The Apprenticeship Ceremony [4 Updates]

"What? Taking on apprentices on behalf of the master?"

"What exactly is that old bastard Zheng Yue from Flying Eagle Martial Arts School up to?"

Inside a magnificent mansion in the barbican of Shabang.

Shi Yuanbai frowned upon hearing the news that the Flying Eagle Martial Arts Academy was holding an apprenticeship ceremony.

Everything about this is strange.

First of all.

The former headmaster of Flying Eagle Martial Arts School died decades ago. Could he have come back to life?

Second.

Even if the disciples made their own decisions after his death, why did they choose an old disciple who was already over sixty?

Leaving aside Zheng Yue, Qian Hong, the head of the Flying Eagle Martial Arts School and the president of the Martial Arts Association, is a figure on par with his father, Shi Fengsha. It is precisely because of Qian Hong's restraint that his father has been unable to extend the reach of the Sha Gang into Baisha City.

A person whom even his father, Shi Fengsha, is so wary of must be top-notch in both martial arts and cunning.

They won't do anything absurd.

"Strange, truly strange."

"Could it be that Zhong Xuan has something special about him?"

Shi Yuanbai pondered for a long time but still couldn't figure it out.

He had met Zhong Xuan before.

When the Riverside Academy opened, he had sent a congratulatory gift. At the time, he thought that Zhong Xuan was nothing special except for his age.

In retrospect, perhaps I misjudged the situation.

"Young Master, do you think we should also send a congratulatory gift?"

The members of the Sand Gang standing in front of Shi Yuanbai asked cautiously.

Shi Yuanbai narrowed his eyes slightly:

"I will not only send a gift, but I will also tell you that I will make a special trip to congratulate you."

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Crackling and popping.

The strong smell of gunpowder and white smoke filled the entrance of the Flying Eagle Martial Arts School.

Nowadays.

It was the joyous day when He Bailiang, the former master of the martial arts school, accepted a disciple.

He Bailiang was not a native of Baisha County, but anyone who was older knew of his reputation. Even now, many storytellers still turn his exploits in the martial arts world into stories.

Although the owner of the martial arts school who once dominated Baisha County for ten years has passed away twenty years ago.

The person is already dead, yet he's still taking on apprentices.

Not only that, but he also took on an old apprentice who was over sixty years old and almost in his grave.

So many new things.

The Flying Eagle Martial Arts School had spread the news a few days ago, naturally attracting many onlookers.

"Master Yuanxiao of Kaiyuan Martial Arts School has come to offer his congratulations!"

"The Funing Trading Company has come to offer their congratulations!"

The martial arts disciples standing at the entrance of the Flying Eagle Martial Arts School, singing congratulatory songs, were practically spitting fire from their mouths.

People have come to offer their congratulations so much that they've worn down the threshold.

Seven days ago.

Under the instruction of the master, Flying Eagle Martial Arts School sent out invitations.

As one of the most capable fighters in Baisha County, Qian Hong naturally deserved respect.

Therefore, all the influential forces in Baisha County sent people to offer their congratulations, and even some masters, sect leaders, and association presidents came in person to support them.

The other end.

Inside the spacious main hall of the Flying Eagle Martial Arts School.

"Brother Zhong, you kept this from me for so long!"

Zhang Lie, the patriarch of the Zhang family, strode in with a loud voice.

Zhong Xuan, Qian Hong, and Zheng Yue, the three brothers, stood side by side.

Upon seeing that it was Zhang Lie, Zhong Xuan, the protagonist of the day, smiled and cupped his hands, saying, "I was just about to tell Brother Zhang."

Zhang Lie glanced at Zhong Xuan, who was being protected by Qian Hong and Zheng Yue, and clicked his tongue inwardly.

"Nothing less than defying fate."

The mere fact that he is Qian Hong's junior brother is enough to place Zhong Xuan among the top talents in Baisha County, and he might even be better than him.

Moreover, to become the junior brother of someone like Qian Hong, one's martial arts cultivation must be quite high.

"It should have already reached the stage of bone training..."

