The Magnificent Son-in-law

"What are you two planning to do? Really going to follow through with that self-sacrifice treatment?"

Xiao Feng brought the topic back to the present, addressing Lin Zhiyan and Lin Jiaxuan.

"I'm willing to give it a try." Lin Jiaxuan nodded in response, "I'll leave it up to you then."

"What do you mean by that?" Xiao Feng felt a bit confused.

Lin Jiaxuan snorted, "You've always wished I'd have a hard time, right? Well, here's your chance. Help me break my arms and legs."

"..." Xiao Feng was momentarily speechless, it was indeed the first time he'd heard someone make such a request.

"I'm not a sadist, why don't you ask someone else." Xiao Feng flatly refused.

"There's no one else suitable besides you." Lin Jiaxuan shrugged, "My sister and Shihan can't bring themselves to do it."

"So I'm the one who can?" Xiao Feng was displeased, "I'm telling you honestly, with your petite figure, I really can't bring myself to hit you."

Lin Jiaxuan frowned tightly. Xiao Feng wasn't a sadist, but she wasn't a masochist either. It was okay to be rough with enemies, but doing it to herself... better not.

"Here's an idea, when you encounter an opponent with a tough fighting style, let them beat you up. Then we'll see how effective it is." Xiao Feng suggested.

"And what if I don't encounter any for a long time?" Lin Jiaxuan asked.

At first listen, you might think she was eager to get beaten up, but everyone present knew better. They heard the underlying sadness.

Would a normal person be so eager to be hit?

She's really just left with no choice.

Xiao Feng pondered slightly and replied, "Then you'll have to handle it yourself. Find a high place, close your eyes, grit your teeth, and just jump down. Just make sure not to land head first."

Everyone was speechless, but thinking about it, it seemed like the only way. You can't start seeking enemies everywhere just to get beaten, right?

At this moment, Su Yuzhuo spoke earnestly, "Thank you all for your help. I know saying thank you might seem insignificant, so I'll promise to help anyone in need in the future!"

Her words were very sincere, giving off a genuine heartfelt vibe.

Although most were willing to take the risk because of Xiao Feng, hearing these words brought some comfort.

"How are you planning to find that underground lair, relying on Jiu Ye from Yuechen Inn?" Lin Zhiyan mused.

"Smart!" Xiao Feng looked at her approvingly, "Since we have someone on hand, might as well use him."

"But Jiu Ye has retired, as Sun Shijie mentioned, many people have offered high prices for his help, but he refused. Can we actually get him to help?" Lu Yao asked worriedly.

Xiao Feng, full of confidence, laughed, "Don't worry, I have my ways. Just wait and see."

After some simple planning, everyone decided to rest.

Three stone chambers, the girls all shared one, while Zhao Guo'an occupied a single room because he needed to develop the "Strong Mint Candy."

Fujiwara Keiaki stated he would stand guard outside for his lady, allowing Xiao Feng to enjoy a single room.

...

Early the next morning, the group set out for the town. After all, staying on the mountain was inconvenient for many things, and some medicinal herbs needed to be purchased from the pharmacy.

Sun Shijie naturally moved with them since the treatment plan needed adjustments based on the patient's condition, and remote treatment wasn't feasible.

The group rented a courtyard similar to a quadrangle dwelling; although it wasn't tourist season, the price wasn't exactly cheap, but no one lacked money, so the rent was negligible.

"Old Zhao, be careful this time, don't let anyone hit you again."

Looking at the pharmacy not far away, Xiao Feng "friendly" reminded him.

Zhao Guo'an's face turned dark, "I shouldn't have told you about that."

"Fine, let's not talk about that, how about we discuss performance art?" Xiao Feng said, barely containing his laughter.

"Boring!" Leaving a curt remark, Zhao Guo'an headed to the pharmacy.

And at that moment, the sound of drums and gongs came from the road ahead.

"Boom boom boom, clang clang clang..."

Before long, a large group of people gathered in a circle; there's never a shortage of onlookers.

Xiao Feng, thinking he had nothing better to do, decided to walk to the intersection.

"Ladies and gentlemen, if you have money, show some monetary support; if not, just lend us your presence. We're newcomers here; all we're asking is for you to see our hard work!"

The booming voice could be heard from afar, followed by enthusiastic claps.

Xiao Feng felt the tone was familiar, like some live streamers these days just using a different spiel.

But as Xiao Feng was approaching the crowd, suddenly a fragrance wafted towards him from the side.

The scent came from a girl wearing a cream-colored down jacket paired with tight jeans, perfectly showcasing her curvy figure. Her features were delicate, resembling popular female influencers from short videos.

After the girl rushed to Xiao Feng's side, she directly hugged his arm, "I've finally found you!"

Xiao Feng's brow furrowed. Did he have such a generic face?

Or was she just face-blind, often mistaking others?

He was about to speak when he noticed the girl was very anxious, tears welling up in her eyes as she appeared terrified, looking at him as if seeking help.

Xiao Feng swallowed his words, subtly scanning behind the girl, noticing two men hesitantly looking their way as though unsure whether to approach.

"Are those two people chasing you?" Xiao Feng asked.

The girl nodded vigorously, "I don't know them at all. Please help me; I'll agree to any conditions."

Xiao Feng found it odd. In broad daylight, someone dared to boldly attempt a kidnapping?

If it were a child, maybe, but this girl was of adult age, how audacious would one be to try this?

"Do you need me to call the police for you?"

"No!" The girl immediately replied, "Pretend to be my boyfriend, come with me to the hotel to retrieve my luggage, and I'll give you ten thousand yuan as thanks once I get my luggage back."

After hearing this, Xiao Feng looked skeptical; it sounded almost like a scam, didn't it?

But looking at the girl's eyes, she didn't seem to be lying, so he nodded, "Let's go then."

"Thank you! Thank you!" The girl, overwhelmed with emotion, once again burst into tears and leaned into Xiao Feng's embrace, sobbing.

Xiao Feng felt awkwardly at a loss for where to place his hands, but since he was pretending to be her boyfriend, he wrapped an arm around her waist. Even through the down jacket, he could feel how slim her waist truly was.

This was purely helping, not taking advantage... at least that's what Xiao Feng believed.