Dice In The Darkness: Cthulhu Calls

Chapter 201: Confirmation of Speculations

After Gu Jun and Watanabe Jiang finished discussing the information they had gathered today, Chen Wenbin also concluded his phone call and returned to the room. He said, "We're in luck. I managed to contact Shiro Hana, and she agreed to perform a comprehensive examination on Mian Gu Lu, the kind without a report. Tomorrow at noon, we'll take Mian Gu Lu to 404 Hospital."

In the hospital, no report meant that there would be no official record, just a single result. However, as a time-traveler, Mian Gu Lu shouldn't have any records unless King Tindalos could predict all of this.

"Then tomorrow morning, let's go to 404 Hospital together. One group will accompany Mian Gu Lu for the examination, and another group will keep an eye out for any Dark Willow Gang members," Liu Xing proposed.

However, Chen Wenbin disagreed with Liu Xing once again. "I don't think it's necessary. 404 Hospital is, in fact, a designated hospital for the Dark Willow Gang. I remember they even rented a whole floor as their exclusive ward. There are always over a dozen Dark Willow Gang members admitted there, and to prevent other gangs from seeking revenge, Dark Willow Gang's leader, Mikageichi, and Shiro Michi, made an agreement. They stationed ten so-called bodyguards on that floor, who are actually Dark Willow Gang enforcers. So, I'm confident that there will be at least thirty Dark Willow Gang members at 404 Hospital. Our surveillance won't be effective, and it might even attract their attention. Personally, I think the fewer people we bring with Mian Gu Lu to 404 Hospital, the better, to avoid exposing our target."

Liu Xing frowned, not expecting 404 Hospital to be a den for criminals. However, in Ziwu City, only 404 Hospital and the city hospital had the capability to perform full-body examinations. City hospitals had stricter regulations, making it difficult for someone like Mian Gu Lu, who had no official record, to undergo examination. Moreover, Dark Willow Gang was likely informed by Tennoji Sohide, so taking Mian Gu Lu to a public place increased the risk of being discovered.

"We have to take some risks for the sake of our mission. Chen Wenbin, you'll take Mian Gu Lu to see Shiro Hana tomorrow, and complete the examination. Yoh Asakura and I will be responsible for keeping watch. With our combat abilities, unless Dark Willow Gang resorts to violence, they won't stop us," Yin En reluctantly agreed.

Despite being the top gang in Ziwu City, Dark Willow Gang had to maintain a facade of law-abiding behavior in public. So, they probably wouldn't openly apprehend Mian Gu Lu at 404 Hospital, especially with the local police keeping an eye on them.

After finalizing the list of personnel to accompany Mian Gu Lu to 404 Hospital, Chen Wenbin continued to share the intelligence he and Yoh Asakura had obtained earlier in the day. He began with information about the Rose Graveyard, including Liu Xing's encounter with the Ghouls and the midnight rendezvous he had arranged with them.

"I can't believe how bold you are, Liu Xing. Aren't you afraid the Ghouls might play dirty and capture you for a midnight snack?" Watanabe Jiang exclaimed.

Gu Jun, on the other hand, nodded thoughtfully. "This could be a good opportunity to establish contact with the Ghouls. After all, Ghouls are not just mindless beasts; they are highly intelligent beings. They shouldn't engage in treacherous behavior, and it wouldn't be advantageous for them to expose themselves for a few pounds of flesh. But Liu Xing, are you really planning to meet the Ghouls at Unseen Pond alone?"

Liu Xing pondered for a moment and then nodded. "Of course, I can't go back on my word. However, even though the agreement is for me to go alone, I can livestream the meeting on my phone. That should not be considered a breach of our agreement."

Liu Xing took out his phone and opened a video calling app, leaving the camera partially exposed.

"Wow, is this even allowed?" Watanabe Jiang marveled at Liu Xing's improvisation.

Liu Xing chuckled and explained, "I'm doing this for safety. In case the Ghouls have any ill intentions, I can use my phone to threaten them. They probably wouldn't want their existence exposed to the public."

"Ah, I see. That should deter the Ghouls from harming you. After all, if news of Ghouls in Ziwu City spreads, the city and even the Island Nation government will have to deal with them. Your life will be safe, and we can confidently let you go," Yin En agreed.

After discussing the details of livestreaming on the phone, Chen Wenbin continued to share their visit to the shrine with Yoh Asakura.

"I must say, the priest at the Godless Shrine was quite aloof and indifferent to Yoh Asakura and me. But when we mentioned the Ghouls, the priest's attitude improved slightly. It was clear that the priest harbors strong resentment toward the Ghouls. Later, I brought up your encounter with the Ghouls this morning, Liu Xing. Of course, I modified the details, portraying you as Yoh Asakura, a reserved individual. I noticed that the priest's expression remained calm. So, I'm confident that the priest knows about the Ghouls in the Rose Graveyard. Furthermore, when the priest discussed the Ghouls, there was a hint of disdain in their tone. It seems the priest knows the identity of these Ghouls," Chen Wenbin explained.

At this point, it was Liu Xing's turn to speak. He recounted Kuroba Naoki's story and his own speculations about it, deliberately omitting any mention of Otonashi Takuya and focusing solely on the Wandering Samurai.

When Liu Xing mentioned the Wandering Samurai, he observed Otonashi Takuya's reaction closely and noticed a subtle furrowing of his brows.

As expected, Liu Xing had now confirmed the relationship between Otonashi Takuya and Otonota.

"I see now. I never expected the situation to be like this. Killer Demon is none other than the great hero Tomohiko Sawada from years ago, and the Ghouls are mercenaries who betrayed him. Moreover, the priest who brought the divine punishment is still alive. This world is truly insane," Chen Wenbin remarked, stroking his chin.

Gu Jun, as the expert, offered his professional opinion. "I suspect that Killer Demon may have been summoned by the priest of the Godless Shrine. If the priest has the ability to transform ordinary people into Ghouls, then she should also have the power to turn the deceased Sawada Tomohiko into Killer Demon."

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