From Wang Dong to Wang Dong'er

When Lin Yan returned to the dorm, he pushed open the door and was met with two huge faces.

"Bro, you're back! Sit down, sit down!"

"Brother Lin!"

"You were insanely cool today!"

Seeing the exaggerated expressions of Little Fatty and Little Skinny, those two living treasures, Lin Yan could not help but smile.

Some people were simply born with a magical ability to make others laugh.

Many people had probably experienced this.

After all, what class did not have a few such little jokers back in school!

"Bro, tell us already. How is the academy planning to deal with that old witch Zhou Yi?"

Hearing Little Fatty Chen Beixuan's question, Lin Yan deliberately drew out his words and teased, "Want to know... then what should you call me...?"

Chen Beixuan and Ye Liangchen exchanged a glance, immediately understanding each other.

"Foster Father!" they shouted in unison.

"Hahahahaha!"

As soon as the words fell, the three exchanged knowing smiles, and hearty laughter instantly filled the dorm room.

Though the world had changed and the people were different, the happiness between men was sometimes still this simple!

"Bro, wait for us!"

Early the next morning, just as Lin Yan stepped out of the dormitory building, Little Fatty and Little Skinny hurried after him from behind.

Their commotion drew the attention of many students on their way to the cafeteria. Some recognized Lin Yan at once, while others looked puzzled and secretly sized him up.

Fortunately, this was not Zhonghua Home from his previous life, where everyone loved to gather around excitement. So even those curious about Lin Yan did not rashly crowd around him.

At Shrek Academy, every grade had its own cafeteria, located behind the dormitory area.

There were not many people in the cafeteria, but there was not even a single table or chair. It was entirely an open stretch of ground.

Though he had seen it several times already, Lin Yan still could not help feeling speechless.

It truly lived up to the saying that the ancestral rules could not be changed. From Flender's time until now, Shrek's extreme "simplicity" had not changed one bit.

Still, although the cafeteria was rather crude, the "premium meal" sold at the far-left window tasted quite good, and it left one pleasantly warm after eating.

After breakfast, the three headed toward the teaching building.

Actually, although Freshman Class One's teacher had now changed from that useless Zhou Yi to Wang Yan, it did not make much difference to Lin Yan.

Compared with everyone else, whether in accumulated knowledge or actual combat strength, Lin Yan had long surpassed freshmen of the same grade by far.

So later, he still needed to find an opportunity to speak with Yan Shaozhe and secure control over his own time as well.

Before long, the three arrived outside Freshman Class One's classroom. By then, most of the seats inside were already occupied.

But it did not matter. To Lin Yan, it was all the same wherever he sat, since he would not listen to the lectures anyway.

Although a day had passed since yesterday's incident, the instant Lin Yan entered the classroom, he still drew the attention of the entire class.

Noticing two empty seats in front, Lin Yan motioned for Little Fatty and Little Skinny to sit there. Since he had no intention of listening, he walked straight to the back instead.

However, just as Lin Yan sat down, another ripple of quiet commotion arose in the classroom.

Everyone turned toward the doorway in unison as an incredibly beautiful girl slowly entered the classroom.

Her pink-blue hair cascaded to her waist, and her simple blue-and-white dress accentuated her jade-like fair skin. Her glass-like pink-blue eyes were clear and captivating, while her light, otherworldly aura made her seem like a butterfly spirit who had wandered into the mortal realm, dazzling beyond compare.

Wang Dong'er?!

Lin Yan was somewhat surprised that Wang Dong had chosen to return to her original appearance and become Wang Dong'er, but that was not what he was focused on right now.

No way?!

If Lin Yan remembered correctly, Wang Dong had still had neat short hair yesterday. How had it suddenly grown this ridiculously long overnight just because an extra character had been added to her name?

What kind of hair-growth trick was this?

"Excuse me, is anyone sitting here?"

A clear, gentle voice sounded beside him. Lin Yan came back to his senses and realized that while he had been distracted, Wang Dong'er had already walked over to his side amid everyone's admiring gazes.

"Excuse me, is anyone sitting here?"

Seeing that Lin Yan had not responded, Wang Dong'er asked again softly.

"No."

Lin Yan gathered his thoughts and nodded slightly. He did not stop her as usual, merely answering in an indifferent tone.

Wang Dong'er took the seat naturally and softly said, "Thank you." Then she turned toward Lin Yan. Her brows shifted slightly, and after hesitating for a moment, she asked softly, "Lin Yan, you recognized me, didn't you?"

Hearing this, Lin Yan instantly understood the implication behind her words and replied calmly, "Your hair color and eye color are far too distinctive."

Wang Dong'er wanted to say something else, but Wang Yan had already slowly walked onto the podium and raised a hand. "All right, students, quiet down."

Once the class had quieted, Wang Yan first announced the academy's decision regarding Zhou Yi's punishment, naturally sparking another round of enthusiastic cheers.

After everyone had vented their emotions somewhat, Wang Yan continued and formally announced that he would be taking over as Freshman Class One's homeroom teacher.

"Students, because of an unexpected incident yesterday, our class monitor has still not been decided. So the first thing we will do today is choose one."

The moment Wang Yan said "class monitor," every student in the class turned to look at Lin Yan.

In this world where strength was respected above all else, the overwhelming power Lin Yan had displayed yesterday had already completely won everyone over.

Seeing this, Wang Yan wore his trademark gentle smile and slowly said, "It seems everyone already has someone in mind. Then let us ask Student Lin Yan to say a few words first."

Lin Yan rose calmly at those words, his tone composed and appropriate. "Thank you for your trust, everyone, but I have other arrangements of my own and do not plan to serve as class monitor for the time being."

A trace of astonishment flashed across Wang Yan's face on the podium, but he quickly recovered.

Although Lin Yan did not explain his reasons, it was clear that he was not merely being polite. He genuinely had no intention of taking the position.

Wang Yan chose to respect his decision rather than force him, and he continued with a smile. "In that case, Student Lin Yan, please take your seat first. It seems we will need to hold another class monitor selection."

Lin Yan nodded slightly and calmly sat down amid everyone's astonished gazes.

Their expressions made it obvious that Lin Yan's choice had once again exceeded everyone's expectations.

The position of class monitor could both build connections and earn special attention from academy teachers, offering considerable benefits. Therefore, every new class had countless people competing for it.

Now that Lin Yan had given up such an easily obtained "important responsibility" without hesitation, it was no wonder everyone was surprised.

Unfortunately, becoming class monitor was truly useless to Lin Yan.

After all, he did not even plan to attend classes in the future. Being class monitor too? Would that not be purely a waste of time!

However, once Lin Yan made his refusal clear, hope instantly flared in the eyes of many students confident in their own strength.

In their view, as long as Lin Yan, that "monster," did not participate, who would claim the class monitor position was still uncertain!

Then, at Wang Yan's command, everyone quickly rose and headed toward the Soul Fighting Zone.

In this world where strength reigned supreme, there was no more convincing selection method than a fight!

Just as Lin Yan followed behind the others and was about to step out of the classroom, the previously orderly group ahead suddenly slowed down together. Everyone's gaze seemed firmly captured by something.

With a flicker of curiosity in his heart, Lin Yan walked to the doorway and looked up in the direction everyone was staring.

But before he could see clearly, a streak of golden light suddenly shot toward him. A soft, slender body carrying a faint fragrance unexpectedly threw itself into his arms!