Chapter 120 - The Top Three


    After their release, they would undoubtedly persist in their wicked ways.


    Moral constraints were futile with such individuals.


    They would feel no shame in being incarcerated.


    Naturally, all this hinged on one condition: the woman had reported the incident to the police.


    Had she not made that call, these individuals wouldn''t have even seen the inside of a jail cell.


    What purpose did such vile beings serve in the world?


    This was precisely why Ye Hao was determined to see them punished.


    Ye Hao then set this issue aside and powered up hisputer to continue his research on ancient poetry.


    With the results being announced tomorrow and the qualifiers soon after, Ye Hao had little time to spare.


    Truth be told, Ye Hao didn''t need to review these materials; his score alone was more than sufficient to secure the title of champion.


    Yet, Ye Hao was a stickler for perfection.


    The College Proverb Championship was an annual event that captivated families nationwide with its live broadcasts.


    ”I''m Wen Xing, a reporter with the Weyphia Daily Newspaper Office. ording to my sources, this year''s top three achievers have all entered the National Proverb Championship,” Wen Xing said, her demeanor more mature and her speech smoother than just a few months prior.


    “Ye Hao from Weyphia City is alsopeting.”


    “As many know, four months ago, Ye Hao missed the SAT exam and, consequently, the champion title. What will his performance be in this year''s National Proverb Championship eliminations?”


    “Let''s wait and see.”


    Wen Xing was eager to get in touch with Ye Hao for an exclusive interview.


    But she couldn''t get through to his phone.


    While reporting, Wen Xing scanned the surroundings and then spotted Ye Hao.


    “There''s Ye Hao! Follow me, quickly,” she called out, dashing toward him with the camera crew in tow.


    Ye Hao turned and greeted Wen Xing with a smile, “Here we are again.”


    ncing at the camera, Wen Xing asked, “Ye Hao, do you have a message for the students of Weyphia?”


    “Is this live?” Ye Hao whispered.


    Wen Xing gave a subtle nod.


    “I want to say that your background isn''t everything. I fondly remember my time at Spring Hill School. Without it, I wouldn''t be the person I am today,” Ye Hao shared thoughtfully.


    As the program aired, the leadership at Spring Hill School couldn''t hide their astonishment. Ye Hao had managed to avoid mentioning anyone or anything rted to Oak Park High School throughout the broadcast.


    ”Ye Hao, what ce do you think you''ll achieve with this year''s performance?” Wen Xing posed the eagerly anticipated question.


    “I missed my chance at the top spot during the SATs. This time, I won''t let first ce slip through my fingers again,” Ye Hao dered deliberately to the camera.


    His statement quickly went viral, amassing over a million views online. The Weyphia City media covered Ye Hao''s story extensively.


    ”Does he really think winning the Proverb Championship is that easy?”


    “The champion, runner-up, and third ce are all here this time. How can Ye Hao be so bold?”


    “Ye Hao has the audacity to make such ims because he has the strength to back them up. Remember, four months ago during the SATs, he was on the verge of scoring a perfect thousand.”


    “And what if Ye Hao''s Mouso is weak?”


    “Even if Ye Hao''s Mouso werecking, he could still easily secure a spot at one of the top six universities.”


    Opinions were split on Ye Hao''s audacious promation, with many rallying behind him and many others casting doubt.


    Lee Qianqian watched the self-assured young man on the television, her gaze filled with deep affection.


    “He''s far too cocky,” Xie Ningmented with a chill in her voice.


    “Cockiness requires a certain level of capital,” retorted Lee Qianqian, turning to face Xie Ning.


    “He''s bound to fall short of any significant achievements in life,” Xie Ning remarked, her skepticism about Ye Hao growing.


    Lee Qianqian remained silent, choosing instead to wait quietly for the oue.


    Faang Wen, upon viewing the news, couldn''t suppress a sneer.


    “The Faang family has been a lineage of schrs for generations. Ye Hao, what do you have that could possibly challenge me?”


    While Faang Wen might not have been entirely confident in other areas, his prowess in ssical literature made him a standout among his peers.


    As time ticked away, the moment of truth arrived at 9 o''clock. A vast red cloth was unveiled to reveal a name on the screen behind it.


    ”In 521st ce is Zou Lina from Bear Mountain School, scoring 740 points.”


    “Can you believe Bear Mountain School wasn''t eliminated?”


    As students buzzed with conversation, a second name shed onto the screen.


    “In 42nd ce is Xu Mengmeng from Riverdale College, scoring 818 points.”


    “iming the 11th spot is Ann Feng from Westwood Institute with 868 points.”


    At that moment, the crowd was electrified with anticipation.


    The national media''s eyes were glued to the massive screen.


    “10th ce goes to Zhao Fanghua of Comprehensive University, with 885 points.”


    “9th ce is awarded to Ling Hongyuan from the University of Political Science and Law, scoring 886 points.”


    “8th ce belongs to Qian Sihong from the Military Academy, with 888 points.”


    “7th ce is Kong Mingxuan from the University of Finance and Economics, scoring 889 points.”


    “Mo Haoyuan from Cypress Institute takes 6th ce with 891 points.”


    “In 5th ce is Xiang Yong from the University of Political Science and Law, with a score of 899 points.”


    “4th ce is Lee Xun from Comprehensive University, with an impressive 958 points.”


    The revtion of Lee Xun''s score sent a shockwave through the audience.


    The staggering 59-point gap between 5th and 4th ce was beyond anyone''s expectations.


    “It''s not even close to the same league.”


    “Fourth ce is a whole 59 points ahead of fifth.”


    “Have you noticed all the top ten are from the six elite academies?”


    “Wait, there''s an exception.”


    “True, there are two spots left for the elite six, which must be Faang Wen and Ming Yue. That means a university has broken into the top three.”


    “Who could the dark horse be?”


    “Could it be Ye Hao?”


    “There''s a real chance. He''s got genuine talent.”


    “If Ye Hao clinches the title, it''ll be a blow to Faang Wen''s pride.”


    “Still, the odds of Ye Hao taking the crown seem slim.”


    By now, many students were specting that Ye Hao had made it into the top three.