I am just a mortal, why do you all worship me as a saint?

Chapter 47: Trivial Matters Regarding Taking on Apprentices

Old Gu Tou was well aware of his own abilities.

The "Tao" contained in Gu Heng's calligraphy is far beyond what he can understand and comprehend in just a few days. To be honest, when he first arrived, Old Gu was worried that his plaque carving was not good enough.

After all, they were very generous in giving away the entire scroll.

“Since Mr. Gu has come all this way, I must treat him well. Please come inside and have a seat. I will hang up this plaque first.”

Gu Heng warmly invited Old Gu to enter the clinic.

“Okay.” The old man nodded quickly.

Since such a highly accomplished person had invited him into the house for a chat, he naturally wouldn't refuse. Gu Heng first hung up the plaque, carefully wiped away the dust, and was very satisfied. The signboard looked very grand and stylish, and combined with his clinic, it would definitely attract many patients.

Old Gu Tou walked into the front hall, and was so startled by Su Jinxi, who was leaning on the medicine cabinet, that his eyebrows twitched violently.

Nine-Lives Demon Cat?

This clan is extremely arrogant.

Moreover, given Old Man Gu's own cultivation level, the fact that he couldn't see through much of the demon cat's strength shows that the opponent's strength was much higher than his.

However, given Young Master Gu's status and strength, this Nine-Lives Demon Cat has no right to be arrogant in front of him.

Old Gu went to the back room, and Gu Heng followed. Then he took the tea leaves he bought from the system store, brewed them with hot water, and poured a cup for Old Gu.

The aroma of tea filled the air. Old Gu Tou felt much more invigorated by the fragrance. He picked up his cup, took a sip, and found the taste excellent. He couldn't help but praise, "This tea... is quite good."

It has a sweet taste and a medicinal quality, so it's not your average tea.

Old Gu Tou felt that he probably didn't have enough knowledge to know what kind of treasure this was, but he was very pleased that this senior was willing to treat him with such high standards.

"Haha, I don't have anything worth showing off in my clinic," Gu Heng said with a chuckle.

He didn't think much of the tea, but everyone else who drank it said it was good, including the old servant of the Bai family, Zhuge Qian, and even this old man.

That's good, at least this thing doesn't cost money to buy.

"By the way, that young man from the other day, you should have taken him on as your apprentice too, right?"

Gu Heng started talking about trivial, everyday things. "Ah, not bad. Although I didn't care much about him at first and he kept bothering me, seeing how patient he was, I eventually couldn't resist his persistent pleading. I've never taken on a disciple before, so taking one on... wouldn't be bad."

The old man smiled and stroked his beard.

The main reason was that he felt he simply didn't have the discerning eye to recognize talent.

The main reason he actually accepted Lu Yan as a disciple was because Gu Heng said he had good talent, and the young man was indeed very persistent. Old Gu felt that accepting a disciple was not a bad idea.

After all these years, he had been obsessively pursuing the ultimate truth, never thinking that his understanding and skills should not be forgotten along with him.

The name "Qianbi Shamo" still carries some deterrent power, so if that's the case, then by training this disciple, he can be considered a "respected master" in the future.

"Ah, you won't lose out by taking him as your apprentice, trust me."

Gu Heng smiled, burying his envy deep in his heart.

The young man's clothes and appearance were so rich, his family must be very wealthy. For someone of his status to be so persistent in wanting to learn calligraphy from this old man, putting everything else aside, Gu Heng thought his attitude was quite good, and he was a promising talent being deliberately cultivated.

Moreover, once you've acknowledged a master, it's only natural to be filial to him.

Putting everything else aside, the young man will set up a new shop for this old man, making it grand and impressive; that's just basic stuff.

Gu Heng felt a little envious.

Other people's disciples are all wealthy and powerful, but his disciple was picked up from an alley. Moreover, because of her, he even made enemies with the local gangs outside Yunling City. He doesn't know when those cultivators will come knocking on his door to settle scores, and then his clinic will have another mouth to feed...

He used to run a clinic in Qingmu City and lived alone. Sometimes when the clinic had no business and he was short of money, he would make sugar pills to fill his stomach. But he can't do that now.

Qin Yiyao is still growing, so she should eat nutritious food regularly.

He suddenly felt the weight of life.

It's not without its advantages; at least Qin Yiyao is beautiful. Such a young and innocent beauty will definitely become even more beautiful as she grows up.

"Since Young Master Gu has said so, I will naturally do my best to train him."

Hearing Gu Heng say this, the old man Gu was certain that taking Lu Yan as his disciple was definitely the right thing to do. Perhaps a hundred years from now, his only disciple, Gu Yin, would be a powerful figure who had entered the Dao through calligraphy and would be famous far and wide.

I feel incredibly accomplished.

"Master, I'm back!"

As the two were chatting animatedly, Qin Yiyao's voice came from outside the door. "Oh, my little apprentice is back."

Gu Heng smiled.

Hmm? This Senior Gu has actually taken on a disciple?

What kind of extraordinary person would that be?

Thinking this, Old Gu looked towards the door. Qin Yiyao leaned out halfway and looked inside, just as Old Gu was looking her over. She then looked Old Gu back at him.

"You're back. It's alright. I'll start making lunch now. Oh, by the way, this is Mr. Gu. He lives in the west of the city and specializes in carving plaques for people."

Gu Heng explained.

Qin Yiyao blinked and obediently called out, "Mr. Gu."

Her voice was gentle and sweet, and Old Gu's mood instantly improved.

"Oh, I'm just making a brief visit and I'm about to leave," the old man replied cheerfully.

Qin Yiyao lowered her head.

A Tribulation Transcending stage cultivator? Is there really such a powerful expert hidden in Yunling City?

She sensed the ancient man's hidden aura and judged his cultivation level, but Qin Yiyao had never known before that Yunling City was actually full of hidden talents.

When she entered the front yard, she noticed the plaque hanging above the clinic. She actually stood there looking at it for a long time, about fifteen minutes.

Because the words on that plaque contained a sharp and profound meaning that Qin Yiyao still couldn't understand.

That is something that only those who have attained enlightenment through calligraphy and have achieved a high level of skill can carve.

The old man sized her up for a moment, then looked away.

He couldn't see anything. "This little girl is only at the second level of Foundation Establishment, and she looks to be about fifteen or sixteen years old. Her talent is quite poor..." The old man stroked his beard, thinking to himself.

However, Old Gu didn't dwell on it.

This little girl may seem to lack talent, but her eyes are clear and bright, containing depth and wisdom, as if they have accumulated extraordinary experience and temperament, revealing a composure and tenacity that are inconsistent with her age.

This girl is clearly not as simple as she seems.

The reason it looks simple is that Old Man Lao just thinks he's old and his eyesight is failing, and he doesn't have the ability to judge people.