Gong Yuanxiu watched as everyone left, one by one. They greeted both Xu Yanlin and Yuan Shixin but pointedly ignored him. Their blatant disregard couldn't have been more obvious.
Gong Yuanxiu burned with shame, but what could he do?
'He had only himself to blame for ending up in this situation.'
As his mind wandered, he saw Mr. Xu, who had just left, turn around and come back.
Gong Yuanxiu's heart skipped a beat, a flicker of hope in his eyes. But Mr. Xu wasn't there for him; he was there for his own dear nephew.
Mr. Xu didn't pull Xu Yanlin aside to speak privately. Although the final rankings were set, unexpected issues could still arise before the official announcement. It was best to be cautious.
So, Mr. Xu spoke in front of everyone. "Regarding the search for that person, don't act on your own. Wait until you're out of the examination hall, and we'll discuss it, you and I."
