Chapter 924: Chapter 26: Known as the Black Lotus in the Martial World
And so, this tavern was home to several well-known figures in the martial arts world.
Xu Lang and Shen Hanshu don’t need any introduction—they basically never leave the tavern unless necessary. Originally, these two loved adventuring across the world, but now they’re like homebodies. They didn’t know what the term "homebody" meant—later they learned it from Kong Hou’s disdainful expression, and after asking her about it, they understood its meaning with mixed feelings.
They’re homebodies, sure, but they’re not fat, are they? Their chest and abdominal muscles are still in good shape.
Dugu Yan still diligently performs chores every day, practices swordsmanship morning and evening, with Tianmiao occasionally offering guidance.
Sheng Yulin, on the other hand, seems to have embraced a pre-retirement lifestyle, spending his days drinking, having tea, napping, and sunbathing in the tavern.
After the last incident, Tang Fengyue dislikes Sheng Yulin even more. Every time he sees Sheng Yulin, he snorts coldly in disgust or rolls his eyes and turns his head away.
He originally intended to leave, but his curiosity about the Boss kept him here, observing Tianmiao every day.
One day, Tang Fengyue was adjusting his crossbow in the courtyard, while Xu Lang watched, praising him continuously.
"Young Hero Tang, your crossbow can actually fire four times in succession. I remember the crossbows made by the Tang Sect could only shoot up to three times. No, it’s safe to say that all crossbows in history could only fire three times at most. Young Hero Tang, you actually created one that fires four times consecutively." Xu Lang exclaimed in surprise, his praise genuinely heartfelt. This genius from the Tang Sect truly lived up to the label of genius with many of his creations worthy of being recorded in the annals of history.
Embarrassed by the compliment, Tang Fengyue smiled shyly, "I just tinker around when I have nothing to do. Then I managed to figure it out."
Tianmiao happened to pass by, stopped, and watched as Tang Fengyue set up his crossbow.
After observing for a moment, Tianmiao praised, "Indeed, quite impressive."
Hearing such praise from Tianmiao, Tang Fengyue turned to look at Tianmiao in slight surprise, a flutter of happiness in his heart, "Really?"
"Really. What you’ve achieved, there’s truly no one who can compare." Tianmiao nodded.
At this moment, Tang Fengyue’s heart felt like it was exploding with fireworks. He actually earned such affirmation from the Boss!
"You can make some adjustments, and it won’t just fire four times." Tianmiao took the crossbow from Tang Fengyue’s hands, tweaked it a little, and handed it back.
After examining it closely, Tang Fengyue felt both shaken and challenged. Xu Lang, not understanding, blinked in confusion.
"Boss Tian... you are indeed impressive." Tang Fengyue said dejectedly as he set down the crossbow. This genius young man was deeply affected at this moment, his long-held pride seemingly shattered at once.
"You silly boy. Don’t discredit yourself; you’re a genuine genius." Tianmiao realized the young man was deeply struck by his demonstration and feared this genius might be knocked down permanently, so he gently comforted him.
"No, you’re the genius. You just said there’s no one who can compare to me in the world." Tang Fengyue shook his head with a bitter smile.
"Indeed, I said... no—one—can compare to you." Tianmiao smiled slightly, pausing slightly and emphasizing the word "one."
After speaking, Tianmiao gently patted Tang Fengyue on the shoulder, smiling warmly, "Young man, I have great hopes for you. Your future is boundless."
After saying this, Tianmiao turned and left, leaving Tang Fengyue stunned in place.
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