Chapter 245: Frustration
Luo Residence, in the main hall.
“Are you threatening me?” Luo Yunyang’s expression turned unfriendly. He sneered, “If your Li family’s ‘big shot’ really has no time, then so be it. There are still quite a few Forgemasters in Great Xia Nation. They also need our Luo family’s help right now.”
During this period, there were indeed many influential families who had come seeking their help.
The reason he valued the Li family was that their member was indeed quite skilled in forging.
But if they wanted to use this to threaten him, that was a big joke.
Sure enough, upon hearing this, Li Yansheng’s expression changed instantly. He forced a smile and said, “I was just speaking without thinking earlier. That big shot will temporarily remain with the Li family. However, Great Xia Nation is currently experiencing dungeon riots everywhere. To maintain stability, he might be conscripted by the nation after some time. It was for Li Feng’s sake that I misspoke.”
Great Xia Nation was indeed short on manpower, and the major families were all contributing. This was because any unrest in Great Xia Nation would also impact their families’ interests.
Whether for public or private reasons, the families would contribute behind the scenes.
This time, he spoke with more sincerity.
Luo Heshen’s expression softened. He said, “Li Feng is indeed in seclusion right now. Once he comes out, I will inform him immediately. I’m sure he would be happy to help your Li family.”
“Then I’ll have to trouble Mayor Luo to keep this matter in mind. When the time comes, after suppressing the dungeon for our Li family, there will definitely be a generous reward,” Li Yansheng said with a smile.
But he was cursing inwardly. Just wait until you get to the Li family, then you’ll see.
They hadn’t settled the score of their Li family’s young master being beaten up by Li Feng, and now they had to come begging the Luo family for help.
This filled him with a burning rage.
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Luo family, basement.
After a day of rest, the cooldown of Li Feng’s resurrection skill had finally passed.
This gave him a renewed sense of confidence.
Although Abyss dungeons were very rare, he was still very careful, lest he stumble.
He simply washed his face and walked outside.
Soon, he once again arrived at the dungeon entrance.
“Young Master Li Feng, are you well-rested?” At this moment, Luo Yi came up to him.
Li Feng nodded. “No problem. I’m going to enter the next dungeon.”
“Then I wish Young Master Li victory in advance.”
Hearing this, Li Feng nodded. Under everyone’s gaze, he walked into another dungeon.
This time, no one tried to stop him, as everyone was now aware of Li Feng’s strength.
After Li Feng’s figure disappeared, Luo Yi looked at his subordinates with a serious expression, his gaze sweeping over everyone.
Everyone felt a little uneasy, not understanding what was wrong with Luo Yi. Someone, bolder than the rest, asked, “Boss Luo Yi, is there a problem?”
“No problem.” Luo Yi shook his head and said, “Just a bit bored, so I’m making a bet with you all. Guess how many days it will take for Young Master Li Feng to come out this time. I’m guessing three days.”
Hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. “Boss, what’s the wager?”
Luo Yi smiled and said, “The wager is simple. The loser has to wash everyone’s underwear and socks for a month.”
Everyone’s expressions changed. This wager was too harsh!
However, they were stationed here long-term and had little entertainment. They often made small bets to amuse themselves.
Immediately, someone shouted, “Boss, your guess is no good. I’m guessing it will take at least five days.”
“I guess six days.”
“I also guess five days.”
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Everyone wasn’t afraid of Luo Yi and voiced their own guesses.
Luo Yi tallied them all up before saying, “Then let’s wait and see!”
“Hehe, Boss, what if everyone guesses wrong?” someone asked.
“Whoever’s answer is furthest off loses,” Luo Yi said lightly.
A black-clad man chuckled, “Looks like the boss is ready to wash our socks and underwear.”
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In the blink of an eye, three days passed.
Li Feng once again emerged from the dungeon. He had a look of regret on his face. This time, it was just an ordinary dungeon.
But thinking about it, Abyss dungeons were very rare, so he felt relieved.
Because not every time could be so lucky.
Seeing Li Feng come out so quickly, two of the black-clad men had expressions of utter despair.
Li Feng found it a bit strange, but he didn’t pay them any mind.
At this moment, Luo Yi came up, his face beaming with joy. “Young Master Li Feng, do you need to rest?”
“No need. There’s one dungeon left. Let’s get it over with,” Li Feng said. Then, he directly stepped into the next dungeon.
The Luo family controlled a total of five dungeons, three of which were Professional level, and the other two were Beginner level.
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At this moment, the one Li Feng entered was the Luo family’s last Professional level dungeon.
“Old Hei, Old Yao, you two lost. You have to wash our clothes for a month,” someone said with a chuckle.
“Boss, can you shorten the time a bit?” The man called Old Hei mustered up his courage and stepped forward.
Luo Yi’s face showed a kind smile as he refused, “No.”
