The Second Trial: A Mountain of Blades and a Sea of Fire

"Uncle, I have already delivered the betrothal gifts. Shouldn't you fulfill your promise?"

Seeing that Elder Gao was becoming increasingly enthusiastic towards his brother Gao, Fu Yihang couldn't sit still any longer.

He felt that if things continued this way, his sweetheart would marry Brother Gao, and not only would his beloved become Brother Gao's wife, but he would also owe Brother Gao 200 taels of silver.

"A promise? What promise?"

"My good deed was ruined," said Master Gao, feigning ignorance.

"Didn't you say that as long as I can afford a dowry of 200 taels, you will marry Xiuer to me?"

Fu Yihang urgently.

"You must be mistaken. The 200 taels of silver as a betrothal gift is just the first test. Wait until you pass the next two tests before you propose marriage to me."

"I'm annoyed," said Master Gao.

"Also, don't call her ' Xiuer 'Xiuer so affectionately. My daughter is still a virgin, and it would damage her reputation if word got out."

When he spoke the last few sentences, Master Gao raised his voice a little, as if he were speaking specifically to Gao Yunyi.

But Fu Yihang, already in a state of anxiety, couldn't hear any of that.

As for Gao Yunyi, he remained as nonchalant and indifferent as ever.

"Alright, then Uncle, please go and prepare. This junior is going to take on the second test."

Upon hearing this, Master Gao glanced at Fu Yihang with some surprise.

"Are you really going to take on this challenge?"

"My feelings for Miss Gao are sincere and unwavering, as clear as the sun and moon, and will never change even if it means going through Mountain Foot Fire."

Fu Yihang with a determined expression.

"That's easy for you to say. Scholars are always good at sweet talk; no wonder my daughter is so infatuated with you."

Master Gao thought to himself, but when he looked at Fu Yihang again, his eyes no longer seemed to show the same disdain as before.

"You still have a chance to regret it. Are you really not going to reconsider?"

No regrets.

Fu Yihang resolutely blocked the railway.

"Hmph! Whatever."

Master Gao seemed to be Fu Yihang by Fu Yihang's stubborn attitude, and he slammed his sleeve down.

"Guards, prepare for Sword Mountain and Sea of Fire!"

The so-called Sword Mountain and Sea of Fire,

It was actually just a long plank studded with iron nails and a bluestone path paved with burning charcoal.

It's just that the name is scary.

But it's not dangerous at all.

How could that be?

Looking at the rusty iron on the wooden plank and the sparks of charcoal scattered on the bluestone path, Gao Yunyi's lips twitched involuntarily.

If you were to step on it, even if you didn't die from the pain on the spot, you would likely die from tetanus infection later on.

This isn't a test; it's clearly designed to Fu Yihang.

Is this Master Gao really not afraid that his daughter will be a widow in the future?

Let's look at Fu Yihang again.

Where was the same brave and fearless demeanor he displayed just moments before in the main hall, so deeply in love?

When the formidable challenge of facing Sword Mountain and Sea of Fire was truly before him,

His face was deathly pale with fright, and his legs were trembling like bamboo leaves.

Gao Yunyi somewhat helpless; his task had been completed the moment Master Gao received the 200 taels of silver.

But a new task popped up.

[Task: Test Two]

[Task requirement: Help scholar Fu Yihang complete the second test.]

[Quest Rewards: Experience Points: 300, Items:???]

[Would you accept?]

Honestly, although Fu Yihang's life was only worth 10 experience points, the quest rewards he received were shockingly high.

So much so that even though Gao Yunyi looked down on him, he still had to help him out.

What else can I say?

Accept the task.

Master Gao sat calmly in the grand chair that had been brought out, holding a cup of tea in his hand, while the servants around him watched Fu Yihang with eyes full of anticipation.

Fu Yihang was a scholar.

I usually deal with books, and the people I associate with are all well-educated and cultured scholars.

When have I ever seen such a terrifying sight?

Those rusty, sharp nails, if you stepped on them, they would pierce the soles of your feet.

The thought of those scorching red-hot charcoal filled him with dread and made his soul tremble.

But looking at the mocking and contemptuous gazes around him, and thinking of Xiuer's disappointed and resentful eyes, he realized that the situation was different.

A surge of courage and fighting spirit immediately welled up within Fu Yihang.

I'm not even afraid of death, so why would I be afraid of this little difficulty?

Xiuer, wait for me, I will definitely marry you.

Fu Yihang, fueled by his courage and fighting spirit, Fu Yihang his heart, closed his eyes, and charged toward the long plank covered with iron nails.

"Ouch..."

Just as he was preparing to brave the Sword Mountain and Sea of Fire, a slender, fair hand suddenly grabbed his collar from behind.

"Brother Gao, why are you pulling me like that?"

Fu Yihang turned around and looked at Gao Yunyi with a resentful expression.

Gao Yunyi said, "You're just going to charge over there like that?"

"What else? Are we supposed to jump over it?"

Fu Yihang stared with his clear eyes.

"Put it on."

Gao Yunyi pulled out a pair of boots from behind his back and handed them to Fu Yihang.

"Huh???"

Fu Yihang took the boots with a bewildered look on his face, then, as if he had just realized something, his face lit up with curiosity.

Brother Gao clearly wasn't carrying any bags or luggage, so where did he get those boots from?

And where did they get those 200 taels of heavy silver?

Fu Yihang subconsciously glanced at Gao Yunyi's buttocks, his eyes radiating intense curiosity and a thirst for knowledge.

"Have you seen enough?" Gao Yunyi, his eyes slightly narrowed.

Fu Yihang then realized that his behavior just now was too presumptuous and rude.

"Brother Gao, why did you make me wear these boots? Is there something special about them?"

Fu Yihang carefully examined the unfamiliar yet brand-new boots in front of him.

"Just wear it, I told you to." Gao Yunyi was too lazy to pay attention to this curious child.

Upon Fu Yihang, Fu Yihang's eyes hardened, and he said, "Alright, I'll wear it. I trust Brother Gao."

After saying that, Fu Yihang sat down on the ground, took off his cloth shoes, and put on the nice boots.

"It's so lightweight, and it fits perfectly, so comfortable."

Fu Yihang, having put on his boots and stood up, exclaimed with delight.

Nonsense,

These Azure Profound Boots are a product of the game, so of course they're lightweight and comfortable.

If it weren't for helping you complete the second test and gain rich experience and rewards, I wouldn't have lent you even a Common equipment.

The Azure Profound Boots have level and class requirements, so even if Fu Yihang wears them, he won't get the attribute bonuses from the equipment.

The reason Gao Yunyi lent the Azure Profound Boots to Fu Yihang was that he hoped the boots' invulnerability to blades and spears, water and fire, and indestructible properties would help him overcome the ordeal of being attacked by Sword Mountain and Sea of Fire.

"Brother Gao, I'm off. If I unfortunately perish here, then I entrust Xiuer's future happiness to you. I trust your character."

Fu Yihang tears in his eyes, Gao Yunyi.

"Roll."

"Oh."