"This is also the first time I have heard of this Zhang Xuan laoshi. I specially asked around to find out his identity... Not only is he not a star teacher, he has also been criticized by others..."
Recalling the content he had seen previously, Emperor Shen Zhui was still in disbelief. Smiling bitterly, he shook his head and asked, "Do you know what the title of this Miss Zhang in the academy is?"
"There's a title? What is it? "
The interest of the three master teachers was piqued and they looked over.
"It's... trash!" Emperor Shen Zhui said.
"Trash?"
The three master teachers stared at one another.
"That's right. It is said that this Zhang Xuan scored a zero in the Teacher Qualification Examination and even caused a student's cultivation to go berserk. He is known as the worst teacher in the history of Hongtian Academy!" Emperor Shen Zhui said.
"Scored a zero in the Teacher Qualification Examination?"
"Caused a student's cultivation to go berserk?"
"How can such a person remain in the teaching profession? Furthermore... Since he is so bad, why would Lu Xun compete with him? "
The three master teachers felt light-headed.
Putting aside how bad this Zhang Xuan is, just look at Lu Xun. You are a star teacher, the number one person in Hongtian Academy. Of all people, why would you compete with a teacher who scored a zero in the Teacher Qualification Examination...
This is no different from competing with a cripple in running or a deaf person in hearing.
Even if you win, it wouldn't be honorable!
Furthermore, what if you lose?
"Listen to me first. This is just how he used to address you. Ten days ago, there was a change in his title!" Emperor Shen Zhui continued, "A teacher named Cao Xiong competed with him over a student, and as a result, he underwent the Enlightenment Will Trial. Initially, he thought that he would definitely succeed, but in the end, he ended up with a shocking outcome."
"Not only is this Zhang Xuan laoshi not a useless teacher, he is also an expert. His cultivation has reached Pixue realm, and his students have a Trust Level of 64 points in him..."
Even though Hongtian Academy had intentionally suppressed the news of the Enlightenment Will Trial, as the emperor of Tianxuan Kingdom, it wasn't too difficult for him to look into it. Thus, he knew the details of the matter that day, and he revealed it to Zhang Xuan.
"A newly recruited student has a Trust Level of 64 points? He has already reached the level of a master teacher? How... How is this possible? "
"To be able to reach Pixue realm before the age of twenty? What incredible talent. Even a student under the guidance of a master teacher wouldn't be able to do so! "
"Using his cultivation to go berserk to resolve the problem of Innate Sealed Meridian? Furthermore, he allowed his student to break through Fighter 1-dan to reach Fighter 2-dan within ten minutes... "
The three master teachers stared at one another. Why did they feel as though they were dreaming? Why they didn't believe it?
In order to not tarnish the reputation of the academy, the young teacher endured the humiliation and was willing to bear the title of trash. In the end, he was even slapped in the face by others. Thus, he took the opportunity to retaliate...
"If this news is true... This Zhang Xuan laoshi's character is too noble!"
Zhang Xuan.
To not refute the accusations made by others out of consideration for the reputation of the academy, this kind of magnanimity and professionalism was something that even they would find hard to achieve, let alone a young man who wasn't even twenty yet.
"Emperor is" Of the Teacher Xuan was, Teacher of, he was, Zhang and to that he was that Zhang that the Emperor.
Emperor Shen Zhui knew that no one would believe his words. With a wave of his hand, he took a letter from the eunuch and said, "This is personally written by Elder Mo of the guild. The contents are exactly the same as what I have just said. Everyone, please look!"
After which, he passed the letter over. Liu Ling and the others glanced at it and nodded their heads simultaneously.
This was a letter issued by the Teacher Guild and the seal of the guild was on it. It was impossible for it to be wrong. Otherwise, Elder Mo's occupation would be implicated.
"To think that Hongtian Academy would have such a talent hidden within!"
Liu Ling's eyes lit up.
