Deal

"Splash! Splash!"

The rainwater was already ankle-deep, and raindrops continued to fall from the sky.

Above, sunlight could not penetrate completely, leaving only darkness and oppression.

The sounds of screams and fighting could still be faintly heard from the surrounding area, clearly indicating that the situation was out of control within the county.

In other words, it's difficult to control and has basically been left unattended.

The problem of famine is difficult to solve.

Even if Cao Fengqi's saintly heart overflowed and he took out all the hundred tons of grain in the Desolate Town to distribute, it would still be a disaster.

Putting aside the dangers, with 300,000 people and 100 tons of food, each person wouldn't even get a pound—it's a drop in the ocean.

Cao Fengqi shook his head, carrying a bow and arrows on his back and the Mystic Cold Saber at his waist, fully armed, and walked towards the council grounds ahead.

A makeshift site has been set up in front of the Liangmin County Council's Level 5 shelter.

Moonlight Marrow illuminated the entire space, drawing in experts and skilled fighters from various teams and regions.

When Cao Fengqi, there were already over a hundred people gathered inside.

This was also the first time he had ever seen so many important figures from Liangmin County gathered together.

"The group of extraordinary individuals haven't arrived yet; they should be inside the Level 5 shelter."

"Quite a few of the superhuman's family members have come."

Cao Fengqi glanced at it and thought to himself.

Many of the family members of extraordinary individuals possess extremely high levels of strength.

They rely on the extraordinary individuals within their families to obtain vast resources, making them significantly stronger than even the most powerful figures from wealthy clans.

The overall strength of the people in Liangmin County can be divided from highest to lowest as follows: extraordinary individuals → core family members of extraordinary individuals → powerful and skilled individuals → experts with level 4 weapons.

"Perfect timing, this is a good opportunity to learn about the general situation of the powerful figures in Liangmin County."

Cao Fengqi's eyes flickered slightly as a dense array of information about supplies appeared before him.

"As expected, the group of extraordinary individuals has arrived. There are 25 pieces of level 6 supplies and only 2 pieces of level 7 supplies, which is less than I expected."

"The families of these extraordinary individuals all possess level 5 supplies, while the experts from wealthy families are generally equipped with level 4 gear."

Cao Fengqi analyzed each point in his mind.

As things stand, my status as a superhuman is rather pathetic.

Fortunately, he still had five Abyss-Patterned Evil-Binding Nail Case on him.

There is also a level 5 Blessed Moon God Stone, a spirit-type defensive artifact.

"Have you heard? The entire Zhang Family was wiped out by an evil beast; not a single one escaped."

"The Zhang Family, you're not talking about the Zhang Family, are you?"

"Of course it's the Zhang Family. A few days ago, an extremely terrifying Ashen Aberrant Armored Warrior descended upon us. It was terrifying beyond belief. Several extraordinary individuals in our county were alarmed and joined forces to severely injure and drive it away."

"Hiss, Ashen Aberrant Armored Warrior? Even stronger than Ash Aberrant Devourer? Several extraordinary beings working together couldn't kill it?"

"Elder Chen, do you know why these extraordinary beings summoned us here?"

"To find a way out, as you've seen in the county, the dark clouds above us are still and unmoving. According to the extraordinary individual's investigation, there are groups of evil beasts along the road ahead. You'll learn the details soon. In short, based on the brief understanding from the law enforcement officers, at least twenty to thirty thousand people have died in Liangmin County in just a few days."

"If we wait any longer, Liangmin County will completely descend into chaos, and many families are already running out of food."

When Cao Fengqi up, a murmur of discussion arose.

Upon hearing this news, a look of shock appeared on his face.

Any piece of information here can cause a great stir in Liangmin County.

"We invited them to open up a new path for survival?"

Cao Fengqi looked thoughtful, but did not doubt the news.

The information about this group of people is basically true.

"Hey, Brother Cao's here."

