Chapter 323 - Chapter 323: Xia Chen Studying
Chapter 323: Xia Chen Studying
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“Sure, please complete these forms and then head straight to class. You’re going to be in your third year of high school,” the principal instructed.
“No problem,” Xia Chen replied promptly.
He began to fill out the forms.
“Do you want to be in the same class as your sister?” the principal inquired.
Xia Chen nodded. “It would be great if that’s possible. We can study together and support each other if any issues arise.”
The principal considered it and agreed. “Very well, Xia Wan’s grades could use some improvement. I hope you can help her make progress.”
Xia Chen nodded in affirmation.
After completing the forms, Jiang Rong approached to accompany him to the classroom.
Jiang Rong grinned and addressed the students, saying, “Allow me to introduce you all to someone. This is Xia Chen. He was a student here previously but had to leave due to some special circumstances. Having faced challenges in life, he’s come to understand the importance of education in shaping his future. So, he’s returned to continue his studies.”
“Let’s warmly welcome Xia Chen back with a round of applause.”
The students started clapping.
Xia Chen smiled bashfully. Being two years older than his fellow students, he felt a bit self-conscious about the warm reception.
Jiang Rong directed him, “There’s an empty seat in the fifth row. You’re tall, so it’ll suit you.”
“Okay, thank you, teacher,” Xia Chen responded, carrying his bag to his designated seat.
As he walked past Xia Wan, she gave him an encouraging gesture, adding to his inv
The lunch bell rang. Xia Wan and Liu Hua eagerly approached Xia Chen. “Brother, let’s go to the cafeteria. You haven’t eaten there in a while, right? The food is really diverse and affordable now.”
Liu Hua chimed in, “And it’s quite cheap. One yuan can get you two meat dishes, two vegetable dishes, and a steamed bun!”
Listening to them, Xia Chen smiled, touched by the youthful enthusiasm around him.
There was something deeply touching about returning to school after facing difficulties in the outside world.
As the three of them walked, Xia Wan noticed the lingering glances and whispers from others.
Liu Hua observed Xia Wan’s reaction and explained, “The recent incident between you and Li Pan has caused quite a stir. People are discussing it.” Xia Wan nodded and asked, “Do some of them view me as too harsh?”
Liu Hua looked unsure, wanting to reassure Xia Wan but struggling to find the right words.
Xia Wan continued, “I had a prearranged understanding with Officer Song. If I hadn’t, Li Pan instigating others to harm me would be a crime, reflecting on her record. Even if she scores well on the college entrance exams, many universities wouldn’t accept her.”
Liu Hua hadn’t been aware of this detail, but Xia Wan’s explanation sparked his anger.
“Wanwan, why didn’t you share this with everyone? Knowing this, they wouldn’t see you as heartless.”
Liu Hua felt close to Xia Wan, which is why these discussions didn’t reach his ears. However, in the restroom, he overheard some girls talking about Xia Wan. They insinuated that she must have used Xia Wan for her own advantage, given her good grades.
Fueled by anger, Liu Hua confronted the girls, but they mocked her mercilessly. They implied that Xia Wan’s friendship was the reason for her success.
Liu Hua regretted not being able to counter them effectively.
Xia Wan shook her head. “There’s no need. I can explain when necessary. Otherwise, they’ll think I’m insincere. My focus now is on improving my grades. Everything else is secondary.”
Xia Chen had also learned about Li Pan’s harassment of Xia Wan in the past few days from Liu Hua, but since Xia Wan had already managed the situation, he didn’t comment further.
He and Xia Feng couldn’t match Xia Wan’s abilities. If they wanted to challenge her, they needed to assess her strength first.
During lunch, the cafeteria was bustling with students. Every serving window was crowded.
Xia Wan looked up at the second floor. It was less crowded there, but the food was pricier.
She glanced at Xia Chen and Liu Hua. “Let’s go to the second floor. I’ll treat you both today.”
Liu Hua seemed uncertain. “I heard the second-floor food is expensive.” Xia Wan grinned. “Don’t worry. I can afford it.”
“Alright then, let’s head to the second floor,” Xia Chen agreed readily..