The Ultimate Borer

Chapter 408: Conversation on the Rooftop

Fang Mu ended his demonstration in KO One and walked back to the teacher's office.

Sunlight streamed through the blinds, casting streaks of light and shadow on the ground. He chose a workstation by the window and just as he sat down, he heard an enthusiastic voice from behind him.

"You must be the new teacher, Ms. Fang. Nice to meet you! I also just joined today, teaching physical education. My last name is..."

The person who spoke was Cao Jili, who was wearing a blue sports suit with his shirt tucked into his pants. He had a whistle hanging around his neck and his hair was disheveled and messy, looking very unkempt.

Fang Mutou didn't reply, but spat out three words coldly.

"I know, your last name is Cao!"

The smile on Cao Jili's face froze instantly, and he showed a hint of surprise, but he quickly regained his enthusiasm.

"It seems that Teacher Fang knows me. I am really a little terrified!"

Fang Mu turned around and looked at Cao Jili calmly, but his heart was filled with turmoil.

He knew Cao Jili's origins—a new generation of demon-exorcists from Demon Island, armed with the Demon Slash, and a clone of Cao Cao from the Silver Spacetime. As the descendant of a demon-exorcist and a psychic, Cao Jili possessed both the unique skills of Demon Island and a combat power index of 8000 points.

But Fang Mu didn't have a good impression of him. In the original plot, Cao Jili and Zhi Ge both liked Cai Yunhan.

"Teacher Cao, you're joking. We'll be working together in the future. We're all colleagues, so there's nothing to be nervous about!"

Fang Mu's tone was flat, and no emotion could be heard from it.

Cao Jili seemed unaware of Fang Mu's indifference and continued to smile.

"Teacher Fang is right! We must work together to teach these students well. By the way, what subject do you teach?"

“I teach history.”

Fang Mu responded briefly and then stood up.

"I have something to do when I go out."

Cao Jili looked at Fang Mu's departing back, touched his chin, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes.

……

As the bell rang for the end of get out of class, Cai Yunhan had just stepped out of the classroom when Hua Linglong, Qiu Qiu and others gathered around Lei Ting's seat, ready to discuss the next plan.

However, just as everyone stood still, four figures flashed through the classroom like ghosts, so fast that no one could react. When everyone regained their composure and looked back into the classroom, the seats occupied by Lei Ting, Zhong Wanjun, Gu Zhan, and Zhi Ge were already empty.

"What happened? Why did they suddenly disappear?"

Hua Linglong's eyes widened, his face full of confusion, and his signature narcissistic expression was now replaced by surprise.

Qiu Qiu frowned and crossed his arms across his chest.

"I always feel that things are not that simple. Looking at King's expression just now, it's obvious that he is angry!"

"It looks like Zhong Wanjun is going to have a hard time today!"

……

At the same time, Lei Ting and the other three had arrived at the school rooftop.

The iron gate of the rooftop rattled in the wind, and the flags around it fluttered in the wind, adding a tense atmosphere to this sudden meeting.

"you…"

Lei Ting grabbed Zhong Wanjun and looked at Gu Zhan, who was also holding Zhige, with a look of surprise.

"Let's talk about our own things and not interfere with each other!"

"agree!"

Lei Ting and Gu Zhan pulled the people in their hands to the two corners of the rooftop respectively.

Lei Ting was the first to break the silence. She turned to face Zhong Wanjun, her eyes revealing a hint of anger and confusion.

"Zhong Wanjun, as a KO1, why are you hiding your combat power index? Don't you understand that we have always fought side by side? Are you doing this because you don't trust us, or do you have another hidden agenda?"

Lei Ting's voice echoed on the rooftop, carrying with it an unavoidable question.

Zhong Wanjun lowered his head slightly, the sunlight blocked his eyes, making it impossible to see his expression.

He was silent for a moment, his hands clenching and unclenching unconsciously.

Gu Zhan also turned his gaze to Zhi Ge, anger burning in his eyes.

"Zhi Ge, I've always considered you my best brother, but why do you pretend to be weak in front of me? Every time you encounter danger, you always look timid. Have you been lying to me all this time?"

Zhi Ge's face turned slightly pale, his lips moved but no words came out.

For a moment, the rooftop fell into a dead silence. Lei Ting stared intently at Zhong Wanjun, while Gu Zhan stared intently at Zhi Ge. The air was thick with the smell of gunpowder, as if a war would break out at any moment.

After a long time, Zhong Wanjun slowly raised his head, his eyes full of tenderness and determination.

"Lei Ting, from the moment we became good friends, the phrase 'Lei Ting Wan Jun, super invincible' has been deeply engraved in my heart. I know you are strong, but I want to protect you even more. I use my strength to build a solid line of defense for you to keep you from any harm. I hide my combat power index because I don't want you to be involved in too many dangers. I want you to always be the carefree Lei Ting."

Zhong Wanjun's voice was low and powerful, and every word was filled with his deep feelings for Lei Ting.

Lei Ting felt mixed emotions. She walked forward and looked at Zhong Wanjun with a serious expression.

"Zhong Wanjun, you know what? What you did is really selfish. Aren't we best friends? When did it become like you protecting me? Even if I, Lei Ting, lost because of my inferior skills, it was because of my lack of strength. When did I need you to block everything for me?"

Zhong Wanjun looked at Lei Ting, a trace of guilt flashed in his eyes, and he nodded slightly.

"Lei Ting, I understand. I won't hide it anymore."

However, Lei Ting ignored Zhong Wanjun's words and walked away from the rooftop.

At this moment, Zhi Ge finally plucked up the courage to speak.

"Zhan, do you still remember our days in North Banana? Back then, I didn't like fighting, so every time there was a conflict, I could only choose to defend myself. But you always rushed to the front without hesitation and stood up for me. I was deeply impressed by your bravery and justice. I didn't want to destroy our friendship, and I didn't want you to think I was a burden. So I chose to play weak in front of you, just wanting to be your best friend forever."

Zhige's voice was trembling, and his face was full of sincerity.

Gu Zhan was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter. He walked forward and patted Zhi Ge's shoulder heavily.

"You idiot! We are brothers. How can brothers hide things from each other like this? No matter whether you are strong or weak, in my heart, you will always be my best brother!"

Zhi Ge raised his head and looked at Gu Zhan's hearty smile, tears of emotion flashing in his eyes.

"But..."

Gu Zhan's voice suddenly changed, and the expression on Zhi Ge's face also changed immediately.

"You're a KO2, and you're actually one rank higher than me. How about this? You'll pay for our meals this month, and... find a time to fight me!"

"what?"

Zhi Ge was a little surprised. He could still meet the first request, but the second one...

"If you dare to refuse, we won't even be brothers anymore!"