Memory inheritor

Chapter 213 Time

Chapter 213 Time (Part 2)

Wei Hongsi felt that Zhang Shuqiu's situation was extremely similar to his own inability to recall when he first saw the ghostly writing.

This should prove that there is still a subconscious firewall in Zhang Shuqiu's mind, and when she wants to say something but can't, she will show signs of irritability.

This also indicates that the timeframe was very special and must have involved the secrets of Uncle Zhang or that organization; otherwise, the subconscious firewall would not have blocked this information.

Zhang Shuqiu doesn't need to force herself to think about this, because this timeframe is verifiable. She mentioned yesterday that her father wasn't in Xicheng during that period. If her brother can find out when Uncle Zhang left Xicheng, he can get a relatively accurate timeframe.

Wei Hongsi asked this question to confirm whether Uncle Zhang left Xicheng during that period because of the book "The Story of Time".

Although that book was printed six years ago, it must have been written much earlier.

Wei Hongsi was one year ahead of Zhang Shuqiu; when Wei was in his senior year of high school, Zhang Shuqiu was in his junior year.

According to her mother's description, Zhang Shuqiu may have started merging memories in her first year of high school. So, after a year, it is entirely possible that she wrote "The Story of Time".

Perhaps Uncle Zhang left Xicheng after seeing the manuscript of that book? At least that reason is sufficient. Next time there's an opportunity, I can verify this with Zhang Shuqiu.

There were some questions that Wei Hongsi really wanted to know the answers to, but he didn't dare to ask Zhang Shuqiu rashly when she was sober. If he accidentally triggered her "circuit breaker mechanism," things would be terrible.

Yesterday, before Zhang Shuqiu got drunk, he took the initiative to ask why she "pretended not to know him," which shows that this question was at least safe.

Seeing that Zhang Shuqiu's emotions had calmed down, Wei Hongsi said, "Actually, I want to tell you that I wasn't pretending not to know you at that time, but rather that I had lost all my memories of you."

Zhang Shuqiu opened his mouth, but then fell silent and lowered his head, saying nothing.

Wei Hongsi said, "It's okay, just listen to me."

The subconscious firewall set up by Uncle Zhang's organization serves a similar function to that of the Light Guide Society, preventing internal threats but not external ones, so it's fine to just listen without speaking.

"You probably know more about my childhood experiences than I do. I'm aware of my situation, so I've been trying to find a way to cope. My method is to completely cut off my memories related to your father, which includes you."

"Although I don't know how I did it yet, the mystery will be solved sooner or later. The memories I deliberately severed weren't completely lost; they were just preserved in another form. Now I'm gradually recovering those memories, and I've already remembered some things from our childhood."

"You have to believe me, this is a good thing, the changes are within a controllable range. I haven't accepted those external memories, and those things don't affect me. You can rest assured about that."

As Wei Hongsi spoke, Zhang Shuqiu looked up several times, as if she wanted to say something, a hint of anxiety in her eyes.

Wei Hongsi then used his eyes and gestures to reassure her and keep her calm.

After saying this, Zhang Shuqiu calmed down, a smile appearing on her face, a mixture of relief and relief: "The fact that you can say these words proves that you haven't been lost, so I'm relieved."

Upon hearing her say this, Wei Hongsi asked, "Didn't you almost lose yourself once?"

Zhang Shuqiu nodded, then smiled and pointed at Wei Hongsi: "But I've found myself again, provided you don't lose yourself."

Wei Hongsi couldn't help but smile. It seemed that his speculation about her consciousness anchor point shift was correct. He said, "Over the years, I have been researching how to solve my own problems. I believe your problems can also be completely solved."

Zhang Shuqiu remained silent for a moment, then nodded and said, "I believe in you. You can definitely do it."

Wei Hongsi said, "I'm telling you this so you can calm down and not feel burdened. It's okay if you can't say some things; we can think of other ways. Drinking can only solve part of the problem, not all of it."

Zhang Shuqiu immediately felt embarrassed, pressed her forehead against her knees and hugged her legs, saying, "Did I make a fool of myself in front of you?"

Wei Hongsi said, "How could that be? You helped us a lot yesterday."

Because he doesn't drink, he often has the opportunity to see others get drunk, and he knows that what drunk people dislike most is having a sober person watching them and then recounting what happened while they were drunk the next day.

"Really?" Zhang Shuqiu looked up and asked.

"Really," Wei Hongsi said with great certainty. "You know my brother is a policeman; he can help you."

Zhang Shuqiu's eyes darted around, and she asked, "So, is someone protecting me now?"

Wei Hongsi nodded.

Zhang Shuqiu sat up straight and breathed a sigh of relief: "That's really good. No more strangers will suddenly come to my house in the future."

Wei Hongsi said, "I have a few more questions. See if you can answer them, but don't force yourself."

Zhang Shuqiu said, "Alright, go ahead and tell me."

Wei Hongsi asked, "Do you remember the time you almost lost yourself?"

Zhang Shuqiu shook her head: "I can't remember the exact time, but it must have been after my father died."

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Wei Hongsi then asked, "Did you write any novels in high school?"

Zhang Shuqiu said, "I have written about it."

Wei Hongsi added, "I'm referring to a longer one, though much shorter than the online novels you're currently writing, around 200,000 words. You should have seen that book."

Yesterday, after getting drunk, Zhang Shuqiu vaguely mentioned "The Story of Time," calling it "my mother's book," but did not mention the title. Wei Hongsi also avoided this point.

Zhang Shuqiu pondered for a moment, then shook his head: "I don't know."

Wei Hongsi felt that this answer already explained some things, so he stopped asking questions.

Zhang Shuqiu suddenly asked, "I remember you've always enjoyed reading. Do you still have that hobby?"

Wei Hongsi said, "I'll watch it when I have time."

Zhang Shuqiu smiled and said, "Then why don't you take a look at the book I wrote? Although I won't read it myself after I finish it, I want you to see it."

Wei Hongsi nodded and said, "Okay, I will definitely read it."

The two chatted for a while longer when the doorbell suddenly rang, and someone outside called out, "The takeout is here!"

Zhang Shuqiu quickly stood up and ran to the door. A moment later, she returned to the coffee table with two large bags: "Shall we eat here?"

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"Okay." Wei Hongsi took a bag from her hand, opened it, and took out the lunch boxes inside.

Zhang Shuqiu ordered quite a few dishes, including a pack of beer. Before Wei Hongsi could say anything, she put the beer away.