Seventeen Again: The Sweet Life with My Family

Chapter 143: Statement

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Wen Nian took a few steps forward. “Teacher Li, thank you for accompanying us today.”

Li Fang pursed her lips, attempting to force a faint smile. With a touch of emotion in her voice, she remarked, “Indeed, appearances can be deceiving. Huang Yue may have seemed obedient and her results consistently good, according to our teachers. But the truth remains the truth. Thankfully, we conducted a thorough investigation and have now brought you the justice you deserve.”

Wen Nian did not respond in agreement to Li Fang’s words. Instead, she shifted the topic and asked, “Mr. Li, what actions will the school take?”

Li Fang pondered for a moment and replied, “Given the gravity of this character issue, there is a high probability that she will face expulsion.”

Wen Nian’s brows eased slightly as she spoke, “Teacher, Huang Yue has shown no remorse during the police investigation. I will never forgive her for what she has done. As the victim, I urge the school to take strict disciplinary action against her. Furthermore, I request that the school’s official website publish a clarification to convey the truth on my behalf.”

Li Fang contemplated the youthfulness of Huang Yue and felt compelled to plead on her behalf. However, she couldn’t dismiss the fact that Wen Nian, as the victim, was also young. If it hadn’t been for Wen Nian’s fortunate circumstances, how many young girls would have been able to endure such an invasive online exposure? The potential consequences of waiting for Wen Nian might have led to an unimaginable outcome, possibly even suicide.

After careful consideration, Li Fang gazed at Wen Nian with a serious expression and reassured her, “Rest assured, 1 will personally convey your request to the school leaders on your behalf.”

This matter then came to an end.

Due to the presence of their families, Wen Nian felt apprehensive about getting too close to Shen Jun. After the Wen couple expressed their gratitude once more, Shen Jun swiftly glanced at Wen Nian, his hidden resentment caught by her keen observation. Wen Nian pursed her lips and let out a subtle chuckle. She casually raised her phone and covertly exchanged a meaningful look with him.

Only then did the corners of Shen Jun’s mouth curl up slightly. He bade farewell to the Wen family and left.

Wen Nian glanced at her family and heaved a sigh of relief when she realized that their small actions had not been discovered. Then, she thought of the word ‘affair’ and chuckled.

Wen Yu was drawn to Wen Nian’s laughter. Sensing her brother’s attention, Wen Nian swiftly composed herself and spoke earnestly, “I can’t help but feel a sense of joy when 1 think about the arrest of the culprit.”

At noon the following day, the police issued an official statement through their official website.

The statement explicitly outlined that Huang Yue had orchestrated the dissemination of rumors and slander against Wen Nian. The gravity of her actions, combined with her lack of remorse, led to a significant penalty. However, due to her status as a minor, she would be sentenced to a year in a detention center as the final punishment.

No. 1 High School’s official website promptly responded and released a school statement, which stated that Huang Yue had been expelled from the school, and all the awards she had previously received were revoked.

Even though Xu Chang was in the capital, he maintained regular contact with Wen Nian, staying updated on the unfolding situation. He closely followed the developments because he didn’t want the opportunity to be with the female lead he had longed for to slip away so easily.

Capitalizing on the prevailing attention and public interest, Wen Nian and Xu Chang made the decision to schedule the press conference for the following day. Xu Chang wrapped up his filming commitments for the day and promptly boarded a plane that night to join Wen Nian in preparation for the press conference.

In the past two days, Wen Nian had also received many messages from Bai Zheng and Zheng Mo encouraging and asking if she wanted help. However, she politely declined them.

After all, this was a battle between her and Huang Yue. She didn’t want to involve innocent people, but she would keep these genuine friendships in mind.

Realizing that it was still winter break and she had planned to fly to the capital after the press conference the next day, Wen Nian took the initiative to ask the two of them out for a hangout.

At the milktea shop.

Zheng Mo glanced at Bai Zheng, the skinny man beside her, and a slight twitch appeared at the corners of her mouth. If she had known that he would be joining them, she would have preferred to arrange a meeting with Wen Nian alone tonight.

Bai Zheng looked at Zheng Mo, this violent girl, and felt unhappy. However, on account of Wen Nian, he still endured it.

Sensing the slightly unusual atmosphere, Wen Nian didn’t dwell on it too much. She presumed that the two of them were simply unfamiliar with each other and proceeded to introduce them with a warm smile. “This is Zheng Mo, the vice president of the mixed martial arts club. And this is Bai Zheng, the head of the Arts Department in the Student Union.”

The two of them nodded at each other with fake smiles and greeted each other indifferently.

Fortunately, Bai Zheng and Zheng Mo were very concerned about the rumors about Wen Nian. Everyone still chatted harmoniously for more than an hour.

As Bai Zheng heard the introduction, he recalled that Huang Yue had been a member of several music-related clubs that fell under the jurisdiction of the Literature and Arts Department. He shook his head in disbelief and commented, “1 never expected her to be that kind of person. She always seemed gentle and polite on the surface.”

Zheng Mo sneered with a hint of cynicism. “Men are easily fooled by innocent appearances and virtuous facades. It’s no surprise that they can’t see through the deception.”

Bai Zheng recognized the sarcastic tone in Zheng Mo’s comment but chose not to engage in a response. He cast a brief glance at Zheng Mo and refrained from adding anything further to the conversation..