Storm of Gods

Chapter 178 Overturning Clouds and Rain
Li Xin changed into a clean set of clothes. The heat in Heldan had its advantages; casual clothes weren't so formal. Although it was a bit ambiguous, Li Xin didn't think much of it. After tidying up, he called a carriage to go to the Bluebird Bar at No. 18 Krim Street.

Heldan was very beautiful at dusk. The Bluebird Bar certainly didn't have the superior location of Ivory Bay, but it was still located near the tail end of the bay. The gentle sea breeze was refreshing, as if he was no longer on the Dao Yuan Continent, but had returned to a seaside resort in his previous life.

The Bluebird Bar was already quite crowded. The Heldan people loved to enjoy themselves and drink, and whether they were rich or poor, they would always find a place that suited them. Li Xin arrived early and gave the waiter a 50-lira tip, and was given a good spot with a nice view and no disturbance. This seemed to be the first time he had formally invited a lady since coming to the Daoyuan Continent.

I ordered the local specialty, ripe sugarcane wine. It was only about ten degrees alcohol, sweet, and easy to drink. I enjoyed the breeze and listened to the conversations around me. Actually, I didn't really listen to what they were talking about; I was just letting my mind go. People need to learn to relax. Being tense all day is useless. The world will keep turning.

I thought Christie would take a long time to arrive, but before the appointed time, I already saw the sexy lady. There was no way around it; even in Heldan, where there were many beauties, Christie was very eye-catching. With her slightly wavy blonde hair and bright eyes, Christie was dressed very simply. In Li Xin's eyes, her relaxed and slightly mature look was even more charming. He was already drunk before we even started drinking.

Li Xin waved his hand, and Christie sat down with a smile, immediately feeling the envious, jealous, and hateful gazes around her.

"Have you been here long?" Christie tossed her hair, her body exuding a fresh fragrance, the scent of someone who had just taken a bath.

“Just arrived, sister, what would you like to drink?” Li Xin waved to the waiter.

Christie looked around at the situation. "You're quite skilled, isn't that? It doesn't seem to fit your age or life experience at all."

"I'm glad my sister likes it." Li Xin skipped the question and went straight to praising her.

“Smooth-talking.” Christie took the wine list, glanced at it, and ordered a distilled spirit, probably around 30 or 40 proof. “Don’t drink children’s juice.”

Li Xin touched his nose, feeling looked down upon. The waiter next to him also looked at Li Xin with a hint of disdain. How did this young lad manage to get a date with such a beautiful woman?
"What are you looking at? I have a special skill!" Li Xin said.

The waiter suddenly realized that the young man was wearing ordinary fabric, while the beautiful woman was wearing high-quality fabric, even though it looked simple. He must have met a man with exceptional talent. It was said that noblewomen liked men with extraordinary talents.

"What's your special skill?" Christie teased.

"I can write novels and cook. I can go to the battlefield and work in the kitchen. Wouldn't you call that a special skill?"

Christie giggled, her body trembling with laughter. Her interactions with Li Xin were all about unrestrained joy. "It doesn't count," she said.

"Oh, does this count?" Suddenly, Li Xin's hand flicked, and a blue night-blooming flower appeared in front of him. "For my sister."

The technique was learned from Mr. Kan; it's a beginner-level magic trick. The blue night flower was hard to find in the market; it's a flower unique to Lilong and is commonly seen in the Moon Goddess's Church, but less so in Heldan. It's said that the Moon Goddess likes the blue night flower, as it symbolizes tranquility and forbearance.

Christie accepted the flowers and smiled slightly. "You're quite the charmer. Looks like you've tricked quite a few young girls. I'm curious how you managed to infiltrate the Night Patrol team."

"It must have been a twist of fate," Li Xin said. "Where's my sister?"

“Oh, don’t I look like a Herdan?” Christie said.

“Yes, they do look alike, but there are people in this world who are mixed-race. Just because someone looks like a Herdan doesn’t mean they are Herdan.” Li Xin raised his glass. “A toast to the Moon Goddess.”

Christie glanced at the blooming blue night-blooming jasmine, just like a woman in full bloom, and said, "Is it any good, little brother?"

"Sister, don't ask, just ask." This distilled liquor does have some strength, but Li Xin isn't too picky and finds it quite enjoyable.

Christie smiled slightly, drank a glass as well, her expression unchanged and her heart pounding, "How did you figure that out?"

"There are quite a few flaws."

"Oh? Tell me, if you say it well, I'll have a drink; if you say it badly, you have a drink." Christie tapped her pale fingers on the table.

“You’re playing a bit too far,” Li Xin said, noticing Christie’s provocation.

"What, are you scared?" Christie's voice was somewhat unrestrained and liberated.

“When you first came here, the president hinted that you were one of the Funeral Directors, and I believed him. But later you went too far in hinting at your relationship with the president, it was a bit too obvious. Even if you are related, you don’t need to do it in front of a newcomer.” Li Xin pointed to the wine.

Christie picked up her glass and downed it in one gulp, tilting her head back with a rather cool air.

