Don't let Yu Ding take on any more disciples.

Chapter 253 I believe you can surpass your teacher

"I've completed my apprenticeship..." In the world of his mind, Bifang, lying on a branch of a fiery tree, suddenly showed a look of joy.

Now that the cloth strips were no longer wrapped around him, he could sense everything in the outside world.

"Without that old bastard... dealing with this kid will be a piece of cake for me, won't it?"

Bi Fang's expression was subtle. Suddenly, he shook his head and said solemnly, "No, no, this old bastard's cultivation is profound and he's very strange. It might be a trap. I have to stay calm and stay calm!"

……

So decisive... Yu Ding glanced at Li Jing, his lips twitching, looking at his disciple with an expression of utter certainty.

I know that Miss Yin is the one you love, but when you mention her, you could at least decline a little bit, so that I can feel better!
"Oh no..." Li Jing felt a chill run down his spine as Yu Ding stared at him. He coughed and said, "Master, is there anything else you need to tell me while you're staring at me like this?"

"Jing'er, as we part, I have nothing else to say. Just remember that you are the first disciple of our Flying Fish lineage, and also the last," Yu Ding said, gazing at the place where Flying Fish Mountain used to be.

"Ah, Master, what do you mean by that?"

Li Jing was shocked: "Does this mean you're no longer accepting disciples?"

"I won't accept you anymore, I won't accept you anymore. You alone are enough for my Taixu Sect."

Yu Ding looked at Li Jing and suddenly laughed loudly: "I, Tai Xu, have never been inferior to anyone in my life. Even if it is Yu Ding Zhenren... I still do not accept him. I never expected to pick up such a good disciple from him!"

"Ah, good disciple... Didn't Master say that his disciple was terrible, the worst in his life?"

Upon hearing this, Li Jing was stunned and asked in disbelief.

"Heh, so what if I have poor aptitude? Who says someone with poor aptitude can't become an immortal? I wouldn't even look down on someone with good aptitude!" Yu Ding snorted.

Master, what strange quirk is this...? Li Jing broke out in a cold sweat, nodding hurriedly in agreement, but feeling somewhat disappointed.

Those words almost made him think that the person who said he was lacking in talent was lying to him, and that he was actually quite gifted!
"What, you don't believe it?"

Yu Ding glanced at him, then suddenly had an idea. He beckoned Li Jing over and said, "I'll tell you a secret."

Li Jing was taken aback and leaned closer in surprise.

Yu Ding said softly, "To be honest, back then my talent... wasn't much better than yours!"

"Ah? How is that possible?"

Li Jing stared at Yu Ding's face in shock.

"How is it impossible? Back then, your teacher was no match for Yu Ding, just as you are no match for Yang Jian today."

Yu Ding said in a serious tone, "Do you still remember when I challenged you to a duel? Don't underestimate me, I basically never won at the beginning."

"Then...what happened next?"

Li Jing listened with longing and murmured to himself.

Yu Ding smiled slightly: "Later, I suffered many defeats and my Dao heart collapsed. I learned from my mistakes and worked hard without slacking off. I overcame my talent through hard work and finally became the person you see today. It was at this time that I realized a truth."

"What's the reasoning?" Li Jing asked hastily, his eyes flashing.

"The path to immortality is long and arduous. While innate talent and physical attributes are important, a talent as firm as a rock, undisturbed by external factors, and the perseverance to cultivate diligently day and night are even more precious."

Yu Ding looked at Li Jing with eager anticipation and said, "In you... I see a reflection of myself from back then."

Therefore, I believe that if you continue to follow my methods after you descend the mountain, diligently cultivating without laziness, you will definitely reach my level... and perhaps even surpass me one day.”

"Reach Master's...level, or even surpass Master?"

Li Jing murmured, his eyes gradually brightening: "Can...I really do it?"

"Absolutely, definitely, you can. I have full confidence in you because you have a clear and insightful mind."

Yu Ding said in a warm and earnest voice, "Besides, you are my only disciple, Master Taixu. What, don't you trust your master's judgment?"

"No, Master, I believe that I will not let you down."

Overjoyed, Li Jing wept, his eyes brimming with tears as he lay on Yu Ding's lap.

He never imagined that this all-powerful master would place such high hopes on him, a disciple with poor talent, in a way that surpassed even his own.

After being judged by Lingzhuzi and Yuding Zhenren to have extremely poor talent and aptitude, he was deeply discouraged and experienced the feeling of being recognized and surprised for the first time.

