Excessive ferocity due to caution

Inside the manor, everyone was thinking about how to win the female ghost's favor, because only if the female ghost agreed could they leave the manor alive.

So, whatever the female ghost said, they did.

But Zhao Yi is different.

He wants to take the initiative.

Leaving the manor alive was not his true objective.

Zhao Yi wanted to take the painting and this powerful cursed item with him.

Moreover, he was very willing to believe that if any of these people could truly penetrate the female ghost's heart as her lover, it would be difficult for him to leave the manor alive. He would likely be imprisoned in this place forever by the female ghost until she grew tired of him and killed him.

In other words, even if the female ghost takes pity on him and lets him go, how can he survive in the Avici Hell until the next Avici Trial?

Therefore, Zhao Yi is taking advantage of the female ghost's patience with him to change his and the female ghost's positions.

From lovers to patient and doctor.

He could tell that the female ghost had a very serious mental illness.

The commotion outside last night, and the clock tower with its half-headed head that the butler avoided, all indicated that many things had happened in the past.

And the butler kept calling her "Mistress"...

If the female ghost were the true owner of this manor, then the butler would certainly not emphasize the ghost's gender.

He would address him directly as "master" or "head of the household."

But in reality, he calls her "mistress," which means that the true owner of Norton Manor is not the ghost, but her husband.

So where is the female ghost's husband?

To be taken away, imprisoned, or... killed?

The mysteries can only be solved by delving into the female ghost's heart.

Only by healing the female ghost's heart can the curse be lifted.

This isn't the fastest way, but it's definitely the cleanest.

A cursed object born from a person's overwhelming resentment can only be truly controlled by the person who resolved their resentment. Otherwise, even if they can take the cursed object away, they are merely "borrowing" it for use, and it is always possible for them to be devoured and consumed by the resentment within the cursed object!

If Zhao Yi wants to fully gain the right to use the cursed object (that painting), he must cure the female ghost's mental illness.

The quickest way to penetrate the heart of a self-isolated patient is to let her see that you have experienced the suffering she has endured, the insults she has suffered, and the injustices and humiliations she has suffered.

Only after Zhao Yi experienced all of this was he truly able to stand before the female ghost and speak to her as an equal.

After Zhao Yi left the fitting room, the female ghost stared at her reflection in the mirror for a long time, lost in thought.

She never considered Zhao Yi as her lover.

Even in their brief encounter, Zhao Yi touched her deeply in many ways.

Especially that line—If we fall, let me fall.

These eight short words made the female ghost seem to see her younger self.

I saw myself entering love with a destructive madness.

Memories that have been buried for who knows how long are like a dusty book, whose pages are suddenly turned by a gentle breeze blowing in from the window.

Many things that had long been forgotten gradually became clearer.

After some time, the butler came in.

"Madam, the second date has been waiting outside for quite some time."

The female ghost's gaze was eerie.

"Is he in a hurry?"

The butler said softly:

"It seems like they're in a bit of a rush."

"His date only lasts an hour, so he doesn't have much time left."

The female ghost said calmly:

"Slaughter it to feed the pigs."

"Also... cancel today's date and lock them in the room."

The butler nodded and then asked:

"And... what about Mr. Zhao?"

The female ghost remained silent for a long time.

"Don't let him into that clock tower."

The butler understood and then left.

As I stepped out of the fitting room, I saw a man waiting outside, solemnly adjusting his hair and light makeup in a small mirror.

He firmly believed in his makeup skills.

At this moment, it looks neither immature nor greasy; it's just right.

As long as the children and ghosts see him once, they will definitely develop a good impression of him!

Who could resist a handsome, elegant, and dignified young man?

He thought to himself that he was gradually entering the female ghost's heart, conquering her little by little, and ultimately becoming the biggest winner!

it is good!

Hurrah!

Hahaha!

Upon seeing the butler emerge from the fitting room, the man put away the small mirror and greeted him with a very gentlemanly smile:

"Butler, how is the mistress's preparation?"

In the distance, many other trainees were also hiding in the building, observing from afar, seemingly hoping to gain some experience from this experience.

However, all they saw was the elegant and poised trial participant being torn to shreds on the spot by the butler amidst terrified screams!

The place is a complete mess!

This scene startled the others.

Squeeze...

It's gone before we even met?

Is it because the female ghost wants them to go in and find her like Zhao Yi did?

Although Zhao Yi was covered in blood when he came out, at least he looked fine, right?

The third person who was supposed to go on a date quickly borrowed a mirror from someone nearby and began adjusting his attire, preparing to go to the fitting room to find the female ghost. However, the ghost butler appeared beside them the next moment and said in a cold voice:

"The lady of the house is in a bad mood, so today's date is canceled. Everyone, please return to your rooms... You are not allowed to come out without the lady of the house's permission."

"I will be checking on your rooms in ten minutes."

It was carrying in its hand the bloodied half of the second date's body, which sent chills down everyone's spines.

They looked at each other, then decided to go back to their rooms.

Ten minutes later, the butler with only half a head came to check on the room.

"report!"

"That Zhao Yi actually openly defied the mistress's orders and ran out of the room. Who knows what he's up to!"

"Yes, I saw it too!"

"Woof! Woof woof woof!!"

When the housekeeper was checking the rooms, someone reported him to the authorities.

They did see Zhao Yi leave here not long ago, but they didn't know where he went.

They were secretly delighted.

Would Zhao Yi, taking advantage of the mistress's favor, openly disobey her orders?

That's practically suicide!

The most dangerous thing for a dog is to openly disobey its owner's commands.

This stupid guy has clearly never even been a dog in the outside world.

This person is so pitiful...

They don't even have the chance to be dogs.

In comparison, some of them felt a surge of pride and superiority.

However, the butler with half a head said something next that left them completely dumbfounded:

"Mr. Zhao is different from you."

"The mistress allowed him to roam freely throughout the manor."

The butler left after he finished speaking.

A strange blue light appeared on their door.

That was a restriction that prohibited them from entering or leaving.

The other trial participants were stunned into silence, their eyes filled with disbelief.

The manor manager just now actually addressed Zhao Yi as "Mr."?

No, what gives him the right?!

What does it mean that the lady of the house allows him to wander around the manor?

Has Zhao Yi's relationship with the female ghost progressed to that extent?

That doesn't make sense!

P.S.: First update. Hope this is quick!

This instance will likely end today, barring any unforeseen circumstances.