It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

Pan Ling answered directly, "Since I have encountered this, I thought I would give it a try to see if it would work or something... I didn't say anything wrong, did I? I didn't misunderstand what you meant, did I?"

"You've been following me for so long, why are you still asking such childish questions?"

Xu Shi reached out and tapped her forehead. "But you should also know that Lu Baiyan is not so easy to convince. Do you think what you just said will work?"

"It might work?"

The silly disciple thought about it and then said seriously, "But I think that convincing him is secondary. As long as I can plant the seeds of doubt in his heart, as well as in the hearts of others, then what I said to him will not be in vain."

"Who are the others?"

"Maybe someone from the Vatican?"

Pan Ling frowned slightly and said, "Master told me before that according to the intelligence from the royal family, he is also being bullied in the Vatican... If this is the case, the Vatican will probably have to monitor him in secret, so these words are not only for him to hear, but also for the people behind him."

Xu Shi smiled and said nothing.

It can only be said that the silly disciple has indeed considered everything carefully. At least there is nothing wrong with this analysis... It is reasonable that the Church's suspicion of him is not just today, and he has also sensed with his mental power just now that there is indeed an imperceptible strange insect in that space. It is tiny and unknown, but the amount of "rust mist" it carries is so high that it is frightening. This must be the means used by the Church to monitor Lu Baiyan.

According to the information obtained from Cheng Gujian, there is indeed a number one figure with similar abilities among the Knights Templar.

Anyway, even if Xu Shi found out, he wouldn't do anything to alert the enemy... Because as Pan Ling said, some things just have to be heard by them, otherwise how can he strengthen his indecisive squinting eyes?

It is hard to say whether Pan Ling can notice it - if she can, it will be the best reflection of her progress in mind-reading, which is also a psychiatric skill. If she can't, it means that she has been considering the problem more and more comprehensively these days, which is also a good thing and gratifying.

"Is it just because of this?"

Since it was an assessment, he had to ask more comprehensive questions, so after confirming the silly apprentice's thoughts, he continued to ask, "Are there any other considerations?"

"Hmm...some too?"

Pan Ling blinked her eyes. "What I'm thinking is that there are actually quite a few nobles like the Lu family in the main city or in the entire empire. If we can capture such a typical example, then we can do the same thing later and gain more support without bloodshed."

Xu Shi narrowed his eyes.

If the previous reasons were the passing line, then this point would be a plus point - that's the reason. The Holy See has been operating in the empire for many years, which has caused many nobles to be wavering in their positions. Those who have the conditions, such as the Lu family, can arrange for family members to report to both sides. Those who don't have the conditions, of course, have their own ways of reconciliation.

And once Lu Baiyan can really lean towards him, it will be easier to take down other people. Those who have Templar Knights at home know that they are going to be finished. What else can you say?

"last question."

Xu Shi took a deep breath and asked, "When you were lobbying him just now, were you simply relying on the language of his intelligence organization, or did you use your abilities on him?"

"Uh……"

Looking at the master's half-smile, the silly apprentice suddenly had a bad feeling.

But she didn't want to lie to him, so she said honestly, "I read his mind, so I can know what words can best induce him..."

"…Is it okay for me to do this, Master?"

She vaguely remembered that Xu Shi had imposed some restrictions on her in this regard. Could it be that the master did not want her to do this? Instead, she should rely on pure analysis?

"Of course it's okay, what's the problem?"

Xu Shi's answer was beyond her expectation. "Of course you can't read the teacher's heart, but you can read other people's hearts at will. If you don't use such a good ability now, when else can you use it? When you eat?"

To be honest, Pan Ling was just overthinking, or maybe his half-smiley look was really hard for the little girl to grasp. Coupled with his previous bad behavior, she felt that using abilities in such matters was an act of opportunism... But in fact, if you have the ability, you should use it. Otherwise, what is the point of awakening and becoming an "Upgrader"?

