r coffee slowly, waiting for Wang Zheng's arrival.Now, under Zhang Mingqi's leadership, the Lanhai Group has maintained a strong momentum of development. After changing its direction and engaging in d...Chapter 196: Hope

"Mayor Xu, how did you get here" Upon seeing the visitor, Zhao Yaocai hurriedly greeted him: "If I had known that you were coming..."

Xu Lijun was the vice mayor in charge of education in Yicheng City and also Zhao Yaocai's immediate superior, making him the person with the most authority to speak about Yicheng’s education.

However, unexpectedly, Xu Lijun paid no attention to Zhao Yaocai but directly walked up to Wang Zheng and said in disbelief: "You... Why are you here"

Wang Zheng narrowed his eyes slightly: "I came to see my school. Is there anything wrong with that"

"What do you mean your school This is a national school!" Zhao Yaocai's anger was still not abated and he asked, "How dare you speak to Mayor Xu like this"

Xu Lijun gave Deputy Town Magistrate Zhao a cold glance: "No need for you to meddle."

"I’ve noticed that corporal punishment is very serious here. It can distort the psychology of young people. I believe Mayor Xu should look into this matter, especially these two teachers on the ground."

Upon hearing this, cold sweat instantly dripped down Xu Lijun's forehead: "Young Master Wang, please rest assured. I will immediately investigate and clarify this matter."

Turning around, Xu Lijun asked Zhao Yaocai, "Town Magistrate Zhao, what is going on here Give me an explanation!"

Zhao Yaocai did not expect the situation to turn so quickly. He had initially thought that someone would support him when he saw Xu Lijun arrive, but it turned out that Xu Lijun was indeed there to offer support—just not for him.

"W-well..." Zhao Yaocai tried to explain, only to have Cai Huawei speak up first: "Mayor Xu, he's making false accusations! He openly committed violence in our school and is now defending himself with righteous indignation!"

Cai Huawei was not a politician and thus did not know the taboos of the political arena. Moreover, he could not comprehend what it meant for Yicheng’s small town that the vice mayor of a prefectural-level city had come to visit.

Wang Zheng gave an unconcerned chuckle. He found such a lowly character unworthy even of a slap in the face.

Song Ziyue stood gracefully next to Wang Zheng, smiling as she watched everything unfold and wondering how this man would handle the situation.

"What evidence do you have" Xu Lijun frowned and asked.

The bias in this statement is quite obvious, but Cai Huawei could not pick up on it at all.

Cai Huawei was eager to complain and didn't notice Xu Lijun's frown. He pointed at Li Yannv and said, "Mayor Xu, look! The town mayor’s wife has been beaten like that. This is evidence!"

Spurt!

Wang Zheng and Song Ziyè couldn't help but laugh in such a serious and bloody situation, amused by the principal of a primary school.

Cai Huawei realized his indiscreet speech and quickly said, "I didn’t mean that. It was just a slip of the tongue…"

He wanted to explain further but heard Zhao Youtai angrily shout, “Get out of here!”

"Mayor Xu, regarding this incident of corporal punishment on students, if you don't give me a satisfactory explanation, I can choose my own teachers."

“Young Master Wang, please rest assured. Within three days, I will definitely give you a satisfactory response,” Xu Lijun was sweating profusely because he knew this man was someone he couldn’t provoke.

If not for seeing it with his own eyes back then, Xu Lijun wouldn't have believed anyone could single-handedly fight against the entire underground world of Yicheng. After that incident, Xu Lijun had placed this man at a god-like status in his heart.

Of course, Wang Zheng was also aware of Xu Lijun. When he later approached this vice mayor to express his desire to build a Hope Primary School in Yicheng, the vice mayor who knew about Wang Zheng's strength immediately agreed without hesitation.

Wang Zheng looked at Xu Lijun, Zhao Youtai and Cai Huawei who were visibly angry, and the crowd of primary school teachers. He solemnly said, “I donated to build this school with the hope of giving these children hope, enabling them to see the colors of life, and hoping that they can touch upon what their future looks like. However, you are doing exactly the opposite.”

Wang Zheng's speech was neither fast nor loud, but it made everyone shiver with an inexplicable chill.

"Today, this woman whipped a primary school student more than ten times just because he fell asleep in class and made him take off his cotton coat to stand outside. The weather outside is probably clearer to you all than me. What if the child gets sick from it"

“That’s right; you may argue that this little boy was at fault first, but do you know why he fell asleep It's because he got up early to deliver milk for his injured mother. This woman is not fit to be a teacher and seems to take pleasure in abusing her students!”

“Furthermore, this male teacher made two chatting students slap each other on the face. I really can't understand what goes through your mind— are you perverted or something To come up with such an unscrupulous punishment method. Alright, if you want to know how it feels to get slapped in the face, then let these two do just that.”

