Chapter 1959: Chapter 1956: Stunned
"It’s only a matter of time before my master surpasses Tang Xuan Su, because my master is eternal, while Tang Xuan Su, however powerful, is just a mortal with a limited lifespan," said the Sword Spirit matter-of-factly.
"Eternal is merely theoretical; in reality, zombies can also die. The Zhang Family has the ability to kill zombies. Besides, with the resurrection of the four Zombie Ancestors, which zombie can maintain their safe haven in the future?" Lin Tian said while considering the life and death of zombies, yet his heart remained unperturbed.
After speaking, he ignored the Sword Spirit, focusing his energy on continuing to refine the Crescent Blade. The blade danced around him like a fish, moving more expertly with each passing moment.
The next day was meant to be a holiday, but since he had already returned, Lin Tian decided to end his break early. Miss had left early in the morning, and he and Xiao Manxuan went to class as usual. The first class was Advanced Math, and when he and Xiao Manxuan entered the classroom, it was silent for a good ten seconds.
Then came the cheers from classmates, among which the voice of Ning Wenbin was the loudest. Despite being a senior himself, he shamelessly mingled with juniors to earn credits, making him a rare breed for sure.
"Lin Tian, you haven’t attended class for several days, and our dorm sisters have been too distracted to study," joked the girls.
"Your dorm seems to be collectively lovesick, daring to announce it aloud," teased a nearby female companion.
"Oh please, as if you weren’t the most excited earlier. Look, your face is still flushed," retorted another girl, not willing to lose this teasing match.
Lin Tian smiled softly, "It seems like my classmates missed me quite a bit."
Beside him, Xiao Manxuan rolled her eyes and said, "I think it’s more like the girls are missing you."
"That’s not the case, see, that male student seems to miss me too," Lin Tian pointed laughingly at Ning Wenbin, who was waving vigorously, and walked over.
Nearby were a few familiar faces: Qiao Xiaoyi, He Xiaofei, and Mu Binglan, all of whom smiled brightly upon seeing him.
"Brother Lin, you and Teacher Xu disappeared at the same time, making me suspect you had planned it. Come on, where did you go?" Ning Wenbin posed a threatening question.
"Uh, just went to a friend’s house to handle some personal matters. Got back just in time for finals," Lin Tian responded casually, not lying, just being vague.
"Lin Tian, you wouldn’t know, our class leader Xiaofei asked about you every day, wondering when you’d return. You’re finally back today, or else our ears would be deaf from hearing it," Mu Binglan said with a laugh. Despite her cool demeanor, once you get to know her, she’s actually quite amiable.
He Xiaofei blushed, glared at Mu Binglan, and defended herself quickly, "As the class leader, I have an obligation to care for every classmate. It’s only right to inquire about Lin Tian’s absence."
The two girls bantered teasingly, while Qiao Xiaoyi, not speaking, smiled shyly at Lin Tian. Seeing him, Lin Tian couldn’t help but muse inwardly; who would’ve thought that such a gentle young man was the reincarnation of Ksitigarbha?
"Has anything major happened at the school during my absence? Has the Karate Club dared to challenge us?" Lin Tian asked casually after sitting down beside Xiao Manxuan.
"They wouldn’t dare now. Under Sister Lan’s guidance, the Martial Arts Club has some fighting prowess," Xiao Manxuan said proudly.
The little girl has always admired women with martial arts skills, such as her own sister, and now Mu Binglan too. Though Mu Binglan is not trained in Ancient Martial, traditional Martial Arts still gives her an edge over ordinary folks.
"What about their president, Ju Yuuzen?" Lin Tian recalled the Japanese youth, who embodied the cunning strategies of Japan’s Martial Arts warfare. He’d stop at nothing if it meant winning.
Unfortunately for Ju Yuuzen, he met Lin Tian. In the ring, Lin Tian effortlessly defeated him like a whirlwind blowing leaves, preventing Ju Yuuzen from conquering the school’s martial arts clubs.
While clubs are merely hobbies, to Huaxia students, it’s a blow, but everything stops at Lin Tian’s intervention.
"Ju Yuuzen?" Mu Binglan gave a faint expression before saying, "Ju Yuuzen hasn’t shown up for a long time, and as for members of the Karate Club, they wouldn’t dare provoke us. Since our victory at the martial arts tournament, many students have joined, and the Martial Arts Club has grown several times over."
Lin Tian nodded, smiling faintly, "That’s great; learning martial arts helps revive that long-lost spirit, preventing it from being buried or even disappearing in a complicated society."
"Brother Lin Tian, you said it so well. I’ve decided; I’m joining the Martial Arts Club too," Ning Wenbin declared boldly, patting Lin Tian on the shoulder.
To his credit, after training with Ning Luoxi, his strength increased significantly, and his martial arts foundation surpassed that of other classmates.
"You indeed should train. By the way, did we change our Physical Education teacher?" Lin Tian asked casually.
"Are you talking about Teacher Xu? No, just temporarily substituted by another teacher; I asked them, and Teacher Xu might return. Honestly, not many people I admire, but you’re definitely one, and Teacher Xu is another; he’s quite good at soccer. I suspect he was once a professional player," Ning Wenbin praised.
Lin Tian smiled inwardly, thinking, Xu Feibai, a zombie who’s lived for hundreds of years; skilled in numerous things, soccer is just one of them.
As they chatted, the Advanced Math teacher walked in. To many students, Advanced Math is a fearsome subject due to its difficulty. There’s a saying around the university that during Advanced Math class, if you get distracted even a little, you won’t be able to keep up with the rest.
Lin Tian hadn’t just been distracted; he missed many days of class, making Ning Wenbin and several others keenly watch him.
Ignoring his companions, Lin Tian swiftly solved the problem on his notebook, his method flowing like nature, leaving his friends dumbfounded.
"You can’t be pretending, can you?" Mu Binglan was skeptical.
"Lin Tian doesn’t need to pretend," Xiao Manxuan said, trusting Lin Tian completely.
Lin Tian only smiled, not bothering to argue. He’d read much more than just ancient texts in his free time; academic books were also essential, ensuring he didn’t fall behind.
Soon, the teacher demonstrated the solution on the whiteboard, and Ning Wenbin and others realized Lin Tian’s answer was spot on.
"Come on! Is there any justice? More handsome than me, better at studying too; how am I supposed to survive?" Ning Wenbin lamented exaggeratingly, both frustrated and envious.
"Ning Wenbin, you seem to have a differing viewpoint. Come on up here and explain to your juniors, be a good role model," the Advanced Math teacher regarded him, gesturing invitingly.
He was the only one retaking the exam, and a well-known figure at the school, so the teacher naturally remembered him. Ning Wenbin was instantly at a loss; he loved attention but not this kind.
