Since That's The Case, Let Me Make You Equal to Bronya in Power

Cocolia quietly watched Yan Huan before her, then glanced at the Furong Wang cigarette.

She remained silent.

It was the first time anyone had dared to offer a cigarette to the Supreme Guardian in Belobog.

This entire display stunned those standing below.

Pela, in particular, nearly dropped her glasses and quickly nudged the person next to her.

"Hey, did she even invite you up? You just went. This is the Supreme Guardian, you know."

And on top of that, you're offering a cigarette?

These days, the Supreme Guardian wouldn't be smoking Furong Wang, would she?

At this moment.

Bronya, Pela, and Gepard all took two steps back in unison.

They were afraid of being caught in Cocolia's potential outburst.

"What's wrong? Don't be shy, take it." Seeing Cocolia hadn't taken it, Yan Huan extended the Furong Wang further.

"..."

Silence.

The entire hall fell into a deathly quiet.

Only Yan Huan remained enthusiastically offering the Furong Wang.

Under the astonished gazes of the three, Cocolia reached out and actually took the Furong Wang.

"???"

Pela's eyes widened as if she were witnessing a once-in-a-century spectacle.

Bronya was also stunned; she hadn't known her mother smoked.

Gepard remained silent, but cold sweat broke out on his forehead. He understood even less than the other two.

As the three stared in bewilderment, Cocolia placed the Furong Wang on the table and smiled.

"Furong Wang, an old brand. Bronya mentioned your mentor was very fond of it during his life?"

Yan Huan paused, then nodded vigorously.

"Yes, Furong Wang. Everyone loves it, young and old!"

Cocolia: "..."

The Supreme Guardian silently opened her drawer and took out a metallic stick.

She then presented it to Yan Huan.

"This is Rui Ke 5th Generation. When I was a student, most of my classmates smoked this kind of electronic cigarette."

Hearing this, Yan Huan sniffed.

Cocolia, holding the Rui Ke 5th Generation, slowly walked over to Yan Huan and spoke at length.

"While the traditionalists are certainly respectable, the past is the past. New things will eventually replace old things. Try this."

Looking at the electronic cigarette Cocolia offered, Yan Huan casually took it and frowned.

"Rui Ke 5th Generation, I've heard of it. However, as long as traditional tobacco still exists, it must have its reasons for being."

Yan Huan smiled faintly and put the Rui Ke 5th Generation into his pocket.

"Just like today, because I brought Furong Wang, I had the chance to offer you a cigarette. If I had brought a Rui Ke 5, I couldn't exactly offer you a smoke capsule, could I?"

Under Cocolia's gaze, Yan Huan slowly walked to Cocolia's right side.

"Besides, new things aren't necessarily better than traditional ones. The persistence of the conservatives isn't without its reasons."

Hearing this, Cocolia finally began to size up the so-called reclusive physician before her.

"Perhaps the adherence to the old ways is fundamentally wrong? There are already many studies proving that traditional tobacco is harmful, aren't there?"

Yan Huan said calmly.

"That's true. It might not be a good thing to begin with, but Supreme Guardian, why do you assume that new electronic cigarettes will definitely be better than traditional tobacco? They might be even more detrimental to the human body."

Below the stage, Gepard felt a touch of emotion, but he was also uncertain.

He quietly asked the two girls beside him.

"Are the Supreme Guardian and the others so deeply researched in tobacco?"

But the two beside him didn't answer for a long time. The expressions on their faces grew even more solemn.

Pela said faintly.

"Gepard... they might not just be talking about tobacco anymore."

On stage, Cocolia suddenly let out a laugh.

"Heh, it seems you've done your homework too?"

Yan Huan chuckled:

"Supreme Guardian, it appears you already had your own insights. I was merely voicing them for you."

Cocolia walked over to Yan Huan, slipped her hand into his pocket, and quietly retrieved the Rui Ke 5:

"You're quite interesting, but this isn't yours to keep. It was a graduation gift from a classmate."

She placed the electronic cigarette back into the drawer and said wistfully:

"Sometimes, I don't know if the impact of stepping onto a new path is good or bad, but I can no longer turn back."

Yan Huan put the Furong Wang back into his pocket and spoke eloquently:

"Whether it's the Rui Ke or the Furong Wang, neither is good for your health in the end. Perhaps, from the very beginning, both paths were wrong."

Cocolia raised an eyebrow and asked with interest:

"So, according to you, it's better not to smoke at all?"

"Not at all, not at all," Yan Huan waved his hand. "Some things always need an outlet. The key is whether you've found the right method, a path that truly solves the problem without too much sacrifice."

Above the grand hall.

Cocolia sat down gently, her fingers interlaced on the table, and said lightly:

"As expected of a doctor, you can maintain an optimistic attitude in any situation."

Then, her tone shifted:

"However, I am the Supreme Guardian. Every decision I make must be based on reality. Indecision is the greatest mistake."

"Your combat prowess and medical skills have already been witnessed by Bronya and the others. I trust them. You are too young, like I was, always holding onto too many beautiful illusions. You need to understand that there are rarely perfect solutions in this world."

Cocolia glanced at the crowd below, especially Bronya.

"Since even Bronya strongly recommends you, then I naturally support you as well."

She slowly stood up, looking at Yan Huan, her tone calm yet commanding:

"From today onwards, you will serve as an Executive Officer of Belobog. Your authority... will be equal to Bronya's."

Instantly, the three people below were shocked.

"What?!" Pela's eyes nearly bulged out of her head.

She had been working for so long, and she was still just an intelligence officer.

Bronya was practically her own daughter, raised by the Supreme Guardian herself to achieve her current status. Why would she suddenly give such immense power to a physician who had just arrived in the city!

"Executive Officer Yan Huan," Cocolia said indifferently. "From now on, you only need to obey my orders. Do you understand? Even Bronya has no right to command you."

Yan Huan was also stunned.

He had indeed wanted to get a stable position, but he never expected to be given such a significant one.

According to Cocolia's intentions, from now on, besides obeying her orders, he could practically do as he pleased, even disregarding Bronya's words.

"Uh, you're not messing with me, are you?" Yan Huan asked suspiciously.

Cocolia smiled slightly, "Of course not. The other three, please leave. I need to discuss some related matters with you privately."

The three below exchanged glances, their expressions varied as they withdrew.

Only Yan Huan remained.

"So, what do I need to do?" Yan Huan asked.

Being suddenly granted such great authority, he felt a little guilty if he didn't help Cocolia with something significant.

"Executive Officer Yan Huan, you must be very curious why I've suddenly given you so much power, right?" Cocolia smiled.

"Yes."

"There are many reasons. For example, my dear daughter has been a bit disobedient lately; she even talked back to me before."

"I'll go teach her a lesson right now!" Yan Huan immediately pulled out an AK from his person, loaded with ammunition, ready to go.

"Ahem, that's not what I meant," Cocolia stopped him.

"Then what did you mean?"

"I want you to keep an eye on her for me."

Cocolia's voice was filled with melancholy:

"With equal authority, she won't be able to control you, and you'll have much more freedom. Her safety will depend on you. Is that alright?"

"Given your conversation just now, I don't believe you're unaware of the lockdown order. You come from the lower district, but even so, you were willing to treat the Silvermane Guards and come to Kliperburg. Therefore, I believe in your love for this city."

"Now, are you willing to take on this position?" Cocolia looked deeply at Yan Huan.

Yan Huan pursed his lips.

"So... is food provided?"