Chapter 13: The Unreasonable Protagonist Halo

After enjoying a tender moment together, Wen Jing nestled in Wang Haoran's arms and asked softly, "Am I your first girlfriend?"

"Yes, you are," Wang Haoran replied.

Wen Jing was overjoyed to hear this. She was a naive young girl, and Wang Haoran was the only boy she had ever liked. Before this, she had never even held hands with a boy.

"You know that Chen Zishi likes you, right?" Wang Haoran suddenly asked.

"Really? No wonder he keeps coming over to ask me questions every day. It's so annoying. If he bothers me again tomorrow, I won't even acknowledge him," Wen Jing complained.

"No, you should answer his questions just as you would for any other classmate. When you're helping him, a girl might come to ask you to pay back a thousand yuan. At that moment, you should act pitiful and tell her you don't have the money right now and ask for some more time," Wang Haoran said mysteriously.

"Why?" Wen Jing was confused.

Wang Haoran frowned, "I like obedient girlfriends, not ones who always ask why."

"I'm very obedient, like a little kitty," Wen Jing replied sweetly, gazing at him with adoration.

"A little kitty?" Wang Haoran asked, amused.

"Yes, meow meow…" Wen Jing playfully mimicked a cat, her expression irresistibly cute.

Wang Haoran, who had always seen Wen Jing as a quiet bookworm, was surprised to discover this adorable side of her. He felt like he had really hit the jackpot.

They still had to get up early for class the next day, so they needed to make the most of their time...

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The next day.

After having breakfast at the five-star hotel, Wang Haoran and Wen Jing headed back to school in the Cullinan. When they were close to the school, Wang Haoran had Wen Jing get out of the car first. They entered the school separately.

When they met in the classroom, Wen Jing obediently followed Wang Haoran's instructions. She behaved just as she always did, as if nothing had happened the night before.

During the break, Xu Muyan and Wen Jing went to the restroom together.

"Jingjing, why are you walking so awkwardly? You look really strange," Xu Muyan asked curiously.

"I twisted my ankle on the way home after evening study, so it's a bit uncomfortable to walk," Wen Jing replied with a smile.

"Oh no, is it serious? Let me take a look," Xu Muyan said, concerned.

"It's nothing, really. I've already applied some ointment. It'll be fine in a few days," Wen Jing reassured her.

"Alright, let me help you walk," Xu Muyan insisted.

During lunch, Chen Zishi came over with a big smile to ask Wen Jing about some study problems. Wen Jing didn't really want to talk to him, but remembering what Wang Haoran had told her, she patiently explained the questions.

A little later, a girl from another class walked into the classroom and demanded that Wen Jing repay a thousand yuan. Following Wang Haoran's instructions, Wen Jing put on a pitiful expression and asked the girl to give her more time, saying she didn't have the money yet.

The girl reluctantly agreed but left after making a harsh remark.

Chen Zishi, seeing this, felt heartbroken. He immediately pulled Chu Bai out into the hallway, urging him to repay the thousand yuan.

But Chu Bai had no money to pay back. Chen Zishi, desperate to help Wen Jing, lost his temper and almost started a fight with Chu Bai.

Their argument took place near the teachers' office. At the time, Wang Haoran and Xu Muyan were asking the teacher about some advanced math problems. They could vaguely hear the commotion outside.

Wang Haoran recognized one of the voices as Chu Bai's. It was clear that the conflict between Chen Zishi and Chu Bai, which he had orchestrated behind the scenes, had finally erupted.

[Ding! The host has successfully disrupted the relationship between protagonist Chu Bai and important supporting character Chen Zishi, earning 200 Villain Points. Chu Bai's protagonist halo -10, Host's villain halo +10.]

Wang Haoran was pleased with the outcome and checked his status panel.

[Host: Wang Haoran]

[Combat Power: 89]

[Charm: 268]

[Villain Halo: 179]

[Villain Points: 600]

[Skills: None]

Chu Bai's situation was looking pretty grim, and Wang Haoran planned to kick him while he was down.

The first blow.

Wang Haoran obtained a video from a private investigator, showing Chu Bai visiting a gambling den. He posted this video on the school's forum.

As a senior student, gambling was strictly prohibited according to school rules, and the severity of this violation was on par with getting into fights. Chu Bai had already been given a demerit recently, and now, with such a serious offense, he might not even be allowed to stay in school.

The second blow.

Some thugs under Sang Kun's command were still looking for Chu Bai. They didn't know much about him, so finding him wasn't easy. Wang Haoran was more than happy to lend them a hand.

With Chu Bai unable to stay in school and being hunted outside, he was bound to have a rough time.

After setting all this in motion, Wang Haoran could already imagine the thrilling scene of Chu Bai being chased by a group of thugs after evening study.

That evening, Wang Haoran was playing basketball with some classmates. Around the court, a large number of female fans were cheering for him.

At that moment, a car from the police station drove into the school.

The car stopped by the school road, and two smartly dressed officers stepped out. One of them was holding a banner.

Wang Haoran glanced over but didn't pay much attention.

Soon, the school broadcast came on with the principal's voice. The announcement explained that a student had reported a group of illegal gamblers, leading to their arrest. The police had sent a banner of appreciation and a reward of 40,000 yuan to the school.

The principal also encouraged students to report any illegal activities, provided they could ensure their own safety.

Wang Haoran nearly swore out loud upon hearing this.

The principal hadn't mentioned the student's name, but Wang Haoran was 1000% sure it was Chu Bai!

There was no one else it could have been.

Sang Kun's gambling den had been operating for many years without issue. But after one report from Chu Bai, they were all caught.

And to top it off, Chu Bai received a 40,000 yuan reward.

Now, he could pay the 30,000 yuan in medical bills for Fan Jian and the others and repay the 1,000 yuan to Chen Zishi.

Even Chu Bai's demerit would likely be erased because of this good deed.

All the plans Wang Haoran had painstakingly put into place had been completely shattered.

The protagonist halo was truly something else!