Despair Game

Chapter 5 Protection

Although Jin Xiaofeng paused, the atmosphere suddenly became even more tense. I noticed that Zhao Lili was clenching her fists, seemingly trying to hold back something. Standing beside her, her best friend Zhang Ya also had a complicated expression as she looked at Jin Xiaofeng.

I always felt that something was off with the three of them!

At that moment, Ye Jin quietly stood up, preparing to slip away, but Jin Xiaofeng kicked him down again.

"Even if this slut took the initiative, don't you know how to refuse? I'm not finished with you!" Jin Xiaofeng cursed at Ye Jin while pointing at him. Then he glared at Zhao Lili. However, Zhao Lili couldn't hold back any longer and shouted at Jin Xiaofeng:

"Enough! Jin Xiaofeng! What right do you have to call me a slut? Do you think I don't know about your conversations with Zhang Ya on WeChat?"

"You and your husband calling each other so affectionately while intentionally keeping me out to go to the hotel. Ha, was it necessary? It seems that you, Jin Xiaofeng, enjoy the thrill of cheating!"

My goodness! Hearing Zhao Lili's words, I couldn't believe it. We were just high school students after all.

Like me, the surrounding classmates were also shocked and started discussing it.

Jin Xiaofeng was somewhat surprised by Zhao Lili's revelation, but then his expression turned angry. For rich kids like him, maintaining their image was more important than anything else. Zhao Lili's exposure in public undoubtedly caused him to lose face.

While Zhao Lili seemed unfazed by speaking up, Zhang Ya, who stood by the side, felt extremely embarrassed.

Most of the students in the class didn't discuss Jin Xiaofeng much. The topic of conversation revolved around Zhang Ya because in their eyes, she was like a third party in the adult world.

"Zhang Ya is indeed promiscuous. She's always so licentious. I didn't expect her to secretly seduce Brother Feng, heh."

"I guess Zhang Ya will end up being someone's mistress in the future, sigh."

People were talking one after another, and some gossipmongers deliberately raised their voices to make sure Zhang Ya heard them.

Zhang Ya's face turned red, and I noticed that she discreetly glanced at Jin Xiaofeng. However, Jin Xiaofeng turned his head away, showing no intention of acknowledging her.

Although we were all classmates, this scandal was uncomfortable for anyone involved, let alone for a girl.

I thought this matter would pass like that, but it seemed that Zhang Ya didn't want to bear the blame alone. She bit her lip and stood up.

"I admit what happened between Xiaofeng and me, but what about you, Zhao Lili? Are you brave enough to admit your own affairs?"

Zhao Lili didn't expect Zhang Ya to suddenly come forward and speak against her, especially since they were close friends.

"Zhang Ya?" Zhao Lili clearly knew what Zhang Ya was referring to and shouted with a frown.

Zhang Ya smiled sarcastically and raised her voice, saying, "Remember the time we went to the pedestrian street? A handsome college student approached you, and you went to a hotel with him that night. Have you forgotten?"

After Zhang Ya exposed Zhao Lili, Zhao Lili shook her head uncomfortably, seemingly unwilling to explain any further.

Everyone was once again shocked by these two girls. Even Jin Xiaofeng seemed unaware of this matter, looking at Zhao Lili as she shook her head incessantly.

After the two girls finished speaking, they fell silent. Women can be so venomous, it's terrifying.

At that moment, the class bell rang.

Finally, I snapped out of it. The stories of these three classmates were too explosive. It was hard to imagine such things happening in our sophomore class, especially between the two girls.

I knew their relationship would never be mended again. Everyone gradually returned to their seats, except for Jin Xiaofeng, who couldn't be persuaded.

When the teacher entered the classroom and saw Jin Xiaofeng standing at his desk, they asked, "What's wrong with you? Go back to your seat and get ready for class!"

Jin Xiaofeng clenched his fists and suddenly let out a loud shout, then rushed out of the classroom.

I was startled, thinking he might jump off the building like He Peng. So I quickly went after him, but luckily, he only ran downstairs.

When we returned, we were scolded by the teacher, but I still felt relieved.

During this time, the WeChat group that had been silent for so long finally became active again.

The little devil still sent a smiling emoji and then said, "A new round of the game has begun. Everyone, continue grabbing the red envelopes. This time, the Luck King can announce any game on my behalf! Any game is allowed!"

After that, a red envelope of 500 yuan was sent instantly.

"This game doesn't seem dangerous at all. No matter how we grab it, we're all on the same side."

"Yeah, this little devil is finally back to normal."

"As long as the Luck King plays any game, we're all safe."

Seeing the words of the little devil, I also felt good. It seemed like the gloom from before could finally pass. But little did I know, this game was the true beginning in every sense!

"I grabbed over fifty this time, but unfortunately, I'm not the Luck King."

"Damn, I only grabbed a little over ten bucks."

"Who is the Luck King?"

