Chapter 4, The Cost of Unpunctuality

Ten minutes! Still a little short. However, the person has not yet arrived, very well, you will pay the price for your lack of punctuality, this is truly a brilliant irony

Aren't you in class? How did you end up here?" Moshen asked with a frown, this was the opening line he had prepared in advance, and he found it very natural and reasonable

Fifteen minutes! It seems a bit too late, but success depends on human effort

Actually, I have nothing to do right now, why not go over now? said Lu Ping

"Hmm, 10:30, do not forget," Moshen reminded.

Then... well! Lu Ping hesitated for a moment and finally accepted Mo Sen's arrangement

The little rascal actually ran away in the middle of the class

Yes, it should be this way

No need, no need, I can walk by myself, you all go ahead and do your own things

With age, physical strength is also lacking. Although the Six Spirits possess a total of seventeen realms, the Spirit of Strength, which is closely related to physical fitness, has not even reached a single realm. This is a hereditary trait of their family, resulting in a significant dullness in the perception of the Spirit of Strength.

The unexpected response immediately caused Moshen to feel a bit flustered. It was certainly not the right time to proceed; he still needed to make some preparations, as he intended to turn all of this into an accident.

After studying the structure of the viewing pavilion, Mo Sen began to take action. Busy and bustling, he worked up a sweat, and time flew by quickly. After completing the anticipated first part of the work, Mo Sen glanced at the time.

However, upon seeing Lu Ping walking on the deserted road, Mo Sen suddenly had a thought.

At this moment, Mo Sen was only thinking about having a hearty meal and then going back to enjoy a good sleep. As a result, he happened to see Lu Ping and Su Tang walking out of the cafeteria, and they exchanged glances.

Upon Moshen's arrival, he glanced at the time: 9:35. Thus, he became even more certain of how deliberate it was to push the time from 10:00 to 10:30.

It is unclear and still under investigation. Professor Hoff stated that, based on the extent of the damage, this person is clearly not intending to demolish the viewing pavilion, but rather has ulterior motives related to the collapse of the pavilion

It is surprising that there are such individuals in the academy

Upon careful consideration, I indeed forgot to emphasize that it was in the morning at that time

"Oh, Teacher Mosen? We meet again." Lu Ping greeted Mosen, appearing quite surprised.

At this time, most students are concentrated in the Zhai Feng Building for classes, and there are very few people active in the college. Taking advantage of this moment, if we call Lu Ping to a secluded place, wouldn't it minimize the risk?

Five minutes! Oh dear, still a little short, but that guy hasn't arrived yet, there is still time, just delay a bit longer, you fool

Mosen had already devised a plan to create an accident in his mind. He decided to take action under a viewing pavilion in the garden. This pavilion had long been dilapidated, and its collapse would likely not surprise anyone; what he needed to do was to make this align with his intentions

That is not the case, but after inspecting it, Professor Hoff stated that someone had damaged the structure of the viewing pavilion

Understood

Unskilled and unlearned! He finally thought of the words he should say and criticized sternly.

Waiting until 10:30 PM? That would be foolish; coming back in the evening is better. However, what if that person is not waiting for the evening but has simply arrived an hour late in a very shameful manner?

The shout attracted the attention of many people, who hurried over to inquire.

The news spread, and opinions varied widely. The students were all discussing this matter, and such voices continuously passed by Moshen.

This ... ... seems to be an opportunity

Mosen's heart suddenly tightened

Ah! Mo Sen suddenly came to his senses, realizing that Su Tang had somehow appeared beside him, having called out to him countless times without him noticing.

It is quite easy to take the bait! Mo Sen felt pleased and then said: "Ten o'clock, no, let's make it ten thirty instead, to that garden in the northwest district. Do you know where it is?"

Ninety points! Mo Sen felt satisfied and once again awarded himself a high score of ninety.

What is wrong with you? Your complexion looks quite poor," Su Tang asked with concern

After much contemplation, Mo Sen ultimately made this decision. An hour later, he left the Northwest District Garden feeling both exhausted and hungry. On his way to the cafeteria, his legs felt somewhat weak.

Indeed, it is terrifying. Who could it be

I... I am fine. I did some work in the morning and I am a bit tired. I need to rest," Moshen said.

What else can one hope for, but to hurt others

Ah! Is anyone hurt?

Mosen let out a sigh of relief and nodded: "Alright, let's proceed this way!"

Mosen carefully controlled his stride, trying not to walk too fast or too slow, his gaze fixed straight ahead, completely avoiding any glance to the left or right

However, in the blink of an eye, it is already 11 o'clock, and half an hour has passed since the agreed time, yet not even the shadow of Lu Ping has been seen.

It must be so

Perhaps that young man will be late

Fifteen minutes! Huh, it's done. This guy actually arrived fifteen minutes late, truly unreliable. However, because of this, he completely ruined his last chance for survival, how tragic.

Does this guy think it is 10:30 in the evening

It was indeed quite embarrassing to be discovered earlier, but at present, Mo Sen felt that his nonchalant demeanor could at least score a ninety. Little did he know that this "ninety" performance made his movements appear exceedingly affected, provoking laughter from Lu Ping and leading to yet another uproar in the classroom.

