The Self-Redemption of the Wronged Fool [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 2

Over here, Lin Ming, who had left Ji Wang’s side, had deep and profound eyes, yet a sickly flush surged onto his face. His fingers trembled slightly, seemingly due to excitement: “I finally found you, Brother… A-Chi… Baby, how are you so good at running? I have been looking for you for such a long time…”

In the evening, Mother Lin was distracted; she was filled with guilt toward both children. Her biological son had suffered for so many years, and her eldest son had been so insulted by Zhao Lingyun; she did not know what to do in the future.

However, she was a mother after all. Although Lin… Ji Wang was raised by her, Lin Ming was her biological son, and he had endured so much suffering at that woman’s place.

Wen Jing’s words were actually like a thorn piercing into her heart. Did Ji Wang know his own identity? Was he innocent or… ultimately, she decided to investigate Ji Wang.

The next day, the school was already in an uproar because of this matter. Most of the students in this major were children of prominent families, and the people in the class could not wait to see Ji Wang.

Contrary to everyone’s expectations, Ji Wang was the same as before still overbearing and arrogant, not looking destitute at all.

Everyone even saw the Lin family sending him and Lin Ming together.

There were many who flattered Ji Wang, but similarly, there were just as many who loathed him. Just as Ji Qiuchi sat down, someone spoke up: “Isn’t this the fake young master?”

Wen Jing also joined in, sneering: “A nanny’s son deserves to continue staying here? Like mother, like son; they are both deep-scheming poisonous snakes.”

Ji Qiuchi lifted his eyes to look at Wen Jing, a trace of confusion flashing in the depths of his eyes: “I entered this school based on my own ability, so why shouldn’t I study? Furthermore, what is wrong with being a nanny? She didn’t work for your family. Are you discriminating against professions? You, a profligate son who lives off his parents, have the nerve to say these words.”

“You! …Tsk, do you have the money to study? Without the Lin family, I bet you can’t even afford the tuition, right?

It is only because Uncle and Aunt Lin are good people. If you truly had ability, then don’t rely on the Lin family. A fellow like you, if not for good luck, where would you have the qualification to be classmates with us?”

In every design competition, whether it was the teachers or the competition organizers, they would always choose Lin Wang’s jewelry designs over Wen Jing’s. Even many brands only chose to cooperate with him. Wasn’t it just because he was a member of the Lin family?

Now, the matter regarding Ji Wang was likely known by the entire jewelry industry.

The corners of Wen Jing’s mouth curled up slightly, wanting to see Ji Wang’s angry and violent appearance.

But none of that happened. Ji Qiuchi smiled and looked at Wen Jing, spreading his hands in a punch-worthy manner: “There is nothing you can do if you can’t stand the sight of me. Mom and Dad are very good to me, and my younger brother likes me very much, too.”

Wen Jing sneered, “Are you dreaming? Lin Ming could like you? I would eat excrement.”

What the children of prestigious families hated most were illegitimate sons, and he wasn’t even an illegitimate son. Could a thief’s child actually make the legitimate young master like him? What a joke.

He did not believe it at all.

Ji Qiuchi was amused: “Alright, Young Master Wen said it himself. Remember to livestream it when the time comes; I haven’t seen anyone eat excrement yet.”

Looking at this inexplicable confidence of his, Wen Jing hesitated slightly, but soon turned his head away in disgust. Having failed to gain any advantage over Ji Wang, he sat back in his seat indignantly.

Zhao Lingyun spoke indifferently: “In the future, we will have nothing to do with him anymore. There is no need for you to pay him any more attention.”

Wen Jing smiled: “I know, Brother Yun. Speaking of which, Lin Ming has transferred here; I wonder if he will come to our class.”

Regarding Lin Ming, Zhao Lingyun was still attentive and was quite expectant at this moment. However, he had only met Lin Ming once and did not yet know how to get along with him. Nevertheless, their engagement could not just be brushed aside.

Lin Ming did indeed arrive. Not long after, he entered the classroom under the lead of the form teacher.

Ji Qiuchi had already finished reading all the life events of himself and the original host, so he naturally knew that Lin Ming would transfer here and would soon surpass the exceptionally talented original host.

The original host had stayed in the Lin family without leaving, wholeheartedly wanting to win back Zhao Lingyun. Later, he became obsessed and did many things targeting Lin Ming, having no mood to care about jewelry design at all.

As a result, he caused no harm to Lin Ming; instead, he was kicked out of the Lin family and was bullied and humiliated by Zhao Lingyun, Wen Jing, and their group.

Afterwards, he was utterly disappointed and did not intend to be entangled anymore, yet he unexpectedly was still killed by Zhao Lingyun.

Over here, as soon as Lin Ming arrived, he sat down beside him and even gave him a smile.

“Brother, I told the teacher I wanted to sit with you.”

Ji Qiuchi tilted his chin toward Wen Jing: “Sure.”

The others heard this too, their expressions full of astonishment. They did not know what Lin Ming actually meant. Was he planning to take revenge on Ji Wang?

