Gods: Start with Goblins

Pei Sheng's footsteps were like an arrow shot from a bow, and he quickly shuttled through the winding corridors, his heart full of curiosity and anticipation for the scene that was about to be revealed. When he finally rushed out of the heavy door with his companions, the scene that came into his eyes made him stunned - there was a dense crowd gathered outside, and it was very lively, as if the hustle and bustle of the whole world gathered here.

"This... this is too exaggerated! I didn't expect that everyone is here. The liveliness is beyond imagination!" Pei Sheng widened his eyes, his amazement was beyond words. His voice was particularly loud in the crowd, attracting the attention of people around him.

At the same time, a man in gorgeous clothes frowned and scanned the group of Pei Sheng who had just arrived. There was surprise and a hint of displeasure in his eyes. Obviously, he had never expected that in such an environment, someone could overcome many difficulties and successfully arrive here. This strength was undoubtedly a challenge to him.

However, when his eyes fell on Luo Dan, his displeasure became even more intense. Luo Dan, this name was both familiar and unfamiliar to him. Familiar because Luo Dan's reputation had long been widely known in the martial arts world; unfamiliar because they had never had a direct intersection. At this moment, seeing Luo Dan's men also appear here, the man's mood became a little subtle, as if a huge rock was pressing on his heart, making it difficult for him to let go.

"Hey, old man, why are you two standing here instead of going in? Is it boring inside, or are you not interested in the treasures inside?" Pei Sheng's words caused a burst of laughter from the people around him. He shouted at Elder Tianji without any hesitation, with a bit of teasing and provocation in his tone. Elder Tianji's face turned pale when he heard this, and his back teeth were almost broken by himself. He didn't expect that these young people were so bold and dared to be so presumptuous in front of him.

"Hmph, ignorant boy, stop talking nonsense here! You are lucky to be here. As for inside, it is not something that your mediocre skills can casually set foot in!" Elder Tianji's voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to carry a thousand pounds of weight, making the air around them freeze.
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Luo Dan had no intention of getting involved in the complicated vortex of struggle. His eyes went beyond the chaos in front of him and leisurely looked towards the distant sky. He saw brilliant spiritual energy streaking through the sky like a meteor, and each ray of light contained the mystery and power between heaven and earth. This spectacular scene touched Luo Dan's surging passion deep in his heart. It was an indescribable impulse, as if the call of the entire universe was urging him. Finally, he could no longer suppress the surging passion in his heart, and resolutely took a step forward, deciding to have an unprecedented contest with this vast sky. This scene made all the spectators around dumbfounded, and their faces were full of disbelief, because among this group of people, only Luo Dan dared to do such a shocking thing.

"Elder Tianji, do you think Luo Dan's feat will be a success that will shake the world, or will it be fleeting like a meteor and eventually fall into obscurity?" Everyone turned their inquiring eyes to the old man who was respected as Elder Tianji, their hearts full of expectations and uneasiness. This was not only because Elder Tianji was an irreplaceable spiritual pillar in their hearts, but also because he possessed extraordinary wisdom and insight, and was able to peek into the secrets of heaven and predict the future.

Facing the eager and expectant eyes of the crowd, Elder Tianji slowly shook his head, and a trace of unprecedented confusion flashed in his eyes. To him, Luodan's fate was like a fog, elusive and impossible to accurately predict. The old man knew very well that the power and temperament exuded by Luodan were not something that ordinary people could possess, and his background and origins must have hidden unknown secrets.

For a while, all kinds of speculation and discussion about Luo Dan quietly spread among the crowd. They were surprised at Luo Dan's strength, but knew nothing about his origins. Although Elder Tianji was shocked, he still maintained a calm attitude. He knew that in front of such a strong man, any rash action might bring unpredictable consequences. And Pei Sheng, as a lucky person who witnessed Luo Dan's leap in strength, was grateful beyond words. He seemed to see the light of hope on his long road of cultivation. His admiration and gratitude for Luo Dan made him almost forget himself.

