Invasion Myth: Starting with the Schoolteacher

Chapter 64: Convincing people with virtue
“Chongqi Academy, Xu Xuan”.

After registering their names, Instructor Xu led Xiaoqing straight inside.

They didn't take this grand mansion seriously at all.

The servants were perceptive enough to see that several normally strong and powerful servants had been beaten down by the little girl, so naturally they didn't dare to step forward to stop her.

The butler, who was forcing a smile, was inwardly groaning.

Before Qiao Feng had even enrolled in school, how did he attract two fierce enemies to come knocking on his door?

Is this an instructor from the academy or a mountain king? How can he be so violent?

The one who comes is not kind.

Having no other choice, I could only offer auspicious words to lure the person into the living room.

Shi, the scholar, looked at the wooden plaque in his hand behind the screen, a bitter taste in his mouth.

it is true.

This is terrible! How could such a joyous occasion be marred by so many setbacks?

Young Master Wang is naturally no match for the academy, but the academy can't offer any real benefits either.

"Master, this..."

"Serve tea first, the best tea."

After realizing that the other party's momentum had weakened a bit, Scholar Shi walked out laughing.

"I never expected it to be like this."

The commercial hype did not receive the response it deserved.

Xu Xuan isn't here today to cultivate interpersonal relationships; he's here to manipulate people's mindsets.

After several more fruitless exchanges, the two sides continued to communicate. Instructor Xu's mastery of Yin-Yang techniques was unparalleled, leaving the onlookers in such an awkward situation that they scratched their feet in embarrassment.

Even Xiaoqing thought, why bother? Why don't we just hit them?

"Ahem, Chongqi Academy has always been known for its virtue and has always adhered to proper etiquette during our visit to your esteemed residence today."

Adhering to etiquette?

Thinking of the steward's reward, the scholar Shi learned that after the doctor examined the servants, it was announced that they would be able to get out of bed after three months of rest.
Etiquette? What does that mean?
"So the formalities have been observed. Now I have a favor to ask of you, Master Shi."

Good heavens, he granted an unreasonable request, using such a blunt and domineering approach of "courtesy first, then force." He truly deserves to be called the number one military strategist in the academy.

At this moment, the old man opposite him felt himself sweating profusely; the real test was about to begin.

"I've been asked to meet Miss Liancheng."

The scholar Shi looked rather displeased.

This man and woman have shown me no respect whatsoever since they entered my home. I am, after all, a successful candidate in the provincial examination and a potential official who can take office at any time. How can they be so rude?

He put down his teacup and said in a gentle tone.

"Young Master Xu must have some misunderstanding. My daughter and Qiao Feng have no romantic relationship."

"Now that the betrothal gifts have been paid, all that's left is the wedding. We must not listen to anyone's gossip."

“My daughter Liancheng is indeed not in a position to go out and meet guests at the moment.”

If it weren't for the immense reputation of Chongqi Academy, he would have truly shown the other party his abilities.

For now, we should compromise and make concessions.

Xu Xuan put down his teacup and sighed.

"The academy was quite surprised to hear the tragic news of Qiao's passing. Professor Gu and Professor Sheng had high hopes for this student."

"So they sent me to find out what happened, and if there's any truth to it, it can clear up any misunderstandings."

Gu Wei, Sheng Yuanfu
Shi, the scholar, was sweating slightly. The more he longed for officialdom, the more he understood the reputations of these two men.

But since it concerns my future, I'll take the gamble.
"After hearing some rumors, Lady Yin also had some complaints."

Scholar Shi immediately turned around and gave the order.

"Xiao Cui, go check if Lian Cheng's attire is appropriate, and hurry out to meet our distinguished guest."

He might be able to withstand the pressure from two retired senior figures, but this academician's wife really couldn't.

Soon, a woman with a beautiful appearance, unique temperament, but a sorrowful expression came out.

