I'm being held captive by a monster

Chapter 289 Mutual Understanding

Chapter 289 Mutual Understanding
"...Did Orange tell you that the cat left me a message?"

Zhang Hang frowned and repeated suspiciously.

"Yes, the cat can't contact you directly right now."

"Teacher Orange can't get in touch with you either."

"So they asked me to pass on their message."

Yu Kexin nodded, her expression extremely serious.

Zhang Hang watched her in silence, his brows furrowing deeper and deeper.

His relationship with the cat has always been one-way.

He was unable to contact the cat.

And the cat was indeed on a mission, and hadn't contacted him for over a month.

As for oranges...

Because the oranges are on a mission to protect the sixteenth month.

Therefore, to prevent the gluttonous ghost from finding Orange, no one in the base, including him, had Orange's contact information.

Similarly, Orange doesn't belong to anyone in the base.

Except for... Yu Kexin.

but……

Why did the cat find the orange?

"If the cat wants to, it's not difficult to contact me and let me know something."

Zhang Hang squinted as he spoke.

When transmitting important information, the fewer steps involved, the better!
Especially during this special period...

"Oh dear, Uncle Hang, this information is extremely urgent!"

Yu Kexin said anxiously.

"When did Orange tell you this?"

How did she contact you?

Zhang Hang's brows remained furrowed.

Yu Kexin sighed.

"Just now, when I was getting the form from Little Fatty."

"Should I call you?"

"No, it was through Ms. Orange's ability that she remotely controlled my memories and added the things she wanted to say."

Yu Kexin nodded her head and said.

This is the evolution of Teacher Orange's [Memory] ability after breaking through to Rank B.

She can store a person's entire memory in her mind.

Then, the memory can be changed remotely at any time.

However, it can only be stored for one week.

Moreover, storing it is extremely laborious, and making changes requires great care.

A mistake can lead to memory confusion.

"Uncle Hang, it's possible that Teacher Ju did it on purpose."

"I kept telling myself that this news was extremely important!"

Yu Kexin stepped forward and said.

"...Where do you think this message is?"

"In a cat shelter at the entrance of the new campus of Beicheng University."

"..."

Zhang Hang fell silent again.

The cat left a message at the cattery, and then went to find the orange...

You could just notify him directly...

"Uncle Hang..."

"I'll go take a look by myself."

Zhang Hang raised his hand and said.

Even though he knew there was a risk in going out now.

But what if this results in missing information about the cat...?

Zhang Hang twirled his fingertips.

An arrow flew out from under his desk.

"Wait for me in my office."

He leaped lightly onto the arrow.

Then he controlled the arrow to slash through the air.

It's like cutting open a cloth bag.

A crack appeared in the void.

As Zhang Hang entered, the gap disappeared.

……

Beicheng City Light Residential Community.

At 6:50, Lin Xing'an arrived at Zhang Guang's house.

Before he could knock, Zhang Guang had already opened the door.

"Come on, An'an! Let me introduce you."

"This is Liu Yang. He just arrived, and I specially sent someone to pick him up."

Zhang Guang put his arm around Lin Xing'an's shoulder and pointed to a man in the living room with a buzz cut and square black-rimmed glasses who looked rather ordinary.

Upon seeing Lin Xing'an enter, his first reaction was to straighten his body and put his legs together, appearing very reserved and introverted.

"I am Lin Xing'an. I just looked at your file, which contains your ability test scores in the training camp."

"I really didn't expect that our committee would have such a promising talent."

Lin Xing'an took the initiative to extend his hand to Liu Yang.

Liu Yang was flattered and quickly grasped Lin Xing'an's hand.

But his lips were pursed, as if he didn't know what to say.

"Haha, Liu Yang, don't be nervous, Team Leader Lin specifically asked for you!"

Zhang Guangchong gave Lin Xing'an a wink.

“After I proposed to Lin Xing’an to form this special task force, Lin Xing’an basically went through the files of all the committee members.”

"He couldn't find anything he thought was suitable, no matter how many he looked at."

"Then he looked at the training camp, and among so many people, he spotted you at a glance."

“I also said that you are a bit young and inexperienced, and not suitable for participating in this kind of operation.”

