There was a cheer from the students below the podium, and then Gao Xiangyu continued, "There's another good news, the top in the grade also appears in our class, congratulations Jiang Yuanyuan."

Jiang Yuanyuan was startled when she heard Gao Xiangyu read her name. Did she hear it wrong? First in the grade, her?!

To be more precise, it should be Luo Chao?!

Chen Xiaoqi's mouth dropped open in surprise when she heard Gao Xiangyu announce Jiang Yuanyuan's name. Her eyes were wide and round, and when she turned her head, she heard the crackling of her neck. Seeing Jiang Yuanyuan's equally astonished expression, she patted her shoulder and said in delight, "Yuanyuan, you're first! You took down Zhong Yu!"

It was only after hearing Chen Xiaoqi's words that Jiang Yuanyuan was brought back to her senses. Although she was happy to have scored higher than Zhong Yu, her feelings were very complicated, because this score wasn't even hers, right?!

Amidst warm applause, Gao Xiangyu continued reading, "Luo Chao, second in the class, fifth overall in the grade."

Upon hearing this news, the applause in the class abruptly stopped. Luo Chao, who was flipping through a comic book, also looked up to find countless pairs of shocked eyes. He slightly curled a corner of his mouth, then continued to look down at his comic book.

"No way, right? The new student scored second in the class, fifth in the entire grade!" a boy said in shock, pushing up his glasses that had slipped down.

"That's right. A student who always goes out during English class can now score so well. Should we call him a genius by the weekend?" A girl sitting behind the boy with glasses had eyes full of admiration.

At this point, the class burst into chatter, leaving Chen Xiaoqi even more astonished. What was going on now, a bodyguard studying better than her? How was that possible!

Chen Xiaoqi pouted as she watched Luo Chao read his comic with an air of nonchalance, and whispered, "What's going on, Yuanyuan? I think Luo Chao must have cheated!"

Chen Xiaoqi's words were clearly heard by Gao Xiangyu. That's right! He must have cheated, otherwise, how could he score so well! Not only did he suspect Luo Chao, but now even Chen Xiaoqi also saw the signs. He had to talk to Luo Chao after class.

However, Luo Chao pretended not to hear the classmates' discussions about him, thinking to himself that maybe he wouldn't need extra tutoring this time? Even though he clearly lost points, how was he still first? How would he explain this to Jiang Yuanyuan now?

Gao Xiangyu finished reading the class's results and said some encouraging words before walking over to Luo Chao with the report card, knocking on his desk, "Luo Chao, come out with me for a moment."

Luo Chao put down his comic book, looking at Gao Xiangyu with a face of impatience, thinking that this class advisor really had too much going on. When he didn't score well, they wanted to kick him out; now that he scored well, there was still something.

What a fussbudget!

Luo Chao stood up and followed Gao Xiangyu out of the classroom. Chen Xiaoqi stared at Luo Chao's back and whispered to Jiang Yuanyuan, "Yuanyuan, he's in trouble this time. If Old Gao really finds out he cheated, he'll not only be kicked out of our class, he might be given a major demerit!"

Central High School was known for its rigorous academic atmosphere. Apart from a few rich kids causing trouble, the academic performance and school regulations were very strict. Jiang Yuanyuan was worried for Luo Chao, knowing his scores meant he didn't cheat, but could she prove it for him?

With Chen Xiaoqi still chattering in her ear, Jiang Yuanyuan, feeling overwhelmed, said, "Whether or not he cheated, Old Gao will find out right away. Stop guessing blindly."

Noticing Jiang Yuanyuan speaking up for Luo Chao, Chen Xiaoqi just wrinkled her nose and swallowed the rest of her words, staying silent.

Meanwhile, Gao Xiangyu took Luo Chao out of the classroom and headed to his office.

Once inside the office, Gao Xiangyu looked down at Luo Chao. Luo Chao met Gao Xiangyu's scrutinous gaze and calmly asked, "Teacher, is there something you need?"

Gao Xiangyu cleared his throat and asked, "Luo Chao, I want you to tell me the truth. Did you cheat or not?"

Luo Chao glanced over Gao Xiangyu, then chuckled softly. Gao Xiangyu felt uneasy at the disdain in Luo Chao's eyes and said angrily, "The teacher's asking you a question. Why are you laughing? Is it so amusing to you, or are you feeling guilty about cheating?!"

After laughing enough, Luo Chao continued, "Teacher Gao, don't let me down too much. Even elementary school students know this saying: 'Where there's a will, there's hardly a crime.' The key point is, teacher, do you realize that your urgency just now was actually a sign of your own guilt!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Gao Xiangyu inhaled sharply. This kid really didn't put him in his place. Why was he feeling guilty? Dealing with a student who didn't study properly and thought about fighting all day, wasn't it right to suspect him?!

"Luo Chao, no matter what you say, take a look at your own capabilities. You either sleep or skip class every day. How can you, no wait, how can everyone believe your scores?" Gao Xiangyu thought of Zhang Meijuan's hints and forcibly suppressed his anger, advising Luo Chao kindly.

"I didn't cheat, so I have nothing to feel guilty about. This is my capability, and if you don't believe it, there's nothing I can do. I'm not currency; I can't be liked by everyone. Besides... are you sure you're asking me out just for the sake of fairness?"

Upon finishing, Luo Chao flashed a cold smile, crossing his arms as he looked at Gao Xiangyu. Gao Xiangyu was pricked by Luo Chao's words, feeling as if everything about him was laid bare. Luo Chao wasn't simple.

"Since you claim you didn't cheat, fine. I have a spare set of test papers here. Finish it, and based on your score, everything will become clear," Gao Xiangyu said, retrieving a set of test papers from his drawer and placing them in front of Luo Chao.

Luo Chao looked at the stack of test papers in front of him, laughed lightly, and nonchalantly said, "I refuse."

Ordinarily, people would seize any chance to prove their innocence, but Luo Chao refused. This clearly reinforced Gao Xiangyu's belief that Luo Chao had indeed cheated.

"You don't dare? Not daring means your scores were achieved by cheating?!" Seeing that persuasion didn't work, Gao Xiangyu began to resort to coercion.

Unfortunately, Gao Xiangyu had lost any authority in front of Luo Chao from the start. Now, even this approach was ineffective. Luo Chao turned to leave without even glancing at Gao Xiangyu.

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