Upon hearing this, Ma Shengxu reproached immediately:
"Why didn't you mention this earlier...."
Wang Ba was somewhat embarrassed: "It's a trifling matter, I didn't want to bother Martial Uncle with it."
"Nonsense, your companion is loyal and righteous, being able to stand by your side like this, she must be a trustworthy person... I was actually considering taking her as a disciple."
Ma Shengxu's words took Wang Ba by surprise.
"Take her as a disciple?"
Wang Ba was somewhat incredulous.
"What? Can't bear to let your companion follow me and toil in the fields?"
Ma Shengxu jested.
"No, no, no, how would your disciple dare have such thoughts, it's really... it's a wish come true!"
Wang Ba was overjoyed, even happier than when he himself had become an apprentice. He looked around, suddenly realized something, and hurriedly said:
"Martial Uncles, please rest inside the peak."
Ma Shengxu waved his hand, saying sincerely:
