Lu Ning was slightly surprised when she heard the principal’s words. She hadn’t expected the principal to bring it up himself. She calmly looked at Lu Liu and Qin Xiang across from her, her expression composed and fearless.
But Lu Liu’s expression became very unnatural. In the past, it was always Lu Ning who chased after him, never doing anything that would put him in a difficult position. As her elder brother, he had always been used to being superior. Now, having to apologize was more painful than death for him.
Qin Xiang immediately said, “Sister Ning Ning, when did you become so good? You were secretly studying at home, and we didn’t even know. When you got such good grades and were suspected of cheating, Sixth Brother came to school right away to help you. He’s actually really good to you.”
After Qin Xiang gave Lu Liu a way to save face, he said coldly, “Xiang Xiang, stop talking. Some ungrateful wolves won’t understand.”
Lu Liu looked at Qin Xiang with even more satisfaction. This was how a sister should behave.
Lu Ning smiled faintly. “Yes, Sixth Brother came to school right away. And then? He told the teachers I cheated, forced me to write a self-criticism, and apologize publicly in front of the whole school. Such kindness—do you want it?”
Qin Xiang was left speechless.
Lu Liu, embarrassed and furious, snapped, “Lu Ning, you secretly worked hard without telling us, making me mistakenly think you cheated. Yes, your grades improved, but playing tricks like this, do you think it’s fun?”
The principal spoke again, looking at the homeroom teacher. “Who were the first ones to accuse Lu Ning of cheating? Bring them here to apologize.”
The homeroom teacher immediately called the two little followers over. They still didn’t understand the situation, assuming Lu Ning had indeed cheated. Smugly, they said, “Teacher, didn’t we say Lu Ning cheated to get good grades? Has the investigation been completed?”
The homeroom teacher nodded. “Yes, it’s been confirmed that Lu Ning did not cheat. You two, apologize to her immediately.”
The two little followers showed shocked expressions. Lu Ning hadn’t cheated? How was that possible?
Qin Xiang immediately played the good person. “Sister Ning Ning really didn’t cheat. I told you earlier not to speak carelessly. Now you should apologize to her.”
With just one sentence, she cleared herself of all blame.
The two little followers reluctantly apologized to Lu Ning. “Sorry, we were wrong. We shouldn’t have spoken recklessly.”
The homeroom teacher looked at Lu Ning. “Do you have any other requests?”
Lu Ning shook her head. “No more.”
The homeroom teacher nodded in satisfaction. “Lu Ning has been working hard lately. On the other hand, Qin Xiang’s grades have dropped badly this time.”
Qin Xiang felt humiliated, especially now that Lu Ning had achieved such good results—it was utterly disgraceful. Her eyes turned red as she replied, “I-I was just delayed this time. I won’t let it happen again.”
Lu Liu also felt embarrassed. “What’s the use of good grades? In the future, if you become famous in gaming, the money you earn will be worth more than these grades.”
Qin Xiang actually agreed with that.
The homeroom teacher, however, was furious. He didn’t expect the parents to speak like this. He looked at Qin Xiang. “You should learn more from Lu Ning.”
Qin Xiang bit her lip hard and ran out of the office.
Lu Liu glared at Lu Ning. “It’s just one good score, and you’re showing off in front of Qin Xiang? She only fell behind because of the gaming team. You, someone who hasn’t contributed anything, have no right to show off.”
Lu Ning lifted her eyelids lazily. “Did I show off?”
The principal spoke again. “I clearly heard the homeroom teacher saying those words. Lu Ning didn’t say a word. As a parent, you shouldn’t be so biased.” Follow the newest chapters on novelping . com.
Lu Liu choked and replied stiffly, “I’m not biased. Lu Ning is just like that.”
After saying that, Lu Liu left to chase after Qin Xiang.
Lu Ning turned to the principal. “Thank you.”
“No need to thank me. You have the ability. This is what you deserve. Go back to class now. I have a meeting with the teachers to emphasize this matter.”
