When Ling Feng woke up the next day, he was still holding Liu Tingyu tightly, her cheeks still flushed charmingly from the night's battles.

Ling Feng watched Liu Tingyu tenderly, gently kissing her forehead before cautiously getting out of bed to start making breakfast.

Fifteen minutes later, the delicious breakfast was ready, but Liu Tingyu had not yet gotten up. As Ling Feng was about to lift the blanket, his expression suddenly hardened, and his gaze sharpened as he stared out the window!

Just now, a powerful aura had locked onto him!

"A master, definitely a master!" Ling Feng licked his lips. Although he did not know who the owner of the aura was, he was certain that this person was definitely an S-level master!

Because only between S-level masters could such a strong resonance be felt!

"Interesting, truly interesting!" Ling Feng's eyes narrowed. "It seems that after yesterday's events, the people from the Dragon Group want to test me! Since that's the case, I might as well oblige!"

In Yanjing, no one but someone from the Dragon Group would dare to release the aura of an S-level master so recklessly!

The aura, although powerful, bore no malice; it was clearly aiming to capture Ling Feng's attention!

Ling Feng thought for a moment, gently closed the door, and walked toward the direction from which the aura had come.

After crossing several streets, Ling Feng stopped in front of a morning tea house. Here, the aura seemed to vanish!

"Sir, please come in!" At that moment, a waiter came over. "The person you're meeting is waiting for you on the second floor!"

Ling Feng nodded and followed the waiter to the second floor.

The tea house was antique in style, filled with the faint scent of tea and pastries.

On the entire second floor, there was only one middle-aged man sitting near the window, staring outside, seemingly lost in thought.

Ling Feng walked straight over. On the table, there were some snacks and two cups of tea, one of which sat opposite the man.

After Ling Feng sat down, he casually took some snacks from the table and began to eat. Though small in quantity, they were exquisitely delicious.

When Ling Feng was almost done eating, the middle-aged man finally sighed slowly, turned his head, and said, "It's been a long time since someone has been so uninhibited before me. Do you like the tea snacks?"

Ling Feng nodded. "Not bad, just too little of it—hardly filling!"

The middle-aged man was startled, then laughed and said, "If I let you eat your fill, this tea house would go bankrupt!"

Ling Feng smiled slightly, "I'm not that big of an eater. By the way, what did you want to see me about? If there's nothing in particular, I need to go back and cook for my wife!"

It might have been an illusion, but when Ling Feng finished speaking, a hint of animosity flashed across the middle-aged man's face, though it quickly vanished.

"Ha, a man of the world should indeed achieve great things. I heard about you from Ziyi's report yesterday, Ling Feng; you have quite the talent. Have you considered joining us?" the middle-aged man asked seriously.

Ling Feng laughed, "Join the Dragon Group? Are you joking? Do you think I'm the type to sacrifice myself for others?"

The middle-aged man's gaze flickered. "Why would you think that?"

"The China Dragon Group!" Ling Feng stretched lazily. "One of the five major powers of the Underworld. Even the Divine Gate in its prime wouldn't dare to offend them lightly. In many people's eyes, joining the Dragon Group is an incredible opportunity to rise!"

Ling Feng stated calmly, making it clear he also came from the underworld. After yesterday's events, trying to conceal it would be impossible, unless he had killed Mu Ziyi on the spot!

However, Ling Feng had his own ideas. Since his identity had already attracted the attention of the Dragon Group, why not be open about it? It might reduce the upper echelons' suspicions. After all, Ling Feng had no intention of causing trouble in Huaxia; he just wanted to lead a simple life.

"Since you know, why are you unwilling to join?" The middle-aged man asked curiously.

Ling Feng glanced at the middle-aged man. "If I really wanted a life of fighting and killing, why would I need to return to my country? Wouldn't it be more comfortable abroad? But I am well aware that a future in the underworld is unlikely to end well, and I am tired of that life, so you understand."

The middle-aged man was silent, then after a moment said, "I understand what you mean, and I know your stance—you want a simple life. But don't forget, the trees may prefer calm but the wind will not cease; sometimes things are not as easy as you imagine!"

Ling Feng smiled slightly. "Maybe, but I believe that if the trunk is thick enough, even a hurricane can't easily break it. Moreover, my goal is very simple; I don't think it's too hard to achieve!"

"The request is indeed simple, but do you really think we from the Dragon Group can allow an S-level master to exist freely?" The middle-aged man suddenly released a strong pressure, rushing towards Ling Feng.

Ling Feng remained unmoved, seemingly indifferent to the middle-aged man's aura: "Even if you don't allow it, I think there are many S-level masters hidden throughout Huaxia. Are they all members of the Dragon Group?"

A scornful smile appeared on Ling Feng's lips. "Moreover, when I, Ling Feng, do things, I follow only my own heart. What does your confidence or lack thereof have to do with me?"

Surprise flickered in the middle-aged man's eyes. Although he had heard about Ling Feng's strength from Mu Ziyi, he still harbored some doubts—an S-level master under thirty, was that even possible?

But now, the aura he emitted contained a trace of the force of the aura field, impossible for anyone but an S-level master to so easily fend off!

"Truly a heroic youth!" The middle-aged man laughed heartily. "Right, I personally trust your goodwill and resolve! However, I also hope you remember, this is Huaxia, this is Yanjing! Sometimes, the ways of the underworld don't fly here!"

Speaking, the middle-aged man took out a business card and placed it on the table: "This is my card. If anyone dares to trouble you, you can call this number. We will handle them for you. But likewise, we hope you won't cause any disturbances, understand?"

Ling Feng slightly furrowed his brows, understanding the middle-aged man's words quite clearly.

That is, I provide protection for you, but you must retract your claws and fangs!

Ling Feng pocketed the business card, smiling as he said, "Don't worry, someone likes cleaning up messes, so I naturally accept! But… if I really encounter those who seek death, don't blame me for being inhospitable!"

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