Ah?

Chen Yuan, who had been sitting silently on the chair, didn't react for a moment.

Wait a minute, what did you just say?

Looking at He Hongtao, Chen Yuan was a little dazed.

And after the daze, he felt his cheeks were slightly hot...

No, why are my cheeks flushing!

No, something's not right.

I'm a superpower holder, I'm always the one flirting, no one ever flirts with me.

This little He Hongtao, is he rebelling?

Even saying that he would take care of everything for me.

You're a school leader at the director level, not some overbearing CEO of a private enterprise!

Sakurako-sensei, take a look at what a real CEO is like, stop charging the female lead's meal card with fifty thousand every time.

"Um..." After a slight pause, Chen Yuan looked at He Hongtao and responded relatively calmly, "Then I'll have to trouble you, teacher, with this matter."

In some cases, Chen Yuan uses the title 'Principal He', but at times like this, 'teacher' sounds a little more intimate.

"It's okay, this matter is not your fault." He Hongtao said rather calmly, "I heard that your class monitor twisted her foot, and everyone was afraid to step forward, but you stood up. So-called collectivism, nothing can embody it better than your behavior."

The inspirational activity is fake.

It's a performance.

But Chen Yuan's kindness is real.

"Also, it's understandable that you look down on that kind of person, so you didn't pay attention to him." At this point, He Hongtao smiled, his tone relaxed.

As if to say, there's no need to say empty platitudes, we don't need that between us.

Usually, a leader would say something like, in this 'militarized' management, you must respect the rules, respect the instructors, and at least not ignore them.

But that's for public consumption.

Behind the scenes, He Hongtao was very genuine.

He directly defined him as 'that kind of person'.

All men are born free and equal.

This sentence only applies to the moment of birth.

After that, it's different.

Every minute and every second, we are being differentiated.

This is the so-called hierarchy.

The cruel thing is that even though such a big thing happened, even though someone was beaten, He Hongtao didn't even bother to remember that person's name.

Of course, the same goes for Chen Yuan.

"I was hoping this activity would go smoothly, and I didn't want to be a troublemaker. But I just happened to encounter this kind of thing, and the fact that that person went so crazy later was also beyond my expectations. In any case, it still caused trouble for the school."

Chen Yuan said sincerely to He Hongtao.

And he really thought so.

If the principal wasn't He Hongtao, if he had no relationship with him at all, and he hadn't taken the initiative to protect him, then Chen Yuan wouldn't have given a damn about this crap.

He just wouldn't eat beef anymore.

It can only be said that his explanation was for He Hongtao alone.

"I understand, it's touching that you understand the school so well."

To this, He Hongtao smiled and said, "Actually, there are some things we are unwilling to do. As a principal, I just want to focus on teaching, but you understand, many things are beyond my control. Moreover, where there is demand, there will be supply... I won't go into detail here, you're so smart, you should understand."

"I know what you mean."

Chen Yuan understood.

So He Hongtao isn't happy about this stupid activity either.

He Bao, my image of you is growing taller and taller.

"This matter may cause a little storm, after all, the internet is so developed now." Looking at Chen Yuan, who actually didn't want to cause trouble, He Hongtao comforted him, "But no matter what, the school will protect the students."

Moreover, not just anyone can fight against the school.

If you think you can get a little sweetness from the school, then you've clearly never been to school.

"Ah, I understand." Chen Yuan smiled and nodded, preparing to get up and leave.

And He Hongtao looked at Chen Yuan and noticed that his bangs were slightly wet, he must have done too many push-ups, which had consumed a bit of his physical strength.

"Two hundred push-ups, I didn't expect you to finish them so easily, amazing." He Hongtao joked as he got up.

"Apart from studying, I've been exercising, so I'm okay in that regard."

Chen Yuan didn't dare to imagine how happy Xia Xinyu would be in the future.

That girl is blessed.

However, after he finished speaking, he realized that He Hongtao had taken a paper cup and gone to the water dispenser to get warm water.

Crap, is he going to?

Sect Leader, this is not appropriate.

Knock, knock, knock.

Just as He Hongtao had finished getting hot water, there was a knock on the door.

And the one knocking was Instructor Wang.

He was here to seek justice.

