The smile gradually disappeared from Fu Rongjing's lips.
His usually peaceful expression turned cold after hearing this unexpected insult.
"Using vulgar language, is this the upbringing befitting the top scorer of six schools?"
"Profanity is just an emotional auxiliary, it has nothing to do with upbringing."
Ji Mu shrugged lazily, his tone completely casual, "If my words hurt you, don't question my upbringing - I meant it."
Fu Rongjing was momentarily speechless.
"...No wonder Classmate Ji Mu achieved first place, just this silver tongue alone surpasses many others."
Hearing the sarcasm in his words, Ji Mu couldn't even be bothered to give him a glance.
"Academic performance has nothing to do with being silver-tongued. Don't challenge normal people's IQ with your thinking, Senior Fu."
"Classmate Ji Mu." Fu Rongjing's expression darkened, "Should I take this as deliberate humiliation?!"
"If that's what you think, then sure."
Ji Mu showed no fear, even waving dismissively.
"Anything else? If not, stop blocking the way."
Fu Rongjing's expression changed repeatedly, quite a spectacle.
Ignoring the color-changing face of this wolf in sheep's clothing, Ji Mu looked at the girl beside him.
He originally didn't want to get involved, but since some idiot actively provoked him, might as well help her out.
"Why are you still standing here? I think I heard the homeroom teacher looking for you."
"Eh? Okay..."
Just as Ruan Qingqing was about to respond, Fu Rongjing, who had been quiet for several seconds, jumped in to seek attention.
"Ruan Ruan, the homeroom teacher's matter can wait. Right now, the most important thing is to apologize to Chu Yashi."
"But... but Chu Yashi was the one who first..."
"Ruan Ruan!"
Ignoring the girl's resistance, Fu Rongjing interrupted again.
"Is who's right or wrong really that important? Do you have to disrupt the class's long-standing peace with your stubbornness?"
The girl pressed her lips together tightly, "I..."
This struggle and helplessness were signs of impending compromise.
He was secretly pleased.
Still so easy to control, as always.
Just then, that irritating voice spoke up.
"Our class matters should be handled by us. We don't need an outsider like Senior Fu to show us the way."
Fu Rongjing felt annoyed inside but had to maintain his outwardly gentle and polite demeanor.
"Classmate Ji Mu is going too far. We're all students of the same school, how can you call me an outsider?"
Seriously, who do you think you are, buddy?
Ji Mu was speechless.
"Are you the discipline master or the principal? Have you properly understood the whole incident? Can class stability be resolved by just your word?"
If you don't have the skills, don't take on the task.
Stop pretending.
This triple questioning left Fu Rongjing speechless.
"Even if it can't solve everything, it's better than conflict," he stubbornly maintained, trying to save face.
"If Ruan Ruan had just lowered her head during the conflict with Chu Yashi, there wouldn't be so many troubles now."
Wow.
First time seeing someone speak for bullies, really eye-opening.
Why don't you go be a shark arm in the sea instead of coming on land to harm people!
"What right do you have to manipulate her thoughts against her will?"
Ji Mu sneered.
"Haven't installed GPS to know your place?"
"I'm doing this for Ruan Ruan's good!"
Fu Rongjing clenched his fists, feigning deep emotion.
"After all, Ruan Ruan's business is my business."
Ruan Qingqing, the unfortunate subject of discussion, quietly stepped away.
If she weren't so introverted and timid, she would really want to make some sarcastic comments to relieve the nauseating feeling.
[Ugh, what a greasy character.]
The system rubbed its arms, getting goosebumps all over.
Even Gojo Satoru with his Limitless technique couldn't handle such cheesy lines.
"Ruan Ruan..."
Fu Rongjing wasn't blind and naturally saw the girl's reaction.
Just as he was about to say something with an ugly expression, a perfectly timed jab came from the side.
"How caring of you."
Ji Mu asked curiously, "Senior Fu, since you love meddling so much, do you also have to taste every sewage truck that passes by the school gate?"
"You..."
Just one sentence, a perfect kill shot.
Fu Rongjing was so angry he could barely breathe, unable to find any suitable comeback despite wracking his brains.
Truly pathetically weak.
Ignoring this jerk's frustrated expression, Ji Mu turned to remind the girl.
"Class is starting soon, Classmate Ruan. The homeroom teacher is in the classroom, don't keep her waiting too long."
Understanding the young man's obvious hint, Ruan Qingqing nodded obediently, "Mm-hmm."
Giving him a grateful look, she quickly left the doorway as if escaping from evil clutches.
The deed was done, and it was too late for Fu Rongjing to stop her now.
He took a deep breath, a flash of killing intent crossing his eyes.
"Well, it seems I'm not the only one who likes to meddle in others' affairs."
[Host, this guy is calling you out.]
The system, which had been watching the show, whispered in his ear.
Ji Mu had certainly caught the meaning, and clicked his tongue, deliberately using the same tone as the other party.
"How strange, surely giving someone a friendly reminder wouldn't be considered meddling? Senior Fu couldn't possibly be talking about me, right?"
A vein bulged on Fu Rongjing's temple.
"Of course... not."
No matter how displeased he was, he could only smile and give this insincere answer.
The system sprite glanced disdainfully.
Little punk, you think you can measure up to my boy Mu?
Why provoke him for no reason? Know your place and his level.
"However, I still want to give Classmate Ji Mu some advice."
Of course, this wasn't over.
The persistent Fu Rongjing still wanted to save face.
"A class is a collective, and you've only just transferred here. If you act purely on impulse, you'll only face isolation."
His cold words carried an undisguised warning.
"Consider the consequences carefully. Be careful not to break from being too rigid."
Ji Mu's mouth opened wide in response, his expression oddly exaggerated.
"Wow, can ivory actually come out of your mouth?"
Even knows about being too rigid breaking things, not bad education level.
Fu Rongjing's face darkened, his fake friendly expression almost breaking, "What does Classmate Ji Mu mean by that?"
"Did you study elementary school abroad? Can't understand Chinese?"
The other's deliberate ignorance made Ji Mu glance at him impatiently.
"Go get more sun in the future. At least if you're tanned, people won't call you an idiot."
Kind words warm three winters, mean words are fun to say
After sincerely giving his advice, he didn't linger, turning to head to the bathroom behind.
He still needed to pee urgently, no time to keep arguing with this jerk.
As for Fu Rongjing standing at the door, his facial expression returned to calmness.
Damn it, damn it!!!
Staring hard at the young man's departing figure, his tightly clenched fists at his sides fully revealed his true state of mind.
"Ji Mu... is it... heh."
Looks like he needs to be taught that good grades aren't everything in this school!