Chapter 188: Shock
Chapter 188: Shock
On the eastern national highway of the city, a large pit had formed in front of an extended luxury car. Mr. Chi was embedded in it, his high-end clothes now torn and ragged. His forehead was covered in blood, and half of his face was swollen, with one eye squeezed shut. He was gasping for breath.
He tried to crawl up a little, but when he saw the towering figure in front of him standing steadily, he quickly raised his hand and said, "Stop... stop... stop..." He seemed to have touched a painful spot, and he winced, saying, "I’m just trying to earn a living, it’s not worth it."
He felt around and picked up a broken watch from under him. After looking at it, he threw it aside and said, "It’s almost six o’clock now. Even if I rush there, it’s too late."
After he said this, he saw the figure in front of him turn around and walk away with steady steps.
Mr. Chi let out a breath, looked up at the sky, and shouted, "Hey, anyone alive, can you get me a drink? I hate being out in the sun in the summer..."
In Yangzhi City, the incident at the old factory quickly spread outside. Within a few hours, the entire city was in an uproar.
This incident was unprecedented. The dead were not just ordinary people, but the children of the city’s upper echelons. And it wasn’t just one or two, but dozens of people, including security personnel, totaling nearly a hundred.
It had been years since Yangzhi City had seen an event of this magnitude.
It was late August, and Wu Yi Academy had not yet started the new term. However, this news caused a huge upheaval among the students.
What was the Mutual Aid Society?
It was the most powerful student organization, composed of recommended students, which had firmly dominated the student body for decades.
According to subsequent reports, a total of thirty-seven members of the Mutual Aid Society died in this incident. Only a few members who were usually uninvolved and just held honorary positions were not present. The entire upper echelon of the Mutual Aid Society was wiped out.
The students at the academy were not foolish. Just by looking at the location, they could guess what had happened.
Three years ago, Shen Zheng had died there. The Mutual Aid Society had clearly tried to replicate that event, but they never expected to face an opponent beyond their expectations.
Many students had personally experienced Shen Zheng’s incident and were now incredibly excited, exclaiming that it was a well-deserved kill!
Although they did not know the specific details, they could imagine the scene from last night: Chen Chuan, facing over a hundred people and the pressure and threats from the Mutual Aid Society, did not back down. Instead, he fought back, wielding a single blade and slaughtering the entire upper echelon of the Mutual Aid Society!
Just thinking about this scene made them feel their blood boil.
There were still a few days until the start of the term, but many students, upon hearing this news, could no longer sit still and came to the academy early.
Moreover, some students who had graduated a year or even several years ago also returned to the academy. For years, the Mutual Aid Society had used various means to suppress outstanding students, threatening and enticing them from the moment they entered the academy.
Under these circumstances, students who were forced to join the Mutual Aid Society were still constrained by the agreements they had signed, leaving many feeling angry and helpless, with no way to resist.
But now, with this outcome, they were all elated and deeply admiring of Chen Chuan for his actions.
There were also many first-year students who had already moved into the academy. They were initially confused but, after hearing the stories from upper-class students, understood the deeds of the Mutual Aid Society and the past events involving Shen Zheng.
Once they grasped these facts and connected them to Chen Chuan’s recent actions, they realized the magnitude of his achievement! Even though they had not yet officially enrolled, they admired this senior student immensely and wished they could have been there last night to fight alongside him.
However, amidst their excitement, some students expressed concern for Chen Chuan. One student said, "I heard that Chen Chuan is now in custody of the Patrol Bureau, but he did nothing wrong!"
The other students agreed, saying that it was clear the Mutual Aid Society had orchestrated this. They had deployed at least a hundred people, while Chen Chuan was alone. It was obvious who the aggressors were!
"We should submit a petition to the school administration and the Government Hall, demanding Chen Chuan’s release!"
"Right, that’s what we should do!"
"Count me in!"
"Me too!"
As the students were discussing this intensely, in the administrative office building, in the recruitment office, Bian Feng said to Mr. Gao, "Lu Fang came to see me. He hopes that our school administration will intervene to protect Chen Chuan. I also think we can’t ignore this matter."
Mr. Gao said sternly, "You are all teachers at the academy. I won’t comment on the right or wrong of this matter, but you must remain calm and not be swayed by the students’ emotions."
Yue Hong added, "But Mr. Gao, regardless of other factors, Chen Chuan is a student at our academy. He hasn’t been convicted yet, and the situation is still unclear. We can’t just leave him alone!"
"Why are you so anxious?"
Mr. Gao slowly said, "Vice President Gu has already reported this matter to the Handling Bureau."
"The Handling Bureau?"
