Dream King

Chapter 1

Volume One: Farewell to the Mortal World, Chapter One: The Strange Guest

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Venus Tower is an ordinary office building in the city, with only fourteen floors.

Three years ago, Good Luck Express Company rented a room on the second floor here and gradually developed into the top express company in the city and even the province.

"Xiao Wenbing, the boss wants to see you." The boss's female secretary, Zhang Yaqi, pushed open the door and called softly.

"They're here."

Xiao Wenbing responded and strode into the general manager's office.

There were two people sitting inside. The one behind the boss's desk was Cheng Yifei, the business prodigy who founded and expanded Good Luck Lai.

Xiao Wenbing glanced at the other one, and his heart skipped a beat.

He was a handsome man, exuding a strong and masculine aura. However, what truly made Xiao Wenbing's heart tremble was the subtle sense of danger emanating from him.

Although he didn't know why he suddenly had this feeling, Xiao Wenbing could clearly feel it, and he subconsciously leaned closer to his boss.

“Mr. Lu, this is Xiao Wenbing, our company’s most reliable employee. If you need to ship something, just contact him. I can guarantee that unless there are unforeseen circumstances, we will fulfill your request satisfactorily.”

Xiao Wenbing's eyelids rolled upwards slightly.

The boss is lying again. What does "irresistible reason" even mean?

In fact, in most cases where an accident occurs, this sentence can be used to deflect blame.

His business acumen has become increasingly sophisticated. No wonder he's been making a fortune and rising steadily in recent years.

Mr. Lu stood up, his gaze lingering on Xiao Wenbing for a moment, a hint of surprise flickering in his eyes. After a while, he said in a deep voice, "Manager Cheng, I would like to invite this Mr. Xiao to a casual meal and ask him a few questions. Is that alright?"

Xiao Wenbing felt a chill run down his spine. What kind of look was that? Could it be that he had encountered one of those...?

The smile on his face froze instantly.

"Of course, please do as you please." Cheng Yifei stood up with a smile and turned to Xiao Wenbing, saying, "Wenbing, take good care of Mr. Lu. I'll pay the bill."

Mr. Lu nodded to him and led Xiao Wenbing out of the office.

"Mr. Xiao, where are we going?" Mr. Lu asked abruptly.

"What?" Xiao Wenbing was stunned, almost shouting out loud. It was clearly your suggestion about eating, how did it turn out like this?

“I’m not familiar with this area, so I don’t know where the good restaurants are. If Mr. Xiao knows, please show me the way.”

“Sure.” Xiao Wenbing smiled. “Our fourteenth floor is a revolving restaurant. You can enjoy the city view while dining up there. It’s a win-win situation. Would you like to give it a try, Mr. Lu?”

To be honest, he didn't want to stay with this person because he always gave him a dangerous feeling, but he couldn't disobey his boss's orders.

Although he hadn't really cared about the job, Boss Cheng was a good person, and he really didn't want to leave unless absolutely necessary.

Upon arriving upstairs, Xiao Wenbing initially wanted to choose a window seat, but Lu Jun immediately rejected the idea.

Fortunately, it wasn't peak dining time, and there were only a few tables occupied.

They easily found a small private room.

"Mr. Lu, are you here to ship some items?"

"Yes."

"Are you looking to ship valuables? If so, I suggest you..."

"My name is Lu Jun."

"Uh..." Suddenly interrupted so rudely, Xiao Wenbing chuckled to himself, silently reminding himself, "He's a customer, he's God, I shouldn't offend him."

In fact, even if he had the courage, he wouldn't dare offend the man in front of him who gave him an extremely dangerous feeling.

"You have excellent aptitude; you possess spiritual roots."

"Huh...what? Ah...yes, yes."

Xiao Wenbing made excuses, but a bead of cold sweat broke out on his forehead. Could it be that he had encountered a charlatan today? Or perhaps the kind of charlatan with peculiar hobbies?

However, this person doesn't seem like it at all, and even a shrewd boss wouldn't dare to be rude to him, which shows that he is definitely not simple.

"It's a pity I'm too busy to take care of myself right now, otherwise..." Lu Jun said with regret.

"Sigh, that's a real pity," Xiao Wenbing thought to himself. What do you mean you're too busy to take care of yourself? What does it have to do with me? Luckily you're too busy, otherwise, if you made any unreasonable demands, I'd just have to pack my bags and leave.

Lu Jun reached out and placed two items on the table.

One item was a sealed safe with a seal on it.

The other item was a piece of dark yellow paper.

"These are the items I need to check in."

Xiao Wenbing looked at the two objects with surprise, then stole a glance at Lu Jun.

Although the safe wasn't large, it was definitely not something you could fit in your pocket.

The two of them came up together, and Xiao Wenbing was certain that Lu Jun was not carrying anything in his hands when he came up.

Besides, it's summer now, and people wear less clothing. If someone were to carry this safe on their person, it would definitely be quite conspicuous.

So where did this thing come from?

Xiao Wenbing felt a deep curiosity about Lu Jun's profession. Could he be a magician, the kind of magician who is good at making people disappear on stage?

