Teacher Shuang entered the classroom precisely on time and strode to the podium. The entire class fell silent as students scrambled to their seats. "Good morning, Genius Class. I have a few announcements to make."
She cleared her throat. "As you all know, the Phantom Network's assassination attempt failed two days ago. In response, the organization's leader has offered a bounty to completely eradicate our school..."
The entire room held its breath.
"But the bounty was quickly withdrawn."
The students collectively exhaled in relief.
One student raised their hand and couldn't help but ask, "Teacher Shuang, why was it withdrawn?"
"Because the government swiftly detected the threat, revoked the bounty, and threatened to terminate the operation. Having already lost their most elite assassins, why would they send more to their deaths?"
"..."
"Moreover, the government has discovered Shen Qing's buried corpse deep within the forest near the school. Critical evidence obtained from his body has successfully pinpointed the Phantom Network's headquarters coordinates. The second announcement I have is..." Teacher Shuang smiled. "Due to security risks, the Cultivation Police Bureau has temporarily sealed off the sports field for evidence collection. Therefore, physical education classes will be replaced with medicinal pill and talisman classes. Any objections?"
Hearing this, not a single student dared to speak. Facing Teacher Shuang, she was always the final arbiter... who would dare defy her?
Among the classmates, Zhao Ming was the most furious. Replacing our beloved physical education class with some stupid alchemy lesson?! If I have to, I'll shove that class right up Hao Zhen's ass!
As a veteran teacher, she immediately recognized the discontent on their faces. "I know some of you aren't happy, but please accept reality. My hands are tied. You'll all have to endure this for the next three years. Consider these inconveniences just part of the routine! Speaking of which, thanks to additional funding from the Qionghua Galaxy Corporation, Phoenix Academy is about to undergo a major upgrade. Next year, a massive Formation will be deployed at the school gate, and advanced AI management systems will be implemented for all key facilities."
Before she could finish, she couldn't contain her excitement and shouted, "Now, let's all give Student Su a round of applause!"
Tata, tata, tata, tata, tata, tata...
Thunderous applause erupted in the classroom, followed by a chorus of astonished gasps.
"Wow! Even more upgrades?! All thanks to her! I'll never complain about waking up early for school again!"
"The Spirit Gathering Formation will be even stronger?! I'll be more focused than a fatty devouring a burger!"
...
The applause surged like a tidal wave—who could resist it? Who wouldn't want to attend this prestigious school?
Now, graduates of No. 73 Academy High School would enjoy even greater benefits! These included better job prospects, easier access to higher education, richer learning resources, and more! Moreover, the school would be upgraded to a provincial key city high school, climbing even higher in the Tianxu Annual School Rankings.
Su Xinyi blushed shyly. "Thank you all! Our hard work these past few days wasn't in vain!"
What were the drawbacks of having wealthy classmates?
Everyone present understood tacitly, and the feeling in the air was indescribably wonderful!
Faced with this opportunity, Teacher Shuang nodded in satisfaction. Upgrading to a provincial key city high school meant a salary increase—a win-win situation!
"This week, we'll be holding an exchange program for student council members with Ziyang No. 74 Starcraft High School, a renowned provincial key city high school in our district."
She paused briefly before continuing, "Due to an important trip to France, our student council members are currently unable to participate in the learning program at Ziyang No. 74 Starcraft High School. Fortunately, Principal Huang Ruichen has approved the selection of students from the Genius Class to participate..."
A student raised their hand to ask, "Teacher Shuang, how long will the program last?"
"Four days."
"Holy shit! Four days?!"
"I heard they have cute girls over there with curvy figures and big boobs!"
"Bro, that's most of the teachers there. You don't have a mommy complex, do you?"
"How did you know—"
"But how will Teacher Shuang allocate the spots?"
As one of the Prodigy Class's brightest students, Su Xinyi had already secured her spot.
With her immense wealth, exceptional talent, and stunning looks, she was a natural choice!
Only five spots remained. Who would get them?
Teacher Shuang crossed her arms and announced, "The list has already been prepared. I will read the names one by one. Students whose names are called will receive a QR code for a WeChat group. Please gather at the school gate tomorrow at 8:30 AM sharp!"
She pulled out the list and began reading: "Su Xinyi..."
This name came as no surprise. Having such a renowned school beauty join would undoubtedly enhance the school's prestige.
"Zhao Ming..."
After all, he represented the school's image of strength and resilience. They needed someone with grit.
"Hao Zhen..."
This name was equally unsurprising. As the captain of the school's soccer team and a scientist in the China League One, Hao Zhen possessed the skills and expertise required for the mission.
"The third student is Xu Yutong..."
For the trip to run smoothly, they needed someone with high intelligence. Xu Yuntong was a seasoned BL fan and a creative manga artist. Such skills would be invaluable for gathering intelligence discreetly.
"The fourth student is Lianhua..."
This equally stunning but shy female student was also a manga artist, her skills largely inherited from Xu Yutong. They had been close friends since before high school, and her participation was essential!
Finally, only one spot remained.
Ling Xian seemed to have anticipated this.
"The fifth student is... please applaud..."
The students erupted into a cacophony, banging their desks like drums.
"Ling... Xian!"
Ling Xian: "..."
"Wait, what the hell is going on?! Ling Xian? That useless nobody actually made it?! He has no talent whatsoever, no outstanding qualities!" someone sneered.
Several students chimed in: "Yeah! How did he even get accepted?"
Teacher Shuang, radiating composure from head to toe, dismissed the objections with a single sentence: "Student Xian achieved a 4S grade on the 3D entrance exam—an unprecedented feat in the history of this school."
The entire hall fell silent.
In terms of entrance scores and exam results, Ling Xian indeed stood alone.
"Of course, the school administration believes this was due to a system malfunction."
Teacher Shuang smiled proudly as she declared, "Therefore, let us proclaim Ling Xian as Phoenix Ridge's quiet icon!"
Upon hearing this, the students were instantly convinced.
Ling Xian: "..." Damn it, do these people need someone to tell them how to walk?!