Lin Yuan hadn't anticipated that the system would confer title buffs.
It wasn't a task; it felt more like granting oneself a boon, akin to those in farming games.
"So, does this mean I'll truly excel as a teacher from now on?" Lin Yuan pondered.
Previously, his success in teaching stemmed primarily from his expertise and personalized instruction.
But now, with the "Teacher" effect, students learning from him would experience enhanced comprehension and learn more effortlessly!
What exactly does "doubling comprehension" entail?
Lin Yuan glanced at Zhong Yu and remarked, "I can take on another student today."
Zhong Yu was taken aback. "Aren't you going to take a break?"
"Alright."
"So, is it Chen Rui's turn today?"
"Present!"
Chen Rui eagerly raised his hand, thrilled by the unexpected opportunity.
He had scheduled Lin Yuan's tutoring session a week ago, expecting his turn to come tomorrow. Little did he anticipate that the esteemed Lin Yuan would be willing to teach him today as well!
"Let's begin."
Lin Yuan instructed, "Start by replicating this painting. If you encounter any issues, I'll assist you in rectifying them."
Lin Yuan had gained some teaching experience by now.
He preferred having students attempt the task first, allowing their shortcomings to surface during the process.
Then, Lin Yuan could intervene, providing targeted guidance.
Today was no different.
Chen Rui quickly revealed his first inadequacy: his lack of control over straight lines.
Lin Yuan demonstrated, "To draw straight lines, you need to maintain wrist smoothness and use the pen's side, flat, or center to produce even and equidistant lines..."
Chen Rui: "..."
Belonging to a group of students with relatively poor sketching skills, Chen Rui found Lin Yuan's advice no different from what he'd read in textbooks. The correct sketching techniques had been emphasized countless times by his teachers, but what if he couldn't master them?
Helplessly, he followed Lin Yuan's instructions.
First attempt, second attempt, third attempt—Chen Rui didn't harbor high expectations. He merely hoped to demonstrate to Lin Yuan the extent of his sketching deficiencies.
Yet, while sketching, Chen Rui experienced a peculiar sensation: "It's like I understand now."
His wrist movements became steadier, producing consecutive straight lines with just the right amount of force.
The results exceeded Chen Rui's expectations. At that moment, he even felt like a budding sketching prodigy.
What's happening?
How do I suddenly understand?
The teachers had reiterated countless times that I couldn't do it. Why is it that when Lin Yuan explains it, I'm able to execute it? The concepts they've taught seem almost identical.
Slightly bewildered, Chen Rui focused intently and continued learning under Lin Yuan's guidance.
Half an hour into the session, Chen Rui's perception of Lin Yuan had completely transformed!
Incredible!
A true master!
After half an hour of instruction, Chen Rui felt increasingly clear-headed, comprehending concepts he'd previously struggled to grasp.
Was he becoming more astute?
Could he actually be a prodigy?
Impossible, he possessed no inherent sketching talent whatsoever.
Chen Rui gradually realized: the reason he seemed to comprehend better was because the esteemed Lin Yuan was an exceptional teacher. His systematic instruction, progressing from basic to advanced concepts, helped clarify Chen Rui's understanding and deepen his grasp of sketching principles!
At that moment, Chen Rui understood why his teacher had suggested he join the painting club and seek instruction from the esteemed Lin Yuan, even at a cost!
Incredible!
Simply incredible!
Initially, he'd found the 51-hour course exorbitant.
Despite Lin Yuan appearing younger than himself, why charge such high fees?
Now, Chen Rui was utterly convinced. He even felt like he'd gained five hundred hours' worth of knowledge. Lin Yuan not only possessed superior sketching skills but also excelled at imparting knowledge to others!
...
Unaware of Chen Rui's introspections, Lin Yuan had only one thought:
The Teacher effect is astonishing!
Initially, Chen Rui didn't seem particularly adept at sketching.
Lin Yuan had braced himself for a challenging tutoring session, as such students were often the most difficult to teach.
Yet, Lin Yuan hadn't expected Chen Rui to make such rapid progress in such a short span.
He'd anticipated the need to explain concepts repeatedly, but Chen Rui seemed to grasp most of them after just one explanation!
Surely, this was the influence of the Teacher buff.
Lin Yuan had taught numerous students in recent days.
As a result, he understood the challenges of instructing students with very poor sketching skills.
That's how it was.
After an hour and ten minutes of instruction, Lin Yuan concluded the session.
He informed Chen Rui, "That's all for today."
Reluctantly, Chen Rui rose from his seat. "Great Master, can I continue learning from you?"
Lin Yuan replied, "Make an appointment."
Zhong Yu handled the appointments.
Lin Yuan would teach students in the order dictated by the appointment list, ensuring fairness. Otherwise, certain individuals might monopolize teaching slots.
"Understood!"
Chen Rui promptly made his appointment with Zhong Yu.
The structured teaching sessions required an hour for fundamentals, with subsequent sessions tailored to Lin Yuan's availability.
"Let's call it a day."
Lin Yuan now had a better grasp of the Teacher effect.
According to the system, the more students he taught in the future, the more potent the Teacher effect would become.
Eventually, even the most obtuse student could become a prodigy under Lin Yuan's tutelage!
"It seems like I'll have to raise prices in the future."
The Teacher effect was truly remarkable.
However, Lin Yuan hesitated. Increasing prices might prevent many students from affording his classes.
After all, college students typically had monthly allowances of only two to three thousand yuan.
Lin Yuan wasn't one to exploit others; he couldn't bear to keep raising prices.
"Forget it, let's stick with the current rates for now."
Resisting the urge to hike prices, Lin Yuan continued to charge five hundred yuan per hour for his classes in the days that followed.
Yet, the Teacher effect proved invaluable.
Students who studied painting under Lin Yuan remained oblivious to his influence. Upon completing his classes, they were left with two distinct impressions:
Firstly, they now knew how to sketch.
Secondly, Great Master Lin Yuan was an exceptional teacher!
The latter sentiment often overshadowed the former, especially since many students continued their studies with professional instructors.
Numerous students with poor sketching skills experienced dramatic improvements after Lin Yuan's guidance, leaving their instructors astounded!
Some of these students had been deemed hopeless cases by their instructors, yet Lin Yuan managed to turn their weaknesses into strengths.
This only served to further bolster Lin Yuan's reputation.
After all, the tangible transformations these students underwent spoke volumes, propelling the name of the esteemed sketching virtuoso Lin Yuan to even greater heights.
Applications to join the painting club surged.
For the first time since Zheng Liang assumed the role of vice president, he contemplated imposing application restrictions.
Never had he imagined the painting club would become so popular!
There were now over three hundred members in the painting club.
All thanks to Lin Yuan!
If this trend continued, every art student seeking to enhance their sketching skills would flock to the painting club!
"Incredible!"
With more and more students benefiting from Lin's guidance, Lin Yuan found himself treated like a boss in the painting club!
Food, drink, amenities...
Everything was catered to him.
Most of the volunteers were students he'd taught, and their numbers only grew.
In terms of perks, Lin Yuan had more than his own vice president.
As the month drew to a close, Lin Yuan's "The Death of a Small Civil Servant," credited to Chu Kuang, would finally be published in the Tribal Literature section.