strokinit Chapter 78 Closed-Door Disciple
Chapter 78 Closed-Door Disciple
Lu Li walked into the inner courtyard with ease, pushed open the door, and went inside.
"Greetings, Master," Lu Li said respectfully.
Qin Yan nodded slightly upon seeing this and said:
"If Zhang Wu could know what you did today, he would probably be very happy."
He was referring, of course, to Lu Li sending someone to deliver money to Zhang Wu's sister.
Although people have different opinions on a matter, some people think that Lu Li might be putting on a show, but Qin Yan thinks that Lu Li has at least done such a good deed.
As for the rest, let others say what they want.
"I underestimated your magnanimity before." Before Lu Li could speak, Qin Yan spoke again.
Two months ago, he was initially suspicious of the "brotherly affection" that Zhang Wu and Lu Li displayed on Zhang Wu's sickbed, after all, he had heard about their affair in the dormitory.
The main reason is Zhang Wu.
However, since everyone was present, and for the sake of harmony, and most importantly, because he genuinely wanted to see this scene, he simply watched silently.
"If he had even a fraction of your humility and modesty, things wouldn't have turned out this way," Qin Yan sighed again.
Suddenly, he seemed to realize that he had said something inappropriate.
After all, when he called the sixth brother over, all he talked about was the fifth brother's affairs.
Qin Yan spoke again:
"Sixth brother, don't worry about it."
"With the fifth brother dead, this old man is still somewhat..."
Upon hearing this, Lu Li simply nodded silently to show his understanding.
He could tell that Master Qin was truly grief-stricken, and looked as if he had aged ten years.
Although he disliked Zhang Wu, he also felt that his master was loyal and righteous, which was a good thing.
"Alright, let's not talk about him anymore, let's get down to business!" Qin Yan put away the sorrowful look on his face and said seriously, "Sixth Brother, would you be willing to become my last disciple?"
Zhang Wu's death became a thorn in his side.
He has truly aged, his vitality no longer as vigorous as it once was. Now, with the unexpected death of the successor he had been grooming, the martial arts school, apart from Lu Li and Duan Kang, is facing a shortage of capable successors.
He always felt that since he came to Lin'an City, he had accomplished nothing.
Although he was still in relatively good health, he was aware that his decline would only accelerate with age.
If a suitable successor cannot be found, not only will there be no one to care for him in his old age, but the inheritance of Xingyi Quan may also be ruined in his hands.
The extinction of a martial arts lineage is a great disgrace for martial artists, no less than the loss of their offspring.
Therefore, upon seeing Zhang Wu's body, he felt not only grief, but also a deep concern about the future of his legacy.
He hesitated between Duan Kang and Lu Li for a very, very long time.
Duan Kang and Lu Li are similar in temperament; both are calm, low-key, cautious, and righteous.
To be honest, he wanted to take both of them as his last disciples.
But all his resources, connections, and everything else could only be entrusted to one person.
Duan Kang is of average to below-average physical constitution, but he is diligent and hardworking. Although he failed to pass the martial arts examination this year, he has a very high chance of passing next year and may even have the opportunity to become a master in the future. He is a good candidate.
Lu Li is loyal, respectful, grateful, calm, low-key, and cautious. He has only been practicing Dark Force for a month, yet he defeated a veteran Dark Force practitioner who was only a fraction of the late stage in the martial arts examination. This all demonstrates that his foundation is very solid.
Without a doubt, Lu Li is the most suitable person to take over his mantle.
It's just a pity... his innate talent is too poor!
The lower-middle ...
Unfortunately, there isn't enough time, and many people, despite their hard work and dedication, are unable to pass the test.
But Qin Yan wanted to give it a try.
Without Qin Yan's help, Lu Li would not have gotten to where he is today.
Many things and many opportunities only come once and are fleeting, and Lu Li is the greatest opportunity he believes he may encounter in his life.
If it succeeds, he will be overjoyed.
If it doesn't work out, then consider it a matter of fate.
"If you become my last disciple, from now on, no master of the Transformation Realm will dare to attack you. The only enemies you will face are your peers at the Dark Realm."
Qin Yan stared at Lu Li:
"As for your treatment, everything will be on par with Zhang Wu's. In addition, I will personally guide you in practicing boxing every three days and impart my insights."
Being personally instructed by a master of internal energy is no ordinary treatment; even Zhang Wu only receives instruction five times a month.
It can be said that Qin Yan's words were full of sincerity.
Lu Li was about to speak when Qin Yan interrupted him:
"Have you thought this through? Becoming my last disciple means that taking Huo Xiao's punch is just the bare minimum."
"Moreover, I have another condition."
Lu Li was taken aback, somewhat confused.
Are Tongbi Martial Arts School not the only enemy of Baihe Martial Arts School today?
"May I ask, Master, what are the conditions?"
Upon hearing this, Qin Yan snorted coldly:
"Kid, it's not like we're enemies, just a personal matter, nothing difficult!"
Qin Yan was somewhat annoyed.
How did he realize that his favorite disciple was being overly cautious?
If Qin Yan were to actually let him take revenge, he was genuinely afraid that the other party would say something like, "This disciple is dull-witted and of low strength; please seek someone more capable."
"Disciple Lu Li greets Master!"
Lu Li had no reason to hesitate any longer and bowed deeply to Qin Yan.
Qin Yan stroked his long beard with satisfaction as he watched this scene.
The day's frustrations finally found relief at this moment.
He's starting to crave dried persimmons.
He hasn't eaten that thing since Zhang Wu got injured.
"Alright, alright, get up." Qin Yan waved his hand. "We won't do all those complicated rituals, but we still need to follow the proper procedures for paying respects to the ancestral master and for the disciple to send a letter of respect to the master."
"And please include your family as well. I must meet your father, no matter what..."
Halfway through his sentence, Qin Yan's expression became somewhat unnatural.
He suddenly remembered that his parents, who were his last disciples, had gone to serve in the army and build cities, and he had been living with his uncle's family.
Immediately, Qin Yan spoke with a hint of apology:
"How's things going with your parents?"
"The government told me to wait for further notice," Lu Li replied truthfully.
Qin Yan snorted coldly upon hearing this: "Hmph, this is outrageous! I'll personally go and urge them tomorrow!"
"Thank you, Master!" Lu Li bowed again, expressing his sincere gratitude.
"My uncle is also related to my father, so we should bring them to the inner courtyard on the day of their apprenticeship. The whole family should at least meet each other," Qin Yan said again.
"This disciple understands." Lu Li bowed again.
Actually, he had the same idea.
After all, his third uncle's family had more contact with his master, so their safety would be guaranteed no matter what.
"Alright, alright, go and prepare the apprenticeship certificate." Qin Yan waved his hand.
As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Li nodded, then walked out of the room and went to the outer courtyard to continue practicing his boxing.
Once Lu Li disappeared from sight, a faint smile appeared on Qin Yan's face.
Just now, when Lu Li hesitated after hearing the request, he was actually feigning anger.
As the saying goes, "He who makes promises lightly is rarely trustworthy." Although Lu Li was a bit cautious, he was still someone who put his mind at ease.
Moreover, that matter was indeed a private one.