Chapter 73: Chapter 68: Cowardly Luo, Timid Xin

Returning to my own palace, the air felt fresher, and all the noise suddenly disappeared. I changed into loose, comfortable pajamas and walked to the window, resting my chin as I gazed at the vast sea.

The sound of waves, the gentle sea breeze, and the faint light from the moon partially hidden by the clouds. Estella’s gaze was directed towards the end of the sea, wondering if Chris would be back soon. What is Li Long like? That’s the Technology Country. What kind of person is the much-discussed Luthor?

Demon? Pioneer?

Has Mr. Gemini solved his difficult problem, and what kind of person is he?

The world outside is so big. I wish I could be like Chris.

Meow meow~~~

Keli slowly came over, bouncing slightly, trying to jump on top but only getting a few centimeters off the ground, which was a bit funny. Estella picked Keli up, “Keli, do you want to travel the world?”

Keli shook her head.

Estella smiled, “You little glutton, your world revolves around eating and sleeping, right?”

Keli was obviously not satisfied; she also had companionship. Unlike Chris, who only knows wandering. So what if she can fly?

Human emotions of joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness are not common.

In the distant Li Long United Kingdom, at the Cat’s Tail Tavern in the Celestial City, which usually has good business, today there were only two people.

Luo Jin was in a good mood, striking up a conversation with the bartender, “Bartender, business is so bad today, huh?”

While making drinks, the bartender was stunned by the words, his gaze becoming deep and a slight smile tugging at his lips, “My drinks are only for those who understand them.”

Luo Jin had recently fallen in love with this Cat’s Tail; the drinks here are much better. The key is they are delicious and not expensive. Casey is right, sometimes you just have to try new things.

“Give her a glass,” Luo Jin said, then looked at Casey, “Just one glass.”

“Old Luo, we really have to thank Li Xin properly this time. Without his help, things wouldn’t have gone so smoothly,” Casey said, trying to get Luo Jin to open up by talking about work.

Luo Jin didn’t respond immediately, seriously watching the bartender make drinks. This Dark Storm used eight base liquors. The bartender’s technique was quite skillful, something unattainable without several years of experience. Staring at the swirling dark liquid, Luo Jin drank it in one go. An indescribable sense of refreshment washed away his worries and fatigue.

“Great drink!”

The bartender smiled slightly, accustomed to such plain praises. Today was a VVIP exclusively booked day; without ordering, the bartender had the freedom to tailor the menu.

“The Chief Bishop wants to baptize him and Lin Xueyin,” Luo Jin said, “By then, the Chief Bishop will likely give him some pointers too.”

“I think this kid is becoming more like you were when you were young. He will be an excellent Night Patrol,” Casey puffed up her chest, aligning her seniority with Luo Jin.

Luo Jin gently shook his head, “Actually, he’s completely different from me.”

Casey looked at Luo Jin with confusion. Feeling her gaze, Luo Jin didn’t look at the glowing Casey, just stared at his empty glass, “In the past, I might have been conflicted about whether he should take the Night Patrol route. Today’s events confirmed for me that he fits the Canon Law School better.”

“Why, isn’t it more important to do what you love? Isn’t having the ability to stand out no matter where you are the key?” Casey knew the prospects at the Canon Law School were a bit better, “I actually feel more and more that he is well-suited for the Night Patrol.”

“You’re wrong. He’s not suited for the Night Patrol, but can adapt to any environment. The Night Patrol would limit him, whereas the Canon Law School would give him a broader space,” Luo Jin smiled, “How did that kid get the divine beast?”

“Seems like a friend helped. Didn’t say specifics, and I always feel he’s quite confident and clear-headed when doing anything, analyzing cases with a clear mind.”

Luo Jin nodded, “In life and work, it’s hard to be both confident and clear-headed. At his age, apart from him, I haven’t seen anyone else like that.”

Not just for young people, even at their age, sometimes they also get inflated, too confident. In handling the Montreal affair, he was a bit hasty and didn’t want to miss the opportunity. In the end, his approach was very extreme, already in a glaring predicament, far from the composure he pretended to have.

Li Xin has strength, intelligence, and a moral bottom line. He doesn’t blindly boast before things succeed, and even after success, he patiently refrains from seeking glory. Someone like that, I’ve only heard of one person like him, and that person is Luthor.

“Old Luo, do you like my outfit today?” Casey suddenly asked.

Luo Jin, whose hand remained steady even in the face of monsters, trembled slightly; his body visibly tensed, “Ahem, everything looks good. Bartender, your technique isn’t skilled enough, no wonder business is so bad. Do I have to wait until New Year for one glass? My throat’s parched.”

Bartender: ?

…

The incident with Montreal caused quite a stir; it wasn’t just about him, but it involved a family and a vast enterprise.

Montreal’s downfall sent shockwaves through the upper echelons of Celestial City that day. The night was particularly lively, with a constant stream of visitors to the Chief Bishop. In this game, the Church shone too brightly, standing firm under pressure. Although the nobility has always been wary of the Church’s power, they do indeed need the Church’s protection—both the Cult and the Abyssal Creatures are extremely dangerous. In the upcoming distribution of benefits, the Church, which performed excellently in this case, holds the key voice.

