Chapter 386: The Dream Of An Old Driver (2/2)

After Xiao Dawei was handed over to legal proceedings, there was still an unresolved problem on our end, that is, the ghost bus. Xiaotao gathered everyone together to brainstorm a solution.

I was inspired after our discussion. We could create a fake bus and add a little simulation so Su Junting could sit in the driver’s seat and enjoy himself. That way, he wouldn’t have to come out every night and scare the public.

Talking about the plan was easy but actually coming up with the bus was another thing altogether. ”Why make things so difficult? We’re in the 21st century. Don't you guys know VR technology?”

Lao Yao said he could take a video of the entire road and write an interactive program. Then, all we had to do was create a bus control panel and get Su Junting to sit and wear VR glasses to simulate driving.

In order to make the experience even more realistic, a vibration device could be installed under the seat, giving the sensation of a bumpy road when driving.

”That's a good idea. Let's do it!” exclaimed Xiaotao. “Lao Yao, I’m putting you in charge of this. Write an application form and I’ll get the bureau to allocate some research and development funds for you.”

Lao Yao shook his head, ”I can't do it alone. I need a partner.”

When he looked around the room, all the male officers panicked. Finally, his gaze landed on my face. ”I don't want anyone else. I only want Song Yang, otherwise I won't do it!”

I tried my best to wink at Xiaotao but she turned a blind eye. ”Song Yang, you’ll have to sacrifice yourself for the security of Nanjiang City.”

With a heavy sigh, I hung my head and remained in this dejected pose for a long time while the sound of relieved sighs filled the room.

Due to the interesting nature of the project, Dali volunteered to participate and brought Luo Youyou along. The two were like conjoined twins, stuck at the hip wherever they went. Thanks to their presence, I suffered less of Lao Yao’s harassment.

It took us half a month to get the project from the drawing block to Su Junting's home. After we installed it, we explained the instructions to Su Junting’s father. It looked ridiculous, like the children’s toy ride at the entrance of every supermarket. At first, Su Junting refused to get inside, and only tried it after considerable coaxing from his old man.

Unsurprisingly, Su Junting fell in love with it after his first try and refused to get down. Since then, Nanjiang City never saw the ghost bus again.

Dali suggested we write an article on this and post it on the Internet with the title, “The Rumor Terminator–The Truth Of The Ghost Bus!”

I waved my hand, ”You write it if you want to. I’m so exhausted I’ll need two full days of rest.”

”You’re so bad at this!” Dali rebuked. “If you were willing to put in a little effort, you’d be Internet famous!”

”Seeing how an internet celebrity just died before us, I have no interest whatsoever to follow in his footsteps. You can do it if you want to!”

I stayed in the store for two days when Bingxin came to remind me to buy her a dress. The bet had long slipped my mind, and truth be told, neither of us could be considered right. Although the ghost bus appeared, I proved it was fake so technically, it didn’t exist.

There was no point in arguing. Standing behind the counter, Luo Youyou laughed, ”Why continue arguing? You might as well end it with a kiss.”

”Nonsense, we’re just...” I trailed off.

Just as I turned to Luo Youyou, I felt a soft touch on my cheek. I turned around at once, only to see Bingxin grinning widely, ”This time, you win! I’m leaving!”