Chapter 247 Campus Rescue (6)
The room fell silent.
Then, more crackling sounds rang out.
"Stop, stop filming!"
The principal's expression changed drastically, and he quickly tried to stop it.
Gu Cheng was also stunned for a moment, never expecting that this seemingly weak girl would dare to testify against him in front of everyone.
However, he reacted quickly and immediately gave a wry smile.
"Sorry, I was jostled just now, and I might have accidentally touched this student, which caused a misunderstanding!"
To his left, Vice Principal Yang also realized what was happening and immediately stepped forward.
"Oh dear, I accidentally bumped into Mr. Gu just now. With Mr. Gu's character, how could he do such a thing? Su Li, don't be so sensitive."
Vice Principal Yang not only covered up for Gu Cheng, but also criticized Su Li.
"I didn't! He... he just reached out!"
Su Li argued, shouting that it was easy, but now, facing everyone, she felt immense pressure and didn't know how to prove herself.
Even if a young girl is mentally prepared, she will still feel embarrassed when she actually faces this kind of thing.
Gu Cheng had overcome his initial panic.
He stepped forward and looked at Su Li with a kind smile. "Young man, have you been under too much academic pressure lately? There's no need for that. Grades don't represent everything. You'll understand once you enter the workforce. There's no need to be so nervous."
After saying that, he looked down at the audience.
"Everyone, I apologize. I didn't pay attention to maintaining social distancing in public..."
His explanation actually convinced many people.
After all, Gu Cheng is a famous person with a good reputation, and this was a public occasion with many people watching. I don't think anyone would dare to be so bold.
At this moment, Su Li had already been pulled aside by Vice Principal Yang, whose expression was extremely stern.
"Su Li, do you know how badly your actions will affect the school? How can you be so shameless at such a young age? You're harming yourself and others, do you realize that?"
Su Li was both angry and anxious, and tears were already welling up in her eyes.
She couldn't understand why no one believed her, even though she hadn't lied.
I never expected things to be this difficult.
Her gaze involuntarily fell upon the audience below, and then her expression darkened; the seat where Teacher Wang had been sitting was now empty.
The teacher...is gone?
Su Li's mental defenses crumbled, and she swayed slightly.
Seeing this, Vice Principal Yang grabbed her hand and said, "Come on, apologize to Mr. Gu and to the teachers and elders present. This matter can be dealt with leniently."
"I, I....."
Su Li was in a state of great turmoil and at a loss for what to do, and tears began to flow uncontrollably.
By this time, Gu Cheng had calmed down the media and parents present, and he walked over.
"Alright, alright, Principal Yang, let the child go home. It's all a misunderstanding..."
He acted very magnanimously, which is consistent with his usual persona—he wouldn't hold a grudge against a child.
"This is not a misunderstanding!"
Su Li stiffened her neck and shouted.
Now, not only did Vice Principal Yang's face darken, but the other leaders, including Gu Cheng, also looked rather grim.
The others in the audience were also discussing it.
"This child is too sensitive. Who is Mr. Gu? What woman can't he have? Would he take a fancy to a little girl?"
"Exactly, I guess she wants to ride on Mr. Gu's popularity and become an internet celebrity. Kids these days have so many ideas."
"Sigh, girls these days have no traditional virtues at all."
On the stage, all the school leaders looked grim. The appointment ceremony was supposed to be well-received and the school was supposed to make a good impression, but this whole mess has damaged the school's reputation.
Principal Yan Zhengguo's face was ashen.
"Principal Yang, how did you arrange this? How can this child be so insensible? Which class is he in? Call their homeroom teacher."
He wouldn't directly scold the students, but he would scold the vice principal in charge of specific tasks.
Vice Principal Yang: ......
Just as she was about to say something, a voice came from the entrance of the auditorium.
"I am Su Li's homeroom teacher, I'm here."
Everyone looked over, and their expressions changed instantly. Even Gu Cheng felt a pang of panic because Chang Qing had not only come by himself, but also had several police officers with him.
He actually called the police!
Now that the police have arrived, they are naturally going to take over the scene.
The matter is not complicated; the key issue is that one side is making accusations while the other side is denying them, and that's where the stalemate lies.
Is there CCTV footage in the auditorium?
The young policeman asked this question.
Yes, of course there was, but just as the police were about to retrieve the surveillance footage, his phone rang. After answering the call, he changed his mind.
"I'll take the person back to the station first. Wu Hui, come and copy the surveillance footage over."
He then looked at the crowd.
"Everyone, please disperse. It's not a big deal. We will definitely investigate thoroughly. Also, before a conclusion is reached, no spreading rumors is allowed. If it causes negative public opinion, you will be held legally responsible!"
After the crowd was dispersed, both parties involved were taken to the police station.
Changqing revealed a knowing look.
He noticed that after the police arrived, Gu Cheng took out his phone and sent a message.
It seems they've used their personal connections.
hehe.
This bastard knows quite a few people.
He also went to the police station and called Su Li's parents. Surprisingly, neither of them wanted to come. In fact, they scolded Su Li on the phone, saying she was shameful and made them lose face.
"A girl has ended up in the police station because of this. Do you still want to study properly?!"
"I told you not to participate in those awful activities, but you wouldn't listen and insisted on learning broadcasting and hosting. Didn't you just ask for trouble?"
"I'm busy and I can't get there right now! You handle it yourself, but remember, don't make a scene and embarrass us!"
Su Li hung up the phone calmly, clearly having anticipated her parents' reaction.
“Teacher Wang…” she looked at Changqing.
Changqing nodded: "Don't worry, the teacher will handle it with you."
After arriving at the police station, they were questioned again, and naturally, they each gave their own version of events. However, at this point, Gu Cheng was very calm, and he even had a smile on his face.
"It's all a misunderstanding. The young lady is just too sensitive. I swear on my integrity that I didn't do such a thing. By the way, officers, you have to clarify things for me. After all, I am a public figure to some extent."
He sat in the chair with his legs crossed, looking very relaxed.
Across from him, the middle-aged policeman in charge of the questioning nodded.
Changqing frowned; he had a bad feeling.
A dozen minutes later.
The police officer in charge of reviewing the surveillance footage returned, bringing bad news—
The surveillance cameras are broken!
The surveillance system always breaks down at crucial moments!
Su Li's face turned pale instantly.
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