A Little Surprise! (Seeking Monthly Tickets!)

The sky gradually brightened, and the rooster in East Village began to crow.

Jiang Qianhai and Zhu Zhuqing were awakened by knocking at the door.

After opening it, they found Oscar standing outside. However, he looked completely different from his heavily bearded appearance yesterday. His beard was gone, making him look much younger.

Although he was still instinctively somewhat afraid of Jiang Qianhai, he nevertheless conveyed Flender's message.

Flender wanted him to gather the students at the center of the academy—or, more precisely, the center of the village. He had something to say.

Oscar did not know what it was about. He was merely delivering the message.

The two headed together to the place Oscar had mentioned, where they found Tang San and Xiao Wu already waiting. Not long after, Ning Rongrong arrived as well.

However, Oscar was following behind her.

Jiang Qianhai had no interest in staying to listen to Flender, nor was there any need for him to do so. He leaped onto the roof and planned to quietly observe from there. Feeling the breeze was quite pleasant, too.

The students waited for several minutes before Flender finally arrived.

Four people with entirely different styles followed in a row behind him.

After Flender stopped, he first furtively looked around.

When he saw Jiang Qianhai enjoying the breeze on the roof, his eyelid twitched slightly.

Seeing that Jiang Qianhai had no intention of paying him any attention, Flender wisely refrained from speaking to him.

He coughed lightly on the platform. "Hello, little monsters. I'm your dean, Flender. My Martial Soul is the Four-Eyed Cat Owl, and I'm a level-78 Agility Attack System Battle Soul Saint. Before discussing serious matters, I'll first introduce you to Shrek's educational philosophy."

"I named the academy Shrek because, according to legend, there was a monster called Shrek. Therefore, Shrek Academy can also be called Monster Academy—a school that only accepts monsters!"

"And you are the chosen little monsters! I look forward to seeing you grow into true big monsters here!"

"Next, I'll introduce you to Shrek's teaching staff!"

Flender pointed with one hand, and Zhao Wuji immediately stepped forward to stand beside him.

"This is your vice dean, the Immovable Bright King, Zhao Wuji. His Martial Soul is the Vajra Bear, and he's a level-75 Power Attack System Battle Soul Saint!"

Following Flender's introductions, the other teachers were presented to the group of new students one after another.

The remaining three were:

Tang Dou Shao Xin, whose Martial Soul was Sugar Beans. He was a level-71 Food System Soul Saint.

Dragon Pattern Staff Li Yusong, whose Martial Soul was the Dragon Pattern Staff. He was a level-66 Power Attack System Battle Soul Emperor.

Star Luo Chess Lu Qibin, whose Martial Soul was Star Luo Chess. He was a level-66 Control System Battle Soul Emperor.

"Actually, there's one more teacher who hasn't arrived at the academy yet. He is the true Grandmaster, and he'll be responsible for your training."

Flender adjusted his glasses. "The only purpose of today's gathering is to let you meet the teachers, so you won't fail to recognize them later. The academy hasn't officially opened yet, so you're free to do as you please today and familiarize yourselves with the village. Formal classes will begin in three days."

"Any other questions? If not, you're dismissed!"

At that moment, Tang San silently raised his hand. "Dean Flender, may I ask how Dai Mubai is doing?"

Flender was rendered speechless.

What else could he say? Dai Mubai had lost an arm.

More importantly, couldn't Tang San read the situation? The culprit was still listening nearby!

Although Flender wasn't afraid of dying, he didn't want to take a beating for no reason, either!

That was someone who could fight a Title Douluo back and forth!

Flender secretly glanced at Jiang Qianhai. Seeing that he showed no reaction, he couldn't help but sigh in relief.

In his eyes, Tang San's actions were practically tugging at a tiger's whiskers!

After coughing lightly, Flender replied matter-of-factly, "Mubai's condition is fairly stable. I'll thank you on his behalf for your concern. All right, is there anything else?"

