Chapter 385

In all her years of memories, no one's image could overlap with that of the other person.

This was indeed her first meeting with the other person, but this inexplicable sense of familiarity puzzled her.

"It really is our first time meeting. It's probably just a temporary illusion."

Wu Liang shrugged and stretched casually. The feeling of familiarity was probably just a fleeting illusion.

He couldn't possibly know her. If he really knew a beauty of that caliber, he would definitely have some impression of her.

Perhaps because of his nerves being so tense, he's become somewhat obsessed.

"Maybe."

Qiao Xinying touched her chin and nodded in agreement.

Perhaps, as the boy said, she was just experiencing a sense of déjà vu.

"You're here to relax, right? Then I won't bother you any longer."

"If you'd like to walk around a bit more, you can go check out the rockery and pavilion in front. The lotus pond and flower garden over there are quite nice."

Wu Liang stood up from the swing, brushed the dust off his pants, and pointed to the small hill in the distance.

People come to this park simply to relax and stroll; there's no need for him to linger here.

Since Yao Qing has stood him up and made it clear that she won't come here, it's about time he left.

He might as well go back and think about how to play the role of Su Qian's boyfriend first, in order to avoid giving himself away later.

"Wait a minute, please stay."

Upon seeing Wu Liang preparing to leave, Qiao Xinying quickly raised her hand and called out to him.

She still had some questions to ask the other party about the Huihuangxing Academy, and she couldn't let the other party leave.

"Is there anything else?"

Wu Liang tapped the phone screen twice to check the time.

This morning's classes were a complete waste; if Ye Luotong found out, he'd probably get another lecture.

"You must be a student at the Huihuangxing Academy. Could you please tell me about things at the college?"

"Of course, I won't force you if it's inconvenient for you."

Qiao Xinying, holding her skirt, slowly stood up, walked to Wu Liang, and bowed.

As the principal of the college Qiao Ranxin must be very busy every day. After all, Huihuangxing Academy is the number one college in Yanghai City, and the daily trivial matters and meetings must be giving Qiao Ranxin a lot of headaches.

The Qiao Ranxin she learned about from her students was the most authentic version of herself. During the five years she was away from her mother, she wanted to know what her mother's work and living environment were like.

"Are you interested in the Huihuangxing Academy?"

"As you can see."

"What do you want to know? I can tell you briefly."

"If possible, I would like you to describe to me what kind of person the college's principal is."

"You mean Principal Qiao?"

"Hmm, I want to know what kind of person she is. I want to learn more about her."

"..."

"Because I only know that Principal Qiao is a very dedicated and charming woman, but I don't know her true story, so I hope you can tell me her story in the college in a little more detail."

"..."

"You don't need to feel any pressure, and you don't need to talk about any great achievements. Just talk about everyday things."

"..."

After hearing the name Qiao Ranxin, Wu Liang could no longer hear what the girl was saying afterward.

He felt a stomachache, especially after learning that the girl had such a high opinion of Qiao Ranxin.

He initially thought she was interested in the college's internal environment and teaching staff, but it turned out she was a big fan of Qiao Ranxin.

It's obvious what's going on; she's probably just another naive girl deceived by Qiao Ranxin's glamorous appearance.

No one knows Qiao Ranxin better than him; it seems he needs to correct this young woman's thinking.

At the very least, the other party must be freed from this misconception, and the girl must be made aware of just how lazy, cunning, and unscrupulous principal Qiao Ranxin really is, who also enjoys teasing students.

"Principal Qiao Ranxin, right? Well, you've come to the right person. We just met recently."

"I know Principal Qiao very well, so let me first tell you about the things Principal Qiao does every day at the college."

Wu Liang slowly raised his head to look at the girl, a sinister smile appearing on his lips.

Although doing so might shatter the girl's beautiful fantasies, it's still much better than being kept in the dark forever.

"Thank you so much for sharing."

Qiao Xinying tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and smiled faintly, her beautiful eyes reflecting the young man's handsome face.

The Qiao Ranxin I learned about from the students must have a side of her that she had never seen before.

Whether Qiao Ranxin is truly as aloof and elegant as she imagined, let this student tell her herself.

"You'll be disappointed. You'd better be prepared."

Wu Liang glanced at the girl's pretty face and then chuckled coldly.

He doesn't have many merits; the only one he can openly acknowledge is his honesty.

It's about time you woke up from your fantasy, you naive and ignorant poor girl. Let me show you what cruelty is.

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Qiao Xinying frowned slightly, sensing the veiled mockery in the young man's smile.

Why did the other person show such a disdainful expression when Qiao Ranxin was mentioned?

