Chapter 107: Flirting Hurts the Body (Thanks to Luo Qisi Mieji for the Silver Reward)

Su Yue looked at him openly, maintaining a smile on her face as if she wanted to see what excuse he would come up with this time.

But to her surprise, Old Wang didn't say anything. Instead, his gaze drifted downward, and his squinted eyes suddenly widened, making him look more alert.

Su Yue was taken aback and instinctively frowned. "What are you looking at?"

"Nothing! I'm a decent man!" Old Wang said, but his gaze didn't move. His lecherous expression was unmistakable even to a blind man.

"Oh?" She moved closer instead, then looked into Old Wang's eyes with a smile. "Wanna get to know me better?"

Old Wang felt a headache coming on. He had hoped to make her back off, given his less-than-stellar reputation. But it seemed she was genuinely interested, not in his charm, but in his secrets.

It was frustrating.

The problem wasn't Su Yue; it was himself. As a normal man, being surrounded by beautiful women every day made it hard to stay calm. In this aspect, men were truly inferior to women.

Clara had just left the day before, and now another one had appeared. The key issue was that these seductive women teased without taking responsibility. This kind of thing could be detrimental to one's health!

Old Wang knew he couldn't show weakness. Just as he was about to give Su Yue a stern warning, Master Lao Luo arrived.

"What's all the noise?"

The twelve senior brothers, who had been arguing heatedly a moment ago, instantly quieted down and hurried back to their seats.

Lao Luo scanned the room with a stern gaze. When he saw Su Yue and Wang Feng sitting together, a warm smile appeared on his usually stern face.

This was great!

To be honest, bringing Wang Feng here was meant for direct apprenticeship, but he feared others might think he was too eager. So he decided to let Wang Feng adapt first, waiting for a natural opportunity.

It wasn't that Lao Luo was being opportunistic; it was for the sake of the League of Blades' casting vision. A second-year disciple mastering such advanced techniques was unprecedented.

Who hasn't been young? Su Yue's talent was undeniable, placing her among the top five candidates in the entire Rose. A girlfriend's preferences could significantly influence a man, and Lao Luo was thinking big picture.

"Wang Feng, this is your first day of class." Lao Luo placed his materials on the lectern with a gentle smile. "In the Steel Rose group, we always pair students for learning. Previously, Su Yue was an extra, joining other senior brothers' groups. Now with you here, it's perfect."

Immediately, everyone in the classroom tensed up, holding their breath and focusing on Lao Luo's words.

"From now on, you'll work with Su Yue. She has the best theoretical scores in our group, so you two can learn from each other." Lao Luo smiled like an old matchmaker, knowing Wang Feng was somewhat specialized. He learned those techniques through runes and mech repairs, which was typical of a genius.

Rebellious!

But Su Yue was well-rounded, and they might become a legendary casting duo.

Runes?

What were runes anyway, except for a bunch of old, stubborn fools? What else did they have!

Lao Luo's decision was final, leaving the others visibly disappointed. It was blatant favoritism.

Lao Luo frowned and shouted, "What's with the lack of energy this early in the morning? Get yourselves together, class starts now!"

...

Today was Wang Feng's first day at the Foundry, and Lao Luo was determined to impress him. Knowing Wang Feng's interest in heavy mechs, today's topic was the evolution of modified mechs.

Lao Luo was indeed skilled. The lecture covered the development of modified mechs from creation to the present, captivating everyone. Even Patu and others thought their master had changed, as he previously dismissed such intricate techniques.

Old Wang found it enlightening, providing plenty of inspiration. With this knowledge, he could keep his game going for another decade, securing his position as the richest man.

Lao Luo enjoyed teaching this class, seeing the students' genuine interest.

Wang Feng listened attentively, taking notes. This reminded Lao Luo of his younger self, once a 'mech boy.'

"Theory is just the foundation; practical skills are where a caster's value lies." Lao Luo concluded with a smile, then casually asked, "Yesterday, everyone saw Anbolin's hammering technique. Any insights?"

