Chapter 31: Teacher.
With Xiao Yi leading the way, the two were extremely efficient, returning to the hotel where everyone had gathered before sunset.
It was just time for dinner, and everyone was seated in the hotel lobby.
Seeing the two return, Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun greeted Zhao Wuji, "Teacher Zhao..."
Only Tang San, Oscar, and Shi Yi greeted, "Senior Brother... Xiao Yi..."
Shi Yi smiled and nodded gently, then slowly found an empty seat and sat down. As Shi Yi slowly sat down, Tang San couldn't help but reveal a look of horror. As a warrior, he could sense the change in Shi Yi.
"Brother's breath has become stronger, even surpassing mine. His footsteps have weakened. It's impossible for him to control it with his body. The only possibility is that his strength has increased again. What did Teacher Zhao take him to do? Why has such a big change occurred? Has he made another breakthrough?
Impossible. He's still three levels away from breaking through to Soul Master. Could it be that his spirit has changed again?" Tang San thought to himself as he looked at Shi Yi with a strange look.
At this time, Zhao Wuji also cast his gaze on the others. As he had just entered the room, he noticed that Shi Yi was not there, and the atmosphere at Shrek had become more harmonious. As he had said before, Shi Yi was not suitable to be a student, but a teacher.
Because students have their own obvious shortcomings, they are easier for teachers to manage. Students are young and immature, and the presence of a leader also helps to unite them.
Shi Yi, on the other hand, was smooth and tactful, almost impervious to flaws. Such a person, as a student, was a thorn in the teacher's side. Furthermore, Shi Yi's theoretical knowledge was immense, even surpassing that of the teachers themselves.
The teacher's position provided little control over Shi Yi, and Shi Yi cared little for others, or perhaps, in his eyes, they were far inferior. This disparity in perspective made it impossible for the Shrek students to unite.
Oscar was a prime example. When Shi Yi was away, Oscar could sit quietly by himself, but with Shi Yi's return, he felt like he had found a supporter, and the atmosphere shifted accordingly. Of course, Zhao Wuji understood that this was the nature of supportive spirit masters.
With Zhao Wuji around, the group enjoyed a relatively peaceful dinner.
The next day, they set out again, and after a day's journey, they successfully returned to Shrek Academy outside Soto City.
"Finally back! It feels so good to be home!" Oscar exclaimed, somewhat exaggeratedly.
Zhao Wuji glared at Oscar. "Keep your voice down! Can't you see it's getting dark? Okay, go back to your dorms and rest. I'll see the dean and report on our trip."
Everyone was tired after a day's journey and headed for their dormitories.
Elsewhere, in the dean's office,
Flanders listened in amazement to Zhao Wuji's description of the Planet Dou Great Forest. Then, he caught his brooding gaze.
"It's all your fault! You let that kid get into Shrek through the backdoor! He's a real thorn in the bud!" Zhao Wuji grumbled.
Flanders adjusted his glasses and said calmly, "A first-level innate soul power person broke through to Soul Master at fourteen. Now you still think I helped him through the backdoor?"
Zhao Wuji froze in disbelief. "That kid's first-level innate? Are you kidding? If you want him through the backdoor, just say so. You can make up a better excuse than this."
Flanders remained silent, simply looking at Zhao Wuji with a calm gaze.
Seeing Flender's expression, completely unchanged, and recalling the sudden surge in soul power after the little ant devoured the soul beast, Zhao Wuji's expression grew uncertain.
"Is that kid really at the first level of the Xiantian realm?" Zhao Wuji asked, still a little incredulous.
"Back then, I was just like you, I didn't believe it," Flender said flatly.
"Even if that kid didn't get in through the backdoor, he'd still be a huge problem. He wouldn't fit in with those little guys. He's a freak, with a wealth of theoretical knowledge, truly inheriting the reputation of your old friend. His vision is far higher than these little guys, and only old folks like us can hold him in higher regard." Zhao Wuji said to Flender.
"Teacher Zhao, you're too kind." A voice, somewhat stiff and eerie, echoed from outside the door.
