BTTH : From Humble Beginnings to Dou Di

"Wait! Wait! I didn't get anything from that cave! The cliff is too steep—I couldn't get in!"

Hearing that Lin Feng was about to take action against her face, Xiao Yixian's previous composure instantly vanished. She hurriedly spilled all the information.

"Heh, I hope you're not lying to me. Otherwise…"

"I swear! Also, can you pull me up first? I can't hold on much longer!"

As soon as Xiao Yixian finished speaking, her body involuntarily slid down a bit.

Hearing this, Lin Feng saw her small hands turning pale from exertion. Without hesitation, he grabbed her wrist.

Applying a bit of force, he easily lifted her from the cliff.

Her delicate figure drew a graceful arc through the air before landing lightly atop the mountain peak.

Just as Xiao Yixian landed, before Lin Feng could say a word, a paper packet mysteriously appeared in her hand.

With a sudden flick, a burst of white powder was flung toward Lin Feng.

However, given Xiao Yixian's mere Ninth Stage Dou Zhi Qi speed, how could she possibly escape Lin Feng's powerful soul perception?

Before the medicinal powder could reach him, Lin Feng bent his knees slightly and leaped backward.

In an instant, he landed several meters away, perfectly dodging her attack.

Seeing this, Xiao Yixian cursed inwardly. Realizing her plan had failed, she turned around and dashed toward the camp.

She was convinced that as long as she reached the camp, Lin Feng wouldn't dare lay a hand on her, given her influence among the mercenaries in Qingshan Town.

However, with her pitiful running speed—coupled with the fact that she hadn't trained in any Dou Techniques—how could she possibly outrun Lin Feng?

She barely made it ten steps before Lin Feng easily grabbed the back of her collar.

He also twisted her arms behind her back.

Looking at Xiao Yixian's face filled with despair, Lin Feng chuckled. "A low-grade herb like Sleeping Grass is useless against me."

"I didn't expect a bastard like you to understand pharmacology."

Seeing Lin Feng's smug expression, Xiao Yixian gritted her silver teeth and snapped irritably.

"I know a little more than you—"

Before Lin Feng could finish speaking, Xiao Yixian suddenly lifted her foot and aimed a fierce kick at his crotch.

"Shit!"

Lin Feng was startled by her sudden move—this time, he was genuinely scared.

If that kick landed, he'd be doomed.

Angered, he sneered and swiftly countered with his right foot, colliding heavily with Xiao Yixian's kick.

Instantly, pain spread across Xiao Yixian's delicate face.

Having gained the upper hand, Lin Feng didn't stop. His left leg wrapped around hers like a ribbon, causing both of them to fall diagonally.

And Lin Feng—just so happened to land on top of Xiao Yixian.

The soft sensation beneath him made Lin Feng's heart tremble slightly.

Looking at Xiao Yixian's flushed and embarrassed face, he smirked and teasingly wriggled his body.

Instantly, their bodies fit together even more closely.

"Let go of me!"

Feeling the masculine presence pressing down on her, Xiao Yixian felt dizzy. She bit her lip in anger and threatened, "Otherwise, I'll scream! If someone sees you doing this to me, you won't leave the Magical Beast Mountain Range alive!"

Lin Feng ignored her threats, the corners of his lips curving mischievously.

Lowering his head, he brushed his lips against her delicate earlobe and whispered, "I heard that the Magical Beast Mountain Range has a type of beast called the Mating Ape. This beast has quite an interest in human women."

"If you attack me again, do you believe I can throw you into their nest before those mercenaries catch me?"

"You bastard!"

Xiao Yixian's face turned pale upon hearing this—clearly, she was truly frightened.

Having lived in Qingshan Town for so long, she had naturally heard of this infamously vile magical beast.

"Fine! Let me go! I promise I won't attack you again, and I'll tell you everything about the cave!"

Under Lin Feng's intimidation, Xiao Yixian finally gave in, sighing in resignation.

Smiling slightly, Lin Feng pushed himself up and pulled her to her feet.

However, to be safe, he still held her wrist tightly, ignoring her embarrassed and angry expression.

Together, they walked toward the cliff, both gazing at the steep rock face.

After a moment, Xiao Yixian pursed her red lips and reluctantly said, "I discovered it by accident while gathering herbs half a month ago. Behind a strange tree, there's a well-hidden cave."

"The cave seems to have been left behind by a powerful predecessor. But I never entered, so I don't know what's inside. From the traces outside, though, the person who left it behind must have been quite strong."

"The cave also doesn't show any signs of being disturbed by others."

Lin Feng already knew all this. What he cared about was whether anyone had gotten there before him.

"No. The dead branches and rocks on the platform outside the cave remain untouched."

Hearing this, Lin Feng finally relaxed and said, "In that case, since you've already tied the rope, let's go explore together."

Xiao Yixian was taken aback. She glanced at Lin Feng, surprised that he was willing to share the opportunity with her. Her impression of him subtly improved.

However, she quickly shook her head and hesitated. "Not now. I've been gone for too long. If I don't return soon, Mu Li will get suspicious. Our herb-gathering team will be staying in the Magical Beast Mountain Range overnight. Let's go tonight instead."

"Alright."

Lin Feng thought for a moment and agreed.

"It's settled, then."

Xiao Yixian nodded slightly and turned to leave through the dense forest without saying another word.

Watching her graceful figure gradually disappear into the darkness, Lin Feng turned back to look at the faintly visible cave.

Rubbing his hands together excitedly, he thought, Treasure hunting—what man wouldn't be interested in that?

If not for the current circumstances, he would have gone down already.

With a light chuckle, he, too, turned and walked into the forest.

…

By the time the two returned to the camp, the mercenaries resting there had already been waiting for some time.

"Xiao Yixian, if you had stayed any longer, I would have sent people to look for you."

As soon as Xiao Yixian emerged from the forest, a figure hurried toward her.

However, when he saw Lin Feng following behind her—and their slightly disheveled clothing from the earlier scuffle—his steps faltered slightly.

At that moment, he felt as if something green had suddenly appeared above his head.

Everyone in Qingshan Town knew that Xiao Yixian was his designated future wife. Yet now, someone dared to touch her?

A flicker of killing intent flashed in his eyes but disappeared just as quickly. With a smile, he asked, "And who might this young brother be?"

"He's Lin Feng, the captain of the outer exploration team. We just happened to run into each other," Xiao Yixian replied nonchalantly.

Then, in a softer voice, she added, "Young Master Mu Li, let's go. We're almost at our destination."

"Heh, alright."

The young man, Mu Li, smiled as he stepped aside, allowing Xiao Yixian to pass.

However, just as Lin Feng walked past him, Mu Li suddenly extended an arm to block his way.