Chapter 88: Shin’s lecture
But both teachers returned his look with the same expression of helpless surrender.
It was clear now, any attempt to mediate was pointless. With lawyers now involved on both sides, there was no hope for a calm resolution, let alone a private settlement.
The Dean pinched the bridge of his nose, feeling the beginnings of a tension headache. He had half a mind to call the parents but the fact that both parties had sent lawyers instead of showing up in person made one thing clear: they couldn’t be bothered.
It was like the parents had handed their kids swords and told them, "Go ahead. Duel it out."
He was fully aware that the Rhian family ranked higher in the social hierarchy than the Zhi family.
But the moment Nathaniel Armour walked in, one whose presence alone could silence a courtroom, the message was unmistakable: Yeri wasn’t just some favoured daughter. She was a Zhi, through and through, and her family had her back completely.
"I don’t think this matter can be resolved at the school level any longer," he said, voice hoarse. "With lawyers involved from both parties, I’ll escalate this to the school board for formal arbitration."
"Understood," Nathaniel said, nodding. "In the meantime, I will file an official request for the school to release all internal communications, forum archives, and dormitory CCTV footage relevant to this case."
Tiffany’s lawyer opened his mouth to protest, but Nathaniel raised a hand with that same serene, unnerving calm. "I’d advise you not to speak further, you’ve already said more than enough to risk malpractice if this goes public."
The Dean’s head drooped as if a full decade had been added to his life. This was supposed to be a simple disciplinary hearing, not the opening scene of a courtroom drama.
He stood up with effort and said stiffly, "You are all dismissed for now. A notice will be sent regarding the board’s next steps. Until then, please refrain from further interaction or provocation within school premises."
Yeri stood gracefully, nodding at the Dean and teachers. "Thank you for your time."