Some classmates initially felt it was better to let things go since Qiao Shanmei had clarified the situation in front of so many people and even apologized publicly. Han Xinyan didnât need to hold on to it.
But now, hearing Xinyanâs words, they also felt she was right. If this had happened to them, they probably wouldnât want to forgive either, so itâs best not to do to others what you wouldnât want for yourself.
Once the few students who originally spread the rumors came up one by one to apologize, the department leaders then read out the handling results.
Qiao Shanmei, due to personal wrongdoing, moral misconduct, and spreading false rumors that caused distress and harm to the party involved, was expelled due to the severe negative impact.
The students who initially participated in spreading the rumors received a demerit, and other active rumor spreaders were given warnings.
When Qiao Shanmei heard the result, she collapsed on the spot. She truly did not expect the departmentâs decision to be so severe.
She just spread a few idle words, how could she be expelled for that?
Isnât Han Xinyan doing fine? Just receiving some pointing and gossip, why canât the school give her a chance? She was dissatisfied and voiced her thoughts: "I am not satisfied with this result. Isnât it just a few words? Han Xinyan is living just fine. How much harm did she suffer for the school to treat me so harshly?"
In front of the entire faculty and students of the department, Qiao Shanmei recklessly shouted out these words.
What she was thinking was that if she didnât speak up now, she might never have another chance. In front of so many teachers and students, the department leaders had to consider, maybe they could change the result.
Little did she know, this behavior made the department leaders even more displeased. With such conduct, she couldnât possibly be allowed to remain in the department because who knows what trouble she might cause in the future?
Moreover, how could the departmentâs decision be reversed so whimsically? Otherwise, everyone would follow suit, and that would be a joke.
At this point, even those classmates who sympathized with Qiao Shanmei changed their stance, realizing her character was truly flawed.
After explaining the matter, everyone was dismissed since the morning classes couldnât be disrupted.
As Qiao Shanmei left the school, she was filled with hatred for Xinyan and also resented her roommates and department leaders, uttering many unpleasant words.
Qiao Shanmeiâs punishment seemed heavy, but if they didnât want to affect the schoolâs reputation further or make Xinyanâs school life difficult, considering Han Jingchenâs style of handling things, someone like Qiao Shanmei would probably have ended up in jail.
If that had happened, not only would Qiao Shanmeiâs life be thoroughly ruined, but the school might also gain infamous notoriety.
Because of this incident, Xinyan was thrust into the spotlight, making her quite uncomfortable.
Coincidentally, the cityâs investment promotion bureau needed an outstanding oral interpreter to accompany a delegation from the UK. Professor Tao might have considered the recent situation at the school.
So he contacted Xinyan again: "Xinyan, hereâs the thing; this delegation is going to stay in the country for about half a month, so would you consider it?"
Xinyan thought about it, and it seemed like a good opportunity. Half a month should be enough time to fade from everyoneâs view: "Professor Tao, thank you. When should I go?"
Professor Tao saw that Xinyan agreed and smiled, pushing the prepared information in front of her: "Here is the specific reporting time, contact person, and a brief introduction of the delegation members.
You should familiarize yourself with these in advance to perform the job better."
Xinyan took it, thanked Professor Tao again, and then left the office.
Jiang Peiqin saw her come out: "How did it go? What did Professor Tao want?"
Xinyan handed over the materials in her hand: "Does this count as avoiding the spotlight?"
Jiang Peiqin glanced at the materials: "Hey, earlier I asked if youâd go, and you said you didnât have the time. Now itâs a full half month! It seems this is meant to be."
The two laughed and walked to the dormitory together. Seeing Xinyan wasnât affected by previous events put Peiqin at ease, handing the documents back to her: "Your oral skills are excellent. Do your best. This translation experience will definitely be a bonus when it comes time for post-graduation placement."