Chapter 0007: Expelled from the Class
Today, Yuan Chuling's courageous and principled stand at a critical moment truly moved Tang Xiu, leading him to genuinely recognize and accept this friend from the bottom of his heart
I have calculated carefully that if Tang Xiu were to withdraw from the exam, our class 5 would have the highest average score among several key classes. It is precisely because of Tang Xiu's presence that our average score has been significantly lowered.
Two years have passed, and although Yuan Chuling has calmly accepted the fact of his parents' divorce, the harm caused by them is irreparable, and his enthusiasm for learning has also vanished without a trace
Slowly, Tang Xiu's eyes grew brighter, and an excited expression appeared on his face. He nervously asked, "You... you... your mind has become sharp!"
"Fatty, although I do not know why Uncle and Aunt divorced, over the past two years, I have seen their love for you. Their divorce does not mean they do not love you; rather, it is because they are not suited for each other. If you continue to indulge in self-destructive behavior, you will suffer, and they will also be in pain. Why must it be this way?" Seeing that Yuan Chuling had taken his words to heart, Tang Xiu seized the opportunity to speak further.
"Boss, don't waste your effort. Neither of us is cut out for studying; no matter how hard we try, it won't make a difference." Tang Xiucai had only flipped through a few pages of the book when he felt a weight on his shoulder, followed by a deep voice sounding in his ear.
"Ah, let's not talk about my matters. Previously, Teacher Qiu mentioned wanting to expel you from this class or even from the school. How is it that I find you completely unconcerned about this?" Yuan Chuling, not wanting to dwell on her parents' divorce, decided to change the subject.
Yuan Chuling was particularly outstanding in her studies when she entered school. However, during the second half of her first year of high school, her parents went through a divorce, and then Yuan Chuling began to skip classes, get into fights, engage in early romantic relationships, and even abandon her exams. In an instant, she transformed from an exemplary student into a student despised by her teachers.
"Fatty, since you insist on coming to school on time every day, it shows that deep down you still love learning. You are merely deliberately giving up on yourself to make your uncles and aunts suffer and regret, aren't you?" Tang Xiu stared at Yuan Chuling, asking each word slowly.
After the damage to his soul, although Tang Xiu's intelligence was impaired in his body on Earth, his attitude towards learning remained exceptionally proper. The textbooks from the first year to the third year of high school were neatly arranged on his desk, which spared Tang Xiu the trouble of having to gather the materials himself
In fact, it is not only on Tang Xiu's desk that this is the case; looking around, all the desks in the classroom are similar. If one must find a point of difference, it is that the books and test papers on Tang Xiu's desk are almost brand new and arranged quite neatly, while the test papers and books on the desks of other students are generally haphazardly piled up, appearing quite messy
Upon hearing Tang Xiu's words, Yuan Chuling's expression changed dramatically, and in the end, she evasively averted her gaze from Tang Xiu.
Upon hearing Hu Qiusheng's announcement, Tang Xiu's heart suddenly contracted, and his face turned pale.
I... I can't believe it, I am truly overjoyed. Come on, let me treat you to a drink; this matter must be celebrated. With his own speculation confirmed, Yuan Chuling couldn't help but feel ecstatic. He grabbed Tang Xiu's arm and headed out of the classroom, completely ignoring the teasing from Tang Xiu behind him, as well as the crisp sound of the class bell ringing.
Tang Xiu's gaze also fell upon his own desk, where the stack of examination papers alone reached a height of at least 2 feet, not to mention the numerous reference books that were even more abundant
Due to being raised in a single-parent family, Tang Xiu has been particularly obedient since childhood and has been especially diligent in his studies. From elementary school to junior high, Tang Xiu has consistently played the role of an academic achiever. In the junior high entrance examination, he achieved the first place in the entire city and was admitted to Xingcheng No. 1 High School. During his first year of high school, Tang Xiu continued to occupy the top position in various examinations.
Hú Qiūshēng frowned upon hearing this, his sharp gaze sweeping over Táng Xiū, and he said with a hint of sarcasm: "Yuán Chǔlíng, do you need me to accompany you to take Táng Xiū to the infirmary?"
Tang Xiu had the intention to resist, but Yuan Chuling's physique was three times his size, and Yuan Chuling's strength was simply beyond what he could contend with at present
Over the past year, although Tang Xiu's academic performance has not been ideal, he has gained a reputation for being a model student in terms of study discipline, never missing classes or skipping them, and even being punctual without any instances of tardiness. However, today he was pulled by Yuan Chuling to prepare to skip class, which naturally left Yuan Chuling feeling guilty.
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"Let’s not trouble Teacher Hu for now, let’s hold on a bit longer and go to the infirmary during the break!" Hearing the bone-chilling tone in Hu Qiusheng's words, Yuan Chuling hurriedly shook her head and then pulled Tang Xiu back to their seats.
If the supreme beings of the celestial realm were to witness Tang Xiu earnestly persuading a mere mortal ant, they would undoubtedly be left in shock with their jaws dropping to the ground
"You two, stop right there. It is class time now; return to your seats immediately." Tang Xiu and Yuan Chuling had just reached the classroom door when they were blocked by Hu Qiusheng.
Although he claims to be indifferent, being expelled from the class and leaving the class voluntarily are two entirely different concepts. Now, Hu Qiusheng shows no regard for his dignity and feelings, publicly reading this document in front of the entire class is no different from delivering a resounding slap to Tang Xiu's face, leaving Tang Xiu with an indescribable sense of anger and discomfort
Sigh, forget it, our situations are different. You should study hard and not let your aunt's expectations down. My life is just like this. Seeing Tang Xiu's hesitance to speak, Yuan Chuling's smile gradually faded, and her mood instantly became low.
