The next morning, Jin made an announcement that sent ripples through the sect.
"Effective immediately, all disciples will undergo a trial period of 'practical training methodology.' Guards with field experience will assist in training sessions to provide real-world perspectives."
Elder Cho looked like he'd swallowed a lemon. "Young Master, this is highly irregular. Guards are not qualified instructors..."
"Which is precisely why their input is valuable," Jin interrupted smoothly. "Instructors teach theory. Guards teach survival. Our disciples need both."
Master Hwan Dojin stroked his beard thoughtfully. "An interesting proposal. And which guards did you have in mind?"
"I'll start with Guard Raon," Jin said. "He has... demonstrated potential."
**He's not even being subtle anymore.**
Raon, standing in the back with the other guards, wanted to disappear into the ground.
The whispers started immediately.
"The guard who sparred evenly with the Young Master?"
"I heard he corrected an elder's technique once."
"Is he really qualified?"
**Welcome to fame, protagonist. Population: you.**
"I hate everything about this," Raon muttered.