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Chapter 73: Zhou Yi Determined to Succeed
"I am Zhou Yi, the head teacher of Class One… though that doesn't necessarily mean I'll be your class teacher."
Standing on the podium, an elderly woman with skin like parchment and hair as white as frost finished her self-introduction, then cast her hoarse voice across the gathered students.
"Because what I intend to cultivate are true monsters, not fools, over the course of this year, there will be students constantly rolling out of my class. I hope you're ready for that."
At these words, the prodigies in the room couldn't hide their indignation. But there was one exception—Tang San.
A faint smile curved Tang San's lips. Instead of displeasure, he felt a strange sense of familiarity and warmth.
As Zhou Yi had said, Shrek Academy was a place that cultivated monsters.
And a teacher capable of cultivating monsters could never be an ordinary person.
That arrogance!
That unique teaching style!
For a moment, Tang San's mind drifted back to memories of his previous life.
He was back… everything was back!
Exactly this feeling!
The more capable a teacher, the more distinctive their personality—a truth Tang San had already experienced in his previous life.
Just like his past-life teacher, Yu Xiaogang. {T/N: A coward}
A master renowned across the continent, creator of the "Ten Core Competencies of Martial Spirits," and the philosopher who had famously declared, "There are no useless Martial Spirits, only useless Spirit Masters." Yet he had willingly secluded himself at the then-obscure Nuoding Academy. {T/N: I might truly vomit after hearing this once more}
Even when subjected to the disdain of other teachers, the master never defended himself. He devoted his entire life to Martial Spirit research, ultimately producing a legendary Sea God Spirit Master who immortalized his name.
It was precisely because of teachers like him that Shrek Academy had endured for millennia, remaining a sacred place of faith among Spirit Masters across the continent.
Tang San's attention shifted. Why hadn't Wang Dong'er disguised herself as a boy this time, as she had in his previous life?
And where was Huo Yuhao? Weren't they supposed to be in the same class?
Scanning the classroom, Tang San frowned, seeing no trace of a student resembling Huo Yuhao.
Had things changed because of his reincarnation?
In the divine realm, Tang San had been the God King. Huo Yuhao would have been an essential ally if he had hoped to challenge that world.
Considering Huo Yuhao's loyalty and sense of honor, Tang San had originally intended to cultivate him during this new life.
And now, after finally arriving at Shrek Academy, Huo Yuhao was nowhere to be seen?
How could he even mount a rebellion under such circumstances?
…Or perhaps the slot meant for him in Class One had been taken by Tang San, and Huo Yuhao had been assigned to another class. He would have to investigate over the next few days.
At that moment, after finishing her explanation of her unique teaching philosophy, Zhou Yi spoke again.
"Those who have fought since registration, stand up."
Tang San's body shivered.
The next moment, all eyes—including Wang Dong'er's—turned to him.
After a night of rumors spreading like wildfire, everyone outside the academy knew that a disciple of the Clear Sky Sect had arrived this year.
The previous night's battle had been awe-inspiring, and through countless retellings, it had taken on almost mythical proportions.
The "Naked Battle God", wielding the Clear Sky Hammer with unparalleled skill.
Even using his Disorder Splitting Wind Hammer technique, he had knocked down a Spirit Elder whose Martial Spirit was an Evil Eyed White Tiger.
Rumor even had it that, halfway through the fight, Tang San had grown bored and had considered taking out the onlookers outside the gates…
In any case, just one night had been enough for Shrek Academy's newest student to gain a formidable reputation.
Tang San, however, clenched his teeth as the strange gazes fell on him. His resolve to deal with Dai Huabin only grew stronger.
"Really? None of you has fought?"
Zhou Yi raised an eyebrow and glanced meaningfully at Tang San.
"Or… perhaps someone did but didn't dare to admit it?"
Tang San's face darkened, and he finally stood up.
"Not bad… some spirit."
Zhou Yi nodded slightly, then swept her gaze across the classroom. Her tone was cold and scornful.
"And the rest? Haven't fought at all? Haven't you heard our academy's motto: 'Those who are cowardly are often mediocre.'? Truly a group of wastes! No fighting, no competition—how do you expect to improve?!"
Having scolded everyone but Tang San, Zhou Yi continued, her voice icy.
"Now, immediately, all of you—except him—run one hundred laps around Shrek Square! Fail to complete them, and… you're expelled."
The students who had been smirking suddenly went pale. Before anyone could protest, six spirit rings—each glowing with the aura of a Spirit Emperor—appeared beneath Zhou Yi, her terrifying presence pressing down like a mountain.
"My patience is limited. If you're not running within a minute, you're expelled. If you don't finish a hundred laps within the hour, the same consequence!"
No one dared speak further. Within moments, the classroom was reduced to just Zhou Yi and Tang San.
"You are Tang San? Come over here."
Tang San walked forward calmly, responding, "Teacher Zhou, is there something you need?"
Apparently, Tang San's composure under her pressure impressed Zhou Yi. She gave him an approving look.
"I hear you have Twin Martial Spirits? Clear Sky Hammer and Blue Silver Grass?"
"Yes, Teacher Zhou."
Tang San nodded. Since the Clear Sky Hammer had been revealed last night, his strategy had to change. Rather than hiding, he would draw the attention of the academy's leadership and gain more resources.
"An Eleven-year-old Spirit Elder… impressive. No wonder you share the name of the Ancestor Tang San —truly not a disgrace to it."
Not only talented, but also likely to cause trouble. Such a student even made Zhou Yi's tone brighten slightly.
She had heard about Zhang Lexuan becoming the outer academy's class teacher. At Shrek, both students and teachers competed.
Even the inner academy's strongest prodigy, Zhang Lexuan, had come to teach students. Every class teacher among the new students wanted to prove themselves.
Knowing this, Zhou Yi and the other class teachers secretly prepared to cultivate their own class prodigies, aiming to defeat Class Five's seed team in the Freshman assessment three months later.
Though Zhou Yi was often punished for expelling students, she never held back in competitions. Her determination was absolute.
No one intimidated her, even inner academy geniuses.
Yet, even with Tang San's talent, she would not hesitate to discipline him.
"Tang San, at Shrek Academy, talent is abundant. Do not be arrogant. Do not think that having talent will grant you special treatment. On the contrary, because you are stronger, I will train you even more strictly."
"If you do not follow my instructions, no matter your talent, I will expel you without hesitation. Understood?"
"Yes, Teacher Zhou."
Tang San smiled faintly. "My goal is to become the continent's strongest, like my ancestor Tang San. I will not be prideful over small achievements."
"Oh?"
Zhou Yi raised an eyebrow. "It's good that you think that way. Since that's the case… add fifty more laps to your run. Same time limit—one hour. You've already wasted several minutes, so you'd better hurry."
"…What?"
Tang San froze, staring at Zhou Yi's twisted smile before finally sprinting outside.
(End of Chapter 73)