Chapter 282: Chapter 44: Tricking the Master! I’m a Professional (6500-word Chapter)_3
"Enough, Junior Brother Yunhao, just admit defeat and step down," Faang You’an said loudly.
Continuing to fight will only end in him being worn out.
The disciples of Eternal Spring Valley excel at prolonged battles; once given the chance, they could drag things out indefinitely.
There’s no point in fighting any longer.
Jiang Yunhao looked unwilling, but had no choice. He immediately withdrew his sword techniques, feeling ashamed, and said, "I lost. This Senior Brother is truly impressive."
Admitting defeat, he felt a sense of awe.
This is indeed the Purple Mansion Academy, a place full of hidden talents, unlike his small Guardian City.
"Thank you for going easy~" Wang Shouzhe beamed, cupping his hands, "It’s just that Shouzhe is a few years older. When Junior Brother Yunhao reaches my age, you’re unlikely to be inferior to me."
He’s a mature adult.
He came to the Academy to expand his network, not to make enemies, so naturally, he had to save face for others.
Sure enough, upon hearing this, Jiang Yunhao’s expression relaxed considerably, and his appreciation for Wang Shouzhe increased significantly.
Immediately, Jiang Yunhao humbled himself and, genuinely impressed, said, "Senior Brother Shouzhe has great character! I hope to learn more from you in the future, if possible."
Speaking thus, he willingly jumped off the stage.
What was initially a cause for enmity was deftly turned around by Wang Shouzhe, planting a seed of friendship for the future.
This junior is quite something.
Faang You’an inwardly praised, yet maintained a smiling demeanor, and said loudly, "Junior Brother Shouzhe is exceptionally skilled. Any excellent disciple from the Profound Ice Hall want to go up and spar?"
Several excellent disciples in their thirties and forties immediately chimed in with "Let me," "I’ll spar."
This attests to the fighting spirit of the disciples from the Profound Ice Hall.
Even facing Wang Shouzhe’s formidable skill, they were utterly undaunted, instead spurred on to compete.
"Everyone!" Jii Mingyu said loudly, "I believe Junior Brother Shouzhe possesses the qualities of Celestial Pride. I can’t resist the itch to spar, so please give me a chance, brothers and sisters."
Upon hearing that Jii Mingyu was joining, those who had been eager to participate previously promptly backed down.
If Jii Mingyu steps in, Wang Shouzhe is sure to lose!
"Jii Mingyu."
Seeing him getting involved, Wang Shouzhe murmured softly.
Though expecting this scenario, he discreetly signaled towards the sky.
Changchun Ascendant understood and once again enveloped the two of them with his expansive spiritual sense, asking, "Kid, what’s up now?"
"I’ve heard of Jii Mingyu," Wang Shouzhe frowned, appearing troubled, and said, "His strength is extraordinary, I fear I am not his match."
"Kid, at this crucial time, how can you shrink back? At least hold your ground before retreating, right?"
Changchun Ascendant was feeling cheerful, but upon hearing Wang Shouzhe’s intention to withdraw, felt discomforted. Although he knew Jii Mingyu was indeed formidable, chances were high that Shouzhe wouldn’t win.
"Ascendant, it’s unavoidable," Wang Shouzhe sighed "helplessly", "I heard he possesses a Middle Grade Upper Profound Ice Element bloodline, is twenty years older than me, and his cultivation is nearing Mid-stage Spirit Platform Realm. Without going all out, I hardly stand a chance."
"What?" Changchun Ascendant and Binglan Ascendant, eavesdropping, were both stunned.
The kid’s implying that if he gives it all he’s got, there might still be a chance.
Binglan Ascendant laughed furiously, his voice ringing within the space held by Changchun Ascendant’s spiritual sense, "You brat, you boast too much! Do you think my disciple Jii Mingyu is one of those random stragglers that anyone can just beat?"
"Well... to inform Binglan Ascendant," Wang Shouzhe explained softly, "I mean, I need to go all out to stand a chance."
Isn’t that the same?
Binglan Ascendant was quite upset, letting out a cold snort.
"Fine, fine, fine." Changchun Ascendant, on the other hand, was surprised and delighted, saying, "Kid, let’s go all out to win this one, so Binglan Ascendant can have a good look."
"No, the cost is too high," Wang Shouzhe shook his head.
"A price, huh? Alright then, I will make up for that," Changchun Ascendant said, brimming with bold spirit, "If you win, I’ll give you five Immortal Tree Leaves."
Immortal Tree Leaves are remarkable items, even a single one greatly functional during battles. For those seriously injured, consuming it quickly leads to recovery.
They’re treasures difficult to buy outside.
Binglan Ascendant’s eyebrows twitched upon hearing, thinking, Changchun, you’re really willing to pay to win one over me.
Unexpectedly, Wang Shouzhe still shook his head and said, "I’m not lacking Immortal Tree Leaves, and I’m quite capable of healing myself. It’s merely a superfluous benefit for me."
"Then what do you want? Anything I can provide," Changchun Ascendant said with a determination to go all out.
"Since the Ascendant is so sincere." Wang Shouzhe finally said contentedly, "Give me a Longevity Fruit, and I’ll deliver a satisfactory result in this battle."
"Longevity Fruit!" Changchun Ascendant said in surprise, "You, you, you brat, how do you know I have a Longevity Fruit left? Could it be that Lvwei told you?"
"Ascendant, I was just asking casually, who knew you’d actually have one," Wang Shouzhe said leisurely, "To win this battle, the price is too great and needs to be compensated with a Longevity Fruit."