"Quack?"
When Tian Long, who had a respectful expression on his face, saw this scene, his body stiffened as if someone had smashed him in the head with a club.
What should she call him?
Master?
Who was Master Yuanyu? A true master physician, an existence on the same level as his grandfather, Elder Tian. He is respected wherever he goes, and even Emperor Shen Zhui has to treat him with respect.
Even a genius like him, a famous figure in the younger generation, would have to be very careful when speaking to him, and not dare to raise his voice for fear of offending him. Yet, someone like that … was actually respectfully running up to this young man who was even younger than him, and calling him … grandmaster?
His attitude was as if he had met his idol …
Damn, what's going on?
More importantly, he had just questioned how this fellow was qualified to be addressed as a master when Master Yuanyu immediately rushed over. This was a slap to his face...
Tian Long felt his face contorting and his lips burning.
However, that wasn't the end of the matter. Initially, he thought that given Master Yuanyu's esteemed status, this lad would definitely feel honored and gleeful. Yet, the other party frowned and asked, "Did we just meet a few days ago?"
Frown?
What the hell are you frowning for?
The corners of Tian Long's mouth twitched.
The other party was an elder, and it was only out of politeness for him to say that he had not seen him for a long time. Yet, this fellow actually exposed him right in front of his face...
Zhang Xuan thought that Master Yuanyu would be infuriated by this, but instead, he slapped his forehead in realization, "Yes, yes! It's mainly because I hung the master's painting in my room and looked at it every day. The more I looked at it, the more I felt that there was a huge gap between our standards. That's why I forgot that we just met a few days ago. "
"It's just a painting, what's there to look at? If you really want to learn, I can teach you!" Zhang Xuan nodded.
"Alright, thank you very much then..." Master Yuanyu was so agitated that his beard curled upwards.
Thump!
Tian Long swayed and felt as if there was thunder in front of him.
Yuanyu... Are you still a master? Why did he look like a primary school student now?
Learn from this kid? What the hell was he learning?
Does he have the qualifications?
"He …"
Unable to hold himself back any longer, he turned to look at Bai Xun.
"Miss Zhang is a true master painter. Even Master Lu Chen is impressed by him. If he isn't worthy of the title of master, who else is worthy of it?" Bai Xun is gleeful as he looks at Zhang Xuan in disdain.
Who asked you to act tough!
This time, he was speechless!
Look at how arrogant you were just now. Don't you know the immensity of heaven and earth? You're the one who doesn't!
"A master painter?"
Only then did Tian Long recall that not only was Master Yuanyu skilled in the Way of Medicine, he was also skilled in painting.
However, no matter how he thought about it, he couldn't understand what kind of level this teacher of the academy, who wasn't even twenty years old, had reached. Even a true master painter like Yuanyu would praise him so highly.
Although painting was not as popular as the Way of Tea, it was still one of the Nine Paths professions. It was very difficult to master it.
"Perhaps it is because he has copied the works of some predecessors that he has gained some fame. Master is just a respectful title. Otherwise, given his age, even if he were to learn painting from birth, it is impossible for him to reach the level of a master..."
The Way of Tea was similar to painting. He knew how difficult it was.
He had been learning the Tea Ceremony since he was seven years old. It had been 18 years since then, but he had only reached the second level of the Tea Ceremony, Restoration to Simplicity.
In terms of alchemist ranking, he was equivalent to a high-tier apprentice alchemist. There was still a long way to go before he could become an official alchemist.
The other party was younger than him, so how could he have reached the level of a Master?
Master was a title given to an official occupation.
Just like how an official apothecary could be addressed as a master apothecary, an official painter, or a painter who could produce a painting of the fourth level could be addressed as such as well.
A lad who wasn't even twenty could produce a painting of the fourth level?
That was no different from saying that he could brew a tea of the fourth level. You must be joking!
...
Not knowing that Tian Long didn't believe his words, Zhang Xuan noticed that Master Yuanyu had attracted a lot of attention when he came to look for him. Thus, he waved his hands and said, "You should get busy first. If you really wish to learn, you can look for me when you are free!"
The reason why he came here was to meet the three master teachers and ask them about the black aura in his body. He didn't want to stand out too much. After all, it was important to keep a low profile!
If this fellow were to follow him, how could he keep a low profile?
It wasn't in line with his character and requirements!
"Yes, I will head over there first. When I am free, I will look for Master Zhang to learn from him." Master Yuanyu knew that his identity was too eye-catching. If he were to continue staying here, he would definitely attract unnecessary trouble. Thus, he clasped his fist and left.
Those who reached the pinnacle were the teachers. Even though the other party was young, he was able to produce a painting of the fifth level. Just based on this, he was worthy of his respect and learning.
...
Too engrossed in shock and anger, he didn't hear the conversation between the two clearly. When he looked at Zhang Xuan laoshi once more, not only was he not impressed by him, he was even angrier.
It wasn't a secret that he liked Huang Yu. This was also the reason why he had always been at odds with Bai Xun.
Knowing that Huang Yu would be attending his grandfather's birthday banquet, he specially learned a tea brewing technique to show off. However, before he could do so, he was slapped in the face by this fellow. Not to mention, it was a painful slap at that. It was already impressive that he didn't retaliate.
"Even if he isn't a true master, to be able to get Master Yuanyu to pay him a visit personally, he must be extraordinary..."
Even though he was angry, he didn't lose his composure. Just as he was thinking about how he could humiliate this fellow as well, an idea suddenly popped up in his mind.
