48 Ju Liu (1/2)
”4-4 star master teacher...”
While it wasn't anything special to have a 4 star master teacher as the story progressed towards the higher kingdoms, having one in such a backward kingdom was just simply...
”Indeed. The most peculiar thing that made me curious is the fact that not only is your flame of a relatively high grade, your learning speed and manipulation of knowledge to form a unique technique for yourself can only be described as top grade for a young man like you.”
Lu Fengyi swallowed in anticipation. Since the master teacher was of the fourth level, that would mean that his cultivation was completely beyond the Zhizun realm. Even if he were to resist, there would be no way for him to fight back against this monstrosity of a character.
Keeping a straight face, Lu Fengyi responded, ”Such praise is undeserved. Instead, I am the one in awe. To achieve such greatness at a young age, senior must be a genius that even the heavens would be jealous of.”
The master teacher grinned at him, ”Haha, unfortunately so. I became drunk on the attention I got when I ascended to become a 4 star master teacher at the age of 17, causing my temperament to turn arrogant and distasteful. Young man, if you ever obtain large amounts of power, always remember that arrogance is not the key to development, rather an amicable, flexible, however unyielding temperament is the optimal choice.”
Lu Fengyi's eyes bulged in surprise, 'This man looks as if he's twenty of more, yet he just said that he ascended to become a 4 star master teacher at the age of 17.'
Seeing Lu Fengyi's expression, the master teacher chuckled lightly, ”You must be confused as to why my supposed age conflicts with my appearance. To tell you the truth, I'm only 18 this year, however this appearance was granted by my master and I cannot remove it until I complete everything I need to do.”
Lu Fengyi nodded.
”Hmm, if there is anything you'd like to ask, you can speak you know. You don't have to treat me differently just because my identity has changed somewhat.”
Seeing that Lu Fengyi still had his mouth shut, waiting for him to speak, the master teacher sighed, ”Young people these days... aren't they all a little too antisocial?”
Lu Fengyi's mouth twitched in humour. This man had just told him that he was 18. That meant that there was almost five year gap between their ages, and yet he had just been called a young person. Calming himself and willing a little confidence, Lu Fengyi spoke out, ”My apologies. My name is Lu Fengyi and I'm a student of the Hongtian academy.”
The master teacher grinned broadly, ”Now you've opened up! Nice to meet you Lu Fengyi. Mine is Ju Liu, but you can call me directly by name if you wish. No need for the formalities.”
Lu Fengyi was about to respond when he saw Ju Liu's frowning expression. Instantly back on guard, Lu Fengyi asked tentatively, ”Is there anything wrong, Ju Sui?”
Lu Sui eased his expression, however his brow was still creased thoughtfully, ”No, nothing much. It's just that your name sounds extremely familiar. You said that you attend the Hongtian academy...”
”Mm...”
”Shit, where did I hear that name before... it's at the tip of my tongue...”