.
Another reason, which even Huang Chen didn't foresee, was that no one would know why Granny Ren transformed so quickly and ferociously.
Sculpting Spirit level, capable of creating D-level strangenesses, let alone C-level events.
Of course, from what could be seen, Granny Ren's supernatural phenomena were not truly of the Sculpting Spirit level, just like the late Lan Jing had said—she was very likely a Semi-Sculpting Spirit level strange body.
But even so, the current team of exorcists here would still be very, very troubled facing her.
"I hope they move quickly!" Lv Yaoyao clasped her hands together, then hugged Yu Xiaochang tightly, "You'll sleep on the bed with mom and dad tonight."
She then looked at the others and said, "You'll just have to make do and sleep on the bedroom floor."
Huang Chen glanced at Lv Jiayan.
Lv Jiayan had been frowning all along, occasionally wiping away tears in secret.
She nodded her head and spoke softly, "I'm fine with that."
Before long, two men came out of the restroom, both colleagues of Huang Chen, one named Yang Depei, a two-star exorcist, and the other named Zhao Shuai, also a one-star exorcist like Huang Chen.
They were initially guarding this place, but an incident had already occurred in the LHTD Community, so now everyone had gathered together.
Going to the bathroom was something the exorcists didn't ask Yu Xiaochang to accompany them for. Instead, they went in pairs.
However, when it came to sleeping at night, everyone squeezed into one room. Fortunately, the bedroom in Lv Yaoyao's home was large enough to accommodate everyone spaciously on the floor.
The relationship between the protectors and the protected had become quite delicate. Generally speaking, the exorcists were there to protect Lv Yaoyao's home. But on the other hand, should a supernatural event occur, everyone would depend on Yu Xiaochang.
"Right, why haven't we seen Lv Xin?" Yu Tao suddenly remembered him.
No sooner had he spoken than Lv Yaoyao's phone rang.
Looking at it, Lv Yaoyao turned the phone screen towards Yu Tao and said, "It's Lv Xin calling."
"Answer it quickly."
Lv Yaoyao pressed the answer button and then enabled the speakerphone.
"Auntie," Lv Xin's voice came through, sounding as if everything was normal with him, his tone quite calm.
"Where are you now? It's very dangerous outside," Lv Yaoyao said.
Although she seemed concerned, Lv Yaoyao did not actually invite him over to her house.
"I'm alright." The environment on Lv Xin's end sounded very quiet with no noise in the background. "I found some things in Grandma's room that could be a great help in dealing with the situation. It would be best if you all could come over."
"You mean... you're at the FH Community now?" Lv Yaoyao asked.
"Yeah, I've been at Grandma's house the whole time. It's very safe; Grandma never came back." Lv Xin said, "And I think I know... who killed Grandma. You all should come over quickly."
After hanging up the phone, Lv Yaoyao looked up at everyone.
"Really...do we need to go?"
"No," the exorcist named Yang Depei shook his head, "If you know who the murderer is, you should notify the security officer directly. Going there is useless for us."
"But what if it helps alleviate Granny Ren's resentment?" Zhao Shuai joined in the conversation: "I think it's worth taking a look, but not everyone should go."
Huang Chen nodded, "I'll go over tomorrow. Everyone else stays home and waits for my news. Also, Zhao Shuai, give me a few Hidden Buckles. I've used up all the ones from last time."
Yang Depei took out a "High-Energy Collapse" Hidden Buckle and handed it to Huang Chen, "Here's one for you, but don't use it unless absolutely necessary. As a one-star exorcist, your resistance is still quite weak. If you have to use it, try to stay away from the affected area. Don't get yourself caught up in it."
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The truth was, the efficiency of the "Open Your Eyes" supernatural video platform was indeed very high.
Before Yan Junze decided to take on the "Look at Her Face" task, he had only informed Tang Zhengyi of his intentions. Yet, by the third day, staff from the platform were already on-site with various types of cameras.
Considering that the video platform's headquarters were neither in Shuntian City nor in Tianmeng District, but in Tianyi District, their prompt cross-district mobilization with equipment to support Yan Junze spoke volumes of their prioritization. Moreover, the platform company had managed, through unknown means, to communicate in advance with FH Community's property management.
They received permission to install concealed cameras on Building 7, nearby footpaths, and the outer walls of the opposite buildings.
However, these had to be removed after a week.
Indeed, Yan Junze planned to complete the Back-faced Woman's task right inside the FH Community.