I Want to Take You as My Master!

This person's clothes and attire didn't look like those of an ordinary cultivator; even some disciples from major sects probably didn't have his air of wealth and privilege.

But this very person was unusually respectful towards Sang Ying, which made Sang Ying both curious and wary.

The boy had an endearing baby face. Seeing that Sang Ying was looking him over, he deliberately put on an innocent and naive look, trying to show her his friendliness and harmlessness.

Unfortunately, Sang Ying wasn't buying it at all. She immediately rejected his request and ruthlessly prepared to close the door.

Upon seeing this, the boy quickly stepped forward and blocked the door with his foot.

"Fellow Daoist, Fellow Daoist! Fellow Daoist, please don't misunderstand, I'm really not a bad person, I just want to go to your courtyard to see that Spirit Gathering Formation!" The young man was probably three or four years older than Sang Ying, and a full head taller than her. He should have been a very imposing person, but in front of Sang Ying, he appeared very weak and pitiful.

Seeing his sudden action, Sang Ying realized that if he hadn't been holding back his Spiritual Qi, her sword would have already pierced his leg.

Fearing that Sang Ying might not believe him, the young man even took out his identity badge, on which the large character "Hai" was clearly visible to her.

"My name is Hai Tingzhou, and I am a descendant of the Hai Household, as evidenced by my nameplate! If you are still not at ease, you can tie me up directly!" As he spoke, he obediently placed his hands in front of Sang Ying.

The boy spoke earnestly, even shouting behind him, "A Sheng, quickly get the rope!"

As he shouted, Sang Ying looked behind him and saw Xiao Liu's older brother walking out from the corner with a cold face, and he was indeed holding a rope in his hand.

Recalling what Xiao Liu had said before, that his brother was working for the young master of the Hai Household, it seems that Hai Tingzhou is indeed a member of the Hai Household, and probably even a direct descendant.

"No need for that, you can come in. But you can only stay in the courtyard and are not allowed to go into the house." Sang Ying had given prior instructions; if this young master disobeyed, she would have no choice but to ask him to leave.

Fortunately, Hai Tingzhou was obedient enough to let him stay in the courtyard, and the man did not take a single step towards the house.

Xiao Liu's older brother was probably this man's servant, always standing guard outside the door, ready to be at Hai Tingzhou's beck and call.

"It's truly amazing! Just a slight modification has resulted in such a significant difference. Fellow Daoist, who helped you set up this formation?" Hai Tingzhou's eyes were filled with amazement.

Because outsiders had come to the courtyard, Sang Ying did not return to her room to cultivate, but instead stayed with Hai Tingzhou.

Hearing him ask this now, Sang Ying didn't answer immediately, but instead asked, "I wonder why Fellow Daoist Hai is asking this?"

Upon hearing this, Hai Tingzhou scratched the back of his head, revealing a hint of shyness. "I've always been very interested in formations, but because my elders at home don't allow it, I can only study them secretly on my own. Although this Spirit Gathering Formation is a simple formation, and I've set it up many times myself, I've never seen it have such great energy as the one in this courtyard."

"I bet some powerful figure personally modified this. If I could meet this powerful figure, I would have no regrets in this life!" The second half of the sentence was spoken by Hai Tingzhou as he looked at Sang Ying, and the implication in it couldn't be clearer.

Sang Ying ignored his hint and instead pointed to the Spirit Gathering Formation in the courtyard, saying, "Look here, this is the Spirit Gathering Formation's core. Just adding a touch here reduces the burden on the array's operation, allowing it to gather nearby Spiritual Qi and nourish other Spiritual Qi. The secret of this array lies here."

As Sang Ying explained, Hai Tingzhou's eyes grew brighter and brighter.

Hearing the last part, he clapped his hands and exclaimed, "So that's how it is! So that's how it is! This is the formation you set up, fellow Daoist?! You came up with this!"

If Hai Tingzhou's gaze towards Sang Ying was merely polite and distant before, now it is filled with fervor and reverence.

Without even waiting for Sang Ying's Sang Ying, he knelt directly before her and exclaimed, "Fairy, your mastery of formations is truly extraordinary! I, Hai Tingzhou, wish to become your disciple!"

Hai Tingzhou's sudden movement startled Sang Ying. Even Meng Luosheng was outside the door, couldn't bear to watch and quickly came in to help Sang Ying up.

But Hai Tingzhou was extremely stubborn and refused to get up no matter what. "I want to become the fairy's disciple. If the fairy doesn't accept me, I won't get up!"

Sang Ying disliked unreasonable people, and upon hearing his words, her expression immediately darkened. She said coldly, "I wasn't the one who modified this formation; you've chosen the wrong person. And even if I were, I wouldn't agree to force you to become my disciple using this method."

The boy was startled by her cold face, and without needing their help, Hai Tingzhou quickly got up from the ground on his own.

He probably realized his behavior was very inappropriate, and immediately rushed to Sang Ying to beg for forgiveness, "Fairy, please don't be angry, it was my fault. I did something wrong in a moment of panic, but I really didn't mean to force you. I apologize to you!"

He bowed deeply to Sang Ying, his sincerity genuine.

"The books of mortals say that among three people walking together, there must be one who can teach me. Although you, Fairy, didn't modify the formation, your skill in setting up this Spirit Gathering Formation must far surpass mine. I truly wish to become your disciple," Hai Tingzhou continued, "But if you are unwilling, I will not force you. I only hope you will allow me to study here. Of course, if you find it inappropriate, I certainly won't come back..."

Finally, he added, "I have truly offended you today and done many wrong things. If the fairy wishes to punish me, I will accept it without question!"

Meng Luosheng, standing to the side, didn't forget to speak up for his young master, "Please forgive me, fairy."

Since both of them had adopted such a humble attitude, Sang Ying didn't feel comfortable saying anything more. She rubbed her temples, then waved her hand at them, "That's enough for today. I have other matters to attend to, so I won't entertain you any longer. Please go back now!"

Having been told to leave, Hai Tingzhou didn't dare say anything more and respectfully led Meng Luosheng away.

Before leaving, he didn't forget to apologize to Sang Ying again and beg for forgiveness.

After Sang Ying locked the door again, Gu Shu popped up again. "That silly boy seems to have a high status in the Hai Household. He deliberately offered himself up, why don't you take the opportunity to accept him?"

Sang Ying let out a heavy sigh of relief, without answering.

As the local tyrant of Haizhou City, it would naturally be more beneficial to be on good terms with the Hai Household than to be on bad terms with them. However, in the book, the future lord of Haizhou City is not named Hai Tingzhou.

This young master from the direct line is likely one of the candidates for succession. If he ultimately loses in the competition, how could I, with my master-disciple relationship with him, not incur the resentment of the new city lord?

Tsk, she's probably really gotten herself into trouble!