My Healing Games

Chapter 775 Clues to the Garden Owner

"To find out what really happened that day, I tried my best to investigate. The butterfly was the only clue I had, but I fought with it for ten years and still failed to catch it. Sometimes I even suspected that the butterfly was not a real person, but a symbol of sin."

Li Xue's teacher did not hide his past. His body could not hold on for long, and his greatest wish in his remaining years was to bring Butterfly to justice.

The old man focused on the garden owner's third sentence, using the butterfly as a starting point, while Han Fei's attention was entirely focused on the garden owner's second sentence.

"Are all thirty children in the orphanage dead? Why exactly thirty? Could the blood-red night be related to the owner of the garden in Xinhu?"

Han Fei had always believed that the main figures behind the Bloodstained Night were Kuangxiao and Yongsheng Pharmaceuticals, but now he realized that things were not so simple and that there were definitely other people present that night.

"Grandpa, the garden owner said you are his third creation, which means he had two more creations before you..." Han Fei's inner thought was—could the Maniac Laughter also be the garden owner's creation? But he didn't dare to say it directly, after all, the existence of the Maniac Laughter couldn't be easily exposed.

“We investigated for a long time but couldn’t find any other works by the garden’s owner. However, we discovered that since that day, many vicious murders with death as their theme have occurred in Shanghai, and these should all be related to the garden’s owner.”

"There's a murder club in the far suburbs of Xinhu. Those beasts treat death and twisted humanity as their creations. I'm certain the garden owner is the operator of the murder club. They score death and find morbid reasons for their crimes. It's all being remotely controlled by that garden owner." Han Fei told the old man everything he knew. When he heard the old man's voice, for some reason, the image of the dancer would always appear in his mind. The blind old man and Li Xue's teacher seemed to be from the same era.

Thinking of this, Han Fei tried asking, "Grandpa, when you were investigating cases before, did you ever encounter someone who was an excellent dancer? He was probably accompanied by an old lady who liked to grow flowers."

“A person who dances very well?” Li Xue’s teacher thought for a long time: “I remember a case related to a dancer. It seems to have been more than ten years ago. The only dance master in Shanghai disappeared. It caused a huge sensation at the time, and many media outlets rushed to report on it. But strangely, the dance master’s family did not report the case or cooperate with our investigation. It seemed that the disappearance of a dancer was something that could not be mentioned.”

"What's that dancer's name?"

"His surname is Li, I forgot his full name, but his granddaughter is also an actress, and you two seem to have worked together on a variety show."

"Worked together?" Han Fei's only variety show appearance, "The Secret Book of April 4th," was banned due to ghost stories (Chapter 606). After careful recollection, he said a name: "Second-tier actress Li Huang?"

"Yes, their whole family is very talented in art and has created many memorable works."

"Grandpa, the dancer's disappearance is definitely not simple. I suggest you reopen the investigation with him as the center and don't overlook anyone around him. We should find something." Han Fei didn't expect to be able to find out the blind old man's identity in reality, which was good news for him.

“I will keep an eye on it.” The old man pondered for a moment. His purpose in calling Han Fei today was not simple: “Han Fei, you have asked me so many questions. I hope you can answer this question for me properly.”

"go ahead."

"Where did you hear the words 'owner of the garden'? In the past ten years, I haven't mentioned it to anyone except my most trusted doctor and colleagues," Li Xue's teacher said in a serious and solemn voice.

"I……"

“You don’t need to answer. I just hope you can always stay clear-headed and know what you’re doing.” Li Xue’s teacher seemed to know something: “A dragon slayer can become a hero, but he may also become a new evil dragon. Many times, fate is just a thought away.”

"Rest assured, no matter how desperate I am, I will never change my original intention."

After Han Fei and Li Xue's teacher ended their call, he went straight to Li Huang's residence based on information provided by Jin Jun, the best paparazzi.

As a well-known actress in Shanghai, Li Huang used to be extremely busy with work, traveling all over the country with her film crew. However, after participating in a variety show with Han Fei, she suspended all her work and stayed home to recuperate.