Li Xin went home and only felt the impact of the day’s events after reaching the Canon Law School. He gathered his thoughts: Montreal had completely collapsed. During the tragic incident of the Lin Family years ago, even if he wasn’t the mastermind, he was a major participant. Li Xin decided he should go and talk to Aunt Fei.

He arrived home a bit late. Xueyin was already asleep, but he found Aunt Fei still waiting in the living room. When she saw Li Xin return, Lin Fei smiled, “I knew you’d come back. Have you eaten?”

“You know me well, Aunt Fei, my stomach is growling,” Li Xin said, patting his empty stomach.

“Wait a moment, I’ll heat up the food,” Lin Fei said, her expression revealing neither joy nor sorrow.

Soon, a table full of steaming dishes was laid out, obviously prepared in advance. Li Xin’s appetite immediately took over, and he indulged heartily.

“Eat slower, no one is going to steal it from you.”

“Aunt Fei, your culinary skills are improving,” Li Xin said between mouthfuls. He was indeed hungry, having tackled many tasks today, all right on time. His luck was good, and everything went smoothly, but now he was genuinely starving.

“Kathy said you made a great contribution and sent a lot of things over.”

“It’s nothing, keep it. By the way, besides clothes and supplies, there were also two chairs and a table. Have they arrived?”

“The delivery person said they will arrive tomorrow. Why are there these as well?” Lin Fei asked curiously.

“Xueyin needed a desk, and I saw one that looked nice. They didn’t need it, so I brought it back,” explained Li Xin, who was quite adept at managing household affairs.

“Ah Xin, we’re doing very well now; don’t take any risks,” Lin Fei said, looking at Li Xin.

“Aunt Fei, what are you thinking? The main force was Uncle Luo, and Sister Casey did a lot too. The rest were colleagues from the Night Patrol. What could I do? I was just there cheering on the side, really, I didn’t even lift a finger. This wasn’t done specifically for your past issues. Montreal was wicked, a Fallen, who killed many innocent citizens. The Night Patrol and the Church were upholding justice, as part of their duty,” Li Xin laughed. “Sister Casey just found an excuse to send us some household items, and I helped her pursue Old Luo, so this is my consulting fee.”

Seeing Li Xin’s amusing words, Lin Fei couldn’t help but chuckle; the serious air she worked hard to maintain dissipated, revealing her charming, irresistible cuteness.

“You brat, how old are you to be giving others advice? If you hadn’t mentioned it, I’d have forgotten—neighbors have been asking about your situation. If you’re with the Night Patrol, you can only match with families in slightly better conditions. I heard you’re an official member of the Black Rose at the Canon Law School. They’ve been introducing young ladies to me, even noble women. Free up this weekend, and I’ll arrange something for you,” Lin Fei said.

Li Xin nearly choked on his food at her words. “Aunt Fei, what are you talking about? I’m still a child!”

“Stop joking. Even if you’re with the Black Rose, you’ll still need a great support in the future. I’m not forcing you to love wealth, but to choose from among excellent young women. Of course, if you have someone you like, that’s fine too,” Lin Fei advised.

Li Xin’s mind spun rapidly, almost burning out. “Aunt Fei, how should I put it? It’s not like I don’t have a target, but I’m not very sure yet. I’m working hard. Think about it—those truly excellent don’t need matchmaking.”

“Nonsense, the more excellent they are, the more they should date. But since you say so, I’ll wait for your good news. Don’t think you can brush me off!”

“Wouldn’t dare! If they’re not even half as beautiful as Aunt Fei, I’m not interested.”

“You sweet talker, save some of that for the girls!” Lin Fei quickly cleaned up the dining table, and Li Xin followed her to wash the dishes in the kitchen—something he was quite practiced in.

“Tell me about what happened with the case,” Lin Fei said as she washed.

Li Xin nodded, briefly recounting the day’s events. He could see that Lin Fei was struggling to control her emotions, yet her body still trembled involuntarily. Back when the tragedy struck, Lin Fei was there, and everything collapsed in the blink of an eye. The bloody scene could drive a weaker mind insane or worse, but she had her daughter. A mother’s strength pulled Lin Fei through the chaos of Celestial City. But it all felt like it happened just yesterday; nightmares of it haunted her.

Even returning to Celestial City to meet Luo Jin, she dared not mention the past. Now that Montreal was brought to justice, it was a solace to her departed family.

“Aunt Fei, though it’s unclear if there’s a mastermind behind it all, Montreal certainly deserved it. He was a major player in the incident of old. The revenge is more than halfway achieved. The regrettable part is, your estate might be irretrievable.” Although he hadn’t confirmed with Luo Jin, Li Xin knew that with how things stood, the estate was beyond their reach. Not even Luo Jin could make a claim.

Justice is always built on strength, and sometimes, you don’t even know what delayed justice truly means.

He understood this, and Lin Fei understood it even more. Gently embracing Li Xin, she said, “The estate is of no importance as long as you and Xueyin grow up safely; that matters more than anything.”

That night, Lin Fei slept soundly, holding Xueyin, without nightmares—a relief after years of shadow. She knew the entire estate of the Lin Family was seized by a grand noble, and she wasn’t thinking of reclaiming it. Her concern was if the other party might suddenly emerge to kill and silence them.

In the Underground City, her fear wasn’t the harassment around her but the potential assassins. She hesitated even upon gaining entry into the city for fear of this.

Now, it’s finally over.

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