Storm of Gods

Chapter 262 "Overtime"

After dinner, Travis gave Li Xin a set of cigars, as he felt Li Xin really needed them. Li Xin didn't stand on ceremony, probably genuinely hoping the Night Watch would help. However, he overestimated his influence. The current progress was entirely due to the Night Watch's need. As for Aklis, he still didn't quite understand the prince's true purpose, but since it was advantageous for him, he accepted it. He hadn't used the token.

I have a feeling this isn't a good thing; it might become a hot potato, so I need to be careful.

At the fifth branch of Hexbird Company, the workers had all gone home. The carriage stopped, and Li Xin looked around outside. He saw the door lock and realized that Christy should have gone home as well. Li Xin didn't leave but walked across the street.

Across the street from Hexbirds is 88 Maher Street, 109, a relatively upscale apartment complex, considered mid-to-high-end in the Saint-Ze district. Christy lives here.

I got the key a long time ago, but Christy said she could only come if there was an emergency. Luckily, I haven't had any urgent matters lately, so I finally got a chance.

As soon as Li Xin knocked on the door, he slapped his forehead. Damn it, he should have brought a gift for his first visit. The only gift he had in his bracelet was a box of cigars that Travis had just given him.

The door opened, and Christy, dressed in casual clothes, saw Li Xin looking embarrassed. She smiled slightly and said, "Why are you standing there like an idiot? Come in."

As Li Xin entered, he saw that the apartment had a small courtyard, but it was bare with some old boxes piled up in the open space.

"Do you need to change your shoes?" Li Xin looked around. It was a two-story apartment with a spacious and simple living room. The house was neatly organized, but it didn't look like a home. It looked more like another office, with various newspapers categorized and toolboxes neatly stacked all over the floor, like a small warehouse.

“No need. This is also part of our office space. The Night Patrol holds meetings here. Upstairs is where I live. It’s rather simple, doesn’t it? It doesn’t really look like a woman’s home, does it?” Christie laughed. “Would you like some coffee?”

Is it really necessary to be so energized so late at night?
"Okay, have a drink."

Christie smiled and said, "Sit down for a while. You should have told me it's your first time here so I could prepare."

"I just got back from the funeral. It was so rushed that I forgot to buy a gift. I'll make it up to you next time."

Christie nodded gently. "I thought you didn't want to come."

Li Xin was stunned. What did he mean by not wanting to come? Didn't you say you would notify us in advance? Isn't this implying that we shouldn't come if there's no need?

Realizing that Li Xin had misunderstood, Christie rolled her eyes at him. "What I meant was that if you come, I'll prepare accordingly. Also, please don't let it clash with a work meeting. I don't want people saying I'm an old cow eating young grass."

Li Xin touched his nose speechlessly, "Where am I old!"

Christie was amused by Li Xin's words; that was probably Li Xin's charm—he always had a unique perspective.

With a cup of coffee in each of them, Christie sat comfortably: "So, tell me, what important discovery have you made?"

“Yes, I did. I spent the whole day with Travis…” Li Xin recounted his day’s experiences and Travis’s needs.

Christie sipped her coffee slowly. "He also gave you a box of cigars?"

Li Xin flipped his hand and took out the box of cigars. Christy looked at it and said, "He's a bit stingy. He's so stingy about something this big. Do you even know what Mother Goddess Academy is?"

"You mean this place is dangerous?" Li Xin sipped his coffee, a little wistfully thinking that good health is truly important, and now he could drink coffee at night without any worries.

"It's not just not easy to mess with; it's a place no one wants to touch. Marquis William is in charge of the school's affairs. He has one-quarter royal blood and is an old nobleman of Heldan. He is also in charge of the royal family's internal affairs, essentially the royal family's chief steward for external affairs."

The true founder of this Mother Goddess Academy is none other than His Majesty the current King. Therefore, from its inception, the Mother Goddess Academy has been very high-profile, attracting many donations. Many people in Heldan have received help from the Mother Goddess Academy, making it extremely influential among the people and sparking a wave of charity throughout the country. It is said that this was also the idea of ​​the Heavenly Principle Sect, greatly alleviating the public opinion crisis during the difficult period after the King's ascension to the throne. Now, to say that he is related to the internal organ demon, even if it's true, think about how great the backlash would be,” Christie said.

