After the words were spoken, there was a buzz of discussion all around.
If someone really violates the rules, they’ll be asked to leave the summer camp.
Amidst the discussions, Yu Baihan raised his eyes and met the gaze directed at him, squinting slightly:
Irrelevant person… meaning Senior Lu?
Xue Qin also looked over and saw that it was Yu Baihan. He was taken aback for a moment and then became serious, “Is this true, Baihan?”
Yu Baihan stood up fearlessly, “No.”
Senior Lu was invited here, but he didn’t bring anyone unauthorized.
Xue Qin turned to the boy, “Student, your name is Hong Rui, right? When discussing other people’s eligibility for joining the camp, you need to be responsible for what you say. Are you sure?”
Hong Rui was confident, “I’m sure. The other person looks like a non-camper, not from our summer camp. If Dean Xue doubts it, you can ask other students; everyone saw it!”
The atmosphere around suddenly turned a little tense, and Liu Jinci and the others also grew anxious.
Everyone’s reactions seemed to silently confirm something.
Xue Qin suppressed his unease, “Baihan, do you have an explanation?”
Yu Baihan stated, “He is not an irrelevant person.”
After a pause, he made it clear, correcting Senior Lu’s title in front of everyone, “He is an honorary alumnus of our C University, Senior Lu Huan.”
【Honorary Alumni】
As soon as these four words were uttered, the classroom erupted!
That’s a highly prominent figure in the industry! With such an identity, who would need to be “brought into the school”?
Certainly, it was the dean of the school board who welcomed him!
Amidst the animated discussion, Xue Qin relaxed and smiled, “So it’s Xiao Lu, and he didn’t inform us when he came back.”
His familiar tone revealed the close relationship between “irrelevant person Lu Huan” and the school’s tutor.
Hong Rui stood stiffly in front of his seat, his face turned pale, and his hands hung awkwardly by his sides.
It seemed he was caught off guard by this turn of events. His anticipated attempt to expose someone had failed, and instead, he was the one exposed.
Yu Baihan glanced at him wordlessly: See, I told you so.
And why choose to challenge Senior Lu, of all people? It’s just like a commoner attempting to outsmart a seasoned hunter.
Yu Baihan asked, half-teasingly, “Student, you desire to be admitted to C University so much, yet you’re unaware of C University’s history and its distinguished alumni?”
After these words, some people around couldn’t help but chuckle. “Pfft.”
It was the group members who were deceived by Hong Rui earlier. One of them, relieved, echoed, “Indeed, a true C University aspirant should know better.”
Yu Baihan: …
My goodness, why is there still someone arguing with him in thin air? How many people has he offended?
Hong Rui’s face instantly shifted from white to red, as if he had just been publicly reprimanded.
He glared at Yu Baihan resentfully, and suddenly he seemed to grasp something. His expression changed, “But even if you’re an honorary alumnus, entering a private summer camp is still a violation.”
“Professors, you shouldn’t protect students from your school, right?”
He raised his chin slightly as if he were championing justice.
Yu Baihan almost wanted to give him a round of applause:
A few days ago, when you were sowing discord and deceiving your classmates secretly, where was this sense of “justice”?
Apparently, many people felt the same, and they looked at Hong Rui, now full of shame.
The atmosphere grew slightly tense, and even Xue Qin found himself in a dilemma.
Yu Baihan met Hong Rui’s determined gaze, and the corners of his lips suddenly curled up, “Oh.”
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He clenched his fist tightly and then loosened it, trying to find something to salvage the situation, but couldn’t find a reason at that moment.
Seeing his discomfort, Yu Baihan said thoughtfully, “Do you need another confirmation?”
Hong Rui choked for a moment, “You—”
“It’s necessary.” Xue Qin finally regained his composure. He turned to another tutor and said, “Professor Li, please go to the business school to confirm.”
Xue Qin emphasized, “To ensure students from other schools don’t think C University is being unfair.”
“Of course.” Professor Li turned and walked out the door.
…
After the crowd dispersed, Yu Baihan leaned over and settled into his chair.
He reclined, feeling a sense of satisfaction wash over him.
Fang Jian leaned in eagerly, “Man, you’re amazing! Getting invited to give a speech made me nervous on your behalf.”
