Realm of the Night God

Facing Yang Haoran's smiling face, Captain Luo took a sip of tea, and soon a smile appeared on his face as well.

"I came here today with a few matters on my mind. Firstly, the first thing is to specially thank Divine Envoy Yang. If you hadn't lent a helping hand, our Spirit Police would not only have suffered more casualties this time, but Deputy Captain Zhou might have also faced an unfortunate fate." Captain Luo expressed his gratitude with sincerity, his words filled with genuine appreciation.

"Captain Luo, you're being too polite. We not only have a business relationship but also friendship. I just did what I should do; there's nothing worth thanking for."

Yang Haoran was very polite, which only deepened Captain Luo's gratitude towards him.

"On behalf of all Spirit Police and the ordinary citizens of Lecheng, thank you, Divine Envoy Yang. We remember this kindness, and if there's anything you need in the future, just ask. As long as it's within my capabilities, I will do my best to help." Captain Luo put away his smiling face and made a serious promise to Yang Haoran.

With Captain Luo's commitment, Yang Haoran naturally felt happy. Despite the average strength of ordinary Spirit Police, both Captain Luo and Deputy Captain Zhou were formidable. Especially Captain Luo, who emanated a strong power fluctuation from within, surpassing even Deputy Captain Zhou.

Although Yang Haoran had never seen Captain Luo in action, he never underestimated the Spirit Police Team Leader. He wasn't sure if he could win against Captain Luo in a fight, and he had no confidence in that.

Moreover, Captain Luo represented the official authority of Lecheng. Getting official support would reduce a lot of complications in many matters.

Though happy inside, Yang Haoran's expression remained unchanged, still wearing his familiar smile.

"We're all one big family. Captain Luo, you're being too formal. By the way, besides this matter, is there anything else that's worth your personal visit?" Yang Haoran asked with a smile.

The seriousness on Captain Luo's face disappeared, replaced by a look of embarrassment.

"Well... hehe, there is indeed one more thing. I want to meet the enlightened White Snake you brought back."

Captain Luo was usually not very talkative, but his words were sometimes carefully chosen. For instance, at this moment, he did not use the term "serpent demon" to address Bai Xue but used the unique term "enlightened White Snake."

Yang Haoran initially thought that Captain Luo had come to arrest the serpent demon, but seeing his awkward expression and the tone of his speech, he dismissed this speculation.

"Do you want to see her?" Yang Haoran's doubtful voice had just fallen when he sensed something. Then, he said to Captain Luo, "Coincidentally, she's here."

Not only Yang Haoran but Captain Luo also sensed it. Both of them looked towards the study door.

The serpent demon appeared at the door in casual sportswear, wearing an enticing smile. She first glanced at Yang Haoran and then fixed her gaze on Captain Luo.

Captain Luo was momentarily stunned; the beauty of the serpent demon exceeded his expectations. He had never seen such a beautiful woman in his entire life.

However, he was not an ordinary person. His daze lasted only for a moment, and then he returned to normal.

"Are you looking for me? Is it to arrest me?" The serpent demon walked into the study with a smile, asking Captain Luo.

"Of course not. You misunderstood. I came here today..."

Before Captain Luo could finish his sentence, Yang Haoran stood up, smiling, and said, "You two can chat. I'll go downstairs and check on the kids."

Yang Haoran sensed that Captain Luo seemed to have something important to discuss with the serpent demon. Without waiting for Captain Luo to speak, he found an excuse to leave the study, leaving Captain Luo and the serpent demon alone.

Captain Luo didn't stop Yang Haoran from leaving but expressed his gratitude with a nod, conveying his inner thanks.

After Yang Haoran left, only Captain Luo and the serpent demon remained in the study.

As for what they talked about in the study, Yang Haoran didn't deliberately listen, nor did he have any intention of eavesdropping. He went downstairs to the front desk on the first floor.

At this moment, Xiaokang was diligently studying at the front desk, with a computer playing educational videos for toddlers. The little one was engrossed in watching, so much so that even when Yang Haoran approached, he didn't sense it.

