Tang Dynasty Little Godfather

Chapter 51 Heading Towards the Dream
Although everyone was making fun of and mocking the nameless academy, the newly enrolled students, including Cui Gu'er, didn't care about the rumors at all and even boasted about it to others.

In response, all we can say is that this is utterly hopeless.

Said it right.

That's how it is.

If ridicule were effective, they would have already strived for improvement; why would they go through all this trouble to get into the nameless academy? These eight students who passed the exam were just like Wang Xiaoque—they were already immune to such mockery.

Because Li Longji has been focusing on both civil and military affairs lately, Xue Maozong has been working diligently in both areas, leaving early and returning late every day. He dared not slack off. This morning, he got up early, came to the main hall, and casually asked, "Is Jun'er up yet?"

"Reporting to the General, Erlang has already left."

"Where did you go?"

"General, have you forgotten that Erlang is going to study at the Nameless Academy today?"

"Oh right, I almost forgot, today is the first day of school. I was thinking of taking him there, but I didn't expect him to leave so early. Haha, it seems like he hasn't been this enthusiastic about studying in a long time."

"If I remember correctly, this should be the first time."

"is it?"

Xue Maozong laughed heartily and said, "It seems we really made the right choice in choosing this academy!"

Compared to Xue Jun and Cui Gu'er, the four senior brothers Wang Xi, Li Jieman, Huangfu Sengnian, and Wang Shuang were not so enthusiastic. They arrived late and met in front of the academy gate with great tacit understanding.

"It's finally starting."

Upon seeing him, Li Jieman rubbed his hands together, very excited.

Wang Xi said, "Xiaoman, you're the senior brother now, you should act like one, don't be so sleazy."

Li Jieman touched his chubby face. "Do I look sleazy now?"

Huangfu Sengnian and Wang Shuang nodded at the same time.

Li Jieman coughed, straightened his back, and asked in a deep voice, "Now?"

Wang Xi and the others chuckled and went inside.

Upon arriving at the classroom, they found Cui Gu'er and the others already seated inside; all eight new students were present.

"They've all arrived," Wang Xi said, slightly surprised.

"Brother Que, why are you so late? Morning reading is already over."

Orphan Cui jumped forward, puzzled.

"Read it early?"

Wang Shuang was stunned for a moment.

Li Jieman nudged him gently and said, "It's your first day of school today, so we shouldn't drink. We'll come a little later."

Wang Shuang then realized that they had drunk alcohol to stay awake during morning reading, and nodded repeatedly, but it was all an act. Who drinks alcohol early in the morning for no reason?

Han Xiaohu asked curiously, "Is it optional to attend morning reading?"

Wang Xi laughed and said, "We don't call it 'early reading' here, we call it 'self-study,' it's all self-study. It all depends on your own state. If you want to study hard, then come early. Anyway, the teachers never care."

Everyone was secretly delighted upon hearing this.

It truly lived up to its reputation as a dream destination, and did not disappoint us.

It's too free.

Wang Xi retorted, "Why are you here so early? Are you trying to work hard?"

Cui Gu'er scratched his head and said, "We just wanted to make a good impression on our first day of school."

Wang Xi nodded and said, "That's true, it's a pity the teacher didn't see it."

Han Xiaohu said, "It doesn't matter if I didn't see it, I just like staying here anyway."

The other freshmen also nodded in agreement.

Li Jie wondered to himself, "Are these people possessed?"

They chatted for a while, and it was already late in the morning when Tao Mo finally arrived. He had actually gotten up early, and he was very nervous today, so he couldn't sleep. After all, Wang Xi and the others knew the truth, while Cui Gu'er and the others knew nothing. From now on, he couldn't be so casual and had to keep up his acting skills at all times.

Cui Gu'er and the others obediently took their seats and bowed to Tao Mo in unison. Then, the entire school was completely silent.

It's fair to say they've never been this obedient in their entire lives.

Tao Mo saw this and was very satisfied with his own deterrent power. He was not so worried. He cleared his throat and said loudly, "I am getting old. I couldn't teach four students before. Now that there are twelve, I can't keep an eye on your studies every day."

