Gods: Start with Goblins

At this point, Cui'er hesitated for a while and gave up the idea of ​​pawning her things and buying some rare animal meat. In the end, she only planned to buy some ordinary meat.

She didn't want to anger her benefactor and end up with nothing.

Cui'er's mother sat next to Luodan, very reserved and respectful.

"We will never be able to repay you for your kindness to us in this lifetime."

Luo Dan waved his hand.

"You are too polite, old lady. This is just a piece of cake. You don't have to take it to heart or worry about it."

"No, I still need it. To be honest, there is nothing that an old woman like me is worried about. The only thing that worries me is my daughter. If, if my benefactor is short of someone to serve him..."

Before she finished her words, Luo Dan already understood what she meant and waved his hand to refuse.

"Madam, I don't need anyone to serve me. I have always been alone in the world. I am afraid I won't miss anyone, nor will I bring anyone with me. I am not suitable for Miss Cui'er. Miss Cui'er should marry a good family in the future and live an ordinary life of raising a husband and children."

After hearing this, is there anything Cui'er's mother still not understanding?
Although she was disappointed that Luo Dan rejected her, she was also relieved.

She knew that Cui'er had actually been paying attention to the situation here.

After hearing these words, perhaps this girl will give up.

Cui'er had been paying attention to the situation here. When she heard this, she became a little uneasy and almost cut herself while cutting vegetables.

But he soon cheered up and carefully worked on the task at hand.

However, while she was busy, she couldn't help but think about Luo Dan's words.

Have you always been alone? Wouldn't you like to bring someone along?
But if I think about it carefully, how can a weak little girl like me help him?

My benefactor is such a powerful person, but I don’t even have the ability to stand by his side.

Thinking of this, Cui'er lowered her head lower and lower, and felt more and more lost.

However, she covered it up well and cooked quietly as if nothing had happened.

Except for her mother, Luo Dan did not notice anything unusual about Cui'er.

Cui'er's mother saw it, but there was nothing she could do. No matter how much she felt sorry for her daughter, she could only sigh.

Well, don't blame her for asking this question. It's all for Cui'er's own good. It will help dissuade the child from having such an idea and let her live an ordinary life in the future.

After she sorted out her emotions in her mind, she looked at Luo Dan with a smile.

"I see. My benefactor is not an ordinary person, so he naturally would not do ordinary things. I have nothing to say. I can only wish you success and hope that you will have smooth sailing in the future."

As he said this, he used tea instead of wine and toasted Luo Dan first.

Luo Dan did not look down on the other party just because she was a little old lady. She gladly accepted the other party's toast.

"Then I'll take advantage of the old lady's good words."

While the two were talking and laughing, Cui'er also calmed down.

Bring the food you had prepared long ago and put it on their table.

"Mother, Luo Dan, the dishes are all here, let's eat together. There's no precious beast meat, just some ordinary pork and chicken, which I caught when I set up small traps in the mountains. My cooking skills are just so-so, please have a taste, and don't force it if you don't like it."

"No, of course not. Your kindness is very valuable."

Cui'er couldn't help but smile shyly. Even though she knew she couldn't stay around him, she would still be excited when she heard a word of praise from him.

It’s better this way. Even if I can only watch him from afar, this life is worth it.

Thinking of this, she felt much better and she picked up some food with her chopsticks herself.

While eating, Luodan did not forget to observe the situation of Cui'er's mother.

"Is nothing wrong with the old lady these days? Is she in good health?"

Cui'er's mother didn't eat much to begin with, so when asked, she immediately put down her bowl and chopsticks.

She smiled gently, her smile was gentle and friendly.

"It's okay. Thanks to the medicine my benefactor gave me, my health has improved a lot. I'm sure I'll get better and better as time goes by."

Cui'er was also very happy and nodded in agreement.

"Yes, Mom can eat something now. She couldn't eat anything before, which made me very worried. Now that I see she can eat something, I am happy."

For ordinary people like them, being able to eat and sleep means being in good health.

