Chapter 9

I tied one end of the red string around Maya's wrist.

Then I floated over to Julian, intending to tie it on him too.

But as I moved to do it, I hesitated for a long time.

Just as I finally gathered my resolve and tried to loop the red string onto his wrist, I heard him ask Maya:

"How are the preparations for our wedding going?"

*Their* wedding? What did he mean?

Were they already engaged, not needing a red string of fate?

Startled, the red string slipped from my hand.

I still hadn't tied it on him.

Maya immediately replied,

"It's 100% complete, as you requested, a traditional style. The on-site photos and promotional plan are already on your desk, Mr. Stone…"

It turned out they were talking about work.

I rolled my eyes for a moment, intending to resume tying the red string on Julian.

But he just happened to turn, picking up Lily, and walked out of the lounge.

So I missed.

And the string wouldn't work if they weren't in the same space.

I was fuming, chasing Julian and yelling,

"Ahhh, it was almost done! You could have forgotten me, you jerk!"

He inexplicably paused his steps, then continued walking.

I was about to keep ranting when an irritating phone ringtone suddenly blared in my ear.

"Satan's coming to claim your soul! Satan's coming to claim your soul!"

That's right, even Heaven has Wi-Fi, and ghosts have phones.

With a trembling hand, I pulled out my phone from thin air.

As soon as I answered, the angry roar on the other end nearly burst my eardrums.

"Is your mortal realm business taken care of?! I finally stole this red string of fate from Cupid's pocket, hurry up and use it before it's discovered!"

"You're almost three years dead! Exceeding three years means not only no reincarnation, but your soul will vanish! Don't drag this out! Also! You *must* be back for your check-up the day after tomorrow!"

I held the phone away from my ear, nodding emphatically.

"Yes, yes, almost done, almost! Don't worry, I'll definitely be there the day after tomorrow!"

After finally hanging up, I sighed.

"How can I *not* worry?"

I circled Julian and Lily anxiously several times.

Finally, I muttered to myself,

"No, I need to visit his dream tonight and talk to him properly."