Within the expansive grounds of the True Martial Gate at Nine Lunar Cycles City's School of Arcane Arts, Lin Xiao found himself surrounded by peers from other years, their gazes heavy with challenge and confrontation.
"Hey, you there," one of the students called out, a smirk playing on his lips. "A fresh recruit, aren't you?"
Lin Xiao, maintaining his composure, regarded them calmly. He was aware of the undercurrent of scrutiny from these older students.
"Yes, I'm new," Lin Xiao responded evenly, his voice betraying no hint of unease.
The older students exchanged glances, their expressions condescending.
"A new recruit with the airs of confidence, huh?" another student chimed in, the tone mocking. "Don't you know the rules here?"
Lin Xiao remained composed, his stance unwavering. He knew well enough that this encounter might not end without a challenge.
"I'm here to learn," Lin Xiao replied, his voice firm. "And I'm willing to follow the rules."
Laughter erupted among the older students, their mocking tones echoing through the courtyard.
"Learning, huh?" one of them sneered. "Let's see how you fare against us."
The tension crackled in the air as they circled Lin Xiao, their intent clear—to challenge the newcomer and test his mettle.
Lin Xiao, sensing the confrontation imminent, steadied himself. As one of the older students lunged forward with a taunting strike, Lin Xiao's reflexes surged into action. With practiced precision, he maneuvered, seizing the assailant's momentum, and swiftly restrained him.
The courtyard fell silent as Lin Xiao pinned down his aggressor with ease, demonstrating a mastery that belied his newcomer status.
The older students, taken aback by Lin Xiao's swift reaction, exchanged uncertain glances, the challenge abruptly halted.
"Newcomer or not, I've come here to learn," Lin Xiao declared, releasing his hold. "I respect the sanctity of our pursuit, and I'm ready to grow."
The older students, their arrogance slightly diminished, grudgingly acknowledged Lin Xiao's resolve. With a reluctant nod, they dispersed, leaving Lin Xiao to continue his journey through the corridors of magical mastery.
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