" The principal request your presence Xia Yingying " her classroom teacher came in a stern face. He still held some trust dor Xia Yingying. He just couldn't believe she would do such a thing.
Xia Yingying walked alongside her teacher. She felt his states all the time, Xia Yingying turned her head towards him
" Professor Leng, I'm not the one in the video. I don't have much to explain, I'll definitely fix everything soon".
Professor Leng didn't know what to say, he wasn't an IT professional. The video was just so absurd. " I hope so " professor Leng said.
Xia Yingying kept on getting different stares from people. This was more humiliating than the pregnancy scandal in her past life. She felt like everyone was looking at her nude body. This wasn't her breaking point. She needed to stay strong and overcome all challenges that came her way. She MUST win in this life.
She wasn't dumb, Hu Mingyou was sure going to regret her actions today. Professor Leng pushed open the door after receiving an approval to get in.
Mary Jones, the principal of the institution was an English woman. she was obviously upset when she saw the scandal. She knew Xia Yingying was a promising student but what she didn't expect was that the girl's moral principles were very low.
" Good morning Ms. Jones " Xia Yingying said in English as she bowed slightly to her. That was one thing Mary Jones liked about her. Competence, beauty, elegance and discipline. But who would have thought she was just showing them her lies and hiding her true form.
" You're very much aware of the chaos you've caused online" Mary Jones said in a calm tone. " It's not just affecting you but also the school. Every one questions the standard of the school " she continued.
" Ma, I'm very much aware of the happenings around " Xia Yingying said. "I am innocent of every allegations against me " she said.
Mary Jones narrowed her eyes as she looked at Xia Yingying. The girl looked like she wasn't bothered by the video. It was more like she had a trick up her sleeve. It had been a long time she saw such calmness in a person. She happened to be good friends with Xia Yingying's mother. She was really like her mother, always calm in the face of adversities. Though, there was one person who could surpassed them in being calm, that was Lu Quinzue ( he was always so unfathomable).
It was through this viral news she found out that Xia Yingying was actually Lu Quinzue's wife. It only means she has a messed up life Lu Quinzue wasn't aware of. How he would react to the news was what many netizens were talking about.
There was a beep in the phone. She picked it to see a live video of Lu Quinzue.
Xia Yingying was even more surprised to hear his voice.
The man on the screen wore a black tailored suit, his expression composed and unshakable. His deep voice was heard through the speaker. His voice echoed through the room.
" There has been a video circulating round about my wife. Targeting her means targeting me. There's a video I'm going to drop very soon unveiling the face behind the photoshopped video. And every detail, I mean.
To my wife : stand tall, you're were never meant to never meant to bow for anyone."
Tears filled Xia Yingying's eyes when he spoke that last word to her. Soon, there was a buzz from Mary Jones phone again.
By now the school was in uproar. The scandalous video that accused Xia Yingying was indeed blurry. The second video was dropped by the famous anonymous tech blogger ---- Techbyte.
The tech blogger broke down the video bit by bit, leaving the audience mouth agape. He revealed the digital traces of manipulation: altered shadows, mismatch hair colours.
" Here is the unedited frame recovered" a slow lazy, mechanical voice came through. The paused image filled the room. The girl's moaning face clearly came to view. People let out gasp. Mary Jones didn't know when her office became crowded.
The image showed the girl's thick mole under her lips. Her perfectly curled fake extension hair. The same necklace and bracelet she always wear----- visible and eyecatching. It turned out to be_______ HU MINGYOU
Hi Mingyou who has been standing proudly face turned ashen. She wanted the ground to open up and swallow her.
" Hu Mingyou?" One of the students exclaimed.
" How could it be ? The video was _ edited ?"
The students who has accused and sneered at Xia Yingying felt a slap on their faces. Their faces were paled with disbelief and shame.
" She posted that video just go frame Xia Yingying? "
"She's so shameless "
" A real slut " different whispers echoed round the room. Even Tang Qing's gave showed a twisted expression. He was both confused and betrayed.
" Youyou, you did this.... So it wasn't Yingying all along" he said with betrayer in his eyes. By now the reporters has evaded the school. All videoing the juicy drama playing in the school hall. Mary Jones had longed moved them out of her office due to security reasons.
"No... I was framed... It's not me " Hu Mingyou screamed like a madwoman " how ? How did it get to this point... I was careful..calculative " she said biting her nails. " It couldn't be, he said it was safe nothing was meant to go wrong " Hu Mingyou screamed.
" Enough" a cold voice rang out. Yu Miyo walked to Hu Mingyou, raised her hand and slapped her. The slap echoed round the hall silencing the students whispering and Hu Mingyou's shouts.
" You wanted to ruin her life but little did you know that she's not alone" Yu Miyo said and then looked at Xia Yingying with pride in her eyes.
Xia Yingying stood there with a raised chin, her facial expression calm, her eyes gleaming with intense power. Her silent was a commanding force it spoke more volumes than any insult hurled on her.
The door was pushed opened, everyone went silent when they saw the person that appeared at the door. Even the reporters didn't dare take pictures carelessly. Every one made a pathway for him and his guards to pass by. Lu Quinzue walked to Xia Yingying.
" I'm here for you dear, you aren't alone " he said as he held her hands. This affectionate moment was caught by a reporter. He just couldn't resist taking a picture. Other reporters looked at him with sympathy, they really liked his courage but what shocked them most was Lu Quinzue's next word " Can I see the photo? "
The reporter happily showed him. Lu Quinzue looked at it, he felt a sense of joy and happiness.
