As Zhao Hufeng’s words resonated, the atmosphere around them underwent a subtle change.
The fiery intensity in Fan Xinglou’s eyes gradually faded, as if she had understood what Zhao Hufeng was trying to convey. She asked with feigned curiosity, “Why do you say that?”
“Master, could it be that you don’t understand?” Zhao Hufeng clenched his teeth and spoke in a low voice, “This person not only possesses Mystic Eyes that can peer into death but also excels in Assassination Techniques. Although he may be quite average in other aspects, he has been unnaturally strengthened in this regard. It’s as if he was born for the sole purpose of taking lives.”
Zhao Hufeng thought for a moment and continued, “We practice martial arts to improve ourselves, to strive for self-betterment, and not to inflict violence on others. However, his talents seem destined to harm others.”
“So, Master, please allow me to speak candidly.” Zhao Hufeng half-knelt on the ground before he clasped his fists toward Fan Xinglou, and resolutely said, “Please, Master, reconsider his fate. We absolutely cannot allow such a dangerous individual to grow.”
With his words, the atmosphere in the Stars Room became extremely heavy and tense.
Fan Xinglou remained silent, seemingly pondering something, with a meaningful smile on her face.
Fang Li, too, chose not to speak, harboring no resentment towards Zhao Hufeng’s words.
After all, Zhao Hufeng had no reason to target Fang Li personally.
This martial artist was simply upholding his own values with an honest heart.
Martial artists shouldn’t use violence for their own sake but rather to strengthen their bodies and pursue self-improvement.
Given these principles, Zhao Hufeng naturally couldn’t ignore the potential danger posed by Fang Li. It was true that despite Fang Li’s average natural talents, he possessed the Mystic Eyes of Death Perception and formidable Assassination Techniques, making him seem like a harbinger of death.
Such an individual was indeed dangerous.
Of course, this didn’t mean that Fang Li was willing to tolerate criticism.
At this point, Fang Li addressed Zhao Hufeng, saying, “Senior Brother, I’m sorry, but I can’t agree with your viewpoint.”
“I don’t need your agreement,” Zhao Hufeng didn’t raise his head but replied, “I only need Master’s approval, and that will suffice.”
“In that case, it’s even more difficult to agree with,” Fang Li remarked, smiling suddenly. “Because, Senior Brother, you should know better than me that, compared to myself, Master is the most dangerous one, right?”
“What are you saying?” Zhao Hufeng finally looked up, glaring at Fang Li.
“Oh?” Fan Xinglou also seemed surprised by Fang Li’s words, showing an intrigued expression.
Fang Li continued with a calm tone, “Senior Brother, perhaps you’re unaware, but Master’s reason for accepting disciples and teaching extraordinary martial arts is to cultivate opponents who can satisfy her own desires. She constantly seeks talent to create worthy adversaries.”
“This approach can be seen as magnanimous, but on the other hand, it’s like raising livestock, waiting until they are fully grown before devouring them.”
“You…!” Zhao Hufeng suddenly stood up, his complexion changing rapidly.
As Fan Xinglou’s third disciple, Zhao Hufeng was well aware of her true nature.
Fan Xinglou was indeed dangerous.
For the sake of her desires, she would not hesitate to undertake even catastrophic actions.
Even Fang Li, who had just joined the institute, had experienced Fan Xinglou’s terrifying gaze, which was akin to a predator eyeing its prey. So, it was even more true for Zhao Hufeng.
Therefore, Fang Li was right.
In terms of danger, Fan Xinglou was unquestionably stronger, not weaker.
As long as an opponent was worthy of a fight, no matter who they were, Fan Xinglou would go to great lengths to engage with them.
With Fan Xinglou’s strength, it was not surprising at all if a budding talent were accidentally broken in her presence.
“I didn’t expect you to say such things in front of me,” Fan Xinglou couldn’t help but laugh heartily, but her tone carried no blame; instead, there was a hint of appreciation in her tone.
Then, Fan Xinglou’s gaze turned dangerous.
“That’s right, I’m not a merciful martial artist. Everything I do is for the sake of fighting experts. So, I teach you Martial Arts, and beyond that, I don’t care about anything else. Whether someone is a dangerous character or not, as long as they can become strong enough to face me, I won’t hesitate to take them as my disciple.”
Precisely because of this, Fan Xinglou’s disciples were divided into the Wood Faction and the Water Faction, and they often clashed like water and fire. But Fan Xinglou, their master, didn’t interfere and let them be.
Therefore, being a disciple of Fan Xinglou came with only one obligation: to become stronger. Apart from that, there were no other requirements, providing absolute freedom.
“Master…” Zhao Hufeng began to speak but wasn’t sure what to say.
On the other hand, Fang Li glanced at Zhao Hufeng and continued, “Moreover, Senior Brother, martial artists like you are indeed honorable, refraining from violence against the weak. However, you also possess power, and it’s a fact that, if you wish, you can harm others.”
“I… I would never do that!” Zhao Hufeng vehemently retorted.
“True, Senior Brother, you wouldn’t,” Fang Li replied with a slight smile. “But then, how can you be so sure that I would?”
Zhao Hufeng was momentarily stunned.
“Having power isn’t wrong; it’s how you use that power that matters,” Fang Li locked eyes with Zhao Hufeng and calmly said, “While I may not hate killing, it doesn’t mean I enjoy it either.”
Zhao Hufeng had no words in response.
“No more to say, right, Hufeng?” Fan Xinglou chuckled. “Even your Little Junior Brother understands this principle. If you, as a Senior Brother, remain so rigid in your thinking, you might truly lose self-control.”
“I… I understand, Master. My thinking was indeed too narrow,” Zhao Hufeng said, turning around and clasping his fists toward Fang Li. “I apologize, Little Junior Brother, for my rudeness. Please forgive me.”
“Senior Brother, you’re taking it too seriously,” Fang Li shrugged and smiled with a meaningful look. “As I mentioned, I don’t like killing, but I don’t hate it either, you know?”
With this statement, Zhao Hufeng fell into silence once again.
“It seems that the apprentices’ argument has come to an end here,” Fan Xinglou said, appearing satisfied as if she had just had a fulfilling experience.
“I thought I had discovered a prodigy, but it turns out there was such an unexpected delight.”
“It’s because of things like this that this era is so interesting, after all.”
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