This feeling... this feeling is as eerie as if he had been manipulated by his mother...

Achoo!

Qiao Ranxin, who was sitting in the back seat, suddenly sneezed.

A sudden, bone-chilling coldness suddenly spread through my body.

"Principal? You have a cold?"

The driver glanced at the rearview mirror and asked Qiao Ranxin, who was wiping her nose, with concern.

"No, maybe it's some little brat talking bad about me."

Qiao Ranxin rubbed her nose and waved casually.

Could it be that Wu Liang is talking badly about her behind her back...?

Chapter Twenty-Two: Growing Disgust (laughs)

"What did you say?"

Qiao Xinying stared wide-eyed at the young man in front of her.

For a moment, she couldn't tell whether she had misheard or the other person had said something wrong.

What did this student from the Huihuangxing Academy just say? Did he say that his mother is a lazy pig who only knows how to eat and sleep?

Is she crazy, or is this young man crazy? How could he say such rude and tasteless things?

"Do I have to tell you a second time? I think I've made myself perfectly clear. Qiao Ranxin isn't as glamorous as she appears on the surface."

"In private, she is lazy and irresponsible, and spends her days sleeping and watching TV series at home wearing a thin nightgown. This is the most authentic side of Principal Qiao that you want to know."

As Wu Liang spoke, he suddenly felt something was missing and instinctively reached into the right pocket of his jacket.

He didn't find what he wanted, but only a few pieces of "Black Arrow" chewing gum.

"Oh... thinking about it, it seems like it's been a long time since I've touched a cigarette..."

Wu Liang looked at the chewing gum in his palm and muttered to himself.

I don't know when it started, but he rarely touched cigarettes and has even said goodbye to them.

Hmm, how long has it been since your last cigarette? I'm a little confused.

Thinking about it this way, Yao Shi's supervision was actually quite useful...

"Chewing gum?"

Wu Liang shook his head and handed a piece to the girl in front of him.

"No, thank you."

Qiao Xinying politely declined the young man's offer, forcing a stiff smile.

His complexion was somewhat unwell, gloomy with a hint of paleness.

She couldn't believe what the young man was saying; how could her mother be such a despicable person?

In her memory, her mother had always been an outstanding and incredibly charming businesswoman, and no woman could ever compare to her.

Whether it's her personal charm, her figure and face, or her aura and innate leadership qualities, my mother is the best of the best.

A mother only needs one look to make those men fall for her and even give up everything.

But how did her mother become a gloomy, reclusive woman who never left the house in this young man's words?

Is her daily routine just eating and sleeping? And she only wears a nightgown and wanders around in front of students, and she even likes to flirt with them?

Is she really the same person as Qiao Ranxin that this young man mentioned?

"Is there anything else you'd like to know? Although I've put it simply, I believe I've explained it very clearly."

"Qiao Ranxin is not as perfect and outstanding as you think. What you see is just the surface, or your unrealistic fantasy."

Wu Liang waved his hand in front of the girl's eyes.

Why did this girl suddenly freeze in place like a block of wood?

Could it be that what I said hurt her? Well, that's not entirely incomprehensible.

After all, in the other party's impression, Qiao Ranxin had always appeared as a perfect person.

Now that her fantasy has been suddenly shattered by herself, any normal person would be shocked and find it hard to accept.

"This student, spreading rumors and defaming others can lead to legal consequences."

Qiao Xinying clenched her fists unnaturally, a hint of displeasure flashing in her eyes.

Absolutely impossible. My mother could never be the kind of person they described.

This student probably has a very bad relationship with his mother, which is why he is deliberately speaking ill of her here.

"Smear campaign and spreading rumors?"

Wu Liang laughed; it turned out this girl was a die-hard fan of Qiao Ranxin.

We can't let Qiao Ranxin continue to wreak havoc on the world. Look at how you've brainwashed those little girls!

This little girl refuses to believe the truth and only wants to live in her own fantasy; she's practically gone mad.

"I have no need to smear others; it does me no good."

"Believe it or not, I'm just stating the facts. You're not a student at the Huihuangxing Academy. Do you really think you know her better than I do?"

Wu Liang crossed his arms and looked at the girl with great interest.

It's clear that she's very angry about what she said.

He didn't know why this girl valued Qiao Ranxin so much; it might just be a fleeting infatuation and blind following.

This is similar to some celebrities' fanatical fans, who can only see others praising their idols and cannot stand others saying anything bad about them.

He could understand the girl's feelings and her respect for Qiao Ranxin.

But blindly hoping is ultimately a mistake. It's better to get out of the mire as soon as possible, otherwise you'll only sink deeper and deeper until you can't get out.