"All of us have underestimated Luodan's strength. This talented person who has already shown his potential at a young age not only possesses outstanding talents far beyond his peers, but also has a heart that transcends the mundane world and is tenacious. Just imagine, for such a strong man with both talent and determination, as long as fate does not unreasonably obstruct him and let him fall halfway, then, for him, his promotion to the unattainable god-level realm in the future will be as easy as taking something out of a sack!" When everyone looked at Luodan, they couldn't help but add a bit of sincere admiration and respect.

"I originally thought that Luo Dan was only slightly better than us, but now it seems that our skills and knowledge are too shallow. I am afraid that in the future, we can only look up at his unattainable figure at the foot of the mountain and feel ashamed of ourselves." The person who spoke had a bit of self-mockery and emotion in his tone. However, as his words slowly fell, there was no dissatisfaction or jealousy around him, but instead deep recognition and self-reflection. Luo Dan's strength has surpassed their imagination and has become an unattainable peak in their hearts.

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At this moment, Pei Sheng, who was standing beside Luo Dan, looked at the difficult road ahead and couldn't help feeling a little powerless in his heart, but he still forced himself to say: "I seem to have reached my limit and can only stop here. However, Luo Dan, you don't need to worry about us, just keep going forward and explore the unknown distance. And we just take this opportunity to hone ourselves and improve our strength!" Pei Sheng's words revealed a sense of indomitable spirit and tenacity. Hearing this, Luo Dan turned his head to look at Pei Sheng's slightly tired but determined face, and nodded gently. He knew very well that everyone's limits and tolerance were different. Pei Sheng and the others had tried their best. He didn't need to say much, but just reminded softly: "Do what you can, don't force yourself, I'll be waiting for you in front." Although Luo Dan's words were short, they were full of warmth and encouragement, which made Pei Sheng and others feel a warm current in their hearts, and strengthened their determination to move forward.

"Jiaolong, oh Jiaolong, how dare you appear in front of me in such a weak posture, are you tired of living? You are just an insignificant distraction in the ocean of my power. If I want to destroy you, I only need to flick my fingers to make you disappear into ashes, and you will never be able to stand up again in your life." Sheng Luo's words contained an unquestionable threat. Every word was like a sharp blade, cutting the air and making people feel cold. However, facing Sheng Luo's naked provocation, the Jiaolong did not show the slightest fear. Instead, a playful light flashed in its deep eyes, as if examining the changes in Sheng Luo's heart.

Then, Jiaolong slowly took out an exquisite scroll from his arms and gently unfolded it. On the scroll, a portrait of a young man appeared on the paper. It was Luodan's portrait. Jiaolong's eyes moved back and forth between Shengluo and the portrait, as if he was exploring some secret: "Tell me, what is the connection between you and this person? I seem to be able to vaguely sense that the scars on your body are inextricably linked to him."

Sheng Luo's eyes fell on the portrait. At that moment, his eyes seemed to be ignited. The flame of hatred burned in his heart. It was an unprecedented strong hatred that almost swallowed him. It was him. It was all because of him that he ended up like this! Sheng Luo's fists clenched unconsciously, and his knuckles turned white due to the force, but he soon realized his loss of composure, so he quickly restrained all his emotions and returned to his usual calmness and indifference.

He glanced at the dragon lightly, an imperceptible sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth, and his tone was a little nonchalant: "Oh? You seem to be very interested in my past? But, so what? A mere dragon is worthy of knowing my secret? As for that man... humph, if I can find him one day, he will definitely pay the price for what he did, and that will be the most wrong decision of his life." Although Sheng Luo's words were calm, every word revealed an unquestionable determination that made people tremble.

Elder Tianji's eyes were as sharp as those of an eagle, fixed on the man in front of him, revealing a disappointment and anger that was difficult to conceal. After careful consideration and multiple investigations, he became more and more convinced that what the man said before was all lies, and the so-called "ancient treasure" he handed over was actually just an ordinary mortal object, without any magical properties at all. "Humph, the so-called ancient treasure you presented to me is just an ordinary toy, trying to use it to get away with it, do you really underestimate my eyesight?" Elder Tianji's words were full of questioning and ridicule, and every word was like a sharp blade, cutting through the air and the man's hypocritical mask.

