Chapter 97: Chapter 96: Gao Jie Comes Up with a Plan, the Punishment Begins
Rae Zander had only taken a couple of bites before she put down her chopsticks and gave an apologetic smile to the person in front of her, "Olivia, I’m not feeling well. I’m going back to the classroom first."
Olivia Song paused with her chopsticks in hand, looking concerned, "Do you want me to go to the infirmary with you?"
"No, no, you enjoy your meal. I’ll just go lie down in the classroom for a bit."
Rae hurriedly declined and then left impatiently.
Staring at the now empty seat in front of her, Olivia let out a cold chuckle, then lowered her head to continue eating.
Leaving the cafeteria, Rae Zander rushed straight to the classroom with a troubled mind.
Seeing her come alone, a classmate named Gao Jie mocked, "That’s unusual. You’re usually joined at the hip; how come you came back alone?"
Usually, Rae Zander would definitely snap back, but now her mind was a mess, too lazy to pay attention.
She lowered her head and sat back in her seat, propping her chin and staring into space.
Seeing that Rae ignored her, Gao Jie’s face flashed with embarrassment, but when she saw Rae’s state, a smile appeared on her lips.
Gao Jie leisurely walked over and sat in front of Rae, slowly opening her mouth, "Still worried about that punishment? It’s actually quite simple."
She deliberately dangled the bait, and sure enough, when Rae heard this, her eyes focused instantly.
"You have an idea?"
A hint of malice flashed rapidly in Gao Jie’s eyes, and she smiled, "Aren’t you and Olivia Song supposed to be best friends? Since you’re in a bind because of this punishment, why not ask her to cooperate with you just once?
That way, the Zander family will be fine, and afterward, you can appease her. Rae, you have to realize everything you’re doing is for her."
With that said.
Rae’s eyes lit up. That’s right; she could ask Olivia to cooperate a bit, and in the end, a light hit wouldn’t be a problem.
"Thank you." She smiled awkwardly at Gao Jie.
"No problem, we’re classmates after all. I’ll head back to my seat."
As Gao Jie turned around, her expression immediately changed, with the mockery in her eyes clearly showing.
What an idiot, no wonder Olivia Song has her wrapped around her finger.
When Olivia Song returned to the classroom, she found that Rae Zander, who had seemed dispirited earlier, was now eagerly watching her.
She frowned slightly, her peripheral vision inadvertently catching Gao Jie watching them with amusement. Meeting her gaze, Gao Jie even smiled at her.
In an instant.
Olivia felt a bad premonition rise in her heart.
Sure enough, the next moment, she was pulled outside by Rae Zander.
...
"What did you say?"
The two stood in a secluded corner of the corridor, Olivia looking at her incredulously.
"Olivia, just help me this once, please, or the Zander family will be in trouble."
Rae clutched her arm, her tone hopeful and pleading.
Olivia, abandoning her usual gentle demeanor, looked at her with a "you’ve got to be kidding me" expression and flatly refused, "You know my current situation is special; if you accidentally hurt me, what will happen to my upcoming scenes?"
With those words said.
Rae staggered back two steps in disbelief, realizing at that moment she might never have truly understood the person in front of her.
What do you mean by accidentally hurt?
She had already said they would just be pretending.
Seeing her expression, a hint of regret flashed in Olivia’s eyes; she had been too hasty.
Just as she was about to explain, she heard the sharp voice of a girl coming directly at her.
"Olivia, don’t forget I’m doing this for you. If it weren’t for protecting you, would I have confronted Claire Green?"
Olivia’s gaze froze on her for a few seconds, and after a while, she sighed softly, "I understand how you feel, Rae, but you don’t need to take this punishment seriously."
Not take it seriously? Easier said than done.
Rae’s face twisted with anger, "Do you think I want to? But behind her are John Sinclair and Sebastian Winn, and even the daughter of the Xyler family from Capital City is there. They’ve already threatened that if I don’t do it, the Zander family will be ruined."
