BXBX NOVEL Chapter 194 - 194 Big Brother Has Arrived
The Director of Education did not expect a student to speak so eloquently. He fished out his phone and showed Shen Xi the images posted on the forum, his words full of ridicule, “What do you have to say about these photos and videos, then? Zheng Huai covered your mouth. Why would he do something like that if you weren’t close? Why were you alone in a room with Guan Lei? Do you think we’re all fools?!”
“Sir, since you seem so interested, why don’t I answer those questions for you?” Zheng Huai said as he entered the principal’s office, sporting an unfriendly look.
Principal Li felt like his head was about to explode when Zheng Huai made his entrance. To avoid being put in a difficult position by either Zheng Huai or Guan Lei, he had chosen to remain silent, watching the interrogation unfold without saying a word.
Zheng Huai had warned him not to reveal his and Shen Xi’s relationship, so the Director of Education was unaware they were cousins.
“Oh? Is Doctor Zheng here to salvage the situation?” The Director asked.
Zheng Huai wore his white doctor’s coat and casually sat on the sofa. He shot the Director a pointed look and said, “I wouldn’t call me being here a means to salvage the situation. After all, I am one of the parties implicated. One can’t help but wonder what your intentions are since neither Guan Lei nor I was called to this meeting. Perhaps you did not dare to cause us trouble, so you hoped to push the blame onto the young female student who does not possess the power or influence we wield. All you know how to do is bully the weak and run with your tailed tucked between your legs before those truly powerful. You really do hold us in contempt, don’t you?”
The Director of Education flushed and raised his voice, “Zheng Huai, you won’t give me face but expect to receive it in spades. If it weren’t for you being a doctor at this school, I’m sure the public would have branded your actions as wholly inappropriate. The school would even face an inquiry over the mismanagement of our staff.”
The Director of Education thought he had managed to frighten Zheng Huai with his initial display, yet he seemed completely unphased. He was devoid of fear; instead, his expression dripped with disdain, “What’s so inappropriate about teasing my cousin? Shen Xi and I may have fooled around, but we did nothing inappropriate. Are you saying you’re displeased because I was messing with her?”
Zheng Huai’s words caused the Director’s eyes to widen in disbelief. Why had no one informed him that Zheng Huai was Shen Xi’s cousin?
Shen Xi was similarly shocked by this revelation. Was Zheng Huai speaking the truth? Could he have said that to shield her from the Director’s wrath?
The Director of Education felt his neck go stiff. Puffing up his chest and speaking with an air of righteousness, he demanded, “Since you’re Shen Xi’s cousin, I’m sure you can tell us what happened yesterday. Why did those eight men say they knew you? What was the reason for the conflict?”
Mistakes were a given for anyone, but he, as the Director of Education at Zhuo Ying High School, did not have as much leeway as most.
“Even if Shen Xi is your cousin, there are certain boundaries you must adhere to, Zheng Huai. Your actions the previous night could easily be misconstrued by those not in the know, after all.” The Director of Education’s eyes darted between Shen Xi and Zheng Huai as he spoke.
Displeased by the Director’s insinuation, Shen Xi retorted, “Sir, with all due respect, I believe one should be cautious with their words. If you do not have evidence to prove any indiscretion on our part, you should choose your words wisely. Otherwise, you must be prepared for me to sue you for defamation.”
The Director of Education snorted coldly. “If you don’t want others to misunderstand, you shouldn’t put yourselves in a position which would give others fodder to question your actions. If you consistently put yourselves in a position where others may misinterpret what you do, you can’t fault others for being sceptical.”
“Is that so? I’ve heard the honourable Director has a mistress and even a child by her. Congratulations!” A voice chirped from outside. All eyes turned to the door as Lu Lin entered, appearing slightly worried.
The Director of Education was so angry his face alternated between shades of red and purple. “What nonsense are you spouting? Since when did I gain a mistress?” He seethed, his outstretched finger trembling as he pointed at Lu Lin.
Lu Lin took the seat next to Zheng Huai. “Am I wrong? Well, I did hear this as news from over the grapevine. Though, judging from your reaction, I must have hit the nail on its head. As you’ve said, it is best to distance oneself from such people. You wouldn’t want to create a misunderstanding for others to exploit now, would you?”