After being reborn, the school beauty's entire family knelt down to repent.

Moreover, the conditions offered by Chen Ming were so generous that no one could refuse.

Zhang Lingqian worked part-time at a convenience store, earning at most one yuan a day, but Chen Ming offered her a high salary of one yuan per hour.

Such a salary would be generous anywhere.

"You're welcome. We're classmates, so naturally we should help each other out."

"If it's convenient for you, you can come and help out at my fishpond tomorrow. After school, you can just walk with me."

"On weekends, you only need to come and help in the afternoon. You can stay home and do your homework at other times. If you encounter any problems with your studies, you can also come to the Chen family to ask me."

"Thank you, Senior Brother Chen."

Zhang Lingqian was deeply moved, as she had previously harbored feelings for Chen Ming.

It's just that Chen Ming usually acts too aloof, so she doesn't dare to show him any affection.

After the conversation, Zhang Lingqian realized that she had misunderstood Chen Ming; he was clearly a gentle and kind person.

Zhang Lingqian was utterly captivated and couldn't help but ask, "Senior Brother Chen, do you have a girlfriend?"

"Not yet, I have no plans to be in a relationship right now."

"Junior, you should also focus more on your studies. Once you get to university, you'll naturally have time to date."

Chen Ming guessed what Zhang Lingqian was about to say and quickly interrupted her.

He was telling the truth; he currently has no intention of developing a romantic relationship.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Lingqian was somewhat disappointed, but she quickly rallied and said firmly.

"Senior Brother Chen, I will definitely get into the same university as you!"

These words were tantamount to a confession, and Chen Ming did not refuse; instead, he smiled and agreed.

If Zhang Lingqian can be motivated to work harder because of this, it would indeed be a good thing.

As for what will happen after I go to university, that's too far in the future, and we don't know what the situation will be like then.

Zhao Rou, who was standing nearby, overheard the entire conversation between the two and was consumed by jealousy.

Previously, Chen Ming's gaze was always fixed on her alone, but now he doesn't even want to look at her, yet he's chatting happily with a strange female student.

He even made an appointment with Zhang Lingqian right in front of her, which is simply disrespectful to her!

"Junior, I'm leaving now. See you at school tomorrow."

"Wait a minute, Senior Brother Chen, actually I don't have much to do at the convenience store. I'll resign from my job now and go help out at the fishpond tonight."

I heard your fishpond is very busy right now. Since I don't have anything else to do, why don't I just go with you?

Zhang Lingqian was reluctant to part with Chen Ming, so she planned to go to the fishpond tonight to help out.

Besides wanting to spend more time with Chen Ming, it was also to express my gratitude.

Upon hearing this, Chen Ming hesitated for only a moment before agreeing.

The Chen family's fishpond is indeed very busy tonight, and it would be best if Zhang Lingqian could help.

"Okay, then you can come with me."

"Senior Brother Chen, wait for me a moment, I'll tell the boss right now."

About two minutes later, Zhang Lingqian came out of the convenience store, clearly having already discussed it with the owner.

After that, Zhang Lingqian left with Chen Ming, and the two of them ignored Zhao Rou the whole time.

Zhang Lingqian and Chen Ming went to the same school, so she naturally knew Zhao Rou very well.

Zhang Lingqian had seen how Zhao Rou had treated Chen Ming before, so she naturally didn't have a good impression of Zhao Rou and didn't bother with her.

Chen Ming ignored Zhao Rou even more, and the two of them treated Zhao Rou as if she were invisible.

Watching the two figures disappear, Zhao Rou felt extremely angry.

She had never been ignored like this before; from childhood to adulthood, she had always been the center of attention.

However, ever since Chen Ming changed, her status at school and at home has plummeted.

Now even Zhang Lingqian dares to ignore her!

"That bitch dared to steal my man! I'll make her pay!"

Zhao Rou has learned her lesson and dares not cause trouble for Chen Ming again. She can only vent her anger on Zhang Lingqian.

In Zhao Rou's opinion, Zhang Lingqian was easy to bully, and anyone could easily deal with her.

Chen Ming was different; she had suffered too many losses at his hands before.

Two days ago, he managed to get all sorts of people in the community involved, but he was still no match for Chen Ming. Instead, Chen Ming ended up in jail.

At that time, Zhao Rou realized that she could no longer afford to offend Chen Ming. Rather than continuing to oppose him, she would rather win Chen Ming back.

Zhao Rou believed that with her charm, she would eventually make Chen Ming fall at her feet again.

Zhang Lingqian is Zhao Rou's biggest obstacle at this stage. She must deal with Zhang Lingqian first before she can confidently pursue Chen Ming.

Thinking of this, Zhao Rou immediately decided to go to the police station to bail Qi Wenxuan out.

This matter can only be handled by Qi Wenxuan. Zhao Rou cherishes her reputation very much, so she certainly wouldn't openly cause trouble for Zhang Lingqian.

Otherwise, if Chen Ming finds out, wouldn't I leave a bad impression on him?

That would be detrimental to her ability to win over Chen Ming.

So Zhao Rou went home first and took out all the money she had saved up over the years.

Looking at this stash of money, Zhao Rou felt a pang of heartache. It was money she had saved up over so many years, and now she had to spend it all.

Zhao Rou felt more and more heartbroken the more she thought about it, but she knew she couldn't catch a wolf without risking her cub.

Qi Wenxuan is still in jail. If she doesn't want to take action herself, she can only bail him out first so that he can do things for her.

Besides, after Chen Ming sent Qi Wenxuan to Zhang Lingqian, she didn't even see him once. If she wanted to regain Qi Wenxuan's trust, this was the only way.

With this in mind, Zhao Rou no longer hesitated and went to the police station with her piggy bank.

It took Zhao Rou some effort to bail Qi Wenxuan and the others out of the police station.

By the time all the procedures were completed, it was already evening.

"Brother Qi, you've suffered. I've been too busy at home these past few days, which is why I haven't been able to visit you. I took some time today and immediately bailed you out. I hope you can forgive me."

As Zhao Rou spoke, her tone was filled with guilt, and her beautiful eyes were brimming with tears, making her look exceptionally pitiful.

Qi Wenxuan was initially furious, believing that Zhao Rou had lied to him, and he had already decided to ignore her completely.

But now, when he met Zhao Rou's pitiful gaze, Qi Wenxuan's heart softened, and he couldn't bring himself to hold a grudge against her for what happened before.

"You're my sister, how could I possibly hold a grudge against you?"

"But don't lie to me again. No matter what mistakes you make, as long as you're honest with me, I won't hold it against you."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Rou immediately stopped crying and smiled, and quickly agreed.

"Brother Qi, you're so good to me. You're the best person in the world to me."

"I will be grateful to you forever."