Chapter 45: Luxianbei, Can You Be a Human?
When a person’s thoughts are highly concentrated and unified, they can learn effectively.
So Luxianbei sat in the classroom, unable to absorb a single word, in the back corner of the classroom, looking out the window, his eyes filled with a melancholy unique to aloof musical youths… nonsense!
The intentions of those urban legends in his mind were about to go wild, some were throwing dog food, and others were researching mysteries, while the Brazilian Warrior God just wanted to go out and kick a soccer ball.
d*mn it! Why don’t these people love studying?
Luxianbei was complaining in his heart when suddenly a nameless male classmate behind him poked him in the back with a pen.
“Hey, buddy, the teacher is calling for you!”
“Hmm? Ah? Oh…” Luxianbei stood up in a daze and looked towards the podium, where he saw the same world, belonging exclusively to the teacher, the same black face.
“This student, we were just discussing Cao Pi’s literary theory; can you briefly explain his criticism standard of ‘judging oneself to gauge others’?”
The professor on the podium appeared to be in his fifties but was still spirited, with a hint of sternness in his brow that was not a false sternness.
This Professor Ma was genuinely strict, so strict that many suspected he was simply petty.
Students familiar with him knew that each year, those who failed under him could fill a ‘101 Creation Camp’.
Thus, at the moment Professor Ma’s voice fell, many students cast gloating expressions towards Luxianbei.
Luxianbei, “…”
Just now, I was too busy suppressing the side effects of the core of the urban legends within me, as for Cao Pi…
I only know his father likes collecting wives; how would I know what his literary theory is?
As Luxianbei was struggling with how to deal with this unwarranted disaster, a somewhat sympathetic voice suddenly came from behind.
“Buddy, you’re done for. The professor just didn’t cover the content of Cao Pi’s literary theory; I flipped through the book and found out that topic might be covered next week. He’s doing this on purpose to get you.”
“I can’t help you now; just… grieve a bit!”
Luxianbei, “…” Is it that sinister? No wonder I feel like those classmates are looking at me like I’m a faceless, expressionless silly monkey!
Seeing Luxianbei not responding for a long time, the professor at the podium revealed a kind smile.
“Student, feel free to answer. If you answer incorrectly, it’s just a little deduction from your usual grades.”
Luxianbei, “???”
In that moment, a scarlet inkling flashed in Luxianbei’s mind; sometimes it formed the character “danger,” sometimes it formed the character “vegetable,” and finally twisted into the character “d*ath.”
As Luxianbei was entangled in how to deal with this unforeseen disaster, a faint realization suddenly flashed in his mind, and memories belonging to Liangyue surged quickly, and he began to speak.
“He emphasized that criticism should oppose the phenomenon of ‘each flaunting their strengths while belittling others’ and proposed that ‘the gentleman judges himself to gauge others,’ meaning one must examine one’s own abilities while also having a comprehensive understanding of others…”
Luxianbei spoke slowly, with an expression on his face that seemed to radiate calmness and composure.
When he finished speaking, the air suddenly fell silent.
Professor Ma, “…” Although it wasn’t very complete, he actually got it right?
Luxianbei, “…” What the hell did I just say?
The whole class, “…” What’s happening? Why can’t we understand? Professor, say something!
“Very good answer; you may sit down!” Professor Ma waved his hand at Luxianbei and then addressed the students, “Studying a subject, previewing is also an important part. That student’s answer was excellent and worthy of your learning.”
“…”
The whole class fell silent for a moment, and as Professor Ma turned to write on the board, they all shot scornful glances at Luxianbei.
d*mn those scholarly bitches! I hate this kind of person! Let’s isolate him!
…
Luxianbei had always disliked cheating; he believed that cheating would, to a certain extent, ruin the gaming experience.
But…
Those few minutes of cheating were truly enjoyable!
When the class bell rang, Professor Ma called Luxianbei over, patted his shoulder, and said, “Very good, young man. I have a research project coming up; are you interested in joining my research group?”
“I really like students like you; I look forward to continuing our discussions on literary issues!”
Luxianbei scratched his head awkwardly and said seriously, “Professor, I actually have a lot going on most of the time. My parents passed away early, and they didn’t leave much money. To complete my studies, I have to work two jobs every day, so I really don’t have the energy…”
One job at the Siye Society and one job hunting urban legends, Luxianbei added in his heart.
“Don’t worry, working with me on research will provide some income. Supporting you through your studies is completely no problem, and you’re just an undergraduate, so you won’t be doing anything too complicated. At most, you’ll be assisting the upperclassmen. Of course…”
“If there are any mistakes during the work process, the grades will still be deducted as necessary.”
After saying this, Professor Ma fell silent, looking at Luxianbei with a calm expression that made him a bit scared.
Professor Ma said nothing.
Professor Ma was accumulating anger.
Professor Ma quietly pulled out the roster; if he had to reject you, he would deduct your grades…
“Uh… well, then I’ll burden you, Professor?” Luxianbei weakly replied.
Whether he agreed or not, this old b*stard would find a chance to deduct grades, so it was better to agree. Who knows, if he got lucky, he might even get a little money for free, Luxianbei thought.
Although Professor Ma wasn’t as narrow-minded as Luxianbei imagined, he genuinely thought this kid might have some talent worth nurturing.
But…
Nurturing was for the sake of finding opportunities to deduct grades.
“Very good, very good.” Seeing Luxianbei agree, Professor Ma smiled and said, “Then come to my research room after class next Monday!”
Luxianbei nodded vigorously, forcing out a smile that was almost completely unnoticeable as he watched Professor Ma disappear from view.
And then…
Just after turning around, he remembered something important.
“Did that old man not tell me where his research room is?”
…
The burden on him inexplicably grew heavier.
Luxianbei walked heavily on the way to the cafeteria, quietly reminiscing about how he suddenly answered Professor Ma’s question in class like a moment of inspiration.
It seems that devouring the core of the urban legends not only replenished his spirit but also didn’t bring only side effects.
I need to find an opportunity to carefully study what kind of knowledge and abilities I’ve gained from those guys.
As Luxianbei was thinking, his phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated twice.
He took out his phone to take a look; it was a message from Su Mi.
Why did this guy suddenly think of contacting me? Is he trying to get a meal from my house again?
With curiosity, Luxianbei opened the message.
“Old lover? Do I have something like that?” Luxianbei said to himself after reading the text, raising his right hand to examine it for a moment before continuing to scroll down the screen.
When he saw the three photos of Du Sixian that were attached to the message, he was slightly taken aback.
What’s going on? How did she connect me, a handsome man, with that white-haired little shorty?
I intentionally didn’t give her my contact information yesterday. How did she manage to find my old house?
What should I do? Could it be that my leaving a mark on her forehead is going to be exposed?
Thinking about this, Luxianbei bit his finger, narrowed his eyes, and replied to Su Mi, “Good brother, just say you don’t know me, that you’ve never seen me.”
After sending the message, Su Mi quickly replied.
“I understand, I understand; I’ve already said it! But, brother, there’s still something I must say to you.”
“Luxianbei, can you be a human? Don’t go harming the girls anymore, or you’re going to be punished by heaven!”
Luxianbei, “…” Although I did cause some harm, things are really not as you think.
