Chapter 284: Chapter 283: National Hero Lin Fan!

“Ye Jizong, it seems that kick I gave you just now wasn’t enough, and you’re itching for another, huh?”

Wang Meng was so furious he laughed, his knuckles cracking as he clenched his fists.

Xia Bingbing and the others’ faces turned sour again, anger rising.

Lin Fan’s past was always a painful subject for them, something no one dared to bring up.

But now, with Old Marshal Wang and others turning themselves in,

there’s hope that in time, Lin Fan might reclaim his innocence!

However, these secrets can’t be revealed publicly, which is extremely frustrating!

“Principal Sun, do you see what kind of people your good student’s surrounded by?”

Ye Jizong quickly hid behind Principal Sun, sarcastically ridiculing loudly.

“Everyone listen, the guy who kicked me just now is Wang Meng, a deserter, who was publicly shamed nationwide a few years back!”

“Later on, for money, he went to be a lackey for the Wen family and did a lot of despicable things!”

Wha, what?

This man who seemed so imposing was secretly a cowardly deserter?

Instantly, there was an uproar in the room!

Everyone was looking at each other, utterly stunned.

“Hmph, if Lin Fan’s buddy-buddy with a deserter, what does that say about him?”

Noticing the change in the crowd’s expressions,

Ye Jizong’s eyes shone with pride, even more convinced of his accusations.

Especially when he saw Wang Meng’s face change and Lin Fan remain silent at the side.

He was secretly overjoyed, feeling as though he had again seized the key to controlling these two.

“I remember! A few years ago, there really was a guy named Wang Meng, who fled the battlefield, was dismissed, investigated, and ended up being criticized nationwide!”

“No wonder Lin Fan hasn’t shown his face for seven years; the cause of death back then is indeed suspicious…”

“But if he really had issues, how could he have received national burial honors?”

“Who knows, maybe it was to balance merits and cover up some scandal…”

Someone recognized Wang Meng and shouted in surprise.

Others frowned, frequently glancing at Lin Fan.

Yet others shook their heads, sighing, their expressions complex.

No matter the truth back then.

A legend had ended, and that was undeniable.

Now Lin Fan reappeared humbly, dressed in cheap clothes, a picture of destitution.

What was worse was having a deserter follower at his side… it’s hard not to suspect deeply!

“What’s the matter, got nothing to say now?”

Ye Jizong sneered, gaining confidence, stepping out from behind Principal Sun.

“Wang Meng, Lin Fan! You two coming to the school to deceive and act audaciously, are you really ignoring Imperial Capital’s high command?”

“Believe me, with just one report from me, I can put you both in jail!”

“Kneel, kneel and kowtow to me until I’m satisfied!”

The arrogant, boisterous voice echoed in the place.

Wang Meng’s fists crackled, his face full of anger, on the verge of losing control.

“Ye Jizong, neither you nor anyone else has the right to listen to or investigate the matters concerning Wang Meng and me!”

Lin Fan placed a hand on Wang Meng’s shoulder, silently shaking his head.

Dealing with such scum by letting the furious Wang Meng beat him to death would only bring disgrace to one’s fists!

Now, with the truth about Wang Meng and others’ grievances about to be restored,

there’s no need to stir up any unfavorable incidents at this crucial time.

“Hahaha, you’re killing me with laughter; you two are insignificant now, yet you dare to bluff?”

Ye Jizong exaggeratedly cringed, intentionally showed a terrified face.

“Wow, I’m so scared, I’m nearly scared to death, almost wet my pants, hahaha, hahaha!”

“…Teacher, I will explain my situation to you later, but it’s definitely not as shameful as Ye Jizong claims.”

Lin Fan remained expressionless, ignoring Ye Jizong’s taunts.

He looked apologetically at Principal Sun, who had a complicated expression, and spoke softly.

“Hmm, Teacher believes in your character; there must be some hardship within… let’s not talk about it now and head to the Great Hall.”

Principal Sun shook his head, patted Lin Fan’s shoulder, encouraging him with a few words.

This student was recruited by him personally.

His character, knowledge, all were top-notch.

Moreover, after abandoning medicine for the military, he made remarkable contributions to the country, causing a sensation throughout Xia Country.

The school has always been proud of Ying Bufan.

How could such a person easily make mistakes and turn into a criminal?

“Hey! Sun, what’s up with you? It’s come to this point, and you’re still covering for Lin Fan!”

Seeing Principal Sun leading Lin Fan’s group towards the Great Hall,

Ye Jizong was momentarily stunned, then immediately exploded with anger.

“Ye Jizong, the school will investigate your matter thoroughly and give you an explanation.”

Principal Sun stopped, his old face turning stern.

“But without any evidence, I forbid you to slander Lin Fan!”

“Evidence? What evidence is needed; didn’t Yang Xiuxiu just kneel and beg Lin Fan for forgiveness? Isn’t that obvious enough!”

Ye Jizong grew angrier as he spoke, his face twisting with rage.

“Ye Jizong, stop slinging mud at Lin Fan. I’ve only met Lin Fan twice; how could we be involved?”

Yang Xiuxiu stood up, dejectedly spoke out with disappointment.

“Besides, with such excellent girls around him, why would he even consider me?”

“Hmph, who knows how you and that scoundrel got together? You have the nerve to stand up and defend Lin Fan? Yang Xiuxiu, you’re truly shameless, a disgusting piece of trash!”

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