"That's right, speaking of which, officer comrades, you haven't told us how Lin Tongxue helped you, and exactly what case did he help you solve? How significant was it?"
Principal Wang immediately, slightly agitated upon hearing this, couldn't help rubbing his hands.
If it weren't inappropriate right now, he would've stomped his feet.
He's prepared to memorize every single detail! This is all important material! The more detailed, the better, so that it can be more shocking when widely publicized!
Principal Wang firmly believed that the case Lin Li assisted in solving must be significant.
If it were just an act of good citizenship like returning a lost wallet, the police might come to the school to express gratitude, but at most, they'd send a commendation letter, nothing more. But this time is completely different.
Not only did the officers bring a commendation letter, but also a banner, and if he wasn't mistaken, they even brought a bunch of various gifts or prizes. Sun Ying even mentioned needing a brief interview and photos.
This isn't the sort of treatment you get for just returning lost property! It must be a major case!
If they were to tell him now that Lin Li helped them solve a nationwide shocking murder case or helped them arrest drug dealers, or even if Lin Li personally engaged in a life-and-death battle against criminals, Principal Wang would be willing to believe it!
Thinking of this, Principal Wang's gaze towards Lin Li appeared more admiring and affectionate.
Nansang Middle School, how did it produce such a prodigious youngster.
"I'm also quite curious, Lin Li, what case did you assist in solving?" Under such circumstances, Xue Jian couldn't maintain a calm expression, asking with curiosity.
Lin Li clenched his left hand into a fist, pressing it against his mouth, and lightly coughed, glancing at Yangliang.
Yangliang clenched both fists, pressing them against his mouth, and lightly coughed, glancing at Sun Ying.
Sun Ying clenched her right hand into a fist, pressing it against her mouth, and lightly coughed, glancing back at Yangliang.
"Sorry, sorry, not much ventilation, the office air isn't great, the smoke hasn't dispersed." Realizing his enthusiasm led him to neglect hospitality, Principal Wang quickly opened the windows to let the air circulate.
Really, how could he make such a rookie mistake.
As he turned back, seeing the two officers looking gently at Lin Li, Yangliang began:
"Let's let Lin Li explain it himself."
Feeling everyone's gaze on him, with encouragement from the two Demon Suppression Envoys, Lin Li showed a kind smile.
What the heck.
You two are embarrassed to say it, so you think I'm okay with saying it?
Do you guys not understand how thin-skinned a seventeen-year-old is?
At Lin Li's age, he was still occasionally feel a little guilty after secretly borrowing Bai Bufan's power bank to charge his own!
Yet now, it seems inappropriate to shove this responsibility onto someone else.
Useless.
Looks like I have to stand up and do it myself.
"I assisted the police in dismantling a large-scale prostitution ring." Determined not to hesitate, Lin Li loudly and proudly stated word by word.
Earth-shattering!
What presence!
Ear perked in anticipation, Principal Wang immediately applauded:
"Prostitution is great! This is what our new era youth should be like. I've already decided, not enough time today, next Monday under the flag, Lin Li, you will deliver the speech, urging all our teachers and students to help police tackle prostitution together!"
Lin Li, Yangliang, and Sun Ying: "?"
This... doesn't sound quite right.
When the Dragon King returned, discovering his wife and children sold into a brothel, the Dragon King called his ten thousand soldiers to boost performance, helping them become the top performer.
As even Xue Jian cast strange looks towards Principal Wang, the smile on Principal Wang's mouth froze.
Belatedly aware, with squinting eyes carefully opened, he tentatively addressed Lin Li:
"Lin Tongxue, just now, you said you assisted in solving what case?"
"I destroyed a chicken farm."
"And what role did you play in that? How did you assist Officer Yang?" The principal asked more cautiously.
"I was one of Uncle Yang's accomplishments."
Principal Wang: "?"
Lin Li made an indelible contribution to improving Xiling Town's security because he got caught.
"Principal, are you alright?" Seeing Principal Wang plopping onto the ground, Xue Jian promptly came to help.
"I'm fine, I'm fine," Principal Wang rose somewhat shakily, then slowly sat on the sofa opposite, looking at Lin Li: "Lin Tongxue, you were arrested?"
"Yes." Lin Li nodded matter-of-factly.
"Principal Wang, Principal Wang!? Wake up! Wake up!"
"I'm fine, just suddenly got a little tired, I'm okay now." Almost fainting, Principal Wang waved his hand, pressing his palm to his aching forehead.
"Hey, Lin Li, don't joke at a time like this, let me explain." Yangliang couldn't bear anymore.
Lin Li, this guy, really never plays by the rules.
"Principal Wang, the truth is not as Lin Li said."
Like grasping for a lifeline, Principal Wang's spirits lifted, thinking indeed, if Lin Li were truly one of the suspects apprehended, how could the police come to deliver a commendation letter and banner! This kid, really likes to joke!
What a humorous prankster! Mischievous!
"Honestly," Principal Wang, appearing helpless with Lin Li, chuckled while shaking his head, "Lin Tongxue couldn't possibly be arrested."
Yangliang, hesitant yet resolved: "Arrested... well he indeed did get arrested."
Principal Wang: "?"
What on earth, another humorous big prankster.
"What nonsense are you two up to!" Sun Ying finally couldn't take it anymore, face exasperated, stood forward, smiling at the despairing Principal Wang: "Here's what actually happened..."
...
As 'an outsider,' Sun Ying proceeded to clearly narrate the whole story, finally letting out a long sigh.
The principal's office briefly fell silent.
Principal Wang and Xue Jian's expressions were more entertaining than two pretty women brawling on the street.
It must be said, Sun Ying likely works in public relations, her descriptive skills and mastery are excellent, if only listening to the last sentence, Lin Li is undoubtedly Nansang's glory.
"—Without Lin Tongxue bravely venturing into danger on his own, obtaining critical clues and evidence, and stringing along, outsmarting the suspects to lower their guard, we could never dismantle this ring so easily!"
Those words were too impressive.
What young hero, sharp and astute, courageous and talented, all essential.
If Principal Wang and Xue Jian could overlook the fact this was a massage health parlor, then it'd be incredibly impressive.
This doesn't need to be a kidnapping or drug-making operation, catching counterfeit food production factories is good too, but why must it be under the context of a sweeping prostitution crackdown?
This was supposedly venturing into danger alone?
Isn't this really sneaking off to a cozy place behind a friend's back?
"Knowing the truth made me cry."
The principal began singing a love song.
The sadness didn't seem fake.