vrcanaries Chapter 219 Mind Reading
Chapter 219 Mind Reading
Yang Jianwu smiled mysteriously, "Do you know why Song Yin always looks so cold?"
"Isn't it something you're born with?"
"Of course not! Songyin was very lively when she was little!"
"You wouldn't guess it at all. She speaks very formally and doesn't hold back when she's being sarcastic. She's not lively at all."
Recalling the days of teaching Songyin, Yang Jianwu rested her chin on her hand and said nostalgically, "Songyin was exceptionally intelligent from a young age, learning everything quickly. If it weren't for Ziping and Mujin's high aptitude for medicine and poison, I would have taught Songyin everything. Part of the reason she's like this is my fault; I shouldn't have taught Songyin 'mind reading'!"
"Mind reading? Did I hear that right?! Is there such a magical ability in the world?"
Puyang Xuan was utterly astonished. What other strange and wonderful things could he hear while following the sword dance?
First, the Imperial Preceptor used the "Yin-Yang Replenishment" technique, then Songyin knew the "Mind Reading" technique. If one day Jianwu told him that he was going to ascend to immortality, he would probably believe it.
Fearing that Puyang Xuan might misunderstand, Yang Jianwu quickly explained.
"There's nothing magical about it. It's just some summaries of people's subconscious reactions in certain situations, which can accurately explain their mind. Songyin became very good at judging people after mastering 'mind reading,' and she was too lazy to deal with flatterers, so she became taciturn."
"Is she really that amazing? When did you realize something was wrong with Meng'er? Did you read her mind the first time you met her?"
"I didn't notice it at first meeting, but I noticed something was off when I touched her head and hands, and then I realized it from her subsequent behavior!"
"Touch?! How did you touch me?"
Yang Jianwu briefly explained the definition of bone age to Pu Yangxuan.
She didn't suspect Meng'er when they first met. It was only after the spatial detection detected an anomaly that she thought of taking the opportunity to have her bone age tested.
The results showed that Meng'er looked young, but was actually over twenty...
In her early twenties, she wasn't considered old, and in those times of scarcity, it was normal to look young.
However, in the few times Yang Jianwu interacted with Meng'er, Meng'er always acted like a well-behaved and sensible girl next door.
For an ordinary family to raise their children to this extent is clearly a success. However, Meng'er's thoughtfulness and consideration for others are not suitable for her current situation.
After being frightened, they become quite dependent on those who offer them warmth.
The first time they separated was when she went to set fire to the Gu field. When she came back, she hugged her tightly, which was indeed a common reaction of a girl who had been frightened.
The second time was at Huashuiyuefang. She went to see Meng'er, but Meng'er, afraid of causing trouble, said she would take good care of herself...
At that time, she must have known where they were staying. Meng'er was in a hurry to send out the message and was also worried about revealing her secrets, so she avoided the crowd most of the time.
Moving to a new place can be stressful for young children, but Meng'er didn't seem to be.
On the contrary, when she said that few people could raise such a sensible child, Meng'er knew that she had overreacted and was eager to explain. Her eyes darted around, and she looked like she was lying.
Meng'er's bone age, combined with her lies, is enough to show that there's something wrong with her!
"So, according to you, if one could read minds, wouldn't it be quick to distinguish between truth and falsehood when interrogating criminals?"
"It can be of some help; judging a case is all about evidence."
Puyang Xuan became interested. He could broaden his horizons simply by chatting with Jianwu, which was much easier than reading ten thousand books and traveling ten thousand miles.
"Tell me quickly, I'll go find someone to test if it's accurate!"
"There's too much to explain in a short time, but I'll tell you a few simple and practical ones."
"Yes, yes, tell me quickly!"
"When you're chatting with someone or asking them a question, if they look to the left, they're recalling something; if they look to the right, they're lying. If they don't answer but instead repeat your question, there's a 90% chance they're lying! Ask them again a few days later and see if their answers are the same."
Puyang Xuan listened attentively and even took out paper to write it down. The two chatted and laughed for half a day.
That evening, Songyin brought Meng'er back to Huashuiyuefang. Yang Jianwu, under the pretext of resting, did not see Meng'er and only sent Songyin to give a report.
"Miss!"
Is Meng'er sad?
"Yes, I was very sad and almost fainted in front of the grave."
"Really? How much of it is true?"
"one cent."
"Tsk tsk tsk, that acting was terrible!"
Song Yin was both amused and exasperated. She knew it! Why would she and Li Ge need to escort Meng'er, who had no status? It turned out that the young lady already knew what was going on and only asked her to go to confirm the truth.
Meng'er's acting skills are really high. I believed her when I first saw her. If it weren't for the young lady's attitude this morning, I wouldn't have noticed the flaw. The young lady is really capable!
"Ah Xuan and I will be going back the day after tomorrow. You can leave Hanling Jun here for now. I estimate that Meng'er will take action soon. Don't be shy then. I'll leave you a crossbow so you can practice!"
"Miss, I prefer a swift and decisive kill!"
Yang Jianwu patted Song Yin on the shoulder, "Oh dear, a girl should be gentle. Slowly shoot out ten or eight holes, and the person will die more slowly."
Song Yin was speechless. Miss, are you sure you didn't misunderstand the meaning of gentleness?!