CHAPTER 520
"The Good Master"
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Golden light swirled, materializing into a long robe against the white backdrop—the style Su Cheng often wore.
Though it wasn't particularly distinctive—it looked quite ordinary. That was Su Cheng's style: ordinary.
Su Cheng exhaled deeply. Being a master was easy enough, but being a good one was another matter entirely.
Glancing at the four cultivation manuals he'd prepared the night before, Su Cheng gave a wry smile.
His First Disciple, Ye Qinghan, defied everyone in this world except Su Cheng himself and still needed guidance.
The second disciple possessed a pure and kind nature, unlike Ye Qinghan who would kill at the slightest provocation. Yet, he was overly thoughtful, lacking initiative, and hesitant in his actions. He too needed to be tempered.
The third disciple, Dongfang Jue, was a middle ground—meticulous and tactful in his actions. Yet he was still too naive, prone to harboring idealistic illusions about this cruel world, and needed to mature.
The fifth disciple, Miaomiao, possesses remarkable resilience. She is decisive and independent-minded, yet remains unshaken by external pressures, steadfastly holding true to her core principles. Among the five disciples, she truly holds the greatest potential.
This stems from her tragic past. Yet that same suffering has also made her timid. While Su Cheng has no doubt she would wield her sword against enemies, it remains insufficient.
Su Cheng still needed to make Miao Miao understand that many things in life won't come to you if you don't fight for them. The world isn't filled with so many windfalls that fall from the sky.
As for Chu Youwei, Su Cheng hoped she would understand that she existed not for someone else, but to seek her own path.
Like Miao Miao, she should have her own aspirations and pursue the fulfillment of her life's worth.
Thinking of this, Su Cheng felt an overwhelming urge to find someone to take his place…
These disciples were all his precious treasures. Yet if the aforementioned issues remained unresolved, without his protection, they would inevitably suffer heavy losses sooner or later.
Standing before the mirror, Su Cheng composed his emotions and expression, exhaled deeply, then stepped out with a stern face.
In terms of cultivation aptitude, these disciples were undoubtedly one in ten thousand—geniuses among geniuses.
But to become immortals, to become true powerhouses, cultivation and strength alone were insufficient.
No one is invincible, and no one remains invincible forever. To cleave the heavens with a single sword strike, the first step is not to enhance the sword's power, but to transform the habitual act of gazing upward at the sky into one of looking down upon it…
Stepping into the main hall, just as Su Cheng's divine sense had detected, the five young disciples had been standing properly in the main chamber of Lingxian Hall for quite some time.
【Heh, judging by their expressions, they must be eagerly anticipating what I'll teach them, right?】
Su Cheng's face remained stern, his gaze carrying a chill that made the five disciples tremble inwardly.
Only Ye Qinghan, having heard her master's inner thoughts, remained utterly unfazed.
【Oh ho, this stubborn fox has some backbone. But she'll likely be confused soon enough~ Heh heh~】
"Qinghan greets the Master."
As the First Disciple, Ye Qinghan paid no heed to her master's inner thoughts. She couldn't care less, though she was quite curious about how her master planned to entertain them.
Seeing this, the other direct disciples hurriedly bowed in greeting.
Su Cheng remained silent, her face devoid of even a hint of a smile, simply observing the young disciples kneeling before her.
Under normal circumstances, even if Su Cheng remained silent, they would rise on their own.
But as long as Ye Qinghan dared to stand, Li Shiyao would follow suit—Shiyao trusted her senior sister!
As for the other disciples, seeing those two rise would naturally prompt them to stand as well. Continuing to kneel wouldn't demonstrate loyalty; it would only make them look like they enjoyed kneeling.
But now was different. Ye Qinghan didn't dare rise, so naturally, none of them would be the first to make a move.
As for Chu Youwei, she didn't care. The Master's words were sacred edicts. Since the Master enjoyed seeing her kneel, then let the Master see her kneel! She was born for the Master; everything belonged to the Master~
Seemingly without the slightest intention of imparting any profound teachings, Su Cheng leaned lazily back in his chair. He picked up the teacup beside him, took a light sip, and then turned his gaze toward his First Disciple, Ye Qinghan.
At that very moment, Ye Qinghan, meeting his gaze, felt a surge of amusement. Perfect. She was in for trouble~
As this thought crossed her mind, Ye Qinghan watched Su Cheng kick his legs twice, seemingly finding the position uncomfortable, before he slowly spoke.
"Qinghan, your master needs a footstool. Go find one for me."
There was no such thing in Lingxian Hall, and this wasn't the first time Su Cheng had said it. This game wasn't the first time she and her master had played it either.
But in front of all her sisters…
Heh, her master really was a rascal…
Right before the four disciples, Ye Qinghan slid over to Su Cheng's feet and slowly lowered herself.
Su Cheng said nothing, simply resting her foot on Ye Qinghan's body.
Truth be told, Juer and Shiyao were well aware of Ye Qinghan's playful nature. After all, Lingxian Hall's walls weren't exactly soundproof, and they'd often overheard the sounds of passion. Still, witnessing it firsthand left them somewhat stunned…
Miaomiao had heard rumors, but seeing Ye Qinghan's utterly blissful expression now left her speechless…
As for Chu Youwei… she even felt a twinge of jealousy. Why hadn't he called her? She could do it too! If Master wanted, he could even remove the chair and sit directly on her!
【Can this guy actually get off on this? Sigh… Does embarrassment or shyness even exist for a fox spirit?】
【This guy is actually enjoying it… That look in his eyes—is he showing off to Chu Youwei? Showing off that she can be his footstool?】
【Judging by Chu Youwei's expression, she actually seems a bit jealous? Wait, what's there to be jealous about? Shouldn't she think I'm being way too much?】
【This wicked fox is seriously tough to deal with…】
And so, Su Cheng took a nap in the grand hall, sleeping straight through until the afternoon.
"Shiyao, wipe your drool."
Su Cheng awoke, though he made no move to rise. He merely lifted his gaze to glance at the little ones kneeling before him.
Chu Youwei wore a calm expression, kneeling perfectly still and obedient.
Miaomiao was the same, though her expression held an added tinge of reverence.
Dongfang Jue was the first to catch Su Cheng's gaze. He immediately straightened his posture and nudged Li Shiyu beside him with his elbow.
As for his second direct disciple, Li Shiyao, her head was now drooping as she slept, drool having soaked a patch on her chest.
"Ah! Senior Sister! It wasn't Shiyu who ate it! It was Jue'er!"
Startled awake by Su Cheng's words, Li Shiyu shouted in her sleep and tried to run away, but Dongfang Jue grabbed her…
Though not the brightest, Li Shiyao possessed tremendous childish strength! Dongfang Jue clung to her skirt, yet she dragged him several meters before finally realizing it was all a dream!
Seeing her master's icy expression, Li Shiyao could only offer an awkward, sheepish smile before leading Jue'er back to kneel properly.
Su Cheng paid Li Shiyao no mind. With a sweeping gesture, four golden-glowing books materialized in midair, slowly descending before the assembled disciples.
Seeing this, everyone rejoiced. Previously, cultivation techniques were recorded on jade slips, but these resembled sword manuals—likely the Master's self-created supreme techniques!
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