Chapter 101: Commissioned Work
"I strongly demand that the school: First, impose serious disciplinary action on Liu Mei, at least a demerit; Second, issue a school-wide notice criticizing her as a warning to others, to prevent such collusion between insiders and outsiders, endangering the safety of classmates, and undermining campus discipline from happening again. This not only concerns my personal reputation, but also the legitimate rights and interests of military families and the safety and stability of the campus!"
Gu Qiuyue's voice was not loud, but every word was sonorous, carrying with it unquestionable power and the awe-inspiring righteousness of occupying the absolute moral and legal high ground.
Teacher Zhao looked through the materials, his expression becoming increasingly serious, especially when he saw the words "destroying military marriages" and "slandering soldiers", his brows furrowed.
"Student Gu Qiuyue, we understand the situation. This matter is extremely serious. Don't worry, the school will take it seriously and deal with it seriously!
We will immediately verify the situation, notify Liu Mei and her counselor, and deal with it strictly according to school rules and regulations, and give you a fair explanation!" Teacher Zhao's attitude was very clear, and he also showed obvious admiration for Gu Qiuyue.
When encountering problems, he doesn't cry or make a fuss, but calmly looks for evidence and seeks justice for himself. This child wants to study economics, but he is also a good candidate to study law.
Soon, Liu Mei was called to the Academic Affairs Office.
Faced with overwhelming evidence and Teacher Zhao's harsh questioning, she initially wanted to argue, but under Gu Qiuyue's cold, yet compassionate gaze that seemed to see through everything, her lies were full of loopholes and her psychological defenses quickly collapsed.
Her face was as pale as paper, and she was sweating profusely. In the end, she could only admit what she had done with trembling lips, and glared at Gu Qiuyue resentfully. But deep in that resentment, there was more fear of the upcoming severe punishment. She had already received a demerit, and this time she was afraid that she would receive a warning, which would affect her graduation assignment and even her future.
Watching Liu Mei walk out of the office in a daze, Gu Qiuyue did not feel much joy in her heart. She only felt tired and relieved that the poisonous sores around her had been cleared. This was only the first step.
At the weekend, Gu Qiuyue returned home with a hint of fatigue and a chill that had not yet completely dissipated.
Bai Xiaolian's malicious eyes and foul language were like a leech, preventing her from truly relaxing. This kind of harassment and rumor-mongering without any bottom line must be eradicated.
She did not go home directly, but went back to her parents' home first.
As soon as I stepped into the yard, I saw a familiar tall figure bending down to help my mother move coal briquettes. Even his army green casual clothes could not hide his tall and neat temperament.
"Brother?!" Gu Qiuyue called out in surprise.
Gu Qiuhan turned around at the sound, a warm smile immediately breaking out across his tanned face. "Yueyue's back!" He put down the coal briquettes, dusted off the dust on his hands, and strode over. As usual, he wanted to rub his sister's head, but when he saw a barely perceptible hint of sadness between Gu Qiuyue's brows, his hand paused, his thick brows furrowed slightly. "What's wrong? You don't look well. Did you get wronged at school?"
Facing her dearest brother, Gu Qiuyue's forced calm exterior softened instantly.
She pulled her brother into the house, closed the door, and told him everything, with suppressed anger and fear, about how Bai Xiaolian maliciously entered the school to provoke and slander Shi Yu, attempted to destroy the military marriage, and how she found the accomplice Liu Mei and demanded that the school punish her.
As Gu Qiuhan listened, his face darkened little by little until it finally became as cold as iron. His hands, placed on his knees, were pinched until the knuckles turned white. A fierce anger and protective feeling of a soldier surged in his chest.
"How ridiculous!" He growled, his voice low but carrying a thunderous pressure. "How dare this ignorant creature touch my sister, Gu Qiuhan, and slander my fellow soldiers!"
He took a deep breath, suppressed his boiling anger, and when he looked at Gu Qiuyue, his eyes became calm and reliable again, "Yueyue, don't be afraid, and don't get sick from anger over such a filthy guy. I'm here!"
He leaned forward slightly, his voice low and full of unquestionable power: "Tell me Bai Xiaolian's name, her general appearance, and everything we know about her. I'll have someone find out where she lives now, where she hangs out, and what kind of monsters and demons she hangs around with. We can't let this kind of person, who spouts filth and specializes in despicable deeds to destroy military marriages, get too comfortable. We have to let her know how much insight Lord Ma has."
There was no call for war or killing in his words, but his cold determination to make the other party feel uneasy and unable to take care of themselves within the legal and compliant scope.
Gu Qiuyue knew that her brother had strong connections and channels both in the army and in the local area. The "investigation" and "uncomfortable" he mentioned were definitely not insignificant, but as a soldier, he would not allow himself to do anything illegal.
The huge rock pressing on Gu Qiuyue's heart finally loosened a little, and she told her brother the information about Bai Xiaolian in detail.
Just then, the sound of the door opening was heard outside. Mother Xu Qin came home from get off work. When she saw her two children at home, her eyes lit up.
When he saw Gu Qiuyue, he took out an envelope from his briefcase and gave it to her, "When I came out, I saw your letter at the guard post, so I took it for you." Gu Qiuyue thought it was a letter from Xie Shiyu, but when she took the envelope, she found that it was a special kraft paper envelope of "Xinfeng" magazine. She opened the envelope, took out the letter, unfolded it, and glanced at it. The frost on her face was gradually replaced by a touch of incredible surprise.
The letter was written by Lin, the newspaper's editor, and the words were full of high praise for Gu Qiuyue's previous submission:
"...Comrade Qiuyue, your manuscript has a unique perspective, delicate and profound writing, and your literary skills and depth of thought are truly rare. In view of this, our editorial department has carefully considered and formally invited you to write a novel: We hope that you can use this as a basis to create a novel that reflects the struggles and spiritual growth of new rural women in the early days of reform and opening up. The newspaper intends to serialize it in the supplement "New Wind" and will provide generous remuneration. I look forward to your reply!..."
A novel! A commissioned article for serialization in New Wind!
Gu Qiuyue held the letter paper, her fingertips trembling slightly with excitement.
The haze brought by Bai Xiaolian and the filth created by Liu Mei seemed to be instantly dispelled by the light revealed by this letter.
She looked up at her brother's concerned eyes, then looked down at the heavy letter of invitation in her hand, which represented new opportunities and a broad world. A warm current and unprecedented strength surged through her body.
There may always be rats in the gutter in life, but there are also bright roads that she needs to break through and open up, and careers worth fighting for her whole life!
She took a deep breath, and a determined and bright light rekindled in her eyes. She was about to share the good news with her mother and brother, and began to conceive the long novel that carried hope.
Suddenly, a serious and unfamiliar voice came from outside the courtyard, "Is Gu Qiuyue here? We are from the Security Department of Beijing University. We are looking for Gu Qiuyue to verify the details of the school gate registration incident the afternoon before yesterday. Please cooperate!"
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