CHAPTER 48: CHAPTER 42: WHEN THE YOUTH ARE STRONG, THE NATION IS STRONG

Liu Dachen leaned on the table in a daze, his mind more chaotic than a dog’s fur.

Ding Beitu became a linguistics expert in the wet realm, unexpectedly, he would involve many people.

And myself, I’m just a fool, no argument.

"Young man, actually I completely understand you.

"In this era, who would still hide their ambition to become strong? Martial artists must compete, as long as it’s within legal bounds, any means are fine."

Ding Beitu packed his things.

"You’ve already decided to leave, do you still want to receive those rewards?"

Liu Dachen frowned.

Since it’s the first assessment, the reward amount was huge, the Governor squeezed the funds from the government budget.

"Isn’t that nonsense! If it were given to you, wouldn’t you want it?

"Although I was dismissed, Su Yue really is my student, that’s not wrong."

Ding Beitu maintained his smile.

"By the way, young man, when I go to Qingwu, I might also assume some positions in the Ministry of Education or other government departments. After all, since we know each other, I will take special care of you."

Ding Beitu added.

"Care?"

Liu Dachen was thoroughly moved.

No wonder Ding Beitu is loved by the students, he’s really a big-hearted person.

Even after what I did to him, he still wants to look out for me.

How lucky.

Liu Dachen could confirm, Ding Beitu would definitely join important departments for some positions, wet realm linguistics is really particularly important.

To take care of a small teacher is just a matter of words.

His future social circle will also be especially formidable.

"Yes, certainly take care.

"Suppress young people, secretly sabotage them, give special treatment to certain comrades, create obstacles, prevent progress... this is what a leader should do."

As Ding Beitu finished speaking, the air suddenly turned quiet.

"You’ve already survived a great ordeal, and even gained countless benefits, and have a bright future ahead, why still make things difficult for me?

"Moreover, you also just said you understand me."

Liu Dachen’s face darkened, like someone mourning a parent.

These dirty tricks, Ding Beitu could definitely manage them, and quite easily, he believed.

"One thing is another.

"Understanding you is one thing, but you making me lose face in front of the students, that grudge should be repaid.

"Moreover, I survived a great ordeal because my students worked hard, plus my own determination to study, what does that have to do with you?

"Understanding and forgiveness are two different things.

"I understand you, but I haven’t forgiven you. We can’t just spare the pig out of pity during New Year’s slaughter, that’s a matter of principle."

Ding Beitu already left the library door.

Liu Dachen’s arm went numb.

This time, he encountered a fierce opponent.

But thinking about it, it makes sense, qualifying as a wet realm linguistics professor, you can imagine how ruthless this guy is inside.

He’s harsh even to himself.

"I’ll find a chance to apologize later, damn the principal for dragging me into this mess.

"Perhaps buying a few canes and humbly asking for forgiveness might work.

"I don’t know what this old man’s taste is, but I do have a USB drive."

Liu Dachen’s mind was in chaos.

Damn the principal.

...

On the playground, the photo of the joint exam top scorer was frozen on the display screen.

It was not just the second middle school; even the students from the high school were emulating Su Yue’s style. It must be said, this one-armed hero’s state was indeed quite cool.

The principal had not announced the end of the meeting; he was waiting.

First, waiting for Ding Beitu to return.

Second, waiting for people from the Education Bureau to come with commendations.

Third, possibly even the Admiral might come.

The principal was adjusting his white shirt, full of ambition, as for Ding Beitu, it was no big deal, he could just apologize, he knew the latter’s forgiving nature.

Of course, in the future, Ding Beitu’s status would be different.

The title of honorary teacher could attract many excellent students to the second middle school.

...

"Su Yue, can you tell me the method by which you managed to break through your Qi Blood so quickly?"

Gong Ling hesitated for a moment, then suddenly asked mysteriously.

"Of course.

"Hard work, effort, enduring pain, sleepless training, combined with some Qi Blood Pill, that’s it."

Su Yue replied earnestly.

"Don’t be so formal, I also know about the Qi Blood Pill and hard work, tell me the secret, do you have some golden finger?

