บท 308: Reading in Public

Xia Wan continued, "But I don't think selling clothes is tarnishing the class atmosphere. My father got injured during the break and had surgery in the hospital, costing 3,000 yuan. If I hadn't sold clothes, our family couldn't have afforded the medical expenses at all. Moreover, I didn't neglect my studies while working."

Song Zhi immediately retorted, "You claim you didn't neglect your studies? Then prove it. Recite the Preface to King Teng Pavilion for us."

However, Xia Wan ignored her and simply looked at Jiang Rong.

Her words were directed at Jiang Rong, not Song Zhi.

If Song Zhi wanted her to recite, she would. She wasn't concerned about her image.

Jiang Rong also felt torn.

If Xia Wan's circumstances were as she described, working out of financial necessity, it showcased a commendable spirit.

Yet, the most critical matter was focusing on studies. She couldn't openly encourage everyone to work.