Because he suddenly understood one thing.

If this person was really the son of a powerful family, then why was he a student in Class 18?

With such a strong background, shouldn't he go straight to Class 1?

The principal's protection might just be because he himself didn't care about this activity, after all, according to them, it was the school's secretary who approved of this activity.

In other words, it's purely because the principal doesn't care.

Saying those words might also be because this student was a relative.

Somewhat related to the principal.

In that case, the school's protection of the student would be very limited.

Today, they must ask them for some compensation.

Otherwise, after this incident, his subordinates, especially the instructors, would harbor resentment and would not be willing to work hard for him in the future.

Therefore, two demands must be met.

First, that student apologizes.

Second, compensation.

So, he knocked on the door of the principal's office.

Then, the principal's calm voice came from inside: "Come in."

Then, he pushed open the door of the office...

But the scene before him directly frightened him, and his body tensed up.

This principal was handing a cup of hot water to that student!

Moreover, the student was sitting, and the principal was standing.

What the hell?

Who the hell are you!

How strong is your background!

"Wait a moment." He Hongtao gestured to Instructor Wang, meaning to wait.

"Thank you, teacher."

Chen Yuan nodded slightly, then drank half of the warm water. Then, he got up and put the cup on the table and said to He Hongtao, "Then I understand, so I won't disturb you with your work."

"Go back to class, don't worry about anything."

He Hongtao smiled, then added as he was about to leave, "It's a very small matter."

And this sentence...

Instructor Wang felt that he was saying it to him.

Their demands were a small matter.

He was also assuring that boy that he could resolve it perfectly for him.

"What's wrong, is there something?" Looking at the instructor, He Hongtao asked.

What's wrong...

What else could be wrong?

A principal showing such a respectful attitude to a student could only mean one thing.

Either his father is his leader.

Or, his father is a very big leader.

Offending a school is okay, but if you offend some big shot you shouldn't offend...

You have to know that the expansion of their activities relies entirely on a certain level of tacit approval. They can legally earn this money and legally sell books purely because the name is legitimate and the procedures are compliant.

In addition, it does have some effect, making it easier for the school to manage students.

But if they touch a red line they shouldn't touch, offend someone they shouldn't offend, this kind of activity may not be completely banned, but disbanding this group of people would just be a matter of words...

"Our instructor was beaten by a student, and he was seriously injured." Even so, Instructor Wang decided to try slightly.

"Oh." Sitting in his seat, He Hongtao nodded and answered very rationally without letting him sit, "Then it's indeed a bit of a pity, if we can apply for workers' compensation, the school will definitely try its best to help."

Huh, is he being so agreeable?

Instructor Wang was very surprised, because this principal was very understanding.

"But ah, I'm afraid of one thing." After thinking for a moment, He Hongtao said, "All the students said that the instructor made the first move, and the evidence that can prove that the instructor is not at fault is very insufficient."

"But how could the instructor take the initiative to hit a student..."

"Let's not talk about that, it's not important."

He Hongtao waved his hand and continued, "The problem now is how to prevent it from developing into a social public opinion event."

What he said made sense.

The internet is so developed now, it wouldn't be good if it spread.

"You know, the school cares a lot about its reputation. I think you all care about this too. The longer it drags on, the worse it will be." He Hongtao suggested, "So my suggestion is to minimize the impact and let it go."

"Then, our instructor is so seriously injured, there should be some compensation, right?" Instructor Wang asked tentatively.

"Compensation? Then do you think the compensation should come from our school?" He Hongtao smiled and asked back, finding it a bit funny, "Or should the student's parents compensate?"

How interesting, you should be glad you're not being asked to compensate, what kind of pig brain do you have.

However, his casual rhetorical question almost caused Instructor Wang to have a sudden cardiac arrest, and he was completely frightened.

A voice was constantly echoing in his mind.

Repeatedly questioning, and the tone was getting more and more mocking, more and more contemptuous.

Let the student's parents compensate?

You want to talk to the student's parents?

Are you sure you want to look for the student's parents?

"No, no." After a chill, Instructor Wang quickly waved his hand in denial.

He didn't dare to bicker anymore, and he didn't dare to maintain his position anymore.

This principal was definitely warning him.

