Top-class Bodyguard

Chapter 656 635: Entering the Mountains

Ren Feng raised an eyebrow, just as he was about to speak, that person saw Ren Feng's expression and immediately said: "Bro, Miaojiang is really dangerous, you see that middle-aged man wearing a hat over there? Last time he took people into the mountains, eleven people, but two died. Compared to life, what's money, right?

How about this, I see it's not easy for you either, we're all fellow travelers, let's make it cheaper, three thousand!"

Ren Feng looked at the blabbering fat man, with a slight bewilderment on his face.

Seeing Ren Feng's stunned expression, the fat man's face seemed to have a hint of reluctance.

"Bro, don't be like this, really, it's not easy for us to protect you. Traveling to Miaojiang is unlike anywhere else, it's so much more dangerous. How about this, I'll make it even cheaper, two thousand, absolutely can't go any lower, final offer!"

Ren Feng couldn't help but laugh: "Alright, two thousand it is."

"Great."

The two men high-fived each other, looking extremely pleased.

"Come on, pay up."

Ren Feng took out the change he carried and handed it to them.

"Not bad, not bad, you're one of our tour group now, the others are over there, and soon, we can head into the mountains."

Ren Feng walked over to the group, those two men whispered to each other: "Didn't expect to fleece one more fat sheep just before entering the mountains."

"We're only taking him into the mountains, we don't care about anything else. If he didn't bring food, he has to pay up again."

They laughed softly, but all those words fell into Ren Feng's ears.

Ren Feng smirked slightly, he just wanted to follow this tour group to save some effort, nothing more.

The tour group had many others, over twenty people in total, all carrying backpacks, looking very well-prepared.

"Alright, let's go, we're heading into the mountains."

The fat man from before said.

Everyone cheered immediately.

"Great, finally waiting for this moment."

"They all say Miaojiang is dangerous, I don't believe it." Another man chuckled.

Ren Feng quietly followed them out of the hotel, only to see a large bus outside.

"Come on, get on the bus, we're heading into the mountains."

"Hey, why is it a bus, aren't we walking into the mountains?" A traveler complained, "Where's the fun in that?"

"Oh, don't worry, inside the grand mountain range, there's plenty of fun. Don't be fooled by the short distance into the mountains, if you want to walk, it'll take at least a day, and entering the mountains doesn't mean entering Miaojiang. Once you're in the mountains, you can walk at your leisure." The fat man chuckled.

"Fine, but guide, don't screw us over."

"Don't worry, I absolutely won't screw you over."

Ren Feng curiously glanced at the fat man a few more times; this guy was actually the guide?

The people ahead all got on the bus, Ren Feng was about to board too when suddenly, a figure hurried over at great speed.

"Wait, I want to enter the mountains too!"

The voice was clear and loud, Ren Feng turned and saw a somewhat dashing woman there, dressed simply in an outfit akin to training clothes, but not quite. Her hair was in a ponytail, radiating a certain vigor.

This girl's aura was quite unique, akin to those martial arts women of ancient times, with a faint heroine demeanour.

As she was about to get on the bus, the fat man suddenly blocked the door, smiling: "Sorry, getting on the bus costs money."

The girl raised an eyebrow, flipping her ponytail: "How much?"

"Not much, entering the mountains at least costs this." The fat man held up four fingers.

"Four hundred? I don't have that much money." Liang Keqing said, "And you're just giving me a ride, why charge?"

"I meant four thousand." The fat man said, "If you don't have money, don't get on the bus, everyone else on here paid."

"I can protect you all." Liang Keqing spoke.

"No, no, no, I should be the one protecting you." The fat man chuckled, "If you don't have money, find another bus into the mountains, there are still plenty of people in the hotel."

"I'm in a hurry."

"No can do."

"You, you're so stingy." Liang Keqing frowned, her eyes showing a sense of righteous indignation.

"Miss, society is like this now, it's a fair trade when money is exchanged, if you don't have money, don't call others stingy." The fat man said casually.

"Alright, alright, I'll pay for her." Ren Feng said coolly.

Instantly, the fat man's expression changed, flashing a smile at Ren Feng.

Ren Feng handed him another two thousand, the fat man counted: "Bro, this isn't the right amount."

"Don't want it? Give it back then." Ren Feng reached out.

"No." The fat man stepped back, the hand holding the money hiding behind him, chuckling: "It's not much, but it's enough, alright, alright, get on the bus."

Ren Feng and Liang Keqing boarded the bus, sitting at the very back together.

"Hey, thank you just now, I owe you one, I'll repay you if I get the chance." Liang Keqing said sincerely.

Ren Feng laughed, this girl really had a kind of daring and straightforward nature, like those in Jianghu.

"Just a simple favor, besides, I'm not called 'hey', I'm Ren Feng." Ren Feng said with a smile, "Still don't know your name."

"Liang Keqing."

"What a nice name, like an ancient heroine's name."

"My dream is to be a heroine." Liang Keqing smiled beautifully. "My dad gave me this name, not only is he skilled in martial arts, he's also well-learned."

Ren Feng smiled slightly: "If there's a chance, I'd like to get to know your father well."

"Are you here for tourism in Miaojiang?"

"Sort of, but mainly for other matters." Ren Feng smiled vaguely.

Meanwhile, the bus started moving, the people on it had faces filled with excitement and anticipation.

The scenery outside began to sweep past, as the bus headed toward the mountain entry.

Ren Feng also planned to rest a bit, as once in Miaojiang, there was still a long way to go, he needed to conserve his energy.

The bus took over an hour to reach the mountain pass, indicating how far Qingshan really was.

There's a saying "to see a mountain and run a horse to death," which fits Miaojiang perfectly. The mountains here seem close, but without a few hours, it's impossible to get there.

Meanwhile, the travelers on the bus started a conversation.

"I heard Miaojiang is very dangerous."

A girl, though excited, also had a hint of worry on her face.