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"Qian Ran, you're crossing the line."

Dai Huabin was so angry he nearly stormed out of the room. But he couldn't bear the consequences of such an act.

He didn't particularly care about Shrek Academy. With his talent, he'd do just as well at any other institution. At worst, he could continue his cultivation at the Duke of White Tiger's estate, where he had access to resources and instructors. To a member of a prestigious family like his, a school was merely a platform to connect with talented soul masters from other families.

However, if he stormed off now, he'd be playing right into Qian Ran's hands. Then, who knew what stunts Qian Ran and Zhu Lu would pull? He couldn't allow that to happen.

If Zhu Lu dared to bring disgrace to the family name, he'd arrange for her to be killed.

"Kneel and beg me, and I'll let you go." Qian Ran smirked playfully. He was no saint, and he never showed mercy to his enemies.

"Ms. Zhou Yi, my request isn't unreasonable, is it?"

"Huh? Not at all unreasonable, of course." Zhou Yi responded with a clear bias, aligning herself with Qian Ran. "Dai Huabin, you terrified Qian Ran and Zhu Lu, nearly endangering their lives. A sincere apology is required; otherwise, I won't let this pass."

"Zhou Yi, are you even fit to be a teacher?"

Dai Huabin's face twisted in anger, his expression turning ashen.

It was glaringly obvious that Zhou Yi was protecting Qian Ran.

"Aren't you afraid I'll report you to Du Weilun? You're favoring Qian Ran."

"Do you really think I could threaten Qian Ran's life with my power? Do you believe that?" Zhou Yi smiled, but there was a sinister edge to it. "You're welcome to report me, but whether Director Du or the Dean believe you is another matter. Slandering a distinguished teacher at Shrek Academy would be a severe offense."

"A distinguished teacher? You think you deserve that title?"

"I see—you're probably Qian Ran's lover, aren't you? Fang Yu would be furious if he knew." Dai Huabin sneered. "Qian Ran, you have peculiar taste to go for someone like this."

Dai Huabin had pieced together Zhou Yi and Qian Ran's relationship. Why else would she defend him so vehemently?

Zhou Yi, still wearing her mask, didn't have particularly striking looks.

"Dai Huabin, if you keep spouting nonsense, I'll expel you on the spot!" Zhou Yi's fury reached a boiling point, and she kicked Dai Huabin hard, sending him flying.

"Ha. Scum." Dai Huabin sneered coldly. He regretted ever following Zhou Yi here, thinking she, as his homeroom teacher, would treat him better. Instead, he'd have been better off facing Du Weilun's punishment rather than enduring this humiliation.

He had foolishly thought that Shrek Academy was a place of honor.

"Dai Huabin, this is your final chance. If you remain stubborn, you can pack your bags and go home," Zhou Yi threatened, knowing she couldn't expel a core disciple outright but that she could pile on accusations that even Du Weilun couldn't ignore.

Qian Ran watched the whole scene unfold with amusement, choosing not to intervene.

Was Zhou Yi hinting at something by putting on this display?

Interesting.

So Zhou Yi couldn't restrain herself anymore?

At thirty, a woman is as fierce as a wolf; at forty, like a tiger. With Fang Yu always in the lab, it was natural that Zhou Yi would struggle. Even the inexperienced Xian Lin'er couldn't resist Qian Ran's allure, let alone Zhou Yi.

"Qian Ran, I apologize."

In the end, Dai Huabin grit his teeth and yielded. There was no other option.

He knelt reluctantly, hatred gleaming in his eyes.

"Lower your head."

Qian Ran walked up to Dai Huabin, pressing his shoe against his head until his forehead touched the ground.

Dai Huabin trembled with rage but didn't resist. He was thoroughly under Qian Ran's control; fighting back would only get him accused further. With Zhou Yi and Qian Ran backing each other up, no one would believe him.

One was a top student, the other an acclaimed teacher. Clearly, their words carried more weight.

"From now on, when you're in my presence, keep your head down."

"I understand."

Dai Huabin felt utterly humiliated, wishing he could die on the spot.

"Oh, one more thing," Qian Ran leaned down, whispering in Dai Huabin's ear, "Your fiancée, Zhu Lu, she's quite something. I'll be sure to treat her well."

Qian Ran smiled faintly, thinking of Zhu Lu's figure.

In the entire outer courtyard, few had proportions like hers. Qian Ran was already considering how best to bring out Zhu Lu's advantages.

Dai Huabin's fists clenched, his nails digging into his palms.

There was no greater humiliation for a man.

"Get out." Qian Ran nudged him slightly, and Dai Huabin rolled to the doorway.

He cast a lingering look at Qian Ran and Zhou Yi before opening the door and leaving.

He swore he'd make Qian Ran experience this humiliation one day.

How he wished he could reveal Zhou Yi's true face to all of Shrek Academy.

But that wasn't possible—not yet. If he tried to speak ill of Zhou Yi now, people would just think he was bitter about his punishment. It would backfire.

"I can't stay in Zhou Yi's class any longer. I'll have to transfer to Mu Jin's class. If Mu Jin learns of Zhou Yi's actions behind Fang Yu's back, she'll definitely take interest." Dai Huabin had originally been in Mu Jin's class but was transferred to Zhou Yi's after the new student assessments.

He knew well that Mu Jin and Zhou Yi had a long-standing grudge over Fang Yu. They had been rivals in the past, but Zhou Yi ended up with Fang Yu, leaving Mu Jin with a lasting resentment.

If Mu Jin discovered Zhou Yi's betrayal, she would likely investigate and ensure Zhou Yi's downfall.

"Ugh."

"Despicable people."

Dai Huabin spat fiercely on the ground.

...

As Dai Huabin stewed in despair over the dark side of Shrek Academy, Bei Bei was also harshly reprimanded by Mu En.

Mu En had long been aware of the grievances between Bei Bei and Qian Ran. He knew that Le Xuan and Lin'er were nothing like what Bei Bei claimed. In Mu En's view, Bei Bei was simply exaggerating to try to get him to deal with Qian Ran.

Mu En trusted Xian Lin'er and Zhang Le Xuan fully. As for his unreliable great-grandson, Mu En wasn't so sure.

"It seems he truly can't be allowed to stay. If I'm gone, no one will be there to protect Bei Bei," Mu En mused. Qian Ran was undoubtedly a genius, but when he posed a threat to Mu En's family, his talent no longer mattered. Before his time was up, he'd have to resolve all potential dangers for Bei Bei. And the best opportunity to act seemed to be the upcoming Advanced Academy Soul Master Tournament.

(End of Chapter)

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