It's quite strange, really. After filming a variety show, everyone from producer Tang Yi to the guests, except for Han Fei, suffered a severe emotional blow. The show was banned, and everyone's work was suspended.

Around noon, Han Fei quietly arrived at Li Huang's door. He waved at the security camera on the door, and a few seconds later, the security door was opened from the inside. Li Huang, with her hair disheveled, looked at Han Fei in shock at the door.

How did you know I lived here?

"I want to ask you something."

"You can make a phone call!" Li Huang poked her head out of the room and looked around. "Come in quickly!"

"Won't this bother you?"

"You've come all this way, and you're still innocently asking me if I'll be in trouble?" Li Huang grabbed Han Fei and pulled him into her room. "You weren't followed by paparazzi on your way here, were you?"

"A paparazzi told me where your house is." Han Fei stood by the door, unsure whether he should change his shoes. It was his first time visiting another actress's house, and he was a little reserved.

"You're really brave!" Li Huang didn't know how to comment on Han Fei: "I'm almost ten years older than you. If this causes a scandal, it will have a very bad impact on you. A lot of your girlfriend fans and mom fans who like your looks will leave you."

"You really don't need to worry about that. My fans are all law-abiding fans." Han Fei touched his face. He thought Li Huang had a high EQ, and this was probably a roundabout way of praising his good looks.

"I give up. Sit down wherever you like. I'll go get you some drinks." Li Huang tidied her hair. She only just realized that she hadn't put on makeup, was wearing pajamas, and her hair was a mess. "Sorry, I'm a bit sloppy in private."

"I was too abrupt." Han Fei glanced around Li Huang's room. This second-tier female star's home was not even as big as Jin Jun's. It was very simple. On the bookshelf against the wall were all kinds of trophies, a large number of charity donation certificates, and many photos of her with children.

There are very few reports online about Li Huang doing charity work; this actress has been quietly doing good deeds in private.

"Don't look, it's kind of embarrassing." Li Huang, who had changed her clothes and tied her hair up, looked very capable. She held up two drinks in front of the bookshelf and said, "You saved me when we were filming the variety show last time, and I haven't properly thanked you yet. If you ever need any help in the future, just let me know."

Li Huang has a very good personality; she was the only one who wanted to go back to save Han Fei during the recording of the program that day.

"Actually..." Han Fei was still a bit socially awkward. He stared at Li Huang for a while, and the words that Teacher Li Xue had said came to mind again: the dancer's family did not call the police, which meant that the family must have some unspeakable difficulties. What he was doing now was reopening their wounds.

"Why are you being so coy? Just say what's on your mind!" Li Huang placed a drink in front of Han Fei and sat down opposite him. "You saved my life. I'll help you with anything as long as it's legal."

"You probably can't make a decision about this on your own. Could you call your uncle and aunt over as well?" Han Fei wanted to ask about Li Huang's grandfather. When he disappeared, Li Huang was just a little kid, so she certainly didn't know as much as her parents.

"You still want to see my dad and mom?" Li Huang's hand holding the drink froze in mid-air. Her mind went blank for a moment before her cheeks flushed slightly. "I'm warning you, don't joke around with me."

"I'm very serious." Han Fei looked at the juice in the glass. "I know you might find this a bit sudden, but I have to do it."

"No, absolutely not!" Before Han Fei could continue, Li Huang waved her hand.

"Why?" Han Fei hadn't expected Li Huang to refuse so decisively.

“You’re currently in the rising phase of your career, with tremendous potential, and you’re still young, so for whatever reason, I can’t hold you back.” Li Huang earnestly advised Han Fei, “I’ve seen many popular stars ruined by scandals. You need to understand that fame is your halo, but it can also be your shackle. Finish this drink and leave. If unscrupulous media reports anything, just say that I sent you here, and that it has nothing to do with you.”

Their eyes met, and Li Huang looked directly into Han Fei's eyes, not letting her gaze yield in the slightest.

