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Chapter 415 - 375 Fengbo_2

Chapter 415: 375 Fengbo_2

In the video.

Teacher Xiang Tian was almost "riding" on Jiang Chen.

Of course.

Though they didn’t believe it, they didn’t continue to fan the flames.

"The post must have been deleted by the school, but now many people know about it, and it’s uncertain how the school will handle it going forward."

Xu Siyi changed the subject.

"Luo Peng, that playboy, was forced to issue a clear statement of clarification, and this video matter is more serious than those photos. It might even lead to a severe punishment."

Zheng Jingjing mumbled.

"That can’t be right, can it? He’s the most outstanding student representative of his class. Punishing him would be like the school slapping its own face, wouldn’t it?"

Though she studied art, Guo Ran looked at the problem with a comprehensive view and said logically, "I don’t think there will be any serious consequences. The school’s quick action to delete the post shows its stance."

"The post has been deleted, but the negative impact has been made. The school can’t just ignore it, can they?"

Soon.

Li Shuru and the other girls heard a piece of news.

Koda Kaoru was suspended from teaching.

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In the Vice Principal’s office.

"Vice Principal Fu, the incident in the video was a misunderstanding; Jiang Chen was only teaching me how to swim," Koda Kaoru briefly explained.

Not just her, Jiang Chen was also invited over and was standing by her side.

"Don’t worry, take a seat and let’s talk."

To be learned is to be an official.

In a prestigious university like East Sea, the school leaders are not just ordinary positions but also rank as officials in the political sequence. For the Vice Principal to step in showed the importance the school attached to this matter.

An average student would probably be cowering in fear by now; however, Jiang Chen, who dared to swim while embracing the female teacher, was composed and calm, pulled out a chair and sat down.

Koda Kaoru followed suit and sat down as well.

"I have already understood the situation. The school believes in both of you, but public opinion is something to be feared. You should both understand the principle that ’many mouths will even melt metal.’"

Vice Principal Fu relaxed his elbows on the desk, his tone even-keeled.

"One of you is a teacher, the other a student. Whether in class or in everyday life, there should be a certain distance maintained. Those videos, they were excessively out of line, not something that can be simply explained away by swimming lessons."

Before coming here, Jiang Chen knew that he couldn’t easily escape responsibility for this matter.

Some things can’t be dismissed with a claim of a clear conscience.

So he made no attempt to defend himself.

"Vice Principal Fu, whatever punishment the school decides, I accept it."

Vice Principal Fu seemed satisfied with his admission of fault, nodded, and then announced the school’s decision.

Terminate Koda Kaoru’s employment.

"Vice Principal Fu, what about me?"

While Koda Kaoru received the harshest punishment, it seemed as though Vice Principal Fu was treating Jiang Chen with a lighter touch. Vice Principal Fu said in a not-too-harsh, not-too-soft tone, "I hope you take this as a warning and pay more attention to your behavior in the future."

Between two evils, choose the lesser.

One was a teacher, the other a student. The difference in status might seem obvious, but let’s not forget, Jiang Chen was not an ordinary student.

He’s the best student of his class at East Sea University, and the exemplar of academic achievement that East Sea had established.

If his good name were tarnished, the impact would be immeasurable.

Therefore, East Sea couldn’t possibly take action against him.

Thus, Koda Kaoru was the only one to be sacrificed.

"Vice Principal Fu, I believe this decision is unfair to Teacher Koda..."

Jiang Chen could see through the school’s thoughts at a glance.

Indeed.

This was the most rational way to handle the situation, but as a man, he couldn’t let a woman take the fall for him.

"Because of you two, a very negative impact has been made. The school must issue a punishment to quiet the discussions. One of you must be expelled."

Vice Principal Fu’s tone rose, carrying a warning.

This student was indeed outstanding, but he couldn’t overstep his bounds; the authority of the school should not be challenged.

"Jiang Chen, don’t say anything more. This matter started because of me. I should be the one responsible for it, and I accept the school’s decision," Koda Kaoru spoke up.

Being expelled with such a reputation, her future prospects would likely be bleak.

