Chapter 45: Obey the Law
Jiang Tian's slap not only struck Bai Zunren's face but also hit everyone's hearts.
Bai Zunren spun through the air, and as he twirled, it felt like time itself had paused.
At that moment, it was as if everyone's minds had short-circuited.
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Shock Spreads Through the Crowd
That was Bai Zunren—
The strongest student in Yue City No. 1 Middle School.
The most powerful contender in the entire Yue City.
Someone with high-ranking scores, an abundance of resources, and a wealthy, influential family.
Among this generation's top talents, very few could even compare.
Yet now—
He had been knocked unconscious with a single slap.
He lay motionless on the ground, completely defeated.
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Realization Sets In
Many students imagined themselves in Bai Zunren's position.
If they had been slapped like that...
Would they even be alive?
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Suddenly, they understood—
Jiang Tian didn't cheat to get first place.
His strength was real.
And after witnessing his slap, they all acknowledged it.
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No. 14 Middle School in Shock
The students of No. 14 Middle School were in utter disbelief.
Guo Qihang, rubbing his face, muttered:
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"Jiang Tian isn't just a roll king..."
"He's a roll saint."
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He sighed dramatically.
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"How the hell did he hold back from showing off his strength all this time?"
"Was he just waiting for this moment?"
"His ability to pretend to be weak is truly on another level."
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At this moment, Guo Qihang was completely convinced.
Meanwhile, other students from No. 14 Middle School were rethinking their entire reality.
They had mocked Jiang Tian, thinking he was nothing special.
But the truth?
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They were the real clowns.
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The Four Vajras of No. 14 Middle School...
Were actually the Four Heavenly Kings.
And Jiang Tian?
He was the strongest of them all.
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Huang Xing Feels Proud
Huang Xing nodded in satisfaction, basking in the superiority of knowing the truth before everyone else.
He smirked as he watched his classmates' stunned faces.
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"Now you finally understand, huh?"
"My bro is a beast."
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Xue Ruyan vs. Bai Zunli Ends
Just then—
BANG!
The fight between Xue Ruyan and Bai Zunli came to an end.
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Bai Zunli had already been struggling, unable to match Xue Ruyan.
Then she saw her brother spinning through the air like a top—
And that moment of distraction became her downfall.
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Xue Ruyan shook her head.
Her eyes filled with disappointment.
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"Is this all you can do?"
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Her words hit Bai Zunli like a blade.
The humiliation cut deep.
But Bai Zunli didn't attack again.
She had sustained internal injuries during the fight.
If she forced herself to continue, it could jeopardize her martial arts college entrance exam.
So she endured the loss.
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Jiang Tian Humiliates Bai Zunren Further
Jiang Tian bent down, grabbed the unconscious Bai Zunren by the back of his collar, and lifted him up like a stray puppy.
Then, with a casual flick, he tossed him onto the ground in front of Bai Zunli.
The humiliation was complete.
Bai Zunli bit her lip.
Her eyes burned with resentment.
She helped her brother up, her voice hoarse with anger:
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"Do you two dare to bet against us in the martial arts college entrance exam?"
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She wasn't convinced.
She believed Jiang Tian and Xue Ruyan just got lucky in the awakening assessment.
She thought that with enough time and family resources, she and her brother could regain their positions.
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Jiang Tian's Response
Jiang Tian paused.
Then he shook his head.
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"I am a good student who follows the law."
"I don't gamble."
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Without another word, he turned away.
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Bai Zunli's face turned pale.
She gritted her teeth in fury.
But before she could say anything—
She saw Xue Ruyan looking at her.
With pity.
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Bai Zunli's Outburst
Bai Zunli's face turned red with rage.
She snapped at Xue Ruyan.
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"What do you mean by that?"
"Why are you looking at me like that?"
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But Xue Ruyan ignored her completely.
She turned and walked away, following Jiang Tian.
Bai Zunli was left trembling with frustration.
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Huang Xing Plays Wingman
Huang Xing watched the scene unfold.
He saw Jiang Tian walking alone with Xue Ruyan.
And he nodded to himself.
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"This is their moment."
"I won't get in the way."
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Jiang Tian, however, simply wanted to get away from the noise and wait for the exam to officially end.
That way, they could return to the human world without any more problems.
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Xue Ruyan Notices Something
After walking in silence for a while, Xue Ruyan suddenly spoke up.
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"Jiang Tian... were you planning to kill them?"
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When Jiang Tian fought earlier, she had felt it—
A familiar murderous aura.
The same cold killing intent he showed against the Starry Sky Gate members.
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Jiang Tian's Response
Jiang Tian didn't deny it.
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"Those two siblings are ruthless."
"They wanted to destroy your future."
"If you fight back, you shouldn't hold back either."
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Then he paused.
He glanced at the exam officials patrolling the area.
Then he sighed.
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"But we're still students."
"The law applies to us."
"If I killed them here, I'd be arrested."
"My parents would be heartbroken."
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Xue Ruyan listened carefully.
She nodded slowly.
Then, she smiled.
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"You're a very reliable teammate, Jiang Tian."
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She extended her hand toward him.
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"Thank you for everything."
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Jiang Tian looked at her hand.
Then, after a moment of hesitation, he shook it.
Their hands clasped for just a few seconds—
Before a loud cough interrupted them.
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Xue Ruyan turned her head sharply.
She froze in disbelief.
Her voice quivered.
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"A-Auntie...?"