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Time quickly passed to the third year of university. This was a crucial year, concerning graduate school applications, studying abroad, and future career planning. Everyone was working hard for their future.
However, Lu Ze faced his first significant setback at this critical juncture in his life. The issue stemmed from an important internship recommendation.
Our college had a collaborative project with a top domestic financial company, which provided several valuable internship positions each year. Those who performed exceptionally well even had the chance to receive job offers upon graduation. In my last life, this opportunity undoubtedly fell into Lu Ze's hands. With excellent grades (thanks to my "help"), competition awards, and connections from the the Lu Family, he easily secured this chance and smoothly entered the core circle of the financial industry after graduation.
But this life was entirely different.
Lu Ze's grades had long since plummeted. His previous competition results not only failed to impress but also became a source of embarrassment. His poor record of clashing with teachers further disqualified him from any accolades. Most importantly, he had been restless throughout the second half of his sophomore year, completely distracted from his studies, and his professional skills had significantly lagged behind.
Meanwhile, I emerged as one of the strongest contenders for this recommendation slot due to my perfect GPA, top-tier competition honors, several impressive research projects, and strong endorsements from renowned professors.
When the preliminary selection list was released, I was on it while Lu Ze's name was nowhere to be found. This outcome felt like a resounding slap in the face, striking hard against Lu Ze and his once-proud self-esteem.
He could not accept this reality. I heard that he confronted the counselor responsible for recommendations and the department head, causing a scene and demanding to know why he wasn't included.
"Isn't my ability enough? Why does Gu Yan get to be on the list?"
"There must be some underhanded tactics involved! She's always been jealous of me!"
The counselor and department head naturally dismissed his unreasonable outburst. The selection process for recommendation slots had strict procedures and standards; Lu Ze's qualifications simply did not meet them, making his exclusion entirely justified.
After hitting a wall, Lu Ze did not reflect on himself but instead became more convinced that I was "persecuting" him. He began spreading negative rumors about me in various settings, claiming I was scheming and would stop at nothing for the slot, even implying that I had an inappropriate relationship with a certain evaluator teacher.
These slanders were malicious and despicable, but I was no longer the easily crushed Gu Yan from my last life. I chose not to argue with him or waste time clarifying things. Instead, I gathered evidence of Lu Ze's defamation against me, including screenshots of chat records and witness statements, and sent a letter of attorney to his dormitory.
Defamation comes with legal consequences.
The impact of the letter was immediate. Lu Ze clearly did not expect me to take such action and panicked. Although the the Lu Family had some money, they were far from being able to disregard the law.
He quickly deleted all false statements and posted a public apology on the college bulletin board. Although the wording was evasive and reluctant, he ultimately admitted his mistakes.
This farce turned Lu Ze into a complete joke within the academy. His reputation plummeted, and by extension, Lin Weiwei also faced her share of disdain.
"How tasteless; if he can't do it himself, he resorts to slandering others."
"How did we not notice his poor character before?"
"Lin Weiwei too; how could she fall for a man like this?"
Gossip surged toward them like a tidal wave.
Meanwhile, I focused solely on preparing for the Financial Company Internship interview. With my solid professional knowledge, clear logical thinking, and maturity that surpassed my peers, I successfully navigated through the rigorous selection process and received that coveted Internship offer.
When the news broke, many in the academy congratulated me. I smiled and responded to each one, feeling calm inside. This was all well-deserved.
In stark contrast, Lu Ze faced disciplinary action from the academy due to the defamation incident and his previous misconduct. This record would follow him throughout his academic career, leaving an irreversible negative impact on his future.
At that moment, the gears of fate turned with a clear sound.
In Last Life, Lu Ze had walked a flowery path built on my sacrifices and efforts. In This Life, however, he had destroyed his own future with his narrow-mindedness, foolishness, and poor choices.
As for me, I broke free from my shackles and rediscovered myself, striding confidently toward a future that was brighter and broader than in Last Life.
We had become the most ironic contrast. His life began to plummet while my destiny welcomed a true turning point, soaring upward.
It felt wonderful. Watching him pay the price for his own stupidity was more satisfying than mere revenge could ever be.
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