Chapter 8

As she met Liu Jingteng's confident, calm, and gentle eyes, Mi Hu instantly turned into a little girl, obediently nodding and saying, "Then I'll wait for you here."

Liu Jingteng smiled and nodded, turning to go back to the classroom. Mi Hu watched his back, the corners of her mouth lifting slightly, "I knew he wouldn't deceive me."

With her mood restored, Mi Hu took out a tissue from her pocket to dry her tears and then called the chief editor back:

"Chief Editor, I'm at the city's No. 1 High School. Give me two hours, and I'll resolve everything."

When Zhou Daoran received Mi Hu's call, the stone in his heart finally fell. He thought, if anything happened to this 18-year-old girl, he would regret it for life. Hearing her say she would resolve the issue, it seemed there was still a chance, so he immediately agreed, "Alright, Little Mi Hu, let me apologize first. I was too hasty just now. Don't worry, no matter what happens, I'll stand by you. I'll deal with headquarters for now. Be careful, and think carefully before making any decisions. You're smart, so it shouldn't be a big problem."

Zhou Daoran was afraid of the enemy's trap. If Mi Hu made a wrong decision in a hurry, the situation would only get worse. So, he gently reminded her not to make decisions on her own.

"I promise to resolve the issue satisfactorily. Please rest assured, Chief Editor."

Mi Hu hung up the phone, took a deep breath, and thought of Liu Jingteng's earlier words, "Stupid," her face flushing again. "What a brat, so bold."

Lost in her thoughts, she alternated between anger and laughter, suddenly remembering the title of the seventh chapter of "The Dragon and Tiger Struggle in Jinghua": "Life and Death, Right and Wrong Finally Clear; Love and Hate, Friends and Enemies Clearly Distinguished."

"Liu Jingteng, I believe you are a friend, not an enemy," Mi Hu muttered to herself, suddenly hearing the bell ring.

"Mi Hu, over here." Liu Jingteng rushed out of the classroom as the bell rang.

Mi Hu turned around, smiled slightly, and walked over to him.

"There used to be an internet cafe near the school, but it was ordered to close by the school later."

"Then where are we going?"

"Turn east at the school gate and walk 100 meters..."

Mi Hu interrupted, "So close?"

Liu Jingteng glanced at her, "Walk 100 meters and call a tricycle to go to the city center."

"Ah." Mi Hu fell silent, scolding herself, "Why do I always act abnormally in front of this brat?" Mi Hu walked behind Liu Jingteng, making a gesture as if to hit his head.

"Master, Speedy Internet Cafe." Liu Jingteng waved to a tricycle.

Fifteen minutes later, Mi Hu and Liu Jingteng got off the tricycle and looked up at the large sign of "Speedy Internet Cafe."

"Is there still anyone who goes to internet cafes these days?" Mi Hu had her first laptop at 14, so she found the existence of internet cafes strange.

"Internet cafes today are like the game arcades of the past. Besides, not everyone can afford a computer, Miss Rich."

Mi Hu glared at him, and Liu Jingteng smiled, saying, "Can I borrow your ID? I'm a minor."

"Being a minor and still so arrogant!" Mi Hu teased, taking out her ID and handing it over. Liu Jingteng used Mi Hu's ID to get a temporary card.

"What are you going to do?" Mi Hu asked curiously as they sat down at a computer.

"You'll see soon." Liu Jingteng smiled, his eyes shining, "The Jianghu People Forum, right?"

"Yes, you need to register first to post or reply." Before Mi Hu finished speaking, Liu Jingteng had already started registering, his actions swift, clearly an expert.

Liu Jingteng registered with the pen name "Gu Yongsheng," then browsed "Shopkeeper's" post. After reading it, he sneered, "This level of writing is really disappointing."

Seeing his arrogant look, Mi Hu couldn't help but glare at him again. Then, Liu Jingteng started posting:

Title: [I am the author of "The Dragon and Tiger Struggle in Jinghua," Gu Yongsheng, hearing barking here, I've come to walk my dog]

Liu Jingteng finished the title and turned to Mi Hu, "Sister Mi Hu, is this title too polite?"

After being frustrated for a long time, Mi Hu smiled broadly, "It's fine, it's fine. We have manners, after all."

Liu Jingteng nodded and started writing the content: "Hello everyone, I am Gu Yongsheng, the author of 'The Dragon and Tiger Struggle in Jinghua.' I was doing my homework when Editor Mi Hu suddenly visited, saying I was being attacked in the Jianghu. As you know, I am a minor, and when I heard I was being attacked, especially in the Jianghu, I was very scared and nervous because I didn't know where the Jianghu was. Then, the considerate Editor Mi Hu explained to me that it was a metaphor."

"So I understood the whole story. My reaction at the time was, such absurd and brain-dead statements, who would believe them? Editor Mi Hu earnestly told me, 'Three men make a tiger, and a multitude can melt gold.'"

"What's that supposed to mean?" Mi Hu lightly hit Liu Jingteng, "When did I ever talk to you earnestly?"

