The person's disguise was even more striking than the scowl from earlier. Not only was his hair disheveled and reeking from head to toe, but it also revealed a protruding belly. He was barefoot, and the soles of his feet were caked with filth, almost three inches thick.
Darling Qiao quickly took a step back, her eyes widening in disbelief. "Get away from me, you foul-smelling creature! The stench is unbearable!"
The mentors exchanged exasperated glances.
The man erupted in anger and shouted sternly, "This young lady is incredibly arrogant and conceited! Today, I, your elder, will teach you some manners!"
Before he could lunge forward, Qiao Mu swiftly moved behind Dean Yun, glaring at him. "What kind of Imperial Academy is this? Are you recruiting students from a trash heap?"
