Unexpected Mentor

Gu De and Wang Changfu hurriedly stepped in front of Fang Ziwei.

What a joke—wasn't teaching Zhang Yunya enough for her?

With Zhang Yunya alone, Magic Martial University had held steady at number one in parent complaints for three consecutive years.

Though Zhang Yunya herself was mainly to blame, Fang Ziwei, as her mentor, had certainly contributed greatly.

If Fang Ziwei taught Shi Yan, then judging by Lei Gang's miserable state, Magic Martial University might not face parent complaints at all—the Monster Suppression Bureau would come directly to arrest someone.

"What, are you trying to stop me?"

Fang Ziwei merely cast them a light glance.

That single look made both men shudder.

In terms of status, the Vice Principal's position outranked theirs.

In terms of strength, Fang Ziwei was a Peak Martial King, while Wang Changfu was only Eighth-Order Mid-Stage, and Gu De was merely a Seventh-Order Martial General.

Gu De did not dare speak. In the end, Wang Changfu gritted his teeth and said, "Vice Principal Fang, I don't think you're suited to teach Shi Yan. After all, you'll retire once Xiaoya graduates, and Shi Yan's ability is fire, which doesn't quite match yours."

That was all he could say, and it was the truth. Fang Ziwei was already eighty years old; she ought to focus her thoughts on breaking through her realm.

Although Martial Kings could live for a very long time, Fang Ziwei had been stuck at this realm for thirty years.

If she did not settle her heart and cultivate in quiet seclusion, she would likely find it difficult to step into the Martial Emperor realm in this lifetime.

"Cut it out. An ability is an ability, teaching is teaching. Are the two really that closely related?"

Fang Ziwei's question left Wang Changfu speechless for a moment.

As a teacher at one of the world's top academies, he naturally knew that a teacher's ability was merely supplementary.

What mattered most was their methods and approach to teaching.

And that was precisely what he feared most.

Just as he was about to keep searching for excuses, Fang Ziwei continued,

"Don't worry. I'll only teach him for one academic year. Once Little Meng returns, I'll let her take over for me."

"What? Teacher Meng is coming back?"

Wang Changfu and Gu De were startled, then overjoyed.

Meng Xuan, Zhang Yunya's Senior Sister, was also one of Fang Ziwei's disciples—and the only one who had surpassed her teacher, green surpassing blue.

It was said that her strength had already exceeded her teacher's three years ago.

She had originally been a teacher at Magic Martial University, but five years ago, she accepted a mission and went to Australia.

After the Spiritual Revival, Australia had become home to a terrifying number of monsters. With its sparse population, those living there either died or fled, and in the end it became a land without people—a paradise for monsters.

Only after martial artists across the globe gradually grew stronger and gained a certain advantage did the various nations set their sights on that place.

Since Meng Xuan was returning, Huaxia Kingdom had likely already gained a firm foothold in Australia.

Before long, Australia would probably be renamed South Jambudvipa.

That was beside the point. If Meng Xuan returned to Magic Martial University, it would undoubtedly give the university another trump card and make it an invincible banner of strength.

Furthermore, Meng Xuan possessed an S-Class fire ability. She could not have been more suitable for teaching Shi Yan.

"That's right. You two can rest assured now, yes?" Fang Ziwei nodded, then looked toward Shi Yan.

"Shi Yan, I am Zhang Yunya's mentor and also a Vice Principal of Magic Martial University. Are you willing to join my disciples?"

The sudden question stunned Shi Yan for a moment.

After hesitating for only 0.01 seconds, he replied, "This student is willing!"

As he spoke, he gave a deep bow.

Only a fool would refuse. Not to mention Fang Ziwei had helped him greatly with the breathing technique he had obtained; even if the Vice Principal came before him and offered to take him as a disciple, he could not refuse.

Besides her status as Vice Principal, she was also a powerful Martial King.

The experience of reaching that realm alone would be enough for him to study for a long time.

Li Tao and Ding Le, standing at the villa entrance, instantly had bloodshot eyes at the sight.

From jealousy.

A major figure from the school had appeared, not only failing to punish Shi Yan for injuring someone, but even accepting him as a disciple on the spot. Who could endure that?

