Chapter 160

"Should be arriving soon... why hasn't it arrived yet?"

Hou Jue Wo Ban muttered to himself.

Immediately, he sensed something, his expression subtly shifting.

He gazed at a corner of the void.

In an instant, the void before him twisted.

Su Han, accompanied by Bai Hu Zi and Ran Zhen, stepped out of the twisted void as if appearing from nowhere.

"Old Hou Jue, it's been a long time!"

Su Han smiled faintly and nodded to Hou Jue Wo Ban.

"President my lord!"

Hou Jue Wo Ban's eyes flickered slightly, then lit up with delight; he strode forward and embraced Su Han.

Then, he moved to stand beside Bai Hu Zi.

Looking at Bai Hu Zi's height, his face twitched slightly; the gesture he intended to make froze mid-motion.

In the end, he awkwardly patted Bai Hu Zi's thigh.

As for the last one, Ran Zhen... Hou Jue Wo Ban simply ignored him entirely.

Ran Zhen Zongjie wore glasses, clad in a white feathered robe, his face wearing a gentle smile.

He looked exactly like a schoolteacher, revealing not the slightest hint of sharpness.

Even though Hou Jue Wo Ban ignored him, Ran Zhen's smile remained unchanged, as always.

"Ran Zhen's depth of cunning... is truly extraordinary."

Su Han glanced at Ran Zhen and nodded slightly.

As for Bai Hu Zi, seeing Ran Zhen like this, he laughed, glanced at Ran Zhen, paused in thought for a moment, then as if making a firm decision, spoke seriously.

"Oh hahaha! The captain of the Fifth Division in the Soul Society? I've seen your extraordinary talent in Soul Reaper. By the way, would you be interested in becoming my son?"

Upon hearing this, Su Han's movement halted.

Then, he looked at Bai Hu Zi and Ran Zhen with an utterly strange expression.

What on earth is Old Bai Hu Zi up to? Still, looking at Old Bai Hu Zi, though his face wore a smile, his expression made it clear he was serious.

Su Han couldn't help but press his palm to his forehead—didn't Old Bai Hu Zi fear provoking Ran Zhen?

Then triggering a full-blown brawl? Though... members of the guild can't harm each other, after all.

After a brief pause, Su Han unhesitatingly activated the guild's live-streaming system.

Su Xiao Xiao: "Everyone, everyone—there's a sudden development here."

Cheng Long Doesn't Want to Dig: "What sudden development?"

Su Xiao Xiao: "Just now, upon meeting, Bai Hu Zi invited Ran Zhen Zongjie, asking whether he wanted to become his son—hahaha..."

Pure White Fairy: "... Become a son?"

Fallen Angel Twelve-Winged Black Cat Clan: "Terrifying—no wonder he's my old man... even a Dafan Sect like Ran Zhen wants to be adopted as a son."

Tony Isn't the Richest: "Ran Zhen is getting adopted as a son. Ran Zhen Zongjie."

666, Ran Zhen, Ran Zhen—I never thought you'd have this day! Hahaha!"

Soul Reaper Agent: "Ran Zhen Zongjie."

Hahaha, you've finally been adopted as a son, Ran Zhen!"

Symbol of Peace: "... Old Bai Hu Zi's audacity is truly astonishing."

Miss Xia Shizi: "I'm curious—what's Ran Zhen's expression right now? By the way, as a Shinigami of the Soul Society, Ran Zhen has lived far longer than Bai Hu Zi, even longer than Hou Jue Wo Ban. Thinking about it this way... the plot becomes even more fascinating! A son older than his father? I feel my inspiration is gushing like a fountain."

Bai Jing Heizi: "Forget it! Snacking on drama is the priority."

Ran Zhen heard Bai Hu Zi's invitation; his expression subtly stiffened.

Even as calm and composed as he was, he now felt a headache coming on.

Shouldn't be surprised—he's the one whose username is "Come Be My Son."

that guy?

Though he'd long known the man loved adopting sons, he never imagined it would happen to him.

He gave Bai Hu Zi a long, silent look, then shook his head without a word.

His voice was perfectly calm.

"Bai Hu Zi, I have no intention of becoming your son."

"Moreover, even if I did become your son, you'd better watch out—I might become the second Hei Hu Zi. For your own good and mine, bury that idea deep. I'll pretend this never happened."

A natural refusal, with a subtle hint of threat.

Su Han's expression shifted slightly.

Even he had to admit—Ran Zhen's current level of cunning surpassed his expectations.

Bai Hu Zi, however, didn't care—he laughed heartily: "If you truly became my son, I wouldn't worry about you becoming the second Hei Hu Zi!"

He paused briefly, clicked his tongue, and added regretfully:

"But... since you refuse, then forget it."

This wasn't Bai Hu Zi trying to pressure Ran Zhen.

He'd simply had a sudden whim.

Bai Hu Zi's nature was always like this.

After thinking it over, he tossed the matter aside entirely.

His Kenbunshoku Haki surged outward.

He wanted to scout the surrounding area.

However, when his Observation Haki enveloped the entire submarine, a look of shock appeared on his face.

"This cruise ship…… is truly like a floating castle at sea! Vast, luxurious."

"Truly remarkable…"

"What's wrong?"

Hou Jue Wo Ban glanced at Bai Hu Zi and said casually, "If you want this cruise ship, I'll give it to you after this mission is over."

"Oh hahaha! No matter how luxurious this cruise ship is, I don't want it."

Bai Hu Zi laughed heartily, then suddenly remembered something; his smile faded as he turned serious and looked at Hou Jue Wo Ban.

"Old Hou Jue, I recall your world has a super weapon called an aircraft carrier, right?"

"What of it?"

Hou Jue Wo Ban slightly raised his brow.

"Interested in selling me a few, as a favor? I can trade Devil Fruits for them."

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