Xu Ce thought that anyway, the system mission would push Mao Shanming to deal with the female bandit leader. Since it was a foregone conclusion, it must be somewhat inappropriate for him to directly let Mao Shanming fight head-on.
Besides, Mao Shanming is so cunning and cunning, it's not that easy for him to willingly confront the female bandit leader.
In this case, isn't this guy determined to get in his lap, take advantage of him, and become his uncle?
Last night, Uncle Jiu only agreed verbally, and no apprenticeship ceremony was held. In other words, if Uncle Jiu really wanted to regret it, Mao Shanming would have no choice but to admit it.
But if Uncle Jiu really regrets it, it will be somewhat damaging to his reputation and not appropriate.
"Master, this is what I think. Master should know something about Taoist Master Mao's character. Last night, Master only verbally agreed to him, but there was still a lack of a serious apprenticeship ceremony.
Although only registered disciples are accepted, not all kinds of people can become disciples, otherwise Maoshan's reputation will be ruined.
What I mean is, set a test, and as long as Taoist Master Mao passes the test, then it will be a matter of course for him to become a disciple of Mao Shan.
And this test should also be made a little more difficult, so that when those who have no ability but want to fight against the autumn wind see it, they will know that they don't have the ability to retreat automatically, which can also save us a lot of trouble."
Xu Ce said thoughtfully.
Uncle Jiu thought about Xu Ce's words and felt that they made some sense, so he said:
"That's what's going on. Now that I and you are both foundation-building monks, there will definitely be many people who come here to admire it. Among them, there will definitely be a large number of people with ordinary qualifications who want to become a disciple. Setting a threshold can filter out many people.
Fewer people means less trouble.
Tell me about your specific plans."
Xu Ce smiled and said:
"Master, don't we happen to have a problem on our hands right now, with a female bandit leader? Originally, my disciple's plan was to take action himself.
But now it seems like there is an opportunity to leave it to Director Mao to handle this matter."
Uncle Jiu frowned,
"Disciple Xu Ce, this plan of yours is indeed a good one, but with Mao Shanming's moral integrity, I'm afraid it's no match for the female bandit leader."
Xu Ce knew Uncle Jiu would say this and said with a smile:
"Master, don't worry. This is also within the scope of my disciple's consideration. It doesn't necessarily have to be that Daoist Mao really defeats the female bandit leader.
What we want to see is whether Taoist Master Mao has the courage and determination to fight against evil cultivators.
Maoshan is an upright Taoist sect. If you can't even achieve this determination, there is no need to accept him. Master, are you right?
Moreover, if Taoist Master Mao is really defeated, there are still disciples and masters here. With our strength and secret observation, if Taoist Master Mao's life is really in danger, it will not be difficult to take action to save his life."
After Xu Ce finished speaking, Uncle Jiu's eyes lit up. Yes, this is killing two birds with one stone.
In this case, as long as the wind is released, it is not impossible for anyone to want to become my disciple, but first they must show determination and courage. I believe that those opportunistic guys will be scared back.
Uncle Jiu nodded and said:
"Well, then let's go according to the arrangements you said. If fellow Taoist Mao is not willing, we can each go our own way from now on."
"Okay."
Xu Ce responded with a smile.
As soon as they finished speaking, the door next door creaked, and Mao Shanming yawned, stretched and walked out, twisting his neck, it hurt.
Last night, he remembered that he was obviously going to Xu Ce to flatter him, so why did he fall asleep? It was strange.
Mao Shanming shook his head and happened to see Xu Ce and Uncle Jiu standing on one side of the corridor. He immediately put on a smile and said:
"Senior brother, nephew Xu Ce, are you up so early? Have you had breakfast? Hey, after you left last night, those guys were clamoring to have a drink with senior brother, the birthday boy.
Junior brother, of course I couldn't let them disturb senior brother's practice, so I blocked them all. I drank too much and got up a little late.
By the way, senior brother has now been promoted to a foundation-building monk?"
When he mentioned the word "foundation building", Mao Shanming's eyes brightened.
The overall meaning is to properly take credit and sell hard work.
Xu Ce laughed in his heart. He really never forgot to show his value. Even if others didn't see it, he had to say it and let others know.
Uncle Jiu originally wanted to say that junior brother has worked hard, but when he thought of Xu Ce’s previous plan, he deliberately made a serious face, waved his hand and said:
"Fellow Daoist Mao, don't call me senior brother for now."
Mao Shanming was dumbfounded. From what he knew, Uncle Jiu was not the kind of person who would turn against others after one night.
"Master...why is this? Wasn't it agreed upon at the birthday banquet last night?"
Uncle Jiu said seriously:
"Fellow Taoist Mao's words are wrong. I agreed to it. However, becoming a master requires a ceremony, and you also accept disciples on behalf of the master. You can't just rely on my words. Although the master has passed away, Taoist friend Mao really wants to
When you enter Maoshan Gate, you have to pay homage to Master’s memorial tablet, are you right?”
Hearing Uncle Jiu say this, Mao Shanming took a breath, nodded quickly and said:
"You're right, that's the truth. Then, Master...I can worship Master's tablet now."
Uncle Jiu rolled his eyes, where is his brain?
Why should I take Master's tablet with me whenever I go out?
Uncle Jiu said again:
"Fellow Taoist Mao, don't be anxious. There is one condition for becoming a disciple of Maoshan."
"What conditions?"
"Disciple Xu Ce, come and explain to fellow Taoist Mao."
"Yes, Master."
Xu Ce took the words and continued:
"Fellow Daoist Mao, Maoshan is a well-known and upright sect. It also has certain requirements for the selection of disciples. It is also a small test. As long as you pass this test, you will be my master's junior brother and my senior uncle from now on."
Mao Shanming rubbed his head. Did he wake up too early today? There were so many things to do when he opened his eyes. Things that were clearly agreed upon had changed so much that he was unable to refute.
What kind of tests? Mao Shanming had a bad feeling.
However, now that we have reached this point, we can’t give up halfway. No matter what the test is, it doesn’t hurt to listen to it first, so he said:
"Please also ask Fellow Daoist Xu to speak frankly."
Mao Shanming consciously stopped calling Xu Ce his nephew. He was afraid of being slapped to death. Xu Ce was a powerful person in the middle stage of foundation building. Suddenly, he seemed to remember that it was Xu Ce who slapped him last night, and then
Just fell asleep...
Xu Ce looked at Mao Shanming with a smile and said slowly:
"Fellow Daoist Mao, please relax. Don't worry about anything. It's just a small test, and it's not asking you to die.
Well, the current test is that without the help of me and Master, you and the security team members from Renjia Town and Taishan Town set up an ambush at the Yamen. As long as you capture the female bandit leader, you will be considered as passing the test."
[Author's digression]: I recommend a new fan book by a friend. It is well written and very passionate. If you like Naruto, you can read "Hokage: The Centenary Patriarch"