A slightly enthusiastic greeting came from above. Cao Fengqi looked over in confusion and saw Ma Jiuxing walking towards him with a smile.

"..."

Cao Fengqi admired his thick skin. His eyes flickered, and he smiled, saying, "Uncle Ma, just call me by my name."

"In this day and age, strength is everything. You deserve to be called 'brother'."

Seeing Cao Fengqi's polite attitude, Ma Jiuxing smiled and said with a grin, "I have great admiration for Brother Cao. Let's each talk our own thing."

"Is that Cao Fengqi?"

"To possess such strength at such a young age is truly remarkable."

"That Ma Jiuxing is incredibly shrewd and shameless."

Some people around looked on curiously when they heard Ma Jiuxing's words.

Even the relatives of some extraordinary individuals couldn't help but glance sideways at the young prodigies in the county recently.

"Uncle Ma."

Ignoring the stares of those around him, Cao Fengqi looked at Ma Jiuxing in front of him and politely asked, "I'd like to ask you for a favor?"

"Hmm? What kind of help?"

Ma Jiuxing was taken aback and looked at him in surprise.

"It's just a small matter. I don't know many of the elders in Liangmin County. With the outside world facing numerous crises, I'd like to upgrade the level of our shelter."

Cao Fengqi said, "I just happened to hunt some Mystic Devouring Beast, and I'd like to exchange their level 4 meat for level 4 and 5 metals."

"The flesh of a level 4 Mystic Devouring Beast? How much will it increase my constitution?"

Ma Jiuxing was startled and immediately pressed for an answer.

Items that can increase physical fitness are among the most valuable in their class.

"Eight pounds can increase 4 points of physique and also enhance physical defense."

Cao Fengqi replied.

"Great stuff! Absolutely fantastic!"

Ma Jiuxing's eyes lit up. "Brother Cao, how do you plan to make the deal?"

"Uncle Ma, how does market trading work?"

Cao Fengqi asked him.

"If we're exchanging level 4 meat for level 4 metal, 1 Constitution point equals 25 jin (12.5 kg). Your Mystic Devouring Beast is worth about 1 to 12.5."

"As for Grade 5 metals, 3 jin can be exchanged for 1 jin."

Ma Jiuxing said to him.

Cao Fengqi nodded slightly, calculating in his mind.

Currently, they have about 2200 jin of flesh and blood from the Mystic Devouring Beast in their home, which is more than enough to exchange for level 4 and level 5 metals.

Most importantly, even after the transaction is completed, he can still go to the Mystic Devouring Beast territory to continue hunting.

"Level 4 metals are 1 to 9, Level 5 metals are 4 to 1."

Cao Fengqi immediately decided, "Uncle Ma, I want to use this price to exchange for a large amount of level 4 and 5 metals. What do you think?"

"That price is certainly acceptable."

Ma Jiuxing nodded. "Brother Cao, you're too generous. At this price, I'd like to trade some meat with you. I happen to have a few kilograms of level 5 metal and several dozen kilograms of level 4 metal."

"Yes, I want a lot of trades."

Cao Fengqi nodded. "Uncle Ma, could you please introduce me to some people who can make transactions?"

"How much is 'large quantity'?"

Ma Jiuxing looked at him with surprise and asked.

I have about 2,000 jin (1,000 kg) of grade 4 quality meat.

Cao Fengqi didn't hide it; he needed to make a lot of transactions next, and that couldn't be concealed.

"Hiss, two thousand jin?"

Ma Jiuxing's eyes widened instantly, and he gasped, giving him a thumbs up. "Awesome, awesome, Brother Cao, you're truly awesome."

"Leave this to me, I guarantee I'll handle it perfectly for you, buddy."

He patted his chest, glanced at everyone around him, and cleared his throat. "Brothers and sisters from Liangmin County, I have some good news to tell you all."

"..."

Cao Fengqi couldn't help but smile when he heard Ma Jiuxing's words.

Entrusting this matter to someone like Ma Jiuxing is convenient.