Chapter 4, he was indeed too proactive

Discussing the philosophy of life with a dog

Beep beep beep

Xiao Yue ... ... cough, my lord, please do not be agitated, do not be agitated, I am feeling very confused right now, and I do not know what I want to do, I am just curious about whether the one I am talking to is truly human

"May I join you?" he asked

Have you never heard of the saying "a fish leaping over the dragon gate"

Zhou Zheng replied with a smile, and then let out a long sigh, his expression conveying an indescribable sense of dejection

The little gray dog finally reacted, jumping up and baring its teeth

Zhou Zheng, do you know who that little aunt in your bedroom is?

But as soon as a mist of tears appeared in Ao Ying's eyes, the thoughts in Zhou Zheng's heart naturally melted away

Zhou Zheng said with a wry smile: "If the facts are right in front of us, we can only try to understand and accept them; we cannot deceive ourselves."

The little grey dog was taken aback: "What is this thing?"

I am just an ordinary person, and I have been trying to persuade myself to accept my current life

He said in a low voice

Zhou Zheng glanced at the reading bar, which had now skipped past the last segment.

I apologize, I am feeling a bit emotional

The little grey dog curled its lips and explained: "The world is certainly real; it is just that there are many things you have not encountered, which is why you do not understand."

The story in the dream was quite absurd; he encountered an alluring female fairy who claimed that he needed to assist her in her cultivation, and without further ado, she pushed him down onto the bed

Next comes the languid voice of the man

However, it is worth noting that Ao Ying is the reincarnation of the little princess of the Dragon Palace. In her previous life, she was undoubtedly a true dragon, with her name recorded in the immortal register and holding a title.

I also do not know how to express it

We discovered her trail relatively late; by the time you reported to the police, she had already escaped the outer array of the city, which also helped us identify a few vulnerabilities

Zhou Zheng's mouth twitched a few times, and this time he did not refuse. After clicking agree, the other party immediately sent a voice request.

The female demon that attacked you today, I have already sent someone to hunt her down

"Is the world fake?" he asked

He leaned back in the computer chair for a moment, then began to browse through various strange stories and forums he had previously bookmarked, reassessing the authenticity of these 'absurd messages'.

Lord Xiaoyue chuckled on the other end of the line and directly got to the point

He did not know what was wrong with him. He had originally made up his mind to ask for her family's contact information in order to get in touch with them, ensuring that if she was not a celestial being, he would not be committing a crime by having her family report him to the police.

A small gray puppy, seemingly only a few months old, appeared right in the center of the video frame, wearing specially designed headphones

Zhou Zheng was lost in thought, browsing the web unconsciously

Zhou Zheng's eyes sparkled with a sudden brilliance

Walking to the computer, Zhou Zheng opened the several "strange tales" websites he had visited before. After browsing for more than ten minutes, he felt increasingly alert.

As the scene shifted, a little girl wielding a sword burst into the dream, quickly driving away the female fairy. She then approached with a cheerful smile, sweetly calling out "husband, husband"...

The little grey dog, however, did not dare to agree directly

Ao Ying stood quietly there, her eyes glimmering slightly, her lips gently pursed

Zhou Zheng glanced at his neatly arranged pajamas, made an effort to recall and confirmed that he had not engaged in any illegal activities, and let out a long sigh of relief

Even if you become a live-in son-in-law, those despicable individuals will still want to skin you alive! I advise you to stop having such unrealistic dreams and instead enjoy your comfortable home in peace; otherwise, you will only bring trouble upon yourself and increase your own distress.

Zhou Zheng blinked, switched to the desktop, and opened a small tool he had made himself. A simple progress bar appeared at the top of the dialog box

I now always feel that the world is fake, sighed Zhou Zheng

You remember to have a good talk with Ao Ying tomorrow, you can directly mention us to her, and she can also confirm our identity to you

Zhou Zheng, although unsure of what to say, still managed to utter a word: "Thank you"

I cannot reveal too much to you either, after all, you are merely a mortal. It is acceptable for you to indulge in a life of ease and confusion in this cozy nest, but it is our duty to protect you.

Ah, you suddenly mentioned this...

The image is somewhat hastily drawn, featuring a swirl of pink smoke, a stick figure, and in front of the stick figure, there is a small golden carp

Through the gap in the curtains, the bright moonlight streamed in, and Zhou Zheng gazed at her profile

Woof! What have you done! Woof!

The dog mouth of Xiaoyue was unable to close for a moment.

Now I have managed to suppress the matter for you, otherwise you would have already faced great calamity

She fumbled at her cuff for a moment, then pulled out a pink mobile phone seemingly out of nowhere, skillfully tapping on the screen to send a message

A video chat bar suddenly popped up beside the dialog box

A minor hobby

He sat up with a start, his eyes filled with shock

Zhou Zheng opened the camera beside him and gazed at the little gray dog with a complex expression

The living room is in complete disarray

What initially seemed like some absurd information now feels increasingly...

Lord Xiaoyue spoke in a manner that seemed quite old-fashioned, yet his voice still carried a hint of youthfulness

This planet has been devoid of spiritual energy for over 2,000 years, so where could a dragon egg come from for her reincarnation? Naturally, she transforms into a golden carp, and by leaping over the Dragon Gate, she can become a true dragon

The Greyhound furrowed its brow and, sitting behind the keyboard, said solemnly: "Call me Lord Xiaoyue!"

A pop-up window appeared in the lower right corner of the screen, which is a friend request from a chat application that requires real-name authentication. The profile picture of the other party is a meme featuring a husky.

