Chapter 128 No One Comes

After instructing the several students to cultivate according to the techniques he had taught, saying he might be away for a few days, Zhang Xuan left the academy.

Finding an empty alley, he emerged again, now transformed into the appearance of the master teacher “Yang Xuan”.

With only fourteen days left until the freshman competition, he had to seize every moment.

Soon he arrived at the mansion. Before he even reached the entrance, he saw two guards standing on either side, looking valiant and spirited, their strength already at the fourth level of martial artist, the Skin and Bone realm.

“Not bad, quite impressive!”

Both guards wore matching uniforms, not extravagant but with a certain style, giving the feel of a great clan.

To have found guards and prepared everything in such a short time showed that this Xiaoqiang was quite capable.

“Master!”

Seeing him approach, the two guards hesitated for a moment, then called out in unison.

“Mm.” Zhang Xuan nodded in satisfaction.

It seemed that this steward Xiaoqiang had even described his appearance and clothing; otherwise, they wouldn’t have recognized him on first sight, avoiding the embarrassment of the master not being able to enter his own home.

Entering the mansion, he found it had been thoroughly cleaned, with potted plants placed all around; stepping inside, a fragrant aroma filled the air.

“Master!”

“Master!”

One by one, guards and maids came over and bowed respectfully.

Zhang Xuan nodded in satisfaction and strode toward the living room.

“Master, I have followed your instructions and gathered the people—thirty maids and fifty guards…”

Before he reached the room, Sun Qiang hurried over, looking proud and eager to show off.

To gather so many people in such a short time, with quality and quantity, probably only he could do it.

“Not bad.” Zhang Xuan praised him, then asked, “Did you spread the news I asked you to yesterday?”

“Rest assured, Master, I have spread it. I believe soon the entire Tianxuan Royal City will know that I am now serving a master teacher.” Sun Qiang looked at him with admiration.

Although he didn’t know why the master wanted to publicize his identity as a master teacher, since he had ordered it, there must be a purpose.

“How did you spread it?”

“I made a big show of dismantling my shop and told everyone in the marketplace that from today on, I would become a master teacher’s steward and serve the master. The marketplace is full of people and gossip; I believe the news will spread quickly.”

Sun Qiang replied hastily.

“Mm.” Zhang Xuan acknowledged.

Indeed, this was the best way to spread the news—neither forced nor contrived, and effective in getting the message out. Of course, the actual effect remained to be seen.

“Master, is there anything else you wish to command?”

Seeing the master’s satisfaction, Sun Qiang’s eyes sparkled with excitement as he continued.

“No…” Zhang Xuan thought for a moment. “Hiring these maids and guards must have cost quite a bit. Are we short on money?”

He had only given the other ten thousand gold coins; the house rental alone was five thousand. With thirty maids and fifty guards, the remaining five thousand probably wouldn’t be enough.

“It’s enough. As soon as these people heard they would be serving a master teacher, they rushed over willingly, asking for very little money, and some even asked for nothing. Five thousand gold coins is more than sufficient.” Sun Qiang said.

Even now, he found it hard to believe; the prestige of a master teacher was truly terrifying.

When he dismantled his shop and said he was going to be a master teacher’s steward, many didn’t believe him. Yet still, many guards and girls rushed over, willing to become maids and guards.

Such drawing power was unmatched by any other profession.

Not to mention anything else, just being able to come into contact with a master teacher and receive a few pointers was worth more than years of hard training. That alone drove countless people wild.

“Brew me a cup of tea.”

Knowing that the news had been spread, all he had to do now was wait. Zhang Xuan wasn’t anxious; he walked into the living room and sat down on a chair.

Soon, a maid brought a cup of tea.

This maid was a girl of sixteen or seventeen, called Wan’er, very pretty with bright, moving eyes. At first she was a bit nervous seeing Zhang Xuan, but when she saw he wasn’t fierce, she relaxed and moved more freely.

Knowing he couldn’t rush things, Zhang Xuan sipped his tea and quietly waited for someone to come to him.

He waited from morning till afternoon, the sun about to set in the west, yet no one came—not even a single curious onlooker.

“Master, should I hang a sign at the door saying ‘Master Teacher Here’…”

Sun Qiang, also anxious, couldn’t help but come over.

“…” Zhang Xuan was speechless.

Letting people find out inadvertently—that’s how you show off. Hanging a sign directly, like doing business—how could that work?

And ‘Master Teacher Here’… it sounded like ‘Beware of Dog’ or something.

“It seems no one is coming today. Let’s go out for a stroll.”

Ignoring the other’s words, Zhang Xuan stood up.

Although Sun Qiang had said outside that there was a master teacher here, most people still chose not to believe it.

After all, what status did a master teacher have? How could he easily come to the Tianxuan Kingdom and even stay here?

And even if he did stay, it would be in a luxurious place like the royal palace, not renting your mansion and making you a steward—dream on…

“Stroll?”

Sun Qiang blinked. “But… what if someone comes while we’re out?”

He now knew that the master wanted to make a name for himself in Tianxuan City quickly. After waiting all day, if someone came while they were out, wouldn’t the whole day’s effort be wasted?

“Tell the guards that if anyone really comes, have them wait at the door. No one is allowed inside without my orders.”

Zhang Xuan waved his hand.

A master teacher must have dignity. No matter who it was, even if it were King Shen Zhui of the kingdom, without his permission, they couldn’t enter!

“Yes…”

Sun Qiang nodded repeatedly.

“Let’s go.”

Since waiting yielded nothing, he would go out and find an opportunity. Otherwise, after today, only thirteen days remained until the freshman competition, and the medicinal herbs would arrive in nine days—time waited for no one.

Walking along the street, the crowd flowed around them. The sun was about to set, and the autumn weather brought a slight chill with the breeze.

“Among the people you know, who is the richest?”

After a few steps, Zhang Xuan turned and asked.

“Reporting to Master, it’s definitely the owner of Tianyu Trading Company, Lord Ling Tianyu. His wealth rivals that of a nation; he’s a true billionaire!” Sun Qiang’s eyes showed deep admiration.

“The owner of Tianyu Trading Company? A billionaire?”

Zhang Xuan’s eyes lit up. “He’s the one!”

The purpose of posing as a master teacher was to quickly make money, so of course he would target the rich.

“Where is he?” Having made his decision, Zhang Xuan asked.

“Reporting to Master, Lord Ling is usually at the trading company at this time. Do you wish to see him?” Sun Qiang looked at him with curiosity.

“Mm, let’s go take a look.”

Zhang Xuan nodded, waved his hand, and the two strode toward the Tianyu Trading Company.