Novel Full Chapter 874: 359: Rumors
Chapter 874: Chapter 359: Rumors
A single strike already revealed the disparity; that young man was indeed quick-witted, realizing the situation was unfavorable, he dared not escalate the matter recklessly.
Planning to turn and leave…
But, still too naive.
This is the Ziyang Escort Agency.
Su Mo opened the door for business, living the Jianghu life.
At today’s pupil acceptance ceremony, they came to provoke this trouble. If Su Mo ignored it and let them go, wouldn’t he be looked down upon by those present today?
However, making a huge fuss over just these two wasn’t necessary.
They weren’t worth that attention.
Therefore, Su Mo merely raised his hand slightly, and two forces suddenly shattered the air and shot forth.
The two people who were just about to depart from the Ziyang Escort Agency, sprinting hastily, were immediately immobilized on the spot, unable to move even a tiny bit.
Only their faces, one still frozen with astonishment, the other with a hint of blame and urgency.
Those around saw this and instantly understood that their acupoints had been struck.
Yet, Su, the Chief of the Escort, was so far away; how was this done?
Or, was there a Ziyang Escort Agency master hidden among the crowd?
As the thought turned, they could not solve this mystery at the moment, nor were they overly curious.
Then they saw Su Mo accepting the tea offered by the disciple, letting the two stand, and spoke a few encouraging words.
Xu Lu already had a name in the Jianghu.
However, his title of “a startled swan’s shadow falling in flying snow” sounded romantic, but the reputation was ultimately not very pleasant.
Su Mo encouraged him, advising him to guard himself and never slack off.
As for Zhaodi.
Su Mo looked at her twice, with some pity in his eyes.
After a slight pause, he finally spoke:
“Zhaodi…
“Your life has been tragic; as your master, I hope you don’t always dwell in self-pity.
“Joining my school, learning my martial arts, you must also learn the way of life.
“The name Zhaodi is not conducive for traveling Jianghu in the future.
“Yet it is the only thought linking you to your origin family, so keep it as a nickname from today.
“Your parents gave you this name hoping for another child, a boy.
“I, as your master, have a different view.
“Your master’s wife, though a woman, is no less skilled in martial arts than any man.
“You entered my gate, naturally no weaker than others.
“Therefore… I give you the name ‘Shengnan.’ Do you accept?”
“Shengnan…”
Zhaodi was stunned, looked up at Su Mo: “Yu Shengnan?”
Su Mo nodded gently.
Zhaodi thought no more, just bowed her head to Su Mo:
“Thank you, master, for bestowing the name.”
Su Mo nodded, then stood up and smiled at the guests, saying:
“I am grateful to all friends who came today to witness my pupil acceptance.
“Now, both disciples have been accepted.
“Traveling the Jianghu, there will inevitably be challenges, and I hope all Jianghu friends can lend a hand.
“I, Su, am deeply grateful.”
Upon saying this, he clasped his fists, bowing to all around.
“Of course!”
“Su, the Chief of the Escort is too modest.”
“These two are clearly exceptional people.”
“Jing Hong Feixue is already outstanding among people; rather than me helping him, it’s more like him helping me.”
Everyone immediately responded in turn.
Jianghu is not only about fights but also about social connections.
When personal connections are valuable, they are prioritized; when not, then it’s about strength.
Currently, in this Jianghu, Su Mo’s connections are most valuable.
With these words set today, Xu Lu and Yu Shengnan’s future in Jianghu life, though unlikely to be all smooth sailing, would start much higher than average.
With little more to say, they took seats, and Su Mo again led Xu Lu and Yu Shengnan to meet various Jianghu seniors and peers.
Among them, Yu Shengnan was originally a junior, so it was naturally not an issue.
Xu Lu felt somewhat embarrassed,
Initially able to interact on equal terms, now becoming a junior.
Fortunately, he was thick-skinned and not overly concerned.
Others dared not take advantage either, all indicating mutual understanding.
The banquet lasted until nearly evening when hosts and guests parted happily.
Yet throughout the day, people wandered through various parts of the escort agency, always glancing at a corner of the courtyard.
Where a young man and woman had stood all day.
As people left in small groups, naturally, they couldn’t help but glance back at them.
Some pointed, some chuckled.
Just making the two haughty Nanhai ‘experts’ seethe with internal frustration and anger.
Unable to move, they could only endure, otherwise, they would have long been in a heated battle with these Donghuang natives.
And yet, their hearts were inevitably awe-struck.
What immobilization technique had paralyzed them?
Having tried over ten techniques to channel their chi to free themselves throughout the day, they found themselves at an immovable standstill.
Unable even to recognize which acupoints were struck…
The more they attempted, the more anxious they became.
Though unable to communicate, the same thought arose.
Could it be… this young escort agency chief is indeed the foremost expert in Donghuang?
Having just entered Donghuang themselves,
Today even was their first step into Luoxia City.
Just coincidentally arrived at Su Mo’s pupil acceptance celebration.
Not yet understanding what was happening, they blended into the crowd, adding to the excitement.
Saw Su Mo, a young man in his twenties, being hailed as the top expert.
Unabashedly, accepting disciples here.