Storm of Gods

Chapter 14 Cheap Aunt
With Kurt's approval, Li Xin truly stepped into the world of Night Watch. This was not just a formal induction ceremony. From now on, even if something happened, there would be someone to take responsibility for him. This was also the rule of Night Watch, especially for those in a team who helped each other.

The fifth team consists of six people in total, with Kurt as the leader and Callio as the vice-leader;
Team members: Wu Gang, Di Nari, Fan Jia, Li Xin.

Captain Kurt has extensive experience and is very powerful. He has the ability to manipulate. Psychics who possess abilities are often the best. Denari is good at tracking, and Vanga is an expert in mysticism. They both have good combat abilities. Of course, Cario and Wu Gang are more prominent.

Li Xin's combat ability has been recognized, but Kurt still emphasized that he must obey orders in battle. In many cases, dealing with monsters, cultists and strange events does not rely on combat power, but on experience and control of the battle situation. The most unacceptable thing is rashness and impulsiveness.

Of course, this is not achieved overnight, but is accumulated through repeated tasks.

Li Xin is not only capable, but also has a calm personality that is deeply recognized by Kurt and Cario. It is rare to see someone so young, with such strength, and yet so humble. He is worthy of being chosen by Captain Luo.

After being assigned to an area, team members will take turns on duty when there is no operational mission. Li Xin is a newcomer, so he follows the old team members on duty to accumulate experience and occasionally patrol. He is considered to have officially joined the job. The night patrolmen actually have a pretty comfortable life when nothing happens in the jurisdiction.

Li Xin took out the last of his family's food reserves, a four-year-smoked pig's hind leg, and brought it to Luo Jin, while also reporting on his recent situation.

Although Luo Jin didn't care about these things, he learned about Li Xin's recent situation from Casey. He was of course a little proud in his heart. How could his vision be bad? It was just that this kid was better than he thought and had no problems acclimatizing. So he was in a good mood when he saw Li Xin.

Putting the pork leg aside, he said, "Captain, I have officially started working. I still have some experience but I will learn as I go along."

Then he talked about his situation by focusing on the key points. Luo Jin kept nodding his head as he listened. His logic was clear and concise.

Li Xin scratched his head a little embarrassedly, "Everyone seems to have misunderstood me as your nephew..."

Luo Jin couldn't help but laugh, "Isn't this exactly what you wanted? You're taking advantage of me, kid. But, having a nephew like you isn't a disadvantage."

Looking at Luo Jin's expression, Li Xin understood everything at this moment, "Uncle Luo, this pork leg is my filial gift."

"Haha, sure, you know what, the bacon and jerky you made taste really good."

"It's made with a secret recipe soy sauce, and it becomes flavorful after being air-dried."

Luo Jin nodded. "I'm a bachelor with nothing. This badge was a gift from the Archbishop when I was promoted to captain. I'll give it to you."

Looking at the badge emitting a hazy glow, Li Xin could sense the power that must have been blessed by the Archbishop. He took it with both hands without refusing, "Uncle Luo, I won't be polite then."

"Do your job well. Our purpose as Night Watchmen is to uphold justice. But remember, if you want to survive as a Night Watchman, don't try to be a hero," Luo Jin said. "If you have any problems that you can't solve, come to me."

"Hey, Uncle Luo, just don't find me annoying when the time comes."

Li Xin was in a good mood when he left the office. He almost bumped into Cathy. "Sister Cathy, do you like eavesdropping so much?"

Cathy blushed, "What do you mean by eavesdropping? I'm just concerned about you... Ah Xin, ahem, that..."

"Sister Cathy, are you asking how I can get closer to Uncle Luo, so that it's more than just a working relationship?" Li Xin said directly.

