Reincarnation of the Strongest Healer

Chapter 1376: Aetheria Empire Part 23

Once Madam Ying began to enjoy a tour guide from Xu Feng, she became impressed by the town’s atmosphere.

She nodded her head occasionally in approval.

”The world is in turmoil, but this town of yours seems unaffected.” She lightly commented and felt the mana density to be rather high. It was on par with the Aetheria Empire level, and keep in mind, this was still just a town and not a city.

A few seconds later, Madam Ying turned to Xu Feng and inquired.

”You don’t mind if I expand my magical perception to scan the surroundings, right?”

”Feel free to scan around. I have already informed my subordinates that I’m being a tour guide for an honorable guest.”

Xu Feng was naturally satisfied that she sought permission first. Truth be told, he couldn’t do much if she were to secretly scan the surroundings anyway.

However, just the fact that she was willing to be honest and openly request to use her magical perception was enough of her respect toward him.

Those who respect him, he would naturally do the same. Similarly, those who disrespect him would naturally repay in kind.

With permission granted, Madam Ying immediately expanded her magical perception, causing quite a ripple in Haven Wind Town.

”What’s going on?”

”Are we being attacked?”

”The Colossuses have reached us?”

Panic quickly erupted among players who believed Haven Wind Town was the safest shelter. After all, the other players’ towns were all struggling and deflecting monsters who tried to take over their place.

While others struggled frequently, only Haven Wind Town remained carefree and unaffected by the situation.

Hence, they were sent into shock when such a powerful mana ripple occurred without any warning signs.

Amidst the panic, some Vanguard Guild members promptly stepped forward to explain the circumstances.

”No need to panic, everyone. This is just a small ability of an honored guest that our Guild Leader invited.”

”Everyone can resume their activities. The Haven Wind Town is safe, and no Colossus forces could penetrate here!”

Despite the explanation, the collective players only learned to calm down when the ripple gradually disappeared.

After calming down, they all came to realize that the Vanguard Guild managed to invite another NPC expert into their town.

Some were naturally relieved and resumed their businesses, whereas some who still harbored insidious thoughts were disgruntled.

”The Vanguard Guild is seriously lucky.”

”Everyone struggles to even invite an Expert NPC, but the Vanguard Guild did it easily.”

These people were spies sent to investigate the town’s affairs. But not all actually belonged to their affiliation; some were simply paid for brief intel.

And they all agreed with one thing collectively: staying in Haven Wind Town could ensure a smooth survival.

While everyone held their own motive, Xu Feng patiently waited on the side for Madam Ying to finish her inspection.

”The town’s defense is almost equivalent to that of a city. And there’s also an army camp stationed in close proximity.” Madam Ying furrowed her brows and commented. If it wasn’t for the fact that she knew he had contributed a large number of war horses to the empire, then she might have suspected him of starting a rebellion.

For a Viscount, his manpower even surpassed that of a Count. After all, almost every high noble had to conscript their own people to enter the army. Otherwise, they would be labeled as a traitor of humanity.

”All of this is for safety. The town is located in a dangerous place and requires high security to maintain daily operation.” Xu Feng lightly replied, cleverly downplaying the might of his army camp.

Madam Ying naturally wouldn’t believe his nonsense, but there was no need to shred the pretenses.

Moreover, two people had caught her attention.

”I was wondering where these two had been, and it seemed like they had joined your wings, Viscount Lin Feng.”

”Which two are we referring to?”

”Razor and Brutus.” Madam Ying suddenly dropped the names and smirked.

”They used to work under me as freelance informants. But a while ago, they decided to quit and told me they found a stable job.”

Shortly after saying that, she stared deeply at Xu Feng.

In response, he held no reaction and even appeared aloof.

Without a doubt, Madam Ying must have suspected that Razor and Brutus might be the ones who sold her information to him. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case, and by giving no reaction, Xu Feng was protecting them.

Nobody would appreciate their former employee selling their information to another, especially when they did nothing wrong.

”Razor and Brutus worked as freelance informants before?” Xu Feng frowned and twitched his mouth.

”Those two never told me about it. I’ll make them work as informants later on. How dare they take my paycheck and conceal their skills?” He continued, acting like he had been played by them.

Sure enough, his acting skill once again shone brightly here.

Despite being in charge of an intelligence network, Madam Ying couldn’t spot any flaws in Xu Feng’s reaction.

It sounded very genuine.

The truth was that Xu Feng indeed had no idea about this part of their relationship, which was why he could fake it so well.

He needed to show at least some sort of reaction; otherwise, Madam Ying might become displeased.

’Sigh, the things I do to make a future business partner happy. I really am a good person.’ He praised himself silently.

”Hmm, those two are in quite a unique building. It’s flooded with players.” Madam Ying suddenly inquired, having realized it was the only building that was overcrowded.

”It’s a Training Hall building.” Xu Feng casually replied and explained. ”People flood it because they want to train harder. With the current circumstances, who doesn’t want to raise their strength?”

”Hoh, do you mind if I check it out as well?” She was curious as to what really attracted these two to toss away her high-paying job for another.

”Well, of course, with just a little bit of fees.” Xu Feng rubbed his hands together, smiling slyly.

”50 gold coins and I can help you skip the line directly.”