The next day, Lin Fan woke up from his cultivation and immediately pulled up the data panel to take a closer look. Not bad, not bad. The experience for "Formless Heavenly Demon" had increased by nearly 30,000, and "Stealth Technique" had reached a terrifying twelve levels. Considering the experience from "Monkey Steals the Peach," Lin Fan thought that the transformation of the "Stealth Technique" would likely occur at the twentieth level.
In just one night, he had managed to cultivate "Stealth Technique" from the third level to the twelfth. Who could compare to him?
With a joyful heart, Lin Fan freshened up. Today, he would let his students experience the greatness of his love and guidance. As he walked towards the classroom, he noticed some teachers and students discussing yesterday's events. He was pleased and edged closer to hear what they had to say about him.
"This new Ding-class teacher sure is something, making Liu Qingfeng and his group lose face like that. He's quite capable," one person commented, which made Lin Fan happy. It seemed someone appreciated his efforts. However, as he continued listening, he realized the conversation was taking a different turn.
"This new teacher doesn't know how to behave. Making Liu Qingfeng and his group apologize to students—what's that about? How are they supposed to hold their heads high in front of students now?"
"Yeah, anyone who can defeat Liu Qingfeng should be in the Yi-class, not the Ding-class. This level of strength is enough to qualify as a Yi-class teacher."
"Haha, you don't understand. It's better to be a big fish in a small pond. The Yi-class has many strong individuals; Liu Qingfeng is just average there. If he went to the Yi-class, he wouldn't be as prominent as he is in the Ding-class."
"True, but I didn't expect him to be so cunning."
"It's best not to associate with him. Liu Qingfeng has good connections in the Yi-class, and I've heard he's on good terms with the thirteenth prince of the imperial dynasty."
At that moment, Lin Fan felt these people were painting him as some sort of schemer. He couldn't allow such misunderstandings to spread.
"Everyone, I think your analysis is off," Lin Fan said, joining the conversation as a passerby.
"Oh? Is there more to the story?" someone asked curiously.
Lin Fan smiled and began to boast, "It all started yesterday. I was wandering around the academy and happened to overhear someone by the lotus pond, talking to themselves. I wondered if this person was contemplating something drastic, so I decided to listen in secretly."
"You wouldn't believe it! The first thing he said shocked me. He mentioned teaching the Ding-class students not for fame or profit, but to do his part in guiding these students, who were lost, back to the right path."
"Think about it, these Ding-class students face ridicule and exclusion in the academy. Their minds must be twisted by it. What would they do after graduating?" Lin Fan asked, looking at the group.
"Most Ding-class graduates become bandits or petty criminals," one passerby remarked, frowning.
"Exactly! Without guidance, they might truly go astray. Consider this: if someone can defeat Liu Qingfeng and his group, their cultivation must be formidable. In the Yi-class, they'd be a star teacher. But to lower themselves to the Ding-class and endure the disdain of other teachers—doesn't that show a great heart? Don't you think?" Lin Fan earnestly explained, making it sound quite convincing.
The group, swayed by Lin Fan's words, began to feel guilty for their previous gossip.
"That's a good point. This new teacher must have a broad heart."
"Shame on us for speaking ill of someone with such a noble spirit."
"Thank you for enlightening us. We had misunderstood the new teacher."
Seeing them repentant, Lin Fan smiled in satisfaction. He waved his hand dismissively, "No worries, no worries. For someone so just, broad-minded, and selfless, even though I don't know him well, I can't let the truth be twisted. If you truly care, spread the right word. It's a good deed."
"Of course, of course. We won't let such misunderstandings spread," the group quickly agreed.
"I have other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave," Lin Fan said, hiding his joy as he left.
How could such righteous deeds be twisted? It would tarnish his reputation!
...
When Lin Fan cheerfully arrived at the classroom, he found the thirteen students busy with their tasks, completely ignoring him. This made Lin Fan frown slightly. What had happened to respecting the teacher?
"Ahem...," Lin Fan coughed lightly.
The students, startled, stood up respectfully when they saw him on the podium and greeted in unison, "Good morning, teacher."
"Sit down," Lin Fan nodded. "What are you all doing? I've been here for a while, but you didn't notice?"
"Ah, teacher, when did you come in? I was just looking at the door, wondering why you hadn't arrived yet," said Liu Shushu, the only girl in the class, with an innocent look.
"Yeah, teacher, we didn't see you come in," Cao Tianjiao added, puzzled.
The other students also voiced their confusion.
Lin Fan was puzzled. He had walked in plainly from the door and stood in front of them. How could they not see him? Did they all have bad eyesight?
Then it hit him—he was still using the "Stealth Technique," which was still upgrading. That must be why the students hadn't noticed him.
Understanding the situation, Lin Fan smiled slightly, "Well, early morning is the best time to start the day. Today, I'll give you all a '灌顶' (Guan Ding)."
"Teacher, what's 'Guan Ding'?" Zhu You asked, tilting his head in confusion.
"'Guan Ding' is my unique technique. It's hard to explain, but you'll understand once you've experienced it. Alright, Zhu You, you can go first as an example," Lin Fan said, beckoning.
"Teacher, my name is Zhu Di, not Zhu You," Zhu You corrected, feeling a bit aggrieved by the mistake.
Lin Fan frowned slightly and looked at Zhu You as if to say, "How dare you correct your teacher?"
Zhu You quickly conceded, "Okay, teacher, my mistake."
"Good," Lin Fan nodded in satisfaction. The kid could be taught.
...
For this 'Guan Ding,' Lin Fan had decided to use the "Titanium Body" technique. This body-refining method was quite effective; at the third level, ordinary weapons couldn't harm the user. At the sixth level, it provided a significant qualitative improvement, making it difficult for anyone of the same cultivation level to inflict any damage.