A passerby in a horror movie

Although Awei also contributed this time, he didn't have a good impression of Awei.

Awei knew he had feelings for Ren Tingting, but Ren Fa would never agree to them being together.

After all, Awei wasn't a reliable person, and his family wasn't very well-off, so he wasn't a good match for Ren Tingting.

In fact, Ren Fa favored Li Haotian. After all, Li Haotian came from a good family, was handsome, and most importantly, had the ability to protect Ren Tingting and the Ren family.

Unfortunately, neither Li Haotian nor Ren Tingting had any interest in the relationship, and Ren Fa couldn't force them.

After saying that, he looked at Wencai and Qiusheng and shook his head.

After the feng shui master and the zombie were eliminated, Ren Fa returned to the Ren family. In the afternoon, Ren Fa sent someone to invite the people from the mortuary, saying that the Ren family had prepared a banquet and invited them to come and eat.

Uncle Nine naturally accepted the invitation; why not take advantage of someone's invitation to dinner?

Meanwhile, in the Ren family study, only Ren Fa and Ren Tingting were present.

Ren Tingting knelt on the ground and pleaded with Ren Fa.

"Dad, you've agreed, right? I've really thought it through."

"Don't worry, I've already inquired. The Maoshan Sect doesn't prohibit marriage. We can find a son-in-law to live with us, and I'll stay with you for the rest of my life."

Ren Tingting lowered her head and said stubbornly.

"Oh, Tingting, I'm not worried about that. I'm worried that you won't be able to endure this hardship."

You've seen the state of the mortuary. Uncle Nine and the others deal with zombies and the dead all day long. How can I be at ease if you live like that in the future?

Moreover, even becoming an apprentice doesn't guarantee success. Look at Wencai and Qiusheng; after all these years, they're still no match for Young Master Li, who's only been studying Taoism for less than half a year.

Ren Fa sighed and said earnestly.

After witnessing zombies and their amazing Taoist magic firsthand, it would be a lie to say that Ren Fa wasn't tempted.

However, he was also self-aware enough to know that he could not endure the hardship, and that he was too old to cultivate himself.

As for Ren Tingting, he only has one daughter, whom he has raised like a treasure. He would never let her suffer.

"Dad, please say yes. You only have one daughter like me. If I don't grow up quickly, how will I help you manage the family business in the future?"

Ren Tingting stubbornly refused to get up.

After this incident, he and she have grown a lot. Now that their father only has them as his descendants, they must be strong in order to take on the heavy responsibility.

If one can learn Taoist methods, at the very least, one's own safety will be guaranteed, and one will not be helpless if such a thing happens again in the future.

"Well then, I'll give you a year. If you've mastered the art after a year, I'll allow you to continue your studies. If not, then come back."

Ren Fa thought for a moment and then said to Ren Tingting.

His daughter was very stubborn and wouldn't easily change her mind once she made up her mind, so Ren Fa had no choice but to compromise.

"Okay, thank you dad."

After receiving Ren Fa's consent, Ren Tingting quickly stood up and thanked him.

Soon, the Ren family's banquet was set up. As an invited guest, Uncle Nine naturally sat at the head table, as did Master Four Eyes and Li Haotian.

After the banquet, Ren Fa kept Uncle Jiu, Master Simu, and Li Haotian with him.

"Mr. Ren, is there anything else?"

Uncle Nine followed Ren Fa into the main hall. Seeing Ren Fa's hesitant expression, he couldn't help but ask.

"Sigh, Uncle Jiu, I had no choice. After Tingting came back, she kept nagging to become an apprentice and learn Taoism. I couldn't persuade her otherwise, so I had to agree."

However, I don't know much about this either, so I can only swallow my pride and ask you, Uncle Jiu, for help.

Ren Fa smiled, poured Uncle Jiu a cup of tea, and then said,

"Tingting wants to become an apprentice to learn Taoism?"

Uncle Nine was also somewhat surprised to hear Ren Fa's words.

In his memory, Ren Tingting was just a lively and somewhat willful little girl. How could she suddenly want to become an apprentice and learn Taoism?

Could it be that they were affected by the zombie incident?

“It’s not impossible for Tingting to learn Taoism, but she’s not young anymore, so it would be quite difficult for her to start now.”

Moreover, learning requires enduring hardship, and I'm afraid Tingting won't be able to persevere.

Uncle Nine shook his head, not approving of Ren Tingting's idea.

Although Taoism advocates gender equality, the secular world does not reflect this. As a woman, Ren Tingting must have to endure more hardship than a man to become a Taoist master.

Moreover, Ren Tingting has been pampered since childhood, so she won't be able to handle it. If she gives up halfway, it will be a waste of time.

Moreover, even if you persevere, you may not necessarily learn anything.

After all, learning the Tao requires talent, especially in the current environment where cultivation is becoming increasingly difficult. This is true even for those who have cultivated for many years, let alone ordinary people.

Ren Fa was also somewhat shaken after hearing this.

At this moment, Ren Tingting quickly stepped forward and said:

"Father, Ninth Uncle, don't worry, I'm not afraid of hardship, I will definitely be able to persevere."

Even if I'm not very talented, learning some self-defense skills will be enough. Uncle Jiu, I want to become your disciple; please accept me.

After saying that, Ren Tingting knelt down.

"Tingting, get up quickly, what are you doing?"

Uncle Jiu was about to help Ren Tingting up, but Ren Tingting did not get up and remained kneeling on the ground.

"Sigh, Uncle Jiu, please just agree to Tingting's request. This child's personality is exactly like her mother's; she's very stubborn, and I can't persuade her otherwise."

"For my sake, could you tutor him for a while? Don't worry, if Tingting can't keep it up, just let her come back."

Ren Fa felt a pang of pity for his daughter, so he pleaded with Uncle Jiu.

Ultimately, Ren Tingting is a very sensible person, and this is all for the sake of the Ren family. Ren Fa can't very well scold her.

Upon hearing Ren Fa's words, Uncle Jiu remained silent for a while, considering the matter, but he did not immediately agree.

The Four-Eyes Taoist priest, who was standing to the side, did not speak either. Whether or not to accept disciples was Uncle Nine's business, and it was not appropriate for him, as his junior brother, to interfere.

However, Li Haotian's eyes lit up when he saw it.

He hadn't forgotten this mission. He originally planned to find a disciple for Uncle Nine after dealing with the zombies, but unexpectedly, Ren Tingting wanted to become Uncle Nine's apprentice. This was like a pillow delivered to someone who was already sleepy.

Although Ren Tingting is not young, she is still more reliable than Wen Cai and Qiu Sheng.

Moreover, the Ren family is so wealthy that any small gift given to Uncle Jiu in the future would be enough for him to live comfortably in his old age.

Even if such a disciple is not very talented, Uncle Jiu would probably teach him seriously. Even if his future cultivation level cannot reach the same height as Uncle Jiu's, he would still be better than Wen Cai and Qiu Sheng.

So Li Haotian stepped forward and advised:

“Uncle-Master, I think Miss Ren is quite sincere. Why don’t you test her for a while first? If she satisfies you, then you can take her as your disciple.”