Gods: Start with Goblins

Xiaobai said this with gritted teeth. She took Luodan's arm and straightened her back deliberately, as if declaring war on those women.

Luo Dan felt helpless when he saw Xiao Bai being so stubborn, but he was also touched. He knew that Xiao Bai did all this for him, so that he would not be looked down upon in this occasion. This friendship made him feel deeply moved.

"Xiaobai, don't bother with them. Let them say whatever they want. We just need to do our best." Luodan comforted her softly. He patted Xiaobai's shoulder gently, signaling her not to get too excited.

However, Xiao Bai couldn't swallow this breath. She glanced at those women and sneered: "Humph, who do they think they are? They are just a bunch of mediocre women. Are they qualified to talk nonsense here?"

The men were thinking about their own interests, whether they could find useful relationships here, or whether they could have a beautiful lady to add some fun to their lives. They might not care too much about the ridicule of the women, but the women valued the appearance. When they saw that Luo Dan already had such a beautiful Xiao Bai by his side, they couldn't help but feel jealous.

"Hmph, what's the big deal? Isn't it just having a vixen by your side?" one of the women muttered in a low voice, her eyes filled with jealousy and resentment.

Xiaobai had sharp ears and when she heard her words, she immediately became furious: "What did you say? Say it again!" She turned around abruptly and glared at the woman, as if she would pounce on her and fight her to the death at any time.

Seeing this, Luo Dan quickly grabbed Xiao Bai and said, "Xiao Bai, don't bother with her. Let her say whatever she wants. Let's ignore her."

However, the woman did not restrain herself because of Luo Dan's attempt to stop her. Instead, she laughed even more smugly: "Huh, what's the matter? Did I hit you right where it hurts? A vixen is a vixen. She will never be able to show up in public!"

Xiao Bai was so angry that she trembled all over when she heard this. She was about to explode, but Luo Dan held her tightly. Luo Dan looked at her angry look and felt distressed. He knew that Xiao Bai was so angry because of him, and he would never let Xiao Bai suffer any grievances.

"That's enough!" Luo Dan suddenly shouted, his eyes turned cold, "If you dare to talk nonsense again, don't blame me for being rude!"

Everyone was shocked by Luo Dan's sudden anger and fell silent. They didn't expect that Luo Dan, who usually looked gentle and polite, could be so terrifying when he got angry.

The atmosphere was only tense for a moment, and soon, everyone started chatting again. They all seemed to have forgotten the unpleasantness just now and started talking about other topics. However, Xiaobai's heart was still full of anger and unwillingness. She secretly vowed to let these women know that they would pay the price for looking down on her and her master.

Lu Ren talked about the purpose of this trip, his expression was full of seriousness and expectation: "Actually, this time we came to the snow mountain specifically to look for spiritual medicine, because this spiritual medicine is really hard to find. Not only is the growth environment harsh, but there are often wild beasts guarding it. So we brought a lot of people with us, hoping to increase the chances of success."

Luo Dan's eyes flashed when he heard this, and he was secretly calculating in his heart. He saw that the man in front of him was trying to win him over, so he pursed his lips and decided to tell the truth and find out the other party's background. "In this case, I will tell the truth. Mr. Lu and I have the same idea. I am also here to look for spiritual medicine. It seems that we are indeed destined to be together. We are both eyeing the rare things on this snowy mountain."

At this point, Luo Dan paused deliberately, observing Lu Ren's reaction. The smile on Lu Ren's face froze instantly, and the corners of his mouth twitched, as if he didn't react. He widened his eyes and asked in disbelief: "Luo, Master Luo is also here to look for spiritual medicine? This... This is really a coincidence."

In fact, this was not good news for Lu Ren. He had originally planned to win over Luo Dan and fight against other forces looking for spiritual medicines together. After all, the spiritual medicines on the snowy mountains were not so easy to obtain. Luo Dan was agile and although his cultivation level could not be seen, he could feel the extraordinary aura from his every move. He was definitely a rare master.

