jdhmnovel Chapter 170 Master Xu's discerning eye
Chapter 170 Master Xu's discerning eye
Chapter 170 Master Xu's discerning eye
"Damn it, we've been found out!" Seeing the Master's piercing gaze fixed on him, Xiao Chong knew he was in trouble.
He had originally been determined to deny it to the death, but now that there were witnesses, it wouldn't be so easy for him to deny it. In that instant, Xiao Chong regretted not using his full strength in that [Mountain-Pulling Lean] strike.
If the "Mountain-Pulling Lean" technique had been used at its full power, Ma Rulong would probably be smashed into a pulp by now, right? And how could a pile of pulp stand up as evidence?
"This...hehe..." Helpless, Xiao Chong could only chuckle twice and glance at the teacher in front of him without offering any explanation.
The Master felt helpless at this moment.
Did you destroy the illusion in the Trial Tower? Yes or no, what do you mean by "heh"? Since you're not going to explain, I'll take that as an admission.
"Xiao Chong, it seems you really did this. Then come with me to the dean's office." With that thought, the teacher decided to put an end to the matter.
It seems that denying it is no longer an option. It's too late to kill Ma Rulong to silence him now, and it would only make things worse.
Then go ahead, this matter needs to be resolved eventually anyway. It was an unintentional mistake, and I'm sure the academy won't ask me to pay with my life. At worst, I'll just have to compensate.
"Please lead the way, Master," Xiao Chong said to the Master after a moment's thought.
"Come with me." The teacher nodded and was about to lead Xiao Chong away.
But the female students who were infatuated with him at the scene wouldn't stand for it and gathered around him.
"We can't take Xiao away; we support him!"
"Yes, it's just a broken illusion. If it's destroyed, it's destroyed. We can just set up a new one, right? Anyway, very few people will try to enter it!"
The infatuated female students started chattering and enthusiastically supporting Xiao Chong.
"Keep your voice down! I heard that the academy put a lot of effort into that illusion. If you keep talking like that, you might get implicated!" One of the more rational infatuated girls warned another infatuated girl next to her.
But the infatuated girl who had spoken earlier didn't appreciate it and shouted, "What are you afraid of! Xiao is my idol. If anyone dares to harm my idol, I'll fight them to the death!"
"Yes, let's give it our all!" And so, even more infatuated fans shouted their bold words.
The master was sweating profusely, and he was already feeling somewhat apprehensive. This was definitely not a matter of how high or low one's cultivation level was.
When a fangirl goes crazy, no matter how high your cultivation level is, you can't withstand it! Especially when so many fangirls are acting crazy at the same time!
Seeing the incredible energy of the numerous infatuated female students, Master Fu wished he could escape immediately. However, he was already surrounded, and to escape unscathed, he could only squeeze through the impenetrable human wall of infatuated female students.
But wouldn't doing this seem like taking advantage of someone else? What kind of reputation would it create for me? Although I secretly harbor a slight desire for it, I really don't dare to take the risk! If any scandalous news breaks out, I'll be drowned in gossip.
Well, the one who tied the knot must untie it; whoever caused the trouble should solve it. Helpless, the Master turned his gaze to Xiao Chong once again.
Xiao Chong understood the teacher's meaning, clasped his hands in a fist salute to the group of infatuated students, and said loudly with a smile, "Thank you all for your kindness. I am very grateful, but please make way for me so that I can go with the teacher to see the dean."
Upon hearing their idol speak, the clamor of the fangirls finally subsided, and they quickly made way for each other.
"Please, Master," Xiao Chong said, waving his hand at the Master.
The Master nodded silently and led Xiao Chong quickly out of the crowd. He felt that these infatuated girls were simply incomprehensible.
"Xiao Chong, I'll be all cleaned up and waiting for you to come back!"
Just as they were about to escape the students' encirclement, a cloyingly sweet voice came from behind them. Xiao Chong and the teacher stumbled at the same time and fled even faster.
In the dean's office, the dean of Qingfeng Academy was having tea and chatting with Master Xu Yangming, discussing the competition that was taking place at the Qingfeng Dojo today.
"These days, the trainees are getting harder and harder to manage. They'll draw their knives at the slightest disagreement; it's almost become commonplace. It's a real headache," the dean said, taking a sip of his tea with a sigh.
Master Xu clearly disagreed with the other party's point of view, shaking his head and saying, "That's not quite right. Young people should have some passion. The reason why Qingfeng Academy is inferior to other academies is, in my opinion, because it lacks a spirit of courage and bravery."
The dean dismissed the remark and was about to retort when suddenly the door opened, and a teacher led a young student in.
The dean was somewhat annoyed that the teacher hadn't knocked. Just as he was about to speak, the teacher excitedly exclaimed, "Found it! Finally found it!"
Hearing such nonsensical words, the dean became even more displeased and asked, "You've been a teacher for quite some time now, why are you so easily provoked today? What did you find? If you can't give a clear answer, your job as a teacher is over!"
The judge was startled and quickly said, "I have found the person who destroyed the illusion in the Trial Tower. It is this student named Xiao Chong. There are witnesses to testify."
"Well done!" Upon hearing this, the dean jumped up from his chair, not caring that tea had splashed all over him.
"You think you can handle things? You're even worse than me!" The teacher thought to himself with resentment and contempt for the dean before quickly taking his leave.
The dean was so agitated that he was afraid of offending the other party again.
"You destroyed the illusion in the Trial Tower? You're quite capable! Do you know how much effort the academy put into that illusion?" After the teacher left, the dean stared at Xiao Chong and asked with ill intent.
"Oh no, it looks like we really have to pay compensation!"
Seeing the dean's aggressive demeanor, Xiao Chong was initially startled, but then protested, "Dean, please understand, this matter is truly not my fault. Could it be that the illusion was in disrepair and was about to break down, but I just happened to be there?"
"Soliciting nonsense!" the dean shouted, cutting off Xiao Chong's words.
"Even if I really destroyed it, it only means that the illusion was poorly set up, and it couldn't even stop a martial arts student," Xiao Chong argued in a low voice.
The dean shouted again, "Stop with the sweet talk! You ruined the illusion, so you have to pay the price..."
Before the word "compensation" could be uttered, Master Xu, who was standing to the side, could no longer bear to listen and stopped the dean, saying, "Dean, please calm down. Didn't we reach a consensus that day? Disciples who have the ability to destroy illusions should not only not be punished, but should be greatly rewarded."
Uh, it seems there is such a thing, but punishment can be waived, and encouraging one is not out of the question. As for the reward, can we please not mention it?
The dean, realizing what was happening, pondered for a moment before asking Master Xu, "As you know, the academy doesn't have much funding. So, is this reward...?"
Master Xu understood the dean's meaning, sighed inwardly, and said, "I understand that. How about this, let Xiao Chong become my personal disciple. From now on, I will personally teach him everything except martial arts."
"I agree! Elder Xu has a keen eye and can recognize talent everywhere. With Elder Xu's talent, he will surely be able to train a good student who can enhance the reputation of our Qingfeng Academy!"
Instead of handing out physical rewards in cash, the dean finally breathed a sigh of relief.