87 087 Humiliation
There was no other reason for this. The principal and Lu Qingâs grandfather were old comrades. However, the principal later switched to politics and was transferred to the education Bureau. Now, he was assigned to be the principal of this school. He was very open-minded and his attitude in school was not dogmatic.
Lu Qing obediently admitted his mistake. He listened to the principalâs advice on how to study hard and not be too impulsive. Finally, after showing some concern for old Master Luâs health, he let Lu Qing out.
Of course, Lu Qing knew that this would be the result. He was not stupid. He would be a fool if he was punished for the sake of clarifying a rumour. However, this matter would definitely be reported. The principal would tease him for a while and at most, he would be scolded by his grandfather and told to stand by the corner as a punishment.
The teacherâs face darkened as he looked at Lu Qing helplessly. This child was talented and came from an extraordinary family. He did have the right to be willful. Since the principal did not say anything, he could not make things difficult for him. He only said, âDonât mess around next time. Go back and write a self-reflection!â
Lu Qing agreed obediently and smiled at the teacher with his eyes narrowed.
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The teacherâs anger turned into a smile. He rolled his eyes at Lu Qing and chided, âWhy are you still standing there? Go back to the classroom!â
Lu Qing strolled into the classroom and the classroom turned wild. The boy shouted, âOur Prince Charming is back! Handsome Lu is so cool!â
Lu Qing chuckled and raised his chin at the boys who were jeering. He turned his head and looked deeply at Tan Rou.
Tan Rou smiled and looked back at Lu Qing. She gently nodded and mouthed, âThank you.â
Lu Qing smiled and shook his head. He walked directly to Tan Rou and said in front of his classmates without hiding anything, âIâm sorry. Iâve caused you trouble because of a personal issue.â
He then turned to the other students and said, âIâve already made it clear on the broadcast. Others might not understand the situation but I still hope that some of our classmates can be kind and not lie with their eyes open.â
Lu Qing glanced at Tan Jing and continued, âDonât spread false rumors, alright? Donât you feel ashamed?â
Tan Jingâs hands, which were hidden under the table, clenched tightly. Her nails dug deep into her flesh. Her face was pale and she couldnât even raise her head. âPlease donât say another word! Hasnât he humiliated her enough? I like you so much, why are you doing this to me?!â
When the other students heard Lu Qingâs words, they flushed with embarrassment as well. Lu Qing was right. The students from the other classes didnât know the inside story, but in class, they had never seen Lu Qing and Tan Jing being close. They didnât know when the scandal broke out but everyone started to kick up a fuss and acquiesce to such a thing.
Moreover, Lu Qing and Tan Rou were innocent. They didnât say a word the entire morning. They just looked at each other and suddenly, there was news of Tan Rou seducing Lu Qing. It was really too strange. They saw it with their own eyes. They shouldnât have joined in the commotion.
Li Li turned her head to look at Tan Rou and kept winking at her. She raised her thumb and mouthed exaggeratedly, âLu Qing is so handsome!â
Many girls had the same feeling as Li Li. Lu Qing had said it so straightforwardly, which made them feel very happy! In the hearts of these girls, Lu Qing was handsome. Everyone had the right to admire and pursue him. Why did those people say that Lu Qing was Tan Jingâs private property? Usually, they didnât even dare to talk too much about Lu Qing. Otherwise, they would be accused of lusting after Lu Qing and snatching Tan Jingâs boyfriend.
Most of the girls were indeed affected by Tan Jingâs delicate image and would not say anything in the past. They were willing to give their blessings but this time, Lu Qingâs actions aroused their true feelings. Lu Qing said that he didnât have a girlfriend anymore. Then, what right did Tan Jing have to monopolise Lu Qing? Why donât we even have the right to worship and love him?
Everything is fair in love and war! No one had yet conquered the handsome manâs heart so they should all be honest and compete equally. Tan Jing had actually considered herself as his girlfriend-to-be for so long and the other girls felt that it was unfair.
At this moment, the good impression that the girls in the school had of Tan Jing began to completely disintegrate.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
Tan Jing held back his tears and pretended to be indifferent. She forced a smile and said, âLu Qing is right. Letâs not spread those rumours in the future. In the past, I was too shy and didnât even dare to clarify. Lu Qing is the brave one. Itâs all good now that weâve talked it out.â
Li Li wrinkled her nose and turned her head away in disgust. Too shy to clarify? Only a ghost would believe it. When others were gossiping about it, you were delighted to hear it.