The next day, after waking up, Shen Nanxing was late to school. He didn’t have any classes today, and if it weren’t for the unresolved issue with the post, he wouldn’t have bothered to leave the warmth of his bed. When he was about to leave, Shen Chuanqiong asked worriedly if he wanted a bodyguard to accompany him. Shen Nanxing quickly refused, saying he didn’t need one. It would be ridiculous to have a group of bodyguards following him into school—people would think he was some kind of gangster, and it would definitely attract unwanted attention. Just thinking about it made him feel uncomfortable. Seeing his resistance, Shen Chuanqiong didn’t insist but instructed the bodyguard to quietly follow him without drawing attention, and to notify him immediately if anything happened.

Upon arriving at school, Shen Nanxing, prompted by Xie Ling, went to the office of the Dean of the College of Literature. The atmosphere in the office was a little tense. The students who had been disciplined were all huddled together, their heads lowered like quails. They hadn’t expected that their careless remarks would result in such serious consequences, and now they were filled with regret. Compared to their regretful expressions, Lin Bai appeared much calmer. He had already thought of a way to handle things the day before. The reason he had Xiao Ze go and tell Fu Chengyu about the incident was to show Fu Chengyu that he wasn’t going to back down, and he was also testing his position in Fu Chengyu’s heart.

The Dean of the College of Literature was an elderly professor in his fifties with graying hair and a kind face. He looked at the well-behaved Shen Nanxing with some fondness. Shen Nanxing looked like a good student, and when he thought about how his college’s students had been wrongfully slandered, his expression darkened slightly. Shen Nanxing observed the reactions of the others with a calm smile and politely greeted Dean Chen, “Good morning, Dean.”

Dean Chen smiled warmly and gestured for him to sit, “Shen, come in, come in, please sit.” He then coldly snorted at the others standing and urged, “Since Shen has arrived, you all can start apologizing.”

The other students, with serious attitudes and sincere expressions, began to apologize. “Shen, we’re sorry. We shouldn’t have made false statements online, and we regret the harm it caused you. We sincerely apologize, and we hope you can forgive us. Rest assured, in addition to apologizing to you in person, we will also issue a public apology on social media. We are truly sorry.”

These students were usually the type to surf the internet for fun, but now that things had gotten serious, they were a bit scared and were apologizing earnestly. Shen Nanxing didn’t intend to make things too difficult for them. “Alright, I accept your apology, but as for the school’s disciplinary actions…” Before he could finish his sentence, the others hurriedly responded, “It’s our fault, and we deserve the school’s punishment.”

When it was Lin Bai’s turn to apologize, the atmosphere shifted. Lin Bai looked at Shen Nanxing with a somewhat innocent expression, his voice trembling slightly, “Shen, I’m sorry. I didn’t realize this would cause such a big impact. Although I didn’t post the message, it was on my account, so I also bear some responsibility and want to apologize to you.”

After speaking, Lin Bai bent slightly and bowed to Shen Nanxing. Shen Nanxing noticed the hidden agenda in Lin Bai’s apology. He had expected Lin Bai wouldn’t apologize honestly—he was clearly holding something back. If he was going to apologize, why not do it properly? Why act as if he had been wronged? Shen Nanxing rolled his eyes in disbelief. “Oh? So you’re saying you’re innocent? The account was yours, but you didn’t post the message? Is your dorm haunted or something?”

Lin Bai didn’t expect Shen Nanxing’s words to be so sharp. He pale-faced explained, “Shen, I only found out about this yesterday. My account was hacked a few days ago, so I’m really sorry.”

Shen Nanxing snorted coldly, “Do you have proof? If you don’t, I have evidence. Your IP address can’t lie!”

“I do have proof. My roommate, Xiao Ze, can vouch for me. He knew when my account was hacked. If you don’t believe me, I can have him come here right now,” Lin Bai said.

Shen Nanxing waved his hand dismissively, “No need. You can explain this to my lawyer.”

The other students were immediately anxious, casting reproachful glances at Lin Bai. They quickly pulled Shen Nanxing aside, “Shen, there must be some misunderstanding here. Lin Bai is probably just scared, and that’s why he’s speaking incoherently. Lin Bai, quickly explain yourself again!”

The others were so furious at Lin Bai. This whole situation started because of his actions, and now he was the one acting wronged. It was really an example of incompetence causing even more trouble.

Lin Bai’s expression darkened. He hadn’t expected Shen Nanxing to disregard his explanation completely and refuse to listen. There was no turning back now. Lin Bai clenched his hands and stubbornly looked at Shen Nanxing, “Shen, I’m telling the truth. If you don’t believe me, there’s nothing I can do about it.”

Shen Nanxing cursed inwardly. He wasn’t Fu Chengyu, so why was Lin Bai putting on this innocent, wronged act? He was obviously trying to play the victim. It was no surprise that someone like him, who hid in his cozy bed, loved to put on a show.

Just then, Fu Chengyu arrived. Lin Bai looked at the newcomer and felt a surge of hidden delight.

“Enough, Nanxing. Let’s stop here. They’ve apologized, and they’ve been punished. It’s over now,” Fu Chengyu said, first looking at Lin Bai with concern, then turning to Shen Nanxing with a tone that made his demand sound natural.

Shen Nanxing ignored him, replying harshly, “What right do you have to tell me what to do? Who do you think you are, Fu Chengyu?”

Fu Chengyu’s arrogance shocked him. How could he be so bold? Yesterday, he was practically begging for forgiveness, but today he was acting like this. It was really disgusting.

Hearing this, Fu Chengyu paused for a moment, then looked at Shen Nanxing with a serious expression. “Nanxing, if you want to hold me accountable, I also have some responsibility in this, and I should apologize to you too.”

Shen Nanxing sneered, “Who cares? You’re speaking up for Lin Bai. What, do you like him or something?”

Shen Nanxing observed Fu Chengyu’s protectiveness toward Lin Bai and couldn’t help but think, *These two must have slept together, right? Otherwise, why would Fu Chengyu be so protective of Lin Bai?* As this thought crossed his mind, Shen Nanxing’s eyes shifted back and forth between the two, finally locking on the dark red mark on Lin Bai’s neck. Suddenly, he understood.

Fu Chengyu subtly blocked Shen Nanxing’s gaze from Lin Bai, and with a deeply affectionate look, he said to Shen Nanxing, “Nanxing, you misunderstood. You’re my fiancé, of course, I like you!”

Shen Nanxing: “…”

Sometimes, Shen Nanxing really thought about calling the police. How could someone say such greasy lines with a straight face?!

At these words, everyone in the room was shocked, their faces full of the “onlookers watching the drama” expression. Oh my god, what was this? A love triangle in the middle of a battlefield with the “main partner vs. the mistress, and the scumbag stepping in to mediate”?