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n“Number one…” She murmured while looking at him.

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n“What about Orchid Sage?” She then asked.

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n“Way better.” Li Qiye chuckled.

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n“You’re definitely better at boasting.” Jinning glared at him.

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nShe didn’t actually expect him to reply earlier, hoping that it would shut him up or that he would admit his inferiority.

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nWho was Orchid Sage? An invincible progenitor on the same level as Luminous Master. All other scholars paled in comparison.

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nThus, Li Qiye’s confident answer astounded her. Even the biggest braggart had his limits because overdoing it wouldn’t successfully convince anyone.

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nAlas, this guy made it sound as if Orchid Sage was just another random scholar.

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nShe became frightened by his ridiculous audacity, not knowing whether he was telling the truth or not.

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n“Pa!” He interrupted her glare by gently flicking the tip of her nose.

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n“What are you doing?!” She instantly moved back and put on an offensive stance, looking quite mighty.

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n“Has anyone told you that your eyes are very pretty? Spirited and bright.”

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nShe became stunned again and didn’t know what was wrong with Li Qiye. Has he always been like this or did something go wrong in his brain just now?

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nThey’re strangers yet he touched her nose as if they were very familiar.

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n“You must be ill right now.” She became annoyed because he just took advantage of her and still acted nonchalant.

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n“You have a cure?” He said.

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nShe glared at him and instinctively grabbed her sword, wanting to teach him a lesson. Unfortunately, she was under orders and didn’t have time.

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nHe chose to ignore her exasperation.

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nShe took a deep breath to calm down and aggressively said: “Do you know who Orchid Sage is? He’s a progenitor…”

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n“I know.” Li Qiye said: “Just a progenitor, no need to tell me twice. Plus, we’re not talking about fighting here. In terms of literature, I’m numerous times better. If he’s a scholar sage, then I’m a scholar immortal.”

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nHer jaw nearly dropped to the ground. This was her first time seeing someone so insanely full of himself.

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n“I can’t see it given your appearance.” She eventually said with no intention of mocking him. It was simply the truth.

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nHe looked too ordinary yet his words could scare people to death. He spoke as if he was the definite number one in all aspects.

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n“Can’t judge a book by its cover - this phrase is perfect to describe me.” Li Qiye chuckled.

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n“You have a problem.” She thought that he was asking for it by putting on this arrogant act.

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n“So many fools in this world. I’m telling the truth but they all think I’m bragging. Oh well, there’s nothing I can do about it.” He shook his head in response.

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nBlack lines started to form on her forehead. Her above-average patience started running thin as she felt the urge to give him a good beating.

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nHis eyes, in particular, were infuriating. They seemed to be pitying her “lack of knowledge.”

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n“You’re talking about me?” She gritted her teeth and clenched her fists.

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n“Take a deep breath and calm down, you can’t accomplish anything big if such a little thing can trigger you. How are you going to be a general? More like a foot soldier for the rest of your life.” He leisurely said.

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nHis pompous face became a frustrating sight to behold but he was right. He didn’t do anything to warrant a beating yet. If such a matter were to spread, it would be terrible for both her reputation and the legion’s.

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nShe had no choice but to loosen her fists and take a deep breath.

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n“In spite of your flaws, I wouldn’t mind marrying someone like you.” Li Qiye added.

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n“Why?” She immediately asked but regretted it right away. Ivory wouldn’t come out of a dog’s mouth.

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n“People from ancient times teach that a scholar can’t reason before a soldier but I’m the number one scholar, my literary skill is enough to deal with any uncouth and violent girl. That’s why I’m wondering if I should marry a soldier like you or not.” He stroked his chin, seemingly contemplating while looking at her.

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nShe nearly vomited blood after hearing this and entered a crazed state. He was making fun of her for being violent and crude.

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nShe still had confidence in her looks despite not being a supreme beauty, definitely not a “brute” in the army or a violent shrew found in the markets.

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n“Say it again.” Her fists were tightly clenched.

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n“Forget it, no one in this world is worthy of someone as talented as me. I guess I won’t be marrying then.” Li Qiye waved his hand right before her explosion.

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nHis sudden change of mind left her in a bind again. She wanted nothing more than to kick him down and stomp him several times.

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n“What’s your name?” She aggressively asked.

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n“Li Qiye.” He answered with a wide smile. Though his appearance was mediocre at best, his teeth were perfectly straight and white.

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n“Don’t fall in love with me, I’m just a legend.” Li Qiye said: “Trust me, hang around with me and you can’t help falling in love with me while not caring about anything else.”

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nShe was about to go crazy. He might be the most shameless egomaniac she has ever seen.

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n“Scram!” She eventually erupted, unable to hold back. Being around her more would end with her beating him up.

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n“I go your way and I go mine, there is plenty of room for both of us on the path towards the grand dao. Don’t tell me to scram.” Li Qiye shrugged.

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n“Fine!” She trembled with rage before driving her chariot to get away from this man if he didn’t want to leave.

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n“Hey, why are you leaving so fast? Don’t you want to interrogate me some more? Maybe I’m up to no good?” Li Qiye shouted in the back.

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n“Shut up!” She didn’t turn back and kept on moving. At this moment, she believed that he was just a crazy egomaniac, not a villain or anything.

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nThat’s why there was no point in infuriating herself any further by lingering around.

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n“What a shame, I really thought about marrying you earlier, you are giving up the chance to become a queen respected by all with a throne above the firmaments.” His voice sounded in her ears.

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nShe nearly fell from her chariot after hearing the last line.

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