Chapter 298: Refusal

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.

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."