Li Weixuan's statement undoubtedly settled the matter.
Although Lanaia was reluctant, she didn't argue further for the time being.
And judging by Yuan Fang's reaction, he didn't seem to mind either.
Before Li Weixuan said that, he'd barely spoken with Yuan Fang, which showed that the two really were close friends.
"Professor Lanaia, you'll be working with Professor Fu from here on."
After speaking, Li Weixuan turned to look at Fu Qian, his expression unreadable.
"Professor Fu, although I personally believe you're innocent, I still hope you can provide sufficient evidence to clear your name."
"We'll also investigate this thoroughly. But if it turns out that you really are involved, the academy won't protect anyone."
"Of course."
Fu Qian replied with a smile.
Li Weixuan's move might have seemed somewhat biased, but it was already the most reasonable way to handle things.
For one thing, his motive for killing was so obvious it seemed fake. For another, the academy had only issued a statement about the hearing that morning.
Changing their minds now and handing him over to the Night Watchers without much evidence would be rather awkward.
The only risk in handling things this way was that he might simply run off, and Lanaia wouldn't be able to stop him.
But given the strength he'd shown so far, if he really went all out to escape, even all of them together might not be able to hold him.
So rather than corner him into taking matters into his own hands to prove his innocence, it was better to show some magnanimity.
And Li Weixuan's seemingly unilateral declaration could actually help Yuan Fang shoulder some of the pressure.
Now that was what you called good buddies—perfectly in sync!
"There's no time to waste. I'll head out with Lanaia now."
Fu