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Chapter 24 Initiation Ceremony, and a Quick Departure

"Master wants to see me?"

Seeing Su Chen's confused look, Li Mo felt helpless, but still nodded and said, "Nonsense, have you forgotten something?"

Now, Su Chen was even more confused.

Seeing this, Li Mo slapped his forehead and sighed, "You've already mastered the Iron Wire Fist, so why does Master want to see you?"

Upon hearing this, Su Chen suddenly realized: "Master, you're going to take me as your disciple?"

"Hmm." Li Mo nodded slightly.

He then looked at Su Chen with a strange expression. Qin Hao was overjoyed after being accepted as a disciple by Hong Ming.

Why is it that when it's Su Chen's turn, his face doesn't show much expression, and he even looks a little tired?
What exactly does this guy do every day?
So much so that he forgot about such an important matter and had to be reminded by his senior brother?
"Alright, you can go to the martial arts school tomorrow. The auspicious day that Master has chosen is tomorrow."

Li Mo gave a heartfelt reminder.

Su Chen nodded solemnly: "Don't worry, senior brother, I will definitely be there tomorrow."

Although Su Chen spoke with great confidence, Li Mo was still somewhat uneasy, so he said, "Don't forget like last time. This time, becoming an apprentice is a matter of your reputation and future prospects."

"Senior brother, what makes you say that?" Su Chen asked.

Li Mo countered, "Do you know why Master chooses an auspicious day to hold an initiation ceremony for new disciples?"

Su Chen shook his head.

Li Mo didn't mind and said:
"The initiation ceremony is not something that only our Hong Family Martial Arts School does; basically all the famous martial arts schools in the city do it."

There are two purposes. One is to formally accept you as a disciple, signifying that you have become a formal student of the martial arts school.

On the other hand, it's about showcasing your strength, allowing you to affiliate with gangs or shops and earn extra income.

"I see you're really short on money. After tomorrow, maybe some small gangs and shops will seek your protection, and then you can charge them a 'affiliation fee'."

Upon hearing this, Su Chen, who had initially paid no attention, was immediately moved.

There was nothing he could do; he was poor!

Despite Li Mo's repeated assurances that he would definitely arrive the next day, Li Mo still insisted on picking Su Chen up the next morning.

He then told Su Chen some details about becoming his apprentice before leaving.

After Li Mo left, the sky gradually darkened.

Su Chen took a shower and then went out to eat.

After finishing his meal and returning home, Su Chen, who was finally able to relax, didn't idle around. Instead, he took out the medical manual that Zhu Yan had given him and started reading it.

After reading for five minutes, Su Chen reluctantly closed the thick medical encyclopedia.

It's not that I don't want to watch it, it's that I don't understand it.

This medical manual contains too much and too many complex contents; it is simply not suitable for a beginner like Su Chen.

It's more like a notebook, containing essential medical knowledge that requires a certain level of background knowledge to understand.

"Forget it, I'll stop looking at it for now. I'll buy some basic medical books when I have some free time in a few days and learn the basics first."

Silent all night.

Just as Li Mo had predicted, he arrived as promised the next day.

Upon seeing Su Chen's attire, they clicked their tongues in amazement: "Clothes really do make the man. You look much more energetic in these decent clothes. Alright, come with me."

After saying that, he led Su Chen through the crowd, and the two arrived at the martial arts hall.

"Senior Brother Li Mo!"

Upon entering the martial arts hall, some disciples who were practicing early greeted Li Mo, and then turned their attention to Su Chen.

Clearly, the news that Hong Ming wanted to take Su Chen as his disciple had already spread throughout the martial arts school.

"Is this Su Chen? He looks even younger than Senior Brother Qin Hao."

"Not only is he young, but this Senior Brother Su is also very talented. It is said that his cultivation speed is even faster than that of Senior Brother Qin Hao."

"real or fake?"

"Of course it's true. Haven't you noticed that Senior Brother Su never comes to the martial arts school to practice?"

"They've discovered it, but what does that prove?"

"Idiot, Senior Brother Su can cultivate so quickly even without coming to the martial arts school, doesn't that prove his talent!"

