165: Chapter 163 I Have a Date with Tangyu 165: Chapter 163 I Have a Date with Tangyu Hu Lijuan also stared at Tangyu, her originally vacant gaze now showed slight emotion, though her facial expression remained unchanged.
A person who faced death without fear, whether in life or death, wouldn’t have any emotional fluctuations.
Such a young age yet bearing such a mindset was indeed perplexing—what on earth had happened to her to cause this?
Mo Xiaoqing and the others also suddenly snapped back to reality, staring at Tangyu with faces full of disbelief.
It took them quite a while to come back to their senses, rushing over with great excitement, Mo Xiaoqing even embracing Hu Lijuan, nearly bursting into tears with excitement.
She had always cared for her students like her own children, so naturally, she was heartbroken and blamed herself for what had happened.
Now that there had been no harm, she was naturally very moved.
Director Chu also came back to his senses, his look towards Tangyu was somewhat complex.
If it weren’t for what had just happened, he would definitely have greatly admired and praised Tangyu.
Although this young man was capable of achieving great things and was exceptionally competent, the problem lay in his stubborn personality.
Even when politely asked for help, he wouldn’t provide it.
This resentment naturally caused Director Chu to view Tangyu with bias.
No matter how competent a subordinate was, if they did not listen to their leader, they were not considered good subordinates.
For a leader valuing a subordinate, it’s not just about the person’s capabilities, but also how obedient they are.
“Hu Lijuan, you really scared me to death, but I’m glad you’re alright,” Mo Xiaoqing said, also looking at Tangyu with a face full of gratitude, “Tangyu, thank you so much.”
Tangyu said, “If I’m not mistaken, she might be a bit autistic, which could be related to her family situation.
We should send her home first and explain today’s event to her family, so they can properly counsel and take care of her.
Ideally, it would be good for her to spend some time recovering in a hospital.
Otherwise, if she returns to school, it’s likely the same incident will happen again.
Although she was calm this time, next time we might not be so fortunate, and anything could happen.”
Director Chu also furrowed his brows—this was a situation that needed to be taken seriously.
If it were to happen again, it would truly test people’s nerves.
“Mr.
Luo, you and Mr.
Xia go with her to her house and talk to her parents about the pros and cons of the situation.
Handle this matter well,” Director Chu said.
Mr.
Luo immediately nodded and said, “Yes, Director, we will take her home right away.” After speaking, he and Mr.
Xia took Hu Lijuan from Tangyu and left with her.
Hu Lijuan didn’t cry or make a fuss, calmly following them.
Director Chu glanced at Tangyu, then turned to Mo Xiaoqing with a stern face and said, “Ms.
Mo, come to my office.”
“Yes,” Mo Xiaoqing said through gritted teeth and nodded.
“Director Chu, this isn’t Ms.
Mo’s fault, mainly because that student, Hu Lijuan, has autism,” Tangyu said.
Director Chu glared at Tangyu and snapped, “Am I supposed to be taught by you how to handle things?
I don’t care about other things.
Mo was the trigger for Hu Lijuan’s attempted suicide, and she can’t escape responsibility for it.
Don’t think that just because you saved Hu this time, you can be arrogant and disregard my authority.
You should remember your position.
It’s not your place to interfere with what I do.”
Director Chu’s somewhat extreme reaction also startled Mo Xiaoqing—why was he so enraged?
“Yes, Director Chu, this isn’t Ms.
Mo’s fault.
She has always been kind and gentle with the students.
I’ve also inquired with the students of Grade 12, and it was just a word from Ms.
Mo—it’s not her fault, so there is no need to blame her,” a voice chimed in.
Hearing this voice, Director Chu was stunned and promptly turned to greet the newcomer: “You are right, Principal Cai, I was too impulsive.”
The speaker was the vice principal.
“Principal Cai,” Tangyu and Mo Xiaoqing also greeted.
Principal Cai smiled slightly and nodded at both, his gaze landing on Tangyu and said, “Not bad at all, indeed a young man of talent and potential, with a bright future ahead.
Our Linshan Middle School really needs such talents.
Young, talented, responsible, and able to stand out in times of school duress.
Within just one day, you have established significant credits for our Linshan Middle School.
This kind of behavior is worth learning from for all our teachers.
A reward for your efforts is due, and I will discuss it with the principal and announce it soon.”
“Hehe, that was merely my duty, Principal Cai, you flatter me,” Tangyu chuckled.
Principal Cai nodded appreciatively and said, “It’s good for young people to be humble.
Keep up the good work.
If you need anything in the future, feel free to come to me.” After speaking, Principal Cai then looked at Director Chu and said, “Were you not a bit too harsh on Tangyu just now?
What he said was reasonable, why such a fierce reaction?
Plus, do you perhaps have a grudge against him?”
Director Chu was startled and immediately shook his head, “Not at all, Principal Cai, I guess I just rushed a bit, that was my mistake.”
“Well, it’s good that there are no hard feelings.
Tangyu is a rare talent indeed, we should pay more attention and take good care of him in the future,” Principal Cai said.