"Do you have an old grandpa in your brain, or a mirror that connects to another world?

"Feel free to tell me, I won’t tell anyone else."

Gong Ling spoke even more mysteriously.

"You don’t say, but there is a golden finger.

"My golden finger is hard work, effort, enduring pain, and sleepless training."

Su Yue answered.

"Hmph, forget it if you don’t want to tell me."

Gong Ling pouted.

"See, I told you, but you don’t believe me."

Su Yue sighed.

It really is the truth.

...

"Oh, Teacher Ding, are you sick? Why were you late today?"

In the distance, Ding Beitu walked over; the principal ran over, personally greeting him.

"Xiaoliu, why don’t you go to the faculty area to join the meeting first."

Seeing Liu Dachen behind him, the principal made a simple arrangement, out of sight, out of mind.

Liu Dachen, eyes red, wishing he could kick this old fox to death.

Ding Beitu kept smiling.

Under the enthusiastic welcome of the principal, Ding Beitu took the vice principal’s spot. Immediately, thunderous applause erupted, overwhelming.

Even the homeroom teacher of Class 1, Jiao Xiaoke, sincerely felt happy for Ding Beitu.

18-karat, truly impressive.

Zhou Yuncan was wholly convinced by Su Yue; if the other was 16-karat, he might not accept it.

But 18-karat, he had far surpassed himself.

It wasn’t long before government convoy drove into the gates of the second middle school.

Immediately following were the vehicles of the Education Bureau leaders.

This kind of formation was something the entire second middle school had never seen. Students stood upright, embodying virility, and teachers bore resolute expressions.

They were welcoming a leadership review.

The principal’s face was full of greasy satisfaction.

He jogged all the way, leading Li Xingpei to the center of the leadership platform, arranging all other leaders onto the platform.

As for the people from the academic affairs office, they scurried down to the field themselves, grinning foolishly.

...

"First, congratulations to classmate Su Yue for achieving excellent results, the Admiral’s Mansion won’t say much, directly rewarding 300,000 yuan in scholarship money.

"Secondly, not everyone knows, classmate Su Yue, is also one of Cengyan City’s top ten outstanding youths. Today we happen to award the badge, twofold happiness.

"Let’s invite classmate Su Yue onto the stage to receive the award."

Amid thunderous applause, Su Yue walked with pride, with the unique strut of a young man, arriving before Li Xingpei.

Under such a situation of being the center of attention, he wanted to hold the national flag and take a lap, utterly proud.

Should he cry a tear or two with fervent emotion?

Cry according to the program?

Forget it, the acting isn’t good enough, can’t shed tears.

"Classmate Su Yue, say a few words to your juniors."

Li Xingpei said.

The principal smiled like a blossoming flower.

Prideful!

This was the entire second middle school’s pride.

"When the youth is strong, the nation is strong.

"I’m just an ordinary one among many students, as long as everyone strives hard, you can achieve the results you want.

"For the sake of our country, everyone do your best."

Su Yue spoke with rising and falling tones, but unfortunately, after not saying much, his mind suddenly went blank.

He regretted it somewhat; it’s all because he usually doesn’t like reading inspirational content. Now, in such a formal occasion, he was at a loss for words.

"Classmate Su Yue spoke well.

"When the youth is strong, the nation is strong. Profound and concise, just like his 18-karat Qi Blood results, it represents the youthful unyielding vigor, straightforward and unstoppable.

"Excellent!"

Su Yue was still awkwardly standing by the microphone when the principal took the floor, directly interpreting it as such.

Another round of overwhelming applause ensued, with the students excitedly burning with passion.

Su Yue himself was confused.

Did my six words have such deep meaning?

This explanation almost got me excited too.

...

Below the stage, classmates looked on enviously.

No wonder Su Yue is so outstanding, turns out he’s not only strong in Qi Blood value but also one of Cengyan City’s outstanding youths.

You have to know, being an outstanding youth isn’t an easy badge to grant, it requires the Governor’s approval, and must actually have made contributions.

Gong Ling was teary-eyed with excitement, Teacher Ding really has hope.