Despite Edger’s beaming smile, hidden behind it was a dagger.
If Fang Xingjian continued with his classes, it would have an increasing impact in the academy and he would gain both fame and wealth. How could he allow for that to happen? However, after getting someone to conduct an investigation, Fang Xingjian's ability to provide guidance was indeed strong. If he forcefully put an end to the classes on the pretext that it affected the academy's order, it would probably give rise to a lot of dissatisfaction in many Knights.
Therefore, he had planned to get Fang Xingjian’s help in guiding the elite class. He would give Fang Xingjian an empty cheque, putting up the front that Fang Xingjian was on good terms with the academy. He hoped to use the principles of righteousness to bully Fang Xingjian, and eventually let him close down the class out of his own volition.