Daring not to use the power of the soul, he relied entirely on his own physical strength, which was by no means easy for Mo Sen. Initially, there was a sense of anticipation supporting him, but after two hours of waiting, this strength had been completely exhausted

The viewing pavilion at Garden No. 18 in the Northwest District has collapsed

Mosen did not give up and quickened his pace. Although his efficiency has improved significantly, it is undoubtedly still very difficult to complete by 10:30

Do not forget," Moshen said, and truly did not want to say anything more; he just wanted to eat and rest as soon as possible. Just as he was about to leave, he heard Su Tang asking Lu Ping, "What is it?"

In a state of intense concentration, suddenly someone on the main road shouted while running: "Not good!"

Uh... this painfully candid response left Mo Sen at a loss for words

"Teacher Mosen." The two greeted him together

"Since you have nothing to do anyway, help me out in a bit, and I can slightly forgive you for damaging my sleeping lotus." Mosen began his plan

Fifty-five minutes should be enough, right

"Oh, alright, what is it?" Lu Ping asked

Lu Ping! Mo Sen suddenly regained some spirit.

10:15

Teacher Moshen, Teacher Moshen

When that fellow arrives, it will be just so, in this manner...

Yes, goodbye, Teacher Mosen

Ah? What kind of person would do such a thing

Truly disappointing, untrustworthy, and disrespectful of time. Mo Sen inwardly scolded Lu Ping harshly, yet after another half hour, Lu Ping still had not appeared

Mosen felt somewhat relieved, as it seemed that this kid indeed treated it as if it were 10:30 PM.

Hmm. Moshen nodded, watching Lu Ping leave until he could no longer see his figure. He took a detour, accelerated, and headed straight for the northwest area of the academy. This garden is located at the farthest point of Zhaifeng Academy, and its planning is not particularly good. However, that is the work of a landscape architect; Moshen is a horticulturist, and the difference in just one word signifies a significant difference in their work. Cultivating and nurturing various flowers, plants, and trees is his forte. Although this garden is not very popular, Moshen often comes here to conduct some peculiar cultivation experiments, and he is quite familiar with this place.

How could this be mentioned in front of Su Tang? With her asking like that, if Lu Ping responds and then something unexpected happens over there in the evening, it could easily lead to some associations, right

Has it really been forty minutes? Mo Sen was astonished; the passage of time exceeded his expectations, and he had completely overestimated his demolition abilities. However, he did not dare to use methods involving his soul power, as that would leave traces.

I don't know...

Mosen was furious, completely forgetting that Lu usually did not attend classes, and that the previous half was an extremely rare occurrence in the past three years

Did you see anyone go over there in the morning

"Oh, the classmates said that those who do not want to attend the class should please go out, so I came out," Lu Ping said

A plan quickly emerged in Mo Sen's mind, prompting him to move faster, taking a detour ahead. After organizing his thoughts behind a large tree, he approached Lu Ping with an air of nonchalance.

Let's wait for another hour

Oh no

Mosen completed everything and let out a breath. He was drenched in sweat, yet felt no fatigue at all. He began to eagerly anticipate the arrival of Lu Ping, looking forward to him being knocked over by the collapsed viewing pavilion

Oh, please be careful!

Feeling restless, he suddenly heard Lu Ping calling from behind: "Teacher Mo Sen, are we still going to Garden No. 18 tonight"

What kind of explanation can be used to smooth things over

I hope you haven't forgotten the matter I entrusted to you, have you?" Moshen said

Mosen did not want to give up halfway and was considering various possibilities. He did not stop, keeping an eye on the path behind him. It was 10:30, and Lu Ping had not appeared. Mosen felt a surge of joy in his heart; this guy was indeed unreliable and would be late, even if just for a moment, five minutes! He still had a chance to complete it.

Lu Ping smiled

Mosen was contemplating his plan to lure Lu Ping into the game, feeling that everything was absolutely perfect

"Be careful, be careful..." Mo Sen repeated these two words, which had taken on a different meaning in his heart. How should this matter come to a conclusion? Should he confess to the academy? He was only eliminating a scoundrel for Su Tang, the academy would understand, right? ... No, if it were a personal principle, perhaps it could be justified, but how could the academy's principles allow for one student to directly kill another just because of their influence? This is completely untenable from a moral standpoint; what he did was a bit excessive! ... No, if it were a personal principle, perhaps it could be justified, but how could the academy's principles allow for one student to directly kill another just because of their influence? This is completely untenable from a moral standpoint; what he did was a bit excessive!

Mosen was completely unaware. With a score of ninety points, he ultimately reached a distance he believed was far enough. Only then did he turn back and begin to contemplate what to do next. As a result, he saw Lu Ping jump out of the window.

At this time, there will definitely be no one here

Then let me take you back

Of course not, said Lu Ping

"No need!" Moshen quickly said in a tone that was resolute and beyond doubt, "You are not needed right now, come back at 10:30, that is all."