"Lin Xing'an said directly that without you, he wouldn't be the team leader!"

Zhang Guang shook his head, spread his hands, and said with a smile.

Lin Xing'an smiled and said, "Minister, Liu Yang is so capable, I definitely have to push you a bit."

He patted Liu Yang on the head.

"Thank you... thank you, Team Leader Lin."

Liu Yang's voice even trembled slightly with excitement!
He knew perfectly well what joining this special operations team meant!
This is all thanks to killing June!
The current situation is even more important than killing Taoyuan.

Keep in mind that he was in the committee's youth training camp.

However, the dropout rate in the training camp is as high as 90%!
Even if he has excellent grades now, without connections or influence, he still won't be able to get into the committee.

Furthermore, his brother's death was also ruled an accident, and no compensation was offered...

After graduating from the training camp, Liu Yang will most likely enter the melting pot of society, just like those ordinary gluttons.

When Liu Yang heard from his teacher that Zhang Guang, the head of the assassination department, had specifically asked for him, his first reaction was that it was impossible.

Even now, he still feels like it's not real!
For Lin Xing'an, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he received a second chance at life!
"Don't worry, don't feel too much pressure."

"Even if our group doesn't achieve good results, even in the worst-case scenario, I guarantee that after you successfully graduate from the training camp, you can stay by my side."

Lin Xing'an squeezed Liu Yang's shoulder to help him relax and said.

He then nodded gratefully to Zhang Guang.

Although Liu Yang didn't show it.

But he could tell.

This kid is completely devoted to him...

Zhang Guang waved his hand dismissively.

He glanced at the time, clicked his tongue, and then there was a knock on the door.

"I'm sorry, Minister, I'm sorry, Team Leader. We thought this was the first time our special operations team had come together."

"So I bought a few more things, which took up a bit of time."

As soon as the door opened, Mai Yuran bowed deeply and spoke very politely.

Behind her, Mai Lingbu was carrying large and small bags of fruit and snacks.

"I'm sorry, Minister, I'm sorry, Team Leader, we're late."

He bowed politely in apology when he met Lin Xing'an's gaze.

"..."

Lin Xing'an looked at the twins and was speechless for a moment.

"Team leader, Xiao Bu and I have realized our mistakes."

"From now on, we have only one common goal: to find the Sixteenth Month."

"We will obey your orders 100%".

"If you don't believe us... we'll prove it to you!"

Mai Yuran looked into Lin Xing'an's eyes and said with conviction.

"An'an, give them both a chance."

"These two kids aren't bad at heart."

Seeing Mai Yuran and Mai Lingbu's performance, Zhang Guang nodded with satisfaction.

“…Okay.” Lin Xing’an looked at Mai Lingbu with a strange expression.

Mai Lingbu smiled at Lin Xing'an.

At first glance, it really does seem harmless.

"This must be little brother Liu Yang, right?"

After bringing in the fruits and snacks, Mai Yuran walked up to Liu Yang and waved to Mai Lingbu.

The two sat on either side of Liu Yang.

She actually acted just like a gentle older sister next door.

"Minister, they..."

"Oh, even if it's an act, if it can be faked for ten days or half a month, then it's real, isn't it?"

Zhang Guang said in a low voice.

"All right……"

Lin Xing'an nodded silently.

"Xiaoyang, could you explain in detail how to use your [Smell] ability, and what its limitations are?"

After the group chatted for a while and broke the ice, Lin Xing'an asked a question.

"Team leader, actually... the report is a bit exaggerated."

"My ability requires me to first identify the scent of humans and animals by examining their clothing, bloodstains, or skin flakes before I can find them."

Liu Yang scratched his head and said.

"Hmm, that's still very impressive."

Lin Xing'an breathed a sigh of relief.

"Can you distinguish between humans and animals and gluttonous ghosts by their smell?"

"Also, what is the scope of your search?"

"Can you still smell the scent on this animal's underwear, even though it's been removed for a long time?"

He asked, his fingers interlaced.

Liu Yang shook his head. "There is no difference in taste between humans, animals, and gluttons."

"As for the range of the smell I can detect... I can smell it within ten kilometers."

"Then... generally speaking, as far as underwear is concerned, the smell doesn't affect me much within ten hours of taking it off."