Initially, he intended to recruit Lu Xun as his apprentice. However, after meeting the person himself, he was slightly disappointed. However, upon hearing of the legendary deeds of Miss Zhang, his interest was piqued once more.
"Noble character, disregarding personal gains and losses, putting in so much effort for the sake of his students, even at the risk of being cursed... I would like to meet such a teacher personally!" Zhuang Xian couldn't help but sigh.
Master teachers hoped to recruit good apprentices. Not only did they want to teach well and have a good reputation, their character also played a huge role.
Without a good character, what was the use of recruiting an ingrate no matter how talented he was?
"Reporting to Your Majesty, there is someone outside requesting an audience!"
Just as the few of them were sighing, a guard walked in with widened strides.
"Who is it?"
"It is City Lord Zhao's butler, Yao Han!" The guard said.
"Let him in!" Emperor Shen Zhui nodded his head.
City Lord Zhao Feng was his most trusted official and Yao Han was his direct subordinate, so they were acquainted with one another.
"Yao Han pays respect to Your Majesty!" Not too long later, a middle-aged man walked in and kneeled on the floor.
He was Yao Han.
"General Yao, please rise!" Emperor Shen Zhui beckoned.
Even though Yao Han was only a butler at the moment, he had once fought alongside City Lord Zhao Feng and rose to the position of a general.
"General, could it be that City Lord Zhao Feng has something to report to me?"
Knowing that the other party wouldn't come to the royal palace for a casual chat, Emperor Shen Zhui asked.
"Reporting to Your Majesty, our city lord intends to make a trip to the capital in a few days' time. He specially instructed me to report to Your Majesty," Yao Han said.
As an important official, it was impossible for Zhao Feng to leave as he pleased. Even if he wanted to come to the capital, he would have to seek prior approval. Otherwise, if he were to sneak in and His Majesty were to learn of it, he would be considered a disgrace.
"Come to the capital?" Shen Zhui was taken aback.
"Yes, Miss has acknowledged Zhang Xuan laoshi as her teacher. In order to awaken her unique constitution, Miss Zhang specially took the apothecary examination, searched for the precious [Frigid Sun Mother Grass], and purchased the grade-3 pill [Unravel Yin Pill] for her. Due to the immense debt of gratitude, the city lord has decided to pay her a visit personally!" Yao Han replied.
"Acknowledged Zhang Xuan as her teacher? Frigid Sun Mother Grass? Unravel Yin Pill? "
Just as everyone was discussing Zhang Xuan, they were taken aback upon hearing those words. Emperor Shen Zhui couldn't help but ask, "What's the matter? Explain it to me in detail!"
"Yes!" Yao Han nodded his head. Then, he began to explain how Miss Zhang accepted Zhao Ya as her disciple, how she was able to discern her unique constitution, and how she took the apothecary examination.
Others might not know much about these matters, but after being pummeled by the other party, he had investigated the matter thoroughly. Thus, there wasn't the slightest bit of error in his explanation.
"You are saying that... this Zhang Xuan laoshi passed the 1-star apothecary examination?"
"Not only so, in order to help his student achieve a breakthrough, he spent a huge sum of money to purchase pills and spirit essence? Furthermore... he created a cultivation technique specially tailored for them... without asking for anything in return? "
"After painstakingly creating a battle technique, not sleeping for days, he fell asleep while lying on the chair?"
Upon hearing Yao Han's words, the three master teachers widened their eyes and clenched their fists tightly.
The most fundamental role of a teacher is to impart knowledge and dispel doubts. If one doesn't even value his students highly, he wouldn't be a good teacher.
This Zhang Xuan laoshi had sacrificed so much for his student... In fact, he didn't even let his student know of it. Even if they were to hear it with their own ears, they would still be astonished.
More importantly... he actually passed the apothecary examination and became an official apothecary!
"To take the master teacher examination, one has to become an official apothecary. In other words, if he were to be accepted as his apprentice, he would be qualified to take the master teacher examination with just a little guidance?"
