Rise from a Low-class Family to Martial Artist-Chapter 328 - 101: Canglan Martial Arts Academy: State Your Terms Freely_3
It was entirely because Jiang Qing’s father had come from Canglan Martial Arts Academy, and even before setting off, the academy had decided to recruit Jiang Qing.
Unfortunately, those present, like Lin Chen, didn’t know about this matter, nor did Ye Yuan and the other two, while Jia Nanzhu, who was the only one aware, didn’t intend to expose Instructor Liu.
No matter what, when Instructor Liu said these words, it meant that Canglan Martial Arts Academy truly valued Lin Chen, and was openly lying to gain Lin Chen’s favor.
Shameful!
Ye Yuan and the other two looked at Liu Ru with anger in their eyes, feeling that Canglan Martial Arts Academy had truly fallen, stooping to such tactics just to recruit Lin Chen.
To recruit a disciple, they even brought in the girl who had feelings for the student; such means were too unscrupulous.
"I’m putting it out here for you, Lin Chen: whatever conditions other academies offer you, we at Canglan Martial Arts Academy can match, and if you have any other requests, feel free to ask!"
Liu Ru looked at Lin Chen with a hopeful smile, and Lin Chen felt somewhat moved by Canglan Martial Arts Academy’s sincerity, which seemed much more genuine than the three Qingyun.
"Instructor Liu, junior has only one request, which is to wait a little longer, as I want to continue challenging Martial Arts Mountain."
Upon hearing Lin Chen’s request, Liu Ru’s face showed a look of surprise and fell silent for a moment.
Seeing Liu Ru’s expression, Ye Yuan and the other two laughed. Let’s see if you dare to agree to Lin Chen’s request after making such big claims.
What they didn’t know was that Liu Ru was inwardly rejoicing at that moment.
If Jiang Qing’s praises of Lin Chen, including many stories about him, were somewhat exaggerated due to her relationship with Lin Chen, hearing Lin Chen’s request affirmed to him that what Jiang Qing said must be true.
If Lin Chen did not have such confidence, he certainly would not make such a request.
On the way here, he had anticipated what he should do if Lin Chen made such a request.
His change in expression—often frowning, then relaxing, and appearing contemplative and hesitant—was merely an act for the three beside him.
Recruitment is not just a test of insight; it also involves scheming against the other academies.
After a moment, Liu Ru gritted his teeth and said, "I can agree to your request!"
"Liu Ru, are you crazy!"
"Liu Ru, are you going to violate the academy agreement?"
Before Lin Chen could respond, Ye Yuan and the others couldn’t hold back anymore.
The academy agreement was a regulation set by the four martial academies, and whoever dared to defy it would undoubtedly face severe criticism from the other three academies.
"What agreement? I’m not aware of any such agreement. Was it required by the Imperial Court, or is it stipulated in our academy regulations?"
Disregarding the glares from Ye Yuan and the other two, Liu Ru was indifferent, as this agreement was merely a private arrangement among the four academies, neither recognized by the Imperial Court nor recorded in the Nine Countries Martial Arts Academy’s joint regulations.
Ignoring the fiery looks from the trio, Liu Ru turned to Lin Chen: "I can agree to it. Our Canglan Martial Arts Academy’s aim is to nurture martial talents for our great Liang. Since you have the will to challenge Martial Arts Mountain, there is no reason for us to not support you."
"Many thanks, Instructor Liu."
Lin Chen cupped his fists, and a decision was already forming in his heart; as long as the final conditions from Canglan weren’t lacking, he was set on going there.
"No need to thank just yet. The academy can wait for you and can even elevate conditions based on the number of times your name makes it onto Martial Arts Mountain." Liu Ru waved his hand, smiling warmly, "But our academy has one requirement: you must first sign the disciple letter. Don’t worry...our Canglan Martial Arts Academy will never go back on a signed agreement."
"Alright, I’m willing to sign!"
This time, Lin Chen did not hesitate, and he didn’t even ask for his own teacher’s opinion.
Qingyun Martial Arts Academy, Capital City Academy, and Lingxiao Martial Arts Academy were using their strong positions to pressure him to submit, and there was no way he couldn’t see through that.
Without exaggerating with phrases like ’a scholar dies for his bosom friend,’ the sincerity of Canglan Martial Arts Academy was evident here; even if the resources allotted afterward aren’t much, they surpass the other three.
"Choosing Canglan Martial Arts Academy will not be a mistake."
Hearing Lin Chen agree, Liu Ru immediately took out the disciple letter. Seeing this, Ye Yuan and the other two were about to speak to stop him when Jia Nanzhu once again emitted a powerful presence, pinning them in place.
"Esteemed junior brothers, who have traveled a great distance, why not rest in Poyang County for now?"
Under Jia Nanzhu’s intimidation, Ye Yuan and the other two swallowed their words. They were merely recruitment instructors for the academies, only of Seventh Grade, far from Jia Nanzhu’s level.
Lord Jia was clearly warning them not to interrupt Lin Chen’s signing with Canglan Martial Arts Academy.
Unless they were about to say something that would decisively improve Lin Chen’s conditions, Lord Jia would surely make them pay for it.
"In that case, we take our leave."
In the end, with grim faces, Ye Yuan and the two walked away from the back mountain. Out of the area, their expressions were all incredibly unpleasant.
"No wonder martial arts in Jiangnan Dao have always been at the bottom. With a military affairs hall deputy hall chief like him, one can imagine what these students are like." Luo Wen snorted, and even this time, Ye Yuan refrained from quarreling with Luo Wen, clearly upset by Jia Nanzhu’s tactics just now.
"Canglan Martial Arts Academy probably thinks Lin Chen is the next Junior Brother Pei. Back when vying for Junior Brother Pei, Canglan lost, and now they hope to redeem themselves. But a genius like Junior Brother Pei is not easy to come by."
Song Zhixue spoke softly. Back during the competition for Junior Brother Pei, the conditions offered by Canglan Martial Arts Academy weren’t inferior to Lingxiao, yet Junior Brother Pei chose Lingxiao in the end, which had been a sting for Canglan, leaving them still resentful.
Just comparing Lin Chen to Junior Brother Pei, Canglan really dares to imagine.
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