After Miss Lu became the only one to enjoy the limelight, her six brothers knelt down and begged for

After Lu Ning said that, Qin Xiang's face visibly became flustered.

Qin Xiang said, feeling wronged, "Li Hong has already admitted it, so even if she comes in person, it won't change the outcome."

It's because Li Hong didn't want to take the blame that she specifically bribed Li Hong's parents to come and testify.

Li Hong's parents nodded in agreement: "That's right, it was all done by our good-for-nothing daughter. We admit our mistake and accept the punishment, but please don't involve the innocent Miss Qin."

What's the point of a brat going to university? The money from the Lu family is more than enough to send her younger brother to university.

The homeroom teacher was in a dilemma for a moment: "No, Li Hong still needs to come to the school in person."

Qin Xiang's expression instantly stiffened. Damn it, everything was arranged perfectly.

Lu Ning changed everything with just one sentence.

Upon hearing this, Lu Dongyou looked at the homeroom teacher and asked, "Could I speak with the principal alone?"

The homeroom teacher nodded, and Lu Dongyou turned to look at Qin Xiang: "Don't worry, nothing will happen. Your brother believes you are innocent."

"Thank you for believing in me, brother."

Qin Xiang wore an innocent expression as she watched Lu Dongyou leave with the homeroom teacher.

Lu Ning sneered: "Whether Li Hongcheng admits it or not, the fact that you cheated doesn't change."

Qin Xiang will always be punished and have her results canceled!

Qin Xiang gritted her teeth in anger: "That doesn't matter, as long as my older brother believes I'm innocent. Anyway, the family has money, so I can still go to university!"

Lu Ning didn't want to waste any more words and turned to leave.

Qin Xiang felt uneasy. She looked at the middle-aged couple in front of her and asked, "Has Li Hong really agreed to acknowledge all of this?"

"That brat wouldn't admit it, so I scolded her away. Anyway, our parents will admit it for her. Just don't go back on your word about the money Miss Qin promised."

"Don't worry, as long as you keep Li Hong from saying anything out of line, I'll give you the money."

Qin Xiang was still somewhat uneasy.

If Li Hong speaks recklessly, how can she face the Lu family?

Qin Xiang's phone beeped with a message from an unknown number: "[I've found Li Hong. I'll shut her up! She'll never stand in my daughter's way!]"

When Qin Xiang saw this message, her face turned pale instantly.

She quickly dialed back, but the number was disconnected.

Qin Xiang thought about it and decided that it would be best if Li Hong could shut up!

A few days later, Lu Ning filled out and submitted her application, finally feeling relieved.

But she received a news report from her class monitor: "Goddess, do you know that Li Hong is dead?"

died?

Lu Ning clicked on the social news article, which reported that hikers had found the body of a woman who had hanged herself on a mountain. Further investigation revealed that she was a student from a certain high school, suspected of committing suicide after being caught cheating on the college entrance examination.

Upon seeing this message, Lu Ning felt a pang of sadness.

Was it really suicide?

I always felt that Li Hong was so shameless that even if she dropped out of school, she wouldn't commit suicide.

Class monitor Jiang Lu continued, "Qin Xiang was also involved in this matter, but because Li Hong committed suicide, the school is worried about the impact and will probably reduce Qin Xiang's punishment to prevent her from committing suicide as well!"

"Even if someone commits suicide, the 'white lotus' (a term referring to a seemingly innocent but actually manipulative woman)

Lu Ning knows Qin Xiang too well.

But this matter is a bit too complicated. She never expected that Li Hong would actually be dead.

How is this possible?

Could it be that Qin Xiang sent someone to kill them to silence them?

Was it the Lu family who did it?

Lu Ning didn't know the truth either, but she was certain that Li Hong's suicide was not that simple.

However, the police investigation seems to have concluded that it was a suicide.

At that moment, Lu Ning received a call from Ji Chiqian: "Hey, what's up?"

Are you free tonight?

"Yes, I have."

"Change into a nice dress, I'll pick you up later."

Lu Ning's heart suddenly raced: "Where are we going?"

"You'll know then."

After hanging up the phone, Lu Ning couldn't help but start to overthink, but she quickly calmed down.

After all, this man never jokes.

But if I make her dress up nicely, it's definitely not for a date; there must be something else going on.

Lu Ning went to wash her hair and change her clothes, feeling a little uneasy.

"Come down."

When Lu Ning walked to the parking lot, Ji Chiqian was standing next to the car. He was wearing a black suit, and his hair was carefully styled, making him look exceptionally energetic.

Lu Ning was a little nervous: "Where are we going?"

"An important event."

Ji Chiqian deliberately opened the passenger door. After Lu Ning got into the car, she secretly glanced at the man next to her and couldn't help but wonder where they were going.

Not long after, the vehicle stopped outside the convention center.

After getting off the bus, Lu Ning saw this place and suddenly remembered something: this was the [Citywide Outstanding Youth Selection Competition!]

In his past life, Sixth Brother was selected as an outstanding youth because his team won first place in a competition.

That day, Sixth Brother brought Qin Xiang to participate in the event and to be interviewed by reporters.

After Lu Ning followed Ji Chiqian into the hall, a staff member immediately came over: "This must be Lu Ning, the top scorer in the college entrance examination. Please come with me and get ready. You will be speaking on stage later."

Lu Ning turned around and looked at Ji Chiqian in surprise.

The man spoke gently: "The game you helped develop last time was a great success upon release, and given that you're now the top scorer in the college entrance examination, you have the opportunity to be selected as an outstanding young person. This will be helpful for your future development."

Lu Ning was well aware of the prestige of this Outstanding Youth Award.

In his past life, Sixth Brother relied on this to later obtain investment from Yun Jing, and the game live streaming platform developed better and better.

If she wants to start her own gaming team or business later, this Outstanding Youth Award will be really useful.

Lu Ning followed the staff to the lounge to prepare.

"Lu Ning, what are you doing here?"

Lu Ning turned around and saw her eldest brother Lu Dongyou and her sixth brother Lu Liu.

She coldly averted her gaze, focusing intently on preparing her speech.

Seeing Lu Ning's indifferent attitude, Lu Dongyou was immediately enraged: "Does she really think that just because she's a top scholar and got into Yunjing University, she can do whatever she wants?"

"Brother, you should say less. Lu Ning is probably here to participate in today's event as well."

"What qualifications does she have to participate? She didn't put in any effort; all she does is get better grades."

Lu Dongyou felt that Lu Ning's unruly and disobedient behavior challenged his authority as the eldest brother.

Lu Ning scoffed, stood up, and said, "Whether I'm qualified to participate or not is none of your business."

She left the lounge with her prepared speech.

Lu Dongyou's face turned ashen with anger: "Look at Lu Ning's expression. You and the second brother are even pleading for her."

"Big brother, Lu Ning is already very talented. If she wins an award, our Lu family will be proud. Why can't you say a few words of praise to her?"

Lu Liu didn't understand why his older brother was suppressing Lu Ning like this.

He now finally understands how his second brother felt before; he himself used to do the same thing.

No wonder Lu Ning has such a strong opinion against the Lu family now.

"Do you think Lu Ning can win an award? A little brat, does she really think she's all that?"

Lu Dongyou stormed into the venue and sat down, wanting to see just how capable Lu Ning was.

As it turned out, Lu Ning was sitting in the first row, next to a man in a suit.

When Lu Dongyou saw that figure from behind, he immediately felt a sense of familiarity: "Who is the man next to Lu Ning?"