"Are you misunderstanding something?" Han Fei felt that the two were talking about different things: "I've found a case that's related to your grandfather's disappearance, so I hope you can bring your uncle and aunt over so we can review it together."

"The case?" Li Huang remained in the same position for a full three seconds before she reacted. She hurriedly picked up the juice to try and hide her embarrassment, but accidentally choked and started coughing.

"are you OK?"

"You, an actor, are out investigating a case at someone else's house so early in the morning?!"

"So even I would feel a little awkward." Han Fei handed a tissue to Li Huang.

"Can I swear now?" Wiping the juice from the corner of her mouth, Li Huang took a while to compose herself. She sat down opposite Han Fei again, and her face was a little red and hot, whether from the juice or something else.

"This case is crucial, involving more than a dozen lives. I must get to the bottom of it." Han Fei's voice was calm and firm; he was indeed very charismatic when he was serious.

“My grandfather’s disappearance is a taboo subject in our family, but… I can help you persuade my parents.” Li Huang dialed her parents’ number and started a video chat.

The phone was answered after only a few rings. Li Huang's father looked very kind and seemed very happy to receive a call from his daughter.

"Honey, why did you suddenly decide to call home? Don't buy anything for us anymore, we don't need anything, don't waste your money."

"Move aside, let me talk to her for a bit." Li Huang's father had barely begun speaking when Li Huang's mother pushed him out of the phone screen: "Tell me how old you are! In the blink of an eye you'll be forty, and you're still not married? When your father and I were your age..."

As Li Huang's mother was speaking, she suddenly raised an eyebrow. She saw Han Fei reflected in the television screen.

"So young?" Li Huang's mother exclaimed as if she had discovered a new continent, patting her husband's shoulder. "Look! Look!"

"We have guests here, could you please keep your voices down?" Li Huang smiled apologetically at Han Fei. She really wanted to erase her memory of this day. After all, she was the domineering empress on screen, and now her image was almost completely ruined.

"Who is that? They look familiar! Please introduce them to me."

"They're here to investigate a case, please don't do this." Li Huang took her phone and went into the bedroom. A full half hour later, she came out again.

"Don't your uncle and aunt agree?" Han Fei was a little uncertain.

“You can talk to them yourself. I’ve already hinted to them that you’re an informant for the police, someone on their side, but they still won’t listen.” Li Huang handed the phone to Han Fei.

The couple in the video both had serious expressions as they sized up Han Fei: "Kid, we didn't tell you to protect you. Don't get involved. Just focus on being a good actor."

“Uncle and Aunt, I appreciate your kindness, but the old man’s disappearance involves the safety of dozens of people. I cannot stop the investigation just because I might be in danger myself.” Han Fei’s attitude was very firm.

"I'm hanging up. We can't hurt you."

Just as Li Huang's parents were about to hang up the video call, Han Fei suddenly stood up and said, "You might not believe it, but I once met the old man."

He fixed his phone screen in place and pushed the sofa away: "This dance is proof."

With his arms slowly outstretched, Han Fei began to dance the dance called "I".

Time seemed to stand still; Han Fei's dance was like a piece of amber retrieved from the long river of time, recording a moment in the dancer's life.

After the dance ended, Li Huang's parents had incredibly complicated expressions in their eyes, and they ultimately changed their minds.

"Speak, what do you want to ask?"

"Did the old man encounter anything unusual or any unusual people before or after his disappearance? Were there any people of note in the place where you used to live?" The garden owner is an unspeakable being in the deeper world. Discussing him behind his back would lead to the same fate as the gardener, who was almost driven insane. Therefore, Han Fei could only try to find out the garden owner's identity in reality.

“I know who you’re looking for.” Li Huang’s father kept his lips tightly closed, and after a long while, he finally spoke: “We used to live on the edge of the old town, which was the poorest place. One day, when the old man came back from a performance, he found that a family had moved into the old building.”

"New neighbors?"

“That’s right, that family is very special. Both the father and mother are blind, and their child is the eyes and hope of the family.”

(End of this chapter)