"I've gotten a general understanding of the situation."
After Principal Pu Xueli finished shaking hands with Lu Bai, he turned slightly and gave Chen Li a look.
Chen Li stepped forward and bowed to Lu Bai. "Lu Bai, I'm sorry for what I did. I hope you can forgive me."
His apology was quite sincere, with nothing to fault.
Truth be told, Director Chen had always been this arrogant. Lu Bai had already realized as much the first time they met.
He wasn't exactly a bad person, just unpleasant and difficult to like.
He'd probably made it to director because he was a Deathmatch fighter.
Lu Bai had never been inclined to hold a grudge against someone like him.
Besides, the school officials were being friendly to him mainly because of his potential, and he had yet to fulfill it.
If he insisted on getting revenge now, the school might still take his side, but he wouldn't be such a perfect victim anymore. It would hardly be worth it.
There were clearly more advantages to keeping up the image of a perfect victim.
Just look at how making a fuss had earned him another million right away.
Lu Bai rose with a smile and helped Chen Li back upright.
"Director Chen, there's no need for that. Zudian Campus is flourishing. Now that we're at a new starting point, we should carry on together, grow side by side, and thrive."
"Well said!"
Vice Principal Guan Yong applauded enthusiastically.
With the principal leading the way, the school staff present were quick to follow suit. The reception room was suddenly filled with a cheerful atmosphere.
By the time Lu Bai returned home with the Lu siblings, it was already afternoon.
No matter how shocking something was, after half a day to cool