After failing to find a barbershop around the school, Lin Yu encountered Tang Manman once again. Irritated at the prospect of having to interact with her more, he reserved no kindness for the instigator of their trouble, scolding them harshly. The bullies retreated, leaving Tang Manman alone and vulnerable on the ground.

Tang Manman's appearance was disheveled; her once pristine school uniform was tarnished with dirt and footprints. Despite her efforts to preserve her dignity, her clothes were partially torn, exposing her fragile frame.

Contemplating the scene, Lin Yu wrestled with his wish to limit his interaction with Tang Manman due to fears of enacting a tragic ending. Nevertheless, seeing her in distress, he felt compelled to help, albeit minimally.

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“I’ll be right back,” he assured her coldly before running off to a nearby shop.

Returning with an oversized tracksuit, he found her still huddled on the ground, tears streaming down her face. Despite her initial fear at his approach, the recognition seemed to offer her some solace.

Without much conversation, Lin Yu tossed the tracksuit to her and left, maintaining a distance to avoid further entanglement.

Reflecting on the incident, Lin Yu continued his quest to rid himself of his cumbersome hairstyle, only to find his plans thwarted by the early closing of local barber shops. Defeated, he accepted the haircut would have to wait.