Bai Shan's face turned cold, and Manbao, clearly unhappy, blocked his path, bowing slightly to Scholarly Officer Zhai and solemnly said, "Sir, how can you point your finger at a student? It was Wei Ting who invited these people. If you want to know more, ask Wei Ting."
Wei Ting, who was hoping to sneak away quietly: ...
Truly lacking in loyalty.
Scholarly Officer Zhai certainly knew this, but he didn't believe Bai Shan was unaware of who they were, and in his mind, between Bai Shan and Wei Ting, Bai Shan's lips seemed more likely to tell all.
He had more means at his disposal, too.
Annoyed, he glanced at Manbao and said, "I am questioning my own school's students; outsiders should stand aside."
Who did she think she was, interfering with his questioning?
Manbao simply lowered her head and glared over at Wei Ting, who was squatting at one side.
