"Only me?" Gale complained. "Linlin, have a big part in it too."
"Okay, both Master and disciple pair, get ready. You're under my radar from now on."
"This isn't fair," Xiaolin complained.
"You should have thought about that before scaring me like this." Wang Li pinched Linlin's cheek. "Just wait, you two."
"But it was all Master's idea," Xiaolin pouted.
"Don't worry, disciple," Gale eased her, "With the two of us together, she doesn't stand a chance."
"We'll see about that," the innkeeper said with a snort. "Anyway, tell me everything about what happened in the mayor's office. After you gave me such a panic, I can't calm down without knowing everything's alright."
"Well, this may sound a bit insane," Gale said with hesitation, "but most of what I said to scare you is almost correct."
Wang Li shot him a glare.
"Of course, the duel will take place in one year's time," Gale said, "and I'll have all the time to prepare Linlin."
