The Interstellar Queen of Scavengers

Chapter 1504: Chapter 1504: No Choice but to Bluff

Cheng Yu wasn’t exactly a mind reader, so he couldn’t grasp the hidden meanings in Ji You’s words. As a result, he naively thought that the Green Glaze Master wasn’t short on money at all, and the reason she shared her array diagram with everyone was merely to find students.

People with low spiritual power couldn’t even clearly see the array diagram, as it would already overwhelm their spiritual power. Hence, those common folks outside the shop who thought they had gotten something valuable would faint the moment they opened the array diagram.

Those with slightly stronger spiritual power might hold on a bit longer, but it would be just a matter of a second or half a second.

Only those with very strong spiritual power and a high spiritual silk cleaning rate could endure for a longer time, thus they have the talent for soul device creation.

...

This array diagram is useless to ordinary people. Cheng Yu logically assumed that the Green Glaze Master was attempting to select suitable students for her through a process of elimination.

Yeah.

It must be like this.

However, since the Green Glaze Master didn’t admit it verbally, Cheng Yu certainly wouldn’t continue this topic. He looked at the Master hidden in the shadows and asked, ”Master, things outside are quite chaotic; is it really okay not to intervene?”

Ji You, upon hearing this, replied calmly, ”No need.”

Cheng Yu felt quite indignant for the Green Glaze Master and said angrily, ”Those people outside are going too far. They have no idea what opportunity they’ve received, and yet they slander you, Master... I know you don’t care about these things, but I do! I don’t want to see your reputation damaged.”

Listening to Cheng Yu’s genuine concern, Ji You’s stoic face momentarily froze. If Teacher Cheng Yu knew her true identity...

A shiver ran down her spine.

Ji You continued to speak with her voice remaining calm and composed, ”Reputation? I’m just an ordinary person among the masses. What reputation do I have? There’s no need to fret over it. As for the people outside, let them come if they are compatible; if not, let them leave. We need not pay attention.”

Cheng Yu listened and grew even more respectful of the Master’s breadth of mind, feeling entirely convinced: ”Master, you’re right, it’s my narrow-mindedness.”

Indeed.

Let them come if they align, and let them go if they don’t.

Those gathered to protest were just a rabble; they would come if there was benefit and leave if there wasn’t. They don’t care about the Green Glaze Master’s reputation. So why care about their opinions?

Conversely, if someone believed in the Green Glaze Master’s character, had any understanding of soul device manufacturing, or for any other reason, they wouldn’t gather to do such ridiculous things.

Moreover, Cheng Yu suspected that someone must be scheming behind this chaos, or perhaps some factions joined forces...

The crowd outside shouting might just be misled.

But!

Whether they voluntarily stood out to protest the Green Glaze Master, were incited by malevolent forces, or acted foolishly due to ignorance...

These people weren’t part of the Green Glaze Master’s clientele nor the students she sought. The Green Glaze Master certainly didn’t need to be concerned about them.

The Green Glaze Master truly understands human nature, embodying the essence of meeting when fitting and parting when not.

...

Cheng Yu gazed at the Green Glaze Master, resolving to follow in her footsteps and work even harder on his studies and advancing his own thinking.

Ji You looked at Teacher Cheng Yu, who seemed deep in thought, followed by sudden enlightenment, then complete understanding, looking quite content, and was a bit bewildered?

What?

What’s up?

She really hadn’t said much, not even a superfluous word—just a few: don’t mind them.

Could it be that Teacher Cheng Yu somehow gleaned other meanings?

Ji You was a little confused. Then, she put on a stern face, speaking coolly, ”Have you seen it?”

Cheng Yu didn’t respond immediately: ”Huh?”

The next second, Cheng Yu hurriedly said, ”Master, I’ve seen it already. How could I not have seen what you’ve crafted? That’s not possible; I’ve already purchased it 100 times! If an individual could buy it more than 100 times, I would definitely find a way to monopolize your array diagram, Master. And I swear I will seriously and diligently learn from it. I absolutely won’t slack off.”

Ji You: ”...”

Chatterbox.

Ji You ignored that lengthy speech and asked, ”How long did you pass out?”

Cheng Yu wanted to continue expressing his support for the Green Glaze Master, but unexpectedly, the Master shifted the topic and posed such an awkward question.

”Cough cough...” Cheng Yu suddenly choked, then coughed quickly, stammering, ”I... I’ve held on quite long.”

Ji You frowned, ”How many seconds?”

Cheng Yu loudly replied, ”1.5 seconds.”

Ji You: ”...”

The atmosphere suddenly froze for a moment.

Cheng Yu raised his hand, scratched his head, then loudly continued, ”Reporting to the Master, the first time I held for 1.5 seconds, and the second time for 2 seconds. Now, I’m aiming for 3 seconds! Master, rest assured, I will certainly strive hard...” to work!

Ji You’s heart stirred, ”What did you say? You’ve already used it twice?” In such a short time, Teacher Cheng Yu had already fainted twice and regained consciousness, staying for even longer. What does this imply? It implies that Teacher Cheng Yu has quite strong spiritual power.

Detecting a hint of surprise in the Green Glaze Master’s voice, Sheng You immediately felt very proud and delighted, patting his chest, and loudly declaring, ”Yes, Master, I have already used it twice and plan to use it a third time after finishing work today.”

Ji You: ”...”

Ji You’s mouth twitched slightly.

People are truly not to be judged by their appearance. Could Teacher Cheng Yu actually possess the talent for making soul devices?

The array diagram Ji You painstakingly illustrated was the simplest extracted from an iron plate and was perfectly replicated by her. At first, when she saw the array diagram, it seemed... she actually didn’t last even 1 second, right? Yet, Teacher Cheng Yu lasted longer than her?!!!

Unconvinced!

Ji You truly felt unconvinced.

Then, overcome with envy and resentment, Ji You’s voice turned even colder: ”Not bad, keep up the good work.”

Cheng Yu was so happy he almost jumped up!

The Green Glaze Master praised him, which meant he truly had a chance of becoming her student?

As Cheng Yu imagined that scenario, he almost fainted from joy.

Then.

Cheng Yu spoke blissfully, strongly assuring, ”Master, rest assured, I will work hard on my studies and never disappoint your earnest guidance.”

Ji You: ”...”

Wait!

What did you say?

I’m not planning to guide you! Don’t over-interpret! Do you realize your statement is quite alarming? How can I dare attend your class in the future?

Teacher Cheng Yu’s single remark almost made Ji You shiver with fright and nearly let the cat out of the bag.