“Oh, this is terrible.” Old Hei and Old Yao exchanged a glance, both seeing the faint sadness in each other’s eyes.
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Just like that, another two days passed.
Li Feng emerged from the dungeon once more, even faster than last time. He could feel the surging energy within him, but it was still not enough to break through.
“Time to go out.” Li Feng said goodbye to Luo Yi and the others, and then left.
As he left, he was still a bit puzzled, because two of the black-clad men had looked at him with resentment, as if he owed them money.
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Walking out of the stairwell, Li Feng notified Luo Yunyang.
Soon.
The two met in the main hall.
Luo Yunyang asked, “Was it successful?”
But as soon as the words left his mouth, he realized he had asked a foolish question.
With Li Feng’s strength, dealing with a few Professional level dungeons was a piece of cake.
Sure enough, Li Feng nodded. “I cleared them all. They shouldn’t have the strength to attack Sky Blue Star for a while.”
“That’s good. By the way, regarding the Forgemaster I found for you, someone from their family came a few days ago. This time, I’ll go with you,” Luo Yunyang said.
“Which family is it?” Li Feng asked. He was curious which family he had dealt with.
Hearing this, Luo Yunyang also had a smile on his face, clearly aware of the whole story. He said, “It’s the Li family.”
The Li family.
Hearing this family name, Li Feng remembered Li Zhaowu, whose face he had ruthlessly slapped. He couldn’t help but worry, “Will there be any problems going there this time?”
“Of course there will be problems. You have such a big secret on you, everyone wants to investigate it. Moreover, you offended their Li family. I’m afraid they will make a move after you help them suppress the dungeon. However…”
At this point, Luo Yunyang sneered and didn’t continue.
Li Feng rolled his eyes. This half-said statement made him extremely uncomfortable. He was about to ask further.
At this moment, a voice sounded from the door.
“This must be Young Master Li Feng. At first glance, he is truly a man of exceptional talent, a dragon among men. I’m afraid you won’t find another peerless genius like Young Master Li Feng in the entire Great Xia Nation.” Li Yansheng walked in from outside with powerful strides, his aura very strong.
He had somehow learned that Li Feng had come out of seclusion and came immediately. And as soon as he spoke, he started praising Li Feng profusely.
“This old fox.” Luo Yunyang thought to himself, feeling a bit helpless. Then he introduced Li Feng, “This is Elder Li Yansheng from the Li family.”
Li Feng was secretly vigilant. He had offended them so badly, yet they could still be so amiable.
This made him sigh inwardly, “These people from influential families are truly capable of enduring anything. For their own benefit, they can abandon anything.”
But he also became more vigilant. These people were all smiling tigers, capable of devouring you without leaving any bones.
However, since the other party was being so polite, Li Feng naturally responded with a smile, “Elder Li, you are too kind. Last time, I had a friendly spar with your family’s young master. We were evenly matched. If there is anyone in Great Xia Nation who can compare to me, it must be your family’s young genius.
I also miss him very much. I wonder if he came along this time?”
Hearing this, Li Yansheng’s mouth twitched slightly, and a fire of anger burned in his heart.
Evenly matched? What he heard was that Li Zhaowu had been beaten up badly, losing all face. Moreover, Li Feng had said that the next time he saw him, he would beat him up again.
Thinking of this, he really wanted to smash the other party’s head and ask him how he had the face to say such shameless words.
But they needed his help now. Li Yansheng forced a smile, “The young master didn’t come this time. He said that after sparring with you, he went to train in a dungeon. I will introduce you when there is a chance.”
“Oh, is that so? What a pity!” Li Feng shook his head, his face showing regret, as if he really felt it was a pity not to see Li Zhaowu.
Beside them, Luo Yunyang’s face was contorted, trying hard not to laugh. He naturally knew what had happened. He almost burst out laughing.
However, a few days ago, Li Yansheng had dared to threaten him. He chuckled and said, “I also heard about this matter. After the two of you fought, you developed a mutual respect and agreed to spar again next time.”
Li Feng glanced at his uncle and thought, “Uncle is also an old fox.”
Then, he looked at Li Yansheng again and saw that his expression had become very ugly. He didn’t continue to provoke him further, lest Li Yansheng really fly into a rage and leave.
Therefore, he asked, “Elder Li, what brings you here today?”
Li Yansheng saw the two of them taking turns to mock him, his face was dark, he suppressed the anger in his heart, and said: “A few dungeons in my family have had riots, we would like to ask Young Master Li Feng to help us suppress them, naturally, we will not let you help for nothing, there will be generous compensation afterwards.”
At this point, he paused for a moment, and then continued: “I heard that Young Master Li Feng wants to forge a sword embryo, our Li family’s Ancestor happens to be a Forgemaster, he can help you forge it.”