Fu Shu also let out a sigh of relief, “You’re really exceptional, and you’ve become a strong competitor to some people. They’re probably itching to bring you down whenever they get the chance.”
Yu Baihan glanced at Hong Rui’s uneasy expression, then shifted his gaze away, feeling content.
“It’s fine. I’d rather evoke jealousy than pity.”
“…?”
Fang Jian and the others were momentarily stunned by this statement! They stared at him, seemingly observing a peculiar specimen. “What are you talking about?”
Yu Baihan casually replied, “Just some words of wisdom.”
—
The School of Business and the School of Literature were separated by some distance.
After waiting for ten minutes, the sound of footsteps finally reached Yu Baihan’s ears. Then came Professor Li’s voice, “Dean Xue.”
It seemed like the confirmation had taken place.
Yu Baihan was using this moment to read, his head bent down. He looked up upon hearing the commotion.
As Professor Li entered, he cast a glance behind him.
Following that gaze, Yu Baihan spotted a familiar figure at the door.
Dressed in a shirt and trousers, his face composed and his posture straight, he strolled nonchalantly towards the door, hands in his pockets. The previously bustling room suddenly fell silent.
Yu Baihan’s heart skipped a beat—Lu Huan!
He looked over with eyes sparkling:
Oh, he’s pretending again~ Senior Lu looks so handsome!
While he was observing, Lu Huan turned his head abruptly, locking eyes with him from across the classroom.
There was a slight shift in the light in Lu Huan’s eyes, and his expression held a subtle emotion.
Yu Baihan:?
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“Little Lu, why are you here?” Xue Qin’s enthusiastic greeting broke their gaze.
Lu Huan shifted his attention from Hong Rui and responded, “Do you not want me to explain why I’m here?”
His tone was light, yet it carried a sense of authority.
Instinctively, Hong Rui stepped back and accidentally bumped into the corner of the table, creating a loud “bang!”
Yu Baihan looked on at Lu Huan.
He had witnessed Lu Huan in this demeanor several times, distinct from the Lu Huan who easily blushed in private.
Oh, but he liked them both.
The atmosphere grew a bit tense.
Xue Qin promptly introduced Lu Huan to the students, seizing the opportunity for some positive publicity for C University:
“This is Senior Lu Huan, an alumnus of our C University and the founder of the Lu Group. As you can see, Senior Lu Huan has returned to the campus today to deliver a speech.”
Admiration rippled through the audience. “Wow, he’s so young…”
“I envy the business school; I wish I could attend the lecture.”
In just a glance, people were captivated by someone so outstanding, eliciting yearning and respect.
Yu Baihan sincerely accepted the compliments for Lu Huan from his classmates when suddenly his arm was nudged.
Fang Jian leaned in eagerly, “I’d love to hear it too, but Senior Lu’s speech must be quite profound. Will I be able to understand it?”
“…Well, yes. He’s very approachable.”
“Wow, really?”
In a few brief exchanges, the introduction was completed.
Xue Qin then turned to Hong Rui. “Do you have your confirmation now? Any more questions?”
“I…” Hong Rui faced the collective gaze, feeling the spotlight on him. He couldn’t hide his unwillingness and embarrassment, especially under the keen scrutiny of Lu Huan. The calmer Lu Huan seemed, the more Hong Rui resembled a clown.
In a moment of desperation, Hong Rui caught onto a faint hope amid his jumbled thoughts. He suddenly raised his head and declared, “They’re engaged in romantic activities on campus!”
“…What?”
Yu Baihan was taken aback.
Seizing what he believed to be his ultimate trump card, Hong Rui, brimming with confidence, continued, “Mr. Lu, an honorary alumnus invited back to school and the CEO of a successful company, was engaging in romantic activities with college students participating in the summer camp during his return to campus—”
His words were carefully chosen, laced with a sense of injustice.
Yu Baihan’s mouth hung slightly open as he listened.
He hadn’t anticipated this twist in the story.
It was because he hadn’t played his part well enough.
…
After Hong Rui finished speaking, the classroom fell silent for a few seconds. Evaluative glances lightly crossed between Yu Baihan and Lu Huan.
