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Lin Feng wasn't surprised that he had seen through her thoughts. She hadn't hidden anything; if he couldn't see through it, he wouldn't be worthy of the name Bei Chen Tian. She rolled her eyes and said coldly, "Arrogant." But in her heart, she agreed with him. This man wasn't arrogant; he just spoke his mind without any pretense. His directness made him seem like he wasn't from this era, which suited Lin Feng's taste perfectly.
She sighed inwardly, thinking that if Bei Chentian had the ability to make her believe him, they could indeed become good friends.
Suddenly, I found it funny. He would become the emperor of the Northern Star Kingdom sooner or later, and become my friend? This joke was a bit too much.
Suddenly, Bei Chentian's expression changed, and he asked in confusion, "Strange, why would Red Leaf Valley send people down the mountain? Normally, as long as it's not someone from Tiancheng, no one should stop them when they pass through here."
Lin Feng sneered: "There are things you can't even imagine. Nothing is impossible in this world. Do you really not know whether the Valley Master of Red Leaf Valley has any dealings with Tiancheng?"
Bei Chentian wasn't embarrassed at all that she saw through his thoughts. He just smiled slightly and said, "Isn't that perfect? Perhaps Lei Ran is in the valley?"
Lin Feng's mind had already turned 360 degrees, and he roughly guessed Bei Chentian's intentions. With Bei Chentian's shrewdness, it was impossible that he did not realize that Red Leaf Valley was connected with Tiancheng. Since it was Tiancheng's troops that destroyed Li Shang that day, Red Leaf Valley must have sought revenge, and at that time, a favor would have been owed.
This time, when they escaped from Xilan, Beichen Tian deliberately slowed down his horse so that they would have time to notify Tiancheng, so that Tiancheng could contact Hongye Valley and intercept them when they entered the valley.
It turns out that all of this was arranged by Bei Chentian! At this point, Lin Feng had to admit that this man was really amazing, cunning and scheming, and had fallen into the trap step by step. But was Lei Ran so easily fooled?
"Do you really believe that I slowed down just to see the scenery and avoid the wind?" Bei Chentian retorted calmly. Lin Feng glared at him, and after a while, he suddenly laughed.
"Bei Chen Tian, Bei Chen Tian, I never expected this, I never expected this. No one in my time understood me, Lin Feng. I've only known you for less than half a month, and you actually understand me. It seems I have no choice but to admire you."
"Not at all, not at all. I didn't expect you to have seen through my actions."
The two were like two cunning foxes, exchanging words and engaging in a fierce battle of wits. However, Lin Feng was truly alarmed. If Lei Ran were to join them, the fight would likely turn the world upside down.
"We'll go up the mountain later and see what I say. We're in the same boat. If we take Red Leaf Valley today, we live; if we don't, we both die." Bei Chentian didn't waste any words and directly explained the stakes. Lin Feng knew without a second thought that Bei Chentian must have had his eye on Red Leaf Valley for a long time, and today's incident was just the fuse. After a moment's thought, he replied, "I will act in my own way, but I won't disrupt your plans, so don't interfere with me."
Bei Chentian knew that she was just as cunning as he was, so he smiled and replied, "Okay, but this is just a game, so you don't need to be too nervous."
Lin Feng cursed this madman in his heart, treating his life like a game. But then he thought, wasn't he the same in the underworld? Wasn't he just playing a game of risking his life all day? He never thought that he was in this line of work before he transmigrated, and he still couldn't escape this line of work after transmigrating. He couldn't help but shake his head, a few cold and fierce flashes in his eyes. Her method of action was simple, but she would not act easily without absolute certainty. Everything depended on how Bei Chentian planned.
Bei Chen Tian, I hope you won't disappoint me. Otherwise, with my killing skills, Lin Feng, even without any internal energy, killing you and taking you down with me wouldn't be a problem!
Lin Feng licked the corner of his lips, a hint of cold excitement in his expression.
The main text, Chapter Nine: Observation
A group of people arrived directly ahead and explained their purpose. To put it bluntly, they were "inviting" people into the valley, or to put it more bluntly, they were probably "kidnapping" people into the valley. Without saying a word, Lin Feng and Bei Chentian patted their horses' rumps and walked to the middle of the group.
Bei Chentian casually sprinkled something on the road as he walked, the movement so subtle that no one around noticed. Only Lin Feng, with his sharp eyes, saw it all and knew exactly what was going on. Now that she had the confidence, what was there to fear? With a quick thought, she made up her mind, and the two of them followed the group of people through the winding paths into Red Leaf Valley.
The valley is full of traps and obstacles. If they were to find their own way, they would likely either be killed by arrows or fall into pits and be buried alive.
These guides seemed to be demonstrating, as if they had accidentally stumbled into a few traps, causing a "false alarm." Then, the guides would come back with smiles and say that they had accidentally taken the wrong path.
Lin Feng felt like yawning. Why resort to such tricks? Are they afraid people won't get annoyed?
If Bei Chentian hadn't had other plans, given her personality, she would have considered such a person's life superfluous, and she probably would have already slashed him with a knife.
