Pfft~

The one who burst into laughter was Yu Meixiang.

Realizing it was impolite to mock someone's name, she quickly hid behind Lin Feng, her face flushed, and repeatedly apologized.

Zhu Bajie seemed accustomed to it and said nonchalantly, "It's okay, sis-in-law. Everyone laughs when they hear my name. I think it's nice that my name can bring joy to others."

There was nothing wrong with Zhu Bajie's words.

However, the way he addressed her made Yu Meixiang's already red cheeks turn into a blazing sunset.

Even Lin Feng felt a bit awkward. What kind of eyes did this guy have to think they were a couple?

"Brother Zhu, she's my elder, okay?"

Zhu Bajie was visibly surprised and said, "Huh? No way, your elder is this young and pretty? Weren't you rescuing your girlfriend today?"

Yu Meixiang's head was almost buried in her chest at this point, but she couldn't help but secretly smile as she lowered her head.

Lin Feng had to explain the situation, and only then did Zhu Bajie realize his mistake and hurriedly apologized.

Lin Feng didn't mind and saw him off.

The police's test results wouldn't be available until the next day, so Lin Feng was destined to spend the night at the police station.

Originally, Lin Feng was supposed to sleep in the detention room, but the officers were kind enough not to put him in there, allowing him to stay on a bench in the lobby instead.

When Yu Meixiang heard that Lin Feng was going to sleep in the lobby, she felt distressed and immediately went home to bring him a blanket and dinner.

Lin Feng didn't mind sleeping in the lobby at all; his physique didn't require a blanket. However, he couldn't refuse Yu Meixiang's insistence, so he let her do as she wished.

Seeing Yu Meixiang laying out the blanket and bringing him cotton shoes, Lin Feng felt a warmth in his heart as he happily ate his dumplings.

"Auntie, you must be hungry too, right? Join me for dinner."

"No, I've already had dinner."

"You haven't eaten anything. You just had a sip of wine and passed out. You've been busy with me until now without eating anything. Come on, Auntie, open your mouth."

Lin Feng picked up a dumpling and brought it to Yu Meixiang's mouth. With only one pair of chopsticks, there was no other way.

Yu Meixiang shyly glanced around, and seeing no one was paying attention, she opened her mouth and ate it.

And so, in the police station lobby, they fed each other and finished a box of dumplings.

After eating, Yu Meixiang wanted to stay and keep watch, but Lin Feng persuaded her to go home.

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Lin Feng wrapped himself in the blanket and fell asleep in the police station lobby.

In reality, he had already entered the game.

Tongfu Inn.

Lin Feng woke up in the guest room once again; it was already noon in the game.

He went downstairs and saw the inn bustling with customers. Shopkeeper Tong and the others were just about to have lunch, and Li Dazui had prepared a large table of delicious dishes.

Seeing there was no space in the inn, Lin Feng thought of having lunch but decided against it, planning to grab something to eat outside instead.

"Big Brother Lin, you haven't had lunch yet, right? Join us!"

Guo Qiangwei warmly invited him.

Lin Feng knew that aside from Guo Qiangwei, the others didn't really like him, and he didn't want to force himself into their meal and ruin their appetite.

He opened his mouth to politely decline, but Tong Xiangyu spoke up as well.

"Young Hero Lin, if you don't mind, join us for a meal."

Guo Furong also chimed in, "Come down and have a bite."

"Yes, Young Hero Lin, come and try today's delicious dishes."

Seeing everyone inviting him to eat, Lin Feng was a bit surprised and glanced at Bai Zhantang.

Bai Zhantang immediately shrugged and said, "This is everyone's idea, not mine."

Tong Xiangyu then smiled and explained, "You're now a hero of the Imperial Court, capturing bandits and infamous criminals. You've done so many good deeds. Let's forget our past grievances, shall we?"

Seeing the sincerity on everyone's faces, Lin Feng realized that their dislike for him had vanished overnight, and their relationships had become friendly.

"Thank you, then I won't stand on ceremony."

Lin Feng didn't hesitate and joined them at the table.

For a moment, there was one more person at the elmwood table.

