Gods: Starting with the Goblins

Luo Dan shook his head. He really didn't care about those red tapes and false etiquette. He smiled faintly, and his eyes revealed a kind of worldly carefreeness, as if these worldly troubles had nothing to do with him. Then, he took a step and slowly came to the furnace. His eyes were instantly attracted by the sword lying quietly beside the furnace.

He squatted down and looked at the sword carefully. The sword body exuded a faint light, as if it contained infinite power. There were fine lines engraved on the blade, and each line seemed to tell of its past glory and vicissitudes. The more Luo Dan looked at it, the more surprised he felt, and he couldn't help but admire it in his heart.

"What a good sword!" Luo Dan couldn't help but sigh, "The sword is tough and sharp, yet it exudes a calm and restrained aura. If you want to reforge this sword, you really need a good material like dragon blood. Master Lei, it seems that you have really put a lot of effort into your eldest son and this sword."

After hearing what Luo Dan said, Father Lei looked a little embarrassed and sighed. A trace of helplessness and bitterness flashed in his eyes, as if all his words turned into this sigh. He slowly said, "Alas, I had no choice. This sword is too important to the Lei family. It is not only a family heirloom, but also a symbol of our Lei family's honor and status. Moreover, my eldest son is also one of the pillars of the entire Lei family, and the sword in his hand is the source of his fighting power. Now that he and his sword are both damaged, it is a huge blow to our entire Lei family."

At this point, a trace of pain flashed in Father Lei's eyes. He paused and continued, "That's why we must bid for the dragon blood. Dragon blood is an indispensable material for forging artifacts. Only by using it to reforge this sword can the sword be restored to its former glory. I didn't expect that thing to be bought by Luo Xiaoyou by accident. This is indeed something our Lei family did not expect. Luo Xiaoyou, I hope you can give up and give the dragon blood to our Lei family. The Lei family will definitely not treat you unfairly. No matter what you ask for, we will try our best to meet it."

Luo Dan was silent for a while after hearing this. He looked at the sword beside the furnace with deep eyes, weighing the pros and cons in his mind. He knew what the dragon blood meant to the Lei family, and he also knew the importance of this sword to the Lei family. However, the dragon blood also had an indescribable value to him. How should he choose?

At this moment, the flame in the furnace suddenly jumped, as if it was also anxious about Luo Dan's decision. Luo Dan took a deep breath and slowly said, "Master Lei, I understand your feelings for this sword, and I also understand the importance of dragon blood to the Lei family. However, dragon blood also has extraordinary significance to me. It's not that I don't want to help, but I need time to think about it."

After hearing what Luo Dan said, Father Lei's eyes flashed with hope. He nodded quickly and said, "Okay, okay. Luo Xiaoyou, take your time to think about it. No matter what your decision is, we will respect your choice. However, we hope that you can give us an answer as soon as possible, because we really don't have much time."

Luo Dan nodded to show his understanding. He turned and left the furnace, thinking secretly in his heart. He knew that this decision was not easy to make, because no matter which side he chose, someone would be hurt. However, he believed that there would always be a best solution that would allow the Lei family to obtain the dragon blood and allow him to protect his own interests.

Father Lei said this, and even took the initiative to bow to Luo Dan, with a tone of pleading and expectation, and his eyes full of sincerity. His action startled everyone present, and the atmosphere instantly became subtle.

Seeing this, the other members of the Lei family felt unhappy and a little aggrieved. They looked at each other, their eyes flashing with confusion and anger. When had the Lei family ever bowed their heads to others like this? Especially to an outsider.

"Patriarch..." An elderly member of the Lei family couldn't help but speak, his voice trembling and unwilling, "After all, he is still our patriarch. How can he bow to an outsider so easily?"

Lei Sanshao bit his back teeth, his heart full of dissatisfaction and anger. He was the most unhappy among them, and he looked at Luo Dan with eyes that seemed to be spitting fire.

