Invasion Myth: Starting with the Schoolteacher

Chapter 93 If You Were the Dean

Day two.

Xu Xuan arrived at the classroom early to wait.

I paid special attention when I saw Ji Rui come in; hmm, he came in with his left foot.

There was no deliberate attempt to make things difficult; they simply pulled him out to face off against the three heroes, ostensibly to check his learning progress since enrolling.

A moment later, Ji sat down, her face pale.

While outwardly offering reassurance, Zao was secretly pleased. This bastard always uses the strategy of "Tian Ji's horse racing" (a Chinese idiom referring to a strategy of using the underdog to outmaneuver others), and this time he was the inferior horse again.

"It seems that Ji's knowledge has improved a lot, which is excellent."

"Notify the academy to make arrangements; the mountain gate will be opened in seven days."

"Students can go down the mountain to participate in the literary gathering on their own."

Everyone was overjoyed to hear that they could attend the literary gathering, as they had long wanted to make a name for themselves in the competition.

Ji Rui, who had been pale, came back to life and shouted that this time it was time for the Three Wonders of Chongqi to become famous throughout the world.

Xu Xuan, why don't you two go to West Lake to swear brotherhood?

Out of a sense of duty as an instructor, I still said a couple of modest and reassuring words.

Those who achieve great things in ancient times not only possessed extraordinary talent, but also unwavering perseverance.

"The Jiangnan Literary Gathering is a very good opportunity, but not the only one."

He just said a few words and that was it.

There isn't a single stupid student here; it's just that at this age, who doesn't want to be the best? Youth is the age to be ambitious.

As for security, there's even less to worry about; most scions of prominent families have plenty of bodyguards.

The poor scholar and the commoner went down the mountain together so they could look after each other.

He also specifically instructed Ji to take care of the child, a role similar to that of a group leader.

For someone as wealthy as him, arranging these things would be a simple matter, and it would also be a good opportunity to make friends with classmates.

Of course, I still want to remind everyone not to take all twenty people to the pleasure boat, and the eagle ride can't start.

Suddenly, Ji Rui gripped Xu's hand tightly, tears welling up in his eyes.

"Good brother, I knew it. I knew it."

Well, he had never accomplished anything significant in his life. From his father to the shopkeeper of the house, and then to everyone else at the academy, they all thought this young master was unreliable.

Only Brother Hanwen is different.

They actually trust me so much.

"They...they all say you're narrow-minded, but I know you're not like that."

"Having those people with the surname Qian spar with me today was actually a test of my abilities, wasn't it!"

Don't worry, I'm here.

Upon hearing this, Zao, who was not far away, broke out in a cold sweat. What did they mean by saying that Instructor Xu was narrow-minded? Who were they?

He grabbed Ning Caichen, who was still waiting for Ji Rui, and left; this place was not a good place to stay.

Xu Xuan was surprised that Ji, this rich second-generation, was quite eager to prove himself, which might not be a good thing for Ji's father.

Of course, as a teacher, I should encourage this quality in the other person.

“I know your quality, so I’m entrusting them to you.”

night.

Xu Xuan was somewhat surprised to see Xiao Qing descend from the sky.

Didn't your sister throw someone into the lake to refine a demon core? How did she escape from prison so quickly?

Unexpectedly, the little monster's first words almost caused someone's brain to burn out.

"You heartless and treacherous Xu Hanwen!"

My brain paused for a few seconds, then my soul began to work frantically.

He couldn't understand what inappropriate feelings could exist between himself and the Green Snake, then he realized something and sighed.

"Xiaoqing, explain what 'unfaithful and fickle' means."

Sure enough, it's another term randomly picked from the outside world; using it right off the bat is incredibly audacious.

What I meant was that there was something fun that happened but I didn't invite her.
Do you know that if you were to scold me in front of your sister, I could be turned into dust by the Heavenly Divine Power?

Sometimes, the harm caused by a semi-literate person who has just learned to read is ten or a hundred times greater than that caused by someone who is illiterate. What a tragedy!

