Ah, why are there so many people?

Qing Yi, sent by Sikong Yu to the north gate of the Vermilion Bird Camp, hadn’t even gotten close when she saw a large number of disciples gathered at the north gate, divided into several factions.

As Sikong Yu’s maid, she was naturally very familiar with the Nine Layers Mountain, having gathered intelligence for Sikong Yu, especially on the capable and potential generals.

All five generals of the Vermilion Bird Camp were present.

It seems Miss was right; Li Feng was likely to come to this Vermilion Bird Camp, otherwise why would all these people be here?

And judging by the situation, they weren’t here to welcome Li Feng. A show of power intimidating him would be the least. 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

Li Feng is in trouble.

Thinking of this, Qing Yi was a bit excited. That Li Feng dared to pin Miss down during the entrance exam, such audacity.

Qing Yi immediately dismissed Sikong Yu’s instructions from her mind, sneaking into the crowd to watch the spectacle. As for tipping him off, not a chance.

But the mastermind behind all this chaos secretly smirked at the scene.

"Come here."

"Brother Ma, what are your orders?"

"Go back and inform Young Master Murong that the plan is working. The five generals of Vermilion Bird Camp are at the north gate to meet Li Feng. Tell him to wait for good news."

"Go on."

The lackey, Ma Bao, waved his hand, and the subordinate immediately turned to deliver the message, while Ma Bao turned to look outside the north gate.

And he didn’t have to wait long.

"Look, isn’t that Elder Shi from the Law Enforcement Hall?"

"Yes, it’s certainly Elder Shi."

At both sides of the north gate, there were guard towers, which were already manned by disciples with sharp eyesight. So when Li Feng and Shi Huanshan appeared, they were immediately spotted.

"Elder Shi doesn’t usually come here, and there’s someone with him, which must be Li Feng. Quick, inform them."

"Li Feng is here."

"Li Feng is here."

The intense atmosphere outside the north gate became even more charged at the news of Li Feng’s arrival, as all eyes turned toward the north gate.

"Just as expected, he’s really here. Haha, my axe can’t wait anymore."

"Save it, it’s not your turn yet."

"He’s mine, don’t any of you try to snatch him from me." Liang Hongying licked her lips, looking eager as if meeting her loved one.

Shi Huanshan saw the commotion far outside the north gate and turned to Li Feng, saying, "It seems the news of you choosing the Vermilion Bird Camp is no secret. Many are here to greet you."

Li Feng also saw the tightly packed Vermilion Bird Camp and smiled, "It’s probably not a welcome, more like an intimidation."

"It’s good you know. Here at Nine Layers Mountain, you can’t avoid this. Besides, you can’t avoid it; otherwise, you’ll never find a place here."

"You can lose, but you can’t be cowardly."

Li Feng smiled knowingly: "I understand."

Having been in the military, one learns they can afford to lose, but not to back down. This atmosphere was familiar to Li Feng, even comforting.

A very familiar feeling.

Moments later, Shi Huanshan and Li Feng arrived outside the north gate of the Vermilion Bird Camp.

"Ha, everyone is here indeed."

Shi Huanshan glanced over at Yue Shan and others, noting that all five key troublemakers of the Vermilion Bird Camp were present, clearly seeing Li Feng as desirable.

Despite Li Feng’s impressive entrance test results, potential doesn’t equate to strength. To conquer the camp, he must conquer all who oppose him.

This is the rule of the Nine Layers Mountain.

The strongest fist prevails.

Everything else is meaningless.

"Greetings, Elder Shi."

Yue Shan and the others stepped forward to greet Shi Huanshan; as the head of the Law Enforcement Hall, he was both feared and respected, and they had often felt that way.

Naturally, they treated this elder with great respect.

"Hmm, I’ve come to bring someone over. Although you probably know already, let me introduce him."

"Li Feng, a newcomer who just passed the entrance exam, has the potential to be a commander of the Martial Strategy Hall. After a meeting with the head of the mountain, he is now one of your Vermilion Bird Camp members."

"How you welcome him is up to you."

After saying this, Shi Huanshan suddenly turned around, clapping Li Feng on the shoulder, "The rest is up to you. From the looks of it, you have only two outcomes: either you leave the Nine Layers Mountain lying down, or you walk in standing."

"I know what to do."

"Hmm, as long as no one dies, it’s all good."

Shi Huanshan said and then left Li Feng’s side, leaping up onto a nearby guard tower.

Li Feng stood alone outside the north gate, while inside, behind the five generals, were two to three hundred people each, with a thousand people blocking the entrance completely.

Not to mention others who came to watch the show.

At this moment, the five generals eyed each other with tension brimming.

There was only one Li Feng, and deciding who would go first was a problem. Who knew if Li Feng was all show; whoever went first and trampled him would get the glory.

Going second wouldn’t have the same effect.

"I’ll go first."

"Let’s not argue; we’re all about equal in strength, and arguing gets us nowhere. If we fight, it’ll be a joke. How about drawing lots, to keep it fair?"

"Drawing lots it is."

"Go get paper and pen."

Yue Shan turned to order his subordinates.

Li Feng watched the five compete for the chance to take him as a stepping stone and casually strolled forward.

"Hey, I heard from Elder Shi on the way that the Vermilion Bird Camp has a few troublemakers, and it’s you guys, right?"

"Troublemakers?"

Yue Shan and the others looked at the slightly arrogant Li Feng.

"Humph, rumors say you’re arrogant, and indeed, you are. But don’t worry, soon you’ll taste my fists."

"Tsk tsk, good-looking, but a bit frail." Liang Hongying clicked her tongue, her gaze lingering on Li Feng.

Even the short Peng Guangtou was slightly taller than him, and in Nine Layers Mountain, known for its tall and strong men, Li Feng seemed especially small and weak.

"Heh, probably can’t even withstand a single axe from me."

Xu Kaishan sneered.

Li Feng looked at the eager, battle-ready group, casually saying, "Forget drawing lots, it’s too troublesome."

"You five can all come at once."