Li Xin frowned. His Majesty the King was the founder and an integral part of the King's image. If it were discovered that the "Internal Organ Demon" was created by the King, this just King would lose face immensely. Putting himself in the King's shoes, even if he ultimately ruthlessly quelled the incident, he wouldn't like the person or organization that lifted the lid. People are people; they have emotions and preferences. No wonder Travis was so wary. All his useless words were about this.

“It’s not Travis’s fault. He’s one of the people who actually does the work in the Undertaker. Otherwise, this thankless task wouldn’t have fallen to him. It’s not easy to find suspicious points from so many clues. But the Undertaker doesn’t dare to touch this. Even if he wanted to, his men couldn’t do it. If even one of them leaked the information, he’d be finished,” Christie said, sipping her coffee, her eyes shining. “But it’s an opportunity for us Night Watchers.”

Seeing Christy's excited expression, Li Xin knew that she wasn't afraid at all; on the contrary, she was even more interested.

"You want to get involved in this matter? Aren't you worried about bankrupting Bird Society?"

Christy smiled slightly and tossed her hair gently. "Would you like to take a look upstairs?"

"May I?"

Christie rolled her eyes at Li Xin, who was putting on airs, and said, "Carry me up."

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Xin picked up Christie. Their eyes were burning with passion. Christie leaned close to Li Xin's ear and gently bit him. "Let's work overtime tonight to sort out the case. I feel like we're getting closer and closer to the truth."

Li Xin had grown accustomed to Christie's strange hobby; the more important it was, the crazier she became...

... (This part doesn't look good)

Christie's bedroom was tidy, with a large, soft bed that carried a woman's unique fragrance. However, it lacked the cozy atmosphere typical of women's homes. He felt it was a good place for fighting, and he could simply jump out the window if he encountered any problems.

“Based on what you’ve discovered today, there’s something seriously wrong with Mother Goddess Academy.” Christie’s beautiful eyes sparkled, and her long eyelashes had a hazy beauty under the moonlight.

Li Xin held Christy in his arms, playing with her smooth, silky skin. It felt so good. "Actually, investigating the connections between their orphanages, the Grace Classes they sponsor, the Church House, and the missing persons might yield even greater results."

"You have doubts too?"

“It’s not just a matter of suspicion. I believe there must be some principled and kind-hearted people among the nobles of Heldan, but in this era, taking things to such an extreme and pure state is against human nature and is a terrible thing.” Li Xin recalled the case from his previous life: a world-renowned nun who was once considered the embodiment of kindness, but was later found to be involved in human trafficking behind the scenes, and a certain Li Island.

“Isn’t that a bit too hasty?” Christie said. Having lived in Heldan for a long time and being the leader of the Night Watchers, she had a lot of information about Heldan. “As far as I know, the Mother Goddess Academy has indeed done a lot of good deeds and helped many people.”

“I’m not denying these things. I just believe that no one is perfect. Now that the clues point here, we should remain skeptical. Of course, we can’t just make baseless accusations. We need evidence. Travis also needs evidence. Without evidence, he can’t do anything,” Li Xin said. Even Aklis wanted this.

“At this stage of the case, someone has to do the work, otherwise the clues will run dry again, or we’ll have to wait for new developments. The funeral director has been casting a wide net in various districts, working overtime every day, and conducting investigations in surrounding cities as well. He’s also keeping an eye on the channels into the city with the gang’s informants. It’s a relaxed exterior but a tight interior. Our King is quite a meticulous person.” Christie licked her lips lightly.

Li Xin admired this point. The king had already made a fortune by punishing Anthony and adding the phrase "the prince is subject to the same law as the commoner." It was truly commendable that he was willing to seriously investigate the case.

“Let’s gnaw on this tough nut.” Christie licked her lips, as if she had spotted prey.

"Are you sure?" Li Xin hadn't expected Christy to be so persistent about this case.

Christy's slender, fair fingers gently traced across Li Xin's chest, tapping it. "Little brother, shouldn't young people be brave? You're such a coward, is that not good enough?"

This is intolerable! He must teach Christie a lesson for her stubbornness; that vixen is too good at it.

Late at night, Li Xin slept very soundly. In the darkness, Christie opened her eyes and gently removed the hand that was resting on her body...

(End of this chapter)