Zhao Wuji was startled. He had heard footsteps approaching earlier, but he hadn't paid much attention to it, assuming it was a teacher from the academy. The sound of the voice now made him realize something was wrong; no such voice existed within the academy.
"Haha, the guy who'll help you treat this kid is here. Xiaogang, come on in." The door opened, and a middle-aged man walked in. It was Yu Xiaogang.
"Come here, Wuji, you haven't seen me before, have you? Let me introduce you. This is my old buddy, and the teacher of that kid and Tang San. You can just call him Master. Almost everyone in the spirit master world calls him that," Flender said with a smile towards Zhao Wuji.
Zhao Wuji's heart stirred, and he looked at Yu Xiaogang in surprise. "So you are Master. Hello, I am Zhao Wuji."
Yu Xiaogang's tone was always so flat, and his stiff face forced a smile. "You're welcome, Acala. It's my humble disciple who has caused you trouble."
Zhao Wuji chuckled and said, "Master, your disciples are all excellent. Although that kid is troublesome, he is indeed a talent. In fact, I think he should be a teacher rather than a student."
Yu Xiaogang nodded slightly, thinking Zhao Wuji's words were just a polite remark. At this time, Flanders nodded seriously and said, "I think Wuji's suggestion is a good one. Since that kid can't play with those little guys, it would be interesting to follow us old guys."
Flanders said this, actually giving a thoughtful look, as if he was not joking.
Yu Xiaogang was also slightly startled by this. However, to be fair, when he accepted Tang San as his disciple, his senior brother Shi Yi did help him perform many of his duties as a teacher.
"Isn't this a bit hasty?" Yu Xiaogang hesitated, addressing the two.
Flanders looked at Yu Xiaogang and chuckled softly, "Xiaogang, your disciple, honestly, you should be well aware of his abilities. Wuji is right. He's truly unsuitable to be a student, as he already has a clear vision of his own path. Besides, we can't just assign him the role of teacher; it's up to him whether he can convince the others."
"Well, actually, Xiaoyi is quite easy to get along with. But as Teacher Zhao said, the more you know, the higher your horizons. Even Xiaosan is nothing more than a conceited child in his eyes." Yu Xiaogang sighed softly, as if reflecting on something.
Over the years, Yu Xiaogang could see that the relationship between his two disciples had begun to falter. From his perspective as a teacher, Yu Xiaogang believed the problem stemmed from Shi Yi's lack of strength. Even his advice, as a teacher, wasn't always accepted by Tang San. The reason for this was simply their lack of strength.
Even though the theory is extraordinary, there is no actual facts to support it. This is why he, as a master, still needs to accept Tang San, a disciple with extraordinary talent. Sometimes the existence of facts is far more convincing than the theories written in books.
"Even you, a teacher, have a headache?" Flanders chuckled and joked.
Yu Xiaogang shook his head slightly and said, "Xiao Yi is still very obedient, but his relationship with Xiao San cannot be improved as a teacher by me."
"You, well, just think too much. You are both a member of your own family. Let the children solve their own problems. If the situation cannot be improved, then don't improve it. How much worse can it get? Your disciple is very smart. Even if they don't get along, can he offend the Haotian Sect?" Flanders walked to Yu Xiaogang, patted his shoulder and said with a smile.
Yu Xiaogang showed a helpless look on his face and said, "I hope so."
Flanders laughed, put his arm around Yu Xiaogang's shoulders and said, "We brothers can finally be together again. It's a pity that she is not here."
Hearing Flanders mention that girl, Yu Xiaogang's face changed slightly, frowned, and said, "Flanders, don't mention her, I don't want to quarrel with you."
Flanders shrugged helplessly and said, "Okay. I don't want to quarrel either. Over the years, I have put a lot of effort into Shrek Academy. Now I have finally decided to end the academy. I hope this last batch of students can give me a perfect ending."
Yu Xiaogang saw some fatigue in Flanders' eyes, and the expression on his stiff face softened a little, and he nodded.