Wen Jing’s face darkened instantly upon seeing Ji Qiuchi’s triumphant expression.

How was it possible? Could a wild chicken and a phoenix get along? Could it be that he used some kind of trickery?

This kind of suspicion soon disappeared because Lin Ming truly seemed to have a good relationship with Ji Wang. They ate together, chose the same elective courses, and even took the same car home.

When eating together, he would even help get food for Ji Wang, maintaining the appearance of a good younger brother.

In the eyes of the crowd, this true young master was indeed consistent in his outward and inward behavior—a very gentle and good person.

Wen Jing, who was observing, did not know if he was unwilling or felt it wasn’t worth it for Lin Ming, so he said to Zhao Lingyun: “Brother Yun, I reckon Lin Ming has been deceived by that kid’s pretentiousness. With this kind of personality, he looks like he will suffer a loss.”

Zhao Lingyun nodded. Perhaps the Lin family would even leave assets for Ji Wang. Thinking that way, his expression became increasingly solemn. Did he regret it? No, he just couldn’t stand the sight of it.

Sitting beside Ji Qiuchi, Lin Ming took care of him very naturally. He often shared fun things with him, chatted with him, and inquired about the progress of the courses.

System: “Host, he is such a good person, ugh.”

Ji Qiuchi: “As expected, my charm is too great; I took him down easily.”

The system glitched for a moment, then spoke firmly: “Very good, Host. You must stay confident; keep it up!”

Looking at Lin Ming who was waiting to go home with him, Ji Qiuchi also nodded with satisfaction. Lin Ming was truly very gentle and considerate to him.

However, Zhao Lingyun blocked their path at this moment and spoke.

“Lin Ming, do you want to go out and play together? I’ll take you to meet some people. They are all within the circle, and you will have interactions in the future. Some people didn’t come yesterday.”

Lin Ming’s dark eyes made Zhao Lingyun feel some pressure, and he unconsciously felt guilty. In the next second, Lin Ming spoke to Zhao Lingyun: “Brother, are you going too?”

Ji Lingyun was stunned for a moment. Wen Jing rolled his eyes: “Brother Zhao invited you. What qualification does he have to play with us?”

Ji Qiuchi: “That’s right, I have no qualification to play with you. By the way, Young Master Wen, you haven’t eaten what you promised, right? How about going to the toilet now to prepare some?”

Wen Jing exploded instantly: “Ji Wang! You!”

Lin Ming, however, interrupted him: “If Brother isn’t going, then I’m not going either. Let’s go home then.”

“Wait, let’s go together then.” Zhao Lingyun finally spoke to extend the invitation.

Wen Jing showed a displeased expression, but what could he do? He didn’t know what was going on with Lin Ming; instead of thinking of ways to suppress this wild chicken Lin Wang, he was so caring toward him.

Wen Jing had always disliked Ji Qiuchi. Seeing that Zhao Lingyun, who only a few days ago said he wouldn’t have much to do with Ji Qiuchi, actually took the initiative to invite him because of Lin Ming, he was so angry his lungs were about to burst.

The Lin family members were indeed equally annoying. Is this fellow Lin Ming an idiot?

But he still had to be patient and build a good relationship with Lin Ming. For no other reason than the fact that Lin’s Jewelry had a large business and was ranked in the top three in their area.

Over here, Zhao Lingyun brought Lin Ming and the others to a bar. Those young masters of prominent families who had things to do and didn’t go to the Lin residence, or weren’t brought there, were naturally looking toward them with expectation. As a result, they saw at a glance that Ji Wang had also come.

Lin Ming even came together with Ji Wang. Everyone’s eyes widened.

“I say, what’s the situation?”

“Brother Yun isn’t planning to… cough, do that together, right?”

“As expected, it’s not a rumor. The Lin family didn’t do anything to Ji Wang. Twenty years of raising is indeed different.”

Some naturally greeted Ji Wang as before, as if nothing had changed, but some were visibly treating Ji Wang with a terrible attitude.

“Didn’t you bring the sister-in-law over? Why is there also a former sister-in-law?”

A guy with a crew cut mocked with full malice.

Wen Jing walked to his side and let out a “Hehe” laugh: “There is nothing we can do if a certain person is thick-skinned and insists on coming. If it were me, I wouldn’t dare to see anyone.”

Ji Qiuchi didn’t even want to talk to him. His mouth wore a mocking smile as if looking at an idiot. Lin Ming, however, lifted his eyes coldly: “Wen Jing, I was the one who pulled my brother over. Also, my brother and Zhao Lingyun no longer have an engagement, and it is impossible for me to like him.”

These last words were clearly directed at the crew-cut guy.

With one sentence, everyone present fell silent. Everyone clearly didn’t expect that Lin Ming would stand up for Ji Wang.

It made everyone’s jaws drop.

“Yo, this… what was your name again? You have a grudge against me?” Ji Qiuchi was also someone who would seek revenge for even the smallest grievance; he could not let this pass so easily.

