Every breath in the classroom, every faint bump and scrape, even the leaves outside the window trembling slightly in the wind, seemed exceptionally clear.
The students waited expectantly, occasionally glancing at the teacher on the podium.
Time seemed to stagnate in the silence, lasting for a long while and yet feeling like it had passed in an instant.
Xi Duo took out a handkerchief and wiped his hands, then put away the potato chips. His expression once again became solemn.
He coughed lightly, breaking the silence.
"Anfeisi's Campelt Family was founded in 1725 of the Sun Calendar. In recent years, they have consistently been firm members of the right wing. Although there are many demons in the family, they were all purchased as servants. Their trade with the Aetherland Kingdom is also legitimate and law-abiding, and there are no tax or imperial-confidentiality risks. I believe that no matter how they investigate, they won't find the slightest problem. A family like this could never be a spy for the Protos Empire. They have stood the test of every storm."
Xi Duo spoke from the podium, his voice like a breeze gently brushing away the chill of winter.
Hearing Xi Duo smooth things over, the others gradually relaxed.
It seemed this class could continue smoothly after all.
No, they couldn't quite tell whether Xi Duo's speech was helping her or messing with her.
Soon, someone noticed the blond noble lady Anfeisi constantly darting her eyes around, cold sweat beading on her forehead.
This associate professor seemed to be a provocateur! He had completely flustered her by playing the opposite role.
"Students,"
Xi Duo began gently, his voice carrying a hint of delight,
"I know everyone is rather agitated and nervous about these topics. Some of you may even be a little afraid.