Mercy ignored her and continued eating, while Nola eagerly served her a bowl of sweet white fungus soup. "Teacher, have some more."
"Thank you," Mercy replied with a sweet smile.
Zara, knowing she'd have to call out again after the meal, decided to just go for it. She shouted loudly, "Grandmaster!"
"Yes, dear disciple, no need to shout. My ears work just fine. Go on, eat your meal. You don't need to serve me here," came the reply, implying Zara was in the way.
Feeling annoyed, Zara returned to her seat, watching Nola and Mercy chat warmly. Her teacher, usually so aloof, would leave right after class without any small talk. Yet here she was, being so nice to Mercy!
Zara's eyes burned with jealousy.
The Rivers family wanted to ask Mercy what was going on, but she left with Nola right a