Lao Luo hoped to hear Wang Feng's thoughts, gauging the likelihood of Anbolin poaching him. Honestly, he admired Wang Feng but lacked confidence compared to Anbolin. Patu raised his hand first.

Lao Luo frowned and called on Patu.

"Master, I think Anbolin's Flash Hammer Technique focuses on three aspects: speed, precision, and soul!"

Patu analyzed Anbolin's technique clearly, hitting several key points. Summarizing it as impressive and challenging to learn, he emphasized the importance of studying opponents to improve and defeat them.

The other students nodded in agreement. Anbolin was indeed impressive, and while both were famous in Aurora City, outside it, only Anbolin was known.

Yesterday, most students were baffled by Anbolin's technique due to its speed, beyond their ability to comprehend. Patu, however, understood it perfectly, proving his position as the senior brother wasn't just through flattery.

After finishing, Patu glanced smugly at Wang Feng, thinking, "Don't underestimate the depth of casting. It's not just about flattery."

Patu stood there, awaiting praise from his master.

"Holy Light's 'New Casting Era,' I asked for your own opinion, not parroting back what you've read. You're acting like a dog, forgetting everything I taught you!"

"This was from my pre-study..." Patu tried to defend himself timidly.

"Still talking back!"

Usually, Lao Luo might have let it go, but Wang Feng was present. Praising Anbolin in front of him was foolish!

Lao Luo's temper flared, and he threw a teacup at Patu, who didn't dare dodge. The throw didn't hurt much, but the tea splashed his face, embarrassing him.

"You finish the class and tell me it's pre-study? Do you think you're a land cruiser turtle, always lagging behind?!" Lao Luo yelled, "And still talking back? How did I ever bring you into the Steel Rose group? Don't call yourself my disciple; it's shameful!"

Lao Luo continued berating Patu, silencing the entire class.

Luo Yan cursed until his mouth was dry. Instinctively, he wanted to take a sip from the teacup on the podium, but he found that it had already been thrown away, leaving him with nothing in his hand. This made him pause for a moment.

He glared at the disciples, who usually seemed quite adorable, but thinking about how this bunch of losers had lost to the Judgment yesterday, he felt even angrier. His expression only softened slightly when his gaze landed on Wang Feng.

"Wang Feng, tell me about Anbolin's Flash Hammer Technique!"

The others in the lecture hall had been looking ashen-faced and dejected, but upon hearing this, they suddenly felt a surge of energy.

Wang Feng had been late that day and hadn't seen Anbolin's hammer technique. Master Luo Yan must have forgotten this detail. What could he possibly say? With Master's temper, there would surely be another scolding.

Thinking about how this guy was about to get scolded, everyone felt a secret satisfaction. You deserved it for stealing the class goddess on your first day! Karma, right?

Su Yue watched with interest as the composed figure beside her slowly stood up. She believed Wang Feng had considerable casting skills, but since he wasn't present that day, she doubted he could say anything meaningful.

"Teacher, Anbolin's Flash Hammer Technique can't compare to your Breakpoint Casting!" Wang Feng said, causing Lao Luo to blush slightly while the other students instantly showed looks of disdain.

Bootlicker!

Breakpoint Casting was good, but it couldn't reach the level of Holy Light; it was not in the same league.

"I'm being honest. The Flash Hammer Technique has too high a threshold; it requires a divine seed and some special talents. That means it's hard to pass down and even harder to apply widely. On the other hand, Breakpoint Hammering doesn't limit the soul seed and can be easily popularized, promoting the development of the casting profession and greatly improving efficiency and success rates. What is this called? Simplifying complexity, returning to basics. A true master always considers ordinary people like us. As for the Flash Hammer Technique, it's more about showmanship, so there's no comparison. It's just that there are too many vulgar people in this world who can't understand your painstaking efforts."

If it weren't for the presence of the disciples, Lao Luo would have applauded. What was this?

A kindred spirit!

Not only did Wang Feng have talent and ability, but he also had a clear head, unclouded by superficiality.

