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"Oh? Fire Mountain City? Is it really that impressive?" Originally, the six of them were assigned to this place with orders to keep a low profile. If they had spoken more politely, perhaps the six would have let it go, but with such small characters daring to speak so boldly in front of them, it was definitely asking for trouble—so the fact that they hadn't acted yet was already showing them considerable leniency. "There are a few empty seats over there; if you want to sit, go there! First come, first served, understand? No rules, huh?"
"What!" The people from Fire Mountain City were shocked that someone would be so disrespectful on their own turf. A few warriors immediately got angry and drew their weapons, charging towards the six.
"Stop!" At that moment, an authoritative voice interrupted their actions.
Mr. Fan and Li Changge led everyone into the tea stall.
"Mr. Fan! General Li! Please wait a moment; I will take care of them all soon!" The warriors thought Mr. Fan and his group were impatient and hurriedly tried to appease them while casting even fiercer glares at the six guests.
"Why do we need to take care of them?" Mr. Fan calmly replied, "Since they have come all the way to our Fire Mountain City, they are our guests. Although we never show mercy to enemies, we should still treat friends with courtesy."
"Uh, yes!" The warriors couldn't understand what was going on with Mr. Fan and Li Changge today; how could they say such things? Naturally, they didn't dare to refute and could only nod in agreement.
"Hmph, this is the attitude expected from someone in a high position." The six had initially been prepared to take action but felt somewhat appeased after hearing Mr. Fan's words.
"Mr. Fan, while that's true, the entire Northern Qian Mountain Range is currently in a tense period; we should clarify their identities."
"Yes, you six..." Mr. Fan then "just" remembered this matter: "Could you please state your identities so we can avoid any misunderstandings?"
"Heh heh, we're just people from the mountains; we don't belong to any faction. We came here merely to look for some precious materials from nature to exchange for useful items in the future."
"Oh. So you're an exploration team." Mr. Fan exchanged glances with Li Changge and saw a hint of joy in each other's eyes. "If you don't mind, could we join you for a chat? With the current rampant beast activity being much worse than before, having more information means more security!"
Seeing that Mr. Fan and his group were far more composed than their subordinates, the six exchanged glances and found it difficult to outright refuse.
"This, of course, can be shared with a few people; it is our honor."
Regarding the actions of Mr. Fan and others, Wang Long and his companions naturally had no objections. Given their strength, they could see Mr. Fan's intentions clearly, and if they succeeded, it would provide good assistance for Wang Long and his team in future battles against beasts. At least these six individuals maintained such composure despite being outnumbered, indicating they were not to be underestimated.
"Six gentlemen, I have an unusual request. If you are not in a hurry with any important goals, we would like to invite you to travel with us. Allow me to introduce ourselves; we are a merchant group from Fire Mountain City, and we aim to head to Feather City this time. Along the way, we might encounter many rare treasures, and we will ensure that you are compensated accordingly for your time. Would you be interested?"
"Oh? Such a good opportunity?" The six exchanged glances and displayed just the right amount of surprise; even Wang Long could not detect any flaws.
"Of course! This is a rare chance for us divine beings without the support of a Major Sect to make a significant profit!" At this moment, Hua Ruhai began to showcase his silver tongue, immediately cooperating with Mr. Fan and Li Changge's words. "You may not know this, but the entire Northern Qian Mountain Range is currently in dire need of manpower. Your strength seems impressive; with your addition, we would be even more formidable!"
"In that case, it sounds quite appealing," the six showed greedy expressions, their attitude towards Mr. Fan changing dramatically. "Shall we discuss the compensation for this operation next?"
"Ahem, well then, Wang Long, Elder Cai, since we are all on the same side now, there should be no more hostilities. Let's move over there for some tea; it's more spacious." Hua Ruhai suddenly seemed to remember something and eagerly invited Wang Long and Cai Burin to walk away.
Meanwhile, Mr. Fan quickly reached an agreement with them regarding the terms; it appeared to be a harmonious scene where both sides were pleased. The six even sent out a representative to demonstrate some skills in front of them, clearly showcasing their extraordinary abilities.
Throughout this process, Wang Long and Cai Burin did not join in on their relaxed atmosphere.
"What do you think?"
Although Cai Burin's question seemed somewhat vague, Wang Long accurately grasped his meaning. "It's worth noting. With their strength, there's no need for them to covet the rewards from Fire Mountain City. Moreover, their ability to reach this relatively central area indicates they are not outsiders; they must have some background within the Northern Qian Mountain Range. Their presence here and their quick acceptance of Mr. Fan's invitation is quite intriguing."
Cai Burin shared his thoughts as he looked at the six with colder eyes. "Do you think there’s a high possibility they are the ones searching for Shun Shen Shou Shu Ping?"
"It’s almost certain, isn’t it? People as conspicuous as them cannot avoid drawing attention while operating nearby. One group is already too many; could there really be two or more? However, it’s hard to say whether they have any hidden strengths left or what their purpose in seeking Shunshen is. We should refrain from acting rashly and observe for a while."
The two were discussing their action plan when suddenly, a series of violent beast roars echoed from the mountains in the distance!
"Something's not right!" Not only Wang Long and Cai Burin, but everyone present was stunned by the sound. Li Changge, who had the most experience in this matter, was the first to make a judgment. "It's very likely that the nearby beasts have gone berserk for some unknown reason. Although they are not targeting us directly, they certainly won't let us off easily. What should we do now?"
Everyone's gaze fell on Mr. Fan, waiting for him to make a decision.
Li Changge's analysis was undoubtedly correct, but as he said, those beasts had lived in this area for thousands or even tens of thousands of years. They wouldn't go mad without a reason. The most likely causes were either some explorers had provoked them or that they were fighting among themselves!
However, regardless of which possibility it was, if they could save their divine companions, that would at least not be a bad thing. If it was the latter possibility, it would mean there were plenty of valuable materials from the corpses of those beasts who had killed each other! That would be quite a fortune!
Yet even if they wanted to investigate and pick up some small benefits, they still remembered that they were employed by the forces of Fire Mountain City. Therefore, such matters should ideally be led by their leader's approval. With this thought, everyone's mood had already cooled down considerably.
Sure enough, Mr. Fan showed no understanding of their greedy feelings and said solemnly, "We don't have much time. I know that everyone has thoughts about this situation, but don't forget that what we receive from Fire Mountain City is clearly priced and won't be worse than taking down those beasts. Moreover, this wealth is something you can obtain with minimal risk. Ultimately, it's up to you to decide which option to choose!"
Mr. Fan skillfully threw this dilemma back at them. Although the potential benefits from that location were enticing, they still paled in comparison to what lay before them with Fire Mountain City.
Furthermore, once they made their own decision to cut off any thoughts of greed, they found themselves thinking less about it.
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