Mysterious Revival

After a brief conversation between Yang Jian and Yang Xiao, the future direction of the Post Office was determined.

The other spirits trapped in the oil paintings also understood that the Post Office only had two possible outcomes going forward: it could either be controlled by Yang Jian, turning it into the Yang Family's private playground, or they could completely dominate the Ghost Post Office, using the ghost paintings to control them and serve these two people named Yang.

No matter which outcome, they cannot possibly achieve liberation.

But the only advantage is that they can temporarily escape the Post Office's control by using the ghost paintings, allowing them some chances to interact with the outside world.

However, the cost is that they have to work for Yang Jian.

These spirits from the oil paintings were people who had delivered three letters and escaped the Post Office in their lifetime; their intelligence and abilities far exceed those of ordinary people. It's generally unrealistic for people like them to comply with someone's arrangements.

Nevertheless, the harsh reality is.

Yang Jian and Yang Xiao need these spirits to make a choice—to reject or to agree with this plan.

The scene returned to a death-like silence.

These spirits began to contemplate, their gazes turning complex as they weighed their options in their hearts.

They were not without choices.

Because they could completely team up and eliminate Yang Jian and Zhou Ze, allowing the Post Office to revert back to its previous state... However, what they would face next would be the reckoning of the nightmare Yang Xiao.

In the future, the world inside the oil paintings may not be peaceful anymore.

The price is too high.

"I choose to support Yang Jian."

Suddenly, a voice spoke first; it was the man named Zhang Xiangguang. He had been here longer than most, considered one of the older generation of messengers. Despite all these years, he hadn't been forgotten, which shows his considerable influence once upon a time.

"Zhang Xiangguang? Have you decided?" someone asked.

Zhang Xiangguang responded: "I've had enough of these endless days month after month. I want to see the outside, even if it means facing fierce ghosts again, it doesn't matter. At least I won't be waiting daily to be forgotten. If possible, I want to do something for people outside. Didn't you hear him? The ghosts are reviving, supernatural events are frequent, the outside world is already unsafe."

"Think carefully about why you're still in the oil painting. It's because people outside remember us. For their sake, I decided to give my last effort and perhaps fulfill a wish along the way."

He chose his side, supporting Yang Jian and Yang Xiao.

The Post Office's unchanged structure for decades needed a change. Continuing to be a forgotten soul is too tormenting; he needs something to do, something meaningful.

Many people remained silent after hearing this.

Indeed.

Zhang Xiangguang was right, there are people outside who still remember them, they haven't been forgotten, and all these years of support have been for a glimmer of hope.

Although the hope brought by Yang Jian is limited, at least it's a different change; for these spirits, it's a rare opportunity after so many years.

If they miss this chance, who knows when the next messenger will enter the fifth floor of the Post Office and venture into the oil paintings?

"You make a lot of sense, I'm not content being forgotten this way. No matter what I do, I at least want my existence to be known. If solving supernatural events is possible, then that's naturally the best outcome—to contribute to the outer world and to make up for past mistakes." Some nodded in agreement.

"Count me in, after such a long time together in the oil painting, if we're going to act, let's act together."

These spirits began to express their willingness to support Yang Jian and Yang Xiao, one after the other.

But all this has a premise; they agree to support Yang Jian because he needs their assistance to solve supernatural events. If it wasn't for this, most spirits would not agree.

Bringing peace to the outside world and indirectly protecting some relatives and younger generations is a lofty ideal.

This reason is enough to convince capable and intelligent people, but if it's about working solely for Yang Jian, they would never agree to it.

Working for Yang Jian, how is it different from being controlled by the Post Office before?

It's just a change in name.

They are clear about this, so every spirit standing by Yang Jian's side is for this reason.

Yang Jian also expressed himself: "Don't worry, as the person in charge of Dachang City, I've always been handling supernatural events, although words are unconvincing, you will see in the future."

He isn't boasting.

Since entering the supernatural circle, he's been dealing with supernatural events, though personal conflicts were intertwined, the essence remains unchanged.

Otherwise, why did Yang Jian become a captain?

"Things went smoother than expected."

Yang Xiao nodded slightly and then looked at the others: "So, what about you? Do you want to take action against Yang Jian? If he doesn't die, you can't be forgotten, escape is impossible, so you have no choice."

The remaining spirits were silent.

Yang Xiao's words were accurate.

If Yang Jian doesn't die, they can't achieve liberation, because Yang Jian noticed them and remembered them, so their plan to be forgotten has already failed.

"I choose to join, just to see the new world." A spirit relented, expressing his resignation.

But he's too old, having been trapped here for at least fifty years; though he hasn't disappeared yet, he's not far from vanishing, as he has lived through three generations, those who know him outside are definitely old.

Soon, several spirits changed their stance.

Finally, only the young woman in the floral dress with a ponytail and a few old spirits remained.

They have lived long enough, not fearing death, how could they choose to compromise now?

"I want to see what you people can achieve. Because of a single statement, I can't even wish for death. I hope you won't regret it in the future." The young woman glared at Yang Jian with a look of resentment.

She didn't choose to act.

Because even if she acts, there's no chance of success, she can only let this situation develop.

So she turned around and left after saying this, heading deeper into the Post Office, going upstairs.

"Rest assured, if there's a chance, I will help you find liberation." Yang Jian replied calmly.

These spirits seeking death are not needed; he doesn't want to keep them in the Ghost Post Office, as they are an uncertain threat that needs to be removed.

"Until now, no one has found a way to eliminate us spirits. Perhaps the secret is in that ghost painting, or maybe it's necessary to understand what created these oil paintings to find the method."

A departing spirit turned back to remind Yang Jian.

They wish for their own annihilation, but they can't achieve it.

Soon.

All those spirits quietly departed.

The number of people in the hall slightly decreased, but the remaining spirits were already numerous, a number worth Yang Jian taking a gamble.

"After leaving the Post Office, I intend to retrieve a ghost painting, although not the source, my plan should be feasible. But before that, I need someone to take control of the Post Office. I have someone in mind; his name is Sun Rui, suspected to have disappeared in the Post Office. I suspect he entered the oil painting, but I haven't encountered him, can you help me find him?" Yang Jian said.

He hadn't forgotten that the purpose of this trip was to find Sun Rui.

"Sun Rui? Is it the lame one? I've seen him from afar, he indeed entered here but took the wrong path, heading towards a place with fierce ghosts; as for what happened to him, it's still unknown." Zhang Xiangguang commented.

Someone added: "In the world of oil paintings, besides us spirits, there are also fierce ghosts from the Post Office stored here. Even we wouldn't want to meddle in those places; an unfortunate encounter would bind you to a ghost forever, making escape difficult, and a life worse than death."

Though reliant on supernatural acts within the Post Office, they aren't at risk of death but are still susceptible to ghost attacks.

Being targeted by a ghost leads to endless confrontation because you won't die, nor will the ghost, hence no one wants to approach fierce ghosts.

"I need to find Sun Rui, even if he's dead, I want to see his corpse." Yang Jian said.

Zhang Xiangguang replied: "I can guide you."

"You believe he has the potential to manage the Post Office, then I'll accompany you for the journey." Yang Xiao spoke up.

"Why not move together, so we won't worry about encountering fierce ghosts." Someone suggested mobilizing everyone.

This way, any situation can be resolved.

"No need, a few of us will suffice; the rest can stay here; this place needs oversight as well." Zhang Xiangguang declined the suggestion.

Yang Jian stood up and said: "Don't waste any time, let's move."

He disliked procrastination and wanted to set off immediately.