CHAPTER 869: CHAPTER 873: BORN A REBEL (23)

This is just what outsiders see, but Su Li has something else to say on the matter.

She feels wronged about this incident.

She doesn’t care much about Elder Qin’s disdain, having retaliated on the spot without any intention of targeting him.

As for the antique she mentioned, it was only casually mentioned; she didn’t know it had been appraised by Elder Qin.

She was simply bored and visited the museum, then pointed at a common vase and said the era was incorrect, stating it was a high imitation.

Who knew there happened to be a Hua University student standing next to her who knew her?

Her words were exaggerated by the person who spread them, causing her to gain a notorious reputation once again.

However, no one believed Su Li’s claims, instead saying her character was utterly poor, spewing baseless lies just to oppose a highly respected old professor.

According to the eyewitness student, Su Li merely glanced at the item and said it was an imitation.

Elder Qin felt deeply insulted and went directly to the principal’s office, demanding the expulsion of such a student.

Hua University couldn’t be tarnished by such a rotten apple.

With Director Xie’s backing, the principal felt his middle age would lead to premature baldness due to stress.

If it were Director Xie, the principal might use power to pressure agreement, but he couldn’t do so with Elder Qin.

This elder had once been received by a leader, an old professor with disciples across the world and a stubborn nature that even eight bulls and twelve tigers couldn’t sway.

"This is driving me crazy, driving me crazy." Lan Chengying was frantic, pacing back and forth in the room.

He took a deep breath to calm his rage before approaching Su Li, saying, "That old geezer is truly wicked. Though he seems to speak kindly, saying to suspend our studies temporarily until Elder Qin calms down, isn’t this essentially forcing us to drop out?"

"It’s just the beginning of the semester; leave now and waste millions on nothing?"

Su Li nodded indifferently, responding calmly, "It’s all minor stuff, so we just won’t go."

Her attendance at Hua University was only due to Lan Chengying’s arrangements; otherwise, was it uncomfortable at home or was the life of a slacker not enjoyable?

For someone who has lived thousands, tens of thousands of years, the world’s knowledge no longer intrigued her.

Yet these comfortable days didn’t last long for Su Li.

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Having not seen her half-sister at school for some time, Cheng Xinxin was in a particularly good mood.

Even when Mr. Cheng demanded she dress like Su Li for a business gala, it didn’t dampen her spirits.

I heard both the Yu Family and the Lan Family would attend this business gala, so perhaps she’d meet young masters like Lan Chengying and Yu Xiang.

For the Cheng Family to attend a gala of higher status than their own, much effort was put in, so Mr. Cheng valued it greatly.

Cheng Xinxin was assigned the best makeup artist, and the gown was prepared days in advance.

But... everything was top-notch, except Cheng Xinxin’s demeanor.

She was merely a sweet and adorable sixteen-year-old girl, transformed into a seductive allure, like a child in adult clothing; unattractive was not the case, but it was weird.

Seeing her new image, Cheng Xinxin felt utterly aggrieved.

Su Ying and Mr. Cheng also thought it inappropriate, but since the image was made, there wasn’t time to change it, so they pushed forward with it.

Today, however, the Cheng Family’s luck seemed poor as they immediately encountered the Shang Family’s three sons upon stepping out.

President Shang smiled superficially at Mr. Cheng and said, "Old Cheng, you’re being too shady. Attending a gala without informing us; we could’ve come together."

Before Mr. Cheng could respond, President Shang’s gaze shifted to Cheng Xinxin and said, "This must be Xinxin. Simple is best for young ladies."

Mr. Cheng felt displeased but maintained a smile, agreeing, explaining, "This kid looks obedient but has a mind of her own, not heeding her parents."

Saying this, Mr. Cheng’s glance swiftly passed over the flaming figure behind the Shang Family sons.

The youngest Shang son also came along in a flashy red suit, charming and flamboyant, with deep under-eye circles; those who understood chuckled lightly and remarked, "Youngsters should know moderation."

Mr. Cheng somewhat regretted bringing his daughter today, who knew they’d meet the youngest Shang son here.

Simultaneously feeling slightly pleased with Cheng Xinxin’s attire, hoping the youngest Shang son would see it as not his taste and reject the marriage proposal, which would be a delight for all.

This revealed a misconception that the Cheng Family didn’t notice.

They believed what everyone thought was true without much scrutiny.

In reality, the youngest Shang son didn’t have specific preferences for women but knew which type pleased his family and spoke accordingly.

Anyway, women who were brought home were merely decorative vases, better if obedient, at least they wouldn’t hinder his affairs outside.

However, upon seeing Cheng Xinxin today, he was somewhat intrigued.

In truth, he was a lustful ghost who liked any beautiful woman.

The young girl appeared fresh and delightful, with innocent and stubborn eyes, exactly his favorite to conquer.

Had the Cheng Family known they inadvertently hit themselves with a stone, who knows if they would spew blood.

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This was just a minor episode for Cheng Xinxin, entirely unrelated to Su Li.

What connected to her at all was Elder Qin slumping despondently in a chair.

Soon, those beside him noticed his unusual complexion, lips turning cyan-purple.

"Teacher..." Qin Xian, Elder Qin’s apprentice, noticed this first, quickly took Heart-saving Pills from Elder Qin’s chest pocket, administered them with water, which revived Elder Qin.

Seeing the teacher’s complexion gradually regain its rosy hue, Qin Xian lowered his suspended heart slightly and turned sour with Chen Jian.

He glared fiercely at Chen Jian, saying, "Look at what you’ve done; if anything happens to the teacher, I won’t let you off."

After catching his breath, Elder Qin called his disciple, "Xiao Xian, this isn’t entirely Chen Jian’s fault."

Qin Xian immediately flared up, yet suppressed his anger in front of his teacher, saying sternly, "How is it not his fault? Isn’t it due to him that Su Li and Lan Chengying came to confront you?"