From Apocalypse To Entertainment Circle (BL)-Chapter 88: Fear, Loyalty, and the Uneasy Pull Toward Sian

The forest was filled with the sound of chewing and the sharp screams of the man, but it didn’t last long. While Sian preferred to prolong the man’s suffering, he had no intention of making the news tomorrow because of this. The filming crew and other contestants were not too far away, and if they came here at this moment, it would be a disaster for Sian.

So, after playing idly with the leaf in his hand for a moment, he let out a final short whistle.

The various insects, as if receiving a command, moved swiftly. Within seconds, they gnawed and chewed at the man’s face, and in just a few minutes, the sobbing and screaming ceased. What remained on the ground was a grotesque corpse, stripped of any recognizable facial features.

"D-Did he... die?" This time, Wan Wan gathered enough courage to speak. She was still trembling and in a pitiful state, but at least her eyes regained traces of life and light.

"Yes! Why? Do you feel sorry for him?" Sian raised an eyebrow and asked, though his question was rhetorical. He didn’t need an answer. Who would pity their killer? That man would have skinned her alive if not for Sian’s timely intervention.

"No... No, I don’t! How could I pity someone like him? He was a depraved murderer, and he was about to kill me if not for your help." Fearing Sian might misunderstand her, Wan Wan stammered, speaking quickly and anxiously.

Then, after a brief hesitation, she asked worriedly, "It’s just... You killed him. Won’t you be in trouble?" Realizing she might have said something wrong, she hurriedly added, "Don’t worry, I swear I won’t say anything about what happened! I only said that because I was worried about you."

Her words were disorganized and chaotic, but Sian understood her meaning. She was afraid the authorities would find evidence linking him to the murder—though he was indeed the killer—and she didn’t want her savior to get into trouble and end up in prison.

"I don’t care whether you keep quiet or not. Either way, no one will believe you even if you open your mouth. As for the police investigation or whatever... did I even touch the man? If I didn’t touch him, how could I have killed him?"

Wan Wan’s eyes widened in shock.

She had been so overwhelmed by fear and anxiety that she had completely overlooked a crucial fact.

Sian had controlled the insects to kill the man.

...Controlling insects?

That didn’t seem like something a normal human could do. And yet, she had witnessed it firsthand—how Sian commanded insects and even snakes with nothing but an ordinary leaf.

But no matter what it was, this wasn’t something she should delve into, nor was it something she should feel curious about. The man had saved her. The least she could do was bury his secrets deep in her heart and never speak of them.

"Stop overthinking. Come, I’ll take you to the hospital. You’re still injured. Besides, I’m exhausted. I just want to go back to my room and sleep."

Sian moved, intending to carry the girl, but someone else beat him to it.

It was Jiao Liangch, who had been treated as if he were invisible by the other two the entire time.

Well, it wasn’t their fault. The man had stood in the same spot all along, unmoving and silent, as if he were lost in his world. He was here, yet not here at the same time. So, who would pay attention to him? fгeewebnovёl.com

Oh, Sian did notice him. Even without his heightened senses, how could he possibly ignore those piercing black eyes that had been staring at him without blinking?

When Sian realized the man was staring at him without any intention of speaking or moving, he simply left him alone. After all, he wasn’t some shy girl. Even if the man had been staring at his completely bare body, he wouldn’t have batted an eye.

Looking was free, and those eyes didn’t belong to him. He couldn’t exactly order them not to look.

"I’ll carry her. You’re tired."

After throwing out those words, Jiao Liangch effortlessly picked Wan Wan up in a princess carry and walked ahead.

At first, Wan Wan was embarrassed—no, terrified. This man was massive. Even though she had witnessed Sian’s strength and cruelty, she still trusted him instinctively and felt comfortable around him. That’s why she had been more than willing to let her "Brother Sian" carry her.

But now...

Out of sheer fear, Wan Wan lowered her head and remained silent, not daring to move.

And so, the group of three left the forest after nearly an hour of walking. None of them spoke a single word throughout the journey.

Once Sian confirmed that the girl’s injuries weren’t too severe and that she would recover quickly with proper care, he left.

Where did he go?

Of course, back to his room in the villa. Don’t tell him he had to return to that ridiculous camping trip. He was afraid that this time, instead of a mere murderer, he might run into a freaking star beast.

Forgive him for his wild imagination, but who could blame him? His entire life was nothing but cases and adventures. Every time he stepped outside, a disaster was bound to happen wherever he went.

For the sake of both his safety and the world’s peace, Sian decided to return to his room and "take shelter."

"You’re not coming back?"

Sian’s words were directed at the tall man following him like a lost puppy. He almost said, I’m not your mother, so why are you following me? But changed his words at the last second.

[Tsk, that height, and those muscles don’t match the puppy-like expression you’re making. I don’t even have defined abs, damn it. I’m so jealous. This body of his looks nothing like my beautiful and strong one].

"I just want to go with you. Can’t I?"

The man was silent for a moment before replying.

Wait... why did Sian hear a hint of coquetry in that icy voice?

No. No way. He must be exhausted and hallucinating. Coquetry? From this guy?

Given his personality and the nature of his work—which wasn’t normal (and it wasn’t)—there was no way he’d ever act gently or coquettishly with him.

Either way, this man was his roommate and had witnessed his actions (his killing of the murderer), so it was fine to keep him around for now. At least until he figured out the man’s thoughts on the incident.

If he decided to turn him into the authorities...

Then he’d have no choice but to find Lan Qisheng and his grandfather to cover it up.

Well, he was sure they wouldn’t let him go to jail. At the very least, he was someone’s wife and someone’s daughter-in-law wasn’t he?

[Speaking of which... I wonder how that big mutt is doing these days. I haven’t called him in two days. I bet he’s in the bathroom getting off right now. That dog goes into heat at least five times a day. Haha, I wonder if he can even go back to being single after getting a taste of the...].

"What are you thinking about?"

Jiao Liangch had been following Sian through the villa’s corridor, and as they neared their room, he caught a glimpse of a warm smile on Sian’s beautiful face.

It wasn’t the same sharp, dangerous smile he had given the murderer, nor was it his usual shallow daily grin. This was a sincere smile, one that came from his heart. His eyes even crinkled, glowing with a beautiful golden light.

Just one look, and you could tell Sian was genuinely happy in that moment.

What kind of memories made him smile like that?

Who was it that could make Sian smile so sweetly?

Why doesn’t Sian ever smile at him like that?

[Wait! What am I thinking? Why should he smile at me? What does it have to do with me who he smiles at?!]

Jiao Liangch was suffering from an internal crisis, but his face remained as expressionless as ever.

Sian, who heard the question, said as he unlocked the door with his key, "Nothing. I’m going to take a shower first. I hope you don’t mind."

"Oh, that’s fine. I’m not in a hurry. Shall we talk about what happened in the forest after you’re done?"

"No. I’m exhausted and need to sleep. I can barely stay conscious of the fatigue. If you want to talk about anything, wait until I wake up in the morning."

After saying that, Sian wasted no time. He grabbed his clothes and quickly entered the bathroom.

Meanwhile, Jiao Liangch stared at the closed door for a moment, lost in his thoughts. He took a few light steps forward until he stood directly in front of the bathroom door.

A few seconds later, Jiao Liangch lifted his hand and grasped the doorknob as if possessed by something unseen.

...At that moment, his dark eyes flashed as if suddenly awakening. Snapping out of it, he quickly let go of the doorknob, stepped back, and left the room.

Inside the bathroom, Sian, who was supposedly "showering," was standing against the wall beside the door.

When he noticed the man leaving the room, he raised an eyebrow before finally heading for his shower.