" It's nice " he looked at the reporter's name tag " Feng Shui". This words received different gasp from the crowd.
Before Lu Quinzue could say another word someone hugged him from his back. Her scent lingered in his nose , a scent he wouldn't ever forget in his life.
" I'm so happy Ahzue. Thank you so much for supporting me " Xia Yingying said with simmering eyes. Lu Quinzue looked at her with indulgence and patted her head. This scene was very beautiful, few vulnerable people were shedding tears. It was truly a heartfelt moment. Yu Miyo smiled at them but then her eyes flickered with an intense emotion " Lu Quinzue" she mouthed. No one noticed the change in her emotions except Lu Quinzue. He had studied lip reading and he was very much aware of the word that she whispered. He had an idea of the situation that was about to unfold but that is a story for later.
Lu Quinzue took Xia Yingying's hand, he led her out of the hall to his car.
" I drove to school today " Xia Yingying said.
" Okay, I'll drive yours" Lu Quinzue said. Xia Yingying rolled her eyes, he was being too clingy again. Before they could get in they heard a voice.
" Big brother Quinzue" Tu Zen hopped towards them like a little kid " sister in-law how are you? " She smiled sweetly at Xia Yingying.
" Mom said I should come check on you in the company but I heard you were at my school"
" You can leave" Lu Quinzue said coldly. Tu Zen face turned red with embarrassment. Lu Quinzue got in the car with Xia Yingying. There was a smile evident on Xia Yingying's face that she was trying so hard to suppress.
" You look much more prettier when you smile " Lu Quinzue said. Xia Yingying was stunned at his words. Almost all the things he did today was unexpected to her. She had crafted a plan already but what she never expected was that Lu Quinzue handled everything the way she wanted and more than she could. She thought of the reward he mentioned earlier.
" What reward do you want " Xia Yingying smiled.
" This " Lu Quinzue leaned in to kiss her lips. Xia Yingying turned her face aside, so the kiss landed on her cheeks.
" Tsk " Lu Quinzue exclaimed. He didn't expect her to turn away too quick. Xia Yingying laughed at his helpless face . The car was very harmonious. They played different songs, what shocked Xia Yingying was that shortly after Lu Quinzue joined her in singing most of the songs. Their voices and laughter echoed in the car.
Soon, the music died down. Xia Yingying thought about the events of the day and felt a sense of accomplishment. She remembered that she had doubted Yu Miyo but Yu Miyo strongly stood by her side. When she gets home she would send a thank you message to her alongside a gift box.
" It's something bothering you" Lu Quinzue's voice came through.
" No, nothing at all" she said. She didn't want to bother him too much.
"Okay"
Xia Yingying phone buzzed, the word 'Sweet mom' appeared. She quickly picked up the phone, before she could say a thing her mom worried voice came through;
" Sweetie, don't be scared. Where are you right now , I'm coming over. Mom just saw the news right now, I'm so sorry darling" Wen Ming anxious voice echoed in the car.
" Mom, everything is fine. Ahzue took care of everything" Xia Yingying said as she looked at Lu Quinzue sweetly.
" Are you with him right now ? Mom has to thank him " Wen Ming said with expectation written all over her face.
" Mom, I'll let him know " Xia Yingying said as she gave a nod to Lu Quinzue.
" Sweetie, can you come over for dinner. Mom needs to see you" Wen Ming said.
" Sure mom" The call disconnected after Xia Yingying assured her mom again that she was fine.
" I would like to stop over at the Xia's house" Xia Yingying said
"Sure "
The house came to view, Lu Quinzue parked the car in the garage. When Xia Yingying stepped inside the hall she felt it had a warmly atmosphere.
" Baby" Wen Ming has been standing at the entrance of the front door ever since Xia Yingying assured her she was coming over. Xia Yingying smiled sweetly at her mom as she spread open her arms for her mom to run to. " I was so worried" Wen Ming said.
" I'm fine mom" Xia Yingying said. You could say her mother was a very protective type.
" Good evening aunty" Lu Quinzue greeted
There was smell of food in the atmosphere, maids running helter skelter to put things in order.
" Which party are we having mom? A baby shower or what ? She laughed.
" Don't worry baby, we are all awaiting a baby shower too" Wen Ming said as she looked between Lu Quinzue and Xia Yingying. Xia Yingying's face turned red. Her plan to tease her mom was reversed.
" Yes, that's what I've been meaning to talk to them about" Xia father walked to the sofa.
" Good evening uncle "
" Dad, welcome" Xia Yingying said.
"Hmph" Wen Ming turned her face. It was obvious that they had a quarrel. Xia father sighed inwardly as he strolled to his wife.
Xia Yingying didn't know what her dad said to her mom that made her ears turn red. Then she remembered the event if that morning and her face turned red like her mother's. This sight didn't escape the couples, they gave each other knowing looks.
"Honey, you came late today" Wen Ming said out loud.
"Yes, the stock market went really down " Xia father looked worried. Xia Yingying felt sympathy for her family, why does she have to always have to bring misfortune?
"The Lu Corporation would like to partner with your company uncle " Lu Quinzue said.
" And Tekwen Group would partner with you dad" Xia Yingying said.
Both Wen Ming and Xia father looked at them with admiration. These kids were really brought up well, Wen Ming felt a sense of accomplishment as she looked at her beloved daughter.
"Dinner is served madam " one of the maids said. They all got to the table when they heard a door bell. The door was pushed open soon. It was ____ Yu Miyo?