Inside, Tang San was sprawled on the floor in front of Ao Tian's bed. His face was as pale as paper, and his heart was pounding at an unprecedented speed, almost leaping out of his throat.
His pallor was partly due to his Soul Power being completely drained, but the greater cause was the shock of overhearing the conversation outside.
Headmaster Flender and Teacher Zhao Wuji were both out there, and they had heard the commotion.
Tang San was utterly panicked, consumed by fear. He was desperately trying to break free from the super-heavy book stuck to his hand.
However, his Soul Power was exhausted, and the book still exerted a powerful suction.
He was horrified to discover that his mental power was also starting to flow into the book, being rapidly devoured.
What kind of bizarre book is this?! Tang San was on the verge of tears, not expecting it to be so difficult to open a book.
If he had known, he would have poured in all his Soul Power from the start, and wouldn't have dragged it out until now.
As his mental power drained, he felt increasingly tired.
"Ao Tian, quickly open the door and see. It wouldn't be good if a thief got into your room," Zhao Wuji urged.
He knew Ao Tian lived alone, but there were sounds coming from the room. This made him suspect a thief had entered.
The others shared the same thought. After all, the academy was in a village, and someone in the village might have ill intentions.
Compared to the villagers, the Soul Masters of Shrek Academy were much wealthier, so theft wouldn't be surprising.
Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, and the others also gathered around.
Ao Tian didn't say anything, taking out his key and walking towards the door.
He already knew what was inside.
Ao Tian had previously thought that Tang San wouldn't resort to theft. However, five days ago, when Tang San came to him to talk about Zhu Zhuqing, Ao Tian saw the casual glance Tang San gave, and he realized Tang San hadn't given up.
He hadn't expected Tang San to be so patient, waiting so many days before making a move.
At this moment, Tang San was completely blank, his mind reeling as he heard the sound of the lock being opened.
"It's over," he thought. That was the only thought in his mind.
The door opened, and the light from outside flooded in, illuminating Tang San's pale face.
The light seemed so blinding to him that he closed his eyes.
After Ao Tian opened the door, Xiao Wu was the first to rush inside. If there was a thief, she would definitely give them a good beating.
"Tang San, it's you?" Xiao Wu exclaimed as soon as she rushed in.
The group, hearing Xiao Wu's voice, rushed in, surprised, and saw Tang San lying in front of Ao Tian's bed, still holding a copy of Soul Tool Knowledge: From Beginner to Expert.
Seeing this scene, Dai Mubai understood instantly, while the others were somewhat confused.
Flender asked, "Tang San, what happened?"
Tang San's eyes were tightly shut. He wished he could just pass out immediately, unwilling to face such a tragic outcome.
Ao Tian stepped forward quickly and took the book from Tang San's hand.
Tang San opened his eyes and glanced at it, sighing in relief. If he had continued absorbing, his mental energy would have been depleted as well.
Ao Tian said, "Tang San, this Soul Tool Knowledge: From Beginner to Expert isn't easy to activate. Everyone has to pour all their Soul Power and mental energy into it the first time, and just before it opens, the book's weight increases to an astonishing degree."
Tang San's pale face instantly turned red, burning hot. He felt utterly mortified.
"Tang San, so you were trying to sneak a peek at Ao Tian's Soul Tool books. I never thought you'd be the type to resort to petty thievery," Ning Rongrong said.
She found it hard to believe. Tang San usually seemed like a pretty upright person. How could he do something like this?
Zhu Zhuqing also spoke up, "The other day, during dinner, Ao Tian mentioned that you had asked to see his Soul Tool books, but he refused. I never expected…"
Dai Mubai, Oscar, and Ma Hongjun looked at Tang San with a hint of pity. Caught red-handed, it would be hard for Tang San to explain himself.
Flender frowned, his voice stern. "Tang San, what exactly is going on? Tell us the truth!"
Zhao Wuji also fixed his gaze on Tang San, making him feel an unprecedented amount of pressure.
Tang San stood up, ashamed and mortified.
"I… I…" He opened his mouth several times but couldn't get the words out.
Suddenly, he steeled himself and slammed his head against a wooden pillar.
He had already lost face and only hoped that this action would earn him forgiveness.
Ao Tian moved, appearing beside Tang San. He reached out and placed a hand on Tang San's shoulder, preventing him from hitting the pillar.
Tang San struggled a few times, but couldn't break free from Ao Tian's grip and finally gave up.
He hadn't wanted to kill himself; he'd only wanted to knock himself unconscious, but even that was proving impossible.
Flender and Zhao Wuji were startled, thinking Tang San was trying to commit suicide.
The truth was now very clear. Tang San had wanted to peek at Ao Tian's Soul Tool books, but he didn't know they would absorb Soul Power and mental energy, which led to this situation.
Flender and Zhao Wuji were very disappointed, especially Flender, who could even be said to be heartbroken. After all, Tang San was the Master's disciple, yet his character was so poor.
He felt it was necessary to give Tang San a good talking-to. A Soul Master without virtue would surely bring disaster to the world in the future.
But Tang San's head-banging act just now made Flender realize that this wasn't the right time to lecture him. The education needed to wait until Tang San had calmed down.
"Ao Tian, leave Tang San to me. I'll give you a satisfactory explanation," Flender said.
He walked over to Ao Tian and reached out to take Tang San.
"Alright," Ao Tian said.
"Tang San, come to my office. We'll talk," Flender said.
Tang San had calmed down a bit by now. He nodded and followed Flender out.
Zhao Wuji sighed heavily and followed them.
Ma Hongjun chuckled and said, "I thought he was quite serious usually. Sometimes, I even felt he looked down on me a little. I didn't expect him to be this kind of person. What right does he have to look down on me?"
"Shut up!" Dai Mubai said in a low voice. "Maybe Tang San had his reasons. The dean will give us an explanation. Before we know the results, don't just casually talk about your classmates."
Ma Hongjun pursed his lips and didn't say anything else, walking away.
Oscar didn't speak. He was also a little disappointed; he hadn't expected his roommate to be this kind of person.
He had always admired Tang San; his cultivation was diligent, and his attitude towards his classmates was also good.
However, today, his impression of Tang San had changed.
Oscar also left.
Dai Mubai glanced at the two books on Ao Tian's bed and the one on the floor, then looked at Ao Tian. He followed after the others.
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