Prodigal System in the Flourishing City

Chapter 425: Chapter 423 Swordsman’s Sparring [First Update]

The academic prodigy pulled out a notebook.

Although she seemed unkempt, her handwriting was truly beautiful, a pleasure to look at.

More importantly, it was what was written inside.

”Youthful Heavenly Dynasty” analysis!

This was undoubtedly her personal interpretation and analysis, integrating the history of this world.

”I don’t know if my analysis is correct or not, but please, you must take a look and point out any mistakes for me, thank you! Thank you!”

She bowed deeply at a 90-degree angle and stepped back, her attitude showing boundless enthusiasm.

”Okay, I’ll take a look.” Lu Xiaobu didn’t waste words, taking the notebook and starting to read.

The more he read, the happier Lu Xiaobu became, the more excited he grew.

This girl’s literary foundation was definitely solid, and even he, who had read the original analysis on Earth, couldn’t help but give her a thumbs up.

Furthermore, the key aspect was the integration with history mentioned above.

This was the part that Lu Xiaobu found most troublesome, after all, if he accidentally mentioned something that didn’t exist in this world, that would be awkward!

However, now it was resolved by her.

A talent! Truly a talent!

Lu Xiaobu’s eyes shone.

Remember what was troubling him now?

That was the literary matters that were too many to handle!

But, if he could recruit this girl for his own use, then all literary matters would be handled by a specialist!

No, this person, I must have her!

”How about you join me?” Lu Xiaobu asked, still as straightforward as ever.

He believed that this girl, with such admiration for him, should be easy to recruit under his command.

However.

”Sorry, I refuse.”

She made her refusal clear.

”Why!”

Lu Xiaobu dug deeper.

”I have a teacher.”

”What if your teacher tells you to follow me?”

”That’s impossible.”

”What if?”

”Then I’d accept. After all, I admire you!”

”Fine, where is your teacher?”

”Over there, by the little stream.”

”Take me there.”

”Okay.”

The conversation between Lu Xiaobu and the girl stunned the onlookers.

What kind of communication was this?!

So refreshingly unconventional, straightforward, and simple?!

Goodness, are both of your thought processes abnormal?!

What you’re discussing isn’t something like what to eat for lunch today, but rather a serious matter of accepting mentorship!

I’m impressed! Truly impressed!

Regardless of what they thought, clearly there was no place for them to speak here.

Lu Xiaobu and the girl made their way to what was supposedly the literary club’s gathering place, to meet the girl’s teacher.

...

Before even arriving, one could mysteriously feel a sense of coolness.

This piqued Lu Xiaobu’s interest, somewhat excited; this school’s dating Holy Land—the small woods—actually harbored such a serene spot?

Indeed rare!

Taking a few more steps forward, they went around a couple of trees.

A quiet stream appeared before their eyes.

The stream wasn’t very large, but it flowed gently and was exceptionally clear.

Not only that, but they also saw a man with his back to Lu Xiaobu.

He looked slim, with a somewhat frail appearance, yet his spine was straight, possessing a sense of resilience.

Like seaweed... pah, like a bamboo!

”Is there a visitor?”

The man stood up, looking at Lu Xiaobu and the female academic prodigy with a gentle smile.

This man wore glasses, his demure appearance hardly concealing the distinct sense of sharpness on his face.

”Yes, teacher, this is Lu Xiaobu.”

The female academic prodigy bowed to the man, speaking respectfully.

”Wow, Mr. Lu, I’ve long heard of your great fame, and today I finally get to meet you!”

Upon hearing the introduction from the female academic prodigy, the man became very excited, hurriedly taking two steps forward.

But then he thought for a second, returned to his senses, washed his hands in the stream, before approaching again: ”My humble name is Liu Chen. I’ve long heard of the gentleman’s great talent, your work ’Youthful Heavenly Dynasty’ has amazed all quarters, it’s a pleasure to finally meet you!”

”Hold on, can’t we just talk normally?!”

Lu Xiaobu and Liu Chen shook hands, Lu Xiaobu speaking with a pained expression.

Truly a worthy teacher of the female academic prodigy, even his thought process is peculiar.

And the students of the literary society were astounded.

”Teacher Liu actually holds Lu Xiaobu in such high regard?!”

”Oh my god! I really didn’t expect this!”

”...”

The students of the literary society were overcome with shock.

Teacher Liu was an exceedingly special presence in their school; even the principal didn’t dare provoke him too much.

After all, Teacher Liu was a member of the writers’ association.

It is even said that he holds a high position there.

But what about today?

This incredible Teacher Liu was showing such deference in front of Lu Xiaobu.

That was truly terrifying!

”Alright, alright, let’s talk normally. I got a bit carried away just now, please forgive me!” Liu Chen apologized.

”It’s all good, it’s all good. Actually, there’s nothing much, I’m just interested in your student and would like her to follow me in the future, what do you think?”

Lu Xiaobu continued in a straightforward manner: ”Whatever conditions you have, feel free to mention them.”

”Hmmm...”

Hearing Lu Xiaobu’s proposal, Liu Chen looked at the female academic prodigy and then at Lu Xiaobu, lost in thought.

He certainly knew how much his student admired Lu Xiaobu.

More than he ever could.

If she could follow Lu Xiaobu, she would definitely be willing.

But, he was her teacher after all, and had to consider a bit more for his student.

So.

”How about this, I’ve only been exposed to Mr. Lu’s literary achievements through ’Youthful Heavenly Dynasty’ and that anonymous poem. Although that already speaks volumes about Mr. Lu’s literary foundation, I would like to verify it further. How does Mr. Lu feel about this?”

Liu Chen had agreed to speak normally, but still carried a literary air about him.

Actually, his previous statement meant just one thing - he wanted to test Lu Xiaobu.

”Sure.”

Lu Xiaobu was not one to shrink back.

He’d set his sights on the female academic prodigy.

A test? Bring it on!

Who’s afraid?

It’ll probably be a literary question.

The old method - just get the system to find something for him!

After all, once he got the female academic prodigy on his side, he would no longer have to personally deal with literary matters!

So, let it be tiring this time around!

But afterwards, it will be a breeze!

”What test?” Lu Xiaobu asked.

”How about matching couplets?” Liu Chen smiled: ”It’s quite fundamental.”

”Sure.” Lu Xiaobu shrugged, nonchalant.

”Then let’s officially start.”

Liu Chen’s gaze suddenly became sharp: ”Men of letters have been competitive since ancient times, I won’t be holding back.”

”Please.”

Lu Xiaobu was neither sad nor happy, his expression calm.

A great battle is on the brink of breaking out!

The surrounding students suddenly became tense.

For men of letters, a couplet contest is like two swordsmen crossing blades!

Definitely a match bound to be extraordinarily splendid.