"Hmph, it's just a place for pretentious people to show off their refined tastes!" Lu Jingui interrupted him.
Her tone was full of disdain, "It reeks of money, it's not elegant at all, and it's pretentious!"
Director Dong was somewhat puzzled, but still went along with her and said—
"Since you don't like it, then forget it. However, we got along very well, and since it's a blind date, we both think the other is quite nice..."
His eyes held a deeper meaning: "Jin Gui, actually I have a lot of feelings for you. Would you be willing to become my partner soon?"
Lu Jingui sneered inwardly, but feigned modesty and declined, saying, "Director Dong, you're too hasty. This is only our second meeting..."
“It’s alright, we can get to know each other slowly. Feelings can be cultivated.” Director Dong said, his gaze fixed intently on Lu Jingui.
His tone was somewhat suggestive, "If you'd like, you can come to my place tonight, and I'll cook for you myself."
Lu Jingui sneered inwardly. How could she not understand what this old man meant? He just wanted to take advantage of her!
She subtly took a step back, a reserved smile on her face: "Thank you for your kindness, Director Dong, but..."
She paused, then said in a tone of disappointment, "Director Dong, you are an educated person and should respect women. How could you say such a thing?"
"Comrade Lu Jingui, you've misunderstood me," Director Dong said, a hint of embarrassment flashing across his face.
He quickly explained, "I just felt... we're all adults. Sister Wang, who introduced us, told you, right? My wife passed away, and I need a new wife. I can contribute to your literary career."
"I think Director Dong should focus more on his work. We should strive for a connection on a deeper level. Let's make it up another time. I have to go back to school now..."
Lu Jingui stood up, looked down at Director Dong, and said in a detached tone.
Director Dong couldn't say anything. He coughed lightly to cover his embarrassment: "Okay, Comrade Lu Jingui, I look forward to the day when our hearts are in sync. See you again!"
He was somewhat dissatisfied. At first, he thought that although the girl was a bit older, she was unmarried and had no children. Her face was average, but her figure was excellent. Women are all the same when the lights are off.
I never imagined that she was still acting so high and mighty even though she's over thirty. No wonder she's been unable to get married.
Well, it's not surprising that someone who's thirty and still single, especially someone like me who's cultured and a bit proud, would be like this.
Director Dong comforted himself, looking at Lu Jingui's slender waist and hip curves, his expression relaxed again, he looked like she could also bear a son.
After saying goodbye to Director Dong, Lu Jingui turned around again, but she couldn't see Tony and the black car anymore. Her face fell, and she returned to school with her good mood completely gone.
Ning Bingyu wasn't jealous at all, nor did he even glance at her! So shallow! So shallow!
She also encountered the even more superficial Director Dong; it's not a good day to go out!
Lu Jingui returned to school with a dark expression. Just as he reached the girls' dormitory building, a girl called out to him.
"Chairman Lu, why are you only just getting back? Zhang Hongmei and the other student union members have been waiting for you in the main classroom for ages. We heard that our department is putting on a performance for the National Day celebrations!"
The girl jogged over, a fawning smile plastered on her face.
Lu Jingui was already in a bad mood, and her urging made him even more irritable: "Alright, I know, you go ahead, I'll be there in a bit."
She slowly straightened her clothes before walking towards the large classroom.
Before I even entered, I could hear a lively discussion coming from inside.
"We must make this National Day celebration a resounding success and not let the other departments lose out! I think we could organize a variety show and get all the artistic talents in our department together..."
"The talent show is too old-fashioned. How about we hold a debate competition? Our department is full of hidden talents..."
Lu Jingui pushed open the door and saw that the large classroom was full of people, including members of the Economics Department Student Union, some members of the University Student Union, and several teachers in charge of the National Day activities.
Upon seeing Lu Jingui enter, everyone stopped their discussion and turned their gazes toward her.
Zhang Hongmei immediately greeted, "Chairman, you've arrived! Please come and sit down!"
Miao Sanlu also said eagerly, "Yes, yes, Chairman Lu, you are the most talented woman in our department. You must think carefully and give us some advice!"
Lu Jingui enjoyed the feeling of being the center of attention. He smiled slightly, neither confirming nor denying, and walked straight to the first row, pulled out a chair and sat down.
Her arrogant attitude caused the student council members present to frown slightly, while Jin Bianjiang expressionlessly twitched the corner of his lips and said nothing.
Seeing this, Zhang Hongmei quickly called on everyone to continue the discussion, trying to ease the awkward atmosphere.
However, at that moment, the classroom door was suddenly pushed open from the outside, and Ding Lan walked in with several teachers from the student affairs office.
"Teacher, it was her! She's the one who threatened me and made me put up the big-character poster about Chu Hongyu!" Ding Lan pointed at Lu Jingui, tears streaming down her face.
She bluntly accused, "She said that if I didn't do what she said, I wouldn't be able to stay in school!"
Upon hearing this, the crowd erupted in an uproar.
Ding Lan's words exploded in the classroom like a thunderclap. Everyone stared at her in shock, unable to believe their ears: "What?!"
Lu Jingui's face turned ashen, and a bad premonition rose in his heart.
She stood up abruptly, pointed at Ding Lan, and shouted angrily, "Ding Lan, you're talking nonsense! When did I threaten you? What evidence do you have? If you dare to slander me again, believe me, I'll sue you for defamation!"
"I'm not lying! I didn't!" Ding Lan said, tears streaming down her face, her voice filled with grievance.
"That night, you...you called me to the grove, gave me a letter, and told me...to post it downstairs at the girls' dormitory, and...you also gave me ten yuan..."
"You...you're making baseless accusations! I never did such a thing!" Lu Jingui retorted angrily.
She never imagined in her life that she would be framed.
She didn't do anything dangerous at all; Zhang Hongmei was responsible for contacting the people below.
Zhang Hongmei immediately reacted: "Nonsense! You lie without even thinking. How could Chairman Lu do such a thing? You're clearly jealous of Chu Hongyu and deliberately trying to frame her. Now you're trying to smear the chairman!"
"I'm not lying. It was Lu Jingui who orchestrated the false accusation that Chu Hongyu's father was harassing female students!" Ding Lan cried, as if she wanted to vent all her grievances.
"What?!"
This time, the classroom was even quieter; you could hear a pin drop.
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