Heroes Return

Just as Lin Jie was preparing to stay up all night researching various harem endings, the tablet Angela had prepared for him at school rang. A message requesting a call appeared in Lin Jie's eyes.

After confirming the call, Dong Xue'er's face appeared in front of Lin Jie the next moment.

"Lin Jie, you're still awake, aren't you?"

"Of course not. What do you need me for so late?"

"It's hard to explain over the phone, I'll wait for you outside the cafeteria," Dong Xue'er said to Lin Jie. "I'd better tell you these things in person."

"Okay! No problem, I'm coming right away." Upon hearing Dong Xue'er's words, Lin Jie hung up the communication and walked outside without saying another word.

Within minutes, Lin Jie appeared outside the cafeteria, while Dong Xue'er was already waiting at the cafeteria entrance.

"What's wrong?" Lin Jie asked as he approached Dong Xue'er.

"We're going inside to talk. Actually, it's about the S class you're going to take over," Dong Xue'er said to Lin Jie.

"Tch!" Lin Jie scoffed at this moment, "I thought you were calling me so late to talk about your lovesickness or something."

"Hehe, how about I return the chairman's room key to you?" Dong Xue'er said to Lin Jie with a smile.

Seeing Dong Xue'er's forced smile, Lin Jie decisively said, "Forget it, I'm not the kind of scum who would just barge into a girl's room in the middle of the night. Brother Cheng is watching me from heaven."

"Who exactly is this Brother Cheng you're talking about?" Dong Xue'er couldn't help but ask curiously.

"You'd better not know," Lin Jie replied. "Speaking of which, what exactly do you want to see me about?"

"Let's go inside and sit down to talk," Dong Xue'er said, leading Lin Jie to a relatively secluded spot in the cafeteria.

"I hope you can find a way to change the current situation of Class S," Dong Xue'er said to Lin Jie.

What do you mean?

“首先你可能对S半班有点误解。”冬雪儿说道：“学院分班其实是从A-1班、A-2班一直到E-7班、E-8班这种班级分类的。其中A-1班被认定为最优秀班级，依次往下。”

"Wait, isn't that the same as the hero ranking?" Lin Jie asked.

“But Class S is an exception,” Dong Xue’er said. “This is the same as the Hero Association’s definition. S-rank and above not only require strength, but also corresponding achievements! This is why Lin Jie, you have clearly demonstrated S-rank strength but still haven’t been promoted.”

"Is it because my achievements aren't enough?" Lin Jie smiled.

Dong Xue'er nodded.

Upon hearing this reason, Lin Jie was certain that he felt no emotional reaction whatsoever; in fact, he almost laughed. Well, he did laugh.

"Is this how Class S is determined?" Lin Jie asked.

"The evaluation methods are similar, but the evaluation of S-class students is exactly the opposite of that of S-class heroes," Dong Xue'er said.

"Wait, what do you mean by the opposite?" Lin Jie asked, puzzled.

"Simply put, Class S consists of students with personal problems who disobey the school's management system, or problem students who have no intention of becoming heroes! The only reason the academy recruits them is to prevent them from being used by criminal gangs and becoming super criminals!" Dong Xue'er said to Lin Jie. "Therefore, the academy's standard for Class S has always been to let them go as long as they don't cause trouble."

"Damn! Why does this feel just like how my teachers treated me back in school?" Lin Jie couldn't help but say, "Come to think of it, my middle and high school teachers never really cared about me either..."

“I almost forgot, I heard you used to be a problem student who was impossible to manage,” Dong Xue’er said. “But now that you’ve become those students’ teacher, I hope you can help those children.”

"You know, I'm here to be a practical instructor," Lin Jie said.

“But I know that all the heroes you’ve told me about are different.” Dong Xue’er looked at Lin Jie earnestly at this moment: “Please, help these students. If they continue like this, they will be in great danger in the future.”

“Um… actually, being a teacher and disciplining students is really interesting, but there’s a fatal problem!” Lin Jie said to Dong Xue’er, “Because I’m not like those Grit Teacher, Koro-sensei, or Denpa Teacher types who can give students motivational speeches! I’m just here to enjoy the youthful atmosphere…”

“But you will be their teacher, and I believe you will find a way,” Dong Xue’er said. “You didn’t give me any motivational speeches back then, but you still helped me, didn’t you?”

“That’s different!” Lin Jie said, “Back then I used force…”

"Actually, I don't dislike strong men," Dong Xue'er suddenly said, blushing.

