The system is very abstract, fortunately I am also.

Chapter 399 Wu Huizhen felt she couldn't distinguish between the king and queen anymore.
Lin Li was playing on his phone.

so amazing.

Lin Li discovered that when he turned on the "airplane" icon in his phone's status bar, the "mobile data" icon, which looked like the Twin Towers, would go dark.

Cell phones, aren't they amazing?
"Click."

Hearing the sound behind him, Lin Li turned around and looked at Li Pingxing, who was returning from the restroom.

"Sasuke, shall we continue?" Lin Li put his phone aside and asked, gesturing with his chin.

“Okay, teacher.” Li Zuozhu nodded, took a deep breath, and, bearing the heavy burden of the crown, sat down at his desk.

The two continued their class.

[Accepting the commission, I will sincerely teach the monks for three periods (2/3)]

The message popped up.

(1/3) This notification popped up by the system just ten minutes after Lin Li used the argument that "the prince is a milk dragon" to encourage Sasuke.

Now, Lin Li has deduced the criteria for judging "one hour": he needs to have one hour of teaching time in words.

The reason why it wasn't counted even though it was a full hour before was because the time he spent doing Sasuke and Nailong doing their homework without any guidance was not included in the calculation.

Furthermore, if the system notices that Sasuke is distracted but doesn't point it out and just keeps talking to himself, it won't be recognized by the system.

I guess it's because doing so would imply that they weren't genuinely committed to teaching.

Lin Li was glad he arrived early today, otherwise he probably wouldn't have been able to complete the task tonight.

After all, the "temporary" time required for this kind of request would definitely take more than an hour in reality—there has to be rest time and time for Sasuke to think for himself.

Fortunately, Lin Li came directly to Wu Huizhen's house after dinner tonight.

It's only a little past 8:20.

If you're quick, it'll be done by 9:30; if you're slow, it can be finished before 10:00.

This time is definitely too late, but Sasuke and Wu Huizhen should be able to accept it.

Lin Li didn't want to give up either, since it would be quite troublesome if this task had to be completed in two parts—he couldn't very well say that he would try the trial class twice.

"Sasuke, don't get distracted, don't forget your grand ambition." Noticing that Lee Sasuke was somewhat distracted, Lin Li immediately reminded him gently.

"Sorry, teacher."

Sasuke jolted awake, his unfocused pupils refocusing.

He subconsciously glanced back at the tightly closed door, where the challenge from "I am Milk Dragon" could still be faintly heard.

hateful.

I am the Milk Dragon!
He roared silently in his heart, but the exhaustion from the intense studying made him sigh. He couldn't remember the last time he had studied so diligently for such a long time, so Li Zuozhu couldn't help but ask:

"Teacher, is the path of the Milk Dragon always so painful? Or is it only like this when you're a child?"

Damn, "This Milk Dragon Isn't So Milky".

Lin Li calmly shook his head:

"The struggle between the Milk Dragons has always been like this. My granting of a new title is already an act of mercy. Your Highness, you must strive forward to live up to this promise."

"I understand!" Sasuke nodded emphatically, gritting his teeth.

Hanging my head from the rafters and pricking my thigh with an awl—that's my determination to become the Milk Dragon!

Sasuke looked up at the ceiling. Hanging his head from the beam was a difficult task, so he gritted his teeth, picked up the pen on the table, and plunged it into his thigh.

"?"

Lin Li: "Why did you stab my thigh?"

Hearing Lin Li gasp, Sasuke felt much more awake.

"Teacher, I was trying to cheer myself up, and then I pricked the wrong spot."

"walk slowly."

……

Task 5 is complete.

[You have received the following rewards: Improved Physique: Comprehension increased by 10%, Spell Effectiveness increased by 50%; System Currency *100]

Lin Li breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing the system message.

The time difference was about what I expected, and the class lasted until 9:40 pm.

Unfortunately, as the course progressed, it became significantly more difficult for Sasuke to concentrate.

After nine o'clock, Wu Huizhen came in several times in surprise—she thought it was already a miracle that Li Pingxing could hold on until eight-thirty.

"Sasuke, that's all for tonight. Thanks for your hard work." Lin Li picked up a few pieces of apple that had turned yellow from oxidation with a toothpick, stood up and stretched.

"Phew—" Li Zuozhu breathed a sigh of relief, but then looked intently at Lin Li with a final question in his eyes:

"Teacher, who do you think is more qualified to become... the Milk Dragon?"

"Of course it's you!" Lin Li gave a thumbs up without hesitation, his tone resolute: "If there is only one dragon to be supreme in this world, I assure you, Sasuke, is the only one who deserves it!"

"You are not far from that throne!"

