Hearing the criticism from Ye Mingshang, Iceberg Teacher roared like a madman.
"I have no qualifications? What do you think you are? You're just a lowly student, while I am a noble teacher. What right do you have to speak to me like that!"
Madness, it was definitely madness. This was what everyone present thought.
"Teaching is indeed a sacred profession, but you have no right to touch that sanctity. I don't know what has driven you to such insanity, but every word and action of yours only distances you further from this sacred role. Externally pure, yet internally decayed. Heaven has gifted you with beauty, yet you carry the dirtiest and most rotten soul. You are not even qualified to be called a teacher; you aren't even worthy of being called a human." Each word was like a dagger piercing Iceberg Teacher's heart. And each word was also like the drumbeat of war, resonating in the hearts of every onlooker.
"I don't understand how someone like you can still remain at this school as a teacher. I've heard you're quite sinister? Those who offend you mysteriously die? I want to see what kind of ability you have to kill me!" Ye Mingshang sneered at her.
Upon hearing Ye Mingshang's words, the students began to murmur among themselves. Outside the classroom, a crowd had gathered, whispering to one another. It was impossible not to notice Iceberg Teacher's loud voice. The soundproofing of the classroom wasn't that good; initially, other teachers kept quiet out of fear of Iceberg Teacher, but when they realized someone was standing up to her and more people were gathering, they decided not to hold back and joined the students in listening curiously from the corner.
To be honest, as teachers, they all felt proud, especially as educators at a prestigious institution. They were all quite disgusted by Iceberg Teacher's various behaviors, but that woman was incredibly sinister and terrifying; those who criticized or offended her mysteriously died. Although the police intervened later, they released her due to lack of evidence. It was precisely because of this sinister power that they dared not voice their anger; even the principal didn't dare offend her—after all, who isn't afraid of death? Especially in such a bizarre manner.
However, because of their avoidance and indulgence towards her, this woman became more and more outrageous and arrogant. At first, she taught well and educated her students properly, but gradually she changed completely as if she had become a different person. Her expression grew colder and her temper more explosive. Several times when someone tried to persuade her or fulfill their duties afterward faced retaliation, yet just like before, there was no evidence.
The oppression from Iceberg Teacher had long become unbearable for these teachers and students. Although some had connections or were high-ranking officials and local bosses who had tried to take action against this woman, she always managed to escape unscathed while those who targeted her faced misfortune for quite some time. Although they didn't die, they ended up hospitalized for a while.
It was for this reason that no one dared to touch her. But then she encountered Ye Mingshang, who didn't care about how sinister she was or what methods she used. Although he didn't know what means she employed, nothing could possibly be stronger than Ye Mingshang's resolve. Unless she called upon the Four Great Holy Kings—but would that even be possible?
Ye Mingshang's words struck a chord with everyone; each looked at him with feelings akin to seeing a long-lost relative. While feeling that Ye Mingshang had grown taller in their eyes, they secretly prayed that he truly had the ability to deal with this madwoman. They also worried that Ye Mingshang might fall into her hands.
"I don't care if you practice Evil Arts or whatever else. To me, those are meaningless. Perhaps others can't find evidence of your wrongdoing or deal with your Evil Arts, but unfortunately for you, you've met me. Your nightmare will surely end here." Ye Mingshang's resolute words echoed through the classroom and outside it, immediately followed by thunderous applause.
For all this, Ye Mingshang felt silently speechless. How much hatred must one person inspire to become the enemy of the people?
"Bastard! Do you all want to die?! A bunch of lowly grasshoppers! You will all die! You will all die!" Humiliated and furious, Iceberg Teacher jumped up and down, trembling as she pointed at them.
"Death? What do you think you are? Do you think you can decide who lives and who dies?!" someone sneered.
"How dare you speak to me like that? I am a teacher, the one who imparts knowledge to you!" Iceberg Teacher glared angrily at the student who spoke up.
"You are no longer qualified to be a teacher; you have been dismissed." A voice came from outside the door, and Iceberg Teacher immediately turned around, shouting.
"Who are you? What right do you have to dismiss me?!"
"Because I am the principal of this school!" Li Jianguo walked in with a serious expression, parting the crowd at the entrance.
"Zhou Xiaoli, from today onwards, you are no longer a teacher at this school, and no other school will hire someone like you."
Li Jianguo remained stern, staring unflinchingly at the crazed Iceberg Teacher. Although he feared the various rumors, with Mystic Master Ye Mingshang standing up, what was there to be afraid of?