"Can I cry and wail?" Liu Jingteng laughed, and was hit again, "Write faster."

Liu Jingteng continued typing: "My original intention was to let the truth speak for itself, but thinking about some readers being deceived by villains, which I cannot tolerate, I will explain it to everyone here."

"First, 'Mang Mang and Ti Ti' and 'The Dragon and Tiger Struggle in Jinghua' are entirely and thoroughly my own work. As for those who say the styles are different, is it for comedy? Who would write martial arts in a fairy tale style? Li Bai wrote 'The Yellow River comes from the sky,' and Li Bai also wrote 'Only seeing tears wet, not knowing who to hate.' Is Li Bai also a creation? Please use your brain next time, thank you."

"Second, regarding the issue of a genius writer, I have never and will never say or admit that I am a genius writer. I learned to read at six, from the Three-Character Classic to the Four Books and Five Classics, from the Book of Songs to the Three Hundred Tang Poems. At seven, I started listening to my grandfather's stories, like the Yang Family Generals and the Seven Heroes and Five Righteous Men... Traditional culture is a treasure trove, inexhaustible. I share stories with you with utmost sincerity. Where is the talk of intrigue and deceit?"

"Third, regarding the contract issue, this is even more ridiculous. When Editor Mi Hu came to discuss 'The Dragon and Tiger,' she casually mentioned future cooperation. Due to my age and personality, I suggested signing the book but not the person. She readily agreed and gave me some sincere advice."

"At the time, I thought one task should not trouble two people, so when she said to let the contract editor sign with me, I casually said to bring the contract. How did it become her handling my contract entirely?"

"Here, I want to say, as a whistleblower, you should at least provide some substantial evidence. Without evidence, what are you reporting? Are you stupid? Do you think I'm stupid? Even if I did, do you think Mr. Zhou Daoran would agree? Are you stupid?"

"Sorry, I used foul language, but I'm really angry. You can defame me, but why do you have to smear a girl so despicably?"

Mi Hu felt a warmth in her heart when she read this, and looking at Liu Jingteng, she saw his serious face and genuine anger. This boy, though fond of joking, had a delicate mind. Indeed, without such a mind, how could he write such beautiful sentences?

Liu Jingteng continued writing: "Speaking of substantial evidence, I have none now. To show my sincerity, I will provide substantial evidence. I invite all Jianghu heroes to witness."

Liu Jingteng turned to look at Mi Hu, smiled, and returned his eyes to the screen: "One, since someone doubts that I am a created author and that I only have the writing level of 'Mang Mang and Ti Ti,' I hereby challenge all doubters. Choose a time, a place, invite the media, and invite readers to watch. I will perform live writing for everyone."

Mi Hu's mouth dropped open, speechless, as she watched Liu Jingteng's hands fly over the keyboard: "Two, I invite the doubters to reveal themselves and confront me face-to-face. Hiding behind the scenes and defaming is not honorable. If you have any questions or issues, I can answer them face-to-face. The eyes of the public are sharp, and there will be a fair judgment. At the same time, I can teach you some life lessons that your parents and teachers didn't."

"Three, in my opinion, for a cultural product company to stand firm, producing good content is the key. Smearing behind the scenes, intrigue, and defamation are all short-sighted and laughable. I share this with you."

"Finally, let me advertise. After 'The Dragon and Tiger Struggle in Jinghua,' I will serialize a new martial arts story on 'The Great Jianghu.' This time, it's a long series, guaranteed to satisfy you."

"I believe that in the future, people will remember not the defamation of today but the works of the creators. I also believe that time will wash away all darkness and intrigue. However, I don't want the readers to be deceived by people with ulterior motives. I will announce the time and place and sincerely invite all Jianghu people to witness. Gu Yongsheng is upright and honest. I ask, can the scoundrels and villains dare to face me?"

"Please help me pass the message to '@Shopkeeper' if you see this. I'm waiting online, very urgently."

"Great!" Mi Hu felt a surge of excitement and enthusiasm when she read the line "Can the scoundrels and villains dare to face me?" and couldn't help but clap and cheer.

"Editor Mi Hu, do you see anything that needs to be changed?"

Mi Hu hummed, "You really plan to write live?"

"Yes, it's the only way to prove my innocence and resolve the issue in one go."

Mi Hu smiled, "I didn't expect you, a brat, to have such spirit."

Liu Jingteng laughed, "If it only involved me, I wouldn't bother to explain. But since it involves you and your company, I can't sit idly by."

"Thank you," Mi Hu said seriously, "I don't know why I'm saying this, but thank you. Just for this line." Mi Hu pointed to the line, "Is it necessary to smear a girl so despicably?"

Liu Jingteng chuckled, "For you, a thousand times, ten thousand times."

"Huh?"

"It's a line from a movie," Liu Jingteng explained quickly.

"Which movie?"

"The Kite Runner."

Mi Hu looked at Liu Jingteng strangely, "You made it up, there's no such book."

Liu Jingteng was speechless, a bit embarrassed, and changed the subject, "You'll see in the future. I'll post the thread first."

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