"Awooo..." Li Jing burst into tears, his voice rough and loud, which immediately drew the attention of the Golden Flame Demon Beast and the Fire Crow.

"Lord Chiyang, that kid got beaten to tears by his master." Fire Crow King gloated. "Focus on your work!" Chiyang punched him on the head in annoyance.

The Fire Crow King silently shed tears...

Yu Ding knew that Li Jing had too many things buried in his heart. After seeing him cry, he originally wanted to ignore him and let the boy have a good cry to vent his feelings.

Just listening to that rough crying...

Yu Ding frowned!
A black line appeared on Yu Ding's forehead!
Finally, he quickly placed his hand on Li Jing's back to comfort him, saying, "Alright, alright, you're a grown man, why are you acting like a child? Stop crying."

Li Jing looked up at his smiling master through teary eyes, and gradually calmed down, wiping away his tears with embarrassment.

"Come, before we part, I will give you this scroll of heavenly book."

Yu Ding took out a scroll of heavenly book, smiled, and handed it over, saying, "Consider this a parting gift!"

"This is..." Li Jing was both surprised and delighted, and held it in his hands to take a look.

"Hmm?" In the realm of mind, Bifang, who was lazily lying on the tree, also stirred and suddenly sat up.

At that moment, a hand covered the celestial book, blocking his view.

Li Jing looked up in confusion and saw Yu Ding smiling at his left arm, saying, "Wrap your left arm around it before you study."

Li Jing suddenly realized what was happening, quickly took out a strip of cloth, and was about to wrap it around his arm when he saw Yu Ding reach out and take the talisman, solemnly wrapping it around Li Jing's arm himself.

"Hmph, you old bastard, do you think I care to watch this?" Bi Fang lay down again angrily.

Once the talisman was wrapped around Li Jing's arm, it was equivalent to shutting down all his perception of the outside world.

Li Jing asked in surprise, "Master?"

Yu Ding said meaningfully, "If your neighbor inside your body doesn't listen to you, you can call him back!"

Li Jing's eyes lit up: "Disciple understands."

Yu Ding continued, "Jing'er, although you appear to be kind and gentle, you are actually quite thoughtful and insightful. In addition, you have many concerns, so you will most likely have to enter the imperial court."

But don't worry, I can see... you have a promising future in government. Before you leave, I'll give you a word of advice.

Li Jing hurriedly said earnestly, "Master, please speak..."

"The imperial court is like the martial arts world, not only about fighting and killing, but also about human relationships and social interactions."

Yu Ding suddenly stood up, smiled, and winked, saying, "Alright, if an old man talks too much nonsense... he'll be disliked by the young people."

Go forth, like a roc spreading its wings. Your teacher eagerly anticipates what your future will hold...

Yu Ding's expression became somewhat complicated when he spoke the last sentence.

"Master...take care!"

Li Jing knelt down with a sorrowful expression and kowtowed three times: "Your parents died early. Master, you are my father for life. I will never forget your kindness in passing on your teachings. If I ever achieve anything in the future... I will repay your kindness by repaying you with my own efforts."

"Heh, what's this talk of repaying? Just remember what you promised your master." Yu Ding waved his hand somewhat sadly.

Li Jing was probably the one he taught with the worst physical attributes... cough, with Jiang Ziya being the worst.

In short, he really put a lot of effort into Li Jing's growth. I just hope he won't become the same Li Jing who only cared about giving birth but not about teaching!
"The promise I made to my master..." Li Jing sighed softly, "I will remember it forever."

Yu Ding turned his back and waved his hand wistfully.

"Fire Crow Demon King, let's go!" Li Jing shouted softly.

Immediately, the Earth Repairer, the Fire Crow King, sighed, glanced at the Blazing Sun, and lamented, "My lord, I assure you, this parting... we don't know when we'll meet again..."

Chi Yang, his face dark, kicked him and said, "Get out of here!"

In the end, it was all in vain... The Fire Crow King, feeling wronged, transformed into its true form, flew over eagerly, carried Li Jing on its back, and soared into the sky.

Master, your disciple will never forget what I promised you...

As he watched the figure on the ground grow smaller and smaller, Li Jing's expression became serious and extremely focused.

But if one day the Heavenly Court bullies your disciples, then you can't blame your disciples, can you?
P.S.: Cough, I'm terrible at naming things, so I'd like to suggest a name for Li Jing's martial arts techniques.

Yes, something like Kaihuang opening the eight gates or Nangong stopping the eighteen stops!
(End of this chapter)