"Thank you, teacher!" With the personal endorsement of Imperial Tutor Lin Li, Sasuke's face blossomed into a pure and excited smile, as if all his fatigue had been worth it.

I'm straight now for life!

"My mission is complete. I already know who will take the title of Dragon Healer. The dust has settled." Lin Li walked towards the door, his tone carrying a hint of farewell. "Sasuke, may we meet again someday."

Since the system didn't pop up any additional tasks, Lin Li naturally couldn't just say he was going to be a tutor for a fixed period of time and then he left.

"Teacher, wait!"

"What's wrong?" Lin Li turned around.

"Teacher, I don't want this to be the last time we meet. As the Imperial Tutor, would you like to join the organization I created? My organization needs a wise man like you!" Li Zuozhu's eyes were burning, and his tone was firm and pleading.

Lin Li raised an eyebrow, as if he had mentioned something like that before.

Considering that Li Zuozhu had perfectly cooperated with him to complete the mission tonight, Lin Li naturally wouldn't hesitate to provide him with some emotional value.

Therefore, Lin Li decisively showed a very interested expression and asked, "Oh? Your Highness, what is the name of the organization you created, and what does it do?"

When Li Zuozhu talked about this, his expression immediately became one of barely suppressed excitement, his eyes brimming with the fervor of a missionary:

"My organization's name was given to me by a friend; it's called 'Shadowhunter'—hunting those mysterious shadows buried in the shadows is what our organization does! The organization's codename is..."

Lin Li: "?"

What are you babbling about? What are you obsessed with?
Sasuke, it seems your friend has developed some kind of extraordinary influence.

It's hard to imagine whether this organization represents chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) or a kind of "apricot syndrome".

But seeing that Li Zuozhu's eyes were clear and pure, and that boys who develop slowly don't really have the skills to do handicrafts in the first year of junior high school, it seems that he must be the former.

Then, Lin Li revealed a profound smile: "Sasuke, if it were this organization... I would have been in it long ago."

I've been...addicted for a long time!

Lee Sasuke was taken aback at first, then suddenly realized what was going on, and his eyes shone brightly!
Understood.

The teacher meant... that he was always with me!
"Thank you, Master! Now that you've joined the organization, we're all family! If you're ever killed, I'll definitely avenge you! I swear!" Li Zuozhu said excitedly.

Lin Li: "..."

Not necessarily.

Lin Li smiled and waved his hand, then pushed open the bedroom door and walked into the living room.

In the living room, Wu Huizhen's husband had returned home, but he was nowhere to be seen; he was probably in the master bedroom.

Wu Huizhen sat on the sofa, with little Li Pingchen nestled beside her, fast asleep. So Lin Li lowered his footsteps and spoke softly: "Auntie, it's over."

"Thank you for your hard work! You've worked so hard!" Wu Huizhen quickly stood up, her eyes full of gratitude.

"It wasn't hard work at all," Lin Li waved his hand.

"So... Lin Li, what do you think of Ping Xing... really is?"

Wu Huizhen took a few steps closer, glanced at Li Pingxing who was still sitting upright at his desk in the room, and then looked at Lin Li with anticipation and inquiry in her eyes.

"He's very good, really." Lin Li first expressed his approval of Sasuke, but before Wu Huizhen could try to persuade him to stay, he continued with a smile:

"But Auntie, after trying it, I found that tutoring doesn't really arouse my enthusiasm, and I don't have any intention of making money for the time being, so I can't get over my own conscience if I do it regularly."

“No need for a fixed schedule! You can cancel anytime if you have something to do! We would be very happy to welcome you even if you only come occasionally!” Wu Huizhen said eagerly.

Seeing the results today, Wu Huizhen knew one thing: if she let Lin Li go, she would definitely regret it.

“Auntie,” Lin Li shook his head, his tone firm, “It’s not good to keep taking leave; it’s become a burden.”

However, Lin Li then changed the subject and made a promise, "But don't worry, Pingxing and I have already added each other on QQ. He can contact me on QQ anytime he encounters any difficulties in his studies."

I will answer your questions whenever I have time.

Besides, who knows, maybe one day I'll want to earn some pocket money again. I'll definitely contact you first then, and you can give me that chance again, okay?

Lin Li ultimately did not rule out the possibility of a definitive conclusion.

After all, who knows if the system will issue similar tasks again in the future?

Having a backup plan gives you more opportunities later.

"I see... Well, well..." Seeing that Lin Li had made up his mind, Wu Huizhen could only suppress her regret and nod helplessly.

"Then, Auntie, I'll be going now." Lin Li pointed to the door, and then, seeing Wu Huizhen looking towards the master bedroom as if preparing to call someone, he anticipate her words and continued:
"Auntie, there's no need to ask Uncle to take me. I came by bicycle, and it'll be more convenient for me to ride back."

