Gods: Start with Goblins

.People like Luodan are rare. He stands among the crowd like a clear stream, not attracting any dust.

Luo Dan observed the reactions of this group of people and couldn't help feeling a little puzzled.

These guys, do they really have to be so exaggerated?
He seemed to have done nothing, just standing there quietly, but he seemed to have become the focus of everyone's attention.

People's eyes were filled with awe and curiosity, as if he was some rare treasure, making people want to get closer but not dare to touch him easily.

Luo Dan frowned slightly. He didn't like the feeling of being stared at by everyone. It made him feel uncomfortable.

He shook his head gently, trying to get rid of this inexplicable emotion, then turned around and prepared to leave.

However, the moment he turned around, a familiar voice sounded in his ears.

"Luodan, you're finally here." There was a hint of anxiety and anticipation in the voice. It was Pei Sheng.

Luo Dan looked in the direction of the voice and saw Pei Sheng sitting quietly on a chair, staring at him closely, as if he was some treasure that was about to disappear. Pei Sheng felt very frustrated. He had waited for Luo Dan for too long, and every minute and every second was like torture. Now that he finally saw Luo Dan, how could he not be anxious?
"Pei Sheng, why are you here?" Luo Dan asked in surprise.

"I'm waiting for you. When will you come back? I can't wait any longer." Pei Sheng's words revealed a hint of dissatisfaction, but more of it was concern and expectation for Luo Dan.

At this time, Elder Tianji also came over. He saw Luo Dan sitting next to Pei Sheng, but Pei Sheng was still so anxious, as if he was looking for something. Elder Tianji frowned and walked forward subconsciously.

"Don't you two plan to go back to the house and rest? We will set off for the spirit world tomorrow. The journey is full of dangers, so why don't we cooperate?" Elder Tianji's words revealed a hint of sincerity, but also a majesty that could not be ignored.

When Pei Sheng heard what Elder Tianji said, he looked him up and down, then sneered and said, "Old man, you had bad intentions when you asked us to cooperate last time. Did you think we would be fooled by you this time? Stop joking over there. Let me tell you, you are just dreaming!"

Elder Tianji heard this and gritted his teeth, a surge of anger in his heart. He didn't expect Pei Sheng to humiliate him like this. He was not so easy to deal with. However, just when he was about to explode, Luo Dan gently pulled his sleeve.

"Elder Tianji, don't get excited. Pei Sheng was just joking, we don't need to take it seriously." There was a hint of comfort in Luo Dan's words, which gradually calmed the anger in Elder Tianji's heart.

Elder Tianji took a deep breath, then looked at Pei Sheng and said, "Pei Sheng, I hope you can understand that our cooperation is for a common purpose. I am not begging you, but giving you a chance. If you don't want to cooperate, then forget it. However, I hope you won't speak rudely again, otherwise don't blame me for being rude."

Pei Sheng curled his lips when he heard this, and said nothing more. He knew that Elder Tianji's strength was unfathomable, and he could not easily provoke him. Moreover, the purpose of their trip really required mutual cooperation to achieve. So, he chose to remain silent and said no more.

Luo Dan watched the atmosphere between the two gradually ease up, and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that cooperation between them was not easy and required mutual trust and understanding. However, as long as they could put aside their prejudices and work together, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and achieve their goals.

So Luo Dan said, "Okay, let's not argue about these little things anymore. Elder Tianji is right. There are many dangers on our journey. Only cooperation can allow us to reach our destination more safely. Pei Sheng, what do you think?"

Pei Sheng glanced at Luo Dan, then nodded and said, "Okay, since you said so, I agree to cooperate. However, I hope we can trust each other and not hide anything or deceive each other."

Hearing this, Luo Dan smiled and said, "Don't worry, Pei Sheng. Our cooperation is based on mutual trust and understanding. As long as we can be honest with each other, we will be able to overcome all difficulties."

Therefore, the three reached a consensus and decided to work together to go to the spirit world. They knew that the journey was full of unknowns and dangers, but as long as they could unite as one, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and achieve their goals.

