"Why did he show me that embarrassing stuff? Could he be…"
Both Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong had the same thought, because those things were simply too embarrassing. Ao Tian had even smiled while showing it to them, making them suspect that he had… intentions towards them.
If he really has feelings for me, I must reject him. I can't let Xiao Wu down, Zhu Zhuqing thought to herself.
Ning Rongrong's eyes flickered, glancing at Ao Tian from time to time, her thoughts unknown.
After dinner, Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ning Rongrong returned to their rooms to cultivate, while Gu Yue Na went to Ao Tian's room.
Now, she didn't have any reservations about going to Ao Tian's room, nor did she care about the rules of Shrek Academy.
Flender was also turning a blind eye.
Tang San didn't return that night either. He was still in Flender's office, where Flender had him face the wall for the entire night.
The next day, after breakfast, Flender rang the bell to gather everyone.
When Aotian and the others assembled on the training ground, Flender and Zhao Wuji were already there, waiting with Tang San.
Tang San seemed not to have slept at all the night before, with incredibly dark circles under his eyes and a haggard expression. His originally black hair was now mixed with a few strands of white.
Aside from his youthful face, his spirit and energy now resembled that of an elderly person.
The overnight change in Tang San shocked the students. They understood that yesterday's incident, where he was caught red-handed, had hit Tang San hard.
Tang San stood quietly beside Flender, looking somewhat ashamed, and didn't dare to meet his classmates' eyes.
Flender, seeing that everyone was present, began to speak, "Everyone knows what happened in Aotian's room yesterday. I spoke with Tang San in detail later, and he admitted that he was momentarily blinded by greed, leading him to sneak into Aotian's room to steal a look at his Soul Tool books."
"The academy strictly prohibits theft, and we must punish Tang San for his actions. However, considering his good attitude in admitting his mistake, his remorse and regret for his behavior, Zhao and I have discussed it and decided to give him a chance to start over."
"Of course, he infringed on Ao Tian's interests. He must sincerely apologize to Ao Tian and gain his forgiveness."
Flender called out to Tang San, "Tang San, go apologize to Ao Tian."
Tang San's expression was weary, but he also looked contrite. He walked towards Ao Tian step by step.
Ao Tian didn't sneer or press him. He just looked at Tang San calmly.
Tang San's lips moved, and he said, "Ao Tian, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have peeked at your book."
Ao Tian said, "If you want me to forgive you, Tang San, I'll ask you this: will you do such a thing again in the future?"
Tang San shook his head and said, "I thought about it all night last night and deeply realized my mistake. I won't make it again in the future."
Ao Tian said, "Alright, let's leave it at that. After all, we've been classmates for so many years. I can't very well take your life or kick you out of Shrek Academy."
"Thank you for your forgiveness." Tang San bowed deeply to Ao Tian.
Flender and Zhao Wuji both smiled. They had been worried that Ao Tian would be very angry and uncompromising about this matter, but they hadn't expected Ao Tian to forgive so readily.
The speech they had prepared to persuade Ao Tian was also useless.
Flender clapped his hands and praised, "Ao Tian's magnanimity is an excellent quality, worthy of your learning. Tang San, you must remember this lesson and never repeat it, or I will expel you from Shrek Academy and never re-admit you."
"Dean Flender, I remember," Tang San said.
"Mm." Flender nodded and said, "Ma Hongjun has also recovered. The academy will arrange an outdoor training session tonight. All of you, go back and adjust your states to prepare for the battle tonight."
"Yes, Dean!" Dai Mubai shouted.
"Tang San, you haven't rested for a night. Go back and adjust yourself well, and try to recover to your peak state before tonight."
"Yes, Dean," Tang San said.
"Alright, you're all dismissed." Flender waved his hand.
The nine students dispersed.
Flender said, "Zhao Wuji, your injuries haven't fully healed. You don't need to come tonight. I'll lead the team myself and give these little guys a good lesson."
"Good." Zhao Wuji smiled and said, "Their performance will definitely surprise you."
He thought of the scene a few days ago in front of the Star Dou Great Forest, where Ao Tian and the others had annihilated more than a dozen Soul Masters, with over a dozen Soul Grandmasters and one Soul Master being slaughtered without any ability to fight back.
Having experienced the tempering of blood, Ao Tian and the others could be considered true Soul Masters, no longer the little flowers in a greenhouse.
"Then I'll wait and see." Flender laughed.
The nine students returned to their respective rooms.
Ao Tian returned to his room, finally having time to breathe.
Yesterday morning, he and Gu Yue Na had separated after their battle for a few hours. Then, they started again at noon, continuing after dinner until just before breakfast.
Even though he was a dragon, such prolonged exertion was taking its toll. He needed some time to recover.
After all, he had lost something extremely precious.
Without Gu Yue Na, he could now focus on crafting his own large bed.
Inside Tang San's room, Tang San said apologetically to Oscar, "I'm sorry, Oscar. I've disappointed you."
Oscar smiled and said, "As long as you recognize your mistake and don't repeat it in the future, we're still good roommates."
"Yes, thank you."
Tang San lay back on his bed and began to rest with his eyes closed. He needed to conserve his energy for the evening's training.
In Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun's room, Ma Hongjun looked excited. He asked, "Boss Dai, are we going to train in Soto City tonight?"
Ma Hongjun was no stranger to nighttime training. Previously, every evening training session was held at the Great Soul Arena in Soto City. This time should be no exception.
Dai Mubai nodded and said, "Yes, the dean has already told me."
"Then the thing you promised me before..." Ma Hongjun said hurriedly.
Dai Mubai said, "Why are you still thinking about that? Ning Rongrong's cultivation is almost catching up to you, don't you feel any urgency?"
Ma Hongjun chuckled and said, "That's my only hobby. Besides, it can help me cool down. You're not pursuing Zhu Zhuqing anymore, you're not going to go back on your word, are you?"
Dai Mubai said, "Alright, after the training tonight, we'll find a way to stay in Soto City. I'll help you arrange for those twin sisters to meet you at the hotel."
"Dai Laoda, I love you to death." Ma Hongjun, wearing a black mask, extended his two fat lips from the mask's hole, wanting to give Dai Mubai a kiss.
Dai Mubai shuddered with disgust and kicked Ma Hongjun away, "Get lost!"
"Hehe, I'm just too excited." Ma Hongjun said.
Dai Mubai glanced at Ma Hongjun and said, "You should still conserve your energy. Otherwise, after you leave the Great Soul Arena, will you even have any strength left?"
"Dai Laoda, you're underestimating my combat strength. I guarantee I'll shock you at that time." Ma Hongjun laughed.
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