The Limits of My Guidance

Master Li's lips trembled, rendering him speechless with anger.

The young disciples once again bowed to Nanli, pleading, "Please, Lady Chu, accept us. Otherwise, we shall remain kneeling forever!"

A twitch formed at the corner of Nanli's mouth.

Was this a case of forced buying and selling?

"I have no desire to take you in," she firmly refused.

One of the young disciples gazed at her earnestly. "Lady Chu, your mastery of the Dao is awe-inspiring. We greatly admire you and promise to learn diligently. Moreover, our aptitude is not lacking. In the future, we will follow only your teachings."

"Aptitude is secondary. What matters most…" Nanli paused, scanning their faces, "is that I do not accept those older than me."

Silence fell upon the courtyard.