Xue Yan's eyes were somewhat red.
Although he didn't say anything, he knew. If he didn't come to the banquet today, the gentlemen would definitely think that he really didn't want them to see them and didn't treat them as peers.
This was the first time that the teacher had ever brought a ruler with him when he went out. It was obvious that it was specially prepared for him.
Seeing his favorite student like this, Mister Lu actually couldn't keep fighting, but he still did. He even hit the kid five times.
It could be considered a peace offering.
"You don't have to answer me," Mister Lu said lightly as he handed the ruler back to Xiao Tong. "You're a smart child. You must know this very well." He paused. "Don't ever do this in the future."
"Yes... Sir." Xue Yan still choked.