Chapitre 1099: Chapter 1099 The Whole City Knows

"We can accept him being stronger than you," she conceded. "But surpassing both your father and myself is a harder pill to swallow."

Zhao Huaian echoed her skepticism, standing beside Huang Yueling. "Exactly. Wild claims don't bode well for a first impression, especially towards your new teacher."

Lu Yu, ever easygoing, simply smiled. "No worries; you two carry on with the lesson. I have something else to attend to."

"But Master, you should stay for her lecture," Jiang Ling protested. "Maybe you can help check out her theories."

Lu Yu waved a dismissive hand. "This is your training, not mine. My presence might disrupt things."

Jiang Ling sighed, seemingly resigned.

Suddenly, Huang Yueling turned to Zhao Huaian, a question sparking in her eyes. "On my way here, I overheard whispers of the monstrous crocodile in the forest being slain."