Well, you need not worry too much; I have already arranged for someone to be by your side to prevent such issues from occurring again

I had a nightmare

Zhou Zheng, who has undergone over ten years of examination-based education, suddenly realizes at this moment that he knows nothing about this era of catastrophe

Within half a minute, a temporary chat dialog box popped up, containing an image.

Let me put it this way, the East Sea Dragon Palace is merely a nominal title. Ao Ying is one of the only three true dragon reincarnations. However, considering the current state of this star, the influence of the Dragon Palace on Blue Star should not be underestimated

Moreover, how should the matter concerning Ao Ying be handled

I do not need friends, nor do I yearn for a lively environment, but I wish to understand more of what is real. I want to live my life with greater clarity, to know what my purpose in this world is, and to comprehend the significance of my existence

Having finished speaking, the little gray dog skillfully tapped the keyboard with its paw and ended the voice call

Previously, Ao Ying claimed to be a celestial being and emphasized the Journey to the West.

Is it possible

The little grey dog felt a bit dizzy and disoriented

Through the transparent glass behind it, one can see a bustling hall, where figures dressed in ancient robes and those in suits and uniforms are seen everywhere, creating a surprisingly harmonious scene

However, Lord Xiaoyue, I believe that this matter should not be discussed with me, but rather the opinion of Ao Ying should be sought.

In this way, matters have their priorities and urgencies. Let us first see off this little aunt from the East Sea, and we can discuss the subsequent matters later

Zhou Zheng's words paused, his clear gaze resembling a spring reflecting the moon.

What exactly is going on

Hey? Why can't this camera be turned off

In the middle of the night, in the bedroom, Zhou Zheng suddenly shouted and opened his eyes, his forehead drenched in cold sweat, his face somewhat pale

Temporarily setting aside the issue of Ao Ying, Lord Xiao Yue...

I am truly surprised that you can remain so calm at this moment, no wonder... cough.

The image of that little girl holding the game controller in the first half of the night comes to mind, her expressions alternating between frustration and laughter

Police officer, please listen to my explanation

The little gray dog made a helpless expression: "Don't worry, once Ao Ying leaves, if you need it, we can help you erase the memories of these past few days. You can just think of it as having a fever and sleeping for a long time, and soon you will be able to return to your original life"

Zhou Zheng pressed his lips together, let out a slight breath, and spoke quickly

I have a stable job, and there are several acquaintances at work, but I always feel that I cannot fully integrate into this environment

The flavor is right

I glanced at the time; it is already 3 AM

A strange gurgling sound came from the headphones

Zhou Zheng turned off the small plugin here, and the dialog box suddenly turned black

Zhou Zheng groped in the darkness and soon discovered that he had touched a strand of smooth, soft long hair

Such a beautiful little fairy

In this way, I will find an opportunity to have a good talk with Ao Ying tomorrow. To be honest, I do not mind her being here with me, of course in the capacity of a friend

Zhou Zheng shook his head and smiled

I do not know what I will experience in the days to come, but if it continues as it is now, I can envision myself sitting in this apartment after retirement, watching dull television programs, calculating my pension and the food for the next meal

Let her serve you

Yet, whenever Zhou Zheng thought of that female demon, he still felt a twinge of fear deep within his heart

He casually asked: "Why are the dragon clan reincarnated as fish?"

Shouldn't we ask Uncle Fu about this matter

Young man, if you do not wish to attract trouble, quickly add me as a friend

Let us leave it at this for tonight, and we will talk again tomorrow. I will seek guidance from my superiors and strive to provide you with a response by tomorrow

Behind the bedroom door

That ... ...

She is a snow ferret spirit, who forcibly enhances her cultivation by absorbing the essence of men, possessing the equivalent of three hundred years of arduous practice, and is skilled in evasion techniques and concealment

Many people deceive themselves, which is both pitiable and contemptible

The voice from across the way pauses slightly

Zhou Zheng conveniently took a screenshot

Lord Xiaoyue

Otherwise, the place where one currently finds oneself is likely the latest crime scene of a serial murder case

Immortals, monsters, and a talking little divine dog

Zhou Zheng replied calmly, "The Ao family of the East Sea, according to the records of myth and legend, should be the Dragon Palace of the Four Seas. In 'Journey to the West', the dragons are all named Ao."

A line of text has popped up in the temporary chat box

Is this big brother's mind really okay

What is this in my hand

A soft mat was laid beside the bed in the bedroom, and the young girl slept fully clothed, hugging the quilt and smacking her lips, before turning over and continuing to sleep

Is Zhou Zheng correct? You do not need to know who I am; my existence is confidential. You may address me as Instructor or call me Lord Xiaoyue. I am responsible for guarding Longchen City

Oh, you guessed quite accurately

Scattered on the carpet in front of the sofa are snack bags and beverage cans, the breathing light of the game console is still on, and a few game cartridges that Zhou Zheng has long completed are strewn nearby

Although Ao Ying has repeatedly stated that she can sense the presence of various spirits and that there will definitely be no problem with her around

After hesitating for about three seconds, Zhou Zheng still put on the headphones and moved the mouse to click on the words 'Connect'.

But really, can I join you?

I may have children, or I may end up being alone.

After all, it was she who saved herself

What is being concealed behind the dry cough from the other side

This is actually quite terrible, isn't it

Zhou Zheng still thought it was an online scam and directly clicked to refuse

You are truly a peculiar person, still having the leisure to inquire about such matters!

This is not impossible; although you do not have the qualifications for cultivation, we do need clerks here to assist with handling documents and such. However, your arrival is rather sudden

Taking his own pillow, Zhou Zheng quietly left the bedroom

Lord Xiaoyue scolded in annoyance

This feeling is akin to being trapped in a dream, where everything around seems unreal

This is simply a child