Especially since the one accepting Shi Yan was Fang Ziwei!

Who was Principal Fang? She had taken in eight disciples, every single one of them fierce and formidable!

Especially Meng Xuan—she had not only attained the position of Martial Emperor, but had also slaughtered her way through Australia until no one dared claim supremacy.

Before entering Magic Martial University, they had done plenty of research. What they wanted most was to enter Vice Principal Fang's school; failing that, becoming the disciple of one of her disciples would have been fine too.

Unfortunately, the scene that had appeared in their dreams had happened to Shi Yan.

From beginning to end, she had not even glanced at them.

"Good, good, good. From now on, you are my ninth disciple. Take this first."

Fang Ziwei was greatly comforted and gave him a Bronze Ring.

It was a Space Ring, something that was difficult to buy even with money outside.

When the ring appeared, even Gu De and Wang Changfu had a flicker of envy in their eyes.

"Thank you, Teacher."

Shi Yan did not know the ring's value, but he assumed it must be rather expensive. After all, it was a gift from a Martial King—it could not possibly be shabby.

When he accepted the ring, his hand sank slightly, further confirming his thoughts.

"For the next three days, I won't be at Magic Martial University. Familiarize yourself with the school properly. Report to me again after three days."

Fang Ziwei nodded in satisfaction, then soared into the air. In the blink of an eye, she vanished.

"Shi Yan, this is Dean Wang Changfu of the Combat Branch. He has something to say to you."

Gu De introduced him, while repeatedly winking and making faces at Wang Changfu.

They could not go against Fang Ziwei, but they could still intervene with Shi Yan to a certain extent.

"This student, Shi Yan, greets Dean Wang."

Shi Yan maintained the proper courtesy and cupped his hands toward Wang Changfu.

From Zhang Yunya, he had learned that the deans of Magic Martial University's four major branches were all Martial King-level powerhouses. One had to show sufficient respect before the strong.

He just did not know why the head of an academy branch had suddenly appeared here.

"Mm, truly a fine-looking talent." Wang Changfu revealed a kindly smile. "Actually, it's nothing important. It's just that you need to come find me on time each month to collect the Advanced Body Tempering Medicine I promised you, since this stuff is rather precious."

This was the best excuse. If Fang Ziwei taught Shi Yan crooked, he could correct him periodically.

After giving a few more instructions, Wang Changfu and Gu De left with the unconscious Lei Gang.

Shi Yan was brimming with excitement as he fiddled with the ring in his hand and entered the villa.

What they did not know was that atop the tallest building in Magic Martial University, two more people were watching this place.

Both were old men. One wore white, the other green robes, and both carried the air of immortals, with the grace of sages and the bones of Daoists.

The old man in white had white hair and beard. He was Magic Martial University's principal.

The old man in Green Robe had a fair, beardless face and was one of Magic Martial University's three Vice Principals.

"Old Bai, why did you have Ziwei take Shi Yan as a disciple?"

The old man in Green Robe turned his head and asked.

Fang Ziwei was indeed skilled at teaching people, but she would retire next year. How much could she teach Shi Yan?

"Old Liu, you're taking things at face value." The principal smiled as he stroked his long beard. "A genius only needs to be led through the gate. Besides, Shi Yan entering Ziwei's school is mainly for Zhang Yunya's sake."

"Oh?" The old man in Green Robe was slightly startled, recalling the principal's powers of prediction.

"Zhang Yunya's temperament is difficult to fathom. In the future, she will most likely encounter a great calamity. Shi Yan may be able to help her."

The principal explained.

"Are you wondering whether Shi Yan helping Zhang Yunya might bring about an even greater calamity? Don't worry about that. Po stands behind Shi Yan."

"That's not right, Old Bai. How could Po be the person behind Shi Yan? The two have never even met."

The old man in Green Robe was puzzled, feeling that the principal was making assumptions out of thin air.

Who was the Hall Master of the Extreme Martial Arts Hall? They could not forcibly link him to someone just because of a saber and a breathing technique, could they?

"I'm not sure either, but that's simply how it feels."

"You... forget it. I hope you're right. I'll go check on Lei Gang and add another layer of insurance for this year's new student competition."

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