Swallowed Star: Inverse Heaven Comprehension, Joins Chat Group

[Jiang Li: @Heaven and Earth Infinite Borrowing Method, Spirit Realm World, this is a world where martial arts and mythology merge, but it leans toward martial arts, with just a few mythological tricks mixed in!]

[Inviting Moon: The group leader really knows his stuff! Mythological tricks, looks like the newcomer is a big shot too!]

[Peach Blossom Island Little Chef: No matter who comes, in my heart Brother Jiang Li is the strongest!]

[Zixia Gentleman Sword: Why isn't the newcomer saying anything?]

[I Am Spider-Man: Maybe he's scared, probably still in a daze!]

[Zixia Gentleman Sword: @I Am Spider-Man, you've been lurking way too long, buddy.]

[I Am Spider-Man: Haha, I just became Spider-Man, haven't gotten used to it yet. Besides, everything in the group is cultivation techniques, not my thing.]

[Long Bo: Who are you people? Why are you in my head?]

Spirit Realm World.

The hidden land of the Tong Clan.

A still-young Long Bo stared around in amazement.

Just now, a voice in his mind had told him to join some chat group, and he agreed without thinking.

The next moment, a virtual screen appeared before his eyes, with voices of people talking inside.

Even stranger, whatever he thought in his mind magically appeared on the screen.

[Heaven and Earth Infinite Borrowing Method: Haha, I thought I'd run into a thousand-year-old demon back then, slashed at the air a few times!]

[Little Li Flying Dagger: @Long Bo, newcomer, no need to be afraid. This is the Myriad Worlds Chat Group. We're all from different worlds.]

[Zixia Gentleman Sword: @Long Bo, this is a great opportunity. In the chat group, you can buy divine techniques from other worlds, or upload your own to earn points!]

[Peach Blossom Island Little Chef: I suggest the newcomer check out the Points Mall first!]

[Long Bo: You scared me to death, thought I'd run into some demon or monster! I'll go take a look now, thanks for the advice, everyone!]

Jiang Li didn't speak, just lurked quietly.

This Long Bo possessed the Dragon God Art, and with the Tong Clan backing him, his foundation far surpassed anyone else in the group.

If he could learn the Dragon God Art and transform into a dragon, could he go toe-to-toe with the Golden Horned Beast?

(Chapter End)

Chapter 19: Enemies on a Narrow Road

Soon, the agreed-upon day to head to the wilderness zone arrived.

"Husband, are you leaving today?"

Ling Ling took a deep breath, reluctance clear in her eyes.

Jiang Li stroked her hair, gently pulling her into his arms, and nodded slightly. "Stay home and behave. Your husband will be back soon."

"Jiang Li! Brother Jiang!"

Just then, shouts came from outside—Chen Gu and Luo Feng's voices. "Ah, hello, sister-in-law!"

"Mm."

Ling Ling waved goodbye, watching Jiang Li in his white combat suit, along with Luo Feng and Chen Gu, quickly depart. After some thought, she headed to the Limit Martial Arts Hall again.

Jiangnan Base City, one of the six major base cities of the Hanxia Kingdom.

In the main urban district stood a towering 88-story skyscraper, its entire facade reflecting the dazzling letters 'HR'.

Most people never set foot inside that building in their entire lives.

'Beep!'

An electronic sound rang out.

The soldiers on guard duty immediately stepped aside as a military off-road vehicle, also bearing the 'HR' logo, drove in.

The door opened, and four martial artists stepped out. Some carried guns and swords on their backs, others bore war blades and shields...

"Jiang Li, Luo Feng, let's head to the counter over there and wait for the captain and the others."

Chen Gu led the two to sit on a nearby sofa.

"Four gentlemen, what would you like to drink?"

A server immediately stepped forward and bowed to ask.

"Longjing tea, with a hint of jasmine."

"Da Wu Ye."

"Tieguanyin."

"We can't drink alcohol before heading into the wilderness zone!"

Zhang Ke, another martial artist traveling with Chen Gu, chuckled. "Once the mission's done, we'll have a good drink back home."

"Jiang Li, Luo Feng, this first floor is the welcome and rest area. From the second floor up is the mall where goods are sold."

Chen Gu, knowing it was their first time, pointed around and explained carefully. "The biggest advantage of the HR Alliance Mall is that we can sell the monster materials we hunt to them. Their prices are much higher."

"If you sell to a martial arts hall, the price will be lower, but you'll get contribution points."

"It's up to you to decide."

The two nodded slightly.

Just then—

"Brother Wang, you should go rest first. I can handle things here."

A crisp, gentle voice rang out. Luo Feng, who had been holding a teacup, jolted and whipped his head around.

Seeing Luo Feng's reaction, Chen Gu and Zhang Ke were both taken aback.

"Hm?"

Jiang Li glanced over as well. It was a young girl in a white shirt and black suit trousers, quite pretty.

"Luo Feng, what's wrong?"

Zhang Ke asked curiously.

"Nothing. Vice Captain, Brother Jiang, Brother Zhang, I'll be right back."

A flicker of panic passed through Luo Feng's eyes. He set down his backpack, shield, and battle blade, then hurried toward the counter.

"Jiang Li, what's with him?" Chen Gu asked, looking intrigued.

"Speaking from experience..."

Jiang Li smiled. "That's the taste of first love, no doubt."

Chen Gu: "..."

Zhang Ke: "..."

"Chen Gu! Zhang Ke!"

At that moment, a booming voice rang out. A burly man with two black hammers strapped to his back strode over, followed by two men who looked strikingly similar.

"Jiang Li, this is our Fire Hammer Squad's captain, 'Double Wind Hammer' Gao Feng. And these are the Wei brothers, Wei Tie and Wei Qing."

Chen Gu introduced with a smile. "In the local martial artist circle, their 'Double Moon Curved Sabers' are quite famous."

"Captain Gao, Brothers Wei!"

Jiang Li greeted them with a smile.

"Haha, I heard from Chen Gu that you and Luo Feng are both prodigies among the new martial artists. Once you head into the wilderness zone, learn as much as you can—I'm sure you'll adapt quickly."

Gao Feng grinned. "Huh? Where's Luo Feng?"

Zhang Ke snickered. "Jiang Li says he's got spring fever..."

!!!

"Brother Zhang!"

Just then, Luo Feng came shuffling back, looking embarrassed.

"Haha, nothing wrong with that. Luo Feng, let me introduce you..."

Zhang Ke laughed heartily.

After the seven of them got acquainted, they stood up to leave. "Alright, let's head out to the wilderness zone!"

"Luo Feng!"

Another voice called out.

It was the girl from before, as if she had mustered all her courage. "I'll be starting school in a few days, but during the semester, I'll be here as the manager on Saturdays and Sundays during the day..."

"You have to come see me then!"

As she shouted those words, her face flushed red.

"Jiang Li, your 'experience' isn't quite right. I'd say it's not just Luo Feng who's got spring fever!"

Chen Gu clapped Jiang Li on the shoulder and laughed heartily.

"Youth is wonderful—beautiful girls throw themselves at you wherever you go!"

Captain Gao Feng sighed with feeling.

Since they were all in the same squad, heading into the wilderness meant becoming comrades who would trust each other with their lives, so the jokes came freely.

"Captain, it's not about youth—it's about looks!"

Zhang Ke let out a strange laugh, pointing at Jiang Li. "Jiang Li, I just counted—at least nine girls have glanced at you three times or more..."

Jiang Li: "..."

Gao Feng: "..."