Her sudden realization made her panic. When Su Qing even mentioned the hotel details, she knew her secret had gotten out. Although she didn't know how he found out, her daughter's matter was no longer important. Her own family absolutely could not be affected.
After Su Qing said this, the office fell into a dead silence for a while.
After a while, Su Qing laughed and said, "Everyone's here to solve things; as long as it can be solved, who says what doesn't really matter, right?"
"High school students, having some conflicts between two kids is normal, it's adolescence. Besides, the college entrance exams are coming up, causing trouble won't make anyone feel better. It's better to turn big problems into small ones and small ones into nothing."
"I think the reason the teacher called us here is to let us give them both a bit of a talking-to. As for reconciliation, there's less than a month until the exams. Maybe they'll never see each other again in this life, so there's no need."
"As for puppy love, my parents have already warned me. I think Su He wouldn't mess around either. Even if we call that kid from Class 7 over, he wouldn't admit to anything. So why bother?"
"But regardless of whether it's true or false, your daughter's habit of speaking without evidence is bad. On a small scale, it makes people not want to be around her because nobody wants to work with someone who likes to spread rumors. On a large scale, it's slander and could lead to police involvement once she's an adult."
Seeing nobody else speaking, Su Qing unreservedly laid out his purpose, mixing truth with lies, but anyone with eyes could tell what he meant.
Apologizing is impossible; let this matter rest here. Everyone should just educate their own kids and stop putting on airs.
These words struck a chord with He Wei. Who would've thought that the once notorious boy could solve issues so clearly and logically one day? Truly, his excellent teaching paid off!
"Exactly, exactly. Jiang Xuelan's parent, the college entrance exams are just around the corner. What's there to fuss about in the remaining half a month?" Then he turned to Su He and the other student, "I don't care what's going on between you two. This ends here. You better think it over. You can wait half a month if you really want to date. After the exams, no one's going to care about you. If anyone causes trouble for me, you'll be studying at home for this half month. Understood?"
This time of year is never peaceful for seniors nearing the college entrance exams. Occasionally, a student who has made a mistake might be punished by being sent home to study.
In their year, some even volunteered to go home, but those were the underachievers. As for those who studied well, this time was crucial and no one would give it up.
After hearing this, everyone silently agreed without a word, while Jiang Xuelan's parent sat on the sofa, saying nothing.
The main thing was the situation wasn't appropriate. Her daughter was already grown, and if word got out back home, she'd be finished. She was hoping to end this quickly.
"Alright then, you two go back to class. We're done for today!" He Wei said.
Hearing this, Su He and the other student looked at their respective parents before leaving.
"Then, if there's nothing, I'll be leaving now," the woman said once her children had left.
In response, He Wei didn't try to keep her. Clearly, he had understood the subtext in Su Qing's words. Although he didn't know the exact reason, he knew it was more complicated than it seemed. Otherwise, why would a few words change her attitude so dramatically?
After she left, He Wei turned and smiled, saying, "Well, after a few years, your verbal skills have improved!"
Upon hearing this, Su Qing quickly smiled and said, "Listen to you, like I was so immature back then."
"Anyway, you're more mature now. By the way, who's Li Gang?" He Wei asked.
At this, even Teacher Hu and another teacher looked over. It was clear they had all picked out the implication in his earlier words.
But Su Qing wouldn't speak carelessly on such matters. Even though what he said was true, he didn't have any evidence; it was only intimidating to the parties involved.
"A friend, not worth mentioning, haha."
Seeing he didn't want to say, He Wei didn't press further and lightly laughed, "How did you guess I didn't call you here intending to punish Su He and the other student?"
"That's simple enough; they're high school students. Nobody got seriously hurt; how big a deal could it be? Let alone groundless rumors. Back when I was in school, the school prohibited dating, but people still dated."
"You could walk into any class, and there are people dating in every one. During adolescence, it's impossible to completely ban it. Those who can find someone to date will find someone no matter what. Those who can't, even if you throw them into a dating agency, they'll still be single. What's the big deal?"
"Besides, the exams are almost here. Not letting them be affected is what really matters. After all, who would seriously bother with such things at this critical juncture, right?"
These words were spot on. It really wasn't that big of a deal. Who would choose to make it bigger? Moreover, it wasn't a serious violation. Given that they're seniors, even as a homeroom teacher, you wouldn't cause yourself trouble unless Su He and the other student had fought in front of him; otherwise, he'd be too lazy to care.
"Well, being a college graduate makes a difference!"
Then Old He chatted with him for quite a while, mostly about embarrassing stories from his school days, making Teacher Hu laugh heartily. She even asked about some of their classmates' current situations, though he wasn't in contact with many people.
Class dismissed, he was finally allowed to leave.
"Teacher Hu, wait up," Su Qing stopped Hu Pei on the stairs.
"What's up?"
"Well, I wanted to ask how my sister's English grades are."
Since the small matter was handled, he could now focus on the real task. After all, she was the reason he came.
It didn't matter if she was slightly older; he loved older sisters, totally his type.
"Su He? Her English is alright; she's usually above the passing line. English depends on regular practice," Hu Pei said without thinking further, assuming he was concerned about his sister.
"I see. I'm aware my sister's always struggled with English. Please, try to guide her more in the remaining time, Teacher Hu."
"Rest assured, I will."
Su Qing hurriedly continued, "By the way, I wonder if you're free this evening, Teacher Hu? I'd like to treat you to dinner, make friends, if you're interested?"
Upon hearing this, even a simpleton would catch on to the underlying intentions. She's seen teachers treated to dinner, but making friends? That wasn't necessary.
With that, Hu Pei pushed her glasses up, gave him an intrigued look, and laughed, "Make... friends?"
[The sharp-minded Teacher Hu had caught on. A young, beautiful woman never lacks pursuers, but this approach was new to her and quite amusing.]
Listening to the narration, Su Qing was a bit embarrassed, realizing he was still somewhat green.
"Y-yeah, friends!"
"What kind of friends?" Hu Pei asked further.
This time Su Qing was stunned, so direct?
Seeing his bewilderment, Hu Pei chuckled and said, "Alright, dear brother, I don't have time to entertain you."
As soon as she finished speaking, the narration sounded again.
[Though Cao Cao is gone, his spirit lives on. Hitting on a married woman—brave indeed.]
Before Su Qing could react, Hu Pei patted her belly and continued, "I have a prenatal appointment at the hospital this afternoon, and my husband will be with me. So... still want to have dinner?"
Su Qing: "Teacher, hello! Teacher, goodbye!"
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