The Ancient Realm Goddess
Headmaster
The next day, the entire academy became in an uproar when some of the elders of the academy found a scorpion snake in their residence. Fortunately since the elder was also not an ordinary human, they could cope with such a thing.
But it was undeniable, they felt very angry. Who would dare to cause chaos? Moreover, the target was the elders. That person was truly too brave!
As the news spread, everyone became panicked with the calamity that occurred. They were afraid that the snakes would spread throughout the academy and cause danger.
"Who would dare to do such a heinous thing?!" said a disciple with his face red with anger.
Another disciple said, "Truly cruel! Could it be from another academy?"
"How do I know, don't ask me."
"It's probably from another academy that wants to make trouble here."
Such warm discussions were heard almost throughout the academy. Not even the elders could remain silent. They are currently holding a meeting to address this.
"I really want to know, who dares to do this all" said a gray-robed elder. His hand was stroking the tail of the horse in his hand. He was Chen Hong, the teacher of the literary branch.
The other elder snorted. "Are we not here to discuss this?"
Chen Hong became pouted. Somehow the relationship between him and Tang Huanyu had become unkind ever since Tang Wuming caused trouble with Chen Yanzi.
Then he said, "Tang Huanyu, don't because your student has a conflict with my student and you also harbor grievances with me."
Tang Huanyu's face instantly darkened as the old man called out his disciple. Ever since Tang Wuming was reduced to a cripple by a completely unknown person, that disciple of his had become even more insane. He often makes trouble with others. One of them was Chen Yanzi, Chen Hong's favorite disciple.
All this time Tang Wuming had been much flattered by others. But now everything has changed. His cultivation had been crippled, both his legs and hands were cut off. Not even his tongue was missed. The boy had truly become a complete trash.
Not long ago he had also heard about the death of Wei Yuan, one of the disciples he was quite proud of. From the reports he had obtained, Linxiang kingdom had experienced a disaster in the square while the tournament was being held. That's pretty scary.
Up until now even he still felt a little lost to Wei Yuan, yet he had to lose Tang Wuming as well. This was a big blow to him.
His heart felt bloody. She really wanted to know who had harmed Tang Wuming. But after a long investigation, he still did not find out who did it.
Seeing the atmosphere of the two elders being untrue, Zu Tiankong who was sitting not far from him immediately gave a rough snort. "Shut up! Now is not the time to say the unimportant."
Chen Hong and Tang Huanyu did not say anything. They fell silent and entered each other's minds.
Elder Zhou who sat at the very front looked at everyone firmly. He was the vice head of the academy. Since the head of the academy was in closed-door meditation, he had to take his place.
"What do you think of this?"
Chen Hong stroked the tail of his horse. "Older Zhou, maybe this is the matter of the White Cloud Sect. They've been causing trouble in our academy for a long time."
Tang Huanyu immediately poked her lips. He disagreed with Chen Hong's opinion. "It's impossible, even though the White Cloud Sect often causes trouble, they still use moral means."
"Who would know? It is possible that they have decided to use immoral means" Chen Hong said, not to be outdone.
The other elder who started to feel the sparks between the two could only shake his head. But they said nothing to stop him.
"Then what's on your mind, Elder Tang?" ask elder Zhou.
Tang Huanyu looked towards elder Zhou. "I feel the Thousand Sword Sect is the most likely suspect. Didn't we ever make a dispute last month? Even their sect head swore to avenge him."
Elder Zhou tapped on the handle of his chair. There is no satisfactory answer from them. His shady gaze fell on the old figure who had just sat quietly.
"Older Zu, what's on your mind?" ask elder Zhou.
Zu Tiankong raised his head. "Zhou, why do we have to make random guesses? Wouldn't it be better if we checked ourselves out first?"
All the elders present were looking seriously at him. Did Zu Tiankong suspect any of them?
***
The person called Mr. Long fell silent. He seems to be thinking seriously. After a while he let out his voice. "What about that woman?"
"He will be out of meditation right today," Ouyang Feng replied.
Mr. Long nodded his head. It seems he has made his decision. "alright. You go back and clean up all the suspicious stuff."
Ouyang Feng actually wanted to say more things about his worries. However since he had already been asked to return, he had to leave immediately.
After bowing he walked out with a restless heart. He did not even notice the pair of hidden black eyes watching him from afar. Those eyes had seen him coming out of the residence of Lord Long.
"I found you!"
After saying so, that pair of black eyes disappeared in an instant, not allowing others to detect its existence.
Ouyang Feng returned at his residence carefully. As he entered the courtyard, he saw several core elders standing before the door. Their darkened faces made him feel that something was wrong.
"Ouyang Feng, come with us," Tang Huanyu said firmly.
"This ... What is going on?" Ouyang Feng asked carefully.
"No one, the vice head of the academy wants to see you." Chen Hong said casually. He looked extremely calm when compared to the tense atmosphere of the other elders.
Ouyang Feng naturally could not resist it. With a slightly trembling step he walked following the other elders.
Upon arrival at the large hall, Ouyang Feng found that many elders had also gathered there. But their gazes all looked so demeaning. This was very different from the usual flattery he got.
"Ouyang Feng, do you know your mistake?"
Elder Zhou looked at him seriously making Ouyang Feng even more tremble in fear. Has he been found?
"I ... Elder Zhou, what are you talking about?" asked Ouyang Feng did not understand.
The other elder looked at him with disdain and scorned his words. They all let out grunts, hisses, some even spit on the floor with contemptuous looks.
"Don't pretend you don't know! You're the one who released the scorpion snake, aren't you?!" shouts Zhu Wei, a glorified alchemist.
Ouyang Feng looked at Zhu Wei with widened eyes. How could anyone who was so familiar with him accuse him so easily?
"Zhu Wei, you've known me for a long time. I won't lie to you, but I really didn't!"
Zhu Wei snorted unhappily. He was unsure of Ouyang Feng's answer. Although the old man was very loyal to him, he also did not want to be tied to the suspect.
"Ouyang Feng, you don't need to dodge anymore. We all found the evidence!" exclaim another elder.
Eleven wooden boxes were thrown into the middle of the room by several people. Upon seeing the wooden box, his hope completely fell. He has indeed been found.
The wooden boxes contained a scorpion snake that he kept inside the basement. He did not expect that these people would be able to break through the security that Mr. Long had made.
But he also has to give the truth. He did keep these snakes, but he never let them go to hurt the other elders.
"Everyone please listen carefully. I admit that I did keep the snake, but I didn't let it go." Ouyang Feng tried to explain.
"If not you then who else?! Do you want to accuse others?!"
Elder Zhou became impatient. He hated a traitor like Ouyang Feng the most. His mouth opened wanting to say more, but he immediately paused when he saw the arrival of others.
It was his disciple whom he had long since raised. The student walked forward and bowed to him.
"Teacher, the Head of the Academy has come out of his seclusion."