Chapter 86: A Day at the Amusement Park

Chapter 86: Chapter 86: A Day at the Amusement Park Note: If you want the continuity of this story consider to join Pãtreon/Flokixy to access advance Chapters and To Support The Daily Update Ruan Zhengzheng’s suffering at the hands of a deceitful man was pitiable, but it did not absolve her of the sin of turning her own child into a ghostly infant and using it to kill and steal fortune for her own benefit. Infants lack complete cognitive ability and cannot comprehend the gravity of their actions or the karmic consequences they incur. They simply obey their master’s commands unconditionally. Judging by the state of this ghostly infant, it was clear that it had already committed murder. This meant that it would be barred from reincarnation for hundreds of years and would instead face punishment in the depths of the eighteen levels of hell. Yaoyao bluntly explained these consequences to Ruan Zhengzheng, but the latter showed no concern whatsoever. In a frenzied tone, she spat, "What does it matter? That man’s spawn doesn’t deserve a good fate anyway." "If it can’t enter the cycle of reincarnation, all the better—it’ll spare others from its harm." Yaoyao’s small face turned icy cold. She couldn’t fathom how a mother could harbor such malice toward her own child. The infant seemed to sense its mother’s disdain. Its grotesque little face slowly buried itself against its chest, and it ceased struggling altogether. This sight inexplicably tugged at Ming Fei’s heartstrings, causing a sharp pang of sorrow. But the next moment, her anger flared violently. Unlike the master, who remained calm and composed, Ming Fei was far less forgiving. Without hesitation, she stepped forward and delivered two resounding slaps across Ruan Zhengzheng’s face. "To hell with you! Die, you wretch!" Ming Fei’s strikes were forceful, the sharp crack echoing through the room. Instantly, Ruan Zhengzheng’s face swelled up alarmingly. "How dare you hit me?! Aaaah, I’ll kill you!" Enraged by the stinging pain on her face, Ruan Zhengzheng struggled fiercely to retaliate. At that moment, Yaoyao raised her tiny hand, summoning an ethereal palm made of spiritual energy. With a slight movement, the massive force pressed Ruan Zhengzheng down onto her knees. "As long as I’m here, you won’t be harming anyone!" "Since you hate it so much, let me sever your maternal bond with it once and for all!" Yaoyao’s large, dark eyes were filled with determination as she extended her hand into the air, making a grabbing motion. A metal plaque flew out from Ruan Zhengzheng’s body, etched with intricate patterns. Far from being beautiful, it exuded an eerie, chilling aura. "You can’t take it away! It belongs to me, aaaah!" As the plaque landed in Yaoyao’s hand, Ruan Zhengzheng, who had moments ago been defiant and arrogant, suddenly lost control. The reason was simple: the plaque was forged using the infant’s bones and blood, serving as the medium through which she controlled it. Once it was gone, the infant would no longer obey her, rendering all her previous efforts futile. No matter how hard she struggled, she couldn’t move an inch and could only unleash a torrent of curses. Yaoyao paid her no heed. With a flick of her wrist, she conjured a ball of spiritual flame. The intense heat instantly reduced the plaque to ashes. The moment it disintegrated, Ruan Zhengzheng felt her connection to the infant vanish completely. Her borrowed fortune, which relied on the infant as a conduit, collapsed without the plaque to sustain the curse. Streams of intangible fortune flowed out of her body, returning to Ming Fei like fledgling birds returning to their nest. Though invisible to Ming Fei, she felt a warm sensation envelop her, akin to basking in sunlight. However, the feeling came and went quickly, leaving her little time to react before the master spoke. "Big Sister Ming, Yaoyao has already retrieved what belongs to you." Ming Fei was momentarily stunned, but upon seeing the master’s bright, innocent eyes, she immediately understood what was meant. "Thank you, Master, thank you!" Relieved that she was no longer cursed as a harbinger of misfortune, Ming Fei couldn’t help but beam with joy. "You’re welcome!" Yaoyao waved her little hand dismissively. With the fortune restored, her mission was successfully completed. She turned to Gu Yu, her voice sweet and chirpy. "Big Brother Seven, shall we go home now?" Seeing his sister’s soft, trusting gaze, Gu Yu straightened up instantly, brimming with resolve. He shook his head. "Not yet. Big Brother Seven will take you out to play!" Thinking about how long his sister had been living with them and how he hadn’t spent much one-on-one time with her, he realized this was the perfect opportunity. "Yes, yes!" Yaoyao’s eyes lit up, and she eagerly suggested that her brother take her to eat delicious food. After all, her mother and grandmother had already prepared plenty of clothes and accessories for her—she didn’t need more. Gu Yu shared the same sentiment, and the two quickly agreed. As for what to do with Ruan Zhengzheng, they left that to Ming Fei. After all, it concerned her directly, and she wouldn’t rely entirely on others to handle it. Leaving the residential complex, Gu Yu took Yaoyao straight to the amusement park—the most famous one in the capital city. While others might have to wait in long lines, the Gu family, as one of the shareholders, enjoyed certain privileges. A single phone call could reserve all the attractions exclusively for them. This was Gu Yu’s original plan, but his sister stopped him. Her reasoning was simple: she thought it was more fun when there were lots of people around. Being the ultimate doting older brother, Gu Yu couldn’t refuse. "Go ahead and have fun, Yaoyao. Big Brother Seven will join you in everything!" In his mind, amusement parks were designed for children and posed no challenge for someone like him. "Mm-hmm!" Yaoyao nodded excitedly. Though the towering metal structures seemed strange to her, the laughter and joy of the adults and children playing on them convinced her that they must be fun. Since she was already there, why not enjoy herself fully? Gu Yu accompanied her enthusiastically—at least, at first. However, he forgot that as a high-level practitioner, Yaoyao’s stamina could easily exhaust even a bull. The initial rides—the carousel, bumper cars, and pirate ship—were manageable for him. But when it came to the Ferris wheel and roller coasters, things took a turn. Especially the ten-loop roller coaster. By the time Gu Yu stumbled off, his legs were trembling uncontrollably, making it difficult for him to stand. Noticing his condition, Yaoyao asked with concern, "Big Brother Seven, are you okay? If you’re tired, Yaoyao can play by herself!" After just a few rides, she had grown to love these thrilling games and couldn’t bear to stop now. Realizing her brother wasn’t doing well, she even learned to suggest playing alone. "No... no problem. Big Brother Seven can handle it." How could Gu Yu admit defeat now? Stubbornly gritting his teeth, he resolved to persevere. But fate is merciless—it punishes all who refuse to admit their limits. Just then, he saw his sister heading toward the 360-degree pendulum ride... Gu Yu’s eyelids twitched violently. He suddenly wished he could travel back in time and slap himself for boasting earlier. Just looking at the pendulum made his breathing hitch. He couldn’t imagine surviving it, let alone getting off alive. His face turned pale and green in rapid succession. Humiliation be damned—they were family, after all! Ultimately, the instinct for self-preservation won out. With lightning-fast reflexes, Gu Yu grabbed Yaoyao’s arm. "Big Brother Seven, what’s wrong?" she asked innocently, tilting her head in confusion. Looking into her pure, guileless eyes, Gu Yu’s throat tightened. His lips quivered for a moment before he managed to whisper faintly. "I... I think maybe..." The words "forget it" lingered stubbornly in his throat, refusing to come out. As Yaoyao’s brows began to furrow slightly... Suddenly, a sharp gunshot pierced the night air.