The two looked at each other. Although the Handling Bureau usually dealt with fighters in society, students at the academy were technically under their jurisdiction. This meant they could intervene, preventing Chen Chuan from being easily manipulated by other forces.
"Don’t get too excited yet."
"The matter is not that simple," Master Gao said gravely. "You all know the background of those recommended students."
Those recommended students came from influential families in Yangzhi City, with many holding important positions in the Government Hall or even serving as council members in the Advisory Bureau.
Some even had connections with companies and corporations in Central City, and directly with the Mo Lan Corporation.
"That's all fine, but the Mo Lan Corporation is a mega-corporation in Central City. Their influence is unimaginable. They can sway most of the council members in the Advisory Bureau, and even affect the entire Government Hall. If the Mo Lan Corporation gets involved, can the Handling Bureau withstand the pressure?"
At this moment, a voice came from outside, "I'm here on behalf of the School Council. I need to see Principal Gao right now." With a commotion, Jiang Weiban entered from outside, looking at Principal Gao seated there, and said, "Principal Gao."
Principal Gao looked at the visitor, "Oh, Jiang Weiban. What's the matter?"
Jiang Weiban straightened his imported formal attire and placed a document on the desk, saying, "I'm here on behalf of several School Council members and the Academy's sponsors. We demand the expulsion of student Chen Chuan."
Principal Gao asked, "For what reason?"
Jiang Weiban gave a cold laugh, "What reason? Principal Gao, don't you know the reason?"
Principal Gao spoke gravely, "If you're referring to the incident yesterday, there's no clear conclusion yet. I can't make a decision without further evidence."
"No conclusion? Isn't the matter obvious enough?"
Jiang Weiban slammed the table in anger and said, "That Chen Chuan, a single person, killed thirty-seven excellent students and dozens of loyal security personnel. Such a vicious student, how can you let him stay in the academy any longer?"
"The School Council must consider the safety of the students and the reputation of the academy. Many sponsors are questioning the management's ability to run the academy. Can they manage the students properly?"
At this moment, Cheng Zitong, wearing decorative sunglasses, pushed the door and walked in, saying, "Expulsion? Try expelling one! I'm Cheng Zitong's student, no one dares to expel me!"
Jiang Weiban turned to look at Cheng Zitong and said with a cold smile, "Principal Cheng, you're Chen Chuan's mentor, right? With so many excellent students killed, you, as his mentor, are also responsible for this. You should think about how to get yourself out of this mess."
Cheng Zitong was not intimidated, "Jiang, don't try to threaten me. You can't threaten me with the School Council. I won't agree to expel my student, Cheng Zitong!"
Jiang Weiban said coldly, "Principal Cheng, Wu Yi Academy is not your academy. You have no right to say that."
"I have no right?" Cheng Zitong scoffed, removing his sunglasses and saying slowly, "My grandfather, Cheng Yunbai, was the first principal of Wu Yi Academy. My uncle, Cheng Shang, served as the second principal. My mentor, Fan Shoulu, is the current fourth principal. Who has the right to say this?"
At this moment, in the dormitory, Feng Xiaoqi rushed in anxiously and said to the gathered group of students, "The School Council sent Jiang Weiban to Principal Gao, saying they want to expel Chen Chuan!"
Wei Dong asked, "Expulsion? I haven't been expelled, why expel Chen Chuan?"
Wu Han clenched his teeth and said, "Damn it, Jiang Weiban is always up to no good! We need to think of a solution."
"Yes, we need a plan."
Luo Kaiyuan, who had been listening quietly, stood up and left without joining the discussion.
Half an hour later, Jiang Weiban, with a gloomy face, walked out of the office building. He was about to report the incident to the council members, but when he reached the parking lot, he found his car tires punctured. He swore and said to the driver beside him, "Go and call for a car."
The driver hurried back to the office to borrow a phone. Jiang Weiban waited alone, glancing at his watch.
Just then, footsteps approached, and before he could react, he was hit with a dizzying blow, followed by a punch to the face, causing him to spit out several teeth. Another punch landed on his face, and his vision darkened. The third punch hit his head, and he passed out.
The attacker stood up, looked around, and calmly left.
When the driver returned, he found Jiang Weiban lying on the ground, covered in blood. Shocked, he quickly helped him up and shook him, calling out, "Jiang Weiban, Jiang Weiban..."
Inside the dormitory, Feng Xiaoqi and the others were still discussing a plan, trying to find a way to help Chen Chuan. At this moment, Luo Kaiyuan entered, and they asked, "Luo, where did you go? Why weren't you here just now?"
Luo Kaiyuan replied, "It's nothing, I just went to the bathroom."
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(End of Chapter)
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