Perhaps hearing his companion's mutterings, another rich kid said, "It's not just 'not bad'. He's even better than the teacher I had before."
This was the truth.
Everyone knew that the topics taught in public classes were usually shallow and not profound. The truly profound things would usually be treated as treasures and would be taught to their own disciples.
Hence, it was rare to see outstanding students in public classes.
This was an open secret in the academy.
However, today's class had completely subverted this rule. These rich kids had long since forgotten their previous dissatisfaction and anger. Now, they were more serious than anyone else.
Despite their lazy and seemingly incompetent appearance, many of them were the academy's top students and skilled beast appraisers.
After all, they had received the best education since they were young. Being a rich kid was just a cover for them. In essence, they were the cream of the crop.
Hence, it was easy for elites to tell who was capable and who wasn't.
Of course, those who could become the academy's teachers were all capable. Hence, it was easy to judge who was more capable and who was less capable.
No doubt, this Teacher Lin was a capable person.
Elites had always been arrogant. They had a sense of superiority that was ingrained in their bones, especially those who were born into nobility. But at the same time, most elites were rational and believed in the principle of the strong.
In the beast appraiser's community, the more knowledgeable and skilled, the more respected one would be.
In this lesson, Lin Jin relied on his knowledge in beast appraising to thoroughly subdue this group of hedonistic scions and dignitaries. At first, they were indignant, then shocked, then fascinated as they listened to the lecture. Finally, after pondering for half a day, all that was left in their hearts was admiration and respect.
During this period, a small incident happened.
Halfway through the class, Lin Jin saw another person walking in.
It was a young girl dressed in green. Due to the distance, Lin Jin couldn't get a good look at her. But one thing was for sure, this girl was an outstanding beauty.
After she entered, she sat in a corner at the back and listened quietly.
Lin Jin only gave her a glance before paying her no more attention.
After all, there were many students in the academy. This must be one of the students who arrived late. However, Lin Jin didn't punish him. He didn't have high expectations for his first class. It would be good enough if he could attend.
But next time, Lin Jin would have to make a request. If they were late again, he wouldn't go easy on them. At the very least, he wouldn't let them sit down and listen to his lecture. He would chase them out immediately.
That was the only way to set the rules.
Lin Jin didn't want his classroom to become a marketplace where people could come and go as they pleased.
When the green-dressed girl arrived, she didn't say a word. She listened attentively so Lin Jin didn't say anything. By the time the lecture was over, almost all the students present had a look of longing on their faces.
"Master Lin, can you tell me more? There are still some things I don't understand about beast appraising techniques, "Li Xinqi took the initiative to speak up.
Now that she had opened the door, the other hedonistic sons also hurriedly asked questions.
"Master Lin, there's something I don't understand too."
"Me too!"
Although there weren't many students, the atmosphere in the classroom was lively. Everyone was eager to give it a try. Lin Jin waved his hand. "I've covered a lot of things just now. Although they're all basic skills and knowledge, you'll still need to ponder and practice to fully understand them. I'll note down your questions but I won't be answering them in this class. After you leave, you'll have to learn how to think and solve problems on your own.
This method was clearly novel and it stirred up everyone's desire to perform and explore.
Having said that, Lin Jin simply said, "Alright, class dismissed!"
This time, all the students present wore solemn expressions as they stood up and bowed respectfully.
This was the rule.
It was clear that everyone present, including those hedonistic sons of rich families who thought highly of themselves earlier, bowed respectfully at this moment. There was not the slightest bit of dissatisfaction.
Lin Jin returned the gesture before preparing to leave.
However, when Lin Jin looked up, he was surprised to find one student missing from the crowd.
It was the green-dressed girl.
Lin Jin didn't even notice when the man had left.
This baffled Lin Jin. After all, his cultivation and senses were far superior to the average person. There was no way he wouldn't know when someone entered or left.
Out of curiosity, Lin Jin asked, "Wait a minute."
The students immediately stood still and asked respectfully, "Master Lin, is there anything I can help you with?"
"Did any of you see a green-dressed girl just now? When did she leave?" Lin Jin felt that if he didn't notice, the students below should have.
After all, there were so many people here.
However, everyone's answer surprised Lin Jin.
No one saw the green-dressed girl. Not the twenty or so hedonistic sons, not Tan Lin and Li Xinqi, and not even the bookworm named Fan Yuan.
That was strange.
Lin Jin frowned. Although he knew that this wasn't a simple matter, he didn't dwell on it any longer. Instead, he walked out.
Wang Xin had been waiting outside the hall.
According to the rules, there was no need for him to keep waiting. Yet, Wang Xin had done so. No doubt, this would leave a good impression on others.
Wang Xin was purposely currying favor with Lin Jin. Lin Jin could tell, and it just so happened that Lin Jin needed a helper who was familiar with the academy's rules.
Wang Xin is undoubtedly a very good candidate. As for loyalty, let's not mention it for the time being. Anyway, as long as the current interests are the same and there is no hatred, there is no problem in cooperation, not to mention making friends.
"Appraiser Lin, your lecture was so good that even I couldn't help but be immersed in it," Wang Xin said. While he sounded like he was trying to flatter Lin Jin, his words came from the bottom of his heart.
"Thank you!" Having said that, Lin Jin asked Wang Xin if he saw a green-dressed girl entering or leaving the hall. To Lin Jin, he would definitely get an answer to this question.
Because there was only one entrance to the lecture hall, Wang Xin would be the first to notice anyone who entered or left. It was impossible for him to be distracted.
"A green-dressed girl?" Wang Xin was stunned before shaking his head. "No, no one entered or left just now."
"Are you sure?" Lin Jin's brows twitched. His first reaction was that Wang Xin was lying. How could he not have seen it? Unless the man was like him and knew how to use camouflage.
Camouflage?
Lin Jin narrowed his eyes. Sure enough, Wang Xin nodded affirmatively and said he didn't see anything.
Wang Xin had no reason to lie to him. This wasn't a big deal. Since he said he didn't see anything, he probably didn't.
In that case, there was only one possibility. That green-dressed girl also knew how to use camouflage to fool Wang Xin's eyes.
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