"Dad, who does he think he is? Why do you have to bow down to an outsider like that?" Lei Sanshao could not help but roar, "We brought him to our Lei family and let him know about our treasure. Dad, if this man doesn't obey, we can just take the dragon blood from him. I don't believe that our Lei family, with all its wealth and power, can't compare to such a nobody."

As he said this, Young Master Lei glared at Luo Dan fiercely, as if he wanted to eat him alive.

"Humph, and this guy insisted on coming to our Lei family to take a look. Could he be a spy sent from somewhere?" Lei Sanshao continued sarcastically, "Dad, you must not trust him so easily! Who knows what he is up to?"

After hearing those words, Father Lei's face turned very ugly. His brows were furrowed, and a trace of anger flashed in his eyes. He turned his head and glared at Young Master Lei fiercely, and said in a low and powerful voice:

"Shut up! When did I teach you these bad habits? Who allowed you to speak now? Who allowed you to say these words? Do you know how much trouble these words of yours will bring to our Lei family? Do you know that our Lei family is now at the cusp of the storm, and if we are not careful, we may be doomed?"

Lei San Shao was frightened by his father's roar. He lowered his head and dared not look into his father's eyes. But he was still unwilling in his heart. Why should he bow to an outsider? Why should he endure this kind of humiliation?

"Dad..." Young Master Lei muttered softly, but his voice was drowned out by his father's roar.

Father Lei took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. He turned his head and looked at Luo Dan again, his eyes returning to their previous sincerity and expectation.

"My dear Luo, please don't mind what my third son said. He is young and hot-tempered and doesn't know much. Our Lei family has always been a reasonable place and would never do such a thing as robbing others of their property. I just hope that you can consider my request carefully. Our Lei family really needs the dragon's blood to reforge this sword. As long as you are willing to help, our Lei family will definitely remember your great kindness."

Unexpectedly, he was yelled at by his father. Lei San Shao was so angry. He widened his eyes, his face full of disbelief, as if he had been greatly wronged. He opened his mouth and wanted to argue a few more words, but found that his father did not give him a chance to speak.

"Dad, how could you do this to me? I'm your son!" Lei Sanshao was a little unwilling and angry, his voice trembling slightly. He really couldn't understand why he made his father so angry when he just said a few truths.

Unfortunately, no matter how much he yelled, Father Lei ignored him. Father Lei's face was terribly gloomy, and his eyes revealed an unquestionable firmness. He stared at Young Master Lei closely, as if warning him with his eyes not to act rashly again.

"If you continue to be so ignorant, then get out!" Father Lei's voice was deep and powerful, with irresistible majesty. His words were like a thunder, exploding in the ears of Young Master Lei, making him sober up instantly.

Lei Sanshao was frightened by his father's words. He looked at his father's stern eyes, and then looked at the strange eyes of others around him, and finally realized his loss of composure. He gritted his teeth, suppressed the anger and unwillingness in his heart, lowered his head and said nothing more.

With this threat, Lei San Shao finally calmed down a bit. He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. He knew that if he continued to make trouble now, it would only make him more embarrassed.

Father Lei saw that Third Young Master Lei had finally calmed down, then he slowly turned his head and looked at Luo Dan. His eyes were full of apology and sincerity, as if he was apologizing to Luo Dan for what had just happened.

"I'm really sorry, Mr. Luo, but in the end it's my fault for not teaching my son well. Alas, I am really ashamed." Father Lei sighed, his tone full of helplessness and self-blame. He knew the temper of his third son, and he also knew that what he said just now must have made Luo Dan feel uncomfortable.

Luo Dan glanced at the obviously unconvinced Lei San Shao, and quickly looked away. His face was calm, as if he was not affected by Lei San Shao's words. He shook his head gently, indicating that Father Lei didn't need to do this.

"It's okay. I don't need to bother with a brat." Luo Dan said calmly. His voice was calm and firm, revealing a kind of worldly carefreeness. "Master Lei is really worrying too much. I know what I should do. I will not change my decision because of what others say, nor will I let others' attitudes affect my mood."