Finally, when night fell, they prepared everything and were ready to set off. They stood at the city gate, looking at the unknown road ahead, their hearts filled with excitement and anxiety. However, they knew that only by taking this step bravely could they meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.

So, they embarked on a journey to the spirit world and began the most wonderful experience in their lives. In the days to come, they will face countless difficulties and challenges, but as long as they can unite as one, they will be able to overcome all difficulties and achieve their goals. And this experience will also become the most precious wealth in their lives.

"I came to discuss cooperation with you because I think highly of you. Don't think you are so great." Elder Tianji's voice was filled with unquestionable majesty. He looked directly at Pei Sheng with a gleam in his eyes. "It's impossible for you to break into the spirit world and fight alone to get the Bodhi tree. Don't dream about it. The spirit world is extremely dangerous. Without our help, you will just be like moths flying into a flame."

Pei Sheng sneered when he heard that. He waved his hand and seemed unconcerned: "You don't have to worry about that. We are very powerful and naturally have a way to deal with it. Besides, you lost to Luo Dan before. If I cooperate with you, I might lose even more miserably!" His tone was full of provocation, and it was obvious that he had no good feelings towards Elder Tianji.

Elder Tianji's face darkened slightly, but then he regained his composure. He was well aware of the grudge between Pei Sheng and him, and he also knew that this guy had always disliked him. However, he didn't care about these. He was more concerned about how to successfully enter the spirit world and obtain the Bodhi tree.

"Pei Sheng, don't go too far. I lost to Luo Dan before, but that was just because I was careless. Besides, do you know what the spirit world is like? It is full of unknowns and dangers. Without our help, you will only die." Elder Tianji's voice was low and powerful, trying to persuade Pei Sheng. However, Pei Sheng did not buy it. He sneered and said, "Elder Tianji, who do you think you are? You are just relying on your status to do evil everywhere and look down on everyone. Do you think I don't know your background? You are a hypocrite who is taking advantage of the power of others!"

Pei Sheng's words were full of anger and dissatisfaction. He had long been fed up with what Elder Tianji had done. When he was in the sect, Pei Sheng was only a disciple, but he had witnessed how Elder Tianji bullied others and treated those disciples who were not as strong as him. These memories had been buried deep in his heart, and became his resentment towards Elder Tianji that he could not get rid of.

Elder Tianji's face turned pale when he heard this. He didn't expect Pei Sheng to reveal his true face so directly. However, he did not get angry, but took a deep breath and tried to calm his anger.

"Pei Sheng, don't go too far. I admit that I did do some things wrong before. But that doesn't mean I'm a hypocrite. I came to you for cooperation out of sincerity. I hope we can enter the spiritual world together and obtain the Bodhi tree. This will benefit all of us." There was a hint of sincerity in Elder Tianji's voice, trying to impress Pei Sheng.

However, Pei Sheng was unmoved. He looked at Elder Tianji coldly and said, "Elder Tianji, do you think I will believe your lies? You have already deceived us once before, do you want to deceive us again? I tell you, I will never cooperate with you!"

After saying this, Pei Sheng turned around and was about to leave. However, at this moment, Elder Tianji suddenly made a move and grabbed his wrist.

"Pei Sheng, don't refuse a toast and then drink a forfeit! I'll ask you one last time, are you willing to cooperate with me?" There was a hint of threat in Elder Tianji's voice, and he had obviously lost his patience.

Pei Sheng was shocked when he saw this. He knew that Elder Tianji's strength was unfathomable. If he really started to fight, he would probably find it difficult to resist. However, he did not want to give in. So he took a deep breath and tried to break free from Elder Tianji's wrist.

"Elder Tianji, let me go! I will not cooperate with you!" Pei Sheng's voice was firm and resolute.

However, Elder Tianji did not let him go. He held Pei Sheng's wrist tightly and said in a cold tone: "Pei Sheng, don't think I really dare not touch you. I tell you, if I want to kill you, it's as easy as crushing an ant."

