Xia Zhu's words left Su Qing and Lin Ruyu completely stunned. What does this have to do with Xia Zhu?

"You don't need to be confused because the lady he mentioned on the street is me. Haha, don't you find it ironic? Or do you think that even having a drink with my students requires your approval? Sir, I must say your mindset is very vile, to accuse someone without any proof. But before anything actually happened, you imagined a whole series of consequences and disrupted the harmony among my students. Ruyu, do you trust someone like him?" At this moment, Xia Zhu fully displayed her teacher image.

"Half of the incident is your speculation, but most of it is your exaggerated lies. Firstly, I was looking at clothes at the women's counter in the mall and had a dispute over a piece I liked. Ye Hao was also at the nearby women's counter and saw me being bullied by others, felt disgusted and stood up for me. Although he stood up for me and pushed the price of that piece to thirty thousand, he did not buy it, but instead aimed to trap the man competing with him. He did it all to vent my anger." Xia Zhu looked at Lin Ruyu with disappointment, wondering how Lin Ruyu could trust such people but not her classmate Ye Hao?

"After bidding, Ye Hao felt a bit embarrassed for not buying the dress for me and perhaps wanted to say sorry. He explained why he erased my blackboard messages at school, although I don't really know the main reason, I accepted his apology for explaining. So he wanted to buy me a drink. I think he mentioned to you previously about stepping out of the mall, right? He also told me he wanted to tell Ruyu and Su Qing, but why didn't you believe him?" Xia Zhu shook her head in disappointment looking at Lin Ruyu.

Upon hearing this, Lin Ruyu roughly understood what the truth was and remembered Ye Hao had indeed told them he wanted to step out of the mall for a while and wait for them at the entrance. At the time they hadn't given it much thought, assuming Ye Hao was tired or wanted to sit outside for a bit, so they didn't dwell on it.

It wasn't until Yan Yun Mountain mentioned Ye Hao went out with a beauty that they forgot Ye Hao actually said he was stepping out of the mall, and then hurried to figure out what Ye Hao was thinking…

"After going out, Ye Hao bought me a drink. See? Just this drink. Does someone want to take this glass and test it to see if I drank from it?" Xia Zhu said, coldly staring at Yan Yun Mountain as if seeing something revolting.

Xia Zhu was indeed angry, and anyone facing someone so inconsistent would feel angry. Because he is too shameless, imagining others' affairs in situations without basis. If there was even a hint of basis it might be understandable, but he doesn't even know if he is talking about the woman buying clothes, just stirring trouble everywhere. Who wouldn't be angry meeting such people?

Moreover, every word Yan Yun Mountain uttered seemed to target Ye Hao. Did Ye Hao do anything wrong to him? Even if there was, why not state it openly? Why resort to backhanded tactics?

"And you two, how does the teacher usually teach you? Before things actually happen, don't listen to random speculations, nor let your mind wander. Give others a chance to explain. Even if you don't believe their explanation, you could continue to observe. If Ye Hao indeed did such a thing, wouldn't it be late to criticize him later?" Xia Zhu shook her head in disappointment at Lin Ruyu and Su Qing, thinking these two students are too easily influenced by others.

Lin Ruyu and Su Qing blushed at Xia Zhu's words, feeling very self-reproachful, quietly blaming themselves for being too reckless. If Ye Hao were a petty person, would he still be diligent and responsible toward them after being accused like this?

Or would Ye Hao still accompany us to school? It's hard to say. If one received such treatment, they would likely leave and avoid anyone who misunderstood them like this.

Thinking about this, they felt filled with guilt, especially considering how Ye Hao woke up early every day to make them breakfast, take them to school, chat idly to entertain them, and occasionally lighten their mood with jokes.

Yan Yun Mountain also blushed from Xia Zhu's words, nervously looking at Lin Ruyu and whispered, "Ruyu cousin…"

"Cousin your sister, get lost!" Lin Ruyu fiercely turned to Yan Yun Mountain and shouted, not sparing him even though he was her cousin! Especially recalling how pretentious he was, how did she carelessly fall under his influence?

"Cousin, I really didn't know things were like this. Although it was speculation, I did it for your good, cousin." Yan Yun Mountain felt increasingly uneasy, as if sensing Lin Ruyu's anger was about to boil over.

"Sister your brother-in-law, I don't want to see you again. Just know how to speculate, get lost!" Lin Ruyu shouted.

Ye Hao looked somewhat intimidated by the ferocious display, silently warning himself not to do anything to provoke the 'tigress' in the future, or else he might find his days difficult to manage.