"Li Jianguo! How dare you speak to me like this? Aren't you afraid of death?" Zhou Xiaoli coldly glared at Li Jianguo. If looks could kill, he would have been torn apart by now.
"I would like to ask you the same question: Aren't you afraid of death?" As a male voice spoke, Director Lu's figure appeared before them.
Entering the classroom with several police officers behind him, Director Lu exuded authority.
"Zhou Xiaoli, please come with us as you are suspected of multiple murder cases and intentional injury." Director Lu arrived just in time; he had been worried that Zhou Xiaoli would cause a scene and refuse to leave.
"Arrest me? On what grounds? What evidence do you have to prove that I committed murder?!"
"We indeed do not have that evidence. However, based on your threats and insults towards students, I have enough grounds to detain you. Take her away!" Director Lu waved his hand decisively, signaling for her to be handcuffed and taken away.
With Zhou Xiaoli taken away, the matter came to a close. Li Jianguo exchanged a few words with Ye Mingshang before leaving. The other classes resumed their lessons, and many people gave Ye Mingshang a thumbs up.
“Buddy, you’re amazing! You actually dared to challenge that crazy woman!”
“Classmate, what does your family do? It sounds impressive.”
“Ye, you looked really cool just now.”
“Hey, don’t be infatuated, okay?”
“Mind your own business.”
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“However, that woman is really something else. Ye, are you sure about this?” The boy wearing glasses spoke up, and as soon as he said that, everyone fell silent.
“Yeah, my dad even had someone teach her a lesson before. In the end, those people all ended up losing to her. The next day, she came to class like nothing happened and gave me a serious scolding. I didn’t even dare to say a word,” a short boy chimed in.
“And several people who offended her ended up getting hurt for no reason. They checked the surveillance but couldn’t find anything, and the only conclusion was—coincidence!”
“Who believes that? There can’t be that many coincidences!”
“Exactly! But she just happens to have an alibi and there’s no evidence proving it was intentional.”
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“Ye, you really need to be careful.”
“Yeah, are you really sure about this? If not, maybe it’s better to hide for a while.”
Ye Mingshang felt a warmth in her heart at the concern from her fellow classmates as she looked at the group of young kids, finding them even more adorable.
"It's okay, it doesn't matter if she's using Evil Arts or whatever. The thing I fear the least is crooked paths," Ye Mingshang said with a smile.
"Wow! Ye, are you so confident because you don't believe in Evil Arts?"
"Of course not, I definitely believe in Evil Arts. That Zhou Xiaoli has been using Evil Arts since she was eight or nine."
"Then why aren't you worried at all?" a short girl asked.
"Because I'm better than her," Ye Mingshang smiled at her.
That smile instantly made the girl blush, lowering her head and twirling her fingers.
"Haha, Ye, your smile is too charming; the girls can't handle it," a strong classmate joked.
"Ye should smile more; it looks really good on you," a girl giggled, covering her mouth.
...
Ye Mingshang smiled as she looked at everyone, feeling the warm atmosphere, reminiscent of playing together like family back in the orphanage. For a moment, she was lost in thought.
"Hey? Ye, why are you staring at the rat? You don't like guys, do you? Haha!" someone teased.
"Don't joke around; Brother Hao has principles. No matter how good the soap is, I won't pick it up," a lean short guy quickly waved his hand.
Ye Mingshang came back to her senses upon hearing this and couldn't help but shake her head with a wry smile.
"I just feel that the atmosphere is very warm right now, just like when I was with my friends in the orphanage when I was a child," Ye Mingshang said with a smile.
However, everyone suddenly fell silent, feeling a wave of heartache. Although they saw Ye Mingshang smiling and seemingly indifferent, they still felt a pang of sympathy and sorrow, especially those who had often spoken ill of him in the past, realizing how wrong they had been.
"Everyone, don't be like this. We're all friends of Ye now."
"Yes, that's right. From now on, we are all your friends."
"I apologize. I used to talk badly about you. I'm sorry."
"I also apologize. I thought all the girls liked you, and out of jealousy, I often said bad things about you."
"From now on, you're my buddy. If anyone dares to bully you, just let me know, and I'll take care of them," said a strong young man.
"Hahaha!" Everyone laughed happily.
...
Ye Mingshang smiled at everyone, his eyes slightly moist.
"Thank you all! Thank you for speaking up for me, and thank you for being willing to be my friends. Thank you!"
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