School Conference Room.
In addition to the principal and the school directors, Lucy’s teacher and the couple were also present.
The teacher had a firm stance because she knew how hardworking of a student Lucy was. In her opinion, it was impossible for Lucy to do such a thing.
“Principal, this matter should be investigated further. We shouldn’t defame a good student,” the teacher said.
Upon hearing the teacher’s words, Ellie angrily stood up. “Are you suggesting that my husband defamed her? We are successful business people, and we value our reputation. You have no evidence and yet you spew baseless accusations. Who do you think you are?”
Reece Knight, as the person involved in this matter, knew the specific details very well. However, he didn’t dare to admit his own despicable behavior. He said, “Ms. Petersen, don’t let her innocent appearance deceive you. When Lucy came to my house for tutoring the day before yesterday, she did indeed seduce me. She said she would sleep with me as long as I gave her money!”
Kali Petersen sighed.
She was trying her best to help Lucy in this matter, to prevent ruining a student’s life. However, Reece’s unwavering attitude left no room for this matter to be resolved.
As someone of Lucy’s position, she belonged to the vulnerable group in front of Reece. The school, of course, would not care about her feelings.
“There’s no need for further discussion on this matter. If you don’t expel Lucy, I will make this matter public. The school’s reputation will be damaged, and it won’t be my fault,” Ellie said coldly.
The principal and the two school directors in the room glanced at each other. Although not all the directors were present, the three of them had the authority to make decisions on such small matters.
Simply expelling an unknown student would help reduce the incident, which was the best outcome for the school.
“Alright, that’s the decision then. I will issue a notification immediately,” the principal said.
Ellie smirked and glanced at Kali, saying, “This teacher has been protecting Lucy all along. I think she’s not a good person either. She should be investigated as well. Birds of a feather flock together, who knows if she’s clean.”
Upon hearing these words, Kali’s face turned pale. “Stop talking nonsense here!”
“Nonsense?” Ellie looked self-righteous. “Why do you want to defend that cheap girl Lucy? If you’re not of the same kind, what are you?”
Kali clenched her fist in anger. She wished she could punch this shameless woman right now.
“You, as a teacher, should just take your salary and mind your own business. Why do you meddle in so many affairs? Do you have the capability? I happen to know the school directors, and if I’m unhappy, it’s just a small matter to have you expelled.”
Seeing Kali’s face turn red with anger, Ellie became even more pleased with herself.
“Bang!”
The door of the conference room was kicked open, and Leo and Lucy walked in.
“You little slut, who allowed you to come to the conference room? Do you even know where this place is?” Ellie scolded loudly upon seeing Lucy.
Lucy was taken aback, as she didn’t expect Leo to be so assertive, directly kicking open the door to the conference room.
“Are you discussing expelling Lucy?” Leo asked calmly, ignoring Ellie.
“You little brat, who do you think you are? Is this a place where you can barge in?” Ellie cursed.
“Who is the principal?” Leo ignored Ellie and glanced at the people in the conference room.
“I am. Who are you, and why did you barge into the conference room?” the principal stood up, staring coldly at Leo.
“Have you thoroughly investigated the matter before deciding to expel Lucy?” Leo questioned.
“It’s an internal matter, and it has nothing to do with you, an outsider,” the principal said disdainfully.
Some inexperienced young man dared to question him, which was truly laughable.
“Lucy is my sister, so it does concern me if you want to expel her. No one has the right to defame her,” Leo retaliated.
Reece stood up and looked at Leo with contempt, sneering, “Who do you think you are? What can you do to stop this?”
Leo looked at Reece and asked, “Did you lay your hands on my sister?”
“Wrong!” Reece shook his head. “It was your sister who seduced me, causing me to almost make a mistake.”
Leo smirked coldly, “Your word against hers, and the school blindly believes you. It seems like your connections are quite strong.”
“Now that you know, why don’t you get lost?”
“Have you made a decision, or will you reconsider and investigate this matter?” Leo asked again.
Reece showed impatience, “Are you an idiot? Is there a need to investigate this matter? My word is the best evidence.”
Leo stared at the principal and the two school directors.
Although the principal didn’t know who Leo was, Reece had connections with the school directors. Additionally, the school’s reputation couldn’t be tarnished, so the decision to expel Lucy would not change, regardless of whether the accusations against her were true or not.
“The decision has been made. Since she is your sister, take her and leave today,” the principal said.
“Are you two in agreement as well?” Leo looked at the two school directors.
“Kid, I advise you to know your place and get lost.”
“If you don’t know our identities, go outside and ask around. No matter who you are, it won’t change the outcome of this matter.”
The two school directors showed a complete lack of regard for Leo.
Lucy became scared. She was worried that things would escalate and harm Leo.
She knew that the school directors were influential figures in the capital, and offending them would not end well.
“Leo, let’s go,” Lucy whispered.
“It’s better for your sister to know her place and leave. Otherwise, I’ll remember your face, and you won’t be able to escape,” Reece sneered.
Leo shouted dominantly, “None of you trash will leave today.”
After speaking, Leo took out his phone.
Reece and the others couldn’t help but reveal smirks on their faces.
“This is the capital. Are you an idiot? Do you think you can establish connections here?”
“Youth, you’re truly naive. You, an outsider, can’t possibly threaten us.”
The two school directors and the principal remained calm in their positions, while Reece was also unconcerned. What kind of storm could an outsider stir up?
After making a phone call, there was soon a commotion at the school entrance.
“Why are all the school directors here today? Did something major happen?”
“It can’t be because of Lucy, right?”
“How is that possible? How could Lucy’s matter alarm all the school directors?”
“Oh my, Ramiro Hyde and Ollie Ward, the big shots from the capital’s business world, are here too. Something big is happening today!”
Ramiro and Ollie were influential figures in the business world of the capital and also school directors.