Time Travel: The Survival of Li Zhi

Chapter 304 Purpose

"Mr. Bao, this is Li Zhi."

Hong Fan slightly turned sideways, raised his hand in the direction of Li Zhi, and respectfully introduced him to Master Bao.

Li Zhi understood what he meant, took a step forward, stood tall, clasped his hands together, and saluted, "Li Zhi greets Master Bao!"

Master Bao narrowed his eyes slightly, and with a bit of curiosity and inquiry, he came closer and looked Li Zhi up and down carefully.

Then, Master Bao raised the corners of his mouth and said with a smile: "When I glanced at you that day, I thought you were an old man, but I didn't expect that you don't look much older than me."

There was a hint of teasing and joking in his voice, which eased the originally slightly tense atmosphere a little.

Li Zhi's mouth twitched slightly, revealing a slightly bitter smile, and said: "I have damaged my foundation while practicing martial arts."

Master Bao nodded when he heard this. Although he did not practice martial arts or cultivate his skills, he had seen and come into contact with many of these people, so he naturally understood the seriousness of this kind of foundation damage.

So Master Bao turned to a maid and said, "I remember there is an 800-year-old ginseng in the storeroom? You can take it out first and let Master Li take it back later."

Li Zhi was startled and shocked.

An eight hundred year old ginseng is not an ordinary thing; it is a rare treasure in the world.

Ginseng of this age is almost a spirit, and is only one step away from the legendary thousand-year-old ginseng king. The medicinal power and value it contains are simply inestimable.

Li Zhi came back to his senses and quickly declined: "This gift is too expensive, Li Zhi dare not accept it..."

Master Bao waved his hand nonchalantly, interrupting Li Zhi's words. He smiled and said, "Don't be polite. I can't take back what I have given out."

Although Mr. Bao's tone was calm, it revealed an authority that could not be refuted.

Li Zhi frowned and thought to himself, Mr. Bao must be so generous, there must be a reason for that, he must have some ulterior motive.

However, looking at the current situation, since Master Bao has already said this, if Li Zhi refuses again, he will completely offend Master Bao.

Li Zhi came to the appointment specifically because he didn't want to offend Master Bao. If he made Master Bao unhappy because of this, then Li Zhi would lose more than he gained.

So, Li Zhi sighed inwardly, lowered his head, and said, "No reward without merit, Master Bao, if you need my help, just let me know!"

Li Zhi's words were sincere and direct, and Mr. Bao admired his frank attitude.

A hint of admiration flashed in Master Bao's eyes. This was why he liked dealing with smart people. He didn't need to say anything, and the other party could understand what he meant. This tacit understanding made him quite satisfied.

However, Master Bao did not tell Li Zhi directly. Instead, he changed the subject and asked Li Zhi, "I heard that you met King Zhou yesterday?"

Li Zhi was stunned for a moment. He didn't know why Master Bao suddenly asked this question, but he quickly reacted and replied, "Yes, I just happened to meet King Zhou and the Little Heavenly Master."

Master Bao laughed, and there seemed to be some other meaning hidden in his laughter. He said, "I heard that you rejected their face?"

Li Zhi frowned again, his eyes flickered, and he secretly wondered: Could it be that Mr. Bao wanted to save face for King Zhou and the others? But if so, why did he give me ginseng just now?

Li Zhi's heart suddenly jumped, as if he suddenly thought of a possibility, that is, this Master Bao and King Zhou were not on good terms!

Li Zhi had a lot of thoughts in his mind, but his face did not show it at all. He remained calm and composed. He said, "Li Zhi is just a Night Tour Division Earthly Branch. How dare I refuse the King of Zhou? I just politely rejected the little Heavenly Master."

His answer was clever and appropriate. He neither admitted to offending the King of Zhou, nor did he explain the situation at the time to avoid bringing unnecessary trouble upon himself.

Master Bao glanced at Li Zhi with a half-smile. After Li Zhi said this, even if their conversation was spread in the future, no one would easily blame him.

This way of responding showed Li Zhi's prudence and intelligence, and also made Master Bao look at him with a different eye.

Facing Mr. Bao's meaningful smile, Li Zhi looked calm and expressionless, like a deep lake without ripples.

Master Bao chuckled and said, "Li Zhi, did you participate in the Night Tournament?"

Li Zhi was a little surprised at Mr. Bao's change of subject, but he nodded quickly and replied, "Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Master Bao narrowed his eyes slightly and said slowly: "Then you better be careful. I heard that King Zhou has sent some good fighters to teach you a lesson."

Li Zhi's eyes flashed. He didn't expect that these high-ranking and powerful people were so narrow-minded. They targeted him just because he declined the young Taoist's offer of friendship.

However, Li Zhi was not afraid. He slowly raised his head, with a gleam of burning fighting spirit in his eyes. He said in a deep voice: "Once we are on the stage, we must rely on our strength! Li Zhi is not talented, but he is confident that he has some strength!"

"Okay! If you are so confident, then I feel relieved!"

Master Bao looked excited and slapped his thigh heavily in excitement.

However, he still slapped the leg of the maid beside him. The maid frowned in pain but did not dare to complain at all.

Li Zhi frowned and looked at Master Bao, but he didn't understand why Master Bao was so excited.

Master Bao just smiled, and he didn't hide anything, saying directly: "I don't get along with King Zhou, and since he arranged for someone to go to the ring, I naturally can't stand him getting any better."

Li Zhi narrowed his eyes and suddenly realized something.

He finally understood that Master Bao was trying to win him over to deal with King Zhou's people.

However, Li Zhi did not feel disgusted. After all, Master Bao started with an 800-year-old ginseng. Such a generous gift shocked Li Zhi even though he was no longer the same as before.

This precious gift made him feel Mr. Bao's sincerity and importance.

Moreover, Mr. Bao’s goal is the same as Li Zhi’s and there is no conflict.

Li Zhi's goal is to win the championship, which means that no matter who enters the ring or who is behind them, Li Zhi will beat them mercilessly. In this regard, they have a common interest.

At this time, Hong Fan interrupted and said, "Don't worry, Mr. Bao. Li Zhi is ambitious and he is aiming to win the championship!"

Master Bao was obviously very satisfied. He said to Li Zhi, "If you have any difficulties, just let me know. Although I don't have anything else, I can still get a lot of natural treasures."

Master Bao was so arrogant that Li Zhi almost asked him for the five elements of qi.

But he still resisted the urge, smiled, and said, "Not for now, I'll trouble you again if you need me."

Li Zhi is not a fool. He knows very well that one should be grateful to others for what he has done for him.

How could it be so easy to take Master Bao's things? If Li Zhi had no other choice, he wouldn't even want the ginseng.