Inciting Awe

Le Baiyi unenthusiastically said, “Hmph, anyone can act decent and solemn! Even if he has a bit of status and background, but perhaps he’s just so-so in painting. As spirited and vigorous as a young man could be, he’s just intentional, wanting to show off by challenging a love rival in exchange for his love interest’s attention. Just wait when he loses, only then will he know that he’s just disgracing himself.”

“You’re really a pessimist, aren’t you?” Professor Hu chuckled.

Sneering, Le Baiyi said, “Why should I feel optimistic about him? What qualification does he have for me to feel optimistic about him? If he really can win against Zhu Xiang, I’ll agree to sell him my Wintertide Fluorite and Star Fragment Stone! No… I’ll give them to him for free!”

Professor Hu forced out a smile and said, “Old Le, you shouldn’t let yourself be affected by your emotions in taking a decision.”