Hearing this, the man's mouth curled up into a playful smile. He calmly looked at Elder Tianji, without any panic or guilt in his eyes. In his opinion, all this was just Elder Tianji being too naive and trusting others' words. What did it have to do with him?

"Elder Tianji, I have already handed that 'treasure' to you personally according to the agreement and requirements between you and me. Now, you come to blame me, saying that it is just an ordinary thing. Isn't this a bit unreasonable?" The man's tone was full of helplessness and sarcasm, as if he was reminding Elder Tianji not to forget the deal and promise between them.

He shrugged lightly and continued, "That's all I have to say. If you keep pestering me, don't blame me for being ruthless. After all, we used to be partners. It will not be good for either of us if things get too awkward." Although the man's tone was calm, the threat was self-evident. He knew Elder Tianji very well, and he was also aware of his own bargaining chips and position in this game.

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"As the elites of the major sects, we cannot tolerate anyone trampling on our dignity and treating us as targets for arbitrary bullying! At this moment, we must stand up and use practical actions to tell him how miserable the consequences will be for provoking us!" One of them shouted indignantly, his voice filled with unquestionable determination and anger, like an enraged lion ready to fight for his territory.

"You're right! This guy actually dared to openly mock us. It's simply lawless and intolerable! Even if our strength is not the best in the sect, it is more than enough to deal with these villains! How can we allow our reputation to be tarnished by such a jumping clown!" Another person followed closely and echoed passionately, with a firm light flashing in his eyes, as if he had already seen the moment of defeating the opponent.

The two of them were shouting loudly, their words full of contempt for their opponents and confidence in their own strength. The air around them seemed to be infected by their momentum, becoming solemn and tense. However, in this clamor, there was a calm bystander who silently observed all this and secretly evaluated the difference in strength between the two sides.

"From the words and deeds of these people, it is not difficult to see their inner anger and determination. But from all angles, the opponent whom they regard as a thorn in their eyes and a thorn in their flesh is actually much stronger than they imagined. Whether it is from combat skills, practical experience, or the mentality of remaining calm and composed in adversity, they all reveal an extraordinary temperament. It's a pity that these people don't seem to realize this. They are blinded by anger and only see the hatred and provocation in front of them, but ignore something more important-the true strength of their opponents." The bystander sighed inwardly. He knew very well that in this upcoming contest, the outcome might have already been determined.

Luo Dan gently stroked the tip of his nose, his eyes filled with a bit of ridicule and helplessness, as if he had seen through the old man's seemingly casual but hidden meaning. He thought to himself: "My dear senior, you obviously can't find a more suitable candidate, so you set your sights on a rookie like me. This is not giving me a chance, it's clearly throwing me a hot potato!"

He looked up at the old man, his clear eyes flashing with confusion and doubt, and his tone was filled with a bitter smile: "Senior, you don't want me to go into that dangerous place alone to deal with those difficult guys that even the great men of ancient times were helpless against, do you? This... this is really asking too much!"

Luo Dan's words were filled with disbelief. He knew how difficult those guys were. Even the older generation of masters were afraid of them. Although he had enough confidence in himself, he also knew the importance of doing things within his ability. In his opinion, it was wise to fight if you could beat them, and run if you couldn't. After all, although he had a certain level of strength, he was far from being able to easily crush those ancient masters.

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"Senior, you are flattering me too much. Although I, Luodan, have some abilities, I still cannot reach the level where I can easily deal with those difficult guys. Your request really puts me in a difficult position." Luodan spoke again, his tone more sincere and helpless. He knew the deep meaning of the old man's action, but he also understood that he should not act blindly.

The old man just smiled when he heard this, and that smile seemed to contain endless deep meaning and expectation. He gently patted Luo Dan's shoulder, as if conveying an invisible strength and trust: "Luo Dan, you don't need to worry too much. Sometimes, strength is not the key to everything. Courage, wisdom and determination are equally important. I believe you can complete this seemingly impossible task." (End of this chapter)