It's unlikely that Bei Chentian would let her die. When she left Xi Lan, she had already sent Wu Gou with Xiao Cui. If Bei Chentian could make a plan, wouldn't she? You always have to have a backup plan.
A smile flashed across her face. Bei Chentian probably thought that Xiao Cui had been switched by Yan Bairong. In fact, Lin Feng had already given the item to Xiao Cui as a precaution. That's why he became suspicious of Yan Bairong when she mentioned Wu Gou. Who would have thought that she would be so lucky and run into Bei Chentian again.
Even if he knew that it was her maid who took the things, with Xiao Cui's skills, no one except a general could possibly trap him. The world is vast, and once she leaves, it will be difficult to find such a person. With Bei Chentian's subordinates dispatched, how many generals are waiting there?
Although Lin Feng didn't completely trust Xiao Cui, as long as she had the Wu Hook and couldn't find her, Bei Chentian wouldn't dare to touch her, and her goal would naturally be achieved.
This is also the reason why Lin Feng and Bei Chentian maintain a delicate relationship. In fact, both of them understand this to some extent, but neither of them says it out loud. They just compete with each other in secret a few times, but neither of them gets the benefit. In the end, they still have to cooperate to avoid falling into the water.
Lin Feng was dissatisfied, and Bei Chentian was clearly also dissatisfied.
How could his kingly dignity be trampled upon at will? A chill ran through him, and a coldness suddenly appeared on Bei Chentian's handsome face! He raised a short knife in his hand and with a "bang!" he deflected a stone that was about to hit him, which struck the person who had triggered the mechanism. The person did not even utter a sound and fell directly into the stone formation, where he was smashed into a pile of minced meat by the rubble.
Bei Chentian raised a cold, narrow eyebrow that gleamed with a sharp light, and sneered, "Triggering a mechanism means being prepared to die. If my safety is compromised, can you bear the responsibility?"
His cold eyes swept around, and the faint pressure made the people around him unconsciously lower their heads. Even Lin Feng had to applaud him. This intimidation move was brilliant. It could not only control these lawless idiots, but also allow him to walk in with his head held high without looking embarrassed. It seems that Bei Chentian really has some manly spirit.
"Yes, yes, I wouldn't dare," the man leading the way said repeatedly, clearly frightened by Bei Chentian's methods. Everyone knew that Bei Chentian, the King of Bei Chen, had killed countless people. The man dared not act rashly and obediently led the way.
"I suddenly realize you're kind of handsome," Lin Feng said jokingly.
"I noticed how beautiful you are a long time ago." A playful smile appeared on Bei Chentian's handsome face again. Lin Feng glanced at him but didn't bother to argue.
Upon reaching the mountain, an old man led several middle-aged men to greet them. They noticed a veiled woman following behind Bei Chentian; though veiled, her stunning beauty couldn't be completely concealed. They couldn't help but find it strange. This man was known for his disdain for women; was Lei Ran hiding his true nature, while Bei Chentian was merely putting on an act?
However, when Bei Chentian's cold, star-like eyes swept over the surroundings, the group knew that this man was no ordinary person and immediately began to smile obsequiously.
"Your Highness's arrival is a great honor for Red Leaf Valley. We must make amends for any offenses we may have caused you in the past. Please stay in Red Leaf Valley for a few more days and enjoy its scenery," the old man said with a forced smile. Lin Feng secretly rolled her eyes at him. This was utterly nonsensical! She hated these pretentious guys who put on such a disgusting act.
To put it nicely, it seems that after the war, once the situation is clear, Red Leaf Valley will use its ability to change course with the wind, so as not to offend either side.
He chuckled coldly in a low voice, "I say, is this what a family full of loyal and virtuous people looks like? Isn't that a bit too far-fetched?"
"Back then, Li Shang was able to easily become king simply because Yin Sang had not yet produced a true king. Do you think they were really that powerful?" Bei Chentian chuckled inwardly.
"That's true. The world is waiting for you, this arrogant and conceited man, to conquer it." Anyway, Lin Feng didn't have a good impression of Lei Ran. Speaking of which, she also felt that Bei Chentian was more suitable to be a successful king.
"No, no, one person can't accomplish great things alone, but with a woman like you to help, I think it will be much easier to succeed."
Bei Chentian's meaning was obvious, but Lin Feng pretended not to know and looked up at the sky.
Seeing that she didn't answer, Bei Chentian knew that this woman was just as proud and cunning as he was, always relying on herself. Therefore, she wouldn't easily help others. Although he felt a little regretful, he cleverly concealed it and strolled forward to exchange drinks and pleasantries with the others.
Lin Feng followed him coldly like a demon, neither speaking nor socializing. Bei Chentian protected her intentionally or unintentionally, and all the drinks offered to her were blocked halfway.
Before long, Bei Chen Tian was "completely drunk" and, draped over Lin Feng's shoulder (who had remained aloof throughout), was "invited" back to his room to rest. Others assumed he was in a bad mood due to being under house arrest. Although he was vigilant, the heavy guards around him and the inability to contact the outside world made him helpless, even as the War God Bei Chen.