"So it was Miss Bai who sent you to help, right?"

Xiaoqing nodded, quite obediently.

It would be better if I couldn't speak.

"You haven't finished absorbing the demon core yet. Coming out now will only delay your cultivation. You should go back."

"No need, I've already finished it all, I can absorb it slowly."

According to the description, Lady White Snake used her great magical power to crush the two demon cores, refining away their beastly nature and retaining only their cultivation, which she then injected entirely into Xiaoqing's body. Xiaoqing absorbed it slowly, like eating, naturally improving her cultivation.

Xu Xuan felt a sharp pain in his chest.

No, it's not you. You already have divine weapons and have increased your cultivation level, your version is way ahead of mine.

Turning to look towards the back mountain, the difference was too obvious, senior brother.

Ruoxu seemed to notice the gaze, turned around and continued meditating, looking serene and carefree.

Forget about divine weapons and inner elixirs; Buddhism teaches sudden enlightenment. If all else fails, go become a demon.

As long as he can return, his cultivation will naturally advance by leaps and bounds.

How can a mere demon race compare to us?

Someone in the Third Affiliated Hospital accepted this enviable fact.

"By the way, what did your sister say about me after she went back?"

"It seems like you don't really like me."

How could such a pretty girl speak so falsely?

Is this possible? Impossible!

You didn't see how gentle her smile was when she looked at me that day.

We even went around West Lake together and visited Leifeng Pagoda.

It is only because I have a firm Buddhist heart and a will as strong as steel that I have not long since fallen into the throes of love.

"Seriously, now whenever I mention you, she frowns and her tone becomes strange."

It's alright, it's alright, Xiaoqing doesn't understand these things.

Quickly change the subject.

"Ahem, since you have the time, then help me find out where Zhu Erdan's wife is."

Xu Xuan found it strange that he couldn't find any information about this woman through Zhao Hu.

There were clearly traces of life there before, but one day they suddenly disappeared.

Ordinary people might not be able to find them, so they can only rely on little monsters.

"No problem, leave it to me."

Xiaoqing happily accepted the task; she enjoyed playing with Xu Xuan because one interesting thing after another happened.

Xu Xuan also liked to take Xiao Qing with him, because apart from her lack of language skills, this silly child was really reliable and would do whatever he asked.

Time continued to pass, and seven days flew by.

The moment the mountain gate opened, all the students put on their best clothes and rode in carriages to West Lake.

Ji arrived with a fleet of luxury cars and set off with his friends in high spirits.

Xu Xuan did not go down immediately. He continued to study the second volume of the Ksitigarbha Ten Wheels Sutra in the courtyard, and occasionally went to the library to look up some information.

Three days later at the mountain gate.

Professor Gu, Professor Taishi, and Instructor Xu officially set off.

When the academician's wife saw him off, she instructed Xu Xuan to take good care of Professor Taishi and to act swiftly if anyone offended him.

I'm taking that seriously.

Instructor Xu jumped onto the carriage with the large sword.

The car was relatively quiet on the road, even Professor Gu, who had a somewhat childlike personality, was quiet, it seemed he was also afraid.

"Instructor Xu, what are your thoughts on Chongqi?"

An aged voice rang out, slow but powerful.

The young man was a little uncomfortable; was this big shot talking to me?

"The academy is very good."

Professor Taishi nodded slowly, seemingly puzzled as to why he was nodding at such a pointless statement.

The three people in the car remained silent after that, so bored that Xu Xuan wanted to jump out.

It was clear that Professor Gu on the other side shared the same thought.

"Would the academy be better if you became the dean?"

Upon hearing this, the two bored people perked up simultaneously.

No, boss.

How was I, a teacher who had only been officially hired for six months, supposed to respond to that?

Professor Gu was dumbfounded. What on earth was this old man talking about?
Could there be some secret I don't know about?

The atmosphere inside the car became even stranger.

　I'm too tired, so I'll write less today. I'll continue tomorrow!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)