Lu Ning left the office. After walking a few steps, she saw Ji Chiqian standing in the corridor, wearing a white coat. He leaned against the wall, as if waiting for someone.
When their eyes met, Lu Ning’s heart inexplicably sped up.
Ji Chiqian stood up, his voice cool. “How did it go?”
“Of course I won! The principal had me do another set of questions, and I did even better than in the monthly exam.”
Lu Ning lifted her head proudly. At this moment, seeing Ji Chiqian, the joy of her victory finally had someone to share it with.
Ji Chiqian lowered his gaze slightly, his voice calm and unhurried. “Did they apologize?”
Lu Ning paused for a moment. Did he mean Qin Xiang and Sixth Brother? She shook her head. “Only the scapegoats apologized. The people behind the scenes didn’t. But I don’t care anymore. I already slapped them in the face just now!”
She still felt very happy!
Ji Chiqian’s refined features showed a slight smile. He said, “Come see me after school.”
After saying that, he walked away.
Lu Ning noticed people coming through the corridor, so she didn’t ask more and turned back to the classroom.
The previously noisy classroom had quieted down a bit. The homeroom teacher soon announced that Lu Ning’s grades were genuine and that she had not cheated.
Qin Xiang lay on her desk, in a bad mood, even losing interest in her cake. She had to think of a way. She couldn’t let Lu Ning’s grades get so good. How could Lu Ning possibly be better than her?
After school in the afternoon, Lu Ning went straight to the infirmary.
Ji Chiqian sat on the chair, glanced back at her. “Finished your homework?”
“The teacher told us to review the mistakes. I’ve done it.”
She hadn’t made many mistakes, and the ones she had were areas she hadn’t reviewed or mastered.
Ji Chiqian nodded at the computer beside him. “Log into the game. Do you have an account?”
“I do, but I want to create a new one.” The source of this chapter is g.com.
“Perfect, let’s both use new accounts.”
Ji Chiqian didn’t plan to use his main account to play with her.
Lu Ning opened the game and casually picked a name: [Sweet Lemon].
Once she entered the game screen, she looked at Ji Chiqian. “What’s your name? Let’s add each other.”
Lu Ning sneaked a glance at his game interface and found the name familiar: [If Time Could Flow Back].
She suddenly remembered something. Her online lover in her previous life had the exact same name.
Ji Chiqian raised an eyebrow. “What are you looking at? Accept the friend request.”
Lu Ning blushed and quickly accepted. Seeing the game character in front of her made her a bit excited. But in her past life, she hadn’t met her online lover at this time. Maybe it was just a coincidence?
Lu Ning secretly glanced at him. “Why did you choose that name?”
Ji Chiqian paused his hand slightly, his gaze lowered. “Just picked it randomly.”
Lu Ning nodded. Maybe it really was just a coincidence.
The two entered the game and went to the newbie area to do quests. Lu Ning could tell Ji Chiqian wasn’t a complete newbie—he probably used a small account to play with her—but she didn’t ask much. Still, his playstyle really resembled that person.
Lu Ning couldn’t help but ask, “Master, is your main account also named like this?”
“No.”
“So today is the first time you created this small account and chose this name to play?”
Ji Chiqian looked at her. “Yes. Why?”
Lu Ning suddenly lowered her head quickly, her face flushing. “Nothing.”
She was a little conflicted. Was he really that person? But the timing didn’t match her previous life. Back then, she only met that person after the resurrection match, and he taught her how to improve her skills, helping her reach the finals. She had never met him in person until her death. But she was still grateful to him for helping her when she was down and out.
Lu Ning looked distracted.
The two finally completed the newbie area quests. When they started the next quest, they ran into another team.
Lu Ning saw the team’s game names and showed a mocking smile. It was actually Sixth Brother and Qin Xiang.
Ji Chiqian narrowed his eyes. “Want to go after them?”
“What? We’re both on small accounts. Our gear can’t match theirs. If we go up now, it’s suicide.”
Though she said that, Lu Ning was a little tempted.
Ji Chiqian said, “Let’s wait until they’re almost done and steal their boss when they’re low on health.”