"Really?"

“Of course, people prefer men with a sense of responsibility.” Dong Xue’er said to Lin Jie, “If you can find a way to get those students to participate in normal training and study activities like other students, I will consider dating you.”

As she spoke, Dong Xue'er suddenly stood up and whispered in Lin Jie's ear, "We can take our relationship even further."

"Are you serious?" Hearing Dong Xue'er's words, Lin Jie perked up. "But I have to make it clear first, I'm the type who'd rather take action than talk. Are you sure I can help those students?"

"Just do it your way," Dong Xue'er said to Lin Jie. "You are the most special hero I have ever met, which is why I think you are indeed the best candidate to be the teacher of those children."

"You really think highly of me."

"Of course, Lin Jie, you're the man I've got my eye on," Dong Xue'er said.

"Alright, I'll give it a try," Lin Jie said to Dong Xue'er.

"Well, I look forward to your good news." Dong Xue'er said, "Speaking of which, I'm very curious about how you came to know that Chairperson Angela? And how she even specially requested you to come to the school to serve as a practical mentor."

"Of course, they were captivated by my wise and powerful image and temperament!" Lin Jie said confidently.

"Hehe, you're still the same. But you can be quite handsome sometimes."

"What do you mean 'sometimes'? I'm always handsome."

……

Afterwards, Lin Jie and Dong Xue'er talked for a while about what had happened. At the same time, Dong Xue'er also asked some questions about H City. When she heard Lin Jie say that Ivan and the real Zero had fought in H City, her expression became serious.

Lin Jie, that goofball, probably didn't understand what this news really meant, but Dong Xue'er did. She also knew that since the World Government had blocked the news, it meant they didn't want many people to know. So, before they parted, Dong Xue'er reminded Lin Jie several times.

Although Lin Jie didn't really care about the World Government's demands, he still agreed to Dong Xue'er's request, after all, it was a beautiful woman's request.

After parting ways with Dong Xue'er, Lin Jie bought some beer from a vending machine and headed towards his dormitory. He decided to binge-read various comics about teachers giving students inspirational quotes tonight.

third chapter

Carrying a bag of beer, Lin Jie was planning to walk through the park and head straight back to his dormitory.

Standing in front of the giant zero statue in the middle of the park, Lin Jie couldn't help but sigh, "I'm so handsome, why do people always look at me like I'm a villain?"

As he remarked on his observations, Lin Jie looked around. Although it was just a small park, he had to admit that it was quite well-maintained. Fireflies could be seen flitting through the grass from time to time.

A refreshing breeze occasionally ruffled Lin Jie's hair, making him feel incredibly comfortable.

"It's decided, I'll drink here tonight." Lin Jie said, walking towards a bench.

Just as Lin Jie was walking towards the bench, a strange sound rang out from the grove of trees in the park.

Out of curiosity, Lin Jie walked into the grove. There he saw a boy of about fifteen or sixteen leaping back and forth between the trees, muttering as he jumped, "Once I master this lightness skill, I'll have a chance to cross the coast and return to the M District mainland! As long as I master this lightness skill, I'll have a chance to go back to the C District!"

"I have to say, you're really putting in the effort, practicing your lightness skill here in the middle of the night?" Lin Jie said, looking at the boy. "Speaking of which, there aren't many Asian faces around here!"

"Who?" The boy looked at Lin Jie in surprise, and at the same time, his body landed lightly on the ground: "Who are you?"

"I'm just someone who plans to drink here. So what exactly did you mean by what you were just muttering?" Lin Jie asked curiously.

"Do I even need to ask? Of course I'm going to escape this damn school. My youth shouldn't be wasted here!" the boy said.

"What does that have to do with the lightness skill you've been practicing?" Lin Jie couldn't help but ask curiously.

"Once I master this 'Crossing the River on a Reed' lightness skill, I can cross the ocean distance between the island and the M District mainland, and then take a plane home. Speaking of which, why am I telling you all this?" The boy looked at Lin Jie and said, "No matter who you are, I don't have time to talk to you right now."

"Hey kid, which class are you in?" Lin Jie asked at this moment. "I'm the new teacher, you know. You just openly told me your truancy goal right in front of me."

"What?" The boy was startled by Lin Jie's words. "You're the new teacher?"

"Yes."

"So what? My truancy is known throughout the entire academy anyway." The boy pointed to his chest as he spoke: "Remember this, my name is Ye Daoshen, and I'm the man who will escape this school sooner or later!"

