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Chapter 722: 372 Face off (first watch of the night)
Chapter 722: 372 Face off (first watch of the night)
Tao Xingxing had gone abroad, and Ming Jing was left on her own.
Without her constant chatter, it took some getting used to.
The cafeteria had been lively as usual, but the moment she came in, it was as if someone turned on a mute button – the place became silent instantly.
The cafeteria, capable of holding a thousand people, was now utterly quiet.
Everyone looked at her and then subconsciously glanced at Zhao Qin.
How should their relationship be sorted out?
Zhao Qin’s mother was Ming Jing’s cousin, so shouldn’t Zhao Qin call her aunt?
It was an incredible thought.
The Rans’ relationships were truly a mess.
Ming Jing ordered a meal and found an empty seat to sit down and eat quietly.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om
After a while, people found it boring to watch her. She seemed so calm, making the onlookers feel like monkeys in a zoo.
“Why don’t you go say hello to your little aunt?” Li Jiaojiao joked, realizing it wasn’t appropriate right after saying it, she coughed to cover it up.
“I didn’t say anything just now.”
Zhao Qin’s eyes were gloomy as she asked, “Where is Zhu Xiangxiang?”
“Well… it seems like she disappeared after the banquet at the Zhus’ house. I guess she’s too embarrassed to show her face. It’s already good that the Zhus didn’t sue her.” Li Jiaojiao said with disdain.
She and Zhu Xiangxiang were old enemies. Comparatively, Zhu Xiangxiang’s misfortune brought her more joy.
“I heard her biological mother’s family has a bunch of problems – a younger brother with leukemia and a troublesome stepfather. She has nothing left once she’s away from the Zhus.” She even had a lot of debts.
Zhao Qin asked, “What about Ming Xin?”
“Speaking of her, she’s an interesting character. She’s now Lady Yu, the actress. You know Yu Dawei, right? Ming Xin has no idea about her place in the world, daring to join the entertainment industry with such a plain face. Ming Jing must’ve spent a fortune to appease this senior sister of hers.”
Ever since Ming Xin was revealed to be Lady Yu, various conspiracy theories emerged.
The main reason was that she didn’t look like an entertainer.
There was also the truth behind the ‘real rich girl’ issue. No matter how good the sisterhood seemed, it couldn’t withstand the pressure of public opinion.
Zhao Qin hooked her lips, “Interesting.”
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There was a big class in the morning, and Lin Ya hurried back to the dormitory to change her clothes, with breakfast for her roommates in hand.
Since everyone was always rushing into the classroom at the last minute and never had breakfast, Lin Ya would occasionally buy breakfast for her roommates when she had time.
As she approached the door, she suddenly heard her name from inside, and her hand on the door handle paused.
“No wonder Ming Jing helped her last time, turns out she’s Ming Jing’s cousin. Pretending to be so poor all the time, anyone who believes that is a fool.”
“She’s earned so much sympathy through this act, hogging all the scholarships and grants. Isn’t the Zhu family’s money enough for her to spend?”
“Hey, you guys are going too far. Xiao Ya has helped you a lot, and you’re badmouthing her behind her back. Have you no shame?”
“The flunkies of the department’s belle are really dedicated. Do you really think you can cling to the Zhu family’s legs? Why don’t you take a look in the mirror at yourself…”
“You guys…” Li Jiawen rolled up her sleeves, ready to fight.
At that moment, the dormitory door was suddenly pushed open. Everyone looked at each other as they saw who had entered, and the atmosphere grew awkward.
Lin Ya walked in expressionlessly and handed the breakfast to Li Jiawen, “Hurry up and eat, then we can go to class.”
Li Jiawen opened her mouth, “Xiao Ya…”
Lin Ya went to open her wardrobe and found her clothes had been rummaged through. There was an oil stain on a white down jacket, clearly worn by someone.
“Who touched my clothes?”
No one responded. Those who were putting on makeup continued, and those who were combing their hair kept at it.
Li Jiawen pointed at the girl applying makeup, “It was Xu Lin. She wore your clothes on a date with a guy the other day, and I caught her.”
Xu Lin’s face changed, “When did I ever steal someone else’s clothes? Why are you slandering me? Plus, Lin Ya’s clothes are all cheap stuff from the streets. Do you think I would like them? What a joke.”
Lin Ya touched the down jacket, “This jacket was my 16th birthday gift from my mom, I’ve never dared to wear it.”
Although the down jacket wasn’t a big brand, it looked really nice, matched her complexion, and had a fashionable and classic design. Xu Lin had asked where she bought it the first time she wore it.
Xu Lin sneered.
“Now you’re Madam Zhu’s niece, Ming Jing’s cousin. Would you care about a down jacket?”
“Apologize.” Lin Ya said in a deep voice.
“I’ve already said it wasn’t me. Why are you so insistent on blaming me…”