Chapter 61 Killing!

cess.In my impression, although the group of people from Xiao Jiu’s faction were originally rowdies, they eventually became legitimate businessmen. However, they still retained some of their thug-like...Chapter 61: A Killing!

The high school teaching building of No. 1 High School and the administrative Tianjiayu Building were separated by a lawn, dotted with some tropical trees. In Xiahai City, which enjoys warm winters and cool summers, this setting was quite poetic and pleasant.

Ding Juntu's office exuded an ancient charm; there were two small red flags on his desk, behind which hung a landscape painting in the style of aerial photography with a couplet written in running script: "Understanding things thoroughly leads to peace of mind." The room was filled with a faint scent of sandalwood; he didn't much like smoking while at work for fear of ruining this tranquil ambiance. Those familiar with him knew his disposition well, and thus were somewhat accommodating of his refined tastes.

As Ding Juntu reviewed documents, his brows unconsciously furrowed slightly. Recent public sentiment had been highly unfavorable toward No. 1 High School; Oversea High School was doing an excellent job at promoting itself through interviews on the city's television station and advertising in prominent spots. Although No. 1 High School still held its position as the top school in the city, Overseas High School’s gradual promotion of their students' achievements and exemplary school discipline would undoubtedly create a utopian image for parents in Xiahai City who hoped to see their children succeed.

In this situation, some unsavory practices at No. 1 High School were gradually spreading beyond its walls, leading to negative repercussions. Ding Juntu decided it was best to maintain stability; as the city's top school, having risen from its founding thirty years ago through a steadfast approach, he believed in tightening discipline and striving for steady progress, focusing on cultivating key talents. Thus, No. 1 High School would continue to dominate without any doubt.

A loud noise shattered this tranquil campus, reverberating from the distant teaching building all the way to Tianjiayu's administrative center.

Ding Juntu looked up and peered out the window; a crease formed between his brows as he wondered if this disruption was meant to unsettle him internally

The opposite teaching building immediately became bustling, with people thronging around in disorder.

Ding Juntu put down his documents, walked to the window, and through the misty scenery of the garden, stared intently at that direction.

More students poured out from the hallway entrance, and when seen from afar, they looked like ants constantly moving between the staircases connecting each floor. Very soon, people gathered below as well. Some administrative staff from the classrooms in the administration building rushed over, causing Jin Juntao's sword-like eyebrows to furrow. "What’s with all this panic Don’t have any manners!"

Upon hearing the sound of running footsteps from the hallway entrance, Jin Juntao felt annoyed. "Even teachers and staff are so jittery these days!"

After opening the door and stepping out, Teacher Tian Feng’s slightly bald head was the first to poke out from the hallway entrance. He stumbled, nearly crashing into the concrete barrier.

Jin Juntao was about to reprimand him when Tian Feng hadn’t even fixed his glasses yet, shouting out first: "President Jin! Someone got killed!"

His legs went limp and Jin Juntao almost fell to the ground.

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Tian Feng guided a sweating Jin Juntao down from the administration building and found him a spot on a flower bed to sit. He then waved at Tian Feng, saying urgently: "Quick! Quickly get each class teacher to stabilize their students. No one is allowed to leave the classroom even for half a step. The school infirmary staff should quickly move the body and see if there’s any chance of saving the person... Oh my God...

Tian Feng had sweated profusely while supporting Jin Juntao down, wondering why this principal was so weak. He didn’t know about the pressure on Jin Juntao's shoulders. But now he too was desperately running around like a salted leech to organize teachers and staff to comfort the students, yet the flood of indignant students couldn't be calmed.

Anyone who had been at the scene back then would have been stunned into silence by Chen Cong’s act of entering the classroom with a knife. The students had never witnessed such an event before; even Zhang Xi and Li Ai, who had some experience in dealing with conflicts, were chilled to the bone, their spines tingling. As for trying to stop Chen Cong—no one dared think about it when faced with his gleaming blade.

However, Su Cen's fierce strike with the bench wasn't just aimed at Chen Cong, who was madly wielding a knife; it also struck the hearts of those around him, whose faces were filled with fearful and numb expressions. This powerful blow dampened Chen Cong’s invincible killing aura, prompting everyone to finally think about resisting and stopping him.

Teacher Xiao Rihua from Class 5, Grade 1 rushed forward and slammed his desk onto the back of Chen Cong, who was still engaged in a tug-of-war-like struggle with Su Cen. As the table bounced off Chen Cong's back and landed on the ground, Teacher Xiao stared at his hand in disbelief.

He wasn't surprised that this was the first time he had physically intervened with a student after years of teaching. Instead, he couldn’t believe how he managed to wield such a heavy wooden desk, which usually required two students to lift, given that his body no longer possessed the vigor of his youth.

Once everyone recovered from their shock and fear, they became enraged, overwhelming Chen Cong with their anger. This led to a surge in everyone's spirits as they rushed to escort Mao Xiaoshi and the injured Su Cen down to meet the ambulance. Furthermore, the bell for the last period rang just then; there was no way to stop them now.

As such, news of the murder at City No.1 High School spread uncontrollably.

When Mayor Liu Lan received a call about this incident while accompanying an inspection team from the provincial level, his face turned serious. City No.1 High School was a valuable asset to Xiahai and one of China's key high schools; it also served as a window for Xiahai’s image to the outside world. A murder case occurring there would not only cause a stir in Xiahai but could quickly spread across half of southwestern China, creating a huge commotion.

The repercussions of this incident could range from minor (if he managed to cover it up) to severe (if media coverage and higher-level investigations were involved). In the latter case, not only would Jin Tao Ding face serious consequences, but even Deputy Secretary Wang Jirong in charge of education might be implicated.

Moreover, an inspection team was currently in Xiahai. If they found out about this incident, it could escalate to a major issue that couldn't be handled privately anymore. What was Jin Tao Ding doing

This thought distracted Liu Lan from properly attending to the inspection team. The government office was usually quiet, but suddenly there was commotion as the door burst open; it was Wang Jirong, who was in charge of hosting today.

Upon seeing Liu Lan, he immediately panicked and cried out, "Secretary Liu! Secretary Liu!"

Recently, Wang Jinrong had been suffering from severe anxiety due to the previous fraud gang incident. He was now highly on edge, hoping to make a mark at City No.1 High School. Now, with news of a violent murder there, he would normally be more composed, but hearing that the perpetrator was from Grade 2 and also happened to be an official's child made him even more anxious.

Wang Jinrong knew his nephew Wang Haoran well enough. Among the officials' children in Grade 2, apart from his own idiotic nephew, no one else would likely have the audacity to wield a knife like that. Thus, he lost his composure and sought out Liu Lan.

Wang Jinrong was momentarily stunned, forgetting about the inspection team's presence. Seeing their stern looks, he snapped back to reality, opening his mouth but unable to utter a sound due to dryness in his throat.

The members of the inspection team looked displeased and didn't ask for details, continuing to discuss various matters instead, yet each harbored doubts within themselves. Soon after, someone from the inspection team received a phone call.

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I rushed back from a dinner engagement a bit late; I apologize.

The editor informed me that the next chapter will be uploaded tomorrow and marks the end of Volume 2. The new volume will start from there.

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