Chapter 44 Amber ranked last again - dead last , scoring zero this time . The school summoned her guardian , and Jocelyn arrived , gently stroking Amber's karto comfort her . Jocelyn shrugged and said , " Madam , how can you blame Amber for her poor grades ? Studying isn't the only path in life , respect her if she wants to get zeros , then beros it is . " Emboldened by Jocelyn , Amber retorted defiantly to the teacher , " Yeah , I just hate studying . Why blame for failing ? Maybe it's your lousy teaching " The teacher was both stunned and furious , saying , " Do you think it's proper to say something like this ? She's in her senior year . This is a critical juncture Her studies should be the absolute priority . " Instead of doing everything possible to help her improve her grades , you're here arguing with me . " She prided herself on being a seasoned teacher who treated every student equally . The class had a great learning atmosphere . Everyone managed to stay above the passing line . Everyone , that was , except Amber , If it hadn't been for Amber petting a zero on this test , the teacher wouldn't have called her guardian . But to the teacher's utter astonishment , this was how the guardian behaved . ' How could someone like this properly raise a child ? She was clearly the one corrupting Amber , the teacher wondered Jocelyn smiled and said , " Madam , how we raise Amber is none of your business . Just do your job properly . Amber doesn't like studying . She just needs to be happy " I always respect her choices and never force her to do anything difficult . If there's nothing else , we'll be leaving now . " The teacher's rage reached to peak , Jocelyn led Amber out of the school . As they reached the school gate , Amber glanced up and asked in a small , hesitant voice , " Jocelyn , was I wrong to talk back to the teacher like that ? Jocelyn looked at her and gently asked , " Amber , why would you even think that way ? " Amber hesitated , her pretty eyes looking up at Jocelyn . " But all my classmates say the teacher is really nice . They all like her . " Jocelyn said gently , " Amber , don't be silly . They're just jealous . " Amberlooked puzzled . " Jealous of me ? Why ? " Jocelyn patiently explained , " Your classmates are too afraid to stand up to the teacher's authority , but you have the courage . Remember not to listen to their nonsense . Just trust me , okay ? " You can tell this teacher isn't a good person . I've told you before that some teachers use after - school tutoring as an excuse to keep students behind and abuse them . " So if a teacher ever asks you to go to his or her office or keeps you after class for homework , you must fight back . Shout loudly that you don't want to Got it ? " Amber nodded blankly , " Okay , I get it . I'll always trust you , Jocelyn , no matter what . " have some more fun . Jocelyn gently took Amber's hand . " Come on , you didn't have your fill of fun at the gaming café last time , did you ?! " Amber , remember one thing . Your happiness matters most . If anyone makes you unhappy , don't hesitate to stand up for yourself . " Amber wanted to mention that the gaming calé didn't accept minors , but seeing Jocelyn's knowing smile , she swallowed her words . 1/2 Chapter 44 Amber obediently followed Jocelyn inside and sat down to start gaming with her , Noticing Amber looking thirsty , a boy nearby bought her a bottle of water and , with a friendly smile , handed it over . " Thirsty he asked The seal's still intact . It's yours ." The little girl looked so lovely , with her short bob , delicate skin , and pretty features , Remembering Jocelyn's words , Amber violently slapped away the water bottle and snarled , " As you trying to mess with me ? Take a good look at yourself , you worthless creep . " I'd never be interested in you . Don't even think about it . I've seen plenty of lowlifes like you before ." The man , still utterly confused after being hit with a verbal tirade , stood up , picked up the water bottle from the floor, muttered , " Are you crazy ? " and walked away . AD