Of course, whether or not there would be any disciples willing to train with Zhang Lie wasn't something that she, Zhang Hong, had to concern herself with. After the customary farewell, Zhang Hong left with her briefcase.

Zhang Lie, who had worked hard the entire day, slumped into bed and immediately fell asleep.

The next morning, just as the first rays of dawn shone through the window, as Zhang Lie lay drooling in bed, dreaming sweet dreams, the doorbell rang.

"Master, Master, you have a guest!" The robotic housekeeper slid toward Zhang Lie's bed and began trying to wake him up.

Zhang Lie groaned. "Who is it? Who's here so early in the day? Go open...