"Everyone's here, let's eat!" Tong Xiangyu clapped her hands.

"With such a sumptuous meal today, Xiangyu, how about some wine?" Bai Zhantang winked.

Tong Xiangyu rolled her eyes at him indulgently and said, "If Zhantang wants to drink, then everyone can have a little. Pour the wine, pour me some too."

Li Dazui laughed, "Haha, the shopkeeper is generous. Old Bai, let's have a drink today!"

"I want some too!"

"Xiao Bei, you're too young to drink. Have some bayberry juice instead."

...

The group chattered away, the atmosphere at the dining table lively, warm, and full of love.

Bai Zhantang raised his wine bowl but didn't drink with Li Dazui and the others first; instead, he looked at Lin Feng.

"Shall we?"

Lin Feng chuckled, raised his wine bowl, and clinked it with Bai Zhantang's, sincerely addressing everyone.

"Brother Bai, I was indeed wrong before. I apologize to everyone."

Bai Zhantang laughed, "You're too clever, clinking glasses with me but apologizing to everyone. It doesn't count unless you drink a bowl with each person."

Tong Xiangyu immediately stopped him, "Young Hero Lin is still young. Why make him drink so much? Don't mind him."

Bai Zhantang chuckled and patted Lin Feng's shoulder, "The shopkeeper is speaking up for you, so let's skip the drinks."

"Old Bai, didn't you dislike this kid the most? Why don't you dislike him now?" Li Dazui teased.

Bai Zhantang replied straightforwardly, "At first, I definitely didn't like him. But then I realized that even though he learned my martial arts, he uses them to uphold justice, which I admire. Besides, we went through life and death together last night. The past is long gone."

Guo Furong also generously stated, "Old Bai is right. As long as you don't do evil, it's fine if you learned the skills. Come on, Young Hero Lin, let's have a drink!"

Lin Feng readily raised his bowl and drank, his boldness making everyone feel he was quite likable.

Tong Xiangyu also raised her cup and clinked it with Lin Feng's, smiling, "Young Hero Lin, join us for meals every day from now on. It's livelier with more people."

Lin Feng, however, felt a bit embarrassed and said, "I'm afraid I can't. I'm planning to head to the Capital City tomorrow."

"Ah, you're going back to the Capital?" Tong Xiangyu was surprised.

Lin Feng nodded, "Yes, I'm going to the Capital City and then out to explore."

"Will you come back?"

"Probably not," Lin Feng replied.

The previously cheerful atmosphere among the group immediately dampened.

Bai Zhantang seemed to have expected it and said, "I guessed you wouldn't be content to stay in this small place like us. You're young, it's time to explore."

"Roaming the world with a sword, venturing into the martial world, it's every martial artist's dream."

Guo Furong sighed and then quickly added, "Lin Feng, if you go back, can you take my sister with you?"

Lin Feng glanced at Guo Qiangwei. It wasn't a difficult task, so he readily agreed.

"Great! Finally, I can send her back with peace of mind. Thanks."

After speaking, Guo Furong took out a secret manual from her bosom and handed it to Lin Feng.

Lin Feng took it with curiosity and found it was the second form of the Raging Waves Palm.

[Palm Technique: Raging Waves]: Yellow Grade mid-level martial arts, Force +50 points, second form of the Raging Waves Palm, can deal 500 skill damage to enemies after execution, cooldown time 10 seconds.

Consumption: 60 points of internal strength per use

Requirement: Must have mastered the first form to learn.

Lin Feng looked up and asked with a smile, "Didn't you say there was only the first form?"

"Can't I trick you? Actually, I've only learned two forms, and I haven't practiced the second one yet."

Guo Furong smiled proudly and generously said, "Consider the second form as your reward for taking my sister home. As for the other forms, it depends on whether you can handle my father."

Lin Feng put away the manual and immediately cupped his fists, "Thank you."

"No need to be polite. If you really make a name for yourself in the future, don't forget to advertise the Raging Waves Palm of my Guo family in the martial world."

"And don't favor the Sunflower Sect over us!"

"Consider it done."

Lin Feng responded, and everyone shared a laugh, as if all past grievances and entanglements vanished in that laughter.

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