Chapter 35 (2/2)

Nonetheless, if they were going to talk about serious business, they could not just stay at the door.

After entering the smithing workshop, Yan Haobo instantly noticed the different pieces of equipment piled up in a corner. He wondered, ‘Brother Sui really didn’t lie to me, Ou Yangming’s a powerful master.’

The smithing workshop was extremely simple, but they did not bother about it.

Ou Yangming checked out Yan Chengcai’s physique, then proceeded to pick an armor, a military saber, and a pair of arm guards for him. He initially wanted to retrieve a helmet or a pair of greaves too, but he decided not to.

Being an orphan, he knew very well that things that could be acquired easily would not be well-appreciated.

If he wanted Yan Haobo and the others to serve him, the right thing to do was to adopt a long-term plan in return for something big.

“Hehe, Brother Yan, take a look if these pieces of equipment are suitable?” Ou Yangming handed the items to Yan Chengcai.

Yan Chengcai quickly thanked him as he was elated, whereas Yan Haobo had a grave expression on his face.

It did not make sense that Ou Yangming spoke so nicely and even gave two extra pieces of equipment; even Sui Hezhi did not receive that treatment.

When Yan Chengcai put them on and wielded the military saber for a while, it was obvious that he was so satisfied that he did not want to let them go.

Uncle, these are all of Good Grade! Mm, I think they’re slightly above Good Grade?” He was thrilled.

Ou Yangming raised his eyebrows. “Slightly above Good Grade? Hehe, would I have shown them to you if they’re not at the peak of Good Grade?”

Sui Hezhi and the others gasped right away and inhaled deeply. Yan Haobo’s eyes reddened when he looked at the three pieces of equipment.

After exhaling deeply, Yan Haobo looked at Ou Yangming. “Master Ou, let me know if you need anything!”

If one sowed nothing, one reaped nothing. Since Ou Yangming was being so generous, it only made sense that he had something to ask too. Nevertheless, Yan Haobo decided that he would get it done perfectly no matter how hard it would be.

Putting aside the fact that his nephew gained three valuable items, he was already driven knowing that he would be acquainted with Ou Yangming.

Ou Yangming replied straightforwardly, “Squad Leader Yan, I heard that the Guards hunt in the dense forest every ten days.”

Yan Haobo answered, “Yes. If you’d like more quarries, I’ll get them for you.”

Ou Yangming shook his head. “I do have a desire for good food, but I’d like to see how you hunt. I’ll be very grateful if I can tag along when you enter the forest.”

Although he entered the dense forest, he only stayed along the border without going deep in.

This was because he knew how dangerous it was, and he might not be able to withstand it. Besides, he did not have the experience of surviving in a forest, hence it would not be wise for him to go deeper.

Yan Haobo was stunned and was clearly troubled. “Master Ou, the dense forest is a dangerous place. Even when we entered in the past, we were occasionally injured when we encountered strong, ferocious beasts. I’m afraid that the general won’t allow you to join us.”

Ou Yangming rolled his eyes. “Did I ask for the general’s approval? We can just hide it from him!”

Yan Haobo and the other were speechless as they looked at each other.

“Squad Leader Yan, those pieces of equipment are at the peak of Good Grade. If you bring me there once, I’m willing to repay you with three of them. What do you think?” Ou Yangming pointed as he mentioned.

Yan Haobo and the rest were instantly moved. They might reject Ou Yangming if he only offered one, but he offered three at once…

Upon noticing the pa.s.sionate look in Sui Hezhi and his nephew’s eyes, Yan Haobo knew that if other people found out about this, even if he rejected Ou Yangming, the other squad leaders would approach him like hungry wolves.

“Master Ou, since you’re so determined, I’ll bear the responsibility.” Yan Haobo stomped his foot. After pondering for a while, he asked, “I heard that you’ve been practicing martial arts too?”

Ou Yangming nodded. “I learned a bit.”

“Please exchange a few blows with Chengcai, I have to take a look at your foundation,” Yan Haobo mentioned seriously, “You mustn’t misunderstand me because I’m not making things difficult for you on purpose. I have to see how far we can go in the dense forest by judging your skills.”

It was clear that he was stressing on safety first. If Ou Yangming was strong enough, it would be fine for them to go deeper, but if he had a few fancy tricks, it would be best for them to stay in the periphery.

Even though Ou Yangming would definitely be protected in the forest, protecting a weak scholar was very different from protecting a powerful martial artist.

Ou Yangming’s eyes shone. “That’s exactly what I wanted. Please come with me.”

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