Chapter 54: Worthy of Disposal
Chapter 54: Worthy of Disposal
Upon hearing the question, Li Chang Kong's face contorted into a peculiar expression, and he said, "I couldn't help but ask him a question. Why do you want to monopolize the Su family's assets?"
"What did he say?"
"He retorted, asking me, 'Back then, you knocked on widows' doors and dug up graves of families with no descendants. Haven't you earned quite a lot from taking bribes from students over the years?'" Li Chang Kong's expression was peculiar.
The three of them simultaneously: "..."
The old master had never done such things! However, Bing Shang Xue, Duan Zhongliu, and Bao Fei Yu instantly understood Fang Che's intention.
"This is interesting."
Bao Fei Yu stroked his chin, and Bing Shang Xue's eyes were also filled with contemplation.
"What do you think we should do, Old Master?" Bing Shang Xue asked.
Li Chang Kong hesitated for a moment, then stood up and began pacing back and forth. In a soft voice, he said, "Currently, we, as guardians, still hold the advantage on the surface. However, in terms of actual high-level strength, we are no longer superior to the Only Me Religion."
As these words were spoken, everyone's faces darkened, but they couldn't refute it.
"Xue's loss to Duan Xiyang in a single move has had a tremendous impact on the mindset of martial artists across the continent."
"Out of all the students we've taught, how many can we say are guaranteed to reach the Armament Masters' Ranking if they don't meet an untimely end?"
Li Chang Kong let out a bitter laugh and asked, "Are there any?"
None.
The three of them lowered their heads and sighed.
"Mo Gan Yun has the potential to reach the Cloud Battlefield Armament Ranking, but he's on par with the most talented students we've taught. However, Fang Che is steadily on track to reach the top, and with effort, he might even compete for the first place.
Li Chang Kong took a deep breath and said, "So, do you understand now?"
"We do."
The three of them nodded in unison.
Their movements were slow, but their eyes gradually grew determined.
"We are just instructors."
Li Chang Kong said, "Not mentors."
The words were cryptic, but the three of them understood the old master's intention.
Equal treatment for all!
With the tone set, this matter became easier to handle.
"Whether it's to be remembered for a hundred generations or to leave a stench for ten thousand years, should we deliberately cause the demise of such a talented seedling in our hands?"
Li Chang Kong took a deep breath and said, "Even if he's a disciple of the evil path, do you think we four can't teach him well? In five years, we couldn't turn around a student's nature? If he's not a disciple of evil, we can add a pillar to the continent. If he is, then in the worst-case scenario, I believe we can make him walk the line between good and evil!"
Li Chang Kong continued, "The debt of gratitude to our mentor is deep. We forge a bond of friendship. If in the future... if in the future, he truly is a disciple of the evil path, then... I believe it's worth awakening a shred of his conscience with our blood. Even if it's just a sliver."
"In that case, I think it's enough."
"Then let's do it!"
...
Fang Che, of course, was unaware of the instructors' thoughts. He was busy extorting Mo Gan Yun.
"Are you going to treat me to lunch?" Fang Che asked.
"Yeah, no problem... Wait, why... Why do I have to treat you to lunch all of a sudden?" Mo Gan Yun was surprised.
"Because of me, you got a single room to yourself, a big room all to yourself. Shouldn't you treat me to lunch?" Fang Che asked.
"That does make sense."
Mo Gan Yun rubbed his head, feeling that something wasn't quite right, but he still agreed.
In the Martial Academy, two students shared a room.
Fang Che and Mo Gan Yun were among the most outstanding newcomers, so they were naturally assigned the best, largest, and most convenient room.
Now that Fang Che was staying outside, it was only reasonable for Mo Gan Yun to enjoy the room by himself.
"Then that's settled."
Fang Che smiled to himself.
Yeah, this Mo Gan Yun, his character, is adorable. He didn't disappoint my expectations; he's indeed a... simple-minded fellow.
The instructors were busy formulating teaching plans.
With a hundred students, they had to carefully screen and create teaching plans for several levels, tailoring them to each student's abilities and learning styles.
They couldn't afford to take a one-size-fits-all approach.
This was a tedious task, and usually, the instructors were the busiest during the first few days after the new students' enrollment.
These few days were also the most comfortable time for the newcomers.
Because no one was supervising them.
This process typically took three days.
The students of the White Cloud Martial Academy referred to this period as 'the final moments of relaxation and joy in life!'
Yeah, the last moments of carefree revelry before entering hell.
Once classes began, they would face a year of high-pressure learning, and after that, they would have to rely solely on themselves, facing various pressures akin to a mountain.
So, 'the final moments of relaxation and joy in life!' made perfect sense.
As the newcomers enjoyed this moment, the seniors were undergoing torment.
The assessment!
Principal Gao Qingyu's methods were relentless. The Fourth-Year Senior Assessment! Starting from the first day of the newcomers' enrollment, anyone who hadn't made progress would lose two points, and those whose cultivation and ranking had declined would lose five points! The entire White Cloud Martial Academy was filled with lamentation! Except for those who had been strict with themselves and consistently made rapid progress, there was only one person eagerly awaiting this assessment.
