Chapter 87: Quarrel between Sworn Enemies

For the whole morning, Qiao Mulan and Jiang Mosheng stayed in the dormitory, helping Yu Jinli get used to the new environment. When the morning class was over, they had to leave. Yu Jinli grabbed Jiang Mosheng’s hand, not wanting him to go as he spoke: “Ah Sheng, aren’t you staying?” After the novelty of a new school and a new environment wore off, Yu Jinli was more perturbed than ever. Back in his previous world, he was never lonely because he always had master shifu and sect-brother by his side. Having been thrown into this world, he met Jiang Mosheng on his first day here, who smothered his fluster before he felt it. This was the first time that he was going to leave his family and stay in a new environment. His original upset which was suppressed now started to surface. “Good little chestnut, I’m going to go through the report to the principal first. We’ll be at the same school from now on, and you can see me anytime you want.” Jiang Mosheng consoled him. If it hadn’t been for the strict rules of the academy and the fact that he was a soldier, he would have had the little one live in his dorm instead of putting him in a dormitory with other guys. “Really?” asked Yu Jinli in surprise. Ah Sheng is going to stay in the school with him. Wonderful! He could see Ah Sheng every day! “Of course. I’ll see you later,” said Jiang Mosheng smilingly. Yu Jinli was finally relieved because Jiang Mosheng had never broken a promise he made to him. Since Ah Sheng said he could see him in the afternoon, then he would. “Well, see you later, Ah Sheng. Bye, mom.” Yu Jinli waved at them happily. “Take care of little chestnut when you are here. This is his first time at school. Nor has he met so many strangers. I’m worried about him,” said Qiao Mulan anxiously with a slight frown. She had had such concern all this time but she didn’t want to show it in front of Yu Jinli. Now she was left with her son, all her worries emerged. Thanks to god that her son had applied to work here. Otherwise, she would keep worrying about little chestnut. “Yes,” answered Jiang Mosheng with a nod. Right now, in the principal’s office. “Mr. Principal, Major General Jiang is going to be an instructor at Machine Armor Science?” came a shivering voice with excitement. It was an old man who was nearly bold. He stood in front of Xiao Guotai with exhilaration. He had wanted to invite Jiang Mosheng over to instruct his students shortly after his graduation. Though Jiang Mosheng graduated from Mutant School, he was best at Machine Armor Science, better than the best graduates of Machine Armor Science. However, no matter how many times Machine Armor Science School invited him, Jiang Mosheng didn’t have the time to come over. Besides, not only Machine Armor Science School, but also Mutant School wanted to invite him back. As a result, Machine Armor Science School and Mutant School became sworn enemies because of Jiang Mosheng. The two rubbed each other the wrong way and turned everything into competitions. Now the news that Jiang Mosheng was going to be a teacher at Machine Armor Science School made its Dean feel as excited as if he had won the lottery. At this point, the door to the principal’s office burst open. Another old man with slightly white hair asked as soon as he ran inside: “Mr. Principal, I’ve heard that Jiang Mosheng is coming back as a teacher, isn’t he?” As soon as Zhou Ruiming heard the news, he rushed over to the principal’s office, afraid that other schools would get Jiang Mosheng first. However, out of his expectation, he was still a step late. It was a particularly bad omen when he saw Shen Yian, his sworn enemy here. “Right. He is going to be a teacher at Machine Armor Science School,” said Shen Yian, pleased, as he looked at his sworn enemy. All the students of Mutant School were mutants, while Machine Armor Science School had very few mutant students, most of whom were ordinary people with strong physiques. Because of that, Machine Armor Science School was always overpowered by Mutant School. That Jiang Mosheng was willing to come and teach at Machine Armor Science School was definitely the biggest event in years that Shen Yian had been a step ahead of Zhou Ruiming. It was worth celebrating! “He graduated from Mutant School. If he comes back as a teacher, he should come to Mutant School,” retorted Zhou Ruiming. “But he chose Machine Armor Science School.” Shen Yian was more than happy to see Zhou Ruiming’s angry face,. “You!” Enraged by Shen Yian’s provoking and arrogant expression, Zhou Ruiming couldn’t let out his angry yet so he turned to the principal who had the final say and spoke: “Mr. Principal, I believe you know how important Mutant School is to our academy. Jiang Mosheng also graduated from there. Now he comes back to teach, he should return to Mutant School.” “Don’t even think about it. It was Major General Jiang’s own decision to teach at Machine Armor Science School.” Shen Yian provoked Zhou Ruiming on purpose. Though it was Jiang Mosheng’s decision, Shen Yian was worried that the principal would be persuaded by Zhou Ruiming and went to Jiang Mosheng to change his mind, which would be a loss for Machine Armor Science School. With