Mickey’s family situation was something she was well aware of; both parents were wage earners, and it was already quite a strain for them to pay for her college education. The money they scrimped and saved was also needed for her younger brother. Even if it was absolutely necessary, she would not use her own money.
Although she was reluctant to accept not receiving the scholarship, she could only silently accept it. She had long been prepared to accept everything because all of this had once been endured by that person.
"Principal, I have an objection regarding the distribution of scholarships this time."
The door to the principal’s office suddenly burst open. That’s just the kind of person Teacher Shang is—direct and straightforward, never afraid to offend any high-ranking officials or nobles. That’s also why when it comes to being evaluated for her professional title every year, people less qualified than her would edge her out. So, facing the incident with Gu Qili, she felt it was particularly unfair and was determined to seek an explanation.
However, upon entering, she became a bit stunned, because sitting neatly in the principal’s office were five or six top-level leaders, and in the seat of honor was a man with a noble and elegant demeanor. Although he was looking down at the documents in his hands, the overwhelming aura suppressed the presence of everyone else in the room.
Teacher Shang intuitively sensed that this man was no ordinary person, and couldn’t help but take a couple more glances.
"Teacher Shang, what brings you here in such a rush?" Facing so many school leaders, the principal had no choice but to ask in a manner strictly business.
Teacher Shang gradually calmed down and moved a bit closer to the principal’s desk, saying seriously: "Principal, I believe the review process for the scholarships this time was unfair. Gu Qili is one of the most excellent students I have ever taught. She possesses both moral integrity and humility, and has won enough accolades for the school to cover an entire wall. I don’t understand why such an outstanding and ambitious student did not receive a scholarship."
As soon as the name Gu Qili was mentioned, the man sitting at the head of the table momentarily paused, and though he was looking at the documents, his gaze slightly lifted, exuding a peerless grace. His eyes swiftly swept across Teacher Shang’s face and then returned to calmness.
The principal really did not want to discuss such matters in this setting, his brows almost twisted into knots.
"Principal, if a student’s character can be judged based solely on some groundless photos, then I protest. The Academic Affairs Office is simply following the herd without conducting any serious investigation or evidence gathering. I believe, with my twenty years of teaching experience as my guarantee, that my student is absolutely not that kind of person; she is innocent and blameless." This update is available on novel·fiɾe·net
"Well... Teacher Shang, I understand how you feel. How about this, I will have the Academic Affairs Office look into this matter thoroughly. If your student has truly been wronged, the school will definitely give her justice. However, if she has actually committed such indecent acts, the school will handle it strictly."
The principal emphasized the words ’indecent acts,’ making it clear that he was aware of the issues surrounding Gu Qili.
"Really?" Teacher Shang was overjoyed, having not expected the principal to agree, "Thank you, Principal."
"Alright, you may go now. We are still in the middle of a meeting here."
After Teacher Shang left, the principal apologetically smiled at Mu Shuoqian and said: "Young Master Qian, please don’t mind it, let’s continue. We were just discussing the recent donation..."
"Principal Ju, I have other matters to attend to, I will take my leave now." Mu Shuoqian put down the documents he was holding before the principal could finish speaking and, under the bewildered stares of everyone, walked out with long strides.
Yuan Yi immediately followed him.
The principal finally came to his senses and, along with the other leaders, hurried after him.
"Principal Ju, I’m sorry, Young Master Qian is feeling a bit unwell. Regarding the follow-up matters, Assistant Xiao will come to discuss with you later, please stay put." Yuan Yi politely stopped the group, preventing them from further upsetting Mu Shuoqian.
The principal, completely at a loss, looked at Mu Shuoqian’s retreating figure which carried a faint hint of anger, and suddenly muttered in a low tone, "Did Young Master Qian... get angry?"