After transmigrating into the body of the Jade Rat Spirit, I became Nezha's adopted sister.

"Yes, I can," Bai Yeying replied matter-of-factly. "Although I don't cook much, I can still cook simple things."

Nezha thought for a moment and nodded: "Then I want to eat meat."

"Okay." Bai Yeying stood up. "You wait here, I'll go get it for you."

She walked to the door, then suddenly turned back: "By the way, where's your kitchen?"

Nezha jumped off the bed and walked to her side: "I'll take you there."

The two left the courtyard one after the other. It was already dark, and lanterns were hung in the mansion, their dim yellow light swaying in the night.

The kitchen was in the backyard, and it was already empty at this hour. Bai Yeying rummaged through drawers and cupboards looking for ingredients, while Nezha sat on the doorstep, propping his chin up as he watched her work: "What are you looking for?"

"Looking for meat," Bai Yeying said without turning her head. "Didn't you want to eat meat?"

"Over there," Nezha pointed to a cabinet in the corner, "there's cured meat inside."

Bai Yeying opened the cupboard and found a piece of cured meat, along with some vegetables and seasonings. She rolled up her sleeves and started a fire to cook.

Nezha sat on the threshold, watching her busy figure, and suddenly asked, "Who is your husband?"

Bai Yeying paused, then asked without turning her head, "Why are you suddenly asking this?"

"I'm curious. You said he's very capable. What does he do?"

Bai Yeying thought for a moment and decided to tell the truth: "He is the Great God of the Three Altars and Seas in Heaven, who has vanquished demons and monsters and has made great achievements in battle. There are not many people in the Three Realms who can defeat him."

Nezha gave an "oh" and then asked, "So what do you like about him?"

This question stumped Bai Yeying.

What does she like about Nezha? She thought for a moment and couldn't help but laugh.

"I like that he's tough on the outside but soft on the inside, I like that he pretends not to care even though he does, I like that fighting spirit he has when he's fighting, and I like how good he is to me." She paused, her voice softening, "I like that he always stands by my side, no matter what."

Nezha listened and nodded thoughtfully: "Sounds good."

"Yes, that's good." Bai Yeying turned to look at him, smiling. "You'll meet that person someday too."

"I don't want to," Nezha pouted. "Women are so annoying."

Bai Yeying laughed: "The way you talk makes it sound like you have so much experience."

"I can tell just by looking at you," Nezha said matter-of-factly. "You talk too much, you're a nuisance, and you always pat my head."

Bai Yeying couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Be careful, you might get slapped in the face later!

She put the sliced ​​cured meat into the pot, and with a sizzle, the aroma immediately filled the air.

Nezha smelled the aroma, and his stomach growled loudly.

His face flushed red, and he quickly covered his stomach, pretending nothing was wrong.

Bai Yeying saw it all, but smiled without saying a word.

Before long, two dishes were ready: one was stir-fried green peppers with cured pork, and the other was stir-fried seasonal vegetables, served with two bowls of white rice.

The two ate at the small table in the kitchen.

Nezha ate very quickly, his cheeks bulging like a little hamster. Bai Yeying found it amusing and put a piece of meat on his plate: "Eat slowly, no one's going to take it from you."

Nezha swallowed the food in his mouth, looked up at her, and said, "You did a decent job."

"good?"

"Yes, it tastes better than my mother's," Nezha added. "But my mother rarely cooks."

Bai Yeying smiled but didn't say anything.

After the meal, Nezha offered to clear the dishes. Bai Yeying offered to help, but he refused, saying, "You cooked, so I'll wash the dishes. You can just sit there."

Bai Yeying sat and watched him work. The little guy was short and had to stand on tiptoe to reach the stove; his earnest little face was endearing.

After tidying up, the two returned to Nezha's courtyard.

Night had fallen, and the moon climbed to the treetops, casting its soft glow across the ground.

Nezha lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep. He turned to his side and looked towards the bedside.

Bai Yeying transformed back into her original form, curled up on the pillow, her white fur shimmering slightly in the moonlight.

"Feed," he whispered.

The ball of white fur stirred, and a groggy voice came from within: "Hmm?"

Will you still be there tomorrow?

After a moment of silence, Bai Yeying's voice rang out: "Yes, I'm here."

Nezha let out a soft "oh" and rolled over again.

A long time passed, so long that Bai Yeying thought he had fallen asleep, when she suddenly heard him whisper, "Then can you not leave?"

Bai Yeying opened her eyes and looked at the small figure. In the moonlight, he had his back to her, his shoulders slightly tense, as if waiting for some answer. Her heart softened: "I won't leave, at least not now."

Nezha didn't speak, but his shoulders seemed to relax a bit.

Bai Yeying jumped off the pillow, transformed back into human form, and gently lay down beside him. She reached out and pulled him into her arms, whispering in his ear, "Sleep, I'm here."

Nezha stiffened for a moment, but didn't push her away. After a while, he muttered softly, "It's so hot."

Bai Yeying smiled, but did not let go.

The night was quiet.

................

The next morning, Bai Yeying was awakened by a commotion.

She opened her eyes to find it was already broad daylight outside. Nezha was not beside her, but the pillow still held the warmth of his body.

Bai Yeying sat up and listened intently. The noise came from outside the mansion; she could vaguely hear shouts, the clash of weapons, and the roar of a dragon.

Her eyes turned cold, and she abruptly stood up. Pushing open the door, she saw that the entire Li residence was in complete chaos.

The servants ran around in a panic, while the maids huddled in the corner, trembling.

Bai Yeying grabbed a servant: "What happened?"

The servant, seeing that it was a strange woman, was stunned for a moment, then stammered, "People from the Dragon Palace have arrived! The Dragon Kings of the Four Seas have all come! They say they want... they want the young master to pay with his life!"

Bai Yeying released her grip and strode towards the front yard.

She walked quickly, her clothes fluttering, exuding an imposing aura. The servants and maids she encountered along the way all gave way, and no one dared to stop her.

Tensions were high in the front yard.

Li Jing stood at the forefront, sword in hand, followed by dozens of heavily armored guards. His face was ashen, and his hand gripping the sword trembled slightly.

Madam Yin stood behind him, her face streaked with tears, clutching her son's hand tightly.

Nezha stood beside her, his small face expressionless, but his phoenix eyes coldly stared ahead.

Opposite them, four giant dragons hung in mid-air.

The Dragon King of the East Sea is the Azure Dragon, the Dragon King of the West Sea is the White Dragon, the Dragon King of the South Sea is the Red Dragon, and the Dragon King of the North Sea is the Black Dragon. The four dragons have bodies that stretch for dozens of feet, their scales reflecting a cold, eerie light in the sunlight, and their eyes burning with angry flames.

Behind them, countless shrimp soldiers and crab generals densely packed together, completely surrounding the Li residence.

"Li Jing!" Ao Guang, the Dragon King of the East Sea, roared like thunder, causing the roof tiles to rattle. "Your son pulled out my son's dragon tendons! If you don't hand over that wicked creature today, I'll raze your Chen Tang Pass to the ground!"

Li Jing's face grew increasingly grim, but he still gritted his teeth and said, "Dragon King, please calm your anger. There are still hidden circumstances surrounding this matter..."

"A hidden story?" Ao Guang laughed angrily. "My son was merely patrolling the sea, yet that little beast ripped out his dragon tendons, destroying a thousand years of cultivation in an instant! What other hidden story could there be!"

The other three Dragon Kings also spoke up: "Li Jing, hand over that little beast, or don't blame us for showing no mercy!"

"What happened today must be accounted for!"