The eyes of the three master teachers shone brighter and brighter.
In order to guide others, a master teacher must possess a frightening amount of knowledge and be proficient in other occupations. Otherwise, it would be impossible for him to guide others.
Apothecary is one of the top occupations in the Upper Nine Paths. If one were to become an official apothecary, coupled with the quality of one's teaching and knowledge, one would be able to enter the Hall of Master Teachers.
Even in a Tier 2 or Tier 1 Kingdom, such a teacher would be highly sought after by master teachers.
After all, one's student is a master teacher as well, and it would be beneficial to one's reputation.
"Capable, willing to tolerate being framed by others for the sake of the greater good; willing to try new methods when teaching his students, not arrogant or rash despite being misunderstood; knowledgeable despite his young age, willing to conceal his talents, not flaunting or putting on an act; willing to give up everything for his students... This is the best seedling a master teacher can have!"
The more Liu Ling spoke, the brighter his eyes became. "Zhuang shi, Zheng shi, since Hongtian Academy has such a good teacher, can you accompany me to take a look?"
"What are you talking about, Liu Shi? How can I accompany you? He should accompany me. I have always been looking for such a person to become my apprentice." Zhuang shi chuckled.
"I know a lot about pill forging, and I am an official apothecary as well. It would be best for him to become my apprentice..." Zheng Fei interjected.
Hearing the outstanding achievements of Zhang Xuan, the three master teachers couldn't hold themselves back any longer.
A teacher wants to build a good relationship with a master teacher, and a master teacher also hopes to accept a good teacher as their apprentice.
This Zhang Xuan has a noble character, willing to give up everything for his students. His potential is much greater than that of Lu Xun, so how can the three master teachers not be tempted?
"This..."
Seeing the three master teachers fighting over Zhang Xuan, Emperor Shen Zhui and Yao Han were stunned.
Others would fight to the death just to catch a glimpse of a master teacher. Yet, this Miss Zhang was the exact opposite. Even before the three master teachers had met her, they were already fighting over her.
However, thinking of his many achievements, a genius like him was indeed worth fighting over.
"Looks like I should get on good terms with this Zhang Xuan laoshi as soon as possible..."
Emperor Shen Zhui made up his mind.
As the emperor, how could he give up on a person who has the potential to become a master teacher?
"General Yao, inform Zhao Chi to come over without any hesitation!"
At this point, he immediately nodded his head and agreed to Yao Han's request.
Regardless of whether it is for the kingdom or for him, this is a good thing.
Through Zhao Ya, he can easily tie this Zhang Xuan laoshi to the war chariot of Tianxuan Kingdom.
Once the kingdom has a true master teacher, the strength of the kingdom will rise day by day, and it will only be a matter of time before it becomes a Tier 2 Kingdom.
"Emperor Shen Zhui, we have decided to head to Hongtian Academy to take a look. We won't disturb you for the time being!"
After arguing for a moment, the three master teachers decided to see if this Miss Zhang is as wise and powerful as the rumors make her out to be.
Seeing is believing. Only by seeing with one's own eyes can one make the most accurate judgment.
As for who will be accepted as his apprentice, that would depend on the other party's decision. Even if they were to fight to the death, it would be useless.
"Three master teachers, please go ahead!"
Emperor Shen Zhui didn't dare to stop them and nodded his head in agreement.
Liu Ling, Zhuang Xian, and Zheng Fei didn't say anything else. They quickly walked out and headed straight for Hongtian Academy.
"Lu Xun..."
Seeing the three master teachers leave for Zhang Xuan, Emperor Shen Zhui recalled Lu Xun, who had just left a moment ago, and shook his head.
Regardless of whether it was his cultivation, knowledge, demeanor, ability to teach students, the impression he left on the three master teachers, or the reputation he left...
Even the number one star teacher of Hongtian Academy had lost...
A crushing defeat!
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