Chapter 425: Visit Again
"So, you're saying that since that time, no one has really been able to enter the deep mountains, right?"
"It's like anyone who goes in doesn't come out alive. Gradually, the people here started to develop a fear of these mountains, so no one attempts to enter them anymore."
"What about the prey, during normal times, don't they ever come out of the Xi Lian Mountain? Living at the foot of the mountain in this small town, isn't it just as dangerous?"
"That's the thing, I find it odd too. Moreover, for many years, they've been coexisting peacefully with the creatures in those deep mountains. If they don't disturb them by going into the mountains, those creatures certainly won't take a single step out."
"What about the hunter?"
"He is still at home, what about him, Big Brother?"
"I want to see him."
"What? You want to see him? He already told us everything we needed to know. Besides, anything you want to ask, you can ask me directly. I think there's no need for Big Brother to see him again."
"I mentioned before that it's best to find a local guide, and only with someone like that can we really familiarize ourselves with the environment here."
"That's impossible. They're filled with fear of those mountains, I could even see him trembling when I mentioned Xi Lian Mountain."
"Heh, that's because you didn't mention money to him. I believe that with a hefty reward, there will be brave men."
"You mean, you want to offer him enough money to join us in entering the mountain?"
"Exactly. The key point is that he was a hunter, which proves he has a hunting rifle. It's something readily available, and furthermore, those are things we can't use ourselves."
"If you're talking about that, I did indeed notice, because there indeed was a rusty hunting rifle hanging on the wall of his house."
"Right, that's what we're looking for. Without him, using the hunting rifle on our own is outright illegal."
"Alright, then let's go now."
"Let's go, we'll head over right now."
Having said this, the two men got ready to leave, but as they reached the door, Lin Yi suddenly turned to look at Ling'er, who was following behind him.
"Ling'er, you don't need to come with us, the two of us are enough."
"Okay, then I won't go."
"Additionally, you can't just idle around here either. You must get familiar with the various medicinal herbs in these mountains, because once we enter, identifying and collecting the herbs will be up to you, and we will be responsible for your safety."
"Alright, no problem, I'll do it."
"Good, then get busy. We should return soon, I estimate. That's all for now."
After giving instructions to Ling'er, Lin Yi left with Hei Lang.
When they arrived at the hunter's home, he observed that the man's living conditions were not as affluent as they had imagined. Continue reading on My Virtual Library Empire
After all, he used to make a living by hunting, so now that he couldn't go into the mountains for game, life must be difficult.
Once they reached the courtyard gate, he gently knocked on the door and heard a woman's voice from inside.
"Oh, hello, is Big Brother Lin in?"
While speaking, a woman had already opened the door from the inside.
They had come prepared, bringing many large and small gifts.
These people were naturally hospitable, and considering that the guests had come from afar and brought so many gifts, they were naturally not going to turn them away.
"Oh, you, I remember now, didn't you come by a couple of days ago? And who is this?"
"Oh, Sister-in-law, this is my Big Brother. He just arrived today and wanted to pay a visit and learn about the situation in detail."
"Oh, okay, that's fine, then please come in. Husband, husband!"
While speaking, the woman warmly welcomed them inside.
The yard did look a bit dilapidated, and at this time, a child was playing with mud inside.
"Who is it?"
"Oh, it's like this, the gentleman who visited you last time has come again."
"Oh, fine, then come in."
He sounded polite and did not say much else.
The two men entered the room.
After entering, Lin Yi glanced around and could see that the household was not doing too well.
"Why have you come again? Didn't we already talk about everything last time?"
"It's like this; this is my Big Brother. He just arrived here today, and there are some things he's not very clear on, so he wanted to come and ask."
"Ask? There's nothing to ask about. I haven't been near Xi Lian Mountain for over ten years, and I don't have a clue about what's happening inside now."
"There's no need to be so tense; I just wanted to chat with you."
As they spoke, Lin Yi sat down directly across from him.
"Speak, what else do you want to know? I'll tell you anything I know, but I'm sorry, if I don't know, I can't answer your question."
"I don't want to ask anything right now. I want you to come with me tomorrow."
"Come with you where?"
"Naturally, we're going into the mountains."
"Impossible. Xi Lian Mountain is a place where people go to die. How could I possibly join you in going into the mountain?"
"Last time, people died because you didn't have enough help or proper equipment. Now with these advanced equipments, rest assured, our safety can be guaranteed."
"I still won't go. Moreover, I already have a fear of that place. What do you mean by this?"
He hadn't finished speaking when he saw Lin Yi take out 10,000 yuan from his bag and place it on the table.
"This is a 10,000 yuan deposit. Once we safely return from the mountains, rest assured, I will give you the remaining 40,000 yuan. I just need you to accompany us into the mountain, and the 50,000 yuan is yours."
"You, you're giving me, giving me 50,000?"
As he spoke, he stared in surprise, then stood up from his seat.