The moment the large hand was raised, Zhang Ziming's eyes widened instantly.

Actually, he hesitated for a moment when Tang Huan made a move against Wu Zhaoming, wondering whether he should step in to stop him, but he also wanted to see if the other party really had a way.

After all, it's a bit unreasonable to invite someone over but then not allow them to be disciplined.

But seeing Tang Huan about to harm the Empress's sister, they couldn't just stand by and watch.

"useless!"

Zhang Ziming shouted loudly.

But it was too late.

With a loud "waaaah," Wu Lanyun received several slaps on her bottom, and immediately felt an unprecedented sense of grievance and humiliation, bursting into tears.

The others around also stared at Tang Huan in disbelief.

A hint of fear was visible in everyone's eyes.

This guy even dared to hit Wu Lanyun, so how could anyone else dare to act recklessly?

No one can compare their status with Wu Lanyun.

"You're going to die! How dare you hit her!"

Wu Zhaoming, who had been bullied by Tang Huan, immediately spoke up and shouted loudly. Despite his small size, he was precocious and unlike the others who were frightened.

Tang Huan turned around and glared at Wu Zhaoming impatiently, "Shut up!"

Wu Zhaoming felt a sudden pang in his heart.

He had never seen that fierce look in his eyes before. He had been treated like a little emperor at home since he was a child, and he had never seen such an expression before.

Thinking about what Tang Huan had just done to him, Wu Zhaoming couldn't help but shudder.

He hesitated to move, simply standing silently in place.

Tang Huan was satisfied with the effect of his intimidation. He chuckled softly and looked down at Wu Lanyun in front of him.

This girl truly lives up to her reputation as Wu Lanxi's younger sister; she bears a striking resemblance to her older sister.

With a delicate oval face adorned with a pair of large eyes, she stood out even among the girls around her. Given a few years to develop normally, she would undoubtedly become an extremely stunning presence in the capital.

However, Tang Huan couldn't think of that right now; she just felt that the little girl was a bit annoying.

That crying was so annoying.

He let go and covered his ears.

Feeling the pressure behind her lessen, Wu Lanyun immediately climbed up from her desk. She trembled and tried to get further away from Tang Huan.

"Lord Tang, you..."

Zhang Ziming finally stood before Tang Huan and spoke with a solemn expression.

I'd only heard that Lord Tang had a rather peculiar personality, but I never imagined he would be such an unconventional person.

Isn't this just reckless?

If His Majesty is angered, not only will the situation at the Imperial Academy not improve, but it may also plummet in value and never regain its former glory.

Tang Huan knew what Zhang Ziming meant, but he didn't care at all.

"Teacher Zhang, you saw what happened just now. I didn't have any other choice, did I?"

"We are teachers, we need to be more gentle in our approach..."

Tang Huan raised a hand to interrupt Zhang Ziming's speech, "We are indeed teachers, but if we want to educate every student well, we can't just rely on kindness and gentleness. Especially when dealing with some naughty children, we have to resort to violence."

"Sometimes, a strict teacher is more effective."

Zhang Ziming sighed, "But she is the Empress's own sister."

"Don't even mention my own sister, even if His Majesty were here today, I would still beat her without hesitation. Everyone saw it just now, she was the one who hit me first with a slingshot, and she showed no remorse, hitting me again and again."

Wu Lanyun was in the wrong in this matter, and even if it went to Wu Lanxi, she would still be in the right and had nothing to fear.

"You lackey, what are you yelling for!"

A sharp scream rang out.

Tang Huan scratched his ear and turned to look at Wu Lanyun, who had made the noise earlier.

The little girl was a bit angry; she had just wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, leaving very noticeable tear stains.

She looked quite pitiful, but unfortunately, that shout ruined that image.

Tang Huan smiled and said, "This humble official, Tang Huan, has come to teach at the Imperial Academy by order of His Majesty."

"Impossible! How could my sister let a piece of trash like you teach me!" Wu Lanyun cursed Tang Huan without restraint.

Seeing this, Tang Huan walked up to Wu Lanyun without hesitation, and despite the girl's fierce resistance, grabbed her hand and slapped her palm twice.

“From now on, I am your teacher. Since ancient times, there has been a saying that respects teachers and values ​​the way. Anyone who shows disrespect to their elders will be punished, and no one is an exception.”

After saying that, Tang Huan looked at Wu Lanyun meaningfully.

This time, she was slapped twice on the palm. Although it hurt, the girl held back her tears, but her eyes reddened again.

As for the others, they were already too frightened to move by Tang Huan's actions.

Tang Huan turned around and glanced at everyone, who immediately shuddered.

"What are you all standing there for? It's class time now, so go back to your seats and stay there."

Several students who were stunned by what had just happened immediately ran back to their seats, and the classroom, which had been chaotic and noisy, immediately became much more orderly.

However, Wu Lanyun remained seated on the podium, showing no intention of leaving.

"Princess, is there anything else? If not, please return to your seat as soon as possible. I'm about to begin the lesson."

Wu Lanyun sat there with her cheeks puffed out, not moving.

Tang Huan scratched his head lightly and took another step forward.

Wu Lanyun was startled when she saw this, thinking she was about to be beaten again. She made a defensive move and put her arms in front of her chest to protect herself.

"Lord Tang, you mustn't!" Zhang Ziming grabbed Tang Huan, afraid that he would hit him again.

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