My Misfortune Crushed Instances-Chapter 88: Proving Yourself with Strength

Li Rui was a little puzzled.

He had chatted with that Kong Ji for quite a while and felt that this person wasn’t very interested in the other two family heirs, but rather kept steering the conversation toward himself.

"I’ve heard that you have a small business, is that right, Younger Brother Li?" Kong Ji finally couldn’t help but ask.

He Chengli blinked with some curiosity.

Hadn’t heard that Brother Rui was also in business?

However, Huo Yun hurriedly chimed in, "That’s right, Brother Kong. We professionally handle Secret Realm training business. Anyone with needs here can directly contact me."

Li Rui was a bit dazed, not sure how he suddenly ended up with an agent.

Kong Ji chuckled like the smiling Buddha, "Yes, we’re all acquaintances. If there’s a chance, we can discuss it."

He finally turned towards Li Rui, "But there’s something I feel I should make clear to you, Younger Brother Li. In the Northwest, it’s generally believed that people are rougher, and it’s the same in the Extraordinary Realm."

"You all know, heading further northwest is that chaotic place. The native populace there is already in a mess, with the Western Kingdom and the Polar Alliance stirring the pot, leading to frequent incursions by hostile forces and illegal agents."

"And with a high frequency of crossover events here, our people are accustomed to high actual combat frequency. So..."

Kong Ji took out a cigarette, offered it around, and finding no takers, put it in his mouth and smiled again. "So don’t blame your elder brother for being blunt. Mainly, if you want to do this... training thing in the Secret Realm, people always need to see some capability."

Upon hearing this, the two young subordinates immediately showed displeasure.

"Brother Rui’s capabilities are very strong!"

"Brother Kong, since we’re bold enough to take on the business, we’re confident we can complete it."

Li Rui remained silent, wanting to see what this Kong surnamed person was getting at.

Kong Ji always had the habit of hiding behind a smile, which was his advantage, making others lower their guard, but he couldn’t seem to find any flaws in this young man.

Whether it was the initial enthusiasm or the recent implied doubts, the other party was unruffled.

He decided to apply more pressure: "Alright, kids, I’m older than all of you, so I’ll shamelessly get to the point."

"The Extraordinary World is all about strength, and the Northwest is even more so. If you become famous figures and are assigned to chaotic places by the Superpower Division for missions, the situations will be even more severe."

"Anyway, since you’re here, you might as well go all out."

Kong Ji lit the cigarette, covering half of his smile, "Many people are watching you. If you have the skills, naturally business will thrive. If not, even my intervention won’t make a difference, right?"

He Chengli appeared at a loss with this scene; since the older brother didn’t speak, neither did he. Huo Yun, deep in thought, also remained silent.

Li Rui smiled and nodded, "Brother Kong has a point, but I came here just to quietly complete some external tasks. If business comes, I welcome it. If not, that’s fine too."

He rubbed his hands together, "Honestly, it’s not certain we’ll end up in the same Secret Realm as acquaintances, hahaha. But if Brother Kong would help spread the word, I’d appreciate it."

Kong Ji was a bit surprised. He realized this young man wasn’t the least bit hot-tempered. His earlier words might not mean much between strangers, but for those in powerful circles like them, such words could be considered somewhat blunt or even reprimanding.

Yet, even so, the person before him didn’t seem the least bit bothered.

"Hahaha, sorry, got carried away and said too much."

Kong Ji quickly resumed his amiable demeanor, "If you encounter any difficulties here, feel free to come to me anytime. Business is business, but friends are friends, hahaha."

There’s no denying, this person was indeed skilled in socializing. Even though the other three were at least a generation younger, during the meal, it wasn’t awkward at all. Whether introducing geographical landscapes, chatting about interesting anecdotes, or discussing Secret Realm strategies, he could talk eloquently.

After they finished, Kong Ji’s men drove up to pick him up. Just before getting in the car, the chubby man seemingly asked casually, "Oh, Younger Brother Li, do you know Dong Sanchuan?"

Li Rui took a breath, "We’re both from the Baili Association, so I definitely know of him but haven’t met. However, President Song mentioned before I came that I could seek him out if I encountered difficulties."

"Oh."

Kong Ji felt as though he caught onto something.

In the car, he pondered.

"They always think that Old Song only knows how to fight and lacks social finesse, but that’s wrong. To firmly hold the position of provincial president, how could he possibly be ignorant of such things."

"Dong Sanchuan is one of his trusted subordinates. Having someone like that look after Li Rui indicates this kid’s background is likely quite notable and closely linked to Old Song. So, who could it be...?"

"I don’t recall anyone closely associated with him who has the surname Li."

"Could it be!"

Kong Ji’s eyes suddenly widened, "An illegitimate child?!"

...

Li Rui indeed hadn’t expected that his journey to the Northwest would stir so much attention behind the scenes.

This was due to his lack of experience, only feeling it was just about getting a free place to stay from others. Now if they asked for money, he would pay.

If some time passed, and one day his reputation rose, he would understand that in the Extraordinary World, the strong naturally get attention. For example, when Dong Sanchuan came to the Northwest a few days ago, the Kong family had already sent people to contact him, and other families might soon follow suit.

Of course, the attention Li Rui now received was not because of himself but because of his connections to powerful figures.

If he learned about the speculations and actions of these people behind the scenes, he might seriously sigh and say.

I’m really not a rich second generation.

.....

"Brother Rui, when are we going to start working?" 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

He Chengli lounged on the couch, asking, "It’s been days without any Secret Realm appearances, no classes, no fieldwork, I’m bored to death."

Huo Yun also looked over; to come to the Northwest for experience, he had even put aside matters at the company.

Without turning his head from the screen, Li Rui said, "Don’t rush, I’m picking. So many tasks, never had such abundant times."

He stared at the task list like a money grubber, feeling his eyes blur.

He even thought of calling Brother Ba, telling him how joyous it was in the Northwest, not even considering returning home.

He Chengli had already come over, looking at the screen and saying, "Brother Rui, isn’t that 16-20 level mission in Dalin City pretty good?"

"It’s not bad."

Li Rui nodded, "But the concurrent events in Hu Yang City are also good."

Huo Yun approached from the other side, "Capturing fleeing illegal agents is also a good experience, I haven’t tried that yet."

Li Rui furrowed his brows, slapping the table.

"Anyway, the timing of these three tasks is staggered. Can we take them all simultaneously?"