Or rather, giving him a kind reminder.

Now, he no longer thinks about why people want to study in Class 18.

What if someone just likes staying in that class?

What if that class has a little girl he likes?

Even, in order to flirt with that child, he even had the school assign her to his side as his deskmate.

The thoughts of rich young masters are hard to say.

In any case, an ordinary student is not worth a principal serving him tea!

"Then is there anything else?" He Hongtao asked.

"No, nothing else." Instructor Wang put on a forced smile, "I'll go first."

"Okay, take care."

Just like that, Instructor Wang withdrew from the office.

And as soon as he came out, the instructor crowded over and asked very concerned, "What about the compensation?"

He didn't earn much from doing this job in the first place, all he wanted was no risk and a decent image.

Now he's been beaten by a student, which is already very embarrassing.

If there's no compensation, then what's the point of doing it?

"Don't be noisy."

However, Instructor Wang was completely in no mood to care about this kind of thing now, and immediately snapped back impatiently.

Then, while walking, he pondered this matter.

He had read a story called "The Death of a Government Clerk".

It was written by a very great writer, Chekhov.

This story tells the story of a small clerk who accidentally sneezed on the back of a general in the theater, and suspected that he had offended the general. He apologized to the general again and again, and finally annoyed the general. After being reprimanded by the general, he became distraught, constantly recalling this matter, speculating on the general's thoughts, and was in a state of fear. He even died suddenly, scared to death.

When he read this story as a child, he just thought the clerk was very stupid, and this story was very fake and had no logic at all.

But the older he got and the more he came into contact with society, the more he realized how profound the writing of the great writer was, and it was truly insightful.

How can people be scared to death?

How can people not be scared to death?

He is now in this state of tension and fear.

And the more fearful he is, the more he will overthink.

Then, he became even more fearful.

Just like that, he went to the office of Director Huang, who was responsible for receiving him.

And at this time, Director Huang looked at this person coming back somewhat dejectedly, and completely understood.

Then, he immediately laughed.

You went to the principal after this happened, it's no use looking for anyone.

Besides, you're not justified.

"Instructor Wang, what did he say?" Director Huang asked, holding back a laugh, on purpose.

"Um..." Instructor Wang didn't think about this, and after sitting down, he asked seriously, "This student, he seems to have a very good relationship with the principal?"

Of course, he's the apple of his eye.

"What's wrong?" Director Huang asked.

"What do his parents do?" Instructor Wang asked cautiously.

"Student information cannot be disclosed, and why are you asking this?" Director Huang asked warily.

"I'm just asking out of curiosity, what do his family do?"

"Student information cannot be disclosed. If you want to negotiate with the student's parents, I can help arrange it." At this point, Director Huang added, "But I suggest you, it's best not to."

After all, you're not justified.

Another warning!

Instructor Wang was numb.

What, who are his parents, you can't even ask?

So scary?

Since he can't ask, he definitely can't ask.

But that's not the issue now, the issue is whether they have offended someone they can't afford to offend...

Quickly squeezing out a smile, Instructor Wang changed the subject and said, "Then let me ask, why is he in Class 18? Isn't that one of the worst classes in the school..."

"You're joking, our principal has assigned several good teachers to Class 18 just for him..."

Director Huang said halfway, then suddenly realized that he had said too much. There was no need to tell this kind of thing to an outsider, so he quickly stopped.

He had to stop his desire to express himself!

What am I telling him?

Let's still discuss the nutritional drink fee... ah no, the nutrition fee.

However, to his surprise, after hearing what he had said, the light in this guy's eyes suddenly disappeared, and he looked as lifeless as a corpse.

What's wrong, what did I do to you?

Don't try to blackmail me!

It's over, it's all over.

Sitting in front of the principal, the principal poured water for him, and the school even improved the teacher configuration of the entire class for one student.

What is a student with this kind of background doing at Eleventh High School?

He must be here to pick up girls!

In a daze, Instructor Wang got up and walked towards the door, his whole person was blank...

Director Huang just watched him leave like that, and was very puzzled.

The school's honor wall is so conspicuous, wouldn't you know why Chen Yuan is liked by the principal if you take a look at it?

Is he overthinking things a bit?
(End of this chapter)