Sensing Xiao Wenbing's surprised and uncertain gaze, Lu Jun smiled slightly and offered no explanation.

He pointed to the two items and said, "Take them to Xiaoputuo."

"Little Putuo? Little Putuo in Dongqian Lake?" Xiao Wenbing asked in surprise.

Yes, that's it.

Xiao Wenbing nodded repeatedly, staring at Lu Jun's face, but after a long while, he still couldn't tell that Lu Jun had any intention of speaking.

He had been to Xiaoputuo once. In his memory, it was a place with nothing but water and mountains, a cave, and a few temples.

Besides that, I don't remember anything else.

However, that place isn't very big, but it's not exactly small either.

If this thing is sent to Xiaoputuo, who should we give it to? We can't just throw it on the ground when we get there.

"Hehe..." With a broad smile, Xiao Wenbing cautiously asked, "So, do you have a more specific address?"

"Ah..." Lu Jun sighed in surprise, "I forgot to mention that."

Xiao Wenbing's smile grew even brighter. That's more like it; otherwise, this thing couldn't be delivered.

However, what Lu Jun said next surprised and bewildered him even more.

"When you get there, burn this talisman, and someone will naturally guide you."

If there were a mirror in front of him, Xiao Wenbing would definitely see himself with his mouth wide open in a very unseemly manner.

If the other party is not a customer that the boss specifically instructed not to offend, and if this man does not give off a very dangerous and unapproachable feeling.

He would have punched him long ago... no, he's a civilized man, so he wouldn't resort to violence. At most, he would have just walked away.

“You are not yet a member of the Taoist sect, so it is natural that you do not understand its mysteries. However…” Lu Jun looked at him with a hint of envy: “However, if you are willing to join my sect, your future achievements will surely be extraordinary.”

Xiao Wenbing's facial muscles were already somewhat stiff. Due to his profession, he had seen all sorts of customers, and there were indeed quite a few with unusual hobbies, but Lu Jun's obsession to this extent was unique.

"Excuse me, I'd like to ask what's in this safe?"

Lu Jun's expression changed, and a sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

As if a bucket of ice water had been poured over his head, Xiao Wenbing couldn't help but shiver.

Why are you asking this?

“It’s standard practice, it’s standard practice.” Xiao Wenbing quickly explained, “It’s the rule of our line of work. We need to know what the customer is entrusting us with. If there is a loss… no, if there is a loss caused by force majeure, we can discuss a compensation plan and standard.”

Lu Jun's expression grew increasingly cold.

Xiao Wenbing could no longer maintain his steady smile. He felt as if he were being stared at by a venomous snake, and that he could lose his life at any moment.

Lu Jun suddenly seemed to sense something. He looked up, gazed into the distance, and murmured, "They're here? So fast..."

Xiao Wenbing breathed a sigh of relief. If he had continued to be stared at by that gaze, he would have had a heart attack.

"You don't need to know this. Your company simply cannot afford to pay for this. I hope you can get it delivered as soon as possible."

“This…” Xiao Wenbing looked troubled, but dared not refuse.

"In short, remember this: if the goods arrive, you will receive an unexpected and immense benefit. However, if anything goes wrong, I will make you wish you were dead."

Was this a threat? A surge of anger welled up in Xiao Wenbing's heart.

"Don't think I'm exaggerating. Be careful."

Perhaps sensing Xiao Wenbing's thoughts, Lu Jun reached out and pointed at him from a distance.

Without any warning, a sudden, excruciating pain struck Xiao Wenbing's entire body. He abruptly collapsed onto his seat, curled up, his face drained of color, and his internal organs felt as if they were being twisted into a pretzel.

It felt as if a million tiny needles were constantly pricking him. The sensation made him wish he could die immediately rather than continue to suffer this extreme pain that was worse than death.

He opened his mouth wide, but apart from heavy breathing, like a broken bellows, he could not make any other sound.

Fortunately, the feeling came and went quickly. In just a few breaths, it vanished without a trace.

Xiao Wenbing looked at Lu Jun with lingering fear, his gaze as if he were looking at a devil.

“I have marked you. If you cannot safely deliver the goods to Xiaoputuo within a month, then… you will live in the same pain forever.”

Xiao Wenbing shuddered violently. That heart-wrenching, unforgettable feeling was too much to bear even once. To live in that kind of pain forever would indeed be a cruel punishment, a situation where one could neither live nor die.

Lu Jun stood up, staring at Xiao Wenbing's terrified face. Suddenly, a near-seductive smile appeared on his face: "Don't be surprised, it's just a little trick. Want to learn?"

Subconsciously, Xiao Wenbing nodded.

Lu Jun's voice softened, carrying a seductive power: "If you can deliver the item, I can teach you. I guarantee you'll master it within ten years. Remember, one month. I... I'll wait for you."

Xiao Wenbing's vision blurred, and Lu Jun vanished into thin air, disappearing from his sight.

A chill ran from the soles of his feet straight up to the top of his head. Xiao Wenbing's gaze hesitated as he looked around the private room before finally settling on the safe and the dark yellow paper.