But now, Luo Dan is also here to look for elixirs, which means they may become competitors, which makes Lu Ren feel a little entangled. He originally thought that if he could win over Luo Dan, then their chances of success would undoubtedly increase greatly.

Luo Dan looked at Lu Ren's frozen smile and laughed in his heart. Of course he knew what Lu Ren was thinking, but he didn't care. After all, anyone was qualified to look for the magical medicine on the snowy mountain, it just depended on who was more capable of getting it.

"Mr. Lu, this is actually not a big deal." Luo Dan chuckled and broke the silence. "Now that we have the elixir, it all depends on our own abilities. If we can cooperate, that would be the best; if not, then we can only accept our fate. What do you think?"

Hearing this, Lu Ren was stunned for a moment, then he smiled bitterly. He had to admit that Luo Dan was right. In this cruel world of cultivation, strength was the only real thing. If they didn't have enough strength, even if they got the elixir, they would only become someone else's prey.

"Mr. Luo is right." Lu Ren nodded, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes, "Then we will rely on our own abilities. However, if there is anything we need help with along the way, I hope Mr. Luo can lend a hand."

Hearing this, Luo Dan laughed out loud: "Of course. Mr. Lu, don't worry. Although I am not a big shot, I am not the kind of person who will stand by and watch someone die without helping. If there is really a need, I will do my best."

The two smiled at each other, and the grudges in their hearts instantly disappeared. They all knew that on this snowy mountain, one more friend means one more strength. As for what will happen after getting the elixir, it all depends on their luck.

Now they are looking for the elixir. The snowy mountains are full of dangers. It is difficult to succeed alone, so they need reliable people to help. Lu Ren secretly calculated in his heart that Luo Dan in front of him was extraordinary. If he could pull him to his side, he would undoubtedly have a better chance of winning.

He was just about to express his intention to cooperate, but he never expected that Luo Dan would take the initiative to speak, and his purpose happened to be the same as theirs.

"Actually, I'm here to look for elixirs as well." Luo Dan said with a smile, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes.

Hearing this, Lu Ren couldn't help but feel a little regretful. He originally thought that he could win over a powerful ally, but now it seems that the other party is also one of his competitors. However, he quickly adjusted his mentality. After all, on this snowy mountain, it is better to have one more friend than one more enemy. "Then we are indeed destined to meet." Lu Ren said with a smile, trying to resolve the awkwardness between them, "But if we encounter a magical medicine, please forgive me. I will not be polite and will take it down fairly and impartially."

Luo Dan listened and smiled at him, his eyes full of understanding: "Yes, of course. It depends on your ability to get this elixir. I, Luo Dan, am not the kind of person who will give up easily."

The two of them laughed and put aside their grudges. Although they had some minor conflicts and estrangements due to their common goals, at least they had not yet reached the point of confrontation. They all knew that on this snowy mountain, one more friend means one more strength. Why should they hurt their relationship for a little thing?

However, when the others heard that Luo Dan was also looking for elixirs, they all cast vigilant glances. They had originally thought that they could follow Lu Ren and easily get a share of the pie, but now it seemed that there was another strong competitor.

"Hmph, this Luodan doesn't look like a good guy either. We have to be careful." Someone muttered in a low voice, with a hint of gloom in his eyes.

Another person also agreed: "Yes, when he encounters the elixir, he might do something behind the scenes."

Luo Dan didn't take these words to heart, he just continued to do his own thing. He knew that on this snowy mountain, strength was the only way to go. No matter how others looked at him, he would not change his goal and determination. He believed that as long as he was strong enough, he would be able to find the precious elixir.

Lu Ren admired this kind of mentality. He secretly admired that Luo Dan was not only extraordinary in his skills, but also so determined in his mind that he was not shaken by the opinions of the outside world. He knew that searching for elixirs on the snowy mountains required not only strength, but also a tenacious heart.