"You're the first person I've ever heard talk about skipping class so passionately in front of a teacher," Lin Jie said, looking at him. "Which class are you in?"

"I'm in Class S," Ye Daoshen said. "Even if you're planning to punish me, you'll have to wait until you catch me actually skipping school." Ye Daoshen said to Lin Jie, "That's why I'm not afraid of you knowing right now! Alright, don't disturb my practice!"

"Which S class are you in?" Lin Jie looked at the silly boy in front of him with an expression of pity for someone with intellectual disabilities.

"There's only one Class S in the entire My Hero Academia! Which class do you think I'm in?"

Hearing his answer, Lin Jie couldn't help but rub his temples. No wonder Dong Xue'er said that Class S was full of problem students. Thinking of this, Lin Jie couldn't help but say to Ye Daoshen, "Young man, come down here. As your future practical mentor in Class S, let's talk about life ideals."

"You said you're a new combat instructor?" Upon hearing Lin Jie's words, the boy paused. "So the previous combat instructor quit? Oh well, I never even met the last one."

"Can you tell me exactly how many classes you skipped?" Lin Jie asked curiously.

"It seems you don't know, there are hardly any students in Class S who actually attend classes!" Ye Daoshen said to Lin Jie, "This is something the entire academy knows."

“…I see.” Lin Jie said calmly, “Then I’ll start by educating you. I have to apologize to you all for keeping my promise to Dong Xue’er. Now come with me for a moment, I want to have a heart-to-heart talk with you.”

"What a joke!" Ye Daoshen said, leaping away into the distance. "We'll talk when you can catch me!"

Watching Ye Daoshen run off into the distance at an incredible speed, Lin Jie remained remarkably calm. He glanced at the night sky, then took out his iron rod and pointed it at Ye Daoshen's chrysanthemum.

"Poke him!"

"Ah!!!" A scream echoed throughout the park.

"You bastard, how dare you attack a student! I'm going to sue you for student abuse!" Ye Daoshen, who was lying on the bench, shouted at Lin Jie, who was sitting there drinking beer.

"Although I drink, watch porn, and beat up students, I believe I can become a good teacher," Lin Jie said calmly.

"You son of a bitch! You're a terrible example of what not to do!" Ye Daoshen shouted at Lin Jie while covering his anus.

"Well, didn't you say you were going to skip school anyway?" Lin Jie said, tossing a can of beer over. "Want a drink?"

Is it really appropriate for you to give students alcohol like this?

"Just tell me if you're going to drink it or not."

"Drink! Why aren't you drinking?" Ye Daoshen said, taking a big gulp. "It doesn't taste good at all!"

"Hey kid, tell me why you're so determined to skip class," Lin Jie asked Ye Daoshen.

"Why should I tell you?!" Ye Daoshen said. "Do you think you can get the reason I'm planning to skip school by giving me some beer?"

"Shouldn't you say something now? That way I can find out what's causing your psychological trauma, and then I can give you some motivational advice to turn you into a good student," Lin Jie said to Ye Daoshen after taking a sip of beer.

"You're the one with a psychological trauma!" Ye Daoshen said. "I just don't like it here, there's no special reason at all!"

"Then why don't you like it here?" Lin Jie asked curiously.

"I used to study at a regular school, where I could occasionally act mysterious! Then I'd go out and be a hero or something, rescuing the pretty girls I liked!" Ye Daoshen said. "I also have a sister who's obsessed with her brother, so I can act cool and be carefree all the time. Not only do I have a childhood friend, but the beautiful student council president also likes me, and my hero status makes me the object of the girls' admiration. Can you imagine how wonderful this anime-like harem life is? I can even play dumb and subtly show off my power every now and then!"

"Damn, can the kind of life you only see in anime actually happen in real life?" Lin Jie exclaimed in surprise.

"Then my family forcibly sent me here!" Ye Daoshen said. "This place is full of superpowered individuals, magicians, scientific geniuses, and all sorts of people! They're researching and developing superpowers and combat knowledge every day! I don't like this kind of life where I can't show off! All my detailed information has been registered by the academy, so I can't hide my strength and show off! The most important thing is that I really can't let go of the girls from my old school! What if they get tricked away by some scumbag?"

"Alright, I understand you!" Lin Jie said, "Who would want to stay in a combat-oriented academy when there's a slice-of-life harem setting, especially since you're not the strongest in this kind of academy?"