Casey blushed and seeing that there was no one around, she quickly pulled Li Xin aside. This guy was really good at socializing with people. She rarely saw Luo Jin so easy to talk to, and he even gave her such a precious Moon Goddess Medal. She gritted her teeth and went for it, "Yes, Old Luo is like a stone and can't be warmed up. I'm also old and my family is pressuring me." In fact, Casey's feelings were known to everyone on night patrol, but Luo Jin was like a wooden man. Needless to say, Casey's conditions were among the best in the whole Tianjing.

The family has a council member of the city hall, who is definitely from a famous family. He is young and beautiful, and is a top student who graduated from the Academy of Ecclesiastical Studies. He has a good character and personality. Although Luo Jin is capable and powerful, he is still marrying above his station. What is more precious is the girl's feelings. Under normal circumstances, even if a noble woman awakens, she will only choose the church and will never come to the Night Watch.

"Sister Cathy, you're being overly modest. You're the goddess of our Night Watch. It's actually quite simple. Uncle Luo should have some feelings for him, but he's just not quite sure, or perhaps not very confident. If you just take the initiative, it'll only take a few minutes to win him over!"

"I've been on night patrol for four years. I'm almost an old maid. You've seen it too, why don't you take the initiative?" Casey felt a little resentful, and even looked at Li Xin less favorably. "Are you no good enough, kid?"

Old Luo is important, but Housekeeper Casey is equally important. The county magistrate is not as good as the current manager. "Sister Casey, it's different. Working hours are work after all. Uncle Luo is the captain after all. He is a man who clearly distinguishes between public and private life. Only when we spend time together after work can we truly communicate. Do you have any activities after get off work?"

Casey thought about it seriously, and it seemed that it really wasn't the case. Luo Jin didn't participate in the activities, and with him as the team leader, the others didn't feel comfortable either. It seemed like he had been alone for a very long time.

"I wanted to invite him to a concert and go shopping before, but he never agreed once." Casey said a little frustrated. After all, she is a girl, and it is impossible for her to really disregard her face. I really don't know how to take the initiative now that it is so obvious.

Li Xin knew it was time to test him. After pondering for a while, his eyes lit up. "It's actually quite simple. Uncle Luo often likes to go for a drink after get off work. Is it true that only he is allowed to go there and not you? A chance encounter is always fine, right? Besides, after drinking, he should have taken you home. It's not safe for a girl to walk alone at night."

“…I am the Awakened…”

"Sister Cathy, a drunk awakened person is no different from an ordinary person, and you're not a combat type, you don't know how to fight!" Li Xin had to give her some further advice, "If you can't get Lao Luo drunk, how can you get yourself drunk? Ahem, Sister Cathy, please don't say I said that, I only have one life."

I still feel a little guilty because the uncle I just recognized turned around and sold me out.

Casey obviously realized something, her eyes became brighter and brighter, and she suddenly looked at Li Xin with favor. Why didn't she think of it!
She knew the pub Luo Jin frequented. After get off work, people were most relaxed and didn't have to worry too much. They would just drink a little...

Isn’t the atmosphere here?
"Ah Xin, you know a lot!" Casey looked at Li Xin suspiciously, with a strange emotion in his expression.

Li Xin immediately understood that this wasn't about knowing more, but knowing more. He quickly raised his hand and said, "Sister Cathy, this hasn't happened yet. I won't burn bridges after crossing them. I promise that this matter will be known to heaven and earth, you and me. We are comrades-in-arms, and I am your staunch supporter."

Li Xin plays with sincerity, there is nothing wrong with that.

Cathy smiled brightly, feeling happier than ever before, as if the clouds had cleared and the sun had finally come out. "This is my good nephew. Here, this is a gift from your aunt. It will make shopping easier for you."

Aunt???

The golden card in her hand was heavy. Casey's mouth curled up with pride. She hummed a nice tune and walked away.

Looking at the excited figure, even the money-loving Li Xin felt as if he had lost something.

How much is this thing worth?
In the end, Li Xin didn't ask. The price of betraying his cheap uncle and having his generation downgraded seemed a bit heavy.

(End of this chapter)