At the same time, Lu Ren also sent a message to his teammates, reminding them not to act rashly: "Everyone, be careful. We don't know the depth of Luo Dan's cultivation yet, so we must not act rashly. We can't lose our own people before we find the elixir."

The teammates nodded their heads to show they understood. They all knew that the snowy mountain was full of dangers and every decision could be related to life and death. Therefore, they were all extremely cautious and did not dare to be careless.

It was also because of the overall situation that these people endured it. Although they were wary of Luo Dan, they did not show it. After all, on this snowy mountain, one more friend means one more strength, and they did not want to make too many enemies because of a momentary impulse.

After that, Luo Dan and Lu Ren became more defensive and unfamiliar with each other. They were no longer as frank with each other as before, but kept a certain distance and carefully tested each other's bottom line.

Luo Dan could see that the other party was just being polite. He sneered in his heart, but did not show it. He knew that there were not many real friends on the snowy mountain, and most people came for the spiritual medicine. He could understand Lu Ren's approach, after all, no one wanted to cause trouble in the process of searching for spiritual medicine.

However, isn't he the same? Luo Dan thought to himself. He also has his own plans and goals, but he just didn't say them out loud. He didn't mind Lu Ren's defensiveness and unfamiliarity, because he knew that it was only temporary. Once the elixir is found, the real competition will begin.

The next day, the two groups said goodbye. Luo Dan and Lu Ren both said a few polite farewell words, and then each led their own team to embark on the journey of searching for the elixir.

They all knew that it was hard to find the elixir on the snowy mountain, and it was full of dangers. However, for the precious elixir, they were all willing to take the risk. As for who would get the elixir in the end, it would depend on their own abilities and luck.

Luo Dan looked at Lu Ren's departing back and muttered to himself: "Lu Ren, Lu Ren, do you think I will really give up so easily? I am determined to get this elixir!" Then, he turned around and led his team to another direction. Lu Ren also swore in his heart that he must find the precious elixir and not let Luo Dan get there first.

Lu Ren seemed to be a righteous man. He stood on the snow with an upright posture and a firm look in his eyes. He spoke very confidently about the elixir, as if the elixir was already in his pocket.

"Mr. Luo, I don't know if we will face off against each other in the future, but spiritual medicines are hard to come by on this snowy mountain. If there really comes a day when we have to fight for them, don't worry, we will compete with you fairly and will never use any shady tricks. Whoever gets it owns it, it all depends on ability." Lu Ren's voice was loud, and every word was sonorous and powerful, showing his sincerity.

Luo Dan admired such people very much. He felt that in this world where the strong prey on the weak, there were not many people who could stick to their principles and keep their promises. Hearing this, he smiled slightly and bowed to Lu Ren, showing his respect and recognition for him.

"Well, Mr. Lu, since you said so, then I have nothing to worry about. We will each rely on our own abilities and luck to see who can find the elixir first." Luo Dan's voice was also very cheerful and he seemed very confident.

After the two greeted each other, they separated and headed in different directions. Lu Ren and his group walked very fast, leaving a series of deep footprints on the snow, which gradually went farther and farther away.

Lu Ren's two sisters walked behind the team, looking at their eldest brother's determined back, but they felt a little dissatisfied. They only started to complain after Lu Ren and his group walked away.

"Brother, I really don't know what you have to be afraid of. There is only one Luodan, and we have so many people. Do we still have to be afraid of him?" Sister Lu Xue said angrily. She felt that her brother was too cautious and there was no need to be so polite to Luodan.

Another sister, Lu Yu, also echoed, "That's right, big brother, didn't you hear that he also came here to look for herbs? That's our competitor! Why should we leave ourselves a competitor? While there is only one person on the other side, why not just kill him and eliminate the trouble forever?"

Lu Xue and Lu Yu's words made some people in the team start to waver. They all looked at Lu Ren, waiting for his decision. However, Lu Ren just shook his head and said firmly: "No, we can't do this. (End of this chapter)