Liu Yang pushed up his glasses.

"Ten kilometers?"

Lin Xing'an raised an eyebrow.

This range... was beyond his expectations.

"Team leader, this 10-kilometer distance is based on normal weather conditions. If there are strong winds, a fire, or too many different smells, the distance will definitely be reduced."

Liu Yang quickly replied.

"Hmm... Xiao Yang, since humans and beasts taste the same as gluttons..."

"First, confirm my taste, and then right here, tell me where I just went."

Lin Xing'an reached out his hand to Liu Yang.

Liu Yang was taken aback.

He picked up Lin Xing'an's arm, without making any obvious inhalation movements, but his nostrils flared noticeably.

The tip of his nose also slowly elongated, like Pinocchio lying.

Half a minute later, he had already identified Lin Xing'an's taste.

"Do we need to open the window?"

Lin Xing'an opened the window.

Liu Yang then took out two earplugs from his pocket and tightly plugged his ears.

She took out a small clip, pouted, and pinched her own lips shut without fear of pain.

Then he stood by the window.

Zhang Guang also gestured for everyone to be quiet.

"..."

Liu Yang took a deep breath through his nose.

But it didn't spit it out immediately.

He just held his breath, blinked, looked at the night view outside the window, and silently analyzed the situation.

A minute later, he frowned and exhaled.

After catching my breath, I took another deep breath.

This time he held it in for even longer.

But his face also showed more suspicion and uncertainty.

"How about it?"

Seeing this, Lin Xing'an raised his hand, waved it in front of Liu Yang, and took the initiative to ask.

"I can smell you..."

Liu Yang quickly took off his earplugs.

"uh-huh."

Lin Xing'an nodded, signaling him to continue.

"...You've been in the air for the past hour..."

"First it flew in the air, back and forth, and then it hovered in the air... for about twenty minutes..."

"But it might be due to the wind. Let me double-check..."

Liu Yang scratched his head, his voice growing softer and softer.

He had naturally learned about Lin Xing'an's abilities before coming...

It has absolutely nothing to do with flying...

"Is that so? Draw a simple map of the route you smelled."

Lin Xing'an frowned.

He handed Liu Yang a map of the northern part of the city.

"that is……"

After picking up the pen, Liu Yang nervously licked his lips.

Then, starting from Lin Xing'an's home, they began to draw on the map.

The route twisted and turned, pulling back and forth, and hovered in the air for a long time before returning.

It looks like...

It's very strange.

Zhang Guang, Mai Yuran, and Mai Lingbu, who were standing to the side, all frowned.

Only Lin Xing'an secretly clicked his tongue in amazement.

Because the route drawn by Liu Yang was absolutely accurate...

"...Team leader, let me confirm again, it's quite windy today."

The suspicious looks around him and the fact that he didn't seem to be walking the route a normal person would take made Liu Yang even more insecure.

"Okay, then please double-check it."

Lin Xing'an gave a blank "hmm" and crossed his arms.

Seeing his reaction, Liu Yang swallowed nervously.

He rubbed his nose, adjusted it, and put the earplugs back in.

His eyes were no longer open, but tightly closed.

I wish I could leave only my sense of smell with my five senses.

"An'an, can you fly?"

Zhang Guang looked at Lin Xing'an with some surprise and asked in a low voice.

"Yes, I'll demonstrate how to control the water in a bit."

“The child’s scent is correct. Before coming here, I deliberately took a stroll outside and made the route a bit strange, just to test Liu Yang’s abilities.”

"His ability level is definitely not a problem, he just lacks confidence and is not sure."

Lin Xing'an whispered in Zhang Guang's ear.

Zhang Guangze's brows relaxed, and he gave Lin Xing'an a thumbs-up in approval.

"No wonder this route is so strange."

"Let alone Liu Yang, even if it were me, I wouldn't be sure."

He said it as if he was joking.

"Only in this way can I make him believe in himself."

Lin Xing'an did not disturb Liu Yang by the window.

He looked at Malingb.

"Team leader."

Meeting his gaze, Mai Lingbu called out very obediently.

"Mailingbu, I have a few more questions I'd like to ask you about your [Painted Skin] ability."