I suddenly noticed a pattern. It seemed that once someone became the Luck King, they wouldn't continue to receive red envelopes. I don't know if it was because we had too many people in our class.

Everyone was curious about who the Luck King was, and discussions were abound.

A few minutes later, someone shouted in the group, "The Luck King is Jin Xiaofeng!"

Jin Xiaofeng! He also participated in this red envelope grabbing game. I thought he was emotionally affected and wouldn't join in, but after running out of the classroom, he quietly continued to participate and had good luck.

However, something felt off to me. Why did I feel uneasy when he became the Luck King?

I glanced at Ye Jin, who was trembling all over, and instantly understood.

If Jin Xiaofeng was the Luck King, he could choose someone to play a game. But if he wanted to retaliate against someone, he could naturally select them to play a harsh game. Ye Jin had clearly realized this.

The little devil sent a smiling emoji, as if everything was under their control, and then said, "Luck King, please specify the game."

Jin Xiaofeng quickly replied with a few words, "I want Ye Jin dead! I want him dead! He must die today!"

Oh no! I quickly typed, "Jin Xiaofeng, calm down. This isn't good. We're all classmates."

Jin Xiaofeng didn't respond to me, but Zhao Lili also started replying:

"Xiaofeng, I know I was wrong in this matter. Take back your words. Xiang Nan is right. We're all classmates. Let's not cause any more trouble."

Apart from a few individuals, most of the class remained united, advising Jin Xiaofeng in the group to withdraw his command.

However, Jin Xiaofeng remained silent throughout.

When everyone had quieted down, the little devil finally typed a line, "In this game, Ye Jin must die within eight hours."

"Die?"

"So straightforward? Is this game solely about Ye Jin playing a 'death' game?"

...

I was speechless. Originally, everyone could have been safe this time, but Jin Xiaofeng had to create another mess.

Ye Jin sat in his seat, looking uneasy with his head lowered. I knew that he was the most innocent one in all of this.

I checked the time, realizing that the eight-hour limit would end at midnight. As long as we could hold on until then, the time limit would expire, proving that the little devil's game could be cracked.

I felt that we couldn't just sit and wait for our fate; we had to actively find a way to rescue ourselves.

After class, I gathered my courage and ran up to the podium, asking everyone to quiet down. I spoke earnestly, "Dear classmates, our class has already experienced too many incidents due to the little devil's game. As I mentioned before, I don't want to lose any more of our classmates. So we must unite and not passively wait for our fate. We need to actively find a way to crack this game."

"Since the game aims for Ye Jin to die within eight hours, let's actively do our best to protect him. As long as we surpass the eight-hour mark without Ye Jin dying, it will prove that the little devil's game can be cracked!"

"Starting from now, I will protect Ye Jin throughout the entire duration, and I hope everyone can help!"

I thought that after delivering my speech, there would be enthusiastic applause. However, everyone stared at me apathetically, showing no signs of approval. Except for Ye Jin, who looked grateful, no one seemed interested in my words.

Of course, Su always supported me, but she didn't have the courage to speak up.

At that moment, the class monitor, Qin Yong, stood up. Qin Yong had strong leadership skills in the class and usually kept a low profile. He hadn't said much during this game either, but now he took the initiative to speak.

"I think Xiang Nan makes a lot of sense. Instead of being at the mercy of others, we should give it our all. Just think about it, this game has no end. If it were you next time, what would you do? I will protect Ye Jin alongside Xiang Nan."

Being the class monitor, Qin Yong's influence was significant, and with his lead, everyone started raising their hands enthusiastically.

Without further delay, we spontaneously arranged for Ye Jin to sit in the middle of the classroom. The class monitor and a few trustworthy classmates surrounded him, and we collected any sharp and dangerous objects like knives or pens.

Even when he went to the restroom, two people would accompany him for protection.

As we watched the minutes and seconds tick away, we didn't go back to the dormitory after evening self-study. Since our dorms had too many belongings, we felt it was safer to stay in the classroom. As long as we made it past midnight, it would prove our success.

I asked Su to go back to the dormitory and rest, assuring her that I would inform her if anything happened.

In this way, there were about ten students who volunteered to stay in the classroom. Ye Jin remained seated in the center, while others sat around him.

By now, it was late at night. To avoid drawing attention, we turned off the lights, and the surroundings became dark, with only sporadic light from outside seeping in.

Ye Jin hadn't eaten since the afternoon, so I handed him a bread roll. He was so grateful that he almost cried. Smiling at me, he said, "Thank you, Xiang Nan. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't know what to do."

"It's okay, don't think too much—"

Bang!

Before I could finish my sentence, the ceiling fan in the classroom suddenly dropped without warning and landed directly on Ye Jin's head.

He had the bread roll in his mouth, his eyes wide open as he collapsed onto the desk, his head already a bloody mess.

Warm blood splattered across my face!