Full Awakening: One F is trash, three me

"No, that's not it."

The old man explained, "The ones who came before were all students from Zhenxi Martial Arts University, but... they were never able to destroy the Ten Thousand Serpent Cave. I had already noted the strength of the Serpent King in the mission description, but I didn't expect... the school still sent students. Sigh..."

The old man sighed and said, "That's why I tried to go to Zhenxing Martial Arts University to take on a mission. I thought that the people there are all true geniuses with great strength, and they should be able to help us solve this hidden danger. But... I only asked a few questions because you're young. Please don't lose your life for us ordinary people. That wouldn't be worth it."

"You don't need to worry about strength. If you are really no match for them, I will report it to the academy, and then a strong person will take action."

The old man glanced at the dart in Yang Han's hand and chuckled, "Then I'm relieved."

"However, there is something I am indeed very curious about. I wonder if the village chief could enlighten me?"

"Just speak frankly, young man."

Yang Han thought for a moment and said, "This Baiyue Village is already so dilapidated, why doesn't the village chief lead the villagers to relocate to the western base city? It may not be the best place, but it's definitely better than living here in constant fear of ferocious beasts."

"Young man, you are unaware of something."

The old man sighed and said, "Who said we haven't left? Young brother, you should have noticed along the way that there aren't many people left in Baiyue Village. Those who were going to leave have all left. What's left are those of us who don't want to leave our homeland, especially me. I'm getting old and about to die. I want to spend the last moments of my life in this little village. I'm grateful for everyone's trust in me to become the village chief and to protect this little village together with you."

Yang Han seemed to be deep in thought, "But judging from everyone's strength..."

Yang Han didn't finish his sentence, but the meaning was clear: How can you hold out with your strength?

The old man smiled and said, "When I was young, I had some martial arts skills and could cross the buffer zone to seek help from the Zhenxi Base City. The base city is great. Although we are not residents of the base city, they are willing to send people to help us. At the same time, it can also train the younger generation. I have guarded it for many years. Now I am old... and I am a little unable to guard it anymore."

The old man said with a hint of melancholy, "That's why I was thinking about whether we could destroy this cave of ten thousand snakes once and for all, so that our little village could survive a little longer, or at least... not be destroyed by my own hands."

"Ha ha……"

The old man chuckled awkwardly, "Please excuse my rudeness, young man. Let's talk about the Cave of Ten Thousand Snakes."

Yang Han nodded. The old man's choice couldn't be said to be wrong; the man had his own principles, and there was nothing he could say.

He was just there to complete a mission, and once he finished, he would go back. He might never come back to this place again.

Just don't bother him.

"Although the Cave of Ten Thousand Snakes is called a cave, the entire area is actually the territory of that snake king, and other ferocious beasts basically dare not approach it."

"Does the village chief know exactly where the snake king is?"

"have no idea."

The old man said somewhat awkwardly, "Actually, we've never seen the snake king of the Ten Thousand Snake Cave. We've only heard from passing martial artists that its strength has reached the Meridian Integration Realm. The most recent rumored appearance of it was near Panhuan Mountain."

"A winding mountain path?"

Yang Han had never heard of this place; it was not mentioned in the mission details.

"If you walk about 20 miles west of the village, you'll see it. It's surrounded by several small hills. There's a kind of herb called 'Hundred-Day Red' that's very effective at treating external injuries. So many people go there to try their luck. Last time, I heard that the snake king appeared there and devoured many people."

The old man added, "Young man, perhaps you should just give up. None of those martial arts masters from Zhenxi are a match for the Snake King..."

He seemed eager to offer advice, but also reluctant to directly say that Yang Han's abilities were probably insufficient.

Yang Han smiled.

"I'll go take a look; if it doesn't work out, then forget it."

The old man sighed, rose, and bowed in gratitude, saying, "Very well, then on behalf of the hundreds of people of Baiyue Village, I thank you for your righteous help, young brother. Whether it succeeds or not, it is a great favor!"

"I was just doing my job, you don't need to be like this."

After saying that, Yang Han also stood up.

"Have some tea before you go."

The old man placed the teacup in front of Yang Han.

Yang Han was filled with doubts. "I didn't say I was going now. Now that this guy said that, I can't very well not go."

"No, time is of the essence. I want to see whether the snake king is more powerful or my throwing darts are superior!"

As he spoke, the dart spun around his fingertips.

The old man glanced at it and praised, "Young man, there aren't many people who specialize in darts these days. Judging from your posture, you must have studied for many years! Are you... just playing around, or what?"

"Ha ha!"

Yang Han chuckled lightly, seemingly quite pleased with himself.

"I've been learning this since I was a kid, and now I've reached an unparalleled level of skill. Do you know why the school assigned me this task?"

"What's wrong?"

"Because dart players need to be agile and fast. If they hide in the shadows and throw a few darts, everyone's happy if they kill the target, and if they don't... they can still escape unscathed!"

Yang Han looked at the old man and said, "You wouldn't understand even if I told you. In short, that snake king probably can't withstand my darts."

"real?"

The old man was very excited.

"Of course it's true! Once I complete this mission and return to school, I can exchange for the legendary Dragon Rhinoceros Marrow, and then..."

"Harmful!"

Yang Han suddenly paused. "Why am I telling you this? How could you possibly know what dragon rhinoceros marrow is?"

The old man had a smile on his face, and seemed even happier.

"It's good that you have confidence, young man. What you're talking about is something that no one in my little village has ever heard of."

"alright!"

Yang Han didn't say much to the old man, strode out, pushed open the door, and then turned back to ask another question.

"The west side, right?"

The old man nodded quickly, "Yes, yes, yes!"

Yang Han had confirmed the direction, but suddenly headed north.

The old man quickly stopped Yang Han, reminding him, "Young man, that's... to the north."

"nonsense!"

Yang Han turned his head, somewhat speechless, and said, "How could I not know? If I go directly to the west, that area is surrounded by small mountains. If I get surrounded by ferocious beasts, wouldn't I be doomed?"

The old man was embarrassed. "Young man, you're wise. I... I didn't expect that at all."

Yang Han glanced at him. "What could you possibly be thinking of, you old geezer, half-buried in the ground?"

"Yes, yes, yes."

The old man bent down and quickly smiled apologetically.

Yang Han ignored him and disappeared into the dense forest in a flash.

Only after Yang Han had completely disappeared from sight did the old man straighten up, his smile vanishing, replaced by a fierce glint in his eyes.

Kim Jong-un walked up from the side.

"Brother, are you confident?"

The old man put his hands behind his back. "What an idiot! A few words and he's already exposed his own weaknesses. Did you even notify them?"

Jin San nodded: "Big brother, no need to inform them. They're starving over there. We used to use Falcon Canyon, but we didn't expect Pan Huan Mountain to come in handy this time."

The old man frowned. "Take the shortcut and quickly notify everyone. It's better to be safe than sorry. After all, they're from Zhenxing Martial Arts University. They might have some hidden tricks up their sleeves. If we delay the adults' affairs, we'll delay our own."

"yes!"

Kim Jong-un quickly sped off westward.

The old man stood there for a long time before turning around and returning to the reception room.

At that moment, Yang Han grinned as he stood by a wall on the south side of the village.