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Chapter 222: Accepting Disciples (Part Two)

    

the previous strange emotions were cast aside.Yesterday we talked about…The two of them took turns speaking and listening until the team found a suitable place to set up camp and cook. When they stopp...The daughter-in-law's questioning gave Xu Huaiyi the enthusiasm to brag, although he hadn't become a disciple yet, it didn't stop him from showing off, "I understood too little before, after Li Yun Ting explained the relationships to me, I truly realized how thick Sun Yu's legs were, shining like gold..."

I thought he only had a father who was the Minister of Finance, but I didn't know that he also had a very famous master named Shi Xiu. Although he is now deceased, his several disciples are very successful and very active in court. Guess who they are

Gu Huanxi rolled her eyes. Where would she even begin to guess

Xu Huaiyi chuckled and said, “One is a Zhaowu School Officer at the rank of sixth grade stationed in Xishan Camp, one is a Cavalry General stationed in the northwest at the rank of fifth grade, and there's another even more powerful figure, the Commandant-in-Chief of the Jinyi Guards, at the rank of fourth grade. This person holds great power, and few people in court dare to openly offend him. Both the Commandant-in-Chief and the Cavalry General are orphans adopted by Shi Xiu. One is named Shi Zhuo and the other is named Shi Jie. Shi Zhuo is the elder brother, Sun Yu ranks third. The one stationed at Xishan Camp is named Liu Haoran, the youngest of them all, but his family background is not low. He is the legitimate son of the Zhenyuan Hou Mansion. When the founding emperor established the Dayong dynasty, he bestowed titles on those who had followed him in conquering the world. However, he only granted two Marquises, three Counts, and five Barons. This shows how valuable these titles are…"

Upon hearing this, Gu Huan's focus shifted to, "Looking at it this way, among these four brothers, Sun Shifu seems to be the worst off."

Xu Huaiyi said, "Huh" He was a little dumbfounded.

Gu Huanxi raised an eyebrow playfully, "Isn't that so Those few all have real power, their official positions are at least fifth rank. What about Master Sun As a teaching master, he doesn't seem to have a rank, does he No, wait, I think he does, but it's very low, eighth or seventh rank, maybe"

Xu Huaiyi came to his senses and said, "Official position is unimportant; what matters is networking. In ancient times, the relationship between master and brothers was very close, almost like family."

Gu Huanxi glanced at him with a smile, "Aren't you curious why Master Sun is doing the worst He was in the Jinwu Guard before, closest to the emperor. The Imperial Guard is both leisurely and glamorous, his rank is higher, and his promotion is faster, but in the Martial Arts Academy, no matter how well he does, the best he can be is the Mountain Master."

Xu Huaiyi took over the conversation, "Shan Chang's rank isn't low, it seems to be third or fourth rank"

Is this the point

"Oh, right, right. The important thing is why Master Sun gave up such a good future and went to the Jingwu Academy. Could it be that he made a mistake or offended someone, and was demoted there"

"It's so contradictory, he has so many connections available to him, wouldn't they be willing to help him out"

"Huh Yeah, this definitely seems fishy."

Seeing him furrow his brows in thought, Gu Huan didn't disturb him. She continued to write her novel, this time a story with a strong female lead. Who knew if there was a market for that kind of story right now

After a moment, Xu Huaiyi said, “I’ll try to find out more later. But right now, the most urgent matter is finding a master. What do you think”

Gu Huanxi chuckled, "Didn't you already have a plan in mind"

Then it depends on your agreement too.

So, you're saying that if I object, you'll just drop it

Xu Huaiyi nodded without hesitation.

"Gu Huanxi sighed, "Since it's beneficial to you and can keep you safe, what do I have to object to If you want to pay homage, go ahead. We can't take advantage of the situation and be ungrateful. We should prepare everything properly, put a lot of thought into the gifts, even if they aren't too expensive, at least show sincerity."

Xu Huaiyi said, "Well, I understand. I've been thinking about this too, but we shouldn't be too proactive."

Gu Huanxi nodded in agreement. To take the initiative would diminish her value. Their current social standings were vastly different, and if she pursued him further, they would both be ridiculed for their imbalance of power.

Fortunately, Sun Yu has already shown a willingness to take on an apprentice. He just hasn't made it official yet. The next step is to find a way to make this known openly.

Xu Huaiyi spent most of the night pondering and came up with several plans.

However, it was unused.

The next day, Sun Yu went to him and took the initiative to propose becoming his apprentice. His attitude was mild, his words sincere, and his eyes were full of admiration and appreciation for him.

At that time, the morning training session had just ended, and everyone was resting.

Xu Huaiyi was suddenly called away alone. The people in Ding San Ban were still whispering privately, wondering if something had happened. Was it related to the ghost incident that night, or the duel

Anyway, it's impossible to be idle chat.

It's not idle chatter, but it's not the kind of business everyone guesses either.

Xu Huaiyi had just finished training, drenched in sweat. Suddenly, he heard Sun Yu's words and was so dumbfounded that he forgot to react.

This isn't playing by his usual rules.

Sun Yu saw his stunned expression and awkwardly cleared his throat. He knew very well that bringing this up proactively was a bit out of place. Not to mention his status as the direct descendant son of the Sun family, just his master being Shi Xiu, and having three powerful brothers, would be enough to make countless families in the capital want to send their children to him. In the past, he had refused without hesitation for one simple reason: he found it troublesome. Taking care of children was troublesome, and getting involved in the interests behind those children was even more so.

But Xu Huaiyi didn't have these troubles. First of all, at his age, he didn't need to be taken care of. Secondly, the relationships in his family were simple. Lastly, he genuinely admired Xu Huaiyi. This man was agreeable in every way and suited him perfectly. To encounter such a suitable person, who happened to be a student of the Martial Arts Academy, if he didn't accept him, it would be an insult to heaven's arrangement.

Originally, he wanted to wait a while longer, giving himself some time to save face. Ideally, he'd wait until Xu Huaiyi also expressed his willingness to become his disciple, letting things unfold naturally. But as the saying goes, "Plans are made by man, but circumstances are made by heaven." Lu Shanchang became curious about Xu Huaiyi and, if he didn't act soon, he would miss out on this opportunity.

"Aren't you willing"

Xu Huaiyi came to his senses and quickly shook his head, "How could that be To receive your personal guidance is a student's blessing. To be accepted as your disciple is an even greater fortune. It's something a student yearns for."

What he said was sincere and without any flattery.

Sun Yu nodded in satisfaction. That's right, his master wouldn't treat his apprentice poorly. At worst, if his son had something, he would also give the apprentice a share.

Xu Huaiyi may not know that the other party already regards him as their son. Changing the subject, he continued, "However, the student's aptitude is dull and his family background is humble. It's truly embarrassing to ask you to be my teacher."

Well, one has to maintain appearances, even if it's all insincere.

Sun Yu was leaning against his hand, he had already put on the air of a master. "Don't be humble, your aptitude if dull, our academy would all be a bunch of fools. As for your low family background, as a master, I don't care about these things, I only look at character and conduct and martial arts talent. You and I have the fate of master and disciple, that's enough."e village head felt relieved and went back to where the medicine was being boiled.Tonight, it was the eldest daughter-in-law of the village head and several nimble women from the village who were tend...