Teacher, Do You Believe in Love?

Teacher, Do You Believe in Love?

He then led the two of them into the room. Once both sides were seated,

"What can I do for you?" the dean asked directly.

Flender said nothing when he heard that, merely looking at Ma Hongjun.

Because he had no idea what that brat was up to either.

But by now, it should be revealed.

When the dean of Notting Academy saw Flender looking toward a six-year-old child, he was somewhat surprised as well. Still, he said nothing and looked over too.

Seeing both of them looking at him, Ma Hongjun spoke directly. "Teacher, has your academy's enrollment period ended?"

The dean of Notting Academy froze for a moment before saying, "Not yet. This year's students have only just enrolled, and we are still accepting applicants. What do you mean, little friend?"

A smile appeared on Ma Hongjun's face.

Then he said directly, "Dean, I would like to study at Notting Academy for a while."

Flender was utterly confused upon hearing Ma Hongjun's words. What exactly was this brat trying to do?

The dean of Notting Academy was also stunned by Ma Hongjun's words.

He immediately looked at Flender. In his eyes, Flender was the one who could make the decision.

Ma Hongjun also gave Flender a look.

Flender understood at once. Though he was confused, now was not the time to ask.

So he turned and began discussing matters with the dean of Notting Academy.

Just like that.

With Flender's help.

Ma Hongjun completed his enrollment procedures at Notting Academy.

After they had settled everything, the two of them left Notting Academy.

Because they needed to buy some things.

Of course, that was Flender's idea.

He was simply too curious about what Ma Hongjun was trying to do.

After leaving Notting Academy, Flender asked, "Brat, what exactly are you trying to do? I can teach you everything this kind of elementary academy can teach you, and I can teach it even better. You definitely have another purpose for coming here, right?"

Ma Hongjun said directly, "Teacher Flender, I actually came here to find someone."

"You're looking for someone? Although you're also in the Barak Kingdom, this place is quite far from where you live, isn't it? You're a six-year-old child with no relatives or connections here. Who could you possibly be looking for?" Flender asked directly.

He clearly did not believe Ma Hongjun.

"Teacher Flender, there's really no need for me to lie to you. I truly did come here to find someone. As for the reason..." Ma Hongjun paused here.

"Teacher Flender, do you believe in love?" Ma Hongjun suddenly asked in a profound tone.

"Quit talking nonsense. What does a little brat like you know about love?" Flender's face darkened as he spoke.

A six-year-old brat wanted to talk to him about love? What kind of nonsense was that?

Seeing that he did not believe him, Ma Hongjun continued, "One day two years ago, I met a little girl and fell in love with her at first sight. In the end, she said she would come to study at Notting Academy. Before, I thought I would never have another chance to see her in this life, but now, because of you, Teacher Flender, I have this opportunity. So I truly am very grateful to you, Teacher."

Ma Hongjun's tone was extremely earnest.

Hearing those words, Flender wanted nothing more than to strangle him.

Was this brat treating him like an idiot?

"Brat, do you think I'm stupid?" Flender asked with a dark expression.

"How could Teacher Flender be stupid? Everything I said is true. You have to believe me. Besides, Teacher Flender, don't you have someone you like? If the person you liked told you where she was going, would you want to go find her?" Ma Hongjun said directly.

Flender froze. He could not help thinking of Liu Erlong.

If he knew where Liu Erlong was, he would absolutely go.

But he quickly came to his senses.

Those were completely different matters, all right? This brat was plainly trying to muddy the waters.

Still, he understood that the brat before him probably would not tell him the reason.

Though somewhat unwilling, Flender did not press for an answer.

Seeing Flender fall silent, Ma Hongjun immediately understood. He had probably thought of Liu Erlong.

So he said meaningfully, "When it comes to the girl you like, you have to pursue her and bravely tell her how you feel. Even if you fail, you should let her know. At least then, you can say you tried."

"What if that girl simply doesn't like you? What if she already has someone else in her heart?" Flender asked almost instinctively.

"That's easy. Just drive the person in her heart out, isn't it?" Ma Hongjun said directly.

Flender gave a bitter smile. How could it be that easy?

"Teacher Flender, could it be that you have someone you like?" Ma Hongjun asked strangely.

Flender immediately denied it. "Of course not."

But as soon as he said it, Flender realized something. Why was he discussing this with a six-year-old brat? It was simply a waste of time.

Besides, this brat was far too sly. It seemed impossible to learn anything from him, though he did not really want to know anyway.

Seeing this, Ma Hongjun was just about to impart some of his wisdom on the art of seduction to Flender.

But Flender said, "Brat, what the hell does a little kid like you know? Stop talking this nonsense. If you don't want to tell me, forget it. I won't force you."

Clearly, thinking of Liu Erlong had put Flender in a poor mood.

Ma Hongjun found that somewhat regrettable. He had wanted to have a proper exchange with Flender.

Then, seeing Flender frown, Ma Hongjun did not dwell on the subject. Instead, he said, "Teacher Flender, thank you for taking care of me all this way. I need to stay at Notting Academy for some time now. You can return and handle the academy's affairs. If I remember correctly, Shrek Academy has also reached its enrollment period, hasn't it? You must be very busy during this time. Once I'm done here, I'll return to Shrek Academy on my own."

When Ma Hongjun said that, Flender's brow furrowed even more deeply.

Was this brat trying to send him away?

But Ma Hongjun was right.

Shrek Academy had reached enrollment season as well.

It really would not look good if he, the dean, were absent.

At first, he had thought Ma Hongjun had merely come here to handle a few matters and would not need much time. But now, it seemed that was not the case at all.

As for whether Ma Hongjun would face any danger staying here, he was not overly worried.

The dean of Notting Academy already knew his strength, and Flender had personally escorted Ma Hongjun here. The dean would surely look after him. Besides, there could not possibly be any powerful Soul Masters in such a remote little town, and this brat's strength was at the level of a little monster.

Ordinary Soul Masters truly could not do much to him.

Most importantly, this brat seemed determined to stay here.

He had brought him here himself; he could hardly drag him right back now!

Moreover, his philosophy toward his students had always been not to hinder their freedom to develop.

Therefore, Flender reluctantly agreed.

(End of Chapter)