Chapter 40 - 039: Do you think I’m easy to fool?

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Chapter 40 - 039: Do you think I'm easy to fool? Ruan Yuan's lips moved slightly, hesitating for a moment before saying, "As soon as possible, is that okay?" "Alright." Yu Zhi agreed without any hesitation, refraining from asking a single question about the matter and granting respect in her own way. "Thank you." Gratefulness brimmed in Ruan Yuan's eyes. Through the video, she glanced at the test papers placed nearby, the corners of her lips lifting slightly, "You go ahead and focus on your tasks first; I'll reach out to you in a couple of days." Yu Zhi nodded. After ending the call, Ruan Yuan sent over the person's identity information. She skimmed through the document briefly before thoroughly shredding it, leaving no trace behind. ** "Knock, knock, knock—" "Teacher Ji." Yu Zhi stood at the office door, softly calling out to him. Hearing her voice, Ji Jingchen lifted his gaze, "Come in." As she stepped inside, he discreetly shifted his computer to the side and quickly pressed a few keys, making the screen return to its original state in an instant. Yu Zhi, who took in all his small movements, didn't overthink it. She stood before him without averting her eyes and asked, "May I take the afternoon off?" "Take the afternoon off?" Ji Jingchen gestured for her to sit down and handed her a cup of water, "Can you tell me why you need the time off?" Ever since the incident with the Yu Family, his perception of Yu Zhi had changed, causing him to pay more attention to her. Not for any other reason—he was simply worried that she might ruin her college entrance exam and her future in a moment of impulsivity. "I need to visit the cemetery." Yu Zhi didn't intend to hide it and spoke frankly. She casually twisted the water cup, her demeanor betraying no visible emotion. Ji Jingchen paused. He picked up his phone and flipped through the schedule, "There are physics and math classes this afternoon. Attend these two sessions first." "Okay." Yu Zhi nodded at him, looking exceptionally obedient. Ji Jingchen smiled, his eyes curving into crescent moons, "How's your studying going recently? If there's anything you're struggling to understand, feel free to come to me anytime." "Everything's fine." "Alright, then. You can head back now—it'll be class time soon." "..." Yu Zhi walked out of the office. As she passed by the staircase area, her delicate ears twitched slightly. Sounds of arguing and sobbing came from the nearby girls' restroom. Among the voices, there was one female voice that seemed familiar, as if she'd heard it somewhere before. Yu Zhi was not one to meddle in others' affairs. She paused momentarily but continued descending the stairs. —— Inside the restroom, the floor was covered in water. A filthy mop lay overturned to the side, mixed with an inexplicable foul stench that made the environment highly unpleasant. "Qin, you're pretty stubborn, huh? If you'd handed it over earlier, you wouldn't have to suffer so much now." "I guess maybe she isn't used to us not talking to her for a while? Haha." "Honestly though, maybe she's just desperate to get abused." "..." Three girls lounged casually against the wall, cruel smiles on their faces. Qin Huai's eyes were red, glistening with tears on her lashes. She forced herself not to let them fall, biting her lower lip to endure. Despair wrapped tightly around her, like a drowning person yearning for a single rope from the shore to pull her to safety. "Hey, why so little this time?" One girl with a high ponytail crouched down and grabbed Qin Huai's chin firmly, her expression showing clear dissatisfaction. "I don't have any more." Qin Huai didn't flinch or resist, her eyes void of life. "Ha, do you think I'm easy to deceive?" Previously, she had personally witnessed Qin Huai arriving at school in a BMW. If it weren't for that, she wouldn't have targeted her in the first place. And now she's claiming she's out of money? The high ponytail girl felt deceived and raised her hand, prepared to slap her across the face. But before the slap could land, the restroom door was kicked open with a loud "bang." In the years to come, Qin Huai would vividly remember the scene from this day. Yu Zhi walked in against the light, her figure seemingly surrounded by a faintly glowing halo, like a goddess descending from the heavens—radiant and striking. Like a savior, she stepped closer step by step, bathed in brilliance. Yu Zhi tightly grasped the high ponytail girl's wrist, her entire aura exuding coldness, "You're bullying her?" Her light caramel-colored eyes resembled a deep, bottomless lake, capable of swallowing anyone whole. The high ponytail girl's forehead broke out in a sweat, her lips trembling, "L-let go of me!" She was terrified—the girl's gaze was so intimidating that it filled her with the urge to flee. "Hey! She told you to let go – didn't you hear?" The two accomplices of the high ponytail girl interjected aggressively. Seeing Yu Zhi unmoved, the duo exchanged glances before rushing forward with anger. One reached out to grab Yu Zhi's hair, while the other seized the filthy mop, aiming to throw it at her. They wore ferocious expressions, even tinged with twisted smiles, as if they could already visualize Yu Zhi breaking down in tears and begging for mercy. Unfortunately, imagination is always smoother than reality. At the moment they approached, Yu Zhi pushed the high ponytail girl away. She spun around, her sharp, icy gaze slicing through them like daggers, halting their actions on the spot. Yu Zhi's lips curled into a mocking smile. Without giving them a chance to speak, she snatched the mop and mercilessly | smashed | it onto their bodies. "Ahhhh—" "Get lost! Get away!" Shrill screams echoed as the two girls tried to dodge but fell to the ground in the process. The filthy water on the floor soaked their clothes. Combined with the marks left by the mop, there wasn't a clean spot left on them, and their appearance was utterly pitiful. The high ponytail girl watched Yu Zhi's fierce actions, unable to utter a single word. She pressed her back tightly against the wall, as if desperately seeking some form of safety. "Get up." Yu Zhi tossed the mop aside, towering over the two girls. She pointed to the spot where the high ponytail girl was standing, "You two, stand over there." The two girls were so thoroughly frightened that they couldn't muster even a shred of defiance. Trembling, they scrambled to their feet without daring to cry or complain. Yu Zhi's indifferent gaze swept over them briefly, ensuring they wouldn't dare stir up more trouble before she turned her attention to Qin Huai. Softening her tone, she asked, "Are you okay?" Originally, she had almost returned to the classroom. But when she finally remembered whose familiar voice it was, she quickly turned back.

Chapter 40 - 039: Do you think I’m easy to fool?

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