Flanders said to Zhao Wuji, "Wuji, please inform that kid of your decision, and have him prepare for the challenge."
Zhao Wuji grinned, a glint of anticipation flickering in his eyes. He nodded slightly, saying, "I'll go talk to him right away. I doubt he'll agree to such a daunting task."
"How can he refuse? He's used so many of my treasures. Just tell him that this is what his teacher and I want, and he'll have to agree to it," Flanders said to Zhao Wuji.
Zhao Wuji chuckled, as if eager to see Shi Yi's reaction, then stood up and left Flanders' office.
Soon, in Shi Yi's room.
"What? Let me be your teacher?" Shi Yi looked at Zhao Wuji in disbelief.
Zhao Wuji smiled and nodded. "Why? Don't you want to?"
Shi Yi nodded quickly. How could he possibly agree to such a thankless task?
Everyone is an individual, with their own life trajectory and destiny. The essence of education is to change others, a profoundly complex undertaking. If it weren't for Yu Xiaogang, he wouldn't even bother with Tang San, let alone anyone else.
But being a teacher is a truly noble undertaking. The right teacher can change a person's destiny, just like Shi Yi's relationship with Yu Xiaogang. Yu Xiaogang might not have been the right teacher for Tang San, but from Shi Yi's perspective, Yu Xiaogang was undoubtedly a teacher who had transformed his own destiny. He not only provided Shi Yi with abundant material resources, but also vast knowledge and valuable connections.
"This is a joint decision between the dean and your teacher. Prepare well, young man. You won't have an easy day tomorrow," Zhao Wuji said with a chuckle.
Shi Yi's face etched with resignation, and he could only nod silently. Zhao Wuji had brought up both of these issues, so what else could he say?
Seeing this, Zhao Wuji smiled and said, "There are still people who can cure you, kid."
Shi Yi couldn't help but roll his eyes, only to hear Zhao Wuji continue, "When are you going to give me the treasure you mentioned?"
"It should be soon," Shi Yi chuckled. Yu Xiaogang had already arrived, and after getting the Blue Lightning medicinal bath formula, he was leaving for Sunset Forest.
"Then Old Zhao will be waiting for your good news." Zhao Wuji was also curious about what kind of treasure Shi Yi could bring.
"Don't worry, I promise you won't be disappointed," Shi Yi smiled at Zhao Wuji.
Zhao Wuji nodded and said, "You got the message, kid. Practice hard. I'm leaving now."
"Goodbye," Shi Yi said politely.
After Zhao Wuji left, Shi Yi sighed slightly and said, "What a hassle. Time is tight, and I have to teach these problem children. Well, I'm grateful for what I've received, so I'll just repay the dean for it."
Thinking of this, Shi Yi slowly sat down on his bed and began his daily meditation.
The next morning,
Shi Yi awoke from his meditation, washed briefly, and slowly left the house.
Following his familiar route, he began running around the village. After absorbing the spirit ring the previous day, he felt a significant breakthrough in his strength, but his control over it had also weakened somewhat. While these daily training sessions weren't intense enough to bring about a radical breakthrough, they did serve to hone a spirit master's control over his body.
Mastering any simple task to perfection is an art form, as one's control over this simple task grows, even reaching a state of unfettered control.
The greater the spirit master's control over their body, the more seamless their movements will be in combat. The stronger their control over breathing, heartbeat, muscles, and meridians, the better their performance during exercise. Only through extreme training, seeking breakthroughs, can one identify weaknesses, allowing for more targeted training.
This is also the method modern athletes use to achieve breakthroughs in various sports: quantifying their physical data, identifying their weaknesses, and then working on individual improvements.
However, in this world, there are no modern instruments to measure various physical indicators, so they can only rely on one thing: the spirit power of the soul master. As the soul master's cultivation level increases, the soul master's perception of himself will become stronger and stronger. This is of course all due to the power of the spirit power.
"Xiao Yi..." A familiar voice entered Shi Yi's ears.
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