Yang Haoran gently patted the young one's shoulder, startling him. However, upon seeing Yang Haoran beside him, a smile immediately lit up on his face.

"Uncle Yang, how come you have time to come down today? Didn't another uncle just visit? Don't you need to accompany him?" The little one asked with a smile.

"That uncle didn't come to see Uncle Yang, so there's no need for Uncle Yang to accompany him." Saying this, Yang Haoran glanced at the clothes the little one was wearing and continued with a smile, "Didn't Uncle Yang buy you new clothes yesterday? Why aren't you wearing them?"

"That outfit is too pretty, I didn't want to wear it. I kept it safe. Mom said that children should wear new clothes for the New Year, so I want to wait until the New Year to wear it." The little one answered with a smile.

"You have so many new clothes in your collection. Can you wear them all for the New Year?" Yang Haoran asked with a smile.

Since Xiaokang was adopted by Yang Haoran, Master Wu would bring him new clothes every few days, and Yang Haoran had also bought him quite a few. However, the little one always hesitated to wear them, treating them like treasures.

"It doesn't matter if I can't wear them all. I can wait until next year's New Year to wear them." The little one said.

"You're growing every day. If you wait too long, they won't fit you anymore." Yang Haoran said.

"But... but I already have two sets of clothes now. It's just right for changing, and they're all brand new. It's a pity to replace them." Xiaokang said.

"If you don't wear them, when the time comes, if you can't wear them, isn't it more of a pity to throw them away?" Yang Haoran asked with a smile.

"Why would I throw them away? If I can't wear them later, I can give them to other kids who need them. Kids without clothes will be very pitiful. I used to be like that." Xiaokang said.

Yang Haoran was stunned; he didn't expect Xiaokang to say such words.

The pure hearts of children are the cleanest and kindest, but as they grow up and are exposed to the society more and more, how many can maintain that innocence and kindness?

No one can predict what will happen in the future, what Xiaokang will become, but at least for now, he knows that Xiaokang is kind-hearted.

However, whether maintaining this kindness is a good thing or a bad thing for Xiaokang, Yang Haoran doesn't know.

Smiling and shaking his head, Yang Haoran put aside this temporarily inconclusive issue. He gently touched Xiaokang's head and then spoke, "Move away from the computer a bit; it's not a good habit to sit too close."

Xiaokang was very obedient and immediately did as Yang Haoran said, moving the chair back a bit.

"Xiu Juan, don't push the child too hard. Let him take a break appropriately. Learning is important, but he also shouldn't miss out on his childhood." Yang Haoran said to the soul gathering bead hanging on Xiaokang's chest.

"I..." Xiu Juan hesitated, but then she spoke, "I understand, Divine Envoy."

In fact, Xiu Juan wanted to say that the time left for her was not much, so she wanted to see the child grow as much as possible in the limited time. However, she didn't say this because she was worried that it would affect the child.

As Xiu Juan's words fell, footsteps echoed in the staircase, and Yang Haoran looked towards the stairwell, seeing a disappointed Captain Luo.

Yang Haoran was a bit surprised. He thought Captain Luo would talk with the serpent demon for a long time, but unexpectedly, in just a few minutes, Captain Luo and the serpent demon had finished their conversation.

"Captain Luo, finished so quickly?" Yang Haoran asked with a smile.

A slight smile appeared on Captain Luo's face, and he nodded towards Yang Haoran.

"Finished, but the result isn't very satisfactory."

Captain Luo didn't mention what he talked about with the serpent demon, so Yang Haoran didn't actively ask.

"No satisfactory result? Haven't you thought about trying a bit more? It's too quick to give up." Yang Haoran said with a smile.

Captain Luo shook his head, looking somewhat helpless. He responded, "Not giving up, but today there's no way to continue the conversation. She rejected me and left no room for negotiation. So, I can only come another day."

"She rejected you?" Yang Haoran's expression became a bit strange.

Seeing the strangeness on Yang Haoran's face, Captain Luo, with a helpless expression, said, "Don't get any strange ideas. I disturbed her today, I'll come back another day."