Dressed in plain clothes, with almost no grooming or dressing up, her dark eyes seemed to be covered by a layer of gray mist, and it was clear at a glance that she was filled with sorrow.

They don't look like they're getting married at all.

It is said that the more beautiful a woman is, the more likely she is to deceive, and Xu Xuan did not give her any time to prepare.

He simply said one sentence.

"Miss Liancheng, do you know that Qiao Feng is dying?" Liancheng looked at her father in surprise.

"Daddy!!!"

Scholar Shi turned his head away, somewhat at a loss.

He didn't want to hide it, but he knew his daughter's personality best. She was usually gentle and kind, but in reality, she was quite opinionated. If she found out the truth, she would definitely not let it go.

The fact that Qiao Feng cut off his own flesh to save people was never revealed.

I never expected the people from this academy to be so uncouth.

Liancheng's body became unsteady, and he suddenly let out a miserable cry.

"Qiao Lang."

Then he closed his eyes, fell straight backward, and passed out.

Xu Xuan was also a little confused. He had only said a few words and the person had fainted. This, this, this was my fault.

Scholar Shi almost fainted as well, and both sides were in a flurry of activity, completely at a loss.

This is where Xiaoqing's role comes into play. As a female snake, she doesn't need to worry about the separation between men and women and can hold the young lady's body back.

With his extensive experience, he could tell what was going on at a glance.

"It's alright, this human woman just fainted."

After the chaos, Liancheng woke up with red and swollen eyes, looking like a heartbroken child.

"I want to see him one last time."

The young lady was very decisive; it was clear that she truly loved Qiao Feng.

Although Shi Juren's heart was breaking at the sight of his daughter, he resolutely stood in front of her this time.

Allowing his already engaged daughter to meet people was already going too far.

Fortunately, it was only within the mansion, and as long as the information was kept confidential, it could still be suppressed.

Once you step outside the gate, you really won't be able to hide it anymore.

Wouldn't that mean he offended the Wang family after offending the academy?

Besides, the rules of propriety can really kill.

If Liancheng leaves, he will never be able to hold his head high in Jinning again.

"If Liancheng violates two of the three obediences and lacks one of the four virtues, the elders of the clan and the Wang family can beat him to death on the spot."

"Just let her go."

The old scholar was starting to regret his decision.

If only she had promised herself to Qiao Feng earlier, or hadn't accepted the Wang family's marriage proposal.

He waved his hand, signaling his servants to block the way; that was all there was to it for today.

And then they started playing the emotional card, pleading and begging.

What do you mean by saying that if you go out, you'll be forcing my daughter to her death, and you'll be forcing me to my death too?

Liancheng, your father is incompetent, blah blah blah.

She immediately started playing the victim, tears streaming down her face; whether you say it or not, it still has an effect.

Liancheng could no longer take firm steps. If he were alone, he would follow Qiao Lang to his death, but his old father...
Xiaoqing didn't quite understand, but that didn't stop her from preparing to throw the old man onto the roof beam.

But Xu Xuan stopped him.

"Human affairs are actually not complicated to handle."

"Violence is merely the most direct method; those who subdue others by force do not win their hearts, nor do they possess the strength to do so."

"Now that we have taken human form, we must learn to be rational while maintaining our strength."

Xu Xuan pointed to himself and laughed.

"He must know what it means to deceive a gentleman by his own means."

"But he also forgot that those who win people over with virtue do so because they are genuinely pleased and convinced."

"Let's see how I use my noble virtues to win him over."

As a teacher at a prestigious academy and a lay disciple of the Pure Land School, the White Lotus Demon King's moral character is still respectable.

Xiaoqing was somewhat curious whether the scholar-monk's reasoning could be explained logically.

Even with her little brain, she could see that there was almost no solution at this point; the strange rules and regulations of humans were ruthless.

Xu Xuan confidently walked up to Scholar Shi and whispered something.

(End of this chapter)