Of course, if she could render the other party speechless and shaken without relying on her own abilities, that would definitely be a more extraordinary thing. But there is no problem in using it. If she doesn't use such a suitable stage for her to show her skills, when will she use it?

What a fking KFC it is, Xu Sang, how much psychological harm have you caused to that little girl! (Angry)

How come it seems like I am bullying her... Xu Shicai didn't think there was anything wrong with what he did. Why didn't she use it when the Cat Cult was first established? Reading minds one by one in a noisy environment is the most suitable training for her, and now it seems to be very effective.

According to his estimation, Lu Baiyan was most likely unaware of this and was being led by his silly apprentice unknowingly... Although he was also a very capable "Upgrader", his abilities were more focused on time and space rather than spirit, and nothing he said would be of any use if his expertise was not relevant.

Or, even if he really knew it in his heart, he just couldn't say it out loud - because this was what he thought in his heart, and it would do him no good to say it out loud.

After all, he was still being monitored - compared to his lack of knowledge of Pan Ling, Xu Shi was certain that he knew the Vatican had eyes on him.

We are all Knights Templar, so who doesn't know who? Otherwise, how could he start to hesitate or even run away when it comes to the issue of his position? If he says one wrong thing, it might cause big trouble.

But he had no way of exposing what the Holy See was doing secretly, especially at this critical juncture - it was already difficult to come to Xu Shi under pressure, and if he deliberately cut off or erased the traces of being monitored, in the end he would only be exposed, and would be tacitly admitting that he did have a problem and was secretly colluding with Xu Shi.

"Oh……"

Pan Ling was still a little confused. It turned out that the master didn't object to her using her abilities, and even thought it was a good thing... No, it seemed that he had never objected to it. It was just as he said, he didn't allow her to read his mind. As for others, he would just listen to them if they had the ability, and there would be no restrictions at all.

So why would I think that? I even felt a little terrified... Well, it must be the fault of the bad master! Du Si Li!

"Then... if you were to give me a score, what score would you give me?"

Although she was a little dissatisfied, Xiaoling was generally very happy about the affirmation of the bad master. She couldn't help but ask one more question, hoping to get a more specific answer.

You say you are satisfied, but how satisfied are you? If there are any shortcomings, please tell me, and I will correct them if there are any.

"Well..."

Xu Shi didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Why are you like a primary school student? You have to give grades for everything.

However, since his apprentice rarely asked this question, he would not refuse. After careful consideration, he gave a very fair score, "If you want me to give you a score, I'll give you 98 points for your performance this time."

Pan Ling was overjoyed, so high?!

It's really rare for the master to be so satisfied. Does that mean, Pan Xiaoling, you're going to make it?

But before she could be happy for a few seconds, Xu Shi poured cold water on her, "Full score is one thousand."

"Oh, a perfect score of one thousand... huh?!"

The silly disciple was happy, but was suddenly dumbfounded when he heard Xu Shi say that.

"Is there something wrong with what I did?"

She began to doubt her life and wanted to find Xu Shi to get things clear.

"Well, there's nothing to complain about how you treat Lu Baiyan. You're aggressive when you need to be aggressive, and you give sweet treats when you need to give sweet treats."

Xu Shi said seriously, "I deducted two points just to prevent you from becoming too proud."

"As for the remaining 900 points, it depends on your attitude towards your teacher."

"I, what's wrong with me?"

Pan Ling felt so aggrieved. She racked her brains but couldn't figure out whether she had been disrespectful to Xu Shi or not.

"Don't you realize it yet?"

Xu Shi frowned, "What did you say to Lu Baiyan just now? 'Master, the old man'? Is the master very old? I don't like to hear that. Deducting 900 points from you is not a big deal."

"?"

The silly disciple was full of questions. Isn't this a respectful title? It's not really saying you're good, right? Why are you so picky about something so weird?

The little girl couldn't help but murmur something in her mind...but she soon reacted.

Making a fuss over something that is not a problem can only mean one thing.

"Master, you are just looking for a reason to bully me, right?"

She frowned helplessly and complained in a low voice.