"Fatty, let's study hard, otherwise..." Tang Xiu's words trailed off halfway. The reason he was willing to return to school to study was to fulfill his mother's wish. Yuan Chuling, however, harbored deep resentment towards his parents, and naturally, she would do to them what they had done to him.
After deliberation by the principal's office and the grade group, it has been decided that, effective immediately, student Tang Xiu will no longer be a member of Class 5. For the next three months, Tang Xiu will attend Class 10.
Yuan Chuling also did not expect that Hu Qiusheng would stop him and Tang Xiu, only to announce the document regarding the handling of Tang Xiu. He was so furious that he was gasping for breath, his face flushed red. However, after glancing at the pale-faced Tang Xiu, he restrained himself from causing further trouble.
This is truly wonderful. With Tang Xiu leaving, the average score of our class will definitely improve
"Teacher Hu, Tang Xiu has fully recovered from the hidden dangers left by the car accident, and his academic performance will soon improve. I kindly ask you to inform the principal's office to retract this document." After a moment of silence, Yuan Chuling suddenly stood up and requested loudly
The speaker is naturally Yuan Chuling, who sits next to Tang Xiu. Yuan Chuling thought that Tang Xiu was unable to resist flipping through the textbook because he was provoked by Hu Qiusheng's words, and he couldn't help but speak out to offer comfort.
Tang Xiu currently has nothing; his family is so poor that they cannot even afford to eat, and they cannot gather enough money for his tuition fees. His academic performance is abysmal, to the point where there are even suspicions of intellectual disability. In such circumstances, Yuan Chuling is still willing to help and support him, which can only indicate that Yuan Chuling truly regards Tang Xiu as a genuine friend
After Yuan Chuling and Tang Xiu returned to their seats, Hu Qiusheng also slowly walked up to the podium
It seems that before I can resolve the issues with my cultivation techniques, I must first address my academic problems; otherwise, being expelled from school due to poor grades would surely upset my mother greatly. Tang Xiu murmured softly, then took out his books from the desk and began to browse through them earnestly
Tang Xiu wishes to improve his academic performance. He not only needs to self-study the content from the second and third years of high school, but he must also revisit the material from before the second year. If it were the old Tang Xiu, regaining his former glory within a mere three months would have been an almost impossible task. However, for the current Tang Xiu, this is hardly a challenge.
I have heard such guarantees many times before, and I will no longer believe any assurances you or Tang Xiu provide. Moreover, the document issued jointly by the principal's office and the grade group cannot be arbitrarily modified or revoked. I also do not believe that Tang Xiu has the ability to improve his academic performance in just three months. Hu Qiusheng stared at Yuan Chuling for a moment and responded calmly.
Yuan Chuling is one of Tang Xiu's rare friends at school, and the two can be considered as kindred spirits.
"Why do I feel like you have become a different person today?" Upon hearing Tang Xiu's response, Yuan Chuling almost thought there was something wrong with her ears, and she couldn't help but scrutinize Tang Xiu from head to toe.
Yuan Chuling clearly did not expect Hu Qiusheng to return, and he was momentarily taken aback. He then quickly released Tang Xiu's arm, his gaze towards Tang Xiu filled with regret
Hu Qiusheng cast a glance in the direction of Tang Xiu and Yuan Chuling, and resolutely read through the document in his hand with a strong and powerful voice
Hearing the murmurs in the classroom, Yuan Chuling clenched her fists tightly, while Tang Xiu appeared as if nothing had happened, his face expressionless and his demeanor unchanged
"Indeed, my mind has returned to normal now. Thank you for your care over the past two years. To express my gratitude for your support, I have decided to graciously relinquish the title of the last place in the class." Seeing the genuine joy on Yuan Chuling's face, Tang Xiu felt a warmth in his heart. He punched Tang Xiu's chest with a smile on his face and said.
My grades are really poor, so it's normal for Qiu Laohu to be that excited. Besides, don't you think this class lacks any sense of humanity? Perhaps a change of environment would be better? Tang Xiu smiled noncommittally upon hearing this, completely not taking the matter to heart
It was merely a car accident during the first half of the second year of high school that severely damaged Tang Xiu's soul, resulting in a significant decline in his memory and comprehension abilities. He would often lose focus, and despite his efforts, he could not keep up with the learning pace of his class, leading to a continuous drop in his grades, ultimately causing him to fall to the last position in his grade.
Tang Xiu casually pulled out a few exam papers and took a look, only to find that he could not understand most of the questions. The series of bright red zeros on the papers made his face flush with embarrassment
I also understand that their divorce has its own difficulties, but I still cannot let it go. After a moment of silence, Yuan Chuling said with a bitter expression
With a light cough from Hu Qiusheng, the classroom fell into instant silence
After Hu Qiusheng finished reading the document, there was a brief silence in the classroom, followed by a thunderous applause, with some students even shouting their approval
Because Tang Xiu from the fairy realm is exceedingly arrogant, he is too indifferent to say even a single word more to his beloved confidantes and close friends, and he is even more indifferent towards strangers
"Teacher Hu, Tang Xiu is feeling unwell, and I will accompany him to the infirmary. May I request a half-hour leave from you?" Yuan Chuling said, her eyes darting around as she spoke.