Lin Chen paused, seeing Dean Xiao's puzzled expression, and continued, "I know the academy's original intention is for students to improve themselves through practical training, but that doesn't mean the school can do nothing.
Jinlin City is a completely unknown city, full of unpredictable dangers.
Choosing such a location for student training is inherently problematic.
Even if you insist on having students train despite knowing the dangers in Jinlin City, why can't the academy send a few teachers to provide covert protection?
Does sending a few teachers for covert protection mean the students will lose the meaning of their training?
What did the students learn from this training, besides paying the price of their lives?
I can tell you very clearly, all the students only learned to run away!
In just one day, the students went through several thrilling chase and escape scenarios, and besides that, they gained absolutely nothing.
Is this the training the school wants?"
Lin Chen's words echoed in Dean Xiao's mind like a ringing alarm bell, making Dean Xiao frown deeply with a very troubled expression.
As the saying goes, 'Good advice grates on the ear but benefits conduct; good medicine is bitter but benefits health.' Although Lin Chen's words were not pleasant to hear, he was indeed thinking of Mingzhu Academy's development.
Dean Xiao paced back and forth, and after a long time, he finally spoke, "Lin Chen, you are right.
This training was an oversight on our part.
Your suggestion is excellent.
From now on, no matter where Mingzhu Academy chooses to conduct training, we will send teachers to provide covert protection!"
Seeing that Dean Xiao was a sensible person who could distinguish right from wrong, Lin Chen no longer dwelled on it.
He smiled slightly and said, "Actually, covert protection by teachers only needs to be for sudden accidents.
At other times, it should be as usual.
Only by experiencing life-and-death situations and slaughter can students truly grow."
Dean Xiao smiled with relief and said, "Lin Chen, what are your plans for the future?
Do you want to stay at Mingzhu Academy and be a teacher?"
Lin Chen burst into laughter, "Dean, please spare me.
In the past year or so, I haven't even attended a few classes at Mingzhu Academy.
Aren't you afraid that if I become a teacher, the students will come looking for trouble with you?"
Dean Xiao patted Lin Chen's shoulder and said, "You're right.
You're used to freedom, and being a teacher would only restrict you.
Anyway, you contributed the most to this training, and I represent Mingzhu Academy in expressing our gratitude to you!"
Lin Chen said with a grin, "Dean Xiao, I'll accept the gratitude, but you should offer something tangible.
Mere verbal thanks aren't enough!"
Hearing Lin Chen's words, Dean Xiao immediately burst into hearty laughter.
Lin Chen was too good at taking advantage of the situation.
His relationship with Lin Chen was more like a transaction.
Previously, he had provided Lin Chen with a spot in the Three Step Tower, and Lin Chen had led Mingzhu Academy to victory over the Imperial Capital Academy; that was the content of their transaction.
Now, Lin Chen did not even bother about his status as a dean.
Dean Xiao greatly admired Lin Chen's personality.
And Lin Chen directly asking for benefits did not cause Dean Xiao any dissatisfaction; instead, he quite enjoyed this feeling.
The two of them exchanged favors, owing nothing to each other.
In his opinion, they were equals; their relationship was not like that of a teacher and student, but rather like old friends who had known each other for many years.
"Just tell me what you want.
You're not lacking in Three Step Tower spots; the Fire Courtyard Chief gets Three Step Tower spots every month!" Dean Xiao said cheerfully.
Lin Chen laughed, "I can't think of anything I lack right away, Dean.
How about you let me browse Mingzhu's treasury?"
Dean Xiao rolled his eyes at Lin Chen and said, "Treasury, huh?
If Mingzhu Academy had a treasury, why wouldn't I know about it?
Alright, I won't argue with you anymore.
Go back and think carefully about what you need, and come find me when you've thought of something!"
Lin Chen thought for a moment and said, "That works too.
Anyway, you owe me!"
Upon hearing this, Dean Xiao became furious and cursed, "Get lost!"
After leaving the Dean's office, Lin Chen directly left Mingzhu Academy and returned to the villa.
With the training concluded, Mu Nujiao and Lin Chen also received a few days of short vacation.
As soon as he arrived home, he saw Mu Nujiao sitting cross-legged on the sofa, cultivating.
Seeing Lin Chen return, a faint smile appeared on Mu Nujiao's face.
"You're back?" Mu Nujiao slowly stood up and said.
"Yes.
Why did you start cultivating as soon as you got back?
Shouldn't you relax?" Lin Chen asked.
Mu Nujiao sighed and said, "After this training, I realized I'm still too weak!"
"Cultivation can't be rushed.
You're already quite strong compared to your peers!" Lin Chen said.
Mu Nujiao shook her head and said, "What's the point of comparing myself to those peers?
I have my own goals, you don't need to worry about me!"
Mu Nujiao was unwilling to say more.
After this life-and-death training, Mu Ningxue had become her goal to chase in her heart.
Lin Chen said, "I know you're strong-willed, so I can only help you more!"
Mu Nujiao shook her head and said, "No need, you've already given me enough resources!"
Lin Chen walked up to Mu Nujiao, picked her up in his arms, and said with a smile, "Not enough!"
"You… why are you thinking such messy thoughts as soon as you get home!"
Completely understanding the meaning behind Lin Chen's words, the suddenly enlightened Mu Nujiao felt a bit embarrassed and annoyed.
Lin Chen didn't reply, carrying Mu Nujiao directly towards the bedroom.
Mu Nujiao shyly said, "No, you haven't showered yet!
You're so dirty!"
"Then together!" Lin Chen said.
"No, I've already showered!" Mu Nujiao said softly.
Lin Chen laughed, "If you've showered, you can shower again!"
"You're so overbearing!" Facing Lin Chen's domineering actions, Mu Nujiao said with a mix of love and resentment.
"As long as you like it!"
"I don't like it!"
"You like it!!!"
A moment later, thick steam rose in the bathroom.
"No… not here!" In the steam, as a clear voice rang out, a captivating melody began beneath the mist.
Lin Chen, having mastered the Yin Yang Art and possessing a spirit power cultivation of ninety levels, caused Mu Nujiao's spirit power level to increase at an extremely fast rate.
It probably wouldn't be long before she could break through to Spirit Saint.
Lin Chen was always very serious about cultivation!
During this training, Mu Nujiao had also witnessed the power of Spirit, and she became even more serious about her cultivation with Lin Chen.
Time for cultivation flew by, always passing quietly without one realizing it.
In the afternoon, the sun was bright.
On the large bed in the second-floor bedroom, Mu Nujiao nestled in Lin Chen's arms, holding her phone and constantly replying to messages.
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