"Hmm? My dear disciple, what did you say? I didn't hear you clearly."

Xu Shi looked at her with interest, "Or... do you think that the teacher's grading is unfair?"

"No……"

Under the tyranny of the bad master, how could Xiaoling dare to resist? She could only shake her head and say, "Master is right..."

The master is the one I hate to mess with, huh!

Xu Shi enjoyed bullying his disciples every day, but other people couldn't stand his actions anymore.

"You're almost there, what kind of bullshit excuse is this?"

Xie Qingyan rolled his eyes at him angrily, "It's only because our apprentice is sensible and obedient. If it were someone else, the first thing he would do after becoming a disciple would be to chop you in half."

"That's right, Xiaoling did a good job this time. It's not right for you to bully her."

Jiang Chengcheng rarely stood on his side and echoed him.

It's true. Everyone knows that there are some things that you may not be able to say yourself. Now that your apprentice is so considerate and willing to be your white glove, you are still doing it. I don't know where your conscience has gone.

"……Alright alright."

Xu Shi spread his hands and said, "Since your two mistresses have pleaded for you, I will remember this beating for now and we'll talk about it later."

To be honest, of course he didn't intend to punish Pan Ling, but the old tradition of bullying apprentices cannot be lost... Did he really think that his buddy was so bad? It was just a verbal teasing, not necessary.

The two ladies couldn't help but roll their eyes. This matter itself is already very bad, okay? What kind of dregs are you treating as treasures?

"Oh, thank you for your magnanimity, Master."

The silly apprentice thanked him in a sarcastic tone, but when he imagined the scene of Xu Shi spanking him, he couldn't help himself and hurriedly covered his mouth to hide the fever on his face.

Xu Shi had never really hit her, but just thinking about it made her feel a little overwhelmed...

"Master, I have a question."

Pan Feng, who had been silent, did not notice his sister's abnormality, but raised his hand seriously.

"Hmm? Xiao Feng, what do you think?"

"What's so special about Lu Baiyan? I feel like your attitude towards him is completely different from your attitude towards l... and other people in the Vatican?"

Of course, she wasn't asking about his family background, but about him as a person. What was so special about those squinty eyes that made her master pay so much attention to them? She didn't feel it anyway.

Or……

"Master, do you still like men?"

Miss Xiao Feng was a bit thick-skinned and said this without thinking.

Xu Shi's eyes twitched. Do you want to listen to what you are saying?

"Do you want to hear what you're saying?"

Someone served as his mouthpiece, it was Xia Wuyou, who had just returned from a trip with his aunt.

She didn't know that she had missed a good show, but she was really disappointed to hear such an explosive speech just after she came back.

Forget about other things, what kind of pig talk is this?

"You've grown wings, haven't you? How dare you make fun of your master?"

Her expression was uglier than ever before, and she looked at her apprentice with a dark face and asked.

"Master, Master...that's not what I meant..."

"Then what do you mean?"

Xia Xiaomao didn't care about her, "What kind of unhealthy thoughts are in your head, huh?"

"You will be punished by copying the sect rules a hundred times, a hundred times!"

"No, Master!"

Pan Feng let out a cry of pain. If it was a physical labor punishment it would be fine, but asking her to copy the sect rules would be a death sentence.

Wow, who could have thought that she would be the one to be punished in the end?

I won't be mean anymore...

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 280 If it was Xu Shi, it would be normal

2023-10-02

"Hey, tell me the truth, are you really bisexual?"

"Hey, hey, that's enough."

Facing the second lady's question, Xu Shi sweated profusely, "Your apprentice is a little fool, are you also a little fool?"

From this point of view, it is not Pan Feng who has unhealthy thoughts, but her seemingly serious master.

"I'm not a little idiot!"

Xia Wuyou would never admit it. Although she knew that her stupid apprentice didn't think before speaking, she was still a little unhappy to hear her say that.

It's fine if you say this scumbag is a playboy, but if he really develops some other hobbies, it would be really hard for her to accept it.

"Okay, okay, you're not you're not."