Chapter 563: Chapter 563: Apologizing in Public
Facing the clear video, the truth was plain to see! The members of the tree group had simply done what they thought was normal, but they forgot, this is Huaxia, this is Yan University! Their arrogant faces, spoiled by brainless fans, finally brought them an unimaginable disaster and dire consequences!
The live broadcast continued, and all of Huaxia could see the true colors of tree. All that they had worked so hard to cultivate was finished! From now on, whenever the tree group is mentioned, people will think of the Black Sea incident at the centennial celebration of Yan University!
The members of tree were somewhat lost, still not realizing the severity of the situation! But their manager turned pale, everything was over, all was lost!
The agency that had put so much effort into building tree saw them ruined over such a "trivial matter"! Coupled with the incredibly fast circulation of information in this era, treeâs public image had suffered a devastating blow!
Principal Pei was silent, watching the crowd quietly, his calm face showing no expression. But the more he did so, the more uneasy the students present felt!
Although they believed they were on the side of justice, this event was, after all, the centennial celebration of Yan University, being broadcast live to a billion people across the nation! Whether this incident would turn out to be a blessing or a curse for Yan University, no one could be sure right now.
In front of the calm principal, Chen Yuâs face, originally composed, also began to show unease. Although he was seasoned, his depth of character was apparently not enough.
"To be honest, I am both shocked and angry, and also deeply regretful about what just happened," Principal Pei said indifferently, "I had heard about the Black Sea incident before, but I never imagined it would involve the students of our Yan University!"
Hearing Principal Peiâs words, there was some commotion among the students. The treeâs managerâs eyes lit up; it seemed there might be a turn in events, as the principal of Yan University did not seem to entirely approve of the studentsâ actions.
Principal Pei continued, "But after watching the video just now, in addition to my shock, I couldnât help feeling angry and sad! Because in our Huaxia, at our Yan University! My students were wronged, and it was an entertainer from the entertainment circle who stepped forward, while the teachers who our students trust to look out for them, made an outrageous decision!"
As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar. The manager, who had looked somewhat hopeful, once again displayed despair. The director, on the other hand, turned pale and slumped in his seat, realizing that his future did not include Yan University.
"A teacher should lead by example, and students should follow their lead. I am both saddened and angered that there is such a teacher among the faculty of Yan University, for he has forgotten the responsibility of being a teacher, which is not only to impart knowledge and resolve doubts but, more importantly, to pass on the spirit and heritage of Yan University to every one of our students!"
"Here, as the principal of Yan University, I bear significant responsibility for the Yan University teaching team, and I apologize to the young lady who has been wronged!" With that, Principal Pei actually bowed to the students below.
All the students stood up, turned on the support lights in their hands, and in an instant, the black sea turned into a colorful world! Thunderous applause echoed throughout the stadium!
"Students!" Principal Pei continued, "I am proud of you, for you are truly worthy of Yan Universityâs spirit. I believe that Yan University will shine even brighter in the future because of you!"
Having said that, Principal Pei turned to the manager of tree and said, "You asked me for a statement earlier; now Iâll give you one! Apologize to my students right now, you must pay the price for your arrogance!"
Park Yingjunâs lips trembled, unable to tolerate tree apologizing like a defeated dog under these circumstances.
"We will not..."
Before he could finish, his manager stepped forward and slapped Park Yingjun across the face.
A clear red palm print appeared on Park Yingjunâs right cheek, stunning him on the spot.
"Donât disobey Principal Peiâs instructions, apologize for your behavior right now!" the agent demanded sternly, "Donât forget who you are!"
Park Yingjunâs originally angry countenance flashed with panic, he was well aware that the groupâs agent was actually sent by the companyâs upper echelons to assist and monitor them! The fact that he slapped himself in public was enough to indicate the severity of the situation.
"Iâm sorry!" Park Yingjun bit his teeth and then gave a deep bow towards the audience below.
The other members of the group also hurriedly bent their "noble" bodies, each with anxiety and humiliation on their faces.
However, what they would never understand was that the humiliation they were now experiencing was entirely due to the arrogance they had displayed usually!
After the apology, the group tree left the stage like a dog that lost its home, tail between their legs!
When they left the stage, their glances towards Chen Yu were filled with anger and hatred! However, Chen Yu was mocking them, his eyes cold as ice, emanating a chilling deadly seriousness!
Zhao Chen stepped onto the stage at this moment, somewhat flustered, as she had not yet fully recovered from the shock she got earlier.
"The next performance is from Huaxiaâs most popular singer, Miss Chen Ningxue, with her new song âIf You Were Also Hereâ..."
As soon as Chen Ningxue appeared, there was an instantaneous tsunami of cheers and screams from the audience.
"This Chen Ningxueâs popularity is really too strong!" a singer said enviously.
"Plus, after that video of her standing up for the Yan University girls, the students naturally reciprocated with kindness," another guest commented with a sigh, "Among the new generation of singers, no one can compare with her!"
Backstage, Park Yingjun clenched his fists tightly; this was the first time since their debut that they had suffered such a great humiliation!
"We canât just let it go like this!" Park Yingjun said hatefully.
The agent looked at them indifferently and said, "Canât let it go? What do you want to do?"
"We can mobilize fans, claiming those videos were forged!" Park Yingjun suggested eagerly, "We are being framed, and if we handle this well, those fans will be our most powerful weapon. I just canât accept it like this..."
With a smack, the agent slapped Park Yingjun again and said coldly, "Park Yingjun, do you think because youâre a popular idol that you can afford to be so swollen with pride? The other party is the President of Yan University, a vice-ministerial level official in Huaxia. You actually want to say he framed you? And you want to fight back? Use your pig brain and think about the disaster youâd bring upon the company, will you?"
Park Yingjun was stunned. Wasnât SDB Company always very assertive? Why this time...
"Park Yingjun, you are nothing but a wild chicken that the company has lifted onto a branch, donât really think you are a phoenix!" the agent said coldly, "The company can make you famous, and naturally, it can also make you fade into obscurity!" the agent said coldly, "So, put away your unrealistic thoughts of revenge. Only by cooperating with the companyâs public relations will you possibly have a chance to turn things around, understand?"
"I... I understand," Park Yingjun said with his head down.