Lu Huan’s expression darkened, his eyes growing cold.
Xue Qin frowned and reprimanded Hong Rui, “What nonsense are you spouting, Xiao Lu and the others…”
He paused, then eased his frown. Calmly, he turned to Lu Huan, “Xiao Lu, please clarify.”
Yu Baihan’s gaze shifted from Xue Qin to Lu Huan.
Let Lu Huan speak? He was curious to see what the usually reserved Xiao Lu would say.
Like him, numerous eyes fixated on Lu Huan——
Amidst the collective gaze, Lu Huan remained silent for two seconds. He lifted his eyelashes and spoke calmly, “We are married. Should we be more respectful?”
Yu Baihan:!
Present students:!
With those words, the classroom erupted like a volcano! Hong Rui stood there in shock, his eyes displaying disbelief. His last shred of leverage was now gone, leaving him pale.
It wasn’t just Hong Rui. Several exclamations echoed in the classroom. “What the heck!”
Fang Jian grabbed Yu Baihan, incredulous, “What… you got married early!?”
Liu Jinci’s voice boomed even louder, “So Senior Lu is not just your boyfriend, but also your ‘Lao gong’!!!”
Gosh! The bombshell of being a “Lao gong.”
Yu Baihan was flabbergasted, his face heating up: They had shouted so loudly, Lu Huan must have heard it.
As he thought about it, he glanced forward.
Sensing something, Lu Huan seemed to look at him too.
Their eyes met, and a flicker of emotion passed through Lu Huan’s calm eyes. Then, Lu Huan pursed his thin lips.
Familiar gestures.
Yu Baihan understood: Oh, he definitely heard it.
Not only did he hear, but he was also blushing.
A moment ago, he seemed so composed, as if he was completely at ease.
Fu Shu admired, “Your Senior Lu is really bold, openly announcing it like this.”
Yu Baihan refocused, turned his head, and confirmed, “Indeed.”
The classroom was buzzing with chatter. A voice from outside the door caught their attention, “Xiao Lu, it’s time to prepare for the speech.”
Yu Baihan turned to look and saw a head poking in. The person held a phone horizontally and urged affectionately, “The teacher’s phone is about to die, hurry up!”
Lu Huan, “…”
Yu Baihan was on high alert: Could this be…
Lu Huan turned and walked out the door, “Alright, Dean Chen.”
Yu Baihan: Just as he suspected.
—
A group of people swiftly exited, and the previously bustling classroom quieted down once again under Xue Qin’s direction, preparing to commence the discussion.
Hong Rui had taken his seat, head lowered, and back slightly slumped.
His facial expression remained obscured, and he hadn’t even opened a book.
This episode essentially severed his pathway into C University after all this commotion.
Yu Baihan glanced at him and then averted his gaze.
It reaffirmed the idea that if he focused on doing his own tasks well, others’ excitement or distress didn’t directly concern him.
As he lowered his head to open his laptop, his phone buzzed.
[Fish]: You don’t need to worry about me.
Yu Baihan pondered for a moment. Suddenly, he recalled the somber expression in Lu Huan’s eyes when he entered the classroom.
Oh~ So that’s what he was worried about.
[Yu Er]: I’m not a child who runs to their parents when I have a disagreement with someone. [Firm stance.jpg]
The text was sent, and his phone vibrated promptly.
[Fish]: Am I the parent?
Yu Baihan clutched his phone, feeling a sudden pang in his heart.
The resonating echo of Liu Jinci’s exclamation about their relationship being revealed moments ago seemed to linger in his ears.
He pressed his lips together, his eyelashes gently lowering, and typed carefully on the screen with his fingertips.
[Yu Er]: What do you mean?
Announcing it to everyone! Our Xiao Lu is so bold~
They’re unstoppable~~ and also did the Si Family vanish into obscurity so soon 😂
Thanks for the chapters
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Every time they drop a response to his accusations my brain makes a vine boom go off in the background like one of those edits asdfgjklsjdjdkdjdjd
Well, that shut Hong Rui up! 😘
Thanks for the chapter 💞
Hahaha serve him right! 🫠
this gotta be one of my fave chapters lol 🤣
That was absolutely golden