Zhang Lie was startled.

He knew that Zhong Xuan had only started practicing martial arts two years ago, but now he had made great strides and reached a higher level than him.

"If he were a few decades younger, he probably wouldn't be the former master of the Flying Eagle Martial Arts School's apprentice, but would have been snatched up by a major sect in the prefecture or even the state."

His mind raced.

Zhang Lie walked up to Zhong Xuan and his two brothers and said, "Today I am doing this on someone else's behalf."

"What do you mean?"

Zhang Lie chuckled and took out a gilded letter from his robes:

"This is a congratulatory letter personally written by the head of Zijintang, who instructed me to deliver it on his behalf."

A handwritten congratulatory card!

There were many people sitting in the main hall, all of whom were important figures in Baisha City. When they heard that Dan Yun had personally written a congratulatory letter, they were all invigorated.

Dan Yun is the head of the Zijin Hall, and like Qian Hong, he is a powerful expert who has reached the Great Perfection of the Tendon Refining stage.

Time is more valuable than gold.

The willingness to spend time writing a letter is far more valuable than sending a precious gift.

A momentous event that will elevate our national pride!

Not only Zhong Xuan, but also Qian Hong and Zheng Yue showed surprise.

Soon, Qian Hong smiled and shook his head: "Brother Dan is indeed like this. Junior Brother Zhong, just accept it."

Only a few people in Baisha County knew that Dan Yun, such a martial arts master, actually had a penchant for literature and calligraphy.

Zhong Xuan accepted the congratulatory invitation. He originally wanted to admire the original work of Dan Yun, the young martial arts master, but as soon as he opened it, his mouth twitched uncontrollably.

It's not that it's ugly, it's downright unbearable to look at.

It's not much better than childish scribbles.

"Thank you for your kind offer, Master Dan. I appreciate it very much."

Zhong Xuan laughed and invited Zhang Lie to take the seat of honor.

No matter how the handwriting is, no one else can see it anyway. As long as the congratulatory letter is delivered, it will make him look good.

No matter how the handwriting is, no one else can see it anyway. As long as the congratulatory letter is delivered, it will make him look good.

Zhang Lie had just sat down when he heard his disciples outside shouting congratulatory messages, "The Sand Gang has come to offer their congratulations!"

Upon hearing the name "Sha Gang," many people in the room straightened up.

With the arrival of the Sha Gang, the three major forces in Baisha County were all gathered together.

Shi Yuanbai walked into the main hall under the watchful eyes of everyone.

There was no excessive fanfare.

He said a few kind words and then quietly found a seat.

Those familiar with this young master's temperament would know that he is probably hiding something strange.

With the arrival of Jiang Li, the clerk who came to offer congratulations as the acting magistrate, the apprenticeship ceremony brought together the strongest forces in the county.

Everyone has arrived.

The apprenticeship ceremony has just begun.

Master He Bailiang has long since passed away, so kowtowing and offering tea can only be done in front of his memorial tablet.

After Zhong Xuan finished doing all this.

Zheng Yue, the eldest disciple, coughed lightly, stood up, cupped his hands in greeting, and addressed the audience on behalf of his master: "Thank you all for coming today."

"My master is away on a long journey. I am not talented enough to carry on his swordsmanship. Fortunately, I met Junior Brother Zhong. Since it concerns the inheritance of martial arts, I made the decision for my master. From now on, Junior Brother Zhong will be my master's third disciple."

"I hope all the folks in Baisha County will take note."

The words fell.

Zhong Xuan then took over Zheng Yue's words: "Thank you all for coming to witness the ceremony today. My Flying Eagle Martial Arts Academy has prepared a banquet, everyone..."

He hadn't finished speaking.

Then a man with a chiseled face sitting next to Shi Yuanbai said, "In Baisha County, there's a rule for apprenticeship: the guest must test the apprentice's martial arts skills on behalf of the master."

"My swordsmanship is alright, so consider this a humble offering as a congratulatory gift to get the ball rolling."

Some of the old men who had been dozing off suddenly perked up and opened their eyes.

The main show has begun!