Some boys, still unwilling to give up, raised their heads and tentatively advised the old man, "Master, if I have a way to slightly improve everyone's lives, wouldn't that help everyone better understand the true meaning of the sacred path?"

"No! My child, that idea is not correct!"

In Todd's memory, this was the first time Master Myris had ever shown such a serious expression. He said, "The idea of ​​wanting to improve one's life is nothing but an excuse for laziness and decadence. A life of ease will erode our will, dull our minds, and empty our bodies. A true monk who is devoted to the holy path should abandon all distractions and worldly possessions, and dedicate his entire spirit and life to the Father!"

The apprentice's eye twitched. He wanted to argue further, but after thinking it over carefully, he realized it was definitely not a good idea. He quickly lowered his head and closed his eyes, not wanting the old man to see his questioning and unconvinced expression.

After a long silence, Todd forced out a sentence.

"I will obey my master's instructions."

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Having finished his morning's lessons, Todd walked out of the classroom and felt that the world was bleak.

There are ways to eat fine food, wear brand-new clothes, and not have to work hard from dawn till dusk every day, so that more energy and time can be devoted to research and academics.

Why reject this kind of life?

He couldn't understand it.

Out of the corner of my eye, I caught a glimpse of a figure appearing at the corner of the wall.

Upon recognizing the person, Todd flew into a rage. He took off his shoe, grabbed it, and ran off, cursing under his breath, "Edgar, you little bastard! You betrayed my plans by tipping me off!"

Following the fleeing figure ahead, through several corridors and around a few corners, Todd bumped headfirst into someone's arms.

Harkins, who had been waiting for a long time, dragged Edgar, who was making faces, behind him and said to Todd, "I heard you have a way to make sure we can eat meat every day?"