He looked at the foul-mouthed crew-cut guy: “I haven’t even met you a few times, so why are you targeting me? Could it be because of yesterday’s banquet? Yesterday at the banquet, I did indeed see someone very similar to you who was invited to attend our family banquet. Why didn’t you go? Was it because you couldn’t go?”

What other reason could there be for not being able to go? That would be identity. This kind of banquet invited respectable people. He, an unacknowledged illegitimate son who couldn’t see the light of day… The veins on the crew-cut guy’s forehead throbbed with anger. He suddenly stood up and even grabbed a wine bottle on the table. Yes, there was no offense before, but now he felt his identity had been exposed and he had lost face; Wang Hao was furious.

“I am an illegitimate son, but what about you? What kind of thing are you? You are a bastard!”

For a moment, the air solidified. Because of his actions, Lin Ming’s eyes turned dark, and his entire aura became cold and sharp.

A person nearby saw that things were not right and pulled Wang Hao back: “Alright, alright, Wang Hao, you too, you’ve had too much to drink, say a few words less.”

Lin Ming said in a deep voice: “Classmate Zhao, if this is your attitude toward guests, my brother and I had better go back. I will truthfully inform my father and mother about today’s matter.”

Zhao Lingyun glanced at Wang Hao: “Wang Hao, you’ve gone too far. Apologize to Ji Wang.”

Wang Hao wanted to refuse upon hearing Zhao Lingyun’s words, but there was a warning in the other’s eyes. Ultimately, he gritted his teeth and lowered his head. He raised his glass: “I’m sorry, Young Master Ji, Young Master Lin. I’ve had too much to drink.”

However, the veins on his forehead were throbbing, and his eyes were completely bloodshot like a vengeful ghost. He did not look like he was apologizing.

Wen Jing was also angry, but what could he do? He could only hope for Ji Wang’s bad luck and for Lin Ming to recognize what kind of person Ji Wang was sooner.

“Wen Jing, you also have to apologize to my brother,” Lin Ming said.

Wen Jing’s body stiffened, and he looked at him in disbelief. But he couldn’t say much to Lin Ming; this was the precious darling the Lin family had just found back. He could only secretly grit his teeth and offer a glass of wine in apology: “I’m sorry.”

He spoke through gritted teeth and did not have a good attitude. Ji Qiuchi did not make things difficult for them further, while the system spoke in horror.

“I think they might kill you even before Zhao Lingyun takes action. These two were the ones who enjoyed trampling on the original host the most in the first cycle.”

“Is that so? How about finding someone to sink them in a pond?” Ji Qiuchi said.

System 520 broke into a cold sweat: “Master Host, you will be caught and put in the orange house (jail).”

Ji Qiuchi chuckled and didn’t argue.

520 was even more panicked. He’s joking, right? My Master Host cannot be an outlaw!

Over here, Ji Qiuchi’s mood was quite good seeing the reluctant appearance of the two. Everyone also acted as if nothing had happened and started drinking again.

The heavy metal music of the bar resounded in the ears, the dazzling light effects blurred one’s eyes, and there was an increasingly hot crowd of dancing people.

Mm, it was indeed fun.

Lin Ming was, after all, the protagonist of this gathering, so everyone kept talking to him. Not many people looked for trouble with Ji Qiuchi. He raised his hand and took a large gulp of wine.

But he forgot; Ji Qiuchi himself had a good tolerance for alcohol, but Ji Wang did not. Just as he drank it down, his eyes began to blur.

No, this tolerance? It’s that bad?

He tried hard to support his head, but his gaze had already started to scatter. His expression was very serious, but his crimson earlobes and cheeks, his moist lips, and the snow-white swan neck under his collar made everyone unable to resist looking. His usual arrogance had turned into obedience.

Because Zhao Lingyun wanted to get close to Lin Ming, he was also sitting nearby, so he naturally noticed Ji Wang.

Looking at this face of Ji Wang, he had clearly looked at it for so many years, but why this time… his mouth and throat were inexplicably dry. Is he drunk?

He wanted to go over, but Lin Ming was one step faster in supporting Ji Wang: “Brother? Brother?”

Ji Qiuchi shook his head, but ultimately could not withstand the sleepiness and fell directly into Lin Ming’s embrace.

Everyone looked bewildered, yet unexpectedly, Lin Ming looked at the person in his arms with a softened expression and spoke: “My brother is drunk. I will take him home first.”

Zhao Lingyun mentioned there were rooms upstairs. Getting Lin Ming out would take some effort. Unexpectedly, Lin Ming refused. The person looked slender, but he directly picked him up in a princess carry: “It’s fine, he is very light. We are leaving first.”

Everyone watched the two leave with complex expressions and spoke silently, “No matter how you look at it, this member of the Lin family doesn’t seem to hate Ji Wang, right?”

“If he really hated him, he would have just thrown him away.”

“This fellow Ji Wang has an extremely deceptive face. It was quite unexpected that he could truly get along harmoniously with this true young master. I always feel that Lin Ming is not his opponent.”

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