Chapter 233: Breaking a Sweat, Prison Shin

Chapter 233: Chapter 233: Breaking a Sweat, Prison Shin

Originally, he was just slightly curious, wanting to see what gift Haruko had given Ichiko.

A scarecrow doll.

Logically speaking, a small doll wouldn’t move, so there was nothing to be scared of.

But Shin didn’t know if it was his imagination; the moment he pulled the zipper, accompanied by a low "zzzzz" sound of fabric being pulled.

A thin, withered, and twisted hand, made of somewhat fuzzy material, seemed to climb and pull towards the edge of the bag, and a scarecrow’s head slowly emerged.

Originally, a pair of dark red pupils, deep and empty.

But the moment it saw Shin, a strange light suddenly flashed.

It just stared quietly at the man, its mouth splitting into a strange arc, as if mocking his timidity, or perhaps excited by what was about to happen next.

It’s awake, hunting time!

Shin swallowed, feeling his scalp tingle, and his hand trembled, almost dropping the bag on the ground.

How familiar those red vertical pupils were!

They were practically identical to Haruko’s!

Shin felt his mouth trembling slightly, and looked to the side, "Su... Ichiko, this... this doll of yours..."

Ichiko tilted her head, "What’s wrong with the doll?"

Her gaze fell upon it; the doll was just normally placed inside the bag.

Because it was a bit large, the bag had trouble holding it, so it popped out when the zipper was opened.

But Ichiko’s simple sentence made Shin feel as if he had a thorn in his back.

The way this doll was looking at him, it was like it wanted to—eat people!

He lightly coughed, and forced a smile, "N-nothing, this doll, it’s quite cute."

"After all, it’s Haruko’s gift."

"Haha, that’s true."

After all, it was just a doll, it just looked a little scary.

Shin glanced back again.

He didn’t know if it was his imagination, but he always felt like this doll was constantly staring at him.

The slight feeling of panic in his heart became more obvious when he met those crystal-like red pupils.

Could it be haunted?

Like Haruko faking her death, then having a master perform a ritual, and then possessing this doll.

Thinking of the "boot password" he had mentioned at the Hospital.

Shin shivered, and quickly stuffed the bag back to Ichiko, "Um, here, I’ll give this back to you."

But Ichiko didn’t take it, put it back in Shin’s hand, and followed Akina into the changing room.

Shin lowered his head and was looking into Haruko’s eyes again.

A true staring contest.

He was silent for a long time, then slowly placed the bag on the sofa.

He even deliberately turned the scarecrow’s back towards himself.

"Inari, do you think that little doll is strange?"

His question made the sunny big boy glance over, "No, I think it’s quite cute."

Could it really be his imagination?

Inari glanced at Shin again, "Speaking of which, didn’t you just get dressed? Why are you taking your clothes off again?"

"Uh... it’s a bit hot, my undershirt got a little sweaty, I’m going to change."

At the same time, Akina also brought Ichiko to the changing room, "Miss Su, I’ve prepared three dresses for you in total, just wear whichever one you like."

Ichiko looked at the three dresses of varying luxury displayed on the hanger.

The most flamboyant, without exaggeration, was the first one, adorned with countless accessories, a long dress trailing on the floor like a princess from a fairy tale.

Probably most women couldn’t refuse such a dreamy white dress.

However, Ichiko only glanced at it before automatically skipping it.

She chose the third dress, which was the most ordinary and plain.

Akina raised an eyebrow and said, "If you think the first one is too flamboyant, the second one would be better."

"The second one is a bit too revealing, I’ll just wear the third one."

Akina lightly chuckled behind her hand, "Miss Su is really reserved. Most women’s dresses are off-shoulder."

However, Ichiko still shook her head.

Because I had an agreement with her.

In public settings, not to dress too revealingly or flamboyantly.

Moreover, the main characters on their side were Inari and Akina, the two of them coordinated in red and blue, they would definitely be one of the focal points of the venue.

She was just here to see that Divine Doctor, being a bit reserved and acting as a foil would be fine.

However, her appearance was naturally good, and her figure was also very good.

Ten minutes after Akina stepped away, when Ichiko walked out wearing the cinched, elegant dress, she still amazed the few people present.

The light purple dress carried a touch of vintage elegance, reserved and subtle. There were also scattered faint patterns on the fabric, vaguely resembling twinkling stars.

A slender purple silk ribbon was tied around her waist, gently cinching her graceful figure. The ends of the ribbon hung down, adorned with a few sparkling gems that swayed slightly; this was the most luxurious part of the entire outfit.

At first glance, it wasn’t particularly striking, but if one first focused their gaze on Ichiko’s face and then looked at her full body, they would definitely be amazed by the young girl’s beauty.

The reactions of the few people present varied.

Inari looked to the side somewhat awkwardly, trying his best to show his polite and gentlemanly side.

Shin only glanced at it, and never looked directly at Ichiko from beginning to end.

Akina, on the other hand, smiled, her eyes full of admiration.

Among everyone, the one who was watching most intently and captivated was the scarecrow hidden in the bag.

Akina walked around Ichiko, examining her, "Really good, even like this, I feel you can become a dazzling star at the birthday banquet."

Ichiko smiled shyly, "Akina Jie is joking, I can’t compare to you."

"Alright, no more mutual flattery. I’ll do your hair, and then we’ll get ready to leave."

Speaking of getting ready, it wasn’t much trouble; they didn’t even need much makeup. The few of them then got into Inari’s car.

Shin immediately stuffed the bag to Ichiko, "You should hold your bag yourself. There won’t be anywhere to put it on you during the banquet."

Considering the overall streamlined feel and fit, the dress was not designed with pockets.

And Ichiko’s bag, being affordable and cheap, looked very out of place with the dress.

What’s more, there were quite a few things inside the bag.

Ichiko said, "I’ve prepared a small clutch that can hold a phone, but this doll is quite big..."

Inari, who was driving, glanced back, "Then just don’t bring the doll, put it in the car."

After speaking, he suddenly took another breath.

Reaching out to touch the back of his neck, "That’s strange, why does it feel a bit cold? I didn’t turn on the cold air on the air conditioner."

Ichiko hesitated for a moment, then tied Haruko around her waist, "I’ll just take it in like this. Anyway, I’m not the main character, the focus of the banquet will be more on you guys, I’m just a nobody."

She was still more willing to believe Haruko.

This doll might really bring her good luck!

It was approaching five-thirty, the winter dusk was halfway over, and night was about to fall.

The few of them arrived just in front of a villa estate. Before they even drove into the parking lot, everyone collectively squinted their eyes.

At the entrance of the estate, a young man in a white suit was surrounded by many people, like stars gathered around the moon.

His mysterious aura involuntarily attracted attention, and in an instant, a thought arose in everyone’s minds.

This person is that Divine Doctor who has recently risen to fame!

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