Chapter 15: Unable to Graduate

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

As a matter of fact, Ji Ying felt very regretful in her heart. Of course, she wanted her proposal to be valued and brought into reality.

Ji Ying also felt that it was a pity, but the thought of facing Zhao Weili made her back down.

Shu Lanqing also knew what was going on, but she could not say anything.

“Ji Ying, this matter is very important, and the school’s higher-ups are also paying great attention to it. If your proposal doesn’t pass, don’t blame me for not letting you graduate. Also, as long as I’m still in this position, don’t even think about graduating.”

“Professor, are you threatening me?”

“That’s right!” Professor Zhang went all out and said in a serious tone, “If you’re not convinced, you can sue me. No matter who you find to back you up, my stance will still be the same. If you go to Principal Zhao, he’d probably expel you. You’re completely disregarding the school’s glory by doing this. You only care about your own selfish motives!”

Ji Ying was completely speechless. How much hatred did he have for her? How could he treat her like this?

Seeing that Ji Ying still had no intention of compromising, Professor Zhang looked at Shu Lanqing, who was standing quietly at the side, and said, “It’s not just you. Shu Lanqing will also be dragged into this miss. She won’t be able to graduate either!”

“Professor, be reasonable!”

Ji Ying was really about to die from anger.

Professor Zhang snorted and ignored her. He turned to Shu Lanqing and said, “Shu Lanqing, if you can’t graduate, it’s all Ji Ying’s fault. Don’t say that I’m being heartless. If you have the time, you should try and change her mind. It’s not like you’re asking her to do anything shameful. It’s a good thing, but she’s still putting on airs. What a terrible attitude!”

“Sir, don’t be angry anymore. Ji Ying has her own reasons for rejecting the mayor. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have come up with the proposal in the first place.”

The more Shu Lanqing thought about it, the more guilty she felt.

“Whatever difficulty she is facing, that’s her own business. She can’t affect the school’s reputation. I only care about the results!” At this point, Professor Zhang waved his hand. “That’s enough. Go back and think about it. If you insist on being stubborn, don’t bother coming for classes anymore. It’s up to you if you want to repeat a year or drop out of school!”

Ji Ying and Shu Lanqing left the office with heavy hearts and heads full of worry. They stayed silent as they walked toward the university’s massive sports field.

Ji Ying was very unhappy and frowned.

“Qingqing, I’ve implicated you. I’m very sorry!”

Although Shu Lanqing and Ji Ying were good friends, this was a matter that involved their future. It was impossible to let it go with just an apology.

However, she did not know where to start when she was asked to say something.

“Xiao Ying, you…” Shu Lanqing wanted to speak but stopped.

“I understand, Qingqing. You must be very confused as well. Why did I reject such an opportunity? In the end, everything is messed up.”

Ji Ying gently exhaled. She did not want to explain at first, but this involved her good friend’s life and future. She had to make it clear and not cause any misunderstandings and create a rift between them.

“I have some irreconcilable differences with the new mayor. If I agree to revise the proposal, we will have to meet frequently for a period of time. This will make it very awkward for the both of us. Thus, my plan is to avoid him and stay as far away from him as possible. Now, that’s easier said than done!”

“Xiao Ying, I understand, but what about the professor? Are you really going to quit?”

Shu Lanqing did not ask what the backstory was, but she still wanted to know how Ji Ying was going to deal with this matter.

Ji Ying nodded to show that she understood what she meant. She squeezed out a smile and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll think of a way. I won’t let you miss your graduation. Wouldn’t I be a sinner if I did? ”

“Alright! I don’t know how I can help, so if there’s anything I can do, just tell me!”

Hearing Shu Lanqing’s words, Ji Ying felt even worse.

Her best friend was always thinking about her, but Ji Ying risking her graduation. The guilt she felt was overwhelming.

Sure enough, there were many things that she could not take for granted. She had yet to reach the level where she could control her own fate.

Half an hour later, the two of them returned to the dormitory building. As soon as they entered the gate, they were stopped by the Vice President of the Student Union. “Hey, the two of you came back just in time. The university’s new library is having an opening ceremony soon, and we’re short of two female attendants. Come with me and do this for two hours. The labor fee will still be the same, and you’ll be paid by the hour!”