Chapter 1583: Really Want to Have a Good Cry

The director's smile was somewhat strained.

Xu Xiaoxiao could sense that the director had something to say.

But in the end, the director didn't say anything.

Xu Xiaoxiao sat down, completely bewildered.

But it wasn't long before...

Xu Xiaoxiao knew the reason!

Someone was exposing dirt on Xu Xiaoxiao on the school forum.

They claimed her character was flawed, her orientation was a mystery, and she had committed academic fraud.

Moreover, this exposé post wasn't just a random rumor; it had pictures and proof.

Among them were photos of Xu Xiaoxiao from her high school days.

Back then, Xu Xiaoxiao had short hair and dressed in a gender-neutral style; from the back, she looked just like a young boy.

This child, full of boyish charm, had even taken photos with girls.

Some had their cheeks pressed against hers, others were kissing her forehead, and their expressions were all very goofy.

In reality, these were just selfies taken while playing around with good friends.

But paired with the text description, it became very ambiguous and easily led people to wild speculation.

As for the academic issues...

The exposé post included a link to an address.

Clicking it redirected to a professional academic website.

The site had published a critical article specifically attacking Xu Xiaoxiao's past remarks and research results.

People in the academic circle all knew there was a group of people who specialized in targeting others' words and achievements to maliciously misinterpret them.

They could argue their way through even the most unreasonable points.

Logically, such people with no bottom line should be denounced by everyone.

Yet, they had capital backing them, to the point where they were thriving even now.

People in the circle detested them and called them Academic Hooligans.

Everyone they targeted ended up losing a layer of skin.

Now, Xu Xiaoxiao had been targeted.

She felt a massive headache.

Furthermore, the articles criticizing Xu Xiaoxiao were increasing; they were popping up everywhere, and she didn't know where to find the source.

Under these circumstances, her newly released book had also been pulled from promotion.

Walking around school, she could still feel the stares of others.

After the incident had fermented for a few days, the director sought out Xu Xiaoxiao.

The director sighed: "The school has been trying its best to stop the situation from developing, but the effect is truly limited."

Xu Xiaoxiao felt a bit low, but she still forced herself to keep her spirits up as she said: "I understand. Does that mean I should suspend my work here?"

"That's not necessary. You will continue to teach as normal, but that project of yours..."

Xu Xiaoxiao nodded and said: "I know, it will be suspended."

The director patted Xu Xiaoxiao on the shoulder and comforted her: "We believe in your character, but the momentum of the attacks against you recently is too fierce. Have you... offended someone?"

Who could Xu Xiaoxiao have a conflict with? After thinking it over, there was only the Xu Family.

But Xu Xiaoxiao knew what they were capable of; they couldn't stir up such a big commotion.

At this moment, Xu Xiaoxiao had no leads, sighed, and said nothing.

Seeing this, the director said: "Don't be anxious. In a year or two, these groundless rumors will naturally disappear. But during this time, you must adjust your mood and don't let it affect you."

"Okay."

The director offered a few more words of comfort and then left.

Xu Xiaoxiao just sat blankly in her seat, then gave a bitter smile.

Sigh, when encountering such unlucky things, how could she not be affected?

She wanted to have a good cry.

But...

Looking at the doll-shaped air purifier on her desk, Xu Xiaoxiao reached out and touched it.

As soon as she touched it, the doll began to sway left and right, looking endearingly silly.

Xu Xiaoxiao smiled, then took a deep breath, forcing herself to pull herself together.

She told herself that the more people wanted to see her make a fool of herself, the stronger she had to be.

It's just some drama, who cares!

Xu Xiaoxiao cheered herself on.

Seeing that it was time for class, she picked up the necessary items and went to the teaching building.

But as soon as she entered the classroom, Xu Xiaoxiao noticed something was wrong.

Her classes were usually very popular and always packed.

But today, only half the students had come.

Xu Xiaoxiao couldn't help but frown and ask: "Where are the others?"

"They don't want to be misled by certain teachers, so they just didn't come."

The male student who spoke was being sarcastic, and at the same time, he was recording Xu Xiaoxiao with his phone.

Xu Xiaoxiao looked over with cold eyes and said with a firm tone: "You are not a student in this class."

The male student did not deny it, only asking with a smile: "What, can't I come to audit if I'm not?"

"Those who want to pursue knowledge are naturally welcome, but those who want to grandstand are not!"

The male student sneered and said: "Your own character is nothing to brag about, so stop putting on an act!"

"If you have doubts about my character, then please leave."

"I won't, I insist on staying here, and letting everyone see what kind of person this teacher really is!"

Facing the male student's increasingly excessive remarks, Xu Xiaoxiao could no longer tolerate it.

She walked down from the podium and stepped toward the male student one step at a time.

"You..."

The male student was about to speak, but discovered that Xu Xiaoxiao had reached out and snatched his phone, aiming the camera directly at him!

Afterward, Xu Xiaoxiao said coldly: "What kind of person I am is not for you to judge; as for you, what kind of skill is it to hide behind a phone? Come on, show your face too!"

"You... bastard!"

The male student was furious and reached out to grab the phone back.

And in the struggle, he accidentally pushed Xu Xiaoxiao!

Xu Xiaoxiao fell to the ground following the force, her palms scraping against the floor, burning with pain!

Seeing this, other students immediately intervened: "Teacher Xu just had surgery, you'll hurt her!"

The male student took back his phone and became arrogant again, asking provocatively: "What, are you feeling sorry for her?"

"I'm just reminding you that if you hurt others, you will also be punished yourself!"

"Punished for a little push? Who are you trying to fool!"

Over on Xu Xiaoxiao's side, students were already helping her up.

Blowing the dust off her palms, Xu Xiaoxiao looked at the other party with cold eyes and said: "You have already caused me personal injury, and recording video with your phone without permission is an infringement of my portrait rights; I can sue you!"

"Ha, did you see that? She's starting to threaten people now!"

"This is not a threat; every word I said is based on evidence, and even if you make it public, I am still standing on solid ground!"

At this moment, Xu Xiaoxiao was particularly imposing.

Her unyielding gaze made those with malicious intent feel guilty against their will.

The male student recording the video felt guilty.

And in contrast to Xu Xiaoxiao, he appeared particularly sleazy.

It made people feel disgusted just looking at him!

Xu Xiaoxiao pointed toward the door and said: "I must ensure my students can attend class normally, so please, get out!"

The male student wanted to retort.

But the other students in the classroom spoke up first:

"Get out, don't hold us up!"

"You aren't our spokesperson either, don't use our name to cause trouble here!"

"Hey, I even doubt whether he is actually a student at our school!"

"Then take out your student ID and let everyone see!"