After saying that, Elder Tianji suddenly exerted force on his hand. Pei Sheng felt a sharp pain and his wrist was almost crushed. He couldn't help but cry out in pain, and at the same time grabbed Elder Tianji's wrist, saying in a cold tone: "Elder Tianji, I warn you, don't force me!"

At this moment, Luo Dan suddenly stood up. He had been watching the argument silently, and finally couldn't help but speak: "Elder Tianji, let Pei Sheng go. Our cooperation should be based on mutual trust. If you threaten him like this again, then our cooperation will end."

Luo Dan's voice was filled with an unquestionable majesty, which made Elder Tianji loosen his hand. He turned to look at Luo Dan, and saw a firm light flashing in Luo Dan's eyes, and he had obviously made a decision.

"Luo Dan, you..." Elder Tianji wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Luo Dan.

"Elder Tianji, I know what you want. The fruit of the Bodhi tree may be the key to improving your cultivation and consolidating your position. However, you cannot threaten us in this way. Cooperation should be based on mutual trust and respect, not on threats and coercion." Luodan's voice was firm and powerful, his eyes looking directly at Elder Tianji, without the slightest retreat.

Elder Tianji's expression changed slightly. He didn't expect Luo Dan to point out his intention so directly. However, he quickly regained his composure and said in a deep voice: "Luo Dan, do you think I am threatening you? I am just stating a fact. The spirit world is extremely dangerous. Without our help, it will be difficult for you to successfully obtain the Bodhi tree. I am doing this for your own good."

"For our own good?" Luo Dan sneered, "Elder Tianji, do you think we are all three-year-old children? Will we easily believe your lies? You have already deceived us once before, do you want to deceive us again? I tell you, we will not be fooled by you again."

Elder Tianji frowned upon hearing this. He knew that his previous behavior had indeed caused Luo Dan and Pei Sheng to have great distrust of him. Now, it would probably not be easy to regain their trust.

"Luodan, I admit that I did do some things wrong before. But that doesn't mean I'm an untrustworthy person. I came here this time because I sincerely want to cooperate with you. I know that only by unity can we successfully obtain the Bodhi tree." There was a hint of sincerity in Elder Tianji's voice, trying to impress Luodan.

However, Luo Dan was unmoved. He looked at Elder Tianji coldly and said, "Elder Tianji, we can't see your sincerity. If you really want to cooperate, you should take practical actions instead of just talking nonsense here."

Pei Sheng also echoed, "That's right, Elder Tianji. We have heard enough from you. If you want to cooperate, then show your sincerity. Otherwise, we would rather go to the spirit world alone than cooperate with you."

Elder Tianji felt helpless when he heard this. He knew that he had indeed gone too far this time. He thought that with his status and strength, he could easily make Luo Dan and Pei Sheng surrender. However, he did not expect that these two young men were so stubborn that they would rather face danger alone than cooperate with him.

Finally, Elder Tianji could only sigh helplessly. He looked at Luo Dan and Pei Sheng and said sincerely, "Okay, I admit that I did go a little too far this time. I apologize to you and hope you can forgive me. At the same time, I also promise that I will cooperate with you with sincerity. I will do my best to help you successfully obtain the Bodhi tree."

Luo Dan and Pei Sheng looked at each other after hearing this, and then saw a hint of hesitation in each other's eyes. They knew that Elder Tianji's strength was unfathomable. If he could really show his sincerity to cooperate, it would undoubtedly be a powerful help for them. However, they also knew that Elder Tianji was not a person who was easy to trust. They needed time to observe his actions to judge whether he was really sincere in cooperating.

So Luo Dan said, "Elder Tianji, we have received your apology. However, we still need time to consider whether to cooperate with you. Before that, we hope that you can maintain your sincerity and not do anything to disappoint us again."

Elder Tianji nodded his head to show his understanding. He knew that he needed time to regain the trust of Luo Dan and Pei Sheng. So he said, "Okay, I will keep my sincerity and wait for your reply. At the same time, if you need any help, just tell me and I will do my best to help you." (End of this chapter)