"Hearing you say that, Senior Brother Su Chen is truly terrifying!"

The courtyard became somewhat noisy because of Su Chen's appearance. Just like when Qin Hao became a disciple, everyone's attention was no longer on martial arts practice, but rather focused on Su Chen.

The inner court.

Li Mo brought Su Chen to Hong Ming, who had been waiting for a long time.

"Master, Junior Brother Su has arrived," Li Mo said respectfully.

Hong Ming nodded, then turned his gaze to Su Chen and said, "Hold out your hand, let me take a look."

Upon hearing this, Su Chen stepped forward, stood in front of Hong Ming, and reached out to control the iron wire on his arm.

"The color is a little darker, it seems you've been practicing for quite some time." Hong Ming nodded in satisfaction and asked, "Su Chen, would you be willing to become my disciple?"

"Disciple is willing."

"it is good!"

Hong Ming nodded in satisfaction and instructed Su Chen and Li Mo to begin preparing for the initiation ceremony.

Not long after, Zhou Tao and his group arrived, and Qin Hao was among them.

Upon seeing Su Chen, Qin Hao's expression was clearly somewhat unnatural, but he still greeted Su Chen.

Besides Zhou Tao and his group, there was another stranger who Su Chen had never seen before.

"Her name is Fang Rou. She's a new disciple that Master took in recently. You weren't there at the time, so you didn't know. If you had come to become a disciple earlier, she would be your junior sister."

Taking advantage of the break, Li Mo quietly introduced the situation to Su Chen.

Su Chen looked at Fang Rou and found that she was also looking at him with her bright, watery eyes.

Seeing that she was looking at her, Fang Rou smiled and greeted her.

Soon, the apprenticeship ceremony began, and it was no different from Qin Hao's apprenticeship ceremony.

Some rules were introduced to each disciple, and then they offered tea and formally became disciples.

About half an hour later, Su Chen officially became Hong Ming's tenth disciple.

Zhou Tao and others offered their congratulations to Hong Ming and Su Chen.

Lunch was also eaten at Hong Ming's house, and after the meal, everyone took their leave.

“Junior Brother Su, Master instructed me to spar with you. Let’s start this afternoon, and I’ll see how well you’ve practiced your boxing.”

Li Mo led Su Chen to the inner courtyard, a designated area for cultivation, and said...

After hearing this, Su Chen was pondering how to tactfully refuse Li Mo when he heard footsteps approaching.

"Junior Brother Li Mo, I have something to say to Junior Brother Su," Zhou Tao said with a smile.

Li Mo glanced at Su Chen, then silently stepped aside, vaguely guessing what Zhou Tao was about to say.

Qin Hao, standing to the side, subtly twitched at the corner of his mouth, but remained silent.

"Junior Brother Su, I wonder if you're free tonight? I'm hosting a banquet at Zuixianlou and was thinking of inviting you to join us so we can strengthen our bond as fellow disciples," Zhou Tao said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Li Mo looked at Su Chen, hesitated, and finally let out a soft sigh.

Seeing Su Chen deep in thought, he had already vaguely guessed Su Chen's choice. Although he felt helpless, he respected it.

At this moment, Su Chen cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Senior Brother, but I have important matters to attend to and I am afraid I cannot go. Please forgive me, Senior Brother."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Tao's smile froze slightly, but he quickly chuckled and said, "In that case, I won't force you."

After saying that, he took his leave with Qin Hao and the others.

“Junior Brother Su, you…” Seeing Su Chen refuse Zhou Tao, Li Mo looked at Su Chen with a complicated expression.

Unexpectedly, Su Chen looked at Li Mo very seriously and asked, "Senior Brother Li Mo, are you free tonight?"

Li Mo was taken aback and looked at Su Chen, only to hear Su Chen continue, "I'm treating, but not to Zuixianlou."

"Have."

For some reason, his nose felt a little sore, but he still nodded.

"Okay, I'll come find you then."

After saying that, Su Chen turned and left.

Li Mo, who was completely bewildered, came to find me?
When Li Mo came to his senses, Su Chen had already vanished, leaving him with a wry smile: "That kid!"

(End of this chapter)