"Master, why didn't you just ask how powerful the Zhang family is in the imperial capital? Now that we know ourselves and our enemies, we can find ways to deal with them!"
Ao Ying's voice reached Li Mo's mind. They, the dragon clan, have always taken revenge. Based on its relationship with Li Mo, Li Mo's enemies are naturally its enemies.
"Why are you asking so many questions? As long as no one else knows, let's put this matter aside for now. I don't want to bring too much trouble to the guild because of my own reasons. Now the Moyuan City Guild and the Mucheng Guild are our potential Since the Zhang family can gain a foothold in the imperial capital, they still have some background, so try not to provoke them if you can!"
Li Mo's worries are not unreasonable. Since the Zhang family can have a place in the capital of the Tianfeng Empire, the forces behind it are by no means simple. Moreover, all the old monsters in the Tianfeng Empire with strength of ninety and above have their own power in the imperial capital. Maybe there is such a terrifying person behind the Zhang family. With Li Mo's current strength, he simply couldn't afford to offend him.
…
Two days later, Li Mo came to this familiar misty forest again. When he saw that there were only a few soldiers guarding the entrance to the forest, he couldn't help but feel happy.
"It seems that after the death of the ink dragon, the Great Sage has once again ruled the misty forest!"
Thinking of this, Li Mo got off his horse, said hello to the guarding soldiers, and walked into the misty forest.
As he went deeper, what he was thinking was also confirmed. The monster riots have completely subsided, and the misty forest has returned to its previous calm. The monsters have all returned to their respective territories, and the level differentiation is quite clear. As a result, Li Mo only discovered the existence of several level five monsters when he came to the outer area of the forest.
"It seems that the Great Sage, the king of the forest, is still very capable. In just a few days, he has already made these restless monsters surrender!"
Li Mo still valued this monster friend very much. After all, most of the credit for his being as strong as he is today belongs to the Great Sage.
At this moment, Li Mo suddenly felt a familiar breath approaching him quickly.
Woo woo woo...
In less than a cup of tea, the huge body of the King Kong Giant Ape had already appeared in Li Mo's sight. What surprised Li Mo was that the Great Sage seemed to be much stronger after not seeing him for a few days. It wasn't until it came to Li Mo and transformed into a strong man that Li Mo realized that it had successfully advanced to the rank of tenth level monster.
One person and one animal didn't say much, and just gave each other a bear hug.
"Haha... Monkey King, congratulations on your further strength!"
"Li Mo, thank you! If you and Ao Ying hadn't helped me, how could I still be here today!"
"You're being disrespectful when you say this. You've helped me so much. This small favor is nothing, besides, we and Ao Ying have also received great benefits!"
…
Listening to the conversation between Li Mo and the Great Sage, Ao Ying couldn't help but hurriedly appeared next to Li Mo.
"You two, stop being polite here, let's hurry up and find the Balrog Bear!"
After listening to Ao Ying's words, the Great Sage looked at Li Mo doubtfully.
"Li Mo, are you here to hunt the Balrog Bear?"
Li Mo couldn't help but look embarrassed when he heard this. He rolled his eyes at Ao Ying and then looked at the Great Sage with some embarrassment.
"Great Sage, to be honest, I am here for the Flame Demon Bear!"
"Okay! I will bring the Balrog Bear. But you have to promise me one thing!"
The Great Sage's face was a little ugly, and there was a hint of helplessness in his voice.
"Okay, don't say it's just one thing. Even if it's ten or a hundred things, as long as you tell me, I will promise you."
"Li Mo, there are not many high-level monsters left in the misty forest! Although we monsters exist to provide you humans with training resources, once we cultivate spiritual intelligence, there is actually no difference from you humans. We We also need a safe living environment. Please give us time to thrive, otherwise we will perish sooner or later due to the indiscriminate killing of you humans!"
After the great sage finished speaking, he turned and left!
"Hey! What happened to the Great Sage?"
Ao Ying looked at the leaving figure of the Great Sage, felt a trace of sadness in it and asked Li Mo in a low voice.
"Hey! What the Great Sage said is right. If we hunt monsters wantonly, especially high-level monsters, one day we humans will face the day when we have no cultivation resources. After this mission is completed, I do not plan to Let’s continue this mission of hunting monsters. I want to go back to the guild and then head to Sumeru Fantasy Land!”
Li Mo's sudden decision surprised Ao Ying, and she looked at him with a pair of big eyes.
"Master, I know what the Great Sage just said makes sense. Humans should indeed give monsters time to thrive. But now is the time when you need strength the most. If you don't hunt the monsters, how will you save Liu Yan in the future? What? And didn’t you say that going to the Sumeru Illusion requires level 80 strength? It would be dangerous for you to go there now!”
After listening to Ao Ying's words, Li Mo began to feel conflicted. On one side is the woman he loves most, and on the other side is his friend who has helped him many times. It really makes him unable to choose.
At this time, the Great Sage left and returned, carrying a dead Balrog Bear with red hair all over its body.
"Li Mo, take it back and hand in the mission! But when I see you next time, I hope you are no longer here to hunt monsters!"
After saying this, the Great Sage made a few flashes and disappeared into the dense forest.
Looking at the dead Flame Demon Bear on the ground, Li Mo smiled helplessly.
"Ao Ying, let's go!"
…
This hunting mission was the fastest Li Mo had ever completed. He had returned to the imperial capital just after four days.
When he came to the place where the task was submitted, he placed the task card and the body of the Balrog Bear in front of the old man and said in a deep voice.
"Sir, I give up on continuing to take on the mission!"
"Oh! Okay, but it's a pity."
The old man obviously didn't understand why Li Mo gave up suddenly, but he didn't ask any more questions. However, there was a hint of disappointment in his eyes.
After receiving the reward, Li Mo took back his guild's badge and left!
Walking on the bustling streets of the imperial capital, Li Mo seemed to feel a lot more relaxed, but also a little confused.
"Hey! Li Mo, what's wrong with you? You look like you're in a state of despair. It's probably because you haven't completed your mission!"
At this time, Wang Zixuan's familiar voice suddenly appeared behind Li Mo.
"You're going to scare me to death! Do you have time for us to have a few drinks?"
Li Mo turned around and said angrily, but he was still very happy in his heart. The appearance of Wang Zixuan made him think of a way. If successful, it would effectively limit the indiscriminate killing of monsters by humans.
"Yes! Of course! The champion of the tournament invited me to drink. Even if I don't have time, I still have to make time!"
"Haha... what a mouth you have!"
…
In a quiet private room in the largest restaurant in the imperial capital, Li Mo and Wang Zixuan sat opposite each other, with jars of wine already placed in front of them.
"Li Mo, tell me what's wrong with you? Is there something wrong? If I can help, I will do my best to help you!"
"What can happen to me? I came to you today just to drink!"
"Haha... You kid, you can't even tell a lie! When I handed in the mission just now, I heard the officials saying that you had quit the hunting mission. Can you tell me the reason?"
Li Mo was secretly happy when he heard this. He had already whetted Wang Zixuan's appetite, and it was time to implement his plan!
"I really can't hide anything from you! Well, I'll tell you, but after I tell you, you have to help me!"
"Damn! Didn't I help you less? Just say it, I will definitely help you!"
Under the influence of alcohol, Wang Zixuan is walking step by step into the "trap" Li Mo has set for him!
(End of chapter)