"Cousin, Qingqing help me?" Yan Yun Mountain called to Lin Ruyu, but Lin Ruyu just glared at him fiercely, completely ignoring him. He could only look to Su Qing, hoping she might help persuade.

"Hmph! Ye, if you still consider us good friends, beat him up! We'll take responsibility for any consequences, also as an apology for us. Hmph, give this hypocrite a good beating," Su Qing said more aggressively.

Yan Yun Mountain stood there awkwardly, but at this moment Xia Zhu spoke up, "Such a person deserves some lesson, it's downright unreasonable not to. Do what you want, I'll pretend I didn't see."

Lin Ruyu also coldly glanced at Yan Yun Mountain, though she said nothing, but the look in her eyes was more direct than words.

Ye Hao chuckled and said, "Forget it! It's nothing. He was just worried about you," then turned to add, "Don't be angry, everyone. This time, let me treat you! I can afford a few drinks. Ruyu, have a seat!" Ye Hao spoke while gently tugging Lin Ruyu's hand and sat her down.

Su Qing also walked over and sat next to Ye Hao, and Xia Zhu snorted before sitting down.

At this moment, thinking no one cared about him, Yan Yun Mountain came up with a cheeky smile intending to sit down. But Lin Ruyu suddenly shouted, "Why are you still here? Do you want to get beaten up?"

Her words made people around cast surprised glances, wondering if there could be such a fierce woman on the street.

Ye Hao acted as if he didn't know her, and Lin Ruyu seemed to notice the strange looks from others, causing her face to flush red. However, seeing Ye Hao pretending not to know her, she stomped hard on Ye Hao's foot.

"Ouch!"

Ye Hao yelped in pain, glared at her, and said, "Why are you like this, woman! I didn't even say a word, is this necessary?"

"Because I want to," Lin Ruyu hummed, feeling happy watching Yan Yun Mountain flee in panic and noticing Ye Hao didn't seem to blame them.

Just as Ye Hao was about to glare at her, an enchanting voice rang out: "Ah! I've been looking for you everywhere, and here you are. Thank heaven I've finally found you!"

The voice sounded familiar. Ye Hao looked up at the newcomer, feeling a bit embarrassed as he glanced around, thinking, is she calling me? I only took her business card, is it necessary to look for me that long?

But realizing no one else was responding, could she really be looking for him?

Lin Ruyu glanced at the pretty woman, then at Ye Hao, her gaze filled with questions, as if asking Ye Hao, who is this?

Ye Hao stood up a bit awkwardly and asked, "Um, are you looking for me? Miss Ji..."

"Yes! I don't know your name, but I know you're impressive. Can I get to know you?" The woman was indeed Ji Keci, the beauty Ye Hao met at Yiwu Villa that evening. Ji Keci was dressed casually today, in a light blue leisure outfit, carrying an LV bag, her hair tied up casually.

Playful, casual, natural, and easygoing, she looked perfectly in harmony, only making people want to get closer to this beauty...

"Haha, well, this here is my boss. If you have any matters, you can speak to my boss." Ye Hao was not fond of interacting with strangers, even if they were beautiful. He had no intention of engaging much as his job was to protect Lin Ruyu. If someone had private matters, he didn't need to tell Lin Ruyu, but since he barely knew this woman, better to avoid unnecessary contact to keep the tigress from getting mad.

"Oh? You're not their classmate?" Ji Keci asked with some confusion, though realizing she did need Ye Hao's help, she confidently reached out her hand to Lin Ruyu, saying, "Hello, I'm Ji Keci, the front desk manager at Yiwu Villa. After seeing his bike skills last time, I've wanted to get to know him. Can we be friends?"

Lin Ruyu was taken aback, the front desk manager at Yiwu Villa? It rang a bell, though she knew Yiwu Villa had a strong backing, that was Lin Ruyu's impression of their background.

But Lin Ruyu wasn't a pushover either. With someone being so open to making friends, they naturally wouldn't reject. Lin Ruyu stood up and gently shook hands with Ji Keci, saying, "I'm Lin Ruyu, that's Ye Hao, this is my sister Su Qing, and my teacher Xia Zhu."

After introductions, Lin Ruyu let go of her hand, but Ji Keci extended her hand again, raising it in front of Ye Hao, saying, "Hello, Ye Hao!"

(Oh, how gratifying! Gained dozens of followers today, are some buddies reading my book? Thanks, hehe, won't say much more, still rushing to type, been really busy these days, updates a bit late)

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