“What?” Li Renhao asked in surprise, “You actually saw that person?”
“I thought he had left long ago, but it turns out he is still in the mountains. How was it, auntie, master? Is that person really so terrifying?”
Hearing this, the two of them nodded solemnly.
In unison, they said, “Much more terrifying than you can imagine. Do you know why the high-level demonic beasts in these mountains suddenly disappeared?”
“Hmm?”
“It was him. He lured all the demonic beasts above the spirit level in these mountains together, and then wiped them out in one fell swoop!”
Li Renhao stared wide-eyed, too shocked to speak for a long time. After a while, she murmured, “I see, so that’s why the mountain range, which was originally full of demonic spirits, suddenly vanished without a trace since dusk. So it was this person's doing.”
“Speaking of which, when we met this person just now, he also bestowed upon your auntie and master a stroke of good fortune! Your auntie will break through to the Martial King realm soon!” Li Jiaxin said with a bright smile on her face.
Li Jiaxin's words once again greatly shocked Li Renhao.
It seemed that this person was indeed much more terrifying than she had imagined.
"Congratulations, auntie. Congratulations, master."
Li Renhao said respectfully, but she was absent-minded as she spoke.
Suddenly, a figure appeared in her mind.
Although it was just a fleeting encounter with this frail figure, the natural otherworldly aura he effortlessly exuded left a lasting impression on her mind.
Especially when he remained calm and unhurried in this mountain range filled with ferocious beasts, despite being an ordinary mortal.
His composure greatly amazed her.
Perhaps it was mostly because he was a young calf not afraid of tigers.
But she had to admit, his calmness also affected her previously flustered state of mind, allowing her to remain much more composed when facing multiple battles afterward.
However, can a person always be so lucky?
Now that the mountain range has returned to tranquility, are you still alive?
“Renhao, let’s hurry up and set off!” Li Jiaxin urged, “When we go down the mountain, we can check to see if that senior is still there. If he is, I’ll bring you to pay him a visit!”
“That’s right, meeting such a high-level expert would be hugely beneficial for you!” Xu Mo Zhu also hurriedly chimed in at the side.
As they spoke, they exchanged a glance with each other.
Clearly, they had the same goal in mind.
If that person took a liking to Renhao when they met, and imparted some pointers or gifts to her, that would be the best possible outcome!
"Auntie, master, I know you mean well, but I'm not acquainted with the senior you mentioned. So I don't want to disturb him. Also, I have more important things to do." Li Renhao had apparently seen through their intentions and declined politely.
Hearing this, Li Jiaxin and Xu Mo Zhu frowned immediately.
"My child, what could be more important than meeting this senior?" Xu Mo Zhu asked with a grave expression. "Do you know that if you can make that senior like you, just a casual pointer from him can save you many detours on your cultivation path? Not to mention if he bestows you with some items, you would benefit for life!"
"Renhao, the best thing now is to quickly follow your auntie and master to pay your respects while that senior is still in the mountains, before the opportunity passes." Li Jiaxin also persuaded at the side.
"I appreciate your kind intentions, master and auntie, but as you know I'm not the bootlicking type. Please forgive me for being unable to agree for now." Li Renhao frowned anxiously as she spoke. "Also, I really do have important matters to attend to."
"You stubborn child, why must you be so stubborn?" Li Jiaxin shook her head with a frown. "At least tell us, what is so important that it takes precedence over this?"
"I'm looking for someone."
Li Renhao replied.
"Who?"
Li Jiaxin and Xu Mo Zhu were puzzled.
"An ordinary mortal."
Li Renhao bit her lip tightly.
"A mortal?"
The two were slightly stunned. "What business do you have looking for a mere mortal?"
"He..."
Li Renhao parted her red lips, then gave them a rough account of her encounter with the frail figure in the mountains.
"So I want to find him." Li Renhao concluded.
"Oh you silly girl, with your kind heart!" Li Jiaxin shook her head as she chided, "Let alone that the life and death of a mere mortal is not worth mentioning, even if we take a step back, how could he possibly survive in these mountains as an ordinary mortal?"
"He was lucky..." Li Renhao stubbornly argued.
"Lucky?"
"Heh..."
Li Jiaxin's eyes flashed with ridicule as she lectured, "Luck would not always favor someone. A mere mortal has nine lives out of ten in these mountains. You must remember, only the strength in your hands can truly turn the tide."
"But I believe in him..."
Li Renhao said, though she was also rather unconvinced as she spoke.
"What use is your belief? As you said, the last time you parted, countless demon kings and spirits converged towards him. Do you think those demon kings and spirits wouldn't be able to detect a mere mortal?" Li Jiaxin chided.
Hearing this, Li Renhao unconsciously tightened her grip on her sword, her body trembling slightly as the light in her eyes dimmed.
Indeed.
She had already considered this possibility.
But she still wanted to see if a miracle could happen!
"Stop being delusional. Come, follow us right now to pay your respects to that senior!" At this point, Xu Mo Zhu spoke firmly.
Beside him, Li Jiaxin also hardened her stance.
Clearly, in their eyes, the life and death of a mere mortal was not even worth mentioning compared to meeting that senior.
Let alone, a mortal who likely had already become fodder for the demonic beasts?
iving with nine beautiful women. [Ding! Welcome back to the Joyous Sect, Host…] Lin Yu: ??? I’m clearly in a shared rental, but you’re saying I’m in the Joyous Sect? Watering plants is now [Tending to Spiritual Flora]? Cooking becomes [Researching Elixirs]? Making the bed turns into [Setting Up Formations]? A gentle and innocent auntie, twin classmates, a mysterious hacker girl on leave, a severely socially anxious artist, an elementary school Chinese teacher, a community hospital nurse, a pet shop owner, an antique clock restorer… This system… is kinda interesting.
at random stations. Passengers can choose to disembark and explore, or stay on board and wait for departure. This world holds endless treasures, but also unknown dangers. The goal is to explore stations, gather resources, upgrade the train, and survive. Unlike others who received food in their newcomer gift packages, Qi Xiao got a module card that activated a special ability—Station Forecast. Every time the train starts moving, it updates detailed information about the next station, warning of dangers and revealing potential treasures. While others must cautiously explore, Qi Xiao can rapidly develop his strength by relying on the station forecasts. [Next Station: Sunshine Gym, a large fitness center with no dangers.] [Next Station: Cai Family Village, contains zombie chickens, danger level: 2. One level-1 treasure chest located in the village chief's house at the center.] [Next Station: Three Mountains Station, contains one large supermarket, no dangers.]
't think I'm that capable, I'm just trying my best to stay alive. I've been kind all my life, never did anything bad, yet worldly suffering spared me not one bit. The human world is a nice place, but I won't come back in my next life. A kind young man, who wanted to just get by singing, but through repeated deceits and betrayals, has gone down an irredeemable path.
m back to his original world. In the end, he realized he had overthought things. [Hey, why is Shen Manni, the female lead, acting strange? Shouldn't she be fawning over the male lead at this point?] [Zhou Qiaoqiao, are you sick? Weren't you supposed to break off your engagement today?] [Damn it! An Youyi, please do your job as an undercover agent and sell my information to the protagonist, you idiot!] ... At this moment, Xu Mo himself didn't know that these female leads had already heard his inner thoughts. Then they decided not to play by the rules. Xu Mo: Please respect my profession as the big villain!
