Fast Travel Absurdity Sutra

The afternoon sun shines through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows of the cafe, sprinkling on the ground like stars, and the interweaving of light and shadow creates a warm and comfortable picture.

The air is filled with the rich aroma of coffee, and soft jazz music flows by your ears like the gurgling of water. Occasionally, the whispered sounds of guests sitting next to you can be heard, adding a leisurely atmosphere to this small world.

Lantian arrived at the agreed coffee shop on time and chose a seat by the window. After a while, Liu Qian walked in gracefully.

She was wearing an off-white dress today, which was tailored just right, making her well-maintained figure look even more graceful. Her fair face was delicately made up, with a faint smile on the corner of her mouth. She exuded an elegant temperament, and her every move showed her charm.

"Lantian, long time no see!"

Liu Qian greeted him warmly, gently pulling a chair over and sitting down gracefully. Her eyes swept over Lan Tian, ​​a subtle hint of curiosity etched in them.

Lantian also responded with a smile:

"Hello, Aunt Liu. It's been a while since we last met. You seem to be getting better and better. I'm really envious of you."

Liu Qian covered her mouth and laughed, her laughter was crisp and pleasant, but her eyes drifted to the menu on the table. She flipped through it casually, but she said casually:

"Oh, I've been thinking about you a lot lately. I wonder how she's doing now? I heard she wasn't feeling well, and I can't let it go. You're familiar with her, so you must know something about her situation, right?"

As Liu Qian spoke, she tilted her head slightly, her eyes full of concern, but there was still a hint of anxiety hidden deep in her eyes, as she was hoping to hear some specific news from Lantian.

Lantian's heart moved slightly, but with a faint smile on his face, he picked up the coffee cup in front of him, took a sip, and after feeling the bitterness and aroma of the coffee spreading on his tongue, he said calmly:

"Aunt Liu, thank you for your concern. Xin Tian is still quite weak and is recuperating at home."

As he spoke, Lantian quietly watched the changes in Liu Qian's expression.

Liu Qian frowned slightly, then quickly relaxed.

The subtle change in that moment did not escape Lantian's eyes and revealed her true thoughts.

Liu Qian immediately responded:

"Oh, then you have to take good care of it. It's really painful. Oh, by the way, did the doctor tell you what the problem is? I know a few reliable experts who may be able to help. If you need help, I can introduce you to them."

Liu Qian leaned forward slightly, her face full of enthusiasm.

But Lantian vaguely felt that there seemed to be another reason behind this enthusiasm.

Lantian smiled and waved his hand, saying:

"Aunt Liu, thank you for your kindness. But the doctor is still examining it carefully. It's just some old ailments."

Having said that, Lantian deliberately showed a somewhat shy expression.

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"You know what I am. I, I, I, have some old injuries on my body. It was Li San who hit some of my internal organs and caused some problems. This will take a long time to recover."

In reality, the original owner's body had long been incredibly healthy after being treated with the Marrow Cleansing Pill. The last time she went to the hospital for an injury assessment, she had simply asked Desser Ergou to adjust some of the data on the instrument to reflect the original owner's body.

As for appearance, Lantian didn't move at all.

Except for the original owner's face, she did not touch the scars on other parts of the body. She just wanted people to see it and think that there was nothing wrong with the conclusion of serious injury.

"Aunt Liu, my body needs to be slowly recuperated before it can get better. I won't bother you to introduce an expert for now."

Lantian knew that Liu Xi's constant questioning meant that things were definitely not that simple, so he had to be cautious and not reveal too much.

A barely perceptible trace of disappointment flashed across Liu Qian's eyes.

However, she thought she hid it well.

Unfortunately, Lantian had been watching and had seen it clearly.

Liu Qian continued:

"Oh, Lantian, I really hope Xintian can get better soon. With her frail body, wouldn't it be inconvenient for her to go about her daily life? For example, can she handle going out for a walk or shopping?"

As Liu Xi spoke, she gently stirred the coffee in front of her with a small spoon, her movements very natural.

But there was a hint of nervousness in his words, as if he cared a lot about the answer.

Lantian became more alert, but still maintained a friendly smile on his face.

"Sister Liu Xi, I'm fine for now. I just need to rest more. I can still do simple things on my own. If I go out, I'll occasionally go out for a walk and get some fresh air. What's wrong? You seem quite worried about my health?"

Lantian asked this question deliberately, wanting to see how Liu Xi would continue.

Liu Qian was stunned for a moment, then laughed and said:

"Oh, I'm just concerned. You're Xinxin's child, after all, and you're my junior. I'm worried that if you're not well, you might have a hard time. I'm your father's childhood sweetheart. Now, he's gone. I'll help in any way I can. So, how are you feeling? Are you feeling okay?"

