Chapter 104: Inspiration Flowing Like a


    Spring


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    Yang Zhen turned around to leave. This sudden change took Big Sister off guard. Her longsword screeched as itnded on the ground with a ng, causing the ground to tremble a bit.


    “Don’t go, Yang Zhen, it was my…I was reckless. The master always said that no one under the heavens could inherit his mantle, but he was always in search of a disciple. I think you’re the right person. You can’t go!


    Grabbing Yang Zhen’s arm, Big Sister hurriedly said, “We have to set off tomorrow. If you don’te with me to see the master, it’ll be the greatest loss in your life and perhaps a regret for him too.”


    Yang Zhen, full of arrogance, nced at the longsword on the ground, side-eyed Big Sister and asked, “So you’re inviting me?”


    “Yes, yes, I’m inviting you. Come and meet the master. I’m sure you two will find somemon ground. You might even be master and disciple which has always been the master’s greatest wish!”


    Yang Zhen nodded, looking at Big Sister with a strange expression, but he felt a wave offort in his heart.


    Apany the title “Big Sister” with a formidable woman holding that terrifying longsword-it only made sense. What good was just a cute young girl?


    Most importantly, Big Sister was beautiful and voluptuously built-a perfect match for such a grand title.


    Initially, Yang Zhen thought the longsword belonged to Little Huan, which was rather odd, it was not easy for Little Huan to handle such a weapon.


    Yang Zhen followed Big Sister towards the station. Behind the station, there was a huge boat, shaped like a de. This sight made Yang Zhen understand what the phrase ‘stand out from the crowd’ truly meant.


    Compared to this de-like boat, the other boats were but petty toys; they were like goods one could pick up for a mere ten dors at a roadside stall.


    The boat was shaped like a huge battle de, its de facing forward, exuding an endless aura of warfare. The back was akin to a thick shield, allowing the boat to take more onboard.


    Realizing Yang Zhen’s astonished expression, Big Sister shed a smug smile and said, “The de is one of thergest merchant ships on the Coast of the East Sea In fact, it is the best in performance. It was personally designed by the master, built in a way that many of its functions are controlled through the integration of prose and Dao.”


    Yang Zhen, utterly amazed, remarked, “The world is indeed filled with wonders. To be able to incorporate prose and Dao into a ship, the master is truly a man of remarkable ability!”


    Seeing Yang Zhen’s expression, Big Sister teased, “Who would have thought that you, a man with thick brows andrge eyes, could be so ttering?


    “Is this ttery?” Yang Zhen retorted, “These are sincerepliments. I admire anyone who can do something that I can t.


    As Big Sister was about to speak, Yang Zhen murmured, “Although there aren’t many things left in this world that I can’t do.”


    Big Sister:”…”


    The master wasn’t inside the station; he was aboard the de. ording to Lady Big Sister, the master hade to Xiushan City this time in search of an heir. He had never left the de, alternating betweenughing heartily and sighing deeply as he repeatedly recited a certain string of words in his room. Listened to this, Yang Zhen was a little nervous. Is this what all great literati were like? Or was there just a thin line that separated genius and madness? No wonder there was the saying “Only the mad be legends.” It seemed that one had to be truly mad to be someone above others.


    At least from the beginning of documented history up until now, there hadn’t been anyone ordinary who had left a legacy for centuries, for good or ill. Even if the most ordinary person ascended to greatness, the actions he took during that process would be deemed crazy.


    Yang Zhen wasn’t sure what this master was like, but he must have been truly extraordinary to have so many people look up to him. And if this master hadn’t been a true schr, he probably wouldn’t have so many disciples. After all, while some people in the world may be a little bit slow on the uptake, there weren’t anyplete idiots.


    Upon arriving at the de, Big Sister turned to Little Huan and said, “Little Huan, go tell the Master that Bell hase to seek guidance. She wants to introduce a young talent!”


    Little Huan, thrilled, dashed into the de, almost bumping into a gentleman with a fan and a robe as she entered.


    The gentleman gasped, hastily reached out to steady Little Huan, and said with a grin, “So it’s Miss Little Huan. Why so careless? Does Bell have urgent business?”


    Little Huan bowed in apology, saying, “Please forgive me, Young Master Lin. 1 was momentarily distracted. It was an identalpse on my part.” Young Master Linughed heartily and said, “No harm done!


