Chapter 1451: Little Jin Long and the Guardian Phoenix 04

What danger could be inside a gift box, yet it could make Jin Long so solemn?

Chang Li couldn't help but feel curious, following his gaze he glanced a few times and explained gently: "That's just a gift from a friend."

"Even if there is danger, Phoenix must trust me."

Jin Chen spoke earnestly, picking up the gift box's fastener and undoing it: "Phoenix really makes people worry, unable to even judge such a simple danger."

Saying that always feels a bit weird.

Chang Li thought for a moment and said: "Are you holding a grudge because I said on the bus that Phoenix is stronger than Jin Long?"

Is Jin Chen a childish ghost!

Jin Chen shifted his gaze, continuing to focus on the gift box, and snorted: "I never said that."

Chang Li sat down on the other side of the tea table, not stopping Jin Chen's action of opening the gift box.

Jin Long oversees auspicious and misfortune; perhaps he can truly see the foul energy he cannot perceive.

Indeed, after Jin Chen quickly opened the gift box, Chang Li also felt a faint monster aura.

"How could there be monster aura..." Chang Li was truly puzzled.

This gift was a souvenir given after Ning Ze organized the banquet; every friend who attended should have received one.

"Perhaps it's just a coincidence." Chang Li remained silent for a few seconds, speculating.

After all, it wasn't a one-of-a-kind gift.

Jin Chen slightly raised his eyebrows, staring into Chang Li's eyes and spoke bluntly: "Is Phoenix an idiot? Where in the world do so many coincidences come from?"

"We have to throw it away, otherwise Phoenix will be in danger."

That's a surprising statement; Chang Li calmly took a sip of tea, not to mention that aside from Jin Long, no monster in the world could match his power.

As for the monster aura in this bottle, it's so slight as to be negligible; compared to the warning that a monster dares to harm him, Chang Li would rather guess which monster slipped into human society and left traces at work.

However, after thinking all that, Chang Li showed not the slightest intention of refusing.

It's just a gift; if the kid wants to throw it away, let him.

"Alright, then I'll leave it to you to handle."

Chang Li even reached out and ruffled Jin Chen's head.

Jin Chen: "……"

A hundred thousand things feel off.

Who allowed his wife to treat him like a child!

... Even if it's a fact, it's not allowed!

Jin Chen smashed everything inside the gift box and threw it away, not forgetting to burn a bit of dragon fire.

——

The ID application went smoothly; monsters also have offices in the human world, thanks to Jin Chen's identity, making even the originally very cumbersome process extremely fast.

It's just that Chang Li doesn't understand why these monster staff, upon hearing Jin Chen's identity, all cast gossipy and probing glances at him.

Just as Jin Chen was taken into a small room to take ID photos, a relatively bold monster floated by Chang Li's side.

"Respected Phoenix, is your relationship with this newly transformed Jin Long truly as the legends say?"

"What legends?" Chang Li looked at him, puzzled.

"Rumor has it that you and Jin Long were already betrothed while still in your eggs, a blessing permitted by the Heavenly Dao."

Chang Li: "……"

The Heavenly Dao shouldn't be that idle.

"No." Chang Li didn't know how to explain; although the inherited memory seemed to have... something like that, but after all they've only just met.

He still needs to take it easy.

Who would have thought that as soon as Chang Li finished speaking, the little monster clutched its heart and gave starry eyes to the black door of the small room.

"I knew it was fake; how could a dragon and a phoenix be a match made in heaven?"

"In that case, I can pursue Jin Long! He's so handsome!"

Chang Li slightly raised an eyebrow and instinctively replied: "No."

"Huh? Why..." "Because I belong to Phoenix, I cannot be pursued by other monsters."

Suddenly, the door opened and Jin Chen answered this question, his tone a bit cold and stern, looking rather intimidating to monsters.

The little monster covered its heart, nodding repeatedly, mourning the love that was nipped in the bud just as it began to sprout.

This is truly hurtful to monsters! The little monster wailed and left in a gust of wind.

Chang Li smelled the lingering fragrance in the air: "... So it's a peach blossom monster."

Jin Chen pinched his nose, his voice muffled: "How can Phoenix say the legend is wrong? It's clearly correct as is."

"Alright, how old are you, do you even know what a partner is?" Chang Li pulled Jin Chen over, completely ignoring his cool, tense face, "I still have work to do; shall I first take you to the studio?"

"Worried Jin Chen might not understand, Chang Li explained again: "It's just a place to get things done, similar to the Leopard Elder's council hall."

Jin Chen made an "oh" sound, shook Chang Li's hand, and said: "Whatever."

Anyway, being with his wife, anywhere is the same.

Today he's actually much better behaved than yesterday.

Chang Li is very satisfied.

Satisfied my ass.

Just stepping onto the business street, Chang Li failed to notice and saw Jin Chen staring intently at a bunch of balloons an old man was selling, then followed him over and pulled out a priceless treasure from his pocket.

It looks like he wants to exchange it.

Chang Li felt helpless.

Since the elders of Monster Mountain told Jin Chen he could exchange treasures for things, why didn't they tell him that the exchange rules and currency aren't equivalent? Using an antique to trade for balloons—is that even reasonable!

Young man, how could you think to trade a broken bowl for a balloon! Is that even reasonable!

The old woman was quite indignant.

Chang Li: "……"

Jin Chen gripped the antique porcelain bowl, almost unable to hold it.

But the balloon will be useful later.

He closed his eyes, then snatched the balloon and ran.

Chang Li sucked in a breath of cold air, quickly shoved the money at the old woman, saying, "Sorry, he… is a bit…"

Chang Li pointed to his head.

The old woman suddenly understood, pinching the red note and sighing, "What a handsome young man, how can he be so foolish?"

Jin Chen and Youyou appeared behind Chang Li, saying, "The phoenix scolds me."

I saw it all.

Chang Li coughed lightly, feeling guilty, "You snatched someone else's stuff and ran; if you didn't say that, you'd be punished by human police."

Jin Chen: "Not afraid, they can't beat me."

Did the police provoke you?

Chang Li held Jin Chen's other hand, the one not holding a balloon, and still had to coax him; all talk of being obedient and well-behaved was just a facade.

I'll give you some money and a bank card; if you like something, don't steal it.

Jin Chen pondered, deciding not to ask what a bank card was, as it seemed overly stupid.

Oh.

Jin Chen shook the balloon in his hand, picked a pink one for Chang Li, and said, "Here."

I… okay.

Chang Li swallowed his dislike and took the balloon.

That day, all members of the Phoenix Feather Workshop entered with complex expressions, holding pink Beautiful Sheep balloons, followed by a handsome young guy clutching a bunch of balloons.

The front desk was filled with eager anticipation from everyone.

She stood up, first called out "Boss," then asked, "Who is this gentleman behind you?"

In an instant, all members working on the design sketches turned sideways, leaning in to listen.