The cafeteria became much quieter, and Chen Jiayi could clearly feel that everyone's eyes were no longer on them.

Although it might be effective in the short term, Chen Jiayi still felt that Shen Jialiang was too brave.

She stretched out her hand and gave Shen Jialiang a thumbs up.

"Professor Shen, you truly live up to your reputation."

Shen Jialiang raised an eyebrow and continued eating.

"If this matter isn't clarified, and things escalate, everyone will assume it's your fault."

"Although this is a new society, there are still harsh treatments for women."

The classmate sitting next to me, eating with me, nodded in agreement.

"Yes, Professor Shen is absolutely right."

"What does this have to do with Chen Jiayi? Just because Chen Jiayi is involved, does that mean she has to be dragged into rumors and gossip and be talked about by everyone?"

"Exactly, people gossip about these things privately, and it's not a big deal. But why whisper about it in front of the people involved?"

Several female classmates sat next to Chen Jiayi and her group, and couldn't help but speak up for Chen Jiayi.

Chen Jiayi's eyes reddened; she felt like she needed to pee.

"Thank you for speaking up for me."

Actually, these rumors are nothing to worry about.

Although people were whispering amongst themselves, at least no one reacted to the situation.

Some people are truly insane; they will harm someone based on things they have no evidence for.

Although Chen Jiayi had little appetite after the meal, her mood improved considerably.

Shen Jialiang escorted Chen Jiayi back to his laboratory. Looking at Shen Jialiang, Chen Jiayi gave him a sweet and obedient smile.

"Shen Jialiang, thank you for today."

Shen Jialiang smiled and said, "We are husband and wife, what's there to thank? Besides, I've said before that you can use me as a vine to climb up."

Compared to delicate young girls, Shen Jialiang admires women who can use all available resources to climb the social ladder.

Of course, this is not meant to discriminate against delicate young girls.

He just felt that Chen Jiayi could try to step on him and make the most of him.

Chen Jiayi nodded. "Okay."

She went to change her clothes, and when she came out, Shen Jialiang was still there.

Chen Jiayi knew that Shen Jialiang wouldn't leave, so she didn't say goodbye just now.

"I will."

Chen Jiayi suddenly blurted out, "I will."

But Shen Jialiang was not frightened; instead, he showed a happy expression.

"Jiajia, I hope you can become the most outstanding scientific researcher."

Scientific research and science are only one word apart, but they are very different.

In fact, neither is inherently superior; both are highly valuable.

But if Chen Jiayi develops a drug herself, then Wang Yu might wake up.

If she knew that she was able to wake up because of a drug developed by her good friend, she would be very happy, right?

After watching Chen Jiayi enter the laboratory, Shen Jialiang withdrew his lingering gaze.

With most of the work done, Shen Jialiang still had other things to do.

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After delivering the goods, Ding Haowen returned to the location from that day.

When he went inside, the noise was somewhat jarring.

But Ding Haowen dared not utter a sound, fearing that these people would punch him to death.

Lin Yuyao was still playing mahjong when she saw Ding Haowen return, and her previously impatient mood improved somewhat.

"You're back? Where's the money?"

Ding Haowen handed the money to Lin Yuyao, who opened it and counted it.

She clicked her tongue lightly, "If this person wasn't asking for such a high price, I wouldn't have sold it to him during this critical period."

Lin Yuyao counted the money, took out the money she had drawn, and stuffed the rest into Ding Haowen's hands.

"Here's the rest of the money. Did you encounter any problems on the way back?"

Ding Haowen shook his head, picked up the money, and took out a small amount.

"Miss Lin, this money is a gift for you."

Lin Yuyao smiled, her eyes dark and unsettling.

"You do resemble your master quite a bit."

After Chen Jiahua made money, he liked to set aside some of it to give to others.

Ding Haowen, you've imitated him very well!

Ding Haowen smiled but didn't dare to say anything more.

The more you say, the more mistakes you make!

Ding Haowen understands this principle deeply.

Seeing that Ding Haowen remained silent, Lin Yuyao lost interest.

"You can leave now."

Ding Haowen bowed and left, and after leaving the place, he returned to Lotus Town overnight.

Li Yuzhu is at home taking care of her child and cooking, while her mother-in-law is bedridden and unable to take care of herself. Li Yuzhu now also has to take care of her mother-in-law.

She not only had to take care of her mother-in-law, but also her eldest daughter and youngest son.

Li Yuzhu favored her youngest son more, having raised him from a young age. Her eldest daughter had been raised by another woman for a period of time, and she never felt close to her afterward.

"Dingxiang, are you an idiot? I asked you to watch your little brother, and you couldn't even do that. How did he fall off the bed? Why didn't you fall down?"

Dingxiang was scolded until tears streamed down her face, but she didn't dare to cry, because she knew she would be beaten if she made a sound.

Li Yuzhu glared fiercely at Dingxiang, then held her son in her arms and tried to comfort him.

"Oh, sweetie, don't cry, don't cry."

"Your sister is stupid. Mom has already scolded her. Don't cry, okay?"

Li Sumei, who was resting next door, heard her grandson crying. Although she was lying in bed unable to move, she cursed and swore.

"Li Yuzhu, you're useless! You can't even take care of a child properly!"

"Damn it! How could my son have been so blind as to marry you?"

"I'm hungry, damn it, a whole day has passed and I haven't eaten a single bite of food you've cooked."

"Oh my god, why is my life so miserable!"

Li Yuzhu was completely overwhelmed; the little one hadn't even finished crying when the old one started yelling again.

She deeply regretted getting married again. How wonderful it was to be single! Now she's stuck with a baby.

While Li Yuzhu was complaining, Dingxiang, who was very perceptive, ran out to do some work.

The water in the family's water tank ran out, so Dingxiang ran to fetch water.

They have to walk a distance to fetch water, and Dingxiang is too young to carry much water, so she can only carry back small buckets at a time.

Dingxiang had just left when her father drove home.

Now Ding Haowen owns a car, a house, and savings, and lives a relatively carefree life in Lianhua Town.

However, he was also very clear that if something happened one day, all of this would be gone.

After all, he was doing something illegal!

Ding Haowen rushed home and began packing his things.

"Li Yuzhu, hurry up and pack your things! Hurry up!"

Seeing Ding Haowen's anxious state, Li Yuzhu immediately realized that something was wrong.

Although they argue and bicker, they are, after all, a married couple registered on the same household registration and have two children, so it's impossible for them to just get a divorce.

Li Yuzhu's mind went blank for a moment, but she quickly joined in packing.

"What's wrong? What happened?"

Ding Haowen growled impatiently, "Hurry up and pack your things. I don't have time to talk to you now. I'll talk to you on the way."