Closer to Revealing My True Self
Chapter 388 - 282 Is This Reasonable?_1

Chapter 388: Chapter 282 Is This Reasonable?_1

In the room, Feng Yi stared at the tablet in front of him.

It was "care" from Captain Wen.

The footage displayed on the screen would indeed cause great discomfort to the average person.

The high-definition image captured every detail of the wound’s ulceration.

It was too graphic, not subtle at all.

Snake venom being the same, wounds caused by hematotoxin had more visual impact than those caused by neurotoxin.

In fact, Feng Yi understood Captain Wen’s intention and realized that his behavior at the time was inappropriate. If there were a next time, he would certainly be mindful of this during filming and not use such a recklessly adventurous method.

As for the videos of snakebite wounds with such visual impact...

Actually, if this had been two years earlier, when Feng Yi’s life was still on a normal track, watching these images would have definitely resulted in more than a week of discomfort.

But since his life took an unexpected turn, everything in the world seemed to have changed.

He was no longer afraid of snakes.

He was not afraid of snake venom, either.

His immunity to those gruesome images of snakebites was so strong that even he was surprised.

Even when looking at those images, he could calmly analyze what type of snake venom caused them.

This one’s a Southern Pacific rattlesnake, that one a Mojave rattlesnake, the next one is known as the flesh-rotting king of the country’s service uniforms—the hognosed viper.

The unidentifiable ones could be other species of vipers, or perhaps from other subfamilies of the Viperidae family?

And what about the composition of the venom?

How long were the fangs?

Did the venom enter the muscles more, or did it affect the blood vessels more?

While thinking about these things, Feng Yi’s emotional state remained so stable that his heart rate barely changed.

When ordinary people see those videos and images, they either feel sympathy for the injured or find them terrifying, instinctively looking away from the horrifying scenes on the screen.

But Feng Yi’s reaction was like that of an indifferent bystander.

When Feng Yi came back to his senses and realized this, he froze.

Is this reasonable?

I’m not this kind of person!

Oh, I am no longer human.

Feng Yi couldn’t help but reflect.

Once again, he realized deeply that he was different from ordinary people.

Outside the door.

The person in charge of watching Feng Yi was also curious to see Feng Yi’s reaction to those images.

Stretching their neck to peek inside, they noticed that his gaze on the screen was too intense, unsure what he was thinking.

Shocking!

He didn’t even flinch!

What could they say? Worthy of a snake-catching expert?

Two hours later.

Having finished his work, Captain Wen thought about the task he had assigned to Feng Yi and asked the team member handling affairs, "Where’s Feng Yi?"

The member’s face was a mix of emotions, "He’s eating in the cafeteria."

Captain Wen: ???

The member said, "He’s eating meat as usual."

Captain Wen: "...Are you sure you showed him those videos?"

The member: "Certain and positive! I personally pulled up the videos and placed the tablet in front of him, and even had someone keep an eye on him to make sure he actually watched for over an hour!"

Captain Wen was puzzled, "And this is the result?"

The member, implying something: "That kid... his psychology isn’t like that of normal people!"

Except for those experienced professionals who see this as routine, most people truly can’t do this unless they have an unusual mindset by nature.

The member said, "I think Feng Yi is quite suitable for some positions in our bureau."

Oftentimes when handling certain cases, facing some terrifying situations, one needs to maintain absolute composure.

Captain Wen didn’t say anything but just waved his hand, signaling the member to leave.

He leaned back in his chair and massaged his temples in distress. How could he get Feng Yi to remain cautious and revere these dangerous matters?

Showing him the videos just made him watch in vain, not even an hour of deterrence, let alone a week?!

Would this teach him a lesson?

I just don’t believe it!

On the other side.

Feng Yi, having watched the videos and then gone to the cafeteria for a meal, had no idea of Captain Wen’s complicated feelings at that moment.

Although he did feel a bit uncomfortable after watching the videos, discomfort aside, eating was still necessary, and he certainly shouldn’t skimp on the meat.

Having finally left the mountains to enjoy better food, Feng Yi cherished it all the more.

In these public areas, he didn’t expect to eat his fill but tried to eat well to replenish his energy, especially with meat.

After dinner, Feng Yi casually strolled back to his dormitory, intending to pack up and leave immediately to avoid Captain Wen’s scrutiny.

As he was packing, a call came through.

It was from the personnel at the northern mountain range monitoring station, saying that a documentary crew there wanted to find him.

"A documentary?"

Feng Yi thought back, he hadn’t agreed to participate in any documentary.

"This is the situation..."

The other side briefly explained to Feng Yi, describing why the crew had come looking for him.

Finally, Feng Yi remembered. While following Captain Wen on a mission at the northern monitoring station, during his rest period, he had taken care of a graveyard there. At the time, someone had been taking photos of him or something to that effect, but since he was wearing the station’s clothing and didn’t face the photographer directly, and since that person didn’t approach him to speak, Feng Yi hadn’t paid it any mind.

To his surprise, they were filming material for a documentary on the mountains.

"It’s them," said Feng Yi.

"Right, those people even came over to ask about you, but you had left early that day to set off into the mountain and didn’t see them..."

The people from the North Station recounted what happened that day, including the other party’s regretful reaction once they found out that the person they captured footage of was Feng Yi.

"We couldn’t contact you for several days, and now that you’ve finally come down from the mountain, they want to ask if you’re willing to participate in their shooting? They can send someone to pick you up."

Without any hesitation, Feng Yi apologetically said, "Please help me decline, I’ve arranged my schedule already, and I don’t have time for filming."

Return? That was out of the question!

