Qin Sihai was actually very understanding of her.

My mother passed away, and my father... well, let's not talk about him.

The only people who treated her kindly and loved her were her elderly maternal grandparents.

Qin Sihai, who also has grandchildren, knows very well how much Lin Xiuzhi and Zhao Zhangguo value Song Lingge.

Song Lingge's concerns were valid, which is probably why they went back to the Qin family's house first last night.

Qin Sihai sighed: "I know you're worried about your grandparents, but this is too serious. At the very least, you should have told us."

After saying that, she glared at Qiao Nansheng and said sternly, "In the end, this is Nansheng's fault. Xia Jiaojiao's matter started because of you, and you didn't say a word when you came back. This time it was the two of you together, but what if one day Lingge is all alone? Wouldn't that put her in danger?"

Qiao Nansheng lowered his head in shame.

Song Lingge couldn't bear it: "We're all classmates, and Nan Sheng never expected Xia Jiaojiao to do something like this. But Professor Qin, don't worry, I can protect myself."

"You two are both good kids, with pure and kind hearts. But after what happened to Zhou Songmei and Fang Guanghua, you should have grown up. Some people have no bottom line. You don't have to be suspicious of others, but you must be wary of them."

Song Lingge and Qiao Nansheng nodded emphatically.

Qin Sihai continued, "Wan Jianguo said that Xia Mingyuan went to him early this morning, took the initiative to confess that Xia Jiaojiao had made a mistake, but hoped that the school would be lenient. He asked me what I thought, but his words also implied an intention to downplay the matter."

Actually, even without Qin Sihai saying it, Song Lingge could have guessed it.

Even if Xia Jiaojiao is no good, Xia Mingyuan can't just stand by and watch her get into trouble.

Fortunately, this happened within the school, and as long as the people involved are dealt with properly, it shouldn't have too bad an impact.

"What does that senior student mean? She's the most innocent person to be implicated," Song Lingge asked.

"Wan Jianguo only said that Xia Mingyuan went to comfort that female classmate, but he didn't say exactly how he comforted her," Qin Sihai said helplessly.

It's obvious that they'd just offer her money or some benefits in the name of the school.

"Do you know that senior?" Song Lingge looked at Qiao Nansheng; she wanted to meet that senior.

"I'll go ask around; I should be able to find out." With that, Qiao Nansheng left the study and went out to make a phone call.

Only Song Lingge and Qin Sihai remained in the study. Qin Sihai asked her, "Although this matter was caused by Nansheng, you are ultimately the victim. Do you have any ideas? Don't worry, we will do our best to help you achieve whatever you want."

“You’re always so careful around me, but you’re different around Grandpa Nansheng. But we’re all the same as your maternal grandfather. Whatever you’re thinking, I’d rather you just tell me honestly. Come to think of it, shouldn’t you be closer to me? I’ve been teaching you since your freshman year.”

Song Lingge couldn't help but click her tongue in amazement. Qin Sihai was trying to get close to her by saying they had known each other for a long time, but didn't he know that she was afraid of him precisely because he was a teacher?

However, Song Lingge knew that Qin Sihai genuinely cared about her when he said that. She also knew that once he said that, he would definitely help her fulfill whatever request she made.

But Song Lingge didn't want to do that.

She did not want to involve Qin Sihai in the grudges of the next generation.

People are so conflicted. She could use Qin Sihai's identity to put pressure on Xia Mingyuan, but when Qin Sihai really wanted to help her, she didn't want to drag him down with her.

Song Lingge pondered for a while before answering seriously, "Professor Qin, I'd like to meet that senior student first before making a decision."

Qin Sihai nodded in agreement, also highly approving of Song Lingge's solution.

The senior student is the biggest victim in Xia Jiaojiao's drugging incident; only her investigation will be effective.

There is no substantial evidence to support Xia Jiaojiao's true motive for drugging Song Lingge, nor is there any evidence that she conspired with thugs to assault Song Lingge, and Song Lingge was not harmed in any way. Even if it is classified as attempted crime, her punishment would not be severe.

Song Lingge did not want to use Qin Sihai's identity, so she could only give Xia Jiaojiao a small punishment; that would be a waste of her talents.

If her senior doesn't pursue the matter, she doesn't plan to either. It would be better to let Qin Sihai do Wan Jianguo and Xia Mingyuan a favor.

As for Xia Jiaojiao, Song Lingge knew her well and considered her nothing to fear.

Given Xia Jiaojiao's personality, she will never learn her lesson until she suffers a great loss.

At this moment, Qiao Nansheng entered.

Song Lingge asked in surprise, "You got your senior's phone number so quickly?"

Qiao Nansheng shook his head and said with a smile, "I don't have your contact information. I asked Director Yu, and he told me which hospital you work at."

As expected of Qiao Nansheng, his ability to handle affairs is impeccable.

Asking others would inevitably give others something to criticize, but asking Yu Dezhi, an ally, would be different.

"So smart!" Song Lingge gave Qiao Nansheng a thumbs up.

A man is a boy until he dies; praise him while he's still young if he does something right.

Song Lingge's bold praise of him in front of Qin Sihai made Qiao Nansheng feel embarrassed, and his face turned red instantly.

However, Song Lingge didn't care about all that. She looked at Qin Sihai and said, "Professor Qin, Nansheng and I will go to the senior student's place now."

Qin Sihai nodded in tacit agreement.

Song Lingge pulled the stunned Qiao Nansheng and ran outside.

Once in the car, Qiao Nansheng finally spoke: "Why are you suddenly acting differently?"

"What's different?" Song Lingge asked while fastening her seatbelt.

She seems to have become Qiao Nansheng's personal driver now; she drives him almost every time they go out.

She enjoys the feeling of being in control of the steering wheel.

What did Grandpa just say to you?

Song Lingge can be a little tiger or a little fox in front of others, but only in front of Qin Sihai is she a frightened little rabbit.

But just now, Song Lingge was clearly different.

Song Lingge raised her chin at Qiao Nansheng, deliberately teasing him: "Why are you asking me? If you're so capable, go ask Professor Qin!"

Even though Qiao Nansheng is Qin Sihai's grandson, Song Lingge could sense that Qiao Nansheng was only the most obedient in front of Qin Sihai.

He was a completely different person in front of Qiao Yuejiang and Zhao Zhangguo compared to when he was in front of Qin Sihai.

This is the natural deterrent effect of excellent teachers.

Qiao Nansheng was provoked but unable to retaliate, so he could only raise his eyebrows helplessly.

However, Song Lingge now does feel that Qin Sihai is different.

She couldn't explain it in detail, but after Qin Sihai said those words to her, she suddenly stopped being afraid of him.

In her heart, Qin Sihai suddenly became an elder she respected and loved as much as Zhao Zhangguo and Qiao Yuejiang.

"I'm late." Song Lingge said dejectedly, her eyes fixed straight ahead.

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