Liu Qian cleverly diverted the topic elsewhere, but her eyes were always fixed on Lantian, not wanting to miss any opportunity to obtain useful information.

Lantian was secretly wondering in his heart, what was Liu Xi's intention in asking about Xintian's physical condition in such a roundabout way today?

He must have some ulterior motive, so I have to be more careful.

Thinking of this, Lantian's eyes became deeper, but the smile on his face remained natural and friendly, and he replied:

"My mental state is sometimes good and sometimes bad, but generally it's okay. I've learned to adjust myself now. Just don't keep things to yourself. Aunt Liu, you see, I'm pretty good at adjusting myself, too. Aunt Liu, don't worry too much."

At this moment, Xin Tian's soul was floating quietly behind Lan Tian. She looked at the scene in front of her with a blank face, her heart full of doubts.

In her impression, Liu Xi had been to Xin Xin's villa several times.

He seems quite friendly at ordinary times, but I really don’t have much in common with him. I always feel like there is something between us.

Now, this seemingly concerned inquiry made her feel a little uneasy.

After hearing Lantian's answer, Liu Qian nodded, and the smile on her face seemed to become even brighter. She said:

"Oh, that's good, that's good. I hope you can get back to good health soon. If you're not in good health, you won't have the energy to do anything. It's really torturous."

Liu Qian spoke enthusiastically, but in her heart she was still thinking about how to get more information out of Xin Tian so as to find out the specific situation of Xin Tian now. After all, this matter was very important to her.

Lantian agreed with Liu Qian verbally, but he became more and more certain in his heart that Liu Qian's main purpose of this meeting was to inquire about Xintian's physical condition in a tactful way.

But she still hasn't figured out what she's up to, so she needs to find out more.

This seemingly ordinary meeting in the coffee shop was actually undercurrents beneath the surface peace, and both people had their own thoughts.

The reason behind this is hidden in the conversations and casual expressions, waiting to be revealed slowly.

After drinking some coffee, Lantian really felt tired. Acting was so tiring.

Not to mention, now her spiritual power is limited, and it is too tiring to always use mental power.

Lantian returned home alone.

She sat on the sofa by the window, the warm afternoon sun shining on her body, but it could not dispel the fog of doubt in her heart.

The surroundings were extremely quiet, with only the ticking sound of the clock on the wall, as if setting the beat for the quiet atmosphere.

Lantian frowned, his hands tapping unconsciously on the armrest of the sofa, his mind constantly recalling Liu Xi's every move and every word in the coffee shop.

At this moment, the slightly teasing voice of the system's self-deprecating Ergou suddenly came to my mind:

"Hey, Lantian, look at your frown, you could pinch a fly to death, and you're still thinking about Liu Qian?"

Lantian responded in his heart unhappily:

"Nonsense! Liu Xi's been asking all sorts of questions today, and it's obvious she has bad intentions. How can I not think about what she's planning?"

As he spoke, Lantian's eyes became deep, his face full of thought, his fingers stopped tapping, and he supported his chin.

The cocky Ergou laughed, and the sound echoed in Lantian's mind:

"Yeah, I also think that woman is not simple. Who do you think she is? Is she related to Zhao Chansheng, whom we investigated earlier? Maybe she is the hidden force behind Zhao Chansheng."

Lantian nodded slightly, with a hint of approval in his eyes.

She stood up and paced slowly around the room, saying:

"I have the same suspicion, but I don't have any evidence at the moment. Xin Tian herself is clueless and doesn't know anything. I tried to ask her a few questions today, but I couldn't get any information out of her."

Having said that, Lantian sighed helplessly, stopped, and looked out the window. The sunlight shone on her face, reflecting her slightly worried expression.

Just as Lantian and Deser Dog were speculating with each other, Deser Dog suddenly shouted excitedly:

"Wow, Lantian, big news! The system has released a new hidden plot, come and take a look!" The voice was full of excitement, as if some rare treasure had been discovered.

Lantian quickly concentrated his mind and checked the newly emerged hidden plot in his mind.

As she watched, her eyes widened, her face filled with shock, and she couldn't help but blurt out:

"What? Liu Xi is actually possessed by Moana!"

She froze there with her mouth slightly open, and it took her a long time to come back to her senses.

The arrogant Ergou also said loudly:

"Oh my, this is so unexpected! I never thought that in the previous two worlds, the one who finally ascended was Moana, and she even devoured Zhao Chansheng's soul and ascended directly. This method is too cruel!"