Luo Yan tried to control his urge to laugh wildly and said with a gentle smile, "You're not an ordinary person, child. These words are fine among us. I don't care about vanity. Anbolin does have some skill, so you should learn from him."

The boys who were waiting for a good show were all dumbfounded. What the hell? How could he say things like that?

Where's his shame?

Su Yue almost burst out laughing. No wonder this guy could fit in so well; he was indeed a bootlicker.

Old Wang still felt unsatisfied. Since he was here, he needed to secure Luo Yan's support to make casting a solid backing for himself.

"Teacher, you're too humble," Old Wang sighed. "Anbolin's fame comes from Anhe Hall's money. True masters despise such trivialities and only through this can they reach the highest realm. Compared to wasting time making money, you dedicate yourself entirely to nurturing us. Honestly, if you wanted to make money, it would be easy. As a teacher, you embody the spirit of the Supreme Saint, which many have forgotten."

"Well said! Peace makes people weak. Many are intoxicated by the sugar-coated bullets of the Nine Gods Empire. Learn from Wang Feng. Though new, his spirit is commendable, truly deserving of Headmistress Karida's approval."

Luo Yan felt elated, inwardly shouting that everyone should hear this enlightening voice.

The other students below the podium were collectively stunned.

How could someone act like this?

In front of so many people, he could praise without any hint of embarrassment.

They had heard rumors about Wang Feng shamelessly flattering Headmistress Karida, but now it seemed those rumors were understated.

Wang Feng's flattery skills were worthy of a heroic title.

Patu almost wanted to curse. This was too much!

Three years of master-disciple relationship... He didn't know Master liked such blatant flattery. Damn!

Maybe he should change his style too?

Master's attitude significantly affected his future. Even if Master gave up on him, he couldn't give up on Master!

Only Su Yue was struggling to hold back laughter.

As a member of a casting merchant family, she was used to the business world's intrigues and flattery, finding them normal and not offensive.

Frankly, she had met capable people and skilled flatterers, but never anyone as capable and adept at flattery as Wang Feng. She became increasingly curious about the secrets he was hiding. What was his motive?

"You kids!" Luo Yan, now flushed with satisfaction, said, "I often repeat one thing: don't judge things by their surface. This applies to both life and work! Without a heart that sees the essence and the courage to question the world, you won't become true casting masters!"

"Although Wang Feng's words were slightly extreme, his questioning of authority is right and courageous! Don't just follow the crowd; always have your own opinions! Don't fear being wrong; fear being mindless!" Luo Yan sternly glanced at the still-stunned Patu.

Patu wanted to cry.

"H-heard..."

"Did you eat today? Speak louder!"

"Heard!"

"Xiao Feng." Luo Yan then looked at Wang Feng gently. "You're new to our Foundry. Spend these few days getting familiar with it. I'll ask Li Sitan to excuse you from Rune Academy classes. He needs to focus on the other two students' progress, teaching low-level stuff. With your rune level, you won't learn much there anyway. Treat this place like home. Oh, I've arranged a dorm for you to save you the trouble of commuting. If anyone dares to give you a hard time, I'll deal with them!"

His stern gaze swept over Patu and the others, making them shudder. They had indeed planned pranks for the newcomer, a traditional initiation.

This...

Patu and the others felt a bit breathless.

"Yes, Teacher Luo Yan!" Old Wang respectfully said. "Yesterday, after your guidance, I've been itching to practice my hammer technique. My hammering is still immature, but applying for a workshop is a bit troublesome..."

"Troublesome? What trouble?" Luo Yan said, eyes wide. "Just go use any workshop, whether low or high level. Need materials? Report my name for anything below level three. I've already informed the workshop staff. No trouble!"

True buddy!

Old Wang immediately gave a thumbs-up. Although materials below level three weren't very valuable, the convenience was significant.

Indeed, no matter which world it is, flattering is the way to go.

"Thank you, Master. I will study hard and not bring shame to you!"

Old Wang quickly changed his address appropriately.

Luo Yan beamed with joy, what an understanding child.

Seeing Luo Yan's loving and gentle expression, Patu and the others were already completely out of breath, feeling as if their worldview had been thoroughly shattered.