Luo Dan nodded and seemed happy for them.

"That's good."

After the meal, when Cui'er had cleared the dishes, Luodan considered his words and told them the story.

"By the way, today I'm not only here to see you, but I also have something to tell you. I...may have to leave here soon."

"leave."

Hearing this word, Cui'er's heart skipped a beat and she looked at him reflexively.

"Sir, what does this mean? You won't stay here forever?"

Luo Dan shook his head and explained.

"I am not originally from here. I just passed by here and rested for a while. Or maybe I regarded this as an adventure. Now that the adventure is over, it is time to start a new journey. This is just a place for me to rest halfway."

"That's it..."

Cui'er seemed to have suffered a great blow. She muttered to herself, and the movements of her hands gradually faded away. She looked at him with lingering reluctance.

"Luo Dan, can you not leave? Isn't it nice to stay here with everyone? I heard that you are a famous alchemist and you opened a shop here. You can practice while refining pills here. After all, you have a shop here. Can you bear to give it up?"

Luo Dan's expression was indescribably relaxed, and it was obvious that none of these could keep him away.

"I know, but as long as I have the alchemy skills, I can open an alchemy shop anywhere. Miss Cui'er, I also like the local customs and practices here, but all good things must come to an end. A temporary absence is nothing. I believe we will meet again one day."

Cui'er remained silent, knowing that her reasons were not convincing at all.

Cui'er's mother quickly interrupted the topic because she was worried that Cui'er's emotions were too exposed and her benefactor would be unhappy if he knew about it.

Matters such as staying or leaving are the benefactor's own business and should not be interfered with by outsiders.

She quickly changed the subject.

"Oh, I see. So, is there any place you plan to go, benefactor?"

Luo Dan thought about it seriously and tilted his head.

"Well, not yet. I'll go around and see if there's any chance. Who can say for sure about such things?"

Cui'er's mother nodded and said, that's true.

"Then I have nothing much to say. I can only wish you good luck and a bright future."

"Thank you."

Luo Dan nodded. No one would not be happy with such auspicious words.

Cui'er looked at Luodan with a conflicted look, pursed her lips, not knowing what to say.

In fact, she was reluctant to let him leave, and didn't want him to leave here.

There was even a moment when she wanted to drop everything and go with him.

The world is so big, and he wants to go out and see and experience everything, so she will go with him. As long as she can be with him, she will die without regrets.

However, looking at her elderly mother, Cui'er couldn't say this.

Now that she is gone, who will take care of her mother?

Besides, can I really stay by my benefactor's side and become his helper?

She was unsure and had no confidence in this, which became a reason that hindered her. "My benefactor, have you thought about where to go next?"

She almost used up all her courage to ask this question.

"Even if you want to leave, you should have a direction, Luo Dan. Can I know where you will stay next? I..."

Cui'er felt too embarrassed to speak again when she reached the end.

But Luodan saw it and realized that she was planning to come find him.

I could also see her hesitation and her worry.

Luo Dan had a good impression of this little girl, or perhaps he felt pity for her.

Therefore, I don't want her to be disappointed.

He looked at her, his tone gentle and powerful.

"Indeed, I am not leaving town so soon. After all, I still have some things to do. I will probably have to stay for a few more days. During this period, I will stay in the City Lord's Mansion. If you have any problems, you can come to me. Even if... I leave later, you can ask the City Lord to help you in my name. He will be willing to do so."

Cui'er looked at him, seemingly incredulous that he would consider her so much.

However, Cui'er finally nodded with emotion and shed a tear.

"Yes, I understand. Thank you, Luo Dan."

She couldn't say any more, and when she opened her mouth she could only sob.

Lodan chuckled.

"Silly girl, why are you crying? It's just a separation, not a death. When I'm tired in the future, maybe I will come back here to see you..."

"Then I'll wait for Lodan."

Cui'er wiped away her tears.

"No matter how long it takes, I will wait for Luodan here. If Luodan is tired, come here to rest and come into my yard to ask for a glass of water, okay?"

