CHAPTER 55: CHAPTER 55: CLARIFICATION

Gu Mingying was furious.

This is the quality of a teacher, huh.

This matter is a blatant attempt to threaten me, thinking that Li Zuoxin is an indispensable force at Sishui Middle School, and therefore forcing me to bow to him.

Gu Mingying calmed her anger, turned her head, and said to Gu Xiaoqing: "Gu Xiaoqing, you go back to class first, I will come to teach you shortly."

Gu Xiaoqing walked out, feeling somewhat guilty inside.

She didn’t expect the situation to escalate like this.

Originally, she thought that after today, her middle school career would be tough, as she clashed with the homeroom teacher within just two days of starting school.

In the next three years under his jurisdiction, she would probably be given a hard time in countless ways.

After all, which teacher would like a disobedient student who dares to confront them?

This is also why Gu Xiaoqing had made up her mind to be this brave and rise up.

But now, the outcome has somehow implicated the principal and the students.

This made Gu Xiaoqing feel very guilty.

Yet, if given another chance, Gu Xiaoqing would still do the same.

Ever since the mysterious reincarnation, Gu Xiaoqing never intended to accept any unequal treatments, no matter what it was, or who it was, no one could force Gu Xiaoqing to endure humiliation and bear heavy burdens.

The result of enduring humiliation and burden in her previous life was too vivid in her memory, so Gu Xiaoqing still would not accept any mistreatment, even from her elders and teachers, it was absolutely not acceptable.

If it’s my mistake, I will admit it seriously and correct it, but if it’s not, no one should think of making me accept it unjustly.

When she returned to the classroom, all the students stared straight at Gu Xiaoqing.

Li Fengying was so shocked that her mouth dropped open when she saw Gu Xiaoqing daring to walk back into the classroom so unconcernedly, it was as if she had seen a ghost.

Gu Juying was delighted, pulling Gu Xiaoqing back to her seat, asking, "Where did you go?"

Earlier, Gu Juying intended to go along with Gu Xiaoqing, but Gu Xiaoqing moved too quickly, leaving Gu Juying no time to react.

Even though she heard about Gu Xiaoqing’s heroic deeds in the past few days, Gu Juying was still unable to immediately equate the timid, cowering Gu Xiaoqing with this courageous, impressive young woman today.

For as long as she could remember, such bold, heroic acts were always part of Gu Juying’s responsibilities, especially protecting the weak and fighting against evil forces, which were Gu Juying’s forte.

In the end, she could always count on her father’s influence to receive the lightest punishment, or even none at all, but today, the tables had turned completely.

Gu Xiaoqing organized her books, preparing for the next class.

"The principal’s office!"

"My God, really, I can’t even describe it, are you possessed by Hua Mulan or inhabited by Mu Guiying? How can you be so brave? You are my idol."

Gu Juying was almost worshipping in admiration.

She had never seen such a valiant friend. In Gu Juying’s eyes, this bold Gu Xiaoqing is the only kind of friend she wants.

A true friend.

Gu Xiaoqing patted her books and whispered, "The principal will be here soon. If you’re not ready, you might not have time to admire me later."

Upon hearing this, Gu Juying immediately straightened her posture, opened her book with a calm demeanor, but couldn’t hide the slightly upturned corners of her mouth.

Li Fengying jumped up abruptly, her face livid, and the girls around her whispered in appeasement, probably afraid that Li Fengying would blow things out of proportion.

Unfortunately, their efforts seemed wasted.

Otherwise, Li Fengying wouldn’t be standing up like this.

She stormed up to Gu Xiaoqing as if propelled by a gust of wind, her fierce expression was almost enough to frighten Gu Xiaoqing, who mumbled internally, was it going to turn into a fight?

Rural children may be inclined to fight, rebellious and unyielding, but the girls generally avoided escalating to physical confrontation easily, given they were all from neighboring villages—word would travel, and it wouldn’t sound good.

Gu Xiaoqing closed her book, raised her head, and faced Li Fengying without flinching; their eyes locked together.

Li Fengying furiously slapped the table and yelled: "You shameless person, what trick did you pull? Teacher Li doesn’t allow you to study here anymore, and you dare come in, what do you want to do? Get out now!"

Her manner was fierce enough, but it was a pity that Gu Xiaoqing showed no sign of being intimidated.

Gu Xiaoqing stood up, their heights were almost the same, and standing face to face, she didn’t lose any composure.

"Listen, Li Fengying, you are not a teacher, you don’t have the authority to speak here, nor the right to point fingers. The fact that I dare to come in means I’m permitted to be here, and as for who granted that permission, sorry, that’s not something to disclose. Don’t act like a mad dog, biting randomly everywhere."

Gu Xiaoqing’s words were delivered in a mild manner, but the effect was to make Li Fengying boil with rage.

No one had ever dared to speak to her like this before.

Fury arose in Li Fengying’s heart, and a slap went flying.

Gu Xiaoqing grabbed Li Fengying’s wrist with considerable force, making Li Fengying’s wrist hurt as if it were about to break.

Tears welled up in her eyes, streaming down like beads.

Li Fengying let out a cry of pain, finally unable to hold on any longer.

Gu Xiaoqing forcibly flung Li Fengying’s wrist away, almost sending her to the ground.

Calmly, she said, "Do you think you have the right to hit people? Not reflecting on your own mistakes, yet daring to make bold moves, do you think everyone fears you? People fear your father, but unfortunately, I don’t."

Then she quietly sat down.

The atmosphere around suddenly froze.

The words were truthful, but most people would keep such thoughts to themselves as voicing them wouldn’t bring peace.

But today, these words were laid bare, making Li Fengying’s face turn different shades of green and white.

She couldn’t back down.

At this moment, Gu Mingying walked into the classroom and seeing Li Fengying standing there dumbstruck at Gu Xiaoqing, cleared her throat and said, "Prepare for class."

Li Fengying covered her face and ran back to her seat, sobbing onto the desk.

Gu Mingying stood at the podium, "Hello everyone, I’m the principal, Gu Mingying. Teacher Li is not feeling well and has taken a few days off, so from today onwards, I will be teaching you all, and a new teaching teacher will come probably the day after tomorrow.

Of course, before class starts, I must clarify something about the punitive measures regarding Gu Xiaoqing and Gu Juying today. After investigating, I found that it has nothing to do with Gu Xiaoqing and Gu Juying, so the previous punishments by Teacher Li are revoked. I also apologize on behalf of Teacher Li to Gu Xiaoqing and Gu Juying for any negative impact this may have caused. I hope everyone understands the truth and doesn’t misunderstand the two students.

Alright, let’s begin the class."