After finally coming out of the mountains after completing this task, he had no desire to go back and take part in some documentary, and even more so, he didn’t want to return to the forest.

Moreover, from what was said, it seemed the other party didn’t initially plan this part of the shooting. They simply wanted to capitalize on Feng Yi’s popularity to stir up some buzz.

Feng Yi had no intention of participating.

The people from the North Station weren’t surprised by Feng Yi’s refusal, and even the production crew had anticipated the possibility of being turned down when they approached him.

After a slight pause, they asked Feng Yi, "The production team captured a video of you when you were tidying up at the cemetery. They only shot a side view and they would like to use it in the documentary. Do you agree to this?"

After thinking it over briefly, Feng Yi agreed.

At the time, they were at a distance, and his face wasn’t even captured clearly. If they wanted to use such a video, why not?

However, he still had to be cautious about the publicity to prevent being overly promoted.

Feng Yi added one of the production team leaders’ contact information and they would let him know before starting any publicity, so he could promptly address any inappropriate representations.

Just as Feng Yi settled that matter, he received a new message from Steve.

Steve: "Is this you? [Picture]"

Feng Yi opened the image to take a look.

It was the scene of him sitting on a rock in the mountains, watching a train.

Steve had even circled the person sitting on the rock waving in the photo.

Feng Yi replied, "Yes, it’s me. Who posted this?"

Steve: "I saw it in an exchange group where a member posted this picture, saying it was taken by an elementary school student from inside a train, from some distance, so it’s quite blurry."

Steve: "Looking at it, the person in the photo seemed somewhat familiar to me, definitely someone I know. So I searched for similar photos online, found another passenger’s clearer photo, and sent it to you just now."

Steve: "The person who took the photo with a professional camera posted it directly on social media, and said ’the person sitting on the rock looks a bit like Feng Yi’ [amused]. In the past couple of days, more and more people have seen it online. Some guess that it’s someone stealing medicinal plants or poaching, others wonder if it’s some hot-headed youth illegally venturing into the mountains. They’ve even tagged official accounts of the forest protection and resource management departments to investigate."

Seeing a lone traveler with a backpack during a period when the mountains are closed is like seeing someone with a rod sitting by the river during a fishing ban.

So, some enthusiastic netizens reported it very passionately.

Feng Yi: "..."

Feng Yi: "Ah, reported just like that?"

Steve: "Because online science accounts say no research task is done solo [laughing]."

Steve: "There’s also a popular science influencer who said, ’Even if the person in the photo looks like Feng Yi, he can’t escape the iron fist of the law!’"

Feng Yi wiped the sweat from his forehead.

Well, generally speaking, that’s correct.

But his case didn’t fall under "generally speaking."

Feng Yi: "Fine, I’ll explain. I filed an application, I have proof, all is good."

Steve: "Man, you’ve got guts, venturing into the mountains alone! How did you manage to get approved? Individual tasks are hard to obtain. What were you doing in the mountains?"

Once his phone had signal, Feng Yi vaguely mentioned on the internet that he had just finished a task and was reporting himself safe, without going into details.

Feng Yi: "I asked Captain Wen from the patrol team for help, I applied to enter the mountain alone to find the Emperor Python."

Steve: "The Emperor Python!!! "

The focus shifted directly from "individual task" to "Emperor Python."

At that moment, that was all he could see.

Steve: "Where are you now? Can we talk on the phone?"

Feng Yi: "I’m at the South Monitoring Station, packing up ready to leave."

An overly excited Steve called him via video, not satisfied with text due to his exhilarated emotions.

Steve: "Did you really find the Emperor Python this trip? Where’s the snake? Where’s my little darling?!!"

Feng Yi: "Of course, it’s in the mountains, I didn’t bring it out."

Steve: "I’m so jealous ahhh! I’ve been into those mountains many times, but never once encountered the Emperor Python!"

Steve’s eyes reddened with envy and jealousy.

"Why could you find the Emperor Python on your first trip into the mountains?!!"

Feng Yi: "I just got lucky, stumbled upon it while walking."

Steve took a deep breath, "You must take me with you on your next trip into the mountains!"

Feng Yi: "Next time, if it’s convenient, I’ll take you along."

If it’s not convenient, he won’t take him!

Feng Yi: "I recorded a video, initially wanted to post it online, but Captain Wen blocked me. It’s still under his review, hasn’t been posted yet."

Steve: "Right, the video! Quick, quick, quick! Show it off! I want the HD one!"

Feng Yi sent the video over.

Captain Wen only prohibited posting it on public platforms; privately sharing it with Steve was still acceptable.

Steve, absorbed in the video, couldn’t spare more time to talk to Feng Yi as he immersed himself in the allure of the Emperor Python.

Viewing through a heavy filter, seeing the Emperor Python striking at the camera multiple times, he was so infatuated he grinned foolishly, wishing he could be at the filming site.

After finishing the call with Steve, Feng Yi received another call from someone in the Publicity Department of the United Insurance Bureau, also inquiring about the photo of him sitting on the rock in the mountains and waving at the train.

The person from the Publicity Department asked:

"Is the person in the photo you? There’s too much speculation online, and the management is trying to handle public opinion by investigating. They think it might be you and want to confirm."

Feng Yi: "It’s me. I’ll go to the official platform and explain right away. Sorry for the trouble I’ve caused everyone."

The person from the Publicity Department: "No trouble at all! Don’t rush to explain on your end; we’ve heard that you also saved a giant panda while you were there. Wait for the rescue center to have results, and then you can coordinate with us to release a statement."

Feng Yi was puzzled: "What about the photo situation?"

The person from the Publicity Department: "No worries, we will claim it online!"