After listening to Luo Dan's words, Father Lei couldn't help but secretly admire him. He could see that Luo Dan was a man of his own ideas and courage, and he would not easily change his decision because of external factors. Such qualities were exactly what they needed. He believed that as long as Luo Dan was given enough time and space, he would definitely make the right choice.

Father Lei smiled, the smile slightly raised at the corner of his mouth, but it didn't seem to reach his eyes, which still hid a bit of depth and calculation. He adjusted his sitting posture to make himself look more easygoing, but his sharp eyes were always fixed on Luo Dan, in addition to being polite, there was more of a test and speculation.

"My dear Luo, now that you have seen this sword, I wonder if you have any advice for me?" Father Lei's voice was gentle and polite, but every word seemed to be carefully crafted with an unknown purpose.

Hearing this, Luo Dan glanced at the sword several times, with a barely perceptible light flashing in his eyes. He gently stroked his chin, as if thinking about something, and after a moment, he slowly opened his mouth and gave a good positive comment.

"Well, at least you didn't lie to me. This sword is indeed extraordinary as you said, and this matter is also true." There was a hint of affirmation in Luodan's words, which made Lei's father happy.

When Father Lei heard this, he breathed a sigh of relief unconsciously, which even surprised himself. He didn't know why, in front of such a kid, just hearing that he gave him a little face, he actually breathed a sigh of relief, as if he had received some kind of recognition.

After realizing what was happening, Father Lei felt a little embarrassed, feeling a little bit embarrassed in front of the younger generation. He coughed lightly, trying to cover up his gaffe, but the barely perceptible embarrassment in his eyes betrayed him.

After a moment of silence, Father Lei spoke again, with a barely perceptible urgency in his voice: "My dear Luo, since you have confirmed the authenticity of this sword, I wonder... what do you think about the dragon blood?"

There was a hint of temptation in his words. Obviously, he couldn't wait to hear the news about dragon blood from Luodan.

Hearing this, Luo Dan raised his eyebrows slightly, and a hint of amusement flashed in his eyes. He seemed to see through Lei's father's thoughts, but did not point it out directly. Instead, he smiled faintly and said, "Master Lei, I have heard about the dragon blood. However, this dragon blood is not an ordinary thing, and its value is immeasurable. If I want to make a move, I must think carefully."

When Father Lei heard this, his heart tightened. He understood that Luo Dan was negotiating terms with him, and he had to show enough sincerity and bargaining chips to convince Luo Dan to give the dragon blood to their Lei family.

He took a deep breath, trying to keep himself calm, and then slowly said: "Little friend Luo, don't worry, as long as you are willing to give the dragon blood to our Lei family, we will definitely give you enough compensation. Whether it is gold, silver, treasures, or cultivation resources, as long as you ask, our Lei family will do our best to satisfy you."

Luo Dan heard this and a playful smile appeared on his lips. He did not answer immediately, but looked at Lei's father quietly, as if thinking about something. Lei's father waited nervously for his response, his heart full of expectation and anxiety.

At this moment, a loud voice suddenly came from outside, like a huge bell, shaking the entire Lei family hall slightly.

"Hahaha, I didn't expect to have guests visiting. The Lei family hasn't seen new guests for a long time. Why don't you talk to me, the old man?" As the voice fell, a figure slowly walked into the hall. It was an old man with white hair and beard and vigorous spirit. He was wearing a simple gray robe, walking steadily, and his eyes revealed an aura of majesty without anger.

Almost as soon as the man appeared, everyone, including Lei's father, seemed to be suppressed by an invisible force. Except for Luodan, they all knelt on the ground and saluted to the man. Their voices were uniform and full of awe.

"Meet the ancestor."

Luo Dan stood there, staring at the old man who suddenly appeared, and couldn't help but mutter in his heart. Ancestor? Could this be the ancestor of the Lei family? He looked the old man up and down, and found that he couldn't see through this man's cultivation. (End of this chapter)