Jiang Mosheng as an instructor, he believed that Machine Armor Science School would take a step forward. He wouldn’t let Mutant School take Jiang Mosheng away no matter what! Both Zhou Ruiming and Shen Yian were hot-tempered and impulsive. Usually, when the two met, it was like a clash between Mars and Earth. Now, they were arguing over the same person. The conflict escalated. If they weren’t in the principal’s office, they would have started fighting already. If the students of the two schools saw this, they would certainly be astounded. Xiao Guotai was hard-pressed about the situation. He was happy to have Jiang Mosheng back as a teacher. Besides, he could guess a bit inside story, knowing that Jiang Mosheng wouldn’t stay as a teacher for long. When Jiang Mosheng’s health completely recovered, he would return to military headquarter. Even though Jiang Mosheng was going to stay for a short time, it would be good news for the students of the academy. If possible, Xiao Guotai would love to see Jiang Mosheng teach at Mutant School, but given his health... Xiao Guotai sighed quietly. For now, it was more suitable for Jiang Mosheng to teach at Machine Armor Science School. However, clearly, Xiao Guotai couldn’t tell anyone else the reason behind that. When Xiao Guotai was in the plight of a quarrel, there came another knock on the door. “Come in!” He calmed himself down and said. With bared teeth and brandished claws, Zhou Ruiming and Shen Yian immediately reverted to their usual calm image as deans as soon as they heard the knock on the door, the rapidity of which was staggering. “Mr. Principal, I’m Jiang Mosheng, new instructor at Machine Armor Science School!” With a perfect salute, Jiang Mosheng said loudly. Both Zhou Ruiming and Shen Yian turned to Jiang Mosheng with glowing eyes at his voice. They looked as if they wanted to abduct Jiang Mosheng back to their own school at once. Shen Yian in particular. When he heard Jiang Mosheng’s introduction, his smile was so wide that the corner of his lips was touching his ears. “Good, good. Major General Jiang, you are a hero at such a young age. With your help, Machine Armor Science School will take a big step forward,” said Shen Yian with a big grin. Zhou Ruiming snorted unhappily. Given Jiang Mosheng’s word, he couldn’t change the fact that the young man was going to teach at Machine Armor Science School. However, he was unwilling to give up since Jiang Mosheng used to be a student of Mutant School. Why should he teach at any other school? Especially not Machine Armor Science School, the sworn enemy of Mutant School. “Ah Sheng, you should have told me that you were coming back to teach so I could arrange a better position for you. With your abilities, going to Machine Armor School would be a waste of your talent,” said Zhou Ruiming seriously. “What did you just say? Your school is the one that will stifle real talent. What is wrong with Machine Armor School? Without my pupils as a powerful backing, yours will be nothing,” said Shen Yian, fuming. Seeing that the two were about to quarrel again, Xiao Guotai hurriedly opened his mouth as a peacemaker. “Nice to see you, Dean Zhou. I’m afraid I won’t prove equal to the task given my health,” said Jiang Mosheng sincerely. Though he wasn’t simply here to teach, he would be responsible for his pupils now that he was an instructor. He wouldn’t mess with the students’ future. When Jiang Mosheng spoke about his health, Zhou Ruiming turned silent. Although he didn’t know Jiang Mosheng’s exact conditions, he knew the young man was struggling on the verge of death not long ago. No matter how unwilling he was to give that old man Shen Yian a head start, Zhou Ruiming was left without a choice. “Ah Sheng, come over to Mutant School and help me with those naughty kids when you have the time. If they are half as good as you, I don’t need to worry about them anymore,” said Zhou Ruiming. “Yes, Mr. Dean!” answered Jiang Mosheng at once. Zhou Ruiming was already Dean of Mutant School when Jiang Mosheng studied in the academy. He used to give Jiang Mosheng a lot of help so Jiang Mosheng wanted to return the favor if he could. “Well, I’ll let you off this time, old man.” Zhou Ruiming glared at Shen Yian. His pupil ended up with his sworn enemy. If it wasn’t for Jiang Mosheng’s health, Shen Yian wouldn’t be so lucky. As soon as he saw Zhou Ruiming’s expression, Shen Yian knew he must be slandering him quietly. Usually, he wouldn’t let Zhou Ruiming go easily. But now that Zhou Ruiming just had such a big defeat, he was over the moon, so he acted as a bigger person and didn’t bother with him this time. “Then I’ll trust the children of Machine Armor Science School to you, Mr. Jiang. Don’t go easy on them,” said Shen Yian smilingly. With the youngest major general of the Federation as an instructor, those children would get their act together and improve themselves, wouldn’t they? “Yes, Dean Shen,” answered Jiang Mosheng. “Well, now that everything is settled, you may leave. Ah Sheng, remember you are giving lessons this afternoon,” said Xiao Guotai as he waved at them and cleared his office. Nodding at the principal and two deans, Jiang Mosheng left quickly. He was going to take Yu Jinli to lunch.