Zhou Zhen looked at Lian Qing, who spoke naturally and calmly, and shifted his gaze to Ma Lei. But it only stopped for a moment before moving away.
"Professor Zhou, that's a bit hurtful."
"Oh? Then can you protect these four students from harm?"
Ma Lei, having been asked, coughed forcefully twice and said, "I cannot."
"That settles it then!"
Zhou Zhen thought about his own S-level strength; he used to feel quite formidable, but even that was not enough to protect students on the Insect Clan Battlefield during their training.
Nian Shutong, seeing Professor Zhou Zhen begin to worry, bluntly said, "Professor Zhou, don't worry. I will be responsible for everyone's safety."
"However, let me be frank. I can ensure your lives, but I can't guarantee you won't get injured."
Nian Shutong addressed this to Liu Cheng and the others, who nodded their understanding.
"Professor Nian?"
