Yang Zhen turned and left, a sudden turn of events that startled the leader. Her long sword whistled as it crashed to the ground, making the ground tremble.
"Don't go, Yang Zhen, it was my... I was rash. The master said that no one in the world could inherit his mantle, and he was always looking for a disciple. I think you are the one. You can't leave!"
The leader grabbed Yang Zhen's arm and hurriedly said, "We're leaving tomorrow. If you don't come with me to see the master, it will be the biggest loss of your life, and perhaps even the master's regret."
Yang Zhen, with an arrogant expression, glanced at the large knife on the ground, then looked sideways at the leader and said, "You're the one who invited me?"
"Yes, yes, I invited you. You should go and meet the master. You two will definitely have something in common, and you might even become master and disciple. This is the master's greatest wish in his life!"
Yang Zhen nodded, gave the leader a strange look, but felt a sense of relief.
The name "Big Sister," coupled with "I'm the boss," and that terrifying big knife—that's what makes her look like. What's a delicate little girl compared to that?
Most importantly, the boss is beautiful and has a hot body. Only a violent beauty like her can live up to such a high-class name as "boss".
At first, Yang Zhen thought the broadsword belonged to Xiao Huan, which seemed a bit strange, as Xiao Huan didn't seem to handle this weapon with ease.
Yang Zhen followed the eldest sister towards the post station. In a large open space behind the post station, there was a huge, blade-like flying boat, which made Yang Zhen truly experience what it meant to stand out from the crowd.
Compared to Blade, the other airships are like children's toys, the kind you can pick up for ten yuan at a street stall.
The airship is shaped like a giant battle sword, with the blade pointing forward, exuding an aura of endless slaughter, while its back is as thick as a shield, allowing the airship to carry more things.
Seeing Yang Zhen's surprised expression, the leader's face flashed with a smug look, and she said, " The Blade is one of the largest merchant ships on the coast of the East Sea. In fact, its efficiency is the best, without exception. It was designed by the gentleman himself, and many of its functions are controlled around the central theme of 'Writing as a Vehicle for the Dao '."
Yang Zhen was stunned and said, "Truly, the world is full of wonders! To be able to apply the concept of 'using Writing as a Vehicle for the Dao' to a flying boat, this old gentleman is truly a master!"
The gang leader gave Yang Zhen a strange look and said sarcastically, "I didn't expect someone with thick eyebrows and big eyes like you to know how to flatter."
"Is this flattery?" Yang Zhen scoffed and said, "This is genuine praise. Anyone who can do what I can't is someone I admire!"
Just as the leader was about to speak, Yang Zhen muttered, "Although there aren't many things in this world that I can't do."
Boss: "..."
The gentleman was not inside the post station, but on the Blade. In fact, according to the young lady, the gentleman came to Xiushan City this time to find a successor, but he did not leave the Blade's Edge even for a moment. He just kept reciting a sentence in his room, sometimes laughing heartily, sometimes covering his face and sighing.
Yang Zhen felt a chill run down his spine. Were all great writers really like this? Or was the line between genius and madness truly so thin?
No wonder there's a saying that goes, "One cannot live without being obsessed." It seems that if you want to rise above others, you really have to go crazy.
At least from the beginning of historical records to the present day, no ordinary person has ever been able to achieve lasting fame or eternal infamy.
Even the most ordinary person who rises to the top can do things that can be described as insane.
Yang Zhen didn't know what kind of person this teacher was, that so many people could admire him so much. However, if this teacher didn't have some real talent and learning, he probably wouldn't have so many disciples. After all, although there are some people in this world who are a little slow, there are no truly stupid people.
Upon arriving at the Blade, the leader turned to Xiao Huan and said, " Xiao Huan, go and ask the master for permission to introduce a promising young man to Lingdang Dang!"
Xiao Huan rushed into Blade with great joy, almost bumping into a refined gentleman with a feather fan and silk turban as she entered.
The man exclaimed softly, quickly reaching out to support Xiao Huan, and said with a smile, "So it's Miss Xiao Huan. Why are you so abrupt? Is there something urgent that Lingdang has to do?"