Luo Dan's heart moved slightly, but he did not refuse and nodded with a smile.

"it is good."

After saying goodbye to them, Luodan turned and left.

Cui'er looked at his back with longing until he completely disappeared from her sight, and she did not take her eyes off him for a long time.

At this time, he also met Nineteen who was halfway there, and simply went back to the city with him.

The people here are still harmonious.

After Nineteen arrived in the city, he immediately became so happy that he didn't want to leave and started fighting here.

Luo Dan went to the City Lord's Mansion.

After he gave his name, the city lord came out to receive him immediately.

"Haha, Luo Dan, as soon as I heard it was you, I came out immediately. You're finally back. I was worried about you all this time!"

Luo Dan smiled casually.

"I'm sorry to trouble the city lord."

The city lord stepped forward and patted his shoulder like a good brother. He looked around him, but didn't see the person he wanted to see, so he was confused.

"By the way, where is that old gentleman? Why don't I see him?"

When mentioning his master, Luo Dan felt inexplicably embarrassed.

"Oh, he, he has some things to do, so let me come back for now."

"Is that so? Well, it's the same as if you were his disciple. Come on, come on, come in and sit down so we can catch up."

"I don't deserve it. Your Excellency the City Lord is really too polite."

Although he was polite, Luo Dan always kept his identity in mind.

They had some acquaintance, but not much, not enough to transcend the status levels of the two people.

"You are such a rule-abiding person."

The city lord shook his head and seemed to sigh, but he was actually quite happy with his behavior. The most important thing was that after he said that, the city lord did not force him, nor did he treat him as a brother.

Obviously, although the city lord values ​​him, he is far from being a close friend.

"Luo Dan, let's not talk about anything else for now. Please sit down for a while and chat for a while."

Luo Dan did not refuse this and sat in the seat assigned to him.

After the city lord sat down, he first poured himself a big gulp of wine and drank it all in one gulp.

At the same time, I did not forget to express my feelings.

"Your master loves wine the most. If he were here, he would definitely enjoy himself."

Luo Dan just smiled. He didn't feel very proud of his master's reputation.

Of course, the city lord did not continue on this topic for too long and quickly passed it over.

The city lord showed him his abilities again.

"How is it, have you noticed any changes?"

As he spoke, his eyes were full of expectation, as if he wanted to say it out loud himself.

Luo Dan saw it and admired the city lord very much, so he smiled and said.

"I can see that. It seems that the city lord has not slacked off in his skills during his absence. His strength has improved to a higher level compared to before."

The city lord likes to hear such words the most. He looks embarrassed on the surface, but is actually very proud.

"No, no, as the city lord, this is what I should do."

"I would like to congratulate the city lord first."

Luodan was very knowledgeable about the ways of the world, and he started by promoting business.

After hearing this, the city lord became even happier.

"By the way, I'm sure you gained a lot from your departure this time, right?"

Luo Dan was stunned, but before he could give a modest response, the city lord started urging him on.

"Let me see how much your cultivation has improved during the time you were away."

The other party is obviously very interested and will not give up until he achieves his goal.

There was no other way, Luo Dan could only release his own skills for him to see.

When the oppressive force on him was revealed, the city lord was slightly stunned.

There is an indescribable complexity to the expression; it’s not ugly, but it’s not particularly good-looking either.

Finally, he let out a long sigh and took another gulp of wine.

"Alas, there is always someone better than you. I thought my upgrade speed was already outstanding, but I didn't expect you to be even more amazing. It's only been a short time, and you've already reached the peak of the fourth level of the Holy Throne. Moreover, your aura is very strong. I'm sure that in a short time, as long as you find the right opportunity, you will be able to break through to the fifth level in one fell swoop."

Five floors! When it comes to this number, the city lord is a little jealous.

For many people, it takes several years or even decades to move up to a higher level. It is possible that they will waste their entire lives here and never make any progress.

But this Luodan has crossed so many levels in just a few months.

Such talent and such opportunity really make people jealous. (End of this chapter)