Twenty Four Lotus Sect (1)

"If you make yourself seem vulnerable, your enemies will lower their guards. They laugh at your pitiful and cowardly gesture and won't see you as a threat."

Later on that day, Mao Nianzu hid himself within the crowd and watched the calligraphy contest with ease. His handsome visage was bothersome, but thanks to a bit of adjustment he made by being expressive, talkative like a country bumpkin, and a quick cloth replacement, he managed to prevent getting caught.

His calculation was proven to be true. He dared to boast, not only because he was genuinely competent but also because there was a possibility of them not pursuing him: the presence of the zither venerable's disciple.

"It was a pity that I can't devour some good seeds. At least I have one sect that's about to be destroyed," said Mao Nianzu.