Director Lv said, "Lin Xing is not a criminal, we can't arbitrarily deprive him of his personal freedom."
Professor Fang said with a look of regret, "Countries are increasing their investments in researching the Mirror World, and we have finally come across such a special case like Lin Xing..."
Director Lv asserted, "We must not break our bottom line, and besides, Lin Xing only represents a possibility."
While the two were talking, Wei Zhi, who was thinking on the side, said, "Lin Xing is indeed not a criminal, and it's inappropriate to just bring him here. But leaving him out there is also dangerous. Plus, the clues on his person are worth our continued observation."
"So, I'm thinking, why don't we invite Lin Xing to work with us?"
As everyone pondered the suggestion, Wei Zhi proposed, "East Sea University is about to have its summer vacation, right? Why don't we just invite him to intern here? That way, we can keep an eye on him without breaking any rules."
Lv Ming nodded, "It's a possibility, do you think he will agree?"
Wei Zhi grinned and said, "I think the kid is really enthusiastic about what we do here; he'll definitely agree."
Lv Ming said, "Then you go and talk to him. Be mindful of how you approach it, and don't make him feel resistant."
...
Seeing the appearance of Wei Zhi, Lin Xing quickly asked, "How did it go? Have you investigated the criminal force that tried to murder me?"
Wei Zhi explained, "Lin, there might be a misunderstanding here. The attack you experienced was probably just a coincidence; no one is trying to murder you."
Lin Xing insisted, "How could it be a coincidence..."
Wei Zhi urged, "I know you're anxious, but hold on. The man who attacked you in the classroom building, we've checked, and he really didn't know of your existence beforehand."
"As for the person who snuck into your home, after all, you never encountered them face-to-face..."
Lin Xing argued, "I told you, he shot me dead, and I came back to life by reversing time with my superpower!"
Wei Zhi patiently said, "Lin, I personally want to believe what you say. But everything needs evidence, and right now you only have your word, no proof. I can't convince my superiors."
Lin Xing nodded thoughtfully, "It's true that I can't demonstrate the evidence of time reversal, and that's asking too much of you. But I really am not lying to you. Someone is trying to murder me, and the reason may be related to a disaster a year from now."
Wei Zhi sighed, "I know you take this seriously. But you must have noticed, the things you've been through these last couple of days are somewhat out of the ordinary. Although we've been trying our best to investigate, we always fall short and it's hard to commit too many resources to something without concrete evidence..."
However, changing the subject, Wei Zhi said, "Nevertheless, I'm personally very interested in the information you've provided. There happens to be an opportunity for a college student internship here. I could try to get it for you, would you be interested in helping out?"
Lin Xing hesitantly asked, "Can I be of help? I'm not a graduate of a police or military academy. I don't know how to investigate or fight very well."
Wei Zhi replied, "Aren't you able to reverse time? Maybe you can provide a different perspective for our investigation."
Lin Xing, somewhat surprised, said, "You... believe that I have superpowers?"
Lin Xing was no fool; although he never cared to hide his superpowers from others, he knew many did not believe him and thought him foolish.
Wei Zhi, hiding his inner awkwardness, spoke up, "I trust my judgment in people, and I think you are not intentionally deceiving us."
Feeling the sincerity in the other's gaze, Lin Xing felt a warm surge in his heart, the feeling of being trusted: "Alright, then I'll stay and help."
Wei Zhi breathed a sigh of relief, "Great, I'll have someone arrange the contract and confidentiality agreement. Once signed, you'll be temporary staff here. We provide food and accommodation, which will make working easier. When can you come over? I'll have someone help you move your things."
Lin Xing said, "I still have classes for two more days; I can come over after they're finished."
Wei Zhi wanted to urge Lin Xing to come earlier, but seeing his insistence on attending classes on time, he gave up trying to persuade him.
Fortunately, in the following two days, although Wei Zhi had increased surveillance on Lin Xing, no further incidents occurred.
...
Lin Xing's first official day working at the Quantum Intelligence Research Institute.
On the open square, Lin Xing was running swiftly.
Watching the data recorded on the chart, Captain Wei was astonished, "One hundred meters, five kilometers, pull-ups, standing long jump... Lin Xing's physical fitness performance far exceeds his previous college records."
"It's been only three weeks since the last time he participated in the university's physical test, right?"
"Is it possible to improve so comprehensively in such a short span of three weeks?"
"Could his claims be true?"
Captain Wei wondered, "But according to him, all you need to master the skill is to keep practicing. If there really is such a thing, then it should be common knowledge on the streets."
Professor Fang, standing aside and staring intently at Lin Xing, said, "It is common knowledge on the streets, but not here—it's in the Mirror World."
Captain Wei immediately understood, "Lin Xing mastered the skill after crossing through the gate into the Mirror World. So, you're saying that one needs to practice in that world to master the skills? Is this why transmigrators number one, two, and three all have such exceptional physical fitness?"
Professor Fang smiled faintly, "I have some new ideas I want to verify. Would you mind continuing to entertain Lin for a while?"
After another lap, Lin Xing stopped in front of Captain Wei and said, "See? I was right. My physical fitness has improved significantly, all because I mastered that skill."
Then he continued, a bit puzzled, "But I've also been practicing running these past few days, no matter how much I practice, I don't get that feeling of learning a skill, mastering the skill."
Captain Wei said, "I might be able to answer your question."
As they walked through the Institute's square, Captain Wei spoke as he walked, "The content of what I'm about to tell you is classified. I can only share it with you after you've signed the confidentiality agreement, but don't go telling anyone else."
"You said you encountered a superpower user who could teleport through space, but this is incorrect."
"What you actually encountered was a gate to the Mirror World."
Lin Xing asked confusedly, "The Mirror World?"
Captain Wei explained slowly, "The story goes back ten years. In August of ten years ago, a major serial robbery-murder case happened in West Sea City. The perpetrator committed five crimes within three days, killing twenty-seven people..."
As Captain Wei spoke, Lin Xing immediately took out his phone and looked it up, finding that there truly was such a case that shocked the entire country ten years ago, yet there was not the slightest memory of the case in his mind.