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"Elder Ying, I was wrong, I was wrong. Please give me another chance. I shouldn't have treated Miss Liu like that." He felt like banging his head on the ground.
His heart was in turmoil; a single word from Elder Ying could erase all his past achievements. It was akin to being blacklisted by the most powerful person in an industry, leaving no one willing to employ him again.
Ren Qiangsheng was terrified, afraid that his future would be ruined. Therefore, no matter how many people were watching or how humiliating it was, he was willing to endure it all.
In that moment of lowering his head, he gritted his teeth, wishing he could swallow Liu Qingxi whole. It was all because of that shameless little wretch that he found himself in such a predicament. He vowed to make her pay for it later.
At this moment, he attributed all the blame to Liu Qingxi. Why didn't she tell him she was Elder Ying's disciple? Why didn't she reveal her identity? Why did she sit quietly at the back without greeting Elder Ying?
If he had known she was Elder Ying's disciple, he would never have acted this way.
However, Ren Qiangsheng forgot that she had no obligation to tell him the truth. Why should she? After all, he had insulted her so badly; why should she consider him?
Such a person lacks self-awareness. When faced with someone of higher status, they act like a sycophant, treading carefully as if they were a servant.
But once they turn around and see someone of lower status, they act like a master.
So regardless of right or wrong in matters such as Liu Qingxi's reputation being tarnished, he felt no guilt. The fault lay with her for not proactively revealing her identity.
It truly is a case of allowing officials to set fire while forbidding the common people from lighting lamps.
If Liu Qingxi knew what he was thinking, she would surely splash a cup of tea in his face and say, "Damn it! Can't you have some self-awareness?"
Yet there are indeed people like this in real life—who always believe they are right while others are always wrong.
Unfortunately, Elder Ying had a fiery temper and was protective of his own. If this young man sincerely admitted his mistake, that would be one thing. But what about offending Liu Qingxi? Was that where the mistake lay?
If the person insulted wasn't a powerful disciple but someone else, would it have been acceptable then?
Old Li, standing to Elder Ying's left, shook his head. This young man really wasn't cut out for it.
If you don't seize your last chance, you can't blame others. Who doesn't know that Elder Ying cannot tolerate any sand in his eyes?
Just as he thought this, Elder Ying continued, "Aren't you going to hurry up and send him out? No matter what others do in the future, I will never use someone like him."
Well, Elder Ying, you don't have to worry about using the people below. How could that be possible?
This is a complete industry ban!
Watching Ren Qiangsheng being dragged out so brutally, screaming and dragging his legs, it was simply tragic.
At this moment, everyone had a scale in their hearts, a scale measuring Liu Qingxi's status and identity.
Elder Ying is someone who does not act lightly; when he does, he is always strong and decisive. However, after all these years, he had never seen him deal with a junior so straightforwardly and immediately declare a ban.
Thinking about it, who would dare to use someone that Elder Ying has deemed unworthy? That would be a blatant slap in the face to this elder.
The scene fell into an eerie silence, so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
Under the Pavilion, dozens of people stood quietly, none daring to break this deathly stillness.
After a full tea break, Elder Ying retracted his angry expression and suppressed his fury to return to normal: "Alright, I was a bit too harsh earlier due to my temper. Please forgive me."
However, who could really think like that? Wasn't this elder just covering for his own?
But what could everyone do? Naturally, they respectfully agreed with Elder Ying's view. After all, he wasn't wrong; someone like Ren Qiangsheng truly shouldn't be kept around. If he was so arrogant now, who knows how he would behave in the future?
"Elder Ying, you did nothing wrong. The young people nowadays are indeed too arrogant."
"Yes, yes! Being so cruel to a girl is simply too vicious."
The sound of agreement filled the air, with everyone chiming in.
Several people began to praise Liu Qingxi: "Elder Ying, when did you find such a good disciple? I truly envy you."
"We've all heard of your beloved disciple's reputation; she's quite famous even in Linyi County and throughout Lingjiang Province."
"With someone like Miss Liu who has such talent, it's a blessing for the people."
Liu Qingxi rolled her eyes, wondering if they could be any less insincere. Was it really so amusing for these older seniors to act this way?
However, others didn't share her sentiment; after all, it was about Elder Ying's disciple.
The compliments kept coming, and Liu Qingxi felt utterly bewildered.
At that moment, Elder Ying slowly raised his hand, signaling for everyone to quiet down. "Thank you all for your kind words about my disciple. However, she has just become my apprentice and we haven't held the formal ceremony yet. Let's take this opportunity for Kid to witness it."
"Sounds good! Congratulations!"
"Congratulations!"
Only one person remained, fuming and glaring at Elder Ying. "Hey, hey, hey! Don't rush to congratulate her! You old man, what gives you the right to take on such an excellent disciple?"
Old Li shouted loudly, but no one paid attention to his outburst as Elder Ying waved his hand, instructing his attendants to present the apprenticeship gifts.
Thus, in such a grand setting, Liu Qingxi underwent a spectacular apprenticeship ceremony before the witness of many esteemed figures in the industry. After all, few had the fortune and honor of such an occasion.
Above the main seat, Elder Ying sat calmly, with more than ten tables below, all filled with guests.
Under the gaze of everyone, Liu Qingxi slowly stepped forward towards the elder.
The elder's hair was completely white, but his eyes were bright.
Step by step, Liu Qingxi walked steadily, making her way into the hearts of the people.
Unbeknownst to her, each step she took brought not only an increase in professional knowledge from Elder Ying but also a series of connections and the power to help protect her.
Of course, that was a matter for later. Finally, Liu Qingxi arrived in front of Elder Ying.
On a round cushion laid with two mats on the ground, Liu Qingxi slowly knelt down, sincerely bowing three times from her heart. Then she picked up a cup of hot tea from the tray held by a maid.
“Master, please have some tea!” With her arms held out flat and her head slightly lowered, she said respectfully.
Elder Ying smiled as he took the cup and took a sip. He then quickly stood up and helped Liu Qingxi up: “Alright, alright, get up quickly! Isn’t it uncomfortable to kneel? Your master understands your intentions, haha!”
His hearty laughter echoed far and wide. Liu Qingxi, closest to him, could clearly feel his joy: “Master, rest assured, I will study hard and not bring shame to you.”
The apprenticeship ceremony seemed simple but was not without its significance. Elder Ying presented a meeting gift, and Liu Qingxi also offered her personally prepared gift, marking the end of the ceremony.
After that, the atmosphere returned to a harmonious state, though Liu Qingxi found herself surrounded by a few more people.
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