Two Major Matters, Conflict

Only after Xueye had reached an agreement with Lu Lin did he let Masai come in.

After telling him about it, he explained that Lu Lin would be Masai's saber instructor from then on. Masai would also serve as a part-time administrator of the school's martial arts field, and whenever Lu Lin had time, he could instruct Masai in saber techniques.

At the news, Masai jumped up in delight. Without a word, he hugged Xueye and kissed him. "Thank you, Father!"

"Hmph, you brat. I found you so many saber instructors, and I never once heard you thank me."

"Father, Phoenix—no, Teacher Lu Lin—is different from the others."

Back on his feet, Masai realized he might have gotten a little too excited. "Father, Teacher Lu Lin was only at Lava Level Two when he fought me to a draw. Now he's reached the peak of Lava Level. I might not even be his match anymore."

"Hmph, so full of yourself!"

Xueye scolded him. "Masai, as long as you haven't broken through to the Enlightenment Stage, you can't possibly beat Lu Lin."

"Ah, Lord Xueye, you're giving me too much credit," Lu Lin hurriedly demurred.

He had always made a point of hiding his true strength, for fear that his enemies might see through him.

He hadn't expected Xueye to leave him no room to hold anything back, spilling every last bit of his strength.

"Really?"

A delighted look appeared on Masai's face. "Teacher Lu Lin, I've been waiting for you for ages. If you're free now, could you give me a lesson?"

"I don't have time today. Our class has a meeting this afternoon, so I need to get back as soon as possible."

After speaking, Lu Lin checked the time. Before he knew it, it was already past eleven.