Fang Qingyun.
He could clearly sense how immense his progress was. Describing it as a metamorphosis wouldn't be an exaggeration.
Everything began after that meal with his cousin.
Regarding this, Fang Qingyun had no evidence, but he buried this matter deep within his heart.
He knew that if he voiced his suspicions, it would cause great trouble for his cousin. After noticing the changes, he had secretly discussed it with Fang Che once.
"Cousin, I've been in excellent condition lately, and it seems like my understanding and aptitude have improved significantly."
At the time, Fang Che smiled and said, "Then... the assessment results shouldn't be 7,476 points anymore. Congratulations!"
Fang Qingyun pretended to be furious and left in a huff, feeling embarrassed and angry.
But in his heart, he was certain.
Because his cousin showed no signs of surprise!
With anticipation and apprehension, Fang Qingyun participated in the assessment with his utmost effort.
...
While the freshmen were herding sheep, the seniors were undergoing their assessments.
The Martial Academy was holding a meeting with only one agenda: the handling of Gao Yunqi and Zhou Yi.
The incident had occurred, and the Martial Academy couldn't pretend it hadn't.
Moreover, outside, a storm was brewing.
Vice Principal Huang Yifan staunchly supported Gao Yunqi and Zhou Yi, believing they had done nothing wrong.
However, Dean Meng Chizheng firmly believed that the two had tarnished the academy's reputation and were unforgivable!
Director Lu Jiaoshan firmly believed that the two instructors, Gao Yunqi and Zhou Yi, bore no responsibility.
Whether they supported Meng Chizheng or Huang Yifan, there were many on both sides.
The largest group was the neutral faction—they were fine with either decision, as there were reasons for both.
Thus, the pressure ultimately fell on Principal Gao Qingyu.
Gao Qingyu held a piece of intelligence in his hand, which he had just received: Xi Men Xuri's Xi Men Clan was suspected of colluding with the Divine Heaven Sect, with a 90% chance that they had already joined, and Xi Men Xuri was a cultivated seed of the Divine Heaven Sect.
The information was absolutely reliable.
Therefore, from the start, Gao Qingyu had decided what to do. How could I possibly punish my own people for killing members of the Divine Heaven Sect? So...
From the beginning of the meeting, Principal Gao Qingyu feigned drowsiness, until Huang Yifan suddenly stood up and was about to physically assault Meng Chizheng...
Principal Gao Qingyu finally opened his hazy old eyes, "Ah... Ah? Ah ah... Why is it so chaotic in here?"
He immediately flew into a rage, "Is this still the White Cloud Martial Academy's meeting? Are you sure this isn't street thugs dividing territories?"
The people below were startled, recognizing the familiar words.
Bang!
The Principal slammed his fist on the table, repeatedly striking it, "Bang bang bang..."
"Do you still respect me as the Principal? Do you?"
"Are you two forming factions and rebelling?"
Principal Gao Qingyu's anger surged, slamming the table and roaring.
All the Martial Academy's high-level members lowered their heads, pinching their brows in exasperation.
Here we go again!
The Principal was at it again, acting like a hooligan.
As expected, while the Principal was raging, he took the opportunity to digress.
"You're completely lacking in organization and discipline. You're disrespectful to me, the Principal, let alone others! Gao Yunqi and Zhou Yi are indeed at fault, but it's not right to crush them with a single blow. They've been diligent colleagues for so many years, and you're so eager to put them to death?"
Principal Gao Qingyu roared, "Huang Yifan! Do you want to kill them? Do you want to seize their property? Do you want to take... something else? Are you relying on your high cultivation and strength to force me, the Principal? Tell me, is that so?"
Huang Yifan's heart cursed silently.
This old bastard, I'm the one supporting this side, right?
Whenever this old fool digresses, he drags me into his tirade to assert his presence, treating me like a sacrificial chicken!
I've had enough of this bullshit!
Across from him, Meng Chizheng also dared not speak.
With the highest martial might suppressed, how could he dare to speak?
Moreover, the Principal's words had hidden meanings.
What did he mean by 'Do you want to kill them? Do you want to seize their property? Do you want to take... something else?'?
Where did this nonsense come from?
Who wanted to kill them? Who wanted to seize their property? Those two poor bastards, what could they have that I'd want?
But he dared not refute.
If he did, he'd be labeled as 'wanting to kill them, seize their property, and take... something else.'
He could only hold his breath and remain silent.
"This matter is decided!"
Principal Gao Qingyu slammed the table, saying, "Anyone who rebels against this decision can directly report me to the higher-ups!"
Everyone fell silent.
Was it decided just like that?
What was decided?
Whoever disagreed was rebelling? Where did this come from?
It must be said, the Principal's hooliganism had reached a new level.
Just then.
Knock knock!
The meeting room's door was knocked.
The door opened.
Gao Yunqi and Zhou Yi appeared at the entrance.
Principal Gao Qingyu turned his head, stunned for a moment, a glint of anxiety flashing in his eyes.
These two idiots, so many here want to deal with you, what are you doing here?
(End of Chapter)
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