Big Brother's hand, saying with determination and confidence: 'Ot's father will be fine. We've weathered so many storms, we can get through this one too.'"Li Shan let out a wry smile, but still gave..."Teacher Lin, there's been a bit of a situation in the classroom. I'm going to try and have a talk with Shan Shan about it." Xie Bifeng said sincerely to Lin Bingyue.

"Then you try to talk her down, and make sure to calm her emotions first. I'll be back in a while."

Hearing that parents at the other end were in a bit of a situation, Lin Bingyue rushed off.

As a head teacher, she couldn't leave for long, and with Teacher Xie present, she should be able to have a good talk with Shanshan. Although Lin Bingyue was also worried about Shanshan, she had to leave for now.

After Lin Bingyue left, Xie Shuangfeng felt a surge of joy in his heart. The reason he had asked Lin Bingyue to leave was because he wanted to put his next plan into action, and if Lin was present, there was no way he could carry it out.

Just the two of them, Xie Shuangfeng looked at Shan Shan's pretty face and perfect figure, forcing down the feeling he had tried to suppress.

Xie Shuangfeng said with heartache, “Shan Shan, you are a good student. Teachers don't want to see you get hurt. As long as you reveal the person who stole the painting, I will clear your name for you. How about it Tell me, was this painting stolen by someone surnamed Ye”

Shan Shan suddenly felt a shock in her heart, and firmly said: "It wasn't me who stole it, and Ye Ge has nothing to do with it."

Xie Shuangfeng felt anger rising within him. This little girl was truly protective of that Ye guy. What exactly was their relationship They had different surnames yet called each other siblings. Could there be some secret they weren't revealing

"Shan Shan, don't do something stupid. Trying to be the best isn't always a good thing. You should know the school rules, and with the college entrance exam coming up, you need to think this through carefully. Is this painting really stolen from that Ye guy"

Xie Shuangfeng's tone was full of threats.

Shuangfeng's words were like a knife stabbing deeply into Shan Shan's heart, leaving her bruised and battered. Her heart ached as if it were bleeding. The college entrance exam was her dream, something she had been striving for three years. How many sleepless nights and days of agony had she endured Was she now expected to give up

But what if she didn't give up How could she possibly say that the one who drew it was Brother Ye She couldn't do it even if her life depended on it.

"Thank you, Teacher. You don't have to say any more. I am willing to accept the school's punishment," Shan Shan said, trying hard to hold back her tears.

"Shan Shan, is this really worth it You know that the punishment could very well be you being expelled from school, and before that, you would have to apologize publicly to your class and all the teachers and students in the entire school. Even if you don't get expelled in the end, will you still have the face to stay here"

Xie Shuangfeng's mind was racing: had he made the right move It would be best if Shan Shan exposed that man named Ye. Even if she got away with it, she would have to apologize to the entire school. That way, he could vouch for her and ensure she stayed.

When the time comes, she will surely be grateful for my help, and perhaps even throw herself into my arms.

Xie Shuangfeng thought about it more and more, he was almost laughing out loud on the spot, but now he was putting on a straight face, pretending.

"Teacher, don't say any more, I'm going to apologize to the whole class," Shan Shan turned and ran away, biting her lip. The moment she turned around, Xie Shuangfeng saw the glistening tears in the corner of her eyes.

Xie Shuangfeng's heart skipped a beat, he almost softened, but quickly, he forced himself not to have any mercy at this time. For the sake of his future plans, he could only let Shan Shan be wronged for now.

When Lin Bingyue returned to the classroom, she found that although people were whispering to each other from time to time, nothing unusual seemed to be happening.

Even the most concerning Li Yan, who she feared the most, was now well-behaved and completely lacked her usual arrogant demeanor. Especially when looking at Shan Shan's brother, she appeared submissive and humble, making it hard to connect her with her previous image.

As soon as Lin Bingyue rushed into the classroom, she was surrounded by many parents who were each asking about their child's condition. Lin Bingyue had to answer them one by one, but in her heart, she was wondering how Shan Shan was doing.

Ye Fan's face was very ugly. He directly pushed aside the several parents who were blocking him and asked Lin Bingyue: "Teacher Lin, where is Shan Shan"

He remembered that ShanShan was called out by Lin Bingyue, but when Lin Bingyue came back, ShanShan was gone.

"Xia Teacher has something to do and wants to talk to Shan Dan for a bit." Lin Bingyue said, looking at Ye Fan.

Xie Shuangfeng and Ye Fan's hearts sank. He didn't say anything, turned around, and prepared to walk out of the classroom.

But just at that moment, a shadow dashed in from outside the classroom. Running too fast, it bumped straight into Ye Fan at the door.

Ye Fan's movements were incredibly agile. He instinctively dodged the shadow, but his eyes widened in recognition—it was Shanshan.

And the spot ShanShan bumped into was right on the door frame. At that speed, she'd be more than just bruised if she hit it head-on.

In an instant, Ye Fan reached out and grabbed Shan Shan who was charging forward. But because the movement was too sudden, Shan Shan's entire soft body fell into Ye Fan's arms.

Although he held a soft beauty in his arms, Ye Fan felt absolutely no pleasure. He could clearly see the tears glistening on the face of the woman beside him.

That was a look Ye Fan couldn't describe. All he knew was that when he saw it, his heart shattered. He wished he could hold Shan Shan in his arms and protect her from any harm.

"Shan Shan, what's wrong" Ye Fan asked with concern.

Shan Shan hadn't responded yet, and Xie Shuangfeng, who followed closely behind, saw Ye Fan hugging his sister-in-law. He was instantly furious. He had long suspected the relationship between the two, and now seeing them openly embrace each other, he felt a surge of resentment. He had been pursuing Shan Shan for so long but hadn't even gotten to hold her, while this Ye Fan came along and took such advantage right away.

He suddenly roared from behind, "What are you doing" His voice was so loud, as if he was afraid others wouldn't know he was angry.

Xie Shuangfeng and Ye Fan saw the arrival of someone, a trace of coldness flashed in their eyes, and a trace of anger appeared on their faces. Could it be that Shan Shan was bullied by him again and even made her cry The fire in Ye Fan's heart burned wildly.

Seeing everyone looking at her, and now that she was being held by Ye Gege, Shan Shan only felt a wave of shame. She quickly broke free from Ye Fan's embrace and hurried onto the podium.

Lowering her head and speaking in a trembling voice, she said: "I want to apologize to everyone. It was I who stole Ms. Lin's painting."

Ye Fan's mind buzzed, he couldn't hear a word Shan Shan was saying.

While Lin Bingyue was even more astonished, she had no idea what Shan Shan was talking about.

"Only Xie Shuangfeng was still fuming and said, "Sannas, explain the whole thing clearly—the cause, the process, the result. Not a single detail should be left out. Don't act like some certain grandson who does things without taking responsibility and then expects others to take the blame for him."Ziyan. In the crowd, she was like a blooming rose, visible at a glance. She was so eye-catching that wherever she went, students would proactively make way for her.Seeing the goddess, Ye Fan took a de...