She turned to Hong Changqing and said, “Master, I believe Mr. Wade is about my age. We young people shouldn’t be so traditional…” In response, Hong Changqing, a bit apprehensively, replied, “


    Maxton! You must not disrespect the Master!”


    Maxton, feeling a bit irritated, retorted, “Master, what you choose to call someone is your choice, and it goes both ways.”


    Hong Changqing couldn’t help but scold, “Maxton! Don’t be disrespectful!”


    At that moment, Charlie chuckled and interjected, “Master Hong, I believe Miss Maxton is correct. This is merely a lighthearted matter; why insist on pressuring her?”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    With a sneer, Hong Changqing quickly agreed, “Master Wade, you are right. Let’s just call it as it is.”


    Maxton, observing her master’s continued humility, felt both surprised and somewhat discontented. In her eyes, her Master had always embodied a strong sense of integrity, and as the head of Taizhen Dao, he should maintain a certain presence. It was normal for him to appear somewhat aloof and dignified in front of outsiders.


    In her memory, her Master had always carried himself like a worldly expert, but now, she couldn’t understand why he was so deferential to a young man in Aurous Hill.<fn7944> ??? ????? ???????s ??? ?????s??? ?? f?ndnovel</fn7944>


    Having admired Taizhen Dao since she was about seven or eight years old, Maxton held a deep affection for it. Witnessing her Master’s humility before Charlie, she felt that the esteemed image of Taizhen Dao was being diminished, which troubled her even more.


    With a hint of displeasure, she said, “Master, you summoned me here. Can we discuss what’s important now?” Hong Changqing smiled and replied,


    “Of course.”


    Turning to Maxton with a serious expression, he continued, “Maxton, I won’t mislead you any longer. There is a significant matter that my teacher wants to discuss with you. I have decided to pass on the position of head of Taizhen Dao to you. From this moment on, you will lead Taizhen Dao, and I hope you can guide it toward even greater achievements!”


    Maxton gasped in shock, “What?! Master, are you truly going to pass the position to me now?!”


    “Yes!” Hong Changqing affirmed. “The reason I called you here is to transfer the headship to you in the presence of Master Wade!”


    “But why?” Maxton questioned, puzzled. “Traditionally, you would pass the position to me at least ten yearster. Plus, I’m still learning and wouldn’t be able tomand respect if I took over now! Master, please reconsider!” Hong Changqing waved his hand dismissively,


    “What you mentioned about tradition is merely coincidental. There are no strict rules regarding the age at which a head must step down or the age a sessor must be to take over. I believe you are already ready for this responsibility.”


    Maxton pressed further, “Master, why the rush to pass on the position? What are your intentions for your disciples once you hand over the leadership? Are you nning to retreat into seclusion?”


    Hong Changqing shook his head and replied, “I n to take on the role of a teacher and settle down in Aurous Hill from now on.”


    “Settle in Aurous Hill?!” Maxton eximed, taken aback. “Why would you want to do that? Don’t you usually oversee matters rted to Taizhen Dao?”


    Hong Changqing nodded earnestly, “Once I pass the leadership to you, I will cease to involve myself in any matters concerning Taizhen Dao. With you at the helm, I have no worries.”


    Maxton pursed her lips, gazed intently at Hong Changqing, and asked, “Master, I need to understand your reasons for choosing to settle in Aurous Hill. If you can’t provide me with a satisfactory exnation, then I must decline the position of head!”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>