"The Xyler family?" Olivia hadn’t known this detail before and clenched her palm, resentment in her eyes.
Why did Claire Green always have such people around willing to support her?
"Olivia, we’ve known each other for so many years, are you really unwilling to help me?"
Olivia lowered her gaze, suppressing her impatience. She couldn’t fall out with her yet.
Just as Rae was about to run out of patience, Olivia softly spoke.
She gently smiled, "You’re my best sister, of course, I would cooperate with you."
Upon hearing this, the hostility on Rae’s face slowly faded, and just like before, she clung to Olivia’s arm happily.
"I knew Olivia was the best."
Gao Jie watched the two walk in arm in arm with sisterly affection, a smirk slowly forming at the corners of her mouth. The drama was about to begin.
...
The next morning, just after the morning assembly ended, as everyone was preparing to leave, John Sinclair couldn’t help himself.
With a prop, he jumped onto the high platform.
The teacher who hadn’t left yet saw his actions and spoke up with displeasure, "John Sinclair, what are you doing?"
"Teacher, I’m organizing something to boost student morale."
As he spoke, he took out the microphone he had prepared and tapped it twice.
The sharp sound made everyone’s heads turn. Once they saw who was on the platform, those who wanted to leave immediately stopped, their eyes filled with expectation.
John was very satisfied with everyone’s reaction, slipped a hand into his pocket, and casually said, "The morning assembly is over, but seeing everyone looking so sleepy, I feel bad, so I’ve prepared a wake-up show for everyone."
Below, people couldn’t help but laugh quietly at his words, glancing repeatedly at someone.
They couldn’t believe such a wake-up show; wasn’t John worried Rae Zander would bite him for this?
"Everyone knows, sister Claire is finally back after taking a few days off, which means the punishment will begin. First, let’s thank Claire for winning this bet for us. Everyone, let’s applaud."
Finishing, he led the applause, the sound spreading through the entire field via the microphone.
The students below were very cooperative, all clapping enthusiastically. The enthusiasm would make someone think an award was being given.
Claire Green stood below with a lazy look at the guy on stage, the corner of her eye slightly raised, a casual smile at the corner of her lips.
"Quite the performer."
"John is clearly trying to win some goodwill," Sebastian Winn pouted, highly suspicious John wanted to compete with him for the number one ’ally’ spot.
On stage, John could only see their mouths moving, leaving him curious, but he had other things to focus on now.
Clearing his throat, he spoke again with a smile, "Secondly, we also need to thank Rae Zander for providing the show and Olivia Song for her special participation,"
This time, he didn’t even need to say anything as the students spontaneously clapped loudly. Goodness, the excitement turning their palms red.
Rae Zander and Olivia Song slowly walked towards the platform amid the cheers and gazes from everyone.
Witnessing this scene, Isabella Xyler laughed at their misfortune, "Ha, now someone’s really getting the star treatment."
"You can’t call it that. In the hearts of her fans, someone is a top star, but now, she’s about to become genuinely famous."
Sebastian chuckled. John had set up a few HD cameras early that morning not far from where they stood, saying he wanted to capture the moment the fake became real.
"Oh, looks like our ’sisterly blossoms’ are still doing well; is it going to stay that way later? So please, begin your performance."
As the two got on stage, John’s words came with a pointed edge, though he wore a smile, his eyes when looking at them were cold as ice.
Rae looked at the person opposite, trembling as she raised her hand and slowly slapped Olivia lightly on the face.
"That’s enough."
After speaking, she wanted to take Olivia and leave directly.
But how could John let her off so easily? His tone was cold, "You’ll have plenty of time to touch up later when the show’s over. Don’t play games with me here, do it again."
"You’re going too far." Rae glared at him angrily.
John went oh and replied cheekily, "Do you guys think I’m going too far? There’s a difference between a slap and a pat. Otherwise, I could have someone give you a demonstration."
Just as he finished speaking, Isabella’s excited voice rang out, "I’ll do it, I’ll give a proper demonstration."