Chapter 425 - The Best Teacher
Chapter 426 of "Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life" introduces the scene: Ever since Ye Qiu issued that notice, a trend of cleaning the school grounds had... Keep going!
Ever since Ye Qiu issued that notice, a trend of cleaning the school grounds had arisen in the school. At first, it was only those who had bullied Liu Tong, but gradually, students who skipped classes, fought, or engaged in puppy love also joined in.Parents were initially puzzled and even felt sorry for their children, accusing the school of misusing the tuition fees for cleaning. But before they could express their complaints, the students explained for themselves. Gradually, their initially unruly children appeared to be changing for the better, which led them to accept Ye Qiuâs initiative.
Only a few parents who spoil their children excessively made a fuss at the school. Before Ye Qiu could offer a solution, these students felt embarrassed on their own. After all, their former brothers and sisters had taken the initiative to participate, so why should they be so delicate? It was just some cleaning, not tiring at all, whatâs the big deal?
Hence, these parents were persuaded by their children to let the matter go. From then on, this act of cleaning the school path became an accepted way for students who made mistakes to voluntarily acknowledge their wrongs, and no one would mock them for it. Whoever doesnât make mistakes? As long as you behave appropriately and learn from your mistakes, thatâs good enough.
Liu Tong also gradually made many friends at school. Knowing he couldnât afford those expensive extracurricular classes, they took the initiative to teach him what they learned. These rich second generation kids might be playful, but they do have their merits. After all, they were going to inherit billions in the future, so how could they not have real abilities?
On the other hand, Li Manyu wasnât feeling so great. Her familyâs financial situation was much better than Liu Tongâs, and although it didnât match the billions of these rich second generations, it was still considered well-off. Furthermore, she was exempt from tuition fees, and affording two extra courses wasnât an issue. However, she realized her school life was quite different from what she had anticipated.
She couldnât quite put a finger on what was different â her classmates werenât intentionally distant from her, the schoolâs environment was great, and the educational resources were strong. Everything seemed like what she had hoped for, but why did she feel a sense of loss? Maybe it was because it was too peaceful? She always felt that school should be more vibrant and colorful.
Oh well, why bother thinking so much? Li Manyu glanced at the aloof Ouyang Yanming, focusing on her studies. She had been bewildered; she came to school to learn. If these wealthy people were working hard, why shouldnât she? She ranked behind Liu Tong in the monthly exam; she needed to work even harder. Perhaps one day, when she becomes better, she will have the right to stand beside Ouyang Yanming.
One month later, the new variety show "Interviews About School Bullying," planned by Ye Qiu and Xiao Mai through video conference, officially premiered. The show instantly received massive attention from all sectors of society upon broadcasting, shooting to the top of various rankings in terms of views, clicks, and discussions.
The frenzy it caused was due not only to the programâs quality but importantly, it resonated with the audience.
In todayâs society, who hasnât been educated, and which family doesnât have children attending school? With the pressure of society, many parents neglect their childrenâs lives in school. Only after the show was broadcast, under the parentsâ questioning, did they discover their children had also experienced school bullying.
Some were afraid of retaliation from classmates; others were worried about troubling their busy parents or met with the schoolâs indifference. That was why they were unaware of all this. They never knew their children had silently borne so much injustice and suffering!
Perhaps those who bullied others were unintentional, or maybe driven by fleeting loyalty, but their children being hurt was a fact.
However, the indifference of the bullyâs parents, the schoolâs apathy, and the imperfection of the law left parents fuming. Does the Child Protection Law truly protect their children? No, they felt it protected the bullies instead.
The age threshold of fourteen may no longer be appropriate for contemporary society. Children mature early nowadays; they understand the consequences of their actions at six or seven, and some even abuse their under-fourteen status to harm others intentionally, knowing there are no legal repercussions.
But what about the victims? Are they innocent? Do they deserve to die? Do they deserve to be bullied? Who will stand up for them?
The Child Protection Law should not be protecting minor bullies, it should exist to protect the victims of bullying.
The show shifted the public discussion from school bullying to child protection laws. Maybe the impact was too great, for by the second episode, Xiao Maiâs video had become a cooperative program with the national broadcaster, airing simultaneously on the national channel every Friday night.
The news excited the netizens. Was this a sign that the state was finally paying attention? Did it mean there were intentions to amend the Child Protection Law?
They were expectant; they were thrilled, cheering for the nationâs move towards democracy!
By the time of Liu Tongâs graduation, the nation had introduced a new plan for the Child Protection Law. Flanked by his peers, he stood as the outstanding graduate representative at the podium to give a speech.
"...During these three years at school, I have been very happy and grateful for the help from my classmates and teachers, especially my homeroom teacher and our principal, Mr. Ye Qiu. Without him, there would be no me today. From now on, no matter what difficulties and hardships I face, I will move forward courageously, never again retreating!" After finishing, Liu Tong bowed deeply towards Ye Qiu.
"Applause..." The applause lasted long after Liu Tong left the stage.
The teachers standing nearby also felt gratified looking at this yearâs graduates. They had been at this school for more than a year or two and were well aware of the tendencies of the rich and the powerful. This yearâs students were still proud, but somehow, there seemed to be something different that sincerely deserved applause.
"Xiao Man, Liu Tong is really amazing. I heard that he has received several full scholarship offers from Ivy League Schools. But you are amazing too. Are you planning to go to Harvard or Oxford?" Zhao Shanshan clapped vigorously, feeling a sense of pride as a classmate of Liu Tong and Li Manyu.
"Oxford!" Li Manyu said with a slight smile, confident and radiant. Over two and a half years, she had changed a lot. Apart from Zhao Shanshan, she made many good friends through her personal charm. Looking towards Ouyang Yanming and Lin Xiaoman, her gaze passed a moment of relief. She sincerely wished Ouyang Yanming to find true love, yet she always felt that Lin Xiaoman didnât love Ouyang Yanming that much. However, none of this mattered to her anymore.