“Yes, Principal Cai, I understand.
I will make sure of it,” Director Chu nodded.
“Hmm, in that case, I’ll be leaving first.
I’ll leave the rest of the matters to you to handle.
Make sure such incidents never happen again.” Principal Cai left these words behind and departed first.
Director Chu gave Tangyu a deep look and also left somewhat angrily.
After Director Chu had left, Tangyu and Mo Xiaoqing walked downstairs.
“Tangyu, it seems Director Chu doesn’t look favorably upon you.
Could it be that you really offended Director Chu?
This morning he seemed quite amiable towards you, but why does it feel like there’s a touch of gunpowder in his words now?” Mo Xiaoqing asked.
Tangyu curled his lip and said, “I just offended Director Chu, and now he probably holds a grudge against me.”
“Ah—you offended Director Chu?
How did that happen?” Mo Xiaoqing was stunned, failing to understand how Tangyu could have offended Director Chu, as they should not have had any conflict in theory.
“It’s nothing.
Director Chu came over wanting me to treat his brother, but I adamantly refused, so he probably became angry out of embarrassment,” Tangyu explained.
“Ah, I see.” Mo Xiaoqing understood the situation, but she still had some questions about the details.
“Director Chu personally came to seek your help.
Why didn’t you help him?
By helping him, you would have made him owe you a favor, making things easier for you at school in the future.
By offending Director Chu like this, you might not face good consequences.
Director Chu is a very capable person.
Normally, he runs all the affairs of the school, so your action was not a wise choice,” Mo Xiaoqing remarked.
“I know, but I have my principles when it comes to my work.
I will not treat him, no matter how great the threat.
Let’s not talk about this anymore; it’s already done, and there’s no use discussing it further,” Tangyu said.
Mo Xiaoqing looked at Tangyu, sighed softly, and shook her head.
After descending the stairs, most students had dispersed and returned to their classrooms to continue with their classes, but the students from Class 2 of the first grade were still congregated, discussing fervently.
A few teachers were also there, discussing something.
As soon as Tangyu and Mo Xiaoqing arrived downstairs, they immediately attracted everyone’s attention.
He Shu saw Mo Xiaoqing and Tangyu coming down together and, for some reason, felt uneasy seeing the two of them together, as it gave off an ambiguous vibe.
He Shu walked over, smiling at Mo Xiaoqing, and said, “Xiaoqing, I’ve gotten two movie tickets.
There’s a major premiere tonight, and I was wondering if you’d like to join me.
I don’t know if you’re free tonight.
I thought we could have dinner before the movie.”
He Shu pursuing Mo Xiaoqing was no secret among the teachers.
With He Shu asking Mo Xiaoqing out in front of numerous teachers, it also drew attention from the other teachers who looked on with smiles.
Mo Xiaoqing hesitated slightly.
In a place without others, she would have been able to reject He Shu outright.
However, with other teachers present, directly refusing Him Felt awkward and could potentially hurt He Shu’s pride.
As colleagues, Mo Xiaoqing did not want to seriously offend someone and sour their relations.
He Shu was exploiting this situation by asking her out in front of other teachers, putting her in a difficult position to make her agree to him,
As long as there was a chance, He Shu believed he could make Mo Xiaoqing fall for him.
He also felt that she was not averse to him, and even had some favorable feelings.
What was needed now was just the right opportunity to break through the barrier.
Dinner and a movie were undoubtedly good opportunities.
Before Tangyu came along, He Shu was in no hurry and felt that taking it slow would steadily advance their relationship, eventually leading to them being together naturally.
However, Tangyu’s appearance had disrupted this situation, forcing He Shu to think of speeding up his plans.
Otherwise, if Tangyu intervened, it could pose considerable trouble.
Mo Xiaoqing also began to hesitate.
She understood He Shu’s intentions, and she might have agreed in the past, since He Shu also met her criteria for boyfriend material.
But Tangyu’s presence changed her perspective.
It was Tangyu who had awakened her..
If her heart still yearned for true love, to find a Prince Charming who loved her as she loved him, she shouldn’t let practical factors dull her innermost sincere desires, or she might regret it later.
She had seriously considered this, and truly, she did not like He Shu, although his attributes fit her standards for a boyfriend.
Hence, her previous thought to give him a chance.
But love is strange—when you love, you love; when you don’t, you don’t.
No matter how hard you try to force yourself, it won’t work if there’s no love.
Having realized this, Mo Xiaoqing came to a new decision and decided she needed to clear things up with He Shu sooner,
She didn’t know why she felt so strongly about this, only that Tangyu’s words had resonated with her throughout lunch and had further cemented her resolve,
“I’m sorry, Teacher He, but I have an appointment with Doctor Tang,” Mo Xiaoqing said.
Hearing Mo Xiaoqing’s refusal, He Shu’s face turned somewhat ugly.
What troubled him more was her reason for refusal—Tangyu, always Tangyu.
He Shu glanced at Tangyu with a sharp look in his eyes.
The other teachers also looked at Tangyu with surprised expressions, wondering if the two had already become a couple.