Chapter Ten: The Slander of the Conglomerate

Within the halls of Qingye Education Center, a subtle hierarchy reigns supreme: the common students occupy one stratum, while those tethered to conglomerate lineage reside in a realm of their own. Yet, even among the scions of wealth, a nuanced echelon prevails, where only a select few merit the prestigious title and the accompanying inheritance rights.

These chosen few congregate under the auspices of the Mutual Aid Association, a clandestine society shrouded in privilege and power. Kim Ji-ya, it turns out, is one such member, though her involvement remains largely on the periphery.

"For there exists among them an individual by the name of Che Min-ho," Kim Ji-ya divulged, her countenance twisted with repulsion. "A libertine of the highest order, he's ensnared both students and faculty alike in his lascivious web."

"And to my chagrin," she continued, "he's cast his covetous gaze upon me as well."

Speaking of this, Kim Ji-ya's expression turned disgusted. According to reason, even if the offspring of conglomerates have relatively low moral standards, they at least maintain a decent facade.

But Chae Min-ho is simply insatiable, the type who can't walk past a pretty woman without making a move! Of course, there's one thing she hasn't mentioned, that the families of the other few people are bigger than the Kim family. Playing with them always makes her feel like she's being overshadowed.

"By the way, you should be careful of him. It's said that this guy has already considered Choi Joo-hyun his forbidden fruit and won't allow anyone else near her. If he finds out about this, according to his character, who knows what he might do!"

Kim Ji-ya spoke up.

This is no joke. In South Korea, conglomerates can do whatever they want!

"According to Murphy's Law, the more you worry about something, the more likely it is to happen!"

Alexandro smiled.

With an eighty percent certainty, he concluded that this Mutual Aid Society was up to something behind the scenes! Otherwise, with Kim Ji-ya's family background, daring to scheme against her without fearing retaliation, there aren't many people!

"Besides, there's also Park Hyun-jung. It's very likely that she's the mastermind behind this. This woman is cunning; it's said that she wasn't originally the heir to the family, but mysteriously, her older brother, who was ahead of her, got into trouble!"

"There are rumors circulating that she's the one behind it!"

Kim Ji-ya spoke with some trepidation.

Unlike the Kim family, where it's just her and her sister depending on each other, other conglomerate families have many heirs who vie and compete with each other. Elders even encourage this! After all, only through this can the most capable heir be selected!

"Besides, there's also Lee Jae-hyun. His family background is the best, but he's arrogant and conceited, making him the easiest to deal with!"

Kim Ji-ya continued.

Park Hyun-jung, Chae Min-ho, Lee Jae-hyun! These are the three core figures of the Mutual Aid Society!

"Interesting!"

Alexandro nodded.

They say the smaller the temple, the more spirited the deity. Even in a small place like Qingye Academy, there are so many intrigues and manipulations!

Ring ring ring!

Just then, Kim Ji-ya's phone suddenly rang.

Looking at it, she was surprised: "It's that vixen calling!"

"Answer it!"

Alexandro said.

So Kim Ji-ya answered on speakerphone.

Choi Joo-hyun's voice came from the other end: "Is this Alexandro? Lee Jae-hyun just came to see me earlier!"

She seemed certain that Alexandro was next to Kim Ji-ya and continued:

"He wants me to arrange a meeting with you at the hotel tomorrow, to exercise together, and then secretly film it with a camera!"

"There will be police outside the hotel!"

"And he gave me some money to insist that you raped me!"

Beep beep beep!

Before she could finish her sentence, the call was cut off.

Kim Ji-ya's mouth fell open in shock, and she quickly dialed back, but the phone was already turned off.

"This..."

She looked at Alexandro, completely dumbfounded.

"No need to call back. She's probably been controlled and was looking for an opportunity to inform me!"

Alexandro narrowed his eyes.

He hadn't expected the other party's actions to be so quick and straightforward! But it must be said, it's very effective! If there really is a video, and Choi Joo-hyun insists on it, then both the testimonial and physical evidence will be there, enough to send Alexandro to jail for several years! And once in prison, getting rid of someone for a conglomerate is as easy as pie!

Cruel! Truly cruel!

Alexandro almost suspected if he had killed the other's entire family at some point!

"Lee Jae-hyun!"

He narrowed his eyes, flashing a dangerous light.

"This does seem like his style. He never leaves any room for doubt and anyone who offends him will be ruthlessly dealt with!"

Kim Ji-ya also realized this and immediately looked nervous.

"Fortunately, that vixen gave me a heads up. You absolutely can't go tomorrow!"

She patted her chest, looking relieved:

"In this way, that guy Lee Jae-hyun won't have a chance. I'll have my sister warn him!"

"Warn?"

Alexandro's expression turned icy as he revealed a cold smile.

"No need!" he declared. "The best way to deal with these kinds of people is to strike them down with one blow, rendering them no longer a threat!"

"Are you saying you're going to kill him?" Kim Ji-ya's eyes widened in shock. Lee Jae-hyun wasn't just some minor character like Lee Do-jun or Che Yoo-sung; if he died, it would undoubtedly cause a massive uproar! Even if the deed was flawlessly executed, there would still be suspicions! Conglomerates don't operate like the police; they don't require evidence! Just having suspicions is enough! It's better to kill the wrong person than to let one go! This is the style of many conglomerates!

"He's just a minor character, not worth the risk for me," Alexandro replied confidently.

Alexandro chuckled, his fingers caressing the strands of Kim Ji-ya's hair.

"Do you know what the most dreaded label is for an offspring of a conglomerate family?" he asked.

"What?" Kim Ji-ya's eyes squinted, savoring his touch like a cat.

"Stupidity," he replied...