Transmigration: The Cannon Fodder Suddenly Made a Comeback!
Chapter 306: I Believe Whatever Miss Jiang Says!

Chapter 306: Chapter 306: I Believe Whatever Miss Jiang Says!

But Jiang Li seriously shook her head, "No, Aunt Zhou, this matter can be big or small, and while it may seem to you like just childish roughhousing, it doesn’t feel that way to the person involved. I need to make sure that Zhou Wenqi has truly forgiven and accepted Jiang Cheng’s apology before I can say I’ve done my duty."

Hearing this, Zhou Wenqi, who had been sitting quietly in the corner, suddenly lifted his head and looked at her, his eyes brimming with moved appreciation.

After that day, he had spent a long time on the school’s balcony.

He had encountered this type of situation before.

From a young age, his grades had always stood out at his school, but because he lacked a family background and had a timid personality, he was somewhat targeted by the school bullies.

He had switched schools several times.

Until he arrived at Beijing No.1 High School, where he thought he could be somewhat invisible at a school that was known for valuing grades and having an excellent teaching environment.

But he hadn’t expected to be singled out by Jiang Cheng.

That backpack was brand new this semester, and the revision materials inside were bought with the money his mother had scrimped and saved.

But he hadn’t been able to find any trace of it for several days.

The school was particularly desolate during the holidays, leaving him to wander near the teaching building like a lone ghost,

—just to find those few books.

He couldn’t understand why, with only one year left, when he would finally be free and no longer subject to others’ mockery and scorn, even this small wish seemed too much for fate to grant.

He had tried talking to his mother about it, but the answers he got were always the same—

"It’s okay, it’s just kids being kids."

"Did you offend someone? You know your mom has no power or influence in the Capital, we can’t afford to offend those wealthy people."

So he became even more silent.

Until today, when a sister-like figure appeared in his home and told him, "It matters," and that he deserved an apology.

Zhou Wenqi’s hands tightly gripped the hem of his shirt as tears of grievance began to swirl in his eyes.

But then he caught a glimpse of the smile at the corner of Jiang Li’s eye.

It was very gentle. Despite the peak of the summer heat, it made him feel bathed in the freshness of spring and carried an inexplicable affirmation and expectation.

The tears in Zhou Wenqi’s eyes abruptly stopped, and he straightened his back.

Finally, Jiang Li spoke, "Zhou, are you willing to forgive Jiang Cheng? If not, it’s okay, I can have him apologize again."

Jiang Cheng instinctively wanted to protest but suddenly caught the cold glint in her eyes, reminiscent of ice in sub-zero temperatures.

His body involuntarily shuddered, and he stood still, saying nothing.

Zhou Wenqi originally did not want to forgive Jiang Cheng, but then he caught sight of the unshed tears in his eyes.

He fell silent.

So, Jiang Cheng also had such a vulnerable side?

Well, with such a sister around, his true nature couldn’t be all bad, right?

"I forgive him," Zhou Wenqi said quietly.

"Really?" Jiang Li asked again, "I hope this is your sincere wish and not because you feel forced."

"No, no, no," Zhou Wenqi quickly waved his hands, "I truly mean it, the misunderstanding between Jiang Cheng and me... it was just that, a misunderstanding."

After saying this, he looked at Jiang Cheng, "Jiang, you’re really amazing. To tell you the truth, I’m envious of you, envious of your wonderful family, jealous of how you don’t seem to need to study much but still get such good grades. Did you know, I wake up at five in the morning to study and can’t go to bed until one at night, and even then, I barely manage to surpass you."

"I also envy your popularity, teachers and classmates all like you, and though you can be naughty at times, I know you’re not really a bad person. Maybe it’s just your way of getting attention – I just want to say... you’re really great already, look below you, there are thousands of people who envy you."

Jiang Cheng was stunned.

He thought Zhou Wenqi was flattering him.

But he wasn’t.

His expression was serious, as if he was articulating a heartfelt matter.

So... had he really received so much affirmation?

So... did so many people really envy him?

Watching the two silent people, Jiang Li finally nodded in satisfaction.

That’s right, this looked more like a normal relationship between classmates.

Mrs. Zhou also began to reflect at this point.

"Ah, it’s my fault. I’ve been too busy and haven’t had the time to pay attention to these things. No wonder the child has been so down lately. It seems I really need to change that."

Jiang Li smiled, "To recognize one’s mistakes and be willing to change is admirable. Auntie, you have to work and take care of two kids, it’s already very hard. Just look at how outstanding Zhou is, it shows your dedication."

Mrs. Zhou blushed, suddenly a bit surprised, "How did you know I have two children?" freewebnσvel.cѳm

"I not only know you have two children, but I also know that the other one is Zhou Wenqi’s older brother, about 23 years old, just graduated from university."

Mrs. Zhou was completely taken aback.

Jiang Li quickly explained, "Don’t get me wrong, Auntie. I only saw the diplomas on that wall there, and I made some deductions."

"Deductions?" Mrs. Zhou became a bit more interested, "You mean... you can tell fortunes?"

Jiang Li nodded, "Just a little bit."

Mrs. Zhou knew this was just Jiang Li’s modesty.

If it was just a little bit of knowledge, how could she deduce her son’s age and current situation from so little?

Middle-aged women are usually quite interested in these matters, and seeing someone as young as Jiang Li versed in them made Mrs. Zhou even more curious.

"Miss Jiang, can you take a look at Wenqi’s fortune, see if he can get into a university?"

"Mom!" Zhou Wenqi softly chastised her.

But Jiang Li smiled as if it were no trouble, "I’ve already looked at Wenqi’s face. He has a full and rising forehead, his forehead is broad and square, and his academic fortune is very good. In the future, he will certainly be wealthy and prosperous."

Hearing this, Mrs. Zhou clapped her hands in delight.

"I might not believe others, but I trust anything you, Miss Jiang, say."

"That’s wonderful. These two children have followed me through hardships, and as long as they are doing well, I’ll be satisfied."

Jiang Li remained silent, a glint of contemplation flashing in her eyes.

In reality, she had done her calculations, and the Zhou Family’s situation was indeed not great.

Mr. Zhou had passed away in an accident early on, and it was only with the compensation that Mrs. Zhou was able to buy a modest three-person house in the Capital.

But the debts left by Mr. Zhou still overwhelmed the small family.

Mrs. Zhou worked two jobs outdoors every day, barely managing to pay for her two children’s education.

Fortunately, Zhou Wenshu and Zhou Wenqi were diligent; both had good academic fortunes and received quite a few scholarships, just about managing to help with the family finances.

But the problem lay with Zhou Wenqi’s older brother, Zhou Wenshu.