Xiao Huan bowed her head and apologized, saying, "Young Master Xiao Huan, please don't be offended. I was just momentarily distracted; it was truly unintentional."
Young Master Lin laughed and said, "It's alright!"
After making way, Young Master Lin immediately spotted the Big Sister, laughed heartily, and walked up to her, saying with a flourish, "So it's Big Sister back! When are you free to have a good drink with me, until we're all drunk?"
The leader glanced at Yang Zhen, patted him on the shoulder, and introduced him, "This is Lin Shilang Yang Zhen, about your age. He is already the top scholar in the Great Jiang Kingdom. His literary talent and cultivation are both extremely high. The teacher is very fond of him and he is one of the teacher's personal disciples selected for this examination. He is known as the 'Jade-like Scholar Lin Shilang'!"
Yang Zhen exclaimed, "Oh, it's a pleasure to meet you!"
"I'm ashamed, I'm ashamed!" Lin Shilang cupped his hands to Yang Zhen and said, "May I ask who this young master is...?"
Although he was talking to Yang Zhen, Lin Shilang's gaze remained fixed on the eldest sister. This attitude of ignoring Yang Zhen was quite obvious; he truly didn't take Yang Zhen seriously.
Based on Yang Zhen's male intuition, this bastard probably already considered him an enemy, and one that had to be trampled underfoot, relentlessly trampled. The burning jealousy blazing deep in his eyes almost scorched Yang Zhen's eyelashes.
Yang Zhen's most direct personality has always been to take the initiative and ignite any signs of danger as soon as possible. This way, problems can be exposed, preventing others from secretly tripping him up and making it impossible to defend against them.
Hearing Lin Shilang's words, Yang Zhen chuckled and said, "I am but a humble disciple of yours, Yang Zhen, also known as Yang the Academic Prodigy!"
Lin Shilang stared blankly at Yang Zhen, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes, and said, " Yang Zhen, the master's personal disciple? Yang the academic genius? Isn't Young Master Yang afraid of being ridiculed? Although the master has the intention of taking on disciples, he has not yet found a suitable candidate. Young Master Yang's self-righteousness is likely to make him a laughing stock!"
Yang Zhen sighed and said seriously, "I'm ashamed, I'm ashamed that you didn't tell me about this, sir?"
Lin Shilang was startled and stared at Yang Zhen, saying, "What did you say?"
With a glint in his eyes, Lin Shilang's eyes flashed with murderous intent, which amazed Yang Zhen. This Lin Shilang was indeed a cunning boy. If he were to grow up in time, the consequences would be unimaginable. No wonder the master did not take him as a disciple.
If even Yang Zhen could see through human nature, how could you, sir, not see it?
What puzzled Yang Zhen was why that master would keep such a guy on the Blade, and even have him touted as one of the candidates for his personal disciple?
Yang Zhen chuckled and said, "What I meant was, please step aside, I need to see the master."
Lin Shilang looked at Yang Zhen with a half-smile and said sarcastically, "The master won't see a nobody like you!"
Upon hearing this, the eldest sister frowned immediately. Just as she was about to speak, Yang Zhen shoved Lin Shilang's shoulder aside and strode inside.
"Whether it's a wolf or a dog, time will tell!"
Pfft!
The leader couldn't help but burst out laughing. She put her arm around Yang Zhen's shoulder and the two of them swayed as they walked away.
"Shirou... Shirou is a dog, oh my god, Yang Zhen, how... how did you even think of that? So... so despicable."
"Otherwise, why would he call himself Yang, the academic genius whose inspiration flows like a fountain?"
"I'm sorry, I've dragged you into this. But although Lin Shilang is narrow-minded, he is indeed quite talented. You shouldn't have offended him like that."
Why didn't you say so sooner!
Would you have listened if I had told you earlier?
"Won't!"
Lin Shilang stared intently at Yang Zhen's retreating figure, his expression venomous and sinister. After a moment, a strange smile appeared on his lips, " Yang Zhen, isn't he? Interesting!"
With that, Lin Shilang followed!