In the principal's office,
Eight people sat around the conference table, discussing something.
"Principal Qin, our Freedom Alliance requires an explanation!"
Brody, Long Zaitian's teacher, spoke up, "These are images of fierce beasts that attacked our alliance's west coast, all originating from China's异空间 (otherworldly spaces)!"
"Moreover, the travel logs indicate they departed from China as well!"
Brody's expression was solemn. Although he was wary of the strength of the Huaxia Academy, he had to complete the mission assigned by the alliance.
Before Qin Tian could speak, Liu Feng interjected.
"We've already told you, China's coastal cities are also being attacked by fierce beasts!"
Liu Feng frowned and reprimanded, "Anyone with a bit of intelligence wouldn't demand an explanation from us!"
"Alright! Old Liu!"
Qin Tian shook his head and stopped Liu Feng.
He hadn't wanted Liu Feng to attend the meeting in the first place, but the latter insisted, and he couldn't do anything about it.
Decades ago, at the border where China met a small country, a nightmare-level 异空间 (otherworldly space) called the [Silent Black Sea] emerged.
During its exploration, in addition to China, the Freedom Alliance also sent people. The conflict within led to the demise of Liu Feng's teacher, which is why Liu Feng has always held a strong dislike for people from the Freedom Alliance.
"Mr. Brody, currently, it's not just China and the Freedom Alliance. Even the Snow Country to the north and the Unfalling Kingdom to the west have suffered attacks from fierce beasts!"
Vice Principal Qin Tian's expression was calm as he spoke, "This proves that some unknown force wants to instigate chaos and sow discord among the major powers!"
"Principal Qin, everything you've said is just speculation, with no evidence!"
Brody shook his head and said, "But our alliance has confirmed that the invading fierce beasts are from your China!"
Bang!
Liu Feng slammed the table heavily.
Anger flared on his face, and he exclaimed, "Are you out of your mind? Where did the fierce beasts that invaded us come from?"
"There's a saying in China: 'The thief shouts to catch the thief'!"
Brody also stood up, a hint of anger on his face, "Who knows if this isn't your scheme?"
"Alright! Everyone sit down!"
Qin Tian's brow furrowed, and he berated them, his eyes showing impatience.
He looked at Brody and said,
"Currently, due to the fierce beast invasion, thousands of our compatriots have died, and even dozens of Law Enforcement Officers from the Zhen Ling Bureau have sacrificed their lives!"
"We cannot use the lives of our compatriots as a bargaining chip, can we?"
Brody remained silent for a moment, then said, "There's a stratagem called 'the trick of self-inflicted injury'..."
"I'll 'self-inflict injury' on your mother!"
Liu Feng charged forward, clenched his right fist, and instantly lunged!
Bang!
With a brute force punch, he sent Brody sprawling, even shattering the chair.
Then, he leaped and landed on top of him.
Liu Feng's eyes were filled with rage as he rained down punches.
Both were Gold-tier Beast Tamers, but Liu Feng had the element of surprise and was battle-hardened, completely dominating Brody.
Qin Tian exchanged glances with the other five teachers, appearing stunned and making no move.
However, a sense of satisfaction flickered in their eyes.
To call the lives of thousands of compatriots a "trick of self-inflicted injury" had enraged every single one of them at that moment.
But Liu Feng had no such reservations and didn't need to consider too much; he was a man of action.
A thought crossed everyone's minds: sometimes, letting Liu the Barbarian attend meetings wasn't so bad...
"Trick of self-inflicted injury? I'll show you what a 'trick of self-inflicted injury' is right now!"
Liu Feng showed no mercy, his fists, the size of sandbags, continuing to pound.
Bang, bang, bang!
"You're asking for death!"
Brody shielded his head with his arms, his own anger surging.
The space above his head cracked, and four Gold-tier contracted spirits roared, preparing to rescue their master.
But in that instant,
Qin Tian's expression shifted, and he too summoned his contracted spirit.
Four emerald green branches appeared, forcefully blocking the four Gold-tier contracted spirits.
The difference between King-tier and Gold-tier was not a small one!
After five minutes of relentless beating, Brody had lost the ability to shout.
He also understood that Qin Tian had intervened. If he provoked the others further, he might not escape unscathed.
Qin Tian finally spoke, "Alright, Old Liu, don't be rash!"
"Damn it, next time I see you, I'll beat you up again!"
Liu Feng slowly stood up, the anger in his heart largely dissipated.
"You guys..."
Brody staggered to his feet, his face bruised and swollen.
His left eye was now a perfect panda eye, making him look utterly ridiculous.
Liu Feng said calmly, "This is the explanation you wanted. You can go back to the Freedom Alliance!"
"Principal Qin, is this also your intention?"
Brody's gaze was filled with hatred as he looked at Qin Tian, understanding who the real decision-maker was.
"The Freedom Alliance is not qualified to demand an explanation from China! Mr. Brody, you may leave!"
Qin Tian's tone was calm but left no room for negotiation, directly issuing the order to leave.
"You guys?!"
Brody's heart skipped a beat, feeling a surge of indignation.
He was about to say something, but upon seeing the hostile glares of everyone else, he quickly and embarrassingly left the office.
"Damn, that guy who pushes his luck!"
Liu Feng stretched his body, feeling an immense sense of relief.
"Alright, Old Liu!"
Qin Tian patted his shoulder and said, "Look forward, don't let hatred cloud your heart, or your path to King-tier will be in vain!"
"Brother Qin, I'm already unable to move forward,"
Liu Feng chuckled and shook his head, "There were hidden circumstances behind what happened back then. It was definitely done by a powerful family within the Freedom Alliance!"
"I must avenge my teacher!"
Hatred still lingered in Liu Feng's eyes, unable to let go.
"Sigh..."
Qin Tian sighed and said nothing more.
Liu Feng stopped dwelling on it and changed the subject, asking, "By the way, Brother Qin, what's the progress on the investigation into the fierce beast invasion?"
"It will take some time, but I believe we will find the culprit!"
Qin Tian said, "Old Wang from the Investigation Department will give us a satisfactory answer!"
It would be foolish to investigate the species and whereabouts of the fierce beasts; the beasts were clearly controlled by skills.
Only by tracing the skills could the most accurate answers be found.
"Alright, the meeting is adjourned!"
Qin Tian announced, ending the day's meeting.
...
On campus, Noah sprinted towards the principal's building.
At that moment, he saw a familiar figure.
"Teacher, I was..."
Noah immediately rushed forward, but as soon as he saw his teacher's appearance, he abruptly stopped himself.
Teacher and student stared at each other, falling into a deep silence...
Especially their panda eyes, one on the right, one on the left.
Both in size and the degree of bruising, they looked as if they had been inflicted by the same hand...
Both looked dejected, and a similar thought occurred to them:
Is this an academy or a base for bandits?