"The president is a man, after all. I've been in and out of your office many times, and he hasn't reacted at all. That's not reasonable."

Christie chuckled, "Fine, you're mocking the president for not being a man, I'm going to tattle on you."

Li Xin winked and smiled, "I'll have a drink with you."

"That's more like it." Christie downed another glass in one gulp. This wine was surprisingly strong; Li Xin felt his body getting a little hot. Of course, he didn't use his spiritual energy to suppress it. To do that with such expensive wine, using spiritual energy to suppress it would be like drinking water—that would be foolish.

“Thirdly, when I went to The Undertaker, I mentioned you to Travis, but his expression was off, a bit disdainful. So you're not one of The Undertaker's people. Sister, you played your role very well,” Li Xin said.

“Oh, maybe my identity is a secret he doesn’t know, or maybe he’s helping me cover it up,” Christie said dismissively.

“It’s different. His reaction was very smooth. It’s hard for a man to fake that kind of contempt. As for not knowing, that’s even more impossible. If it’s about monitoring the night patrol, it’s definitely the head of the funeral procession in Shengze District. If he doesn’t know, who does? Drink up,” Li Xin said confidently.

Christie's eyes flickered, then suddenly turned resentful. "I treated you like a younger brother, but you investigated me."

Li Xin was both amused and exasperated; this was cheating! "Together."

“That’s more like it.” Christie wasn’t trying to cheat; she just believed that sharing happiness was better than keeping it to herself.

Li Xin swirled the empty glass. “Actually, these things are secondary. You may be aware of them normally, but at times you unconsciously exude the expression of a controller. That’s not the demeanor a secretary should have, especially in the Night Patrol’s meetings. A real secretary isn’t like you.”

Christie refilled their glasses, then waved for a waiter to bring another bottle. With the sea breeze blowing, Christie showed no sign of being upset about being exposed.

“You’re right, but my trick still works very well. It’s easy to see through a person’s character and integrity. Do you think you can just walk into Bird Society like that?” Christie laughed. “Let’s switch things up and talk about you now.”

Li Xin knew that Christie must have a secret. She changed the subject because she didn't want to investigate further. Maybe she had some kind of mission. A night watchman who looked exactly like a Herdan was clearly the leader, but she had an undignified disguise. She was definitely not just testing newcomers.

But it didn't matter; he didn't want to know.

"You came to Heldan seeking refuge. What did you do that you don't want people to know? Is it related to Luo Jin?" Christie asked with a smile.

Li Xin looked at Christie and shrugged indifferently, "I guess so."

Speaking of Luo Jin, Li Xin felt a little regretful. He hadn't been able to have a proper drink with Luo Jin. "Uncle Luo is a fool. He's so old, yet he's still as impulsive as a young man. He's such a stubborn old man."

Perhaps it was the alcohol taking effect, but Li Xin seemed to miss Lao Luo when he mentioned him.

“Respecting the elderly is stubborn.” Christie also raised her glass and clinked it with Li Xin’s. The night patrolmen all understood what kind of forbearance and perseverance it took to reach that point. It was a belief that one should be prepared to lose everything.

“You are not a Li Dragon,” Christie continued.

Li Xin looked at Christie strangely, "What do you mean?"

“I don’t remember where Li Long’s hometown dishes are minced meat and Kung Pao chicken, but unfortunately I have a lot of knowledge in this area, so I’m sure I won’t make a mistake.” Christie pointed to her forehead. “Besides, your demeanor doesn’t quite seem like that of a traditional Kyoto person.”

"Sister, you're observing me so closely, could it be that you've taken a liking to me?" Li Xin's eyes widened.

"Guess." Christie smiled and raised her glass, the two clinking it lightly.

The strong liquor went down my throat, and I felt an indescribable sense of pleasure and relaxation. The night in Heldan was exceptionally beautiful, with a gentle sea breeze. It was truly a wonderful place.

"I am an orphan." Li Xin finished his drink.

“What a coincidence, me too,” Christie said with a smile.

"Should we have a drink?"

bang~~~
The two talked a lot and drank a lot, but they never explored each other's secrets again. Instead, they told all sorts of stories and jokes before getting into the carriage together.

Christie naturally fell into Li Xin's arms, her voluptuous body exuding endless feminine charm. Moonlight shone through the windowpane, revealing Christie's long eyelashes and fair, delicate skin. As Li Xin looked down, his mouth went dry.

The carriage arrived at the Carp Dragon Inn, and Li Xin helped Christie to her room.

Seeing Christy lying on the bed, half-clothed and half-covered, in a daze, the temptation made Li Xin's head buzz. Li Xin poured a glass of water and was about to drink when Christy on the bed groaned for water. Li Xin took the glass over and Christy opened her sleepy eyes, grabbed Li Xin's collar and pulled him over. Instantly, the two were close to each other, able to feel each other's hot breath.

At this moment, all passion ignited between the two adults, destined to be a night of passionate lovemaking and intense, unforgettable encounters...

(End of this chapter)