"Right, they are here today as well. Someone reported to me just now. I was too focused on waiting for Xiao Yu that I didn't have the time to meet them. It will definitely be interesting to meet them..."
At this point, he stepped forward and said, "Miss Zhang, I'm really sorry. I didn't know that you are skilled in painting and I hope that you can forgive me for my offense!"
Even though he said that he was sorry, there wasn't the slightest hint of embarrassment on his face.
Towards this kind of two-faced fellow, Zhang Xuan couldn't be bothered to hold it against him. Thus, he waved his hands casually and said, "I'll let it go this time, but don't do it again!"
"You..."
Hearing that the other party was lecturing him like a teacher scolding a student despite his polite words, Tian Long felt stifled once more and he nearly exploded.
Can't we still have a proper conversation?
I heard that those who are skilled in painting are usually cultured and refined. How can this fellow anger me to death with just a few words...
Is he really a master painter?
Tian Long clenched his fists so tightly that they nearly exploded. However, the more furious he was, the more he couldn't show it on his face. A cold glint flashed across his eyes and a smile appeared on his face, "Yes, I will take note of it in the future. We don't know when Liu Shi and the others will arrive. Why don't we wait for them upstairs? As long as they arrive, they will definitely see us!"
If those who were familiar with him were to see his expression, they would know that someone was going to be in trouble.
"This..." Huang Yu hesitated for a moment before turning to look at the young man beside her.
Even though she was an assistant master teacher, Zhang Xuan was a peer of Master Lu Chen. Thus, she wasn't willing to make the decision on her own.
Zhang Xuan nodded his head.
Previously, when Master Yuanyu paid a visit to Zhang Xuan, many people had already noticed him. To him, it was the same for him to wait upstairs. In any case, he was already delayed for the day, so there was no need for him to rush.
"Alright!" Seeing him agree to it, Huang Yu agreed to it.
Upon seeing this sight, Tian Long felt even more frenzied.
He didn't know the relationship between Zhang Xuan and Huang Yu. Thus, he thought that the two of them were exchanging flirtatious glances with one another...
Intense jealousy caused his face to twitch, ready to explode at any moment.
The second floor of the main hall was where guests were entertained. Guests could drink tea or sit by the window to admire the scenery. From here, one could overlook the entire manor. It was as though a massive garden, and it was extremely pleasing to the eye.
Following the staircase, the four of them headed up.
The second floor was filled with private seats. Many people were already seated, drinking tea and chatting merrily.
Those who were able to attend Elder Tian's birthday banquet were all famous figures in Tianxuan Kingdom. Their standing wasn't low, and they had their own personal maids to serve them.
These maids seemed to have specially trained themselves in the Way of Tea. Their movements in brewing tea were fluid, and they exuded a unique sense of beauty.
"This way..."
Tian Long led the way. As he walked, he glanced left and right, seemingly looking for someone. Suddenly, his eyes lit up and he stopped.
"Brother Lu, Brother Wang, why didn't you inform me that you were coming? I didn't even know that you were here..."
Following the direction of his voice, he saw two people seated not too far away.
They were the star teachers of Hongtian Academy, Lu Xun and Wang Chao.
They were here to attend Elder Tian's birthday banquet as well.
"Tian Long, are you doing this on purpose?" Seeing how this fellow brought them here, how could Huang Yu not know the other party's motive? Her face darkened.
Everyone knew that Zhang Xuan laoshi was going to compete with Lu Xun laoshi, and the two of them were like fire and water. To bring them here, it was clear that Tian Long harbored ill intentions.
"Xiao Yu, what are you saying? Didn't I just see Brother Lu and Brother Wang? Since we know each other, why don't we sit down and drink some tea together? At the same time, you can also try out my cooking. "
The corners of Tian Long's lips curled up as he sneaked a glance at Zhang Xuan.
Brat, weren't you very arrogant a moment ago?
'Don't do it again '? Next time your head!
Now that Lu Xun laoshi is here, what master, what expert... Let's see how you can continue acting!
Lu Xun and Wang Chao didn't expect to meet Zhang Xuan here either. Wang Chao frowned and turned to look at Tian Long, "Brother Tian, didn't you check the invitations for Elder Tian's birthday banquet? Why is it that anyone can enter? "
Hearing those words, Tian Long nearly leaped up in excitement.
He had long heard that Wang Chao had an impatient personality, but he didn't expect him to be so formidable.
He was still worried about how he could bring a conflict over, but this fellow immediately went straight to the point.
Even though Tian Long was overjoyed, he intentionally put on a troubled expression, "I have definitely checked the invitations. Assistant Master Teacher Huang Yu and Bai xiao wangye were personally invited by me. As for this... Miss Zhang, even though I didn't invite her, since she is their guest, it isn't my place to say anything..."
"Guest? A low-level teacher can be considered as a guest? "
Wang Chao sneered.
Zhang Xuan was only a low-level teacher in the academy. He wasn't even a high-ranking teacher, needless to say, a star teacher. In terms of standing, he was indeed not qualified to attend Elder Tian's birthday banquet.
"Enough, Wang Chao!"
Lu Xun waved his hands, interrupting his good friend's sarcasm. Glancing at Zhang Xuan, he said calmly, "My apologies, Miss Zhang. Wang Chao has always been a straightforward person, and he doesn't follow the rules. However... This isn't a place where you should be. Hurry up and return. Don't let Huang Yu xiaojie get scolded because of you, and don't let Hongtian Academy's reputation be tarnished! "
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