There was a hint of surprise in Ergou's voice, and he was also shocked by the hidden plot.

Lantian took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. She sat back on the sofa, stroking her chest with her hand, and said slowly:

"This is so strange, Ergou. You said that Moana ascended in the end. No wonder I always have to come back here? Could it be that because we didn't realize it was her who ascended, the world collapsed the first two times? But then again, Moana had already ascended before. Could it be that she left something crucial behind when she ascended that she needs to recover in this world?"

As Lantian spoke, his brows slightly furrowed, his eyes full of confusion, and his fingers unconsciously drew circles on the armrest of the sofa.

Desser Ergou was silent for a moment, thinking seriously, and then said:

"Hmm... It's possible. Perhaps something went wrong during her ascension. Although she devoured Zhao Chansheng's soul, she didn't completely stabilize her realm. Now, she discovered that there is an opportunity in this world that can help her completely stabilize or even advance, so she appeared in Liu Qian's body."

The boastful voice of Ergou echoed in Lantian's mind, with a hint of speculation. It imagined various possible situations, and its speech speed unconsciously slowed down.

Lantian nodded slightly and continued, "That makes sense, but there's another possibility. Think about it, is there something special about Xintian that Moana is afraid of or coveting? After all, she was asking about Xintian's physical condition in a roundabout way today, which definitely wasn't without reason."

As Lantian spoke, her eyes became sharp. She sat up straight, clasped her hands together, and a serious expression appeared on her face.

"So, the key to everything still lies with Xin Tian. Every time, they have to find ways to destroy Xin Tian in order to get the opportunity."

Ergou quickly agreed, "Yeah, yeah, yeah, how could I have forgotten that! Xin Tian is indeed quite mysterious. Ever since we met her, I've felt like she's hiding a lot of secrets. Maybe Moana knows something and thinks Xin Tian will affect her current plans, or maybe Xin Tian has some treasure or something that can help her improve her strength."

The more Ergou spoke, the more excited he became, his voice even rising a few notches. He had already confirmed this guess.

Just as the two of them were discussing heatedly and trying to sort out their thoughts, Demou Ergou suddenly said loudly:

"Lantian, this is terrible! The system just issued a new task, and it's actually to stop Moana from ascending! It seems that she came back this time with ulterior motives, wanting to ascend again and gain more powerful power. We can't let her succeed!"

The arrogant Ergou's tone became serious and anxious, with less arrogance than usual, and full of the importance he attached to this difficult task.

When Lantian heard this, she was stunned at first, then a hint of determination flashed in her eyes. She stood up suddenly and walked back and forth quickly in the room, as if she wanted to vent all the tension and determination in her heart through her footsteps.

She gritted her teeth and said:

"Stop Moana's ascension? That's no easy task. Since she was able to devour another soul and successfully ascend once, she must be very powerful. But no matter what, since the mission has been assigned to us, there's no reason for us to back down."

Lantian stopped and looked out the window at the sky which was already tinged with twilight. Her clenched fists trembled slightly, showing that although she was nervous at the moment, she had an extremely firm belief.

Ergou quickly agreed, "Yes, Lantian, this is definitely not easy, but we are not without advantages. She is now occupying Liu Xi's body, so she may be subject to some restrictions. Moreover, we know her identity and purpose in advance, so we have the upper hand."

Ergou tried to speak in a more relaxed tone, trying to ease the tense atmosphere, but there was still a hint of uncertainty in his words.

Lantian took a deep breath and said slowly:

"You're right, Ergou. We must first find out her specific plan and see how she intends to ascend again, and then find a way to disrupt her plan. Perhaps we can start with the original owner, Xin Tian's body, and ourselves. Since she is so concerned about Xin Tian, ​​Xin Tian might be hiding the key."

As Lantian spoke, he fell into deep thought, his brows furrowed, his eyes focused, and he had already begun to plan a response strategy in his mind.

Desire Dog also said: "Yeah, that makes sense! Then we have to act quickly. We can't let Moana realize that we already know her secret. We have to investigate secretly and catch her off guard."

At this time, the arrogant Ergou put away his usual playful smile and became serious. He knew that this mission was of great importance and could not be sloppy at all.

Lantian nodded slightly, with a determined look in her eyes. She said softly but forcefully:

"Okay, let's get started. No matter what, we must stop Moana from ascending again. We must not let her conspiracy succeed."

After saying this, she seemed to be filled with strength, ready to take on this unknown and dangerous challenge.

The atmosphere in the room became solemn and full of fighting spirit. As night fell, Lantian and Dese Ergou officially embarked on the difficult journey to prevent Moana from ascending. No one could predict the outcome of this contest.