Chapter 688 Disciple
"Disperse!"
Lin Tian spoke calmly, and in an instant, more than ten thousand birds broke free from their bonds, all flapping their wings and soaring into the sky.
"Don't leave, don't leave."
"Come back quickly."
…, ….
A group of people cried out in panic, having never witnessed such a stunning scene before. The birds flew away remorselessly, leaving them heartbroken, wanting to do everything in their power to retain the birds!
But the birds didn't heed their calls and flew off as if they were smoke.
"Alas…"
Signs of dismay emerged from the crowd. When they looked back at the stage, they discovered that both Lin Tian and Qin Chi had disappeared.
"Where is that person!"
"Qin Chi, Lin Zhixiang, where are they!"
…, ….
Everyone expressed amazement, searching everywhere for Lin Tian and Qin Chi, but they had long gone, beyond these people's reach.
"Such a pity!"
"In this lifetime, I'm afraid that was the only opportunity to hear such beautiful music."
"If I could listen to one more piece, even in death there would be no regrets."
…., ….
Lin Tian played two pieces on the zither, astounding everyone, especially with the second one: a divine tune, "Myriad Birds Toward the Phoenix," which created a scene depicting the Phoenix pattern with more than ten thousand birds, making it an unforgettable experience for all!
He was like the little bird in "Myriad Birds Toward the Phoenix," dazzling for a moment and then gone far away, becoming a legend, praised by future generations!
…, ….
Lin Tian, with a wife by his side, walked into the bamboo forest, breathing in the fresh air.
He was quite proud, having shown off a bit and stunned everyone. Playing such a divine melody, he attracted more than ten thousand little birds.
He was proud, he was proud!
But his wives, looking at him with eyes filled with admiration, still seemed a bit… off, giving him an odd feeling.
What did that feel like…!
It was like they were seeing a huge superstar, or as if they were observing a monster. In any case, such gazes were too peculiar, and Lin Tian couldn't bear it.
Trying to change the subject, he pointed and said, "Oh, look, wives, look, all this bamboo, so green and beautiful, quickly look, quickly look…!"
He tried very hard to divert their attention, but his wives kept their eyes firmly on him without blinking.
He then said, "Wow, the air here is so good, no smog at all, so fresh...!"
His wives remained the same, still looking at him as though he was a monster.
Alas!
He sighed and addressed them, "What are you doing, staring at me like that? It's making my hair stand on end."
Bu Mengting pointed a finger at Lin Tian, questioning, "Tell me, when did you learn to play the zither?"
He Qianqian also pointed a finger, demanding, "Tell me, when did you learn to perform magic? And where did you make that Ancient Zither disappear to? Do it again for me, another one."
He shrugged his shoulders, feeling helpless, thinking to himself: The Subduing Dragon Zither is in my eye; I'm afraid to bring it out lest I scare you.
As he was at a loss, wondering how to explain, suddenly, he felt a powerful aura.
"Someone's coming, be careful!"
He quickly pulled his wives behind him, protecting them.
He was cautious. The Subduing Dragon Zither and the Godslayer Sword were ready to be unleashed. The newcomer was very strong and not weaker than him, so he had to be careful.
His wives obediently and smartly hid behind Lin Tian, poking out their little heads, fixating on what lay ahead.
Up ahead, a shadowy figure slowly emerged. At first, it was very blurry, but soon, Lin Tian realized, this figure was very familiar.
Wasn't this Qin Chi?
Just now at the sports stadium, Lin Tian's piano performance had been stunning. Although it wasn't intentional, it still ended up being an embarrassment for Qin Chi. Could it be that Qin Chi had followed them to seek revenge?
Qin Chi's strength should not be underestimated, no weaker than Lin Tian. If a real fight broke out, it would surely be a blood battle.
Without saying a word, Qin Chi strode up to a point ten meters in front of Lin Tian and stopped, emotionlessly breaking the silence.
"Where did you learn that 'Ten Thousand Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix'? To my knowledge, there is no other zither music in the world that is as breathtaking," he inquired.
Uh!
That was a difficult question for Lin Tian to answer. The Subduing Dragon Zither contained records of three thousand minor tunes, some were lost ancient melodies, and others legendary divine tunes. Where exactly 'Ten Thousand Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix' came from, he truly didn't know.
Lin Tian lied, "This 'Ten Thousand Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix' is a secret passed down within my sect and cannot be disclosed. Please forgive me!"
Qin Chi continued to ask, "Then, who is your master? Can you tell me that?"
Lin Tian continued with his lie, "My master is a recluse who does not wish to be disturbed. My apologies."
"Hmm!"
Qin Chi nodded; inadvertently, the image of Lin Tian in his mind became even more enigmatic.
Some reclusive experts hidden from the world did not wish to reveal their true names in public. Reflecting again on Lin Tian's 'Ten Thousand Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix', it instantly made Qin Chi believe.
He accepted Lin Tian's words, saying, "I have spent my life with the zither as my companion, devoted with love only for the zither. You are the first person I have seen who can conquer me with music; I admire you. Therefore, I hope…"
He stopped mid-sentence.
"Hope, you hope what…?"
Lin Tian was anxious as he listened. Who could bear to be left hanging mid-conversation?
The next moment, something astonishing happened.
With a "thump," Qin Chi actually kneeled on the ground.
"I hope you will take me as your disciple. I will work as hard as an ox or horse, climb mountains of swords, and descend into seas of flames for you," he said.
Bang!
Bang!
Bang!
After speaking, Qin Chi kowtowed three times forcefully on the ground, his sincerity evident as his forehead even started to bleed.
Emma!
What was this situation?
Seeing this, everyone was stunned!
It was a major plot twist and had happened too quickly.
Lin Tian had assumed that Qin Chi had come because he had destroyed the Ancient Zither which Qin Chi treasured as his life.
He was prepared for a blood battle.
Who would have thought that Qin Chi wasn't here for revenge, but to ask to be his disciple?
To be a master!
Well, that!
Lin Tian had no such intention at the moment. If he were a bit stronger and older, perhaps it would be possible to take a disciple.
But for now, he had no such plans, and judging by Qin Chi's appearance, he must be in his thirties or even older.
Lin Tian did not have the odd preference of taking someone older than him as a disciple.
Being a disciple was out of the question, but considering Qin Chi's lifelong devotion to the zither, treasuring it as his life, if Lin Tian taught him a few zither pieces, wouldn't he be overjoyed to serve him?
Qin Chi's strength was formidable. Lin Tian coveted Qin Chi's strength. To be a disciple was out of the question, but having him as a junior brother would be quite good!