Tang San glanced at Jiang Qianhai from the corner of his eye, narrowing his eyes slightly. His sudden question hadn't been an impulsive attempt to stand up for Dai Mubai. He had wanted to test Jiang Qianhai's temperament. If one jab made him explode, Tang San would be more careful in the future, lest he end up like Dai Mubai.

If nothing happened, it would mean Jiang Qianhai wasn't that dangerous. Unless provoked, such a person posed no threat, and could therefore be more or less ignored in daily life.

Judging from the current situation, the latter possibility was quite high.

That was excellent news!

He didn't want an unstable time bomb by his side.

However, with the abilities he possessed from his previous life, he wasn't afraid of Jiang Qianhai, either. He believed he would surpass him sooner or later, simply because he possessed the Cultivation Method and Hidden Weapons that others lacked!

If he could create any one of the top-ranked hidden weapons, he could guarantee that even against Jiang Qianhai, as long as he seized the initiative, Jiang Qianhai would inevitably fall!

That was where his confidence came from!

Faced with Flender's question, Tang San shook his head to indicate that he had no more questions. Flender then announced that they were dismissed.

Afterward, Tang San was led around the village by Xiao Wu, who wore an adoring expression, while Ning Rongrong smilingly fended off Oscar's pestering. When she finally grew impatient, she simply walked over and stood beside Jiang Qianhai and Zhu Zhuqing. Oscar immediately gave an awkward laugh and chose to say goodbye.

"When did Tang San and Dai Mubai become so close?" Ning Rongrong looked toward the direction Tang San had left, confusion showing on her face. "Didn't they only meet yesterday?"

Hearing Tang San's name reminded Jiang Qianhai of that bastard Tang Hao, and his expression immediately turned gloomy.

"He was only testing me."

"Testing you?"

"If I had attacked to warn him just now, he would have stopped, sincerely apologized, and let the matter end there. I would have had no reason to pursue it. If I had done nothing, he probably would have concluded that I wasn't all that dangerous, meaning there would be no need to be overly wary of me."

"Wow! Isn't that bullying the weak and fearing the strong?"

Ning Rongrong covered her mouth in surprise. Paired with her delicate features, the expression made her look rather cute.

Jiang Qianhai looked at her speechlessly. "Little Demon Girl of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, stop pretending to be a good girl."

Ning Rongrong's eyes widened slightly before she stuck out her tongue. "Little Demon Girl? That's such slander. Where do I look like a demon girl?"

As she spoke, Ning Rongrong raised her arm and made a lively twirl in front of Jiang Qianhai. Suddenly noticing the displeasure in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, Ning Rongrong gave an awkward smile and promptly put some distance between herself and Jiang Qianhai.

"I'm really not a demon girl."

Even with Zhu Zhuqing between them, Ning Rongrong poked her head out and emphasized it again.

In truth, she was thinking, Just let me find out who started that rumor. When I get back, I'll tear his mouth apart!

Jiang Qianhai had no interest in watching Ning Rongrong immerse herself in playing the good girl. After strolling around with the two of them for a while, he said goodbye.

"Where is he going?"

Ning Rongrong still felt a little bothered by Jiang Qianhai calling her a Little Demon Girl, so she had stayed there as a dazzling third wheel. Seeing Jiang Qianhai leave, she couldn't help feeling puzzled.

"Fishing," Zhu Zhuqing replied coolly.

"Fishing?"

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Jiang Qianhai hadn't cast a line for many days. Moreover, he had discovered a small river not far from the village before they even arrived. His hands were itching, so he thought of this place again.

This time, he didn't care whether the resources were good. He only wanted to knead some bait, cast his line, and enjoy himself.

However, the bait enhanced by a Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring had an astonishing effect. Less than a minute after he cast the line, the float sank.

This was the first time he had caught a fish immediately after casting!

Jiang Qianhai laughed aloud and suddenly yanked hard.

A silver-white fish landed on the bank.

However, the real surprise was still to come!

A clear ding rang out.

The little surprise had arrived!

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