"Where's the State Preceptor? Who … Who is this old man? "Feng Ziyong immediately asked his trusted aide.
Very soon, a guard ran over in advance and recounted what had happened at the entrance. Feng Ziyong and Feng Zishan were both shocked.
"An appraiser invited by Third Brother? Senior Shu? I've never heard of him. "Feng Ziyong's eyes widened.
"Third Brother, I didn't expect you to be so secretive!" Feng Zishan said meaningfully.
They were naturally shocked, especially when they found out that this Senior Shu had subdued the State Preceptor the moment he appeared and even tore off the State Preceptor's five-ringed sleeve.
Not only was the State Preceptor not angry, he even knelt down to apologize and went back to reflect.
Feng Ziyong could be seen pinching his thigh. It looked like he thought he was dreaming.
Feng Zishan's reaction was obviously much faster than Feng Ziyong's. He sat down almost immediately and pulled Feng Ziqian over, as if there was a deep brotherly bond. Then, when he saw the senior walking over, he said, "Third Brother, you're really amazing. Quickly introduce this senior to me."
Feng Ziqian was even more dumbfounded than him.
"I … I don't know him!"
These were Feng Ziqian's exact words, and they were the truth.
Feng Zishan's expression froze, thinking that Feng Ziqian had said that on purpose.
"Third Brother, you sure know how to joke!" Feng Zishan immediately bowed at Shu Xiaolou with utmost respect.
Feng Ziyong was dumbfounded by this scene.
Feng Zishan's thoughts were simple. If this Senior Shu could make the State Preceptor kneel and apologize, how could he be an ordinary person? Just then, Feng Zishan seemed to recall something. He had heard that the Heavenly Jade Academy had such a profound background that the royal family wouldn't dare to meddle with. There was also a legendary figure in the academy, and it was said that the previous masters of the Beast Evaluation Pavilion were all his students.
At first, Feng Zishan thought that this was just a legend, but now, he believed that this legend was probably true. Today, he had seen this legendary figure with his own eyes.
This was the only way to explain the State Preceptor's kneeling and apologizing.
Hence, this bow of his didn't make him look bad at all.
Thinking further ahead, if he could establish a good relationship with this legendary figure, he might receive even greater benefits than the support of the State Preceptor.
Lin Jin was currently standing behind Shu Xiaolou. When he saw the man bowing deeply, he knew he must be a prince.
It could be judged from his clothes and demeanor.
"Feng Zishan greets Senior Shu. Today, Zishan is fortunate to be able to see Senior's immortal face. It is my honor."
Many people in the surroundings saw Feng Zishan's actions. Some were puzzled, while others secretly gave him a thumbs up. Compared to Feng Zishan, the First Prince Feng Ziyong was a little more wooden. Right now, Feng Ziyong was still thinking about who this old man was. He even wanted to find the Grand Preceptor and ask him about it.
Shu Xiaolou merely nodded at Feng Zishan's greeting before turning to glance at Lin Jin, asking him if he should wait or go in first.
Lin Jin had no idea. Fortunately, Feng Ziqian came to his senses. Although he didn't know what exactly happened, Appraiser Lin must have called this old man here.
That was enough.
And so, Feng Ziqian hurried over and ushered Lin Jin and Shu Xiaolou into the hall.
Behind them, Feng Ziyong and Feng Zishan began conversing softly with the Rank 4 beast appraisers they had invited. They were obviously discussing Senior Shu.
By the time everyone entered, Feng Zishan's expression was burning with passion. He would occasionally glance at Shu Xiaolou with a hint of intimacy in his eyes.
Feng Ziyong's expression turned complicated.
His greatest reliance was the State Preceptor, but to think that the State Preceptor would be reprimanded by this Senior Shu. Logically speaking, the man was an enemy, not a friend. But Feng Ziyong was no fool.
He could only curry favor with this Senior Shu, not antagonize him.
Now, he understood why his second brother would bow to Senior Shu. It was because the man had noticed this from the start.
Everyone had different thoughts.
Feng Ziqian had also learned about what happened from his trusted aide. He was now the most excited of them all and wanted to ask Lin Jin about it in detail. At the same time, Feng Ziqian had a huge question on his mind.
The Senior Shu he met at Lin Jin's Peach Blossom Abode wasn't like this. Could there be two Senior Shu?
Feng Ziqian wanted to ask but Lin Jin knew it wouldn't be easy to explain so he waved his hand. "Don't ask. I wouldn't know what to say even if you ask. Let's get down to business first."
Business first was to settle the matter of today's banquet.
Feng Ziqian understood the gravity of the situation so he quickly nodded. However, his doubts only deepened.
After Shu Xiaolou took her seat, no one dared to disturb her. However, Lin Jin, who was familiar with Shu Xiaolou's personality, knew that she was doing this on purpose.
Then, Lin Jin leaned over and whispered, "Thank you for what you did earlier."
He was referring to how the State Preceptor made things difficult for him and how Shu Xiaolou stood up and reprimanded the State Preceptor. Shu Xiaolou opened her eyes and whispered back, "It's nothing."
Just then, an envoy came in to announce that the Thousand Island Nation's envoy had arrived.
"Everyone, let's welcome them outside."
Feng Ziyong had to follow the Crown Prince's example. Having said that, he got up and headed outside.
The others followed suit, including Feng Zishan and Feng Ziqian.
The other Rank 4 beast appraisers did the same. Shu Xiaolou was the only one who remained unmoved. However, given her status, no one dared to say anything.
Finally, Appraiser Yan seized the opportunity to whisper to Lin Jin, "Appraiser Lin, you're not being nice."
Lin Jin knew Appraiser Yan would say that so he feigned ignorance. "What do you mean, Appraiser Yan?"
"You're still pretending?" Appraiser Yan was furious. "Yesterday, when Mr. Zhong and I went to look for you, it was Senior Shu who stopped us. Back then, I guessed that you knew Senior Shu. But today, it seems like it's more than that. Senior Shu reprimanded the State Preceptor because the State Preceptor was against you. Appraiser Lin, it seems like your relationship with Senior Shu isn't that simple."
Lin Jin knew that Appraiser Yan was a veteran Rank 4 beast appraiser with excellent judgment. This couldn't be hidden from him.
"I only got to know Senior Shu recently," Lin Jin answered honestly.
Appraiser Yan chuckled and said, "Introduce me."
"No problem," Lin Jin agreed readily.
Appraiser Yan paused for a moment before whispering, "Right, I've been wanting to talk to you about Appraiser Yang. Strictly speaking, Appraiser Yang isn't a bad person. I think there must be some misunderstanding here."
Appraiser Yan was clearly referring to the incident where Lin Jin was attacked.
Although there was no conclusion yet, the entire academy was spreading rumors that Appraiser Yang was the one who attacked Appraiser Lin out of jealousy. After failing, he fled and his whereabouts were still unknown.
Lin Jin nodded. "Appraiser Yan, you're right. I think there must be some misunderstanding."
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