Jiang Chen glanced at Koda Kaoru.

The captivating female teacher smiled at him, as if saying it was okay.

Jiang Chen never thought of himself as a particularly selfless person, but if he kept silent at this moment, it would probably leave a permanent mark on his conscience.

After a moment of silence, he spoke up.

"Vice Principal Fu, I am willing to withdraw from school."

The office instantly became silent.

Koda Kaoru looked somewhat absent-mindedly at the young man who had resisted her temptation time and again, her soul-stirring gaze fluttering with surprise, disbelief, and incomprehension.

Vice Principal Fu could not believe it either, and then said sternly, "Jiang Chen, do you know what you are talking about?"

"I’m sorry for the damage done to the school’s reputation. I hope the school can allow Teacher Xiang Tian to stay."

The implication of Jiang Chen’s words was clear; if only one person could stay, then he would be the one to leave.

"Foolish!"

Vice Principal Fu slammed the desk and said, "Do you think you are being heroic? Dropping out now means that your ten years of hard study have been in vain, and all the effort you put into learning has gone down the drain!"

"I don’t think so."

Jiang Chen said calmly, "What I’ve lost is just a diploma, a piece of paper. But all the knowledge is stored in my mind."

Vice Principal Fu was speechless.

In this society, a diploma represented everything.

Even if you were brimming with talent, a simple requirement of a bachelor’s degree in job descriptions could render you powerless.

However, as an educator, he could not refute Jiang Chen’s lofty rationale.

"Are you sure you’ve thought this through?"

Vice Principal Fu’s tone was subdued.

Jiang Chen didn’t hesitate too much.

"I’ve thought it through."

Vice Principal Fu’s expression shifted slightly. To be honest, he was infuriated now. No student had ever dared to be so "presumptuous" in front of him.

Such an outcome was already exceptionally lenient.

But soon, Vice Principal Fu calmed down.

Indeed.

The diploma from East University might weigh heavily like Mount Tai to other students, but to the young man before him, it probably meant little.

Ordinary people need to graduate, using the diploma as a stepping stone to find a job; that’s the trajectory of ordinary people’s growth, but this young man didn’t need that.

Why did the school rush to delete posts and decisively choose to fire Teacher Koda Kaoru?

It was because this young man was the school’s pride.

The positions had been reversed.

Now it was not the young man who needed the school, but the school that needed him.

Vice Principal Fu’s breathing gradually steadied.

"Alright, I understand your thoughts. I will discuss this matter again with the school. Before a decision is made, Xiang Tian, you are to temporarily stop teaching."

It was obvious.

Vice Principal Fu chose to step back.

Though she was suspended from teaching, Koda Kaoru’s job was barely maintained, at least for the time being.

"Thank you, Vice Principal Fu."

Both spoke simultaneously.

Vice Principal Fu gestured dismissively.

Leaving the Vice Principal’s office, Koda Kaoru turned her head and said, "Jiang Chen, thank you."

Jiang Chen shook his head.

"Teacher Xiang Tian, please just call me Jiang Chen."

"What, are you scared?"

"If people catch us again, I’m afraid both of us will indeed be swept out of the school."

Koda Kaoru smiled, seemingly unfazed even though her future was nearly ruined.

"Jiang Chen, no one has ever been willing to stand up to protect me before."

As they were going downstairs, Jiang Chen said, "That’s how we men from Shenzhou are."

Really putting a golden sticker on the face of the male compatriots.

The educational staff passing by gave them odd looks upon seeing the two of them together.

In the backlight, at the corner of the staircase.

Koda Kaoru stopped.

"What’s wrong?"

Jiang Chen turned back in confusion.

"You go ahead, to avoid further gossip."

Koda Kaoru stood in the shadows.

Jiang Chen did not stand on ceremony. After all, he really should keep his distance from her now.

Even the wise cannot foresee all ends.

This incident was also something that Koda Kaoru had not anticipated at all.

As she watched Jiang Chen disappear downstairs, she suddenly smiled inexplicably.

For someone who has always lived in darkness, even a single matchstick lit on a whim can provide enough warmth.