“Oh… okay, but Lin Li, you must be hungry this late, right? How about I cook you some late-night snacks at the food street downstairs or at home? We have dumplings, wontons, and noodles at home…” But Wu Huizhen’s enthusiasm remained undiminished.

After all, Lin Li is a friend's child, and since Lin Li didn't accept anything tonight, this kind of enthusiasm is perfectly normal.

"Thank you, Auntie, but really, it's not necessary. I bought a cake and it's in the fridge; it'll spoil if we don't eat it tonight." Lin Li made up a quick excuse to refuse, while simultaneously retreating to the entryway to change his shoes. "Then take some of these food and drinks with you. If you refuse again, Auntie will get angry..."

Wu Huizhen quickly brought over a gift bag of snacks and drinks that had been prepared on the coffee table in the living room.

Knowing that refusing again would lead to a long and drawn-out argument, and considering it was also a token of the other party's goodwill, Lin Li smiled and nodded in acceptance.

"Goodbye, Auntie."

"Goodbye, Lin Li. I don't want to be a tutor anymore. You can come to my house to play next time you have time."

Reaching the landing at the top of the stairs, Lin Li glanced at the light above casually, noticing it was still on.

The door was still open. Wu Huizhen bent down, picked up Lin Li's slippers, skillfully put them in a clean plastic bag prepared on the shoe cabinet, sealed it, and put it back in its original place.

Lin Li: "?"

So it turns out it's not new, but rather resealed in plastic bags after each use by a guest?
Damn, Lin Li initially thought that Wu Huizhen had bought a new pair of slippers especially for him.

Seeing this scene, Lin Li could only feel...

learned.

Go back and find a place to collect a pair of slippers that have been worn by people with onychomycosis or athlete's foot for a long time. Carefully put them in a bag and take them out for Bai Bufan to wear next time he comes to your house.

In this way, Bai Bufan would never suspect that he had set up the scheme until he was tormented to death by athlete's foot and onychomycosis.

Jie Jie Jie.

Thinking of the beautiful scene at Bai Bufan's funeral, Lin Li couldn't help but smile.

I wanted to hum a little.

Lin Li then took out his phone.

Lin Li: My tutoring session is over. I'm going home now.

Chen Yuying: How are you feeling?

Lin Li: I was born to do this job. I think you can totally hire me to be your tutor (your dad has to be away) (preferably your mom is away too) (no security cameras allowed) (you can't lock me in the basement like a yandere (well, if you're nice to me, I might be able to)).

Chen Yuying: ?

Chen Yuying: With so many demands, I won't invite you.

Lin Li: As expected, I am the man you can't have.

Lin Li: Baby, do you like children?

Chen Yuying: I quite like it. Is your relative's child interesting? Why do you ask that?

Lin Li: That's not important. What's important is how many children we'll have in the future.

Chen Yuying: Pervert.

"Lin Li: 'Born until you're a monster?' Quite challenging, but I like it. [Greasy chin rub]"

Chen Yuying: "I'll give you a punch."

After flirting with Chen Yuying, Lin Li swiped his finger and opened another contact.

Lin Li: Teacher, thank you for your hard work!

Xue Jian: It's not hard work, it's just bad luck.

Xue Jian: Is there something wrong? If not, I'll delete it.

Lin Li: ?

……

into the night.

Wu Huizhen's home, master bedroom.

"I had a business dinner today and drank a bit too much. I'm not feeling well," the man said, his voice tinged with apology and a hint of embarrassment.

Wu Huizhen: "You came in?"

“Wife,” the man laughed instead, with a hint of teasing, “that’s going too far, it’s a bit hurtful.”

"Alright, alright, I'll buy you something to nourish yourself another day," Wu Huizhen smiled and shook her head, putting her pajamas back on and getting up. "I'm going out to get a glass of water, do you want some?"

"One drink, please." The man nodded.

Wu Huizhen unlocked the door, which had been locked from the inside to prevent the children from suddenly barging in, and walked into the living room.

However, without the soundproofing of the door, a suppressed, intermittent sobbing immediately entered my ears.

Chenchen's crying?
Chenchen is already asleep.

Wu Huizhen frowned and immediately turned to the second bedroom.

The crying was indeed coming from inside. She straightened her face and pushed open the door.

The lights were still on in the room. The youngest son, Li Pingchen, was sitting on the bed, wailing loudly. He paused when he heard the door open, but upon seeing Wu Huizhen, he immediately resumed crying, pointing at Li Pingxing and calling out, "Mommy—!"

"My brother kept shouting next to me..."