Xue Jun hurriedly replied, "Teacher, please rest assured, I will definitely study hard and not let you worry about me."

Cui Gu'er and the others quickly chimed in.

After all, they came from official families, and they were all skilled at flattery and sycophancy.

"Save your breath. If you were so sensible, why would you go to such lengths to become my disciple?" Tao Mo chuckled.

The young faces of Cui Gu'er and his companions immediately turned bright red.

Wang Xi said nonchalantly, "That's right, with your little tricks, how could you possibly fool the teacher?"

Tao Mo said, "What makes you so great?"

Wang Xi silently lowered his head.

Cui Gu'er and the others looked at Wang Xi with a mocking expression.

This was all rehearsed, with the aim of helping Tao Mo establish authority. He needed to show the necessary respect; otherwise, Wang Xi wouldn't be able to control the students by manipulating Tao Mo. However, he also couldn't appear too stern. In short, attention to detail.

Tao Mo said, "It's impossible for you to work hard on your own initiative, but I can't keep an eye on you either. Therefore, I recently created a teaching method that guides your learning based on your interests."

He paused slightly at this point, then asked, "What are your interests?"

"In reply to the teacher, the student loves riding horses."

"Students love hunting."

"Students love cockfighting."

"Students like polo."

"Students enjoy listening to music."

Tao Mo frowned upon hearing this and asked, "Don't you have any common interests?"

The orphans and the others looked at each other, but in truth, they all loved these things.

Tao Mo then asked Wang Xi, "Wang Xiaoque, what about you?"

Wang Xi chuckled and said, "Teacher, you know that I... I prefer courtesans, hehe."

Upon hearing this, Cui Gu'er and the others couldn't help but widen their eyes.

Not really.

That's something to say.

They thought cockfighting and listening to music were already excessive, but you're going to bring in a courtesan.

This nameless academy is even more unrestrained than we imagined!
Wang Shuang said shyly, "Me too."

Tao Mo nodded slightly.

When Cui Gu'er and the others saw that Tao Mo wasn't angry, they exclaimed in unison, "We love him too!"

"Oh."

Tao Mo was taken aback. "You all love it."

All eight nodded in unison, without the slightest hesitation.

Tao Mo asked again, "Really?"

"Students dare not deceive their teachers."

Everyone said in unison.

Tao Mo said, "In that case, let's find some courtesans to accompany you in your lessons."

"what?"

Everyone stared at Tao Mo in shock.

Tao Mo asked, "Don't you like it?"

"like!"

Cui Gu'er and his companions were so happy they almost fainted.

Is it even possible to play like this?

This is truly an unexpected road!
So exciting.

Love it to death.

Tao Mo then said to Wang Xi and the others, "Xiao Que, Xiao Man, as the four of you senior brothers, you should handle this matter. As for the money, use the money earned from selling wine."

Wang Xi said, "Teacher, selling wine has nothing to do with us."

Tao Mo snorted, "You dare say you didn't ask the Bai family for any benefits?"

Wang Xi replied with a hint of apprehension, "Teacher understands."

Tao Mo said, "I could guess what you guys are all about even with my eyes closed."

Li Jieman feigned grievance and said, "But it's not much money."

Tao Mo said, "We'll invite as many as we can."

A chubby boy immediately said, "Don't worry, fellow disciples, we can also contribute some money."

This fat man is Linghu Baodi, the youngest son of the Linghu family.

Huangfu Sengnian said, "This is not good, making you pay for it."

"What's this?"

Han Xiaohu said nonchalantly, "This is all for our education, so the money is well spent."

Cui Gu'er hurriedly added, "Yes, yes, this is all for our own sake. We should pay this money, and no one can stop us from studying hard."

Everyone enthusiastically contributed money.

It's as if they'll get angry with anyone who doesn't give in.

Tao Mo said, "You can handle this matter yourselves. After we invite the courtesans here, I will start teaching you."

He felt a pang of regret. If he had had this academy when he was young, he would never have become a wandering sorcerer. He would definitely have been a top scholar. Alas, he was born at the wrong time!
(End of this chapter)