C7 His Father Is Here

"Yu Haifeng, tell the director the truth. Were you lying about what you said earlier?"

Yu Haifeng was completely taken aback!

"Director! I've been seriously injured. Isn't it obvious? Why would I lie about something like this?"

"But how could Xiao Han have the strength to inflict such damage on you? I understand you're struggling to come to terms with your condition, but that doesn't give you the right to falsely accuse someone."

Our academy may not be top-tier, but we certainly don't tolerate such behavior!

Yu Haifeng was on the verge of tears.

"Director! I'm telling the truth! Xiao Han is just pretending for your benefit! I have no grudge against him; why would I make up such a claim?"

Yu Haifeng's words only made things worse. The director's temper was now ignited.

"Pretending? You can pretend about other things, but how can you fake someone's strength? What is your level of ability, and what is his? Explain to me how he could so easily defeat you without sustaining a single injury!"

Clearly, the director was furious.

But his anger was aimed at Yu Haifeng.

Yu Haifeng had never felt so humiliated.

At that moment, Xie Yue stepped forward.

"Director, I can vouch for it! I was there and saw Xiao Han attack Yu Haifeng with my own eyes!"

Her boyfriend had been reduced to a shell of his former self, unable to cultivate ever again. Xie Yue was not about to let this injustice stand.

The director paused, about to question Xiao Han, but then noticed Xiao Han glance at Xie Yue with a hesitant look before sighing deeply.

"Say what you will. I understand your position; after all, you two are a couple, so naturally, you'd defend Yu Haifeng even if you hadn't been there. It's unfortunate that I don't have friends to stand by me, so I've been bullied and can't produce any witnesses now."

Xiao Han's tone was even, but his eyes betrayed a deep sense of hurt.

Is there anything the director still doesn't understand after hearing this?

It's clear that Yu Haifeng and Xie Yue have teamed up to bully others!

"Enough! Everyone has their own story, and I don't know who to trust anymore. This is your final warning! I want the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. What exactly happened? Don't leave out a single detail!"

Xiao Han gave Yu Haifeng and the others a glance but remained silent. It was evident he was giving them the opportunity to speak first.

His demeanor suggested that he was confident in his innocence, but to Yu Haifeng and his group, it was infuriating!

"You!"

"Excuse me, is anyone here? I'm looking for my son."

Yu Haifeng was about to speak when a robust voice suddenly came from behind.

The mere tone of the voice conveyed a sense of authority.

In a world where martial prowess is highly respected, Yu Haifeng hesitated to speak, wary of offending the newcomer.

The director, however, quickly grasped the significance of the situation.

"Sir, may I ask who your son is? Does he attend our academy?"

Turning around, the director recognized the visitor, who seemed somewhat familiar.

And there, beside him, was the dean, nodding and bowing.

Moreover, nearly all the school's faculty and staff had gathered.

"You are!"

Xiao Yunlong had already spotted Xiao Han and consequently the director beside him.

Upon being asked, Xiao Yunlong introduced himself without hesitation.

"I'm Xiao Yunlong, Xiao Han's father. I heard my son had some trouble at school, so I thought I'd stop by and check on him."

The director was taken aback.

Why had Xiao Han never mentioned that he was the son of Xiao Yunlong?

Had they known Xiao Yunlong was his father, would they have allowed this situation to escalate?

Yet, seeing Xiao Yunlong's earnest expression and Xiao Han looking at his father with furrowed brows, the director and the others couldn't help but sweat.

"Well... it's actually not a major issue. There was no need for you to make a special trip."

At that moment, Xiao Han also spoke up.

"Why are you here? Didn't you promise not to meddle in my life?"

He didn't harbor much affection for his father; truth be told, this was only their second encounter.

Xiao Yunlong shot him a glare, but then something crossed his mind, and his expression swiftly reverted to its previous state, as if he hadn't been the one glaring.

"Isn't it because you got into trouble at school that I'm here? Do you think I have nothing better to do?"

The dynamic between father and son was somewhat disheartening, and yet no one dared to interject.

Their restraint, however, didn't extend to Yu Haifeng, who had come to lodge a complaint.

"Are you Xiao Han's father? Perfect! Xiao Han has been using his power to bully others, and he beat me so badly I can't cultivate anymore. You need to give me an explanation for this!"

Yu Haifeng was unaware of Xiao Yunlong's identity, so he didn't know to be afraid.

The director and the others, upon hearing this, wished they could kick Yu Haifeng out themselves!

"Silence! I haven't even finished dealing with you! Your baseless accusations against a classmate have crossed the line and severely damaged Xiao Han's reputation!"

Yu Haifeng was at a loss, unable to process the director's words.

But the director wasn't finished chastising him.

"Now you're here making a scene; it seems our previous approach was too lenient. Yu Haifeng, come over here and apologize to Xiao Han right now!"

"Why should I? It's clearly his fault!"

Yu Haifeng felt insulted, but was there anyone in the room willing to defend him?

Clearly, there was not.

Even Xie Yue, standing to the side, was too shocked to respond.

"You're the one at fault, yet you try to shift the blame onto another student. This is unacceptable behavior! Apologize this instant! Unless you want me to call your family and consider expelling you, you'd better comply!"

Yu Haifeng had to admit, the threat was effective.

He was already debilitated, and being expelled from the academy would leave him with no dignity whatsoever.

"Sorry!"

The words were spoken through clenched teeth!

Yet Xiao Han's face was the picture of innocence. "What was that? I genuinely couldn't make it out. Your voice was too low. It's not just me; I bet even the director, standing so close, might not have caught it either, right?"

"Louder!"

What else could the director do but play along with Xiao Han's suggestion?

"Sorry! There, okay? Are you happy now? Xiao Han, you'll see what's coming to you!"

For Yu Haifeng, this was the first time being publicly insulted, and despite being in the presence of all the teachers and directors, he was so infuriated that he stormed off.

Xiao Han simply shrugged. "I never said I wouldn't forgive him. Some people are just so petty."