“Of course, I can confidently say that corporal punishment of students isn't limited to them; possibly all of you here have participated. This is my school. Please show a bit more compassion toward them, alright”

"I don't like it when people go against my wishes. If I find out there's a next time, you'll face even harsher punishment. Don't worry; I will make sure you are satisfied. Of course, if you're not happy with me, you can choose to leave here. But remember, once you're gone, don't think about harming other children. I will ensure that you never step into the teaching profession again."

The teachers present exchanged glances; some were too scared to even look up and say anything. This man was simply too domineering!

Zhao Youcai不服地說了道: "You beat my family member to this state, you should give me an explanation."

Wang Zheng smiled slightly: "Alright, I will."

Before he finished speaking, Wang Zheng's body was already in front of Zhao Youcai. A slap sent a purple-red handprint on Zhao Youcai's face, causing him to stagger and nearly fall.

To openly assault the deputy town mayor! This guy is too arrogant!

That was what everyone present was thinking at that moment.

"This is my explanation for you," Wang Zheng said with a smile, looking at Zhao Youcai's hateful expression. "If you're still not satisfied, feel free to report me. But I warn you, within three days, you will be removed from your current position. And if I want to, I can kick you out of the civil service anytime. Do you believe me"

Zhao Youcai was afraid this man would actually do it and did not dare to refute him, instead covering his face without a sound. He didn't know the background of this man but decided that it was better to take precautions than be sorry.

Turning around, Wang Zheng spoke to Xu Lijun: "Mayor Xu, I hope you will give me a satisfactory answer soon. A month later, I'll send people to inspect Pifang Hope Primary School; if it doesn't meet my expectations, I will have your mayor's office destroyed."

Destroying your mayor's office!

If an ordinary person had said such words, they would be seen as someone who didn't know their place and the police would surely detain him for a few days. But Xu Lijun showed no signs of anger or denial upon hearing this; instead, he said solemnly: "Please rest assured, Young Master Wang, I will definitely handle this matter properly."

"Then it's up to you, Mayor Xu."

After saying that, Wang Zheng pulled Song Ziyue out and didn't even look back.

Meanwhile, at this moment, Song Ziyue was completely captivated by the man beside her.

Dominance is the most lethal weapon against women.

"I never would have thought you're so full of compassion," said Song Ziyue. "Especially what you told Wu Xiaqiang, it's truly inspiring."

"Of course, that goes without saying," Wang Zheng patted his chest and said, "Others always think I am evil and arrogant. In fact, I have always believed myself to be a good young man who is upright and positive. Compared to stepping on others, I prefer helping them."

“That’s because they haven’t seen your other side,” Song Ziyè’s voice was soft: “I am very fortunate that I got to see it.”

"Those few words will certainly change their lives," Song Ziyè's gaze was distant: "If we hadn't come here, I really couldn't imagine there are teachers like this. Educating and nurturing students is the most basic principle, yet they actually take pleasure in torturing them."

“Actually, such phenomena are quite common; a few days ago, Wenzhou City’s Wenling District in Jiangsu Province exposed a scandal where a kindergarten teacher lifted children by their ears to take photos. But generally speaking, most teachers are still good people and they deserve the utmost respect.”

“What you said makes me want to be a teacher,” Song Ziyè said with an expectant look: “Coming to Yicheng, I feel like I’ve gained a lot. Wang Zheng, for some reason, I always sense that you will become someone who everyone admires.”

"Please don’t," Wang Zheng turned around and looked up at the small figure on the teaching building’s balcony, raising his right hand high and waving it.

Wu Xiaoqiang was lying prone in the corridor, looking at Wang Zheng as he waved a small fist too, with a hint of a smile on his lips.

"Where are you taking me next"

"Let's take you to Fangte for some fun. I'm sure you haven't experienced those kinds of joys," Wang Zheng said.

Song Ziyè nodded; indeed, as the eldest daughter of the Song family, she always had to be mindful of her image and couldn’t let herself show excitement in public. She felt more relaxed than ever by Wang Zheng’s side.

However, this sense of ease was about to end.

"What's next Are we heading back to the capital" A hint of unmasked melancholy flashed across Song Ziyè's eyes.

To return to the capital meant that she and Wang Zheng would revert to their adversarial state. Song Ziyè wouldn’t abandon her family for love, moreover, she understood that Wang Zheng was someone beyond her control.

Being able to find a man who made her heart tremble, experiencing genuine love for several days, enjoying the couple’s world she had longed for over three decades—Song Ziyè felt content with this.

"We will eventually return to that place," Wang Zheng gently embraced Song Ziyè.

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