Too Lazy, Far Too Lazy
After reading the diary entries, Wang Dong'er gave a helpless twitch of her lips and thought to herself: Sure enough, expecting Lin Ye to take the initiative to manage things is harder than climbing to heaven. He is clearly the strongest among everyone, but he is lazy to the bone and always wants to avoid everything.
Ning Tian and Xiao Xiao saw it too, and they both sighed inwardly.
Yes, appointing someone with Lin Ye's personality as class monitor is a joke.
Teacher Mu Jin cleared her throat, drawing everyone's attention.
"Okay, quiet down."
Ms. Mu Jin's voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable authority, instantly silencing the previously whispering classroom.
"Before classes officially begin today, let's elect a class monitor."
Teacher Mu Jin's gaze swept over all the students from Class One and Class Two sitting below the stage. "Considering that we are having two classes combined for lessons, and there are many daily affairs, we will only appoint one class monitor to be responsible for the discipline, attendance, and organization of various activities for both classes."
After he finished speaking, the classroom remained silent.
Everyone looked at each other, but no one raised their hand.
Everyone knew perfectly well that the position of class monitor, though glamorous, was actually a tough job.
Especially at the Shrek Academy, those who can get in are all geniuses from various places, each one proud and arrogant, and none of them are willing to submit to anyone else.
Being a class monitor requires not only strong abilities, but also enough courage and energy to manage these people; otherwise, one can easily offend others.
Moreover, everyone is still shaken by what happened with Zhou Yi yesterday, and no one wants to be in the limelight.
Teacher Mu Jin showed no surprise whatsoever.
She picked up the two rosters on the podium and slowly began to flip through them.
Her fingers traced over each name, her gaze occasionally lifting to scrutinize the corresponding student.
When it comes to selecting a class monitor, Mu Jin has her own set of standards.
While the class monitor's abilities are important, at the very least, they must be able to maintain order and control the situation; this accounts for half of the factors.
But when it comes to your other half, you need to consider their personality.
If someone is too laid-back and lazy to take charge, no matter how capable they are, being a class monitor won't help them.
He doesn't care when the class is in complete chaos; what's the point of having a class monitor then?
Some people, although they want to take charge, are too soft-hearted and lack the confidence. They back down after a few words from others. If such a person is the class monitor, they will only be bullied and no one will respect them.
Someone like Wang Dong would be the perfect fit.
Mu Jin's finger stopped on the name "Wang Dong," and she looked up at the boy with pink and blue hair.
Wang Dong's cultivation level is among the top of all the new students, that much is undeniable.
More importantly, her aloof and unapproachable demeanor makes her a natural fit for management.
She just stands there, and without saying a word, just one cold glance from her is enough to send shivers down your spine. Who would dare to talk back to her?
"Wang Dong, how about you be the class monitor?"
Teacher Mu Jin asked the question, her tone carrying an air of unyielding authority.
Upon hearing this, Wang Dong subconsciously turned to look at Lin Ye beside him.
Lin Ye was tilting his head slightly, staring blankly at a sycamore tree outside the window, seemingly lost in thought.
Lin Ye seemed completely out of it, clearly not having heard a word Teacher Mu Jin had said.
Wang Dong sighed softly to himself.
She knew this would happen.
Whenever Lin Ye is involved in matters that require his attention, he immediately goes into stealth mode, wishing the whole world could never see him.
Wang Dong withdrew his gaze, slowly stood up, and nodded to Teacher Mu Jin: "Okay."
Her voice was clear and crisp, yet carried a cool quality, echoing in the quiet classroom.
Ms. Mu Jin nodded in satisfaction and waved her hand, "Come over to the podium."
Wang Dong strode up to the podium. Her posture was upright, and sunlight streamed through the window, illuminating her delicate profile. She resembled a drawn sword, her brilliance fully revealed.
Teacher Mu Jin stepped aside to make room, pointed at Wang Dong, and said to the students of the two classes below the stage, "From today onwards, Wang Dong will be the class monitor of our Class One and Class Two."
Anyone want to challenge for the class monitor position? If so, we can compete fairly. If you can beat Wang Dong, the class monitor position is yours."
The classroom was deathly silent.
Everyone kept their heads down. The students in Class One, needless to say, had just experienced Zhou Yi's ruthless methods yesterday, and they were all still in a state of fright. They didn't dare to challenge Wang Dong, let alone speak loudly.
As for the students in Class Two, that's even more impossible.
Most of the students in Class Two barely made it in. While their talent was passable, they were still far behind the true geniuses in Class One.
A few of the slightly stronger ones had just shown a hint of eagerness on their faces, but after meeting Wang Dong's cold eyes, they immediately felt as if they had been doused with cold water, and reluctantly withdrew their gazes and lowered their heads.
Seeing that no one spoke, Teacher Mu Jin clapped her hands. "Since no one is going to challenge us, then Wang Dong will be the official class monitor for both of our classes. Let's all give him a round of applause."
A round of enthusiastic applause erupted, but no one raised any objections.
Wang Dong stood on the podium, his face expressionless, only glancing indifferently at the audience.
Wherever that gaze swept, everyone subconsciously sat up straight, even their breathing became lighter.
Teacher Mu Jin nodded in satisfaction.
As expected, she hadn't misjudged him.
The moment Wang Dong stood there, the discipline of the entire class immediately improved; it was even more effective than her words as the teacher.
"Alright, the class monitor has been chosen, let's begin class."
Teacher Mu Jin opened the textbook and began explaining today's content.
Lin Ye only slowly came to his senses at this moment. He glanced blankly at Wang Dong on the podium, then at the students clapping around him, and whispered to Xiao Xiao beside him, "What's wrong? What happened?"
Xiao Xiao covered her mouth and whispered, "Brother Wang Dong has become our class monitor."
"Oh."
Lin Ye nodded in sudden realization, a look of relief appearing on his face.
Great! Finally, someone has become the class monitor, so it won't be my turn.
He was secretly pleased with himself, completely unaware that a large part of the reason Wang Dong agreed to be the class monitor was because of him, the one who was always shirking his responsibilities.
The morning's classes ended quickly.
As soon as the bell rang, the students rushed out of the classroom and ran towards the cafeteria.
Lin Ye, Wang Dong, Xiao Xiao, Ning Tian, and a few others walked slowly behind.
The group entered the cafeteria and found a seat by the window.
Xiao Xiao went and got some food, and the group began to eat.