171: dispute

Zhang Chao and He Yuan's flattery made Zhao Hao feel very pleased, and his depressed and unhappy mood improved.

He then said, "Since everyone thinks so, I'll just make a simple distribution. If anyone has different opinions, they can raise them."

"Su Ran, Zhu Lei, Wei Dandan, the three of you are women, and your physical strength can't compare to us men, so I'll assign you some lighter items."

As Zhao Hao spoke, he bent down and pulled out several bundles of hemp rope, handing them to the three girls.

"These are rescue ropes, which can also be used as climbing ropes. Each of you gets two bundles, and I'll take the extra one."

"Wait!"

Su Can suddenly raised an eyebrow and calmly said, "Your adventure team took money to escort Su Ran, didn't it?"

"So she's your employer. Have you ever seen an employer responsible for transporting and sharing items?"

Zhao Hao's expression darkened at the words, and he said with some displeasure, "It seems Brother Su doesn't know much about our adventure team. First, our adventure team is self-organized. Generally, people who want to join or follow a team need to pay us a fee and be under our command!"

"Miss Su's mission just happens to coincide with ours, so we chose to take it on as well."

"We are not simply an employer-employee relationship, but a team. Obedience and sharing are mandatory!"

"Otherwise, how can I be responsible for their personal safety after entering the mountain?"

"...Alright."

Su Can was somewhat speechless: "In that case, I'll carry Su Ran's items!"

"No need, you naturally have other things you need to carry!"

Zhao Hao glanced at Su Can indifferently.

Su Can, however, said in surprise, "I have to carry things too? Why? I'm not part of your team, I'm also someone Su Ran invited."

"I won't carry anything, and don't assign anything to me!"

Su Can decisively shook his head and refused. Are you kidding? He came to the mountain to help Su Ran find medicinal herbs.

He wasn't here to be a porter!

Besides, carrying large and small bags, on his shoulders and in his hands, would also limit his performance.

Helping Su Ran carry things was already an act of kindness.

Because his original plan was for only he and Su Ran to enter the mountain.

After all, his abilities in the mountains were enough for him to survive very well.

It was just that Su Ran didn't understand his abilities, and he couldn't possibly lay out his cards and explain to her, so he could only accept the presence of others.

But this didn't mean he had to be commanded and ordered around by these people.

However, his behavior made Zhao Hao and the others' faces turn ugly.

"You refuse? Why do you refuse?"

"Exactly, aren't you entering the mountain with us? Aren't you going to eat the food we bring when you're hungry? Aren't you going to use our camping tents when you sleep?"

"Please, have some team spirit, okay? Otherwise, if you really encounter something, don't say we didn't take care of you!"

Zhao Hao and the others, out of male pride, didn't speak too harshly, but Wei Dandan had no such reservations.

"A grown man, asking you to carry a few things, and you're making excuses. If you have the guts, don't eat or drink our stuff when you go into the mountain, and don't blame us for not taking care of you if something happens!"

"Heh heh, that's great!"

Su Can retorted without showing any weakness, "I never intended to eat your food or drink your drinks, and I certainly don't need you to take care of me!"

"You just take care of yourselves. I grew up in a mountain village and am used to being on my own. I'm really not used to looking out for each other!"

"After entering the mountain, I hope we don't interfere with each other!"

Su Can stood up indifferently and looked up at the sky.

If the group hadn't been angry at this moment, but instead paid attention to his movements, they would have noticed that high in the sky, an eagle had been continuously circling above their heads.

"Su Can."

Su Ran, seeing the atmosphere become a bit tense, couldn't help but pull Su Can, then looked at Zhao Hao and the others and said:

"I'm sorry, Su Can is someone I specifically asked to accompany me into the mountain to search for special medicinal herbs. I must rely on him. If he carries these things, it will indeed affect his performance."

"But he can't carry nothing at all, can he?"

Wei Dandan said with a sour face, "When the time comes, he'll eat our food, drink our drinks, and follow us. He should at least lend a hand with what he can, right?"

"I said, I'll help Su Ran carry her things. As for the rest, don't count on me!"

Su Can said calmly, then took two bundles of hemp rope from Su Ran's hand, put them over his head, and tied them around his waist.

Zhao Hao frowned deeply, not saying a word.

He Yuan and Zhang Chao looked displeased, and Wei Dandan was even more disdainful and disgusted.

Only Yang Fan hesitated to speak, finally revealing an awkward smile.

Before even entering the mountain, a small incident occurred that was detrimental to team unity.

"Of course, I also just said that I won't take or use any of your things, not even a thread. Whether it's for eating, drinking, or using, I have my own methods!"

After saying this, Su Can walked aside and stopped speaking.

But everyone could sense that Su Can would not accept anyone's command or orders.

"Alright, in that case, we'll redistribute."

Finally, Zhao Hao suppressed his displeasure and redistributed the supplies and equipment.

The several big men naturally took on a lot, carrying many items.

The women, in contrast, had a much easier time.

But the lightest load was Su Can's, who only had two bundles of hemp rope around his waist.

As a result, Zhang Chao and He Yuan felt a lot of resentment.

"He's not a man!"

Wei Dandan snorted coldly, revealing a scornful look.

Su Can simply pretended not to hear. If he hadn't promised Su Ran beforehand, these people would have nothing to do with him.

He took out the square jade cicada engraved with the Thunder Extreme symbol, while studying the various formations, restrictions, and runes in the Zu Zi Secret.

When the group, burdened with supplies and equipment, arrived at the parking spot.

Su Can also withdrew from the Zu Zi Secret's inheritance. His eyes were unfocused, with only wisps of runes and symbols appearing in his eyes.

Lines of runes and restrictions constantly flowed, combined, and arranged in his eyes, like a bottomless abyss.

After an unknown amount of time, Su Can felt a tap on his shoulder and suddenly came back to his senses, a flash of light in his eyes, and all the rune light and shadows in his eyes dissipated.

At the same time, in his mind, he had deduced and comprehended several formation restrictions that he could currently implement and control.

"Su Can, what are you spacing out for? Let's go, we're about to enter the mountain!"

It was Su Ran who patted his shoulder.

Su Can turned his head, saw everyone looking at him, and nodded, "Okay, I'll check the car to see if there's anything else we need to take."

Once in the car, Su Can scanned with his eyes, and while no one was paying attention, with a thought, he collected everything into the Jade Cicada Space.