Chapter Fourteen: Storming the Forum and Confronting Everyone

There were many comments like this.

Ning Huaizhi scrolled slightly and saw everyone condemning her, as if they themselves were the victims.

She scrolled back to the third comment and replied below it.

“I earned my place at Jing City University through my own abilities. Why should I withdraw? If you truly can’t stand me, then you can drop out. The Academic Affairs Office doors will always be open for you—you can go anytime. If you have mobility issues, I can provide you with a wheelchair to support every dream.”

“The Ning family promotes sisterly love—do you really believe that? Then you should be careful. People like you are targets for scammers. Don’t end up being tricked into buying health supplements when you’re old.”

“Your goddess wouldn’t do such things? Are the ones you idolize all saints? Is it enough to just talk big? If you had that ability, you wouldn’t be at Jing City University—you’d be in prison reforming criminals.”

Besides these three popular comments, Ning Huaizhi also replied to the post.

“Were you at the scene? Or did you watch the surveillance footage? How can you describe it in such detail? Don’t tell me you believed just a few words from some people. A long paragraph like that is hardly convincing. If you want to make your case, bring out some solid evidence—like surveillance footage. Personally, I suggest you stay away from Ning Lebao. She’s not as simple as she seems. You can’t outplay her, and if you get used by her without realizing it, that’s just foolish. If you want to know her true face, send me a private message with the number one, and I’ll share it with you.”

Her words were truly sharp. No sooner had she spoken than replies flooded in.

Of course, the responses were mostly angry curses, which Ning Huaizhi didn’t even bother to glance at.

She put down her phone, turned to Ning Lebao, and asked, “Alright, the post has been dealt with. Do you have anything else to say?”

Ning Lebao’s face was slightly pale.

She was standing right behind her; Ning Huaizhi had seen every word she typed clearly, and it was this that stirred unease in her heart.

“Sister, I know you don’t like me, but why do you have to offend others because of me?”

Ning Huaizhi chuckled softly. “You think I’m saying these things because of you?”

Isn’t that so?

Ning Lebao’s lips moved slightly, though no sound came out, but Ning Huaizhi understood her meaning perfectly.

“Who do you think you are? Do I need to offend others for you? I just can’t stand their words. Oh, by the way, this was posted by An Xingtai, right? If you managed to trick him, then you really are something.”

“But you better pray you can keep up the act in front of him forever. I remember, An Xingtai hates being deceived and people who bully others with power. If he finds out everything you show him is just a disguise, how do you think he’ll see you?”

Looking at Ning Lebao’s pale face, Ning Huaizhi smiled with satisfaction.

“Sister, what are you talking about? What disguise? I don’t understand what you mean. I have never deceived Young Master An. Why do you slander me like this?”

“It’s fine if you don’t admit it. I’m not one to complain. If you don’t wander around in front of me and don’t upset me, I won’t tell An Xingtai. But if you insist on doing things I dislike, I can’t guarantee what I might do.”

Ning Lebao forced a smile. “Sister, I have some things to take care of. I’ll be going now.”

She grabbed the bag hanging beside her and opened the dorm door as if fleeing, then left.

Ning Huaizhi watched her retreating figure and sneered.

Timid as a mouse, yet daring to parade in front of me—truly brainless.

Zhou Jiajia, standing nearby, watched clearly and couldn’t help but feel curious.

“Do you and Ning Lebao not get along?”

She did not know the truth behind this matter but people tend to trust those closest to them.

“Hmm, let me help you with this problem first.”

Ning Huaizhi quickly changed the subject, clearly unwilling to say more.

Zhou Jiajia suppressed her curiosity and continued listening to Ning Huaizhi’s explanation.

Outside the dorm, the sunset’s afterglow bathed Ning Lebao, but she felt no warmth—only bone-deep chill.

What did Ning Huaizhi mean? Would she really tell An Xingtai about this? If she did, wouldn’t it ruin her plans? What would she do then? Would An Xingtai still be willing to listen to her like today?

No, she couldn’t let her reveal this. She had to think of a way. Who else could help her?

Suddenly, a hand patted Ning Lebao’s shoulder, startling her so much she trembled all over.

“Ah!”

She immediately turned around and saw Ning Pengyi behind her.

Ning Lebao puffed out her cheeks, eyes blazing with anger.

“Second Brother, what are you doing? We’re not kids anymore, stop playing these tricks—you really scared me.”

Ning Pengyi laughed heartily. “I called you several times just now, but you ignored me. I had to resort to this tactic. What were you thinking about just now? You were so focused—I called you several times and you didn’t respond.”

“I was thinking about what happened on the forum today. My name has been cleared, but many people started attacking Sister. I wanted to defend her, but if I spoke up now, it might make things worse. So I went back to the dorm to remind Sister. I didn’t expect she’d directly attack others on the forum. I know she can’t stand me, but making a joke of herself isn’t right.”

Ning Lebao lowered her head, clenched her fists over her chest, and spoke gloomily.

“Sister is a good person. Seeing her slandered hurts me, but I don’t have a better solution.”

Ning Pengyi tenderly took her hand and gently pried open her clenched fingers.

Her pale palm already bore red crescent marks, which Ning Pengyi carefully massaged.

“You insisted on going back to the dorm before dinner because of this?” Ning Pengyi’s tone soured, speaking with a hint of reproach. “It’s her own choice, why do you care? Hasn’t she done enough to you before? You’re too kind-hearted, that’s why she keeps taking advantage of you. Listen to me—stop involving yourself in her affairs. Seeing you like this breaks my heart.”

“What are you saying? No matter what, she’s still my sister. I owe her. I believe that as long as I keep being good to her every day, she’ll accept me someday.”

Ning Lebao pulled her hand away unhappily and lightly tapped his arm, then clenched her fist firmly, looking full of vitality.

Ning Pengyi smiled, ruffled her hair, and resigned with a sigh, “Alright, I believe in you, Lebao. If you persist, there’s definitely hope.”

The last words were spoken softly, not just to Ning Lebao alone.

Ning Lebao linked arms with Ning Pengyi as usual, resting her head on his shoulder.

“Alright, brother, it’s time for us to eat.”

“Mm, okay.”