I didn't expect that Old Gong would say such words.
Chang Xin was momentarily stunned, then he leaped up suddenly, rushing to the position of the cliff wall.
Just in time, as the fish was about to breach the surface, Chang Xin kicked onto the cliff wall with one foot and caught the fish with one hand!
The red carp suddenly struggled, causing Chang Xin's arm to tremble.
As he was about to use the momentum to leap back, his foot suddenly slipped, and he plunged with a splash into the pool.
Old Gong was momentarily stunned, and he muttered something unintelligible.
Liang Yu pursed her lips and her face flushed.
The other spiritual horse immortals smiled but did not speak, while Liu Taixuan remained silent.
Chang Xin swam back with great effort, and when he climbed up from the railing, he spoke in an unnatural way: "That place is very slippery... I made a mistake..."
"Let's go to the roasted fish, I'm going to look at the wind and water with Little Wu," Old Gong turned his head away, not wanting to look at Chang Xin.
Chang Xin looked extremely embarrassed.
The crowd began to disperse, Wu Jinluan and Old Gong moved towards a certain direction, the sirs followed, the spiritual horse immortals set up camp where they were, Mr. Liu Taixuan and Mr. Zhang Zhiyi sat on a set of steps.
Liang Yu was right next to the two of them.
Chang Xin walked a little further to some places, picked up dried branches and leaves, and made a small campfire. He started processing the fish in his hand.
I'm certainly not hungry, but even Old Gong thinks there are benefits to eating this fish. This counts as a good opportunity, so naturally, I should eat it.
"Old Gong wants me to show my face, am I letting him down by eating this fish? He's got a sharp tongue but a kind heart. I really can't do anything..." Chang Xin's face looked a bit pale.
"It's a different way of comparison," I said.
"What's different? Even without comparing with the Young Master, what Liang Yu said was correct, Mr. Luo. You and I... we used to be able to exchange blows, but now, I'm afraid I can't withstand a single move from you. I'm still stuck in place..."
"Maybe, I'm not even an opponent to Liang Yu." Chang Xin said, the bitterness in his words was even stronger.
For a moment, I didn't know how to comfort him.
"I've tried my best, I'm not any less than anyone else. It's just that at this moment, I feel like she's moving away from me, that's why I came out. Usually, I've been very diligent, but I..."
"Is it because I'm naturally stupid?" Chang Xin looked even more lost and dispirited.
"Yes, status?" I felt something in my heart.
"Status?" Chang Xin was puzzled.
"When I was in the lower nine flows, I studied and practiced hard for ten years and couldn't beat my cousin. After different statuses, different inheritance, we seem the same, but in fact, we're not the same."
"I also know a person who has always been provided with the best resources from childhood to adulthood. Even if he's not particularly interested in practicing martial arts, he will always surpass others."
"I know that person. His status is similar to the Young Master of Iron Mountain. Moreover, he is also a diligent student like the Young Master." I explained.
"But I can't change my own status, can I?" Chang Xin looked exceptionally distressed.
"Sssss." The sound of a snake's tongue hissing filled the air, as a willow fairy snake landed on Chang Xin's shoulder, its head moving as if to comfort him.
"My intention was not for Chang Xin to feel more inferior, but to tell him that this wasn't his fault."
But I never expected that Chang Xin became even more self-conscious.
"Mr. Luo... I'm worried that by doing this, Liang Yu might find me annoying. With no skills and still pestering her? Her status is also different, the presence of the ferret... "
Chang Xin's words were still not finished, but I asked counterclockwise: "What if I hadn't discovered her?"
"Never forget the person who digs the well when you drink water. If this is the case, if Liang Yu really becomes repulsed by you, turning your head and leaving is her loss." This was my best attempt at consolation for now.
Chang Xin lowered his head, he didn't say anything, and carefully roasted the fish.
Soon, the aroma began to spread, and the fish skin's oil sizzled.
Not long after, Chang Xin handed me the roasted fish.
He buried the campfire and sat cross-legged in a different place.
I didn't speak again, as there were many things that, if they were already decided, had to be figured out by Chang Xin himself.
The taste of the fish was very rich, fresh and fragrant, with a texture like garlic bulbs, and a hint of sweetness. I really felt a sense of nourishment, even permeating my heart and soul.
This is completely different from the sense of relaxation after a body soaked in a medicinal liquid. My limbs and every part of my body seem to have opened up.
The sound of footsteps suddenly approached.
I caught a glimpse of it, and it was Liu Taixuan coming this way.
Liu Taixuan nodded at me, but he walked over to Chang Xin's side.
After opening his eyes, Chang Xin slightly felt uneasy and immediately stood up.
"You have to keep up with this level of strength, which is quite a hardship for you. On the day we went up the mountain, I already knew about your temperament and thoughts."
"However, since Zhiyi has expressed his stance, and Little Yao is willing to follow him, you can't hold onto your status and insist on doing things your way. This is somewhat delaying her progress."
"I'm directly telling you these words, not to pressure you with my status, but for you to think about how to make your choice."
"Don't make Zhiyi unhappy and don't make that girl, Little Yao, feel embarrassed. In the future, I will take you as my disciple." Liu Taixuan was being very straightforward.
This further demonstrates his doting on Liang Yu and the overall support of Tieluo Mountain for Zhang Zhiyi.
"The Liang family... they acknowledged me... I..." Chang Xin's words were cut off before he could finish.
"Liu Taixuan replied: 'Acceptance? I heard Little Yao mention that this acceptance only means that he has been following her relentlessly, making it difficult for her.'"
"Chang Xin, people should know when to be sensible."
"I..." Chang Xin's eyes began to reddish.
"If you become my disciple, your status and position will change. If you want to marry a beautiful and talented person, it's just a small matter. As for the future, it's limitless. If you have talent, you can even establish your own branch. This won't disappoint Liang Yu."
Liu Taixuan continued.
He's really giving a slap first and then a sweet treat.
I can't really understand how it feels, but I know that it must be very uncomfortable.
However, it's not appropriate for me to interfere.
After all, Liang Yu has her own choice, and I can't force her, can I?
Can only say that I think this person is just like that.
In addition, Chang Xin is now a member of Tieluo Mountain, and taking a disciple is a domestic matter.
"Thank you, Vice President... I... understand." Chang Xin's expression became increasingly pale. Suddenly, he untied the button at his chest, letting his robes slide down, revealing the white inner shirt underneath.
"Chang Xin!" I whispered.
Chang Xin did not speak, turned his back, and walked swiftly in the direction of the mountain valley!
"Humph!" Liu Taixuan's face briefly showed a trace of dissatisfaction.
It's clear that Chang Xin's action of taking off his Tieluo Mountain robe had angered him.
Their voices weren't loud before, and even I could only hear them faintly. From a distance, people couldn't hear them at all; they were just looking this way.
At this moment, Liang Yu rushed over, her face already looking bad. Now it was even more uncomfortable. From her eyes, there was still a trace of unease and worry.
"Grandpa Vice Master..." Liang Yu started to speak.
Liu Taixuan said, "He's as useless as old wood that can't be carved. I sent him back to the mountain and said I would take him as a disciple, but he left in a huff instead. Little Yao, what I said was right, wasn't it? You really had misjudged him."
As he spoke, Liu Taixuan looked at me with a friendly expression, but the meaning was obvious.