    After parting the crowd, Young Master Lin spotted Big Sister Leader, breaking into heartyughter. He walked up, his demeanor carefree, and remarked, “I see Big Sister Leader has returned. When will you have some free time to indulge in heavy drinking with me? Drink till we drop?” Big Sister Leader nced at Yang Zhen and, pping his shoulder, introduced him, “This is Young Master Lin, Lin Shng. Despite his young age, he is already a leading schr in Dajiang Country. His literary prowess and cultivation skills are both exceptional. The professor likes him very much, too. He is one of the chosen disciples for this examination, also known as the distinguished Lin Shng!”


    Yang Zhen let out an ‘Oh’ in surprise and said, “Nice to meet you!


    “How modest!” Lin Shng responded to Yang Zhen with a bow and queried, “I haven’t the pleasure of knowing this gentleman’s name?” Although he was conversing with Yang Zhen, Lin Shng’s eyes consistently rested upon Big Sister Leader. His tant disregard for Yang Zhen was quite apparent as he evidently considered him inconsequential.


    As per Yang Zhen’s masculine intuition, thisd surely saw him as an adversary. He was the kind of adversary you needed to keep beneath your heel at all times. The jealousy zing deep within his eyes almost singed Yang


    Zhen’s eyshes.


    Yang Zhen’s most direct personality trait had always been tounch counter-attacks. He liked to ignite dangerous sparks to expose any underlying issues. It saved him from potential blindsidester on.


    Upon hearing Lin Shng’s words, Yang Zhenughed heartily and said, “But I am just an ordinary guy. I am Yang Zhen, one of the professor’s direct disciples, also known as the schr tyrant, Yang!


    A look of astonishment spread across Lin Shng’s face. A semnce of fleering appeared in his eyes as he said, “The professor’s direct disciple, Yang Zhen? The schr tyrant, Yang? Aren’t you afraid of bing the subject of mockery, Young Master Yang? The professor indeed intended to take on a disciple, but he is yet to settle on a suitable candidate. Aren’t you being a little presumptuous? I’m afraid you’re embarrassing yourself!” Yang Zhen sighed heavily and responded very seriously, “It’s a shame. It appears the professor did not inform you about this.” Lin Shng jerked abruptly and red at Yang Zhen, demanding, “What did you say?”


    It was clear in Lin Shng’s eyes, now glimmering with murderous intent, that there was something fishy about it. He was indeed an intriguing young man. Had he been allowed to grow and evolve, the consequences would have been unimaginable. No wonder the professor didn’t take him in.


    The professor surely would have noticed such a human disposition, which even Yang Zhen could decipher, wouldn’t he?


    Yang Zhen was puzzled why the professor would keep such an individual on the ship, only to have him hailed as one of his potential disciples?


    Yang Zhen broke into a heartyugh and noted, “What I meant was, could you please step aside? I’m off to meet the professor.”


    Lin Shng stared at Yang Zhen with a suspicious smile on his face and taunted, “The professor won’t entertain riff-raff like you, I’m afraid!” Upon hearing this, Big Sister Leader instantly furrowed her eyebrows, preparing to retort. Just then, Yang Zhen shoved Lin Shng’s shoulders apart and casually strolled on.


    “It’ll be clear whether it’s a wolf or a mutt after some time!


    Thud!


    Big Sister Leader couldn’t help but burst outughing at the scene. Holding onto Yang Zhen’s shoulder for support, both of them swayed and walked away in peals ofughter.


    “Shng…Shng is a mutt, oh my, Yang Zhen, how…how did youe up with that, you…you’re killing me.”


    -Why else would they call me Yang schr tyrant who spouts knowledge like a gushing spring?”


    “I’m sorry, it was me who got you involved. However, despite Lin Shng’s narrow-mindedness, he does have significant talent. You shouldn’t have offended him.”


    “Why didn’t you say it earlier?”


    “Would you have listened if I did?”


    “No!”


    Lin Shng watched Yang Zhen’s retreating figure with venomous and sinister eyes. After a while, the corners of his mouth curled up into a strange but yful smirk, “Yang Zhen, it looks like you’re interesting!”


    Having said this, Lin Shng followed them!