Was it Wang Feng who bent the Master, or was the Master already bent?

This damn flatterer, it feels like the dark age of the Foundry has arrived...

Old Wang dominated the advanced workshop in the Foundry for several consecutive days. Sometimes even mentors had to wait to use it, after all, he was using the name of Master Luo Yan.

Mentors also have different ranks; the Dean of the Foundry doesn't care about anything, focusing solely on seclusion and research with the old headmaster. So, Luo Yan is now the actual boss of the Foundry. When he says one, nobody can say two.

Nobody knew what Old Wang was doing inside, but he brought in many materials in large bags, making it seem like he was just putting on a show.

Patu deeply understood Mo Tong's helplessness and anger this time. No wonder Mo Tong always felt indignant; Wang Feng wasn't human!

Mo Tong was right; this guy relied on his mouth!

In the past, Mo Tong was alone, and Mahoraga wasn't one to gossip. But during this casting class, many people witnessed the events, and Old Wang's flattery skills instantly spread throughout the Foundry. After all, Old Wang was now somewhat famous.

Who’s the best at flattery? Look for Old Wang in the Symbol Casting Dormitory!

However, people no longer targeted Wang Feng's character. His persona was that of a flatterer, so what could they do?

Fantasy felt more popular in the Martial Dao Courtyard, with people often asking him about the details of "Wang Feng bending Luo Yan."

Previously, Fantasy resisted discussing such matters because it felt shameful. But seeing how people laughed and smiled when talking about these topics, Fantasy began to think he might have overthought it. It seemed that people didn't dislike Feng that much.

Moreover, there were also those who asked about the details of the "Wang Feng Education Ruling Incident." This sudden positive image washed away much of the shame of having him as their captain, making conversations less awkward.

Unfortunately, Wang Feng had been staying in the Foundry and hadn’t met up with everyone yet, nor had he had the chance to brag about the details. But this didn't faze Fantasy.

After all, he had been influenced by President Wang for some time. Even by instinct, he knew to exaggerate. If he hadn't seen it himself, couldn't he claim Wang Feng told him personally?

So, he embellished the stories and basked in the attention, feeling quite pleased.

But the best part was yet to come—it was Lei Lei... She was very interested in Wang Feng's affairs and often came to Fantasy to ask about various details. The idea that "Fantasy's friend is her friend" made Fantasy feel like spring had arrived, ah, another season of rejuvenation!

Fantasy felt like he was walking on air these past few days, and he was extremely curious about the real situation of the "slap incident" and "bending Luo Yan." Finally, when Wang Feng emerged from his seclusion in the Foundry, everyone gathered at his dormitory.

Being cautious, Old Wang spent time repairing the Golden Barrier upon Luo Yan's permission. This was a life-saving artifact, saving him a considerable amount of money. He didn't expect to be surrounded by a group of curious people upon returning.

Old Wang remained calm: "Don't you know who your captain is? A recipient of the Purple Iron Rose Medal and certified Gold Profession Medal..."

"Stop!" Winnie waved her hand, unable to stand the arrogance of this useless captain: "Give us the real stuff, what were you thinking then!"

"Thinking? Life and death are indifferent; if you don't agree, fight!"

"Details?"

"Just as I was about to give details, you interrupted me." Old Wang scolded her with a tone of disappointment: "Why do you always interrupt when your captain speaks, Winnie? If everything only has results, what's the point? It makes it sound like I'm boasting. If you don't want to listen, fine. Your captain doesn't want to talk either."

Winnie's eyeliner darkened, but she did interrupt him earlier, leaving her with no argument.

Old Wang noticed that this little girl was actually a gossip enthusiast with a strong curiosity. Intent on teasing her, he deliberately avoided mentioning that day's events and instead took out two potion bottles filled with pink liquid.

(Thanks to "Luochis Extinguisher" for the generous 1 million reward, achieving the status of Nine Days Silver Alliance Leader, impressive! An old brother, Luo Chi is a financially free 90s pure tycoon. This chapter combines two chapters, thank you!)