Meanwhile, his eldest son, Li Pingxing, was wrapped in a blanket as a cloak, standing coldly at the foot of the bed, letting out a cold snort:
"Calling for Mommy won't help, I'm Milk Dragon!"

Hearing this, Li Nailong cried even louder, pounding the bed with his left and right hands alternately: "He keeps shouting this! But I'm Nailong! I'm Nailong! My brother isn't Nailong!"

"Don't even think about it. I won't indulge you anymore. I am the Milk Dragon!"

Li Pingchen: "I'm the Milk Dragon!"

Li Pingxing: "I am the Milk Dragon!"

"I am the one who..."

Wu Huizhen: "(；☉_☉)?"

Seeing the two arguing about who was the real Milk Dragon and almost coming to blows again, Wu Huizhen, who was about to scold Li Pingxing, was completely petrified.

What did I see?
What did I hear?
Don't we only have one baby dragon at home?

Wu Huizhen snapped out of her daze, went over and sat down next to Li Pingchen, gently patting his back to comfort him: "Don't cry, Chenchen, don't cry, don't cry..."

Then she glared at her immature son with annoyance: "Xingxing, how old are you? What are you doing acting like a little dragon? Why are you arguing with Chenchen about this?"

Li Pingchen's eyes widened upon hearing this: "It's precisely because I'm big that, according to the code of ethics, I should be the Milk Dragon! I should be the King; I'm just taking back everything that belongs to me!"

Wu Huizhen: "?"

What are you mumbling about? Go to the kitchen and cook two dishes, then go and hand over your two hundred yuan New Year's money.

Seeing that Wu Huizhen did not agree, Li Pingxing's face darkened: "Mother, do you think my brother is the real dragon? Do you... also want to become my enemy? Do you also want to... dance?"

Then Li Pingxing stepped forward, his aura full of imposing force: "Mother, make your choice! There can only be one of us, my brother and me! Two dragons cannot share one mountain! You must choose me or him!"

“Pick me! Mom! I’m the Milk Dragon! I’m the Milk Dragon!” Li Pingchen looked at Wu Huizhen upon hearing this.

Wu Huizhen looked at her two sons, both of whom were looking at her, and felt as if her facial features were twitching uncontrollably in different directions.

Their gazes shifted between the two.

To be honest, Wu Huizhen wasn't sure who the Milk Dragon was, but she was certain there were no humans in front of her.

"Chenchen is a milk dragon. Chenchen is a milk dragon."

But Li Pingchen had barely managed to stop his tears. Li Pingxing was already an adult; being childish was one thing, but it was unnecessary. So Wu Huizhen naturally knew who to choose at this moment.

Upon hearing this, Li Pingchen immediately beamed with joy.

But while some rejoice, others grieve.

"The rain is getting heavier."

The blanket slipped off Li Pingxing, and he looked up at the ceiling, his voice mournful, filled with the sorrow of being toyed with by fate:
"Teacher Lin Li is right. The battle between the Milk Dragons has always been like this. It's really... cruel."

Wu Huizhen: "?"

And what about Lin Li?
Before she could press Lin Li for details, Li Pingxing had already turned away resolutely, her footsteps pounding as she rushed out the door, leaving behind only a declaration filled with anger and resentment that echoed in the room:

"But Mother, your favoritism is useless. The one who truly decides the position of the Imperial Concubine is Father. The harem is interfering in politics, this is outrageous! I want to sleep with Father tonight! Humph!"

Wu Huizhen looked at the door, which was still trembling slightly, and rubbed her temples, feeling both amused and exasperated.

Alright, alright, let's give the older one to his father.

"Chenchen, come on, it's time to sleep..."

……

The door to the master bedroom opened, and the man came out.

"Is Xingxing asleep?" Wu Huizhen, who was looking at her phone and drinking water in the dimly lit living room, looked up and asked.

"Yeah, she fell asleep in no time. Where's Chenchen?"

"They've gone to sleep too."

"Why aren't the lights on?" The man casually switched on the living room light, and seeing his wife's furrowed brows and lifeless expression, he paused, then asked, "What's wrong? Looks like you have something on your mind?"

Wu Huizhen took a deep breath, tossed her phone aside, shook her head, and remained silent.

The man sat down next to her and casually picked up Wu Huizhen's phone.

Ah Min: Hahahaha.

"Ah Min: You didn't believe me, did you? Your two kids are under his spell now, aren't they?"

"Ah Min: I've already told you, but you just don't believe me."

"Ah Min: Let me make this clear first, please don't involve me in Lin Li's behavior. I'm not familiar with him."

Ah Min: (Voiceover: "Hahahahaha")

(End of this chapter)