Chapter 32: Chapter 32: Yu Xiaogang’s Attempt to Recruit a Disciple — A Humiliating Rebuff!
"Heh, so this is Yu Xiaogang, the so-called 'Grandmaster'—widely regarded as the greatest failure on Douluo Continent?"
"Judging by his behavior, he's probably here to try his usual deceptive tactics, hoping to dupe us into becoming his disciples. But there's no way I'm falling for that. In fact, I'll make sure to slap his face hard!"
Looking at the gray-haired man, Yao Xuan's eyes gleamed with disdain as he resolved inwardly.
Ding!
[The system task 'Humiliate Yu Xiaogang' has been issued. Would you like to check it?]
Just then, a system notification rang in Yao Xuan's ears.
"Check."
Hearing the prompt, Yao Xuan's lips curled into a faint smile. This was perfect! He had already planned to disgrace this shameless scoundrel, Yu Xiaogang, and now he could even earn rewards in the process—a win-win!
[Task Name: Humiliate Yu Xiaogang]
[Task Description: The 'Grandmaster' Yu Xiaogang shamelessly seeks to make you his disciple. Such audacity cannot be tolerated! Expose his lies, humiliate him publicly, and leave him without a shred of dignity!]
[Time Limit: 1 Day]
[Task Rewards: Adaptive Soul Ring Crystal x10, Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring Enhancement Card x50]
As Yao Xuan read the task description, a translucent panel appeared before him.
"The rewards aren't exactly overwhelming, but since this isn't a main quest, it's fair enough for something I was going to do anyway."
After glancing at the rewards, Yao Xuan silently acknowledged them before stepping forward.
"I'm Yao Xuan, and these are Susu and Xiao Wu. May I ask why you're looking for us?"
Taking a step forward, Yao Xuan positioned himself in front of Tushan Susu and Xiao Wu, suppressing the disdain in his heart as he spoke calmly.
"Why, yes, there's something incredibly important I need to discuss with you all—something that could change your lives forever!"
"First, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Yu Xiaogang, though most people prefer to call me 'Grandmaster.'"
"The reason? None other than my unparalleled expertise in martial soul research. On this continent, if I claim to be second, no one would dare claim the top spot!"
"Even the current Pope of the Spirit Hall has praised my 'Ten Core Competencies of Martial Souls' as groundbreaking!"
Wearing a composed smile, Yu Xiaogang began his elaborate self-promotion, convinced that building himself up as an impressive figure would compel these young geniuses to seek his mentorship.
At this moment, Yu Xiaogang was deeply satisfied with his performance, his expression radiating confidence.
Listening to Yu Xiaogang's grandiose claims, Xiao Wu blinked her wide eyes, seemingly mesmerized by his flowery rhetoric.
"Ah."
But beside her, Yao Xuan merely gave a faint nod, internally astonished by Yu Xiaogang's shamelessness.
The title 'Grandmaster' was clearly a mockery, yet Yu Xiaogang audaciously twisted it into something people supposedly "preferred" to call him. Laughable!
As for his so-called 'Ten Core Competencies of Martial Souls,' they were nothing more than a mishmash of plagiarized insights from Spirit Hall records. And yet, Yu Xiaogang brazenly passed them off as his own creations while claiming unparalleled expertise.
To see someone as shameless as Yu Xiaogang left Yao Xuan both shocked and amused.
"This script isn't playing out right..."
Meanwhile, Yu Xiaogang was growing uneasy as he noticed Yao Xuan's indifferent gaze. Normally, upon hearing his illustrious credentials, any youth would have been in awe, eagerly begging to become his disciple—just like Tang San.
But here was Yao Xuan, completely unmoved.
Had his incredible theories failed to impress this boy? Perhaps it was time to step things up!
"Yao Xuan, as the 'Grandmaster,' I have always been eager to nurture talent. From the academy's Su teacher, I've learned about your innate full soul power, which is why I came to find you personally."
"You may not realize this, but becoming a Soul Master is a difficult journey. With a master's guidance, you can achieve twice the results with half the effort. And on this continent, no one understands martial souls better than I do!"
"Simply put, geniuses like you will only waste your potential if mentored by anyone else. Only I, the Grandmaster Yu Xiaogang, can unlock your full potential and lead you to become a Titled Douluo!"
Wearing a confident smile, Yu Xiaogang finally revealed his intentions.
"Oh, I see. Well... sorry, but I decline."
Upon hearing Yu Xiaogang's words, Yao Xuan smiled faintly and shook his head, his rejection firm.
"Why? Why won't you accept me as your master?"
Yu Xiaogang's smile froze. Clenching his fists in frustration, he demanded an explanation.
"The reason is simple," Yao Xuan replied, his voice tinged with mockery.
"First, on the Douluo Continent, no one is qualified to be my teacher."
"Second, Yu Xiaogang, you're nothing but a shameless fraud—an utterly incompetent swindler unworthy of taking me as your disciple."
Yao Xuan's gaze locked onto Yu Xiaogang, his eyes brimming with ridicule as he delivered the scathing remarks without mercy.
"You... you!"
Yu Xiaogang's sallow face flushed bright red in fury, his body trembling uncontrollably.
Though he knew deep down that he was indeed a fraud, being publicly exposed by Yao Xuan left him both enraged and terrified.
"Yao Xuan, how dare you insult my master! I challenge you to a duel!"
At that moment, Tang San leapt to his feet, his eyes blazing with anger as he strode toward Yao Xuan.
As a transmigrator steeped in the traditional values of his previous world, Tang San regarded the bond of "one day as a teacher, a lifetime as a father" with utmost reverence.
To Tang San, Yao Xuan's insult to Yu Xiaogang was akin to an affront to his own father. There was no way he could stand idly by!
Now, he would make Yao Xuan pay for his arrogance and force him to bow before his master!
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