Chapter 38

"Xavier is really magnanimous. If it were me, I would have fought back and beaten Icarus until he begged for mercy!" "Exactly! Xavier is so strong. If he had actually retaliated, Icarus would have ended up in the hospital tonight! What was Icarus thinking, attacking someone as nice as Xavier?" "I bet he's just jealous that Xavier is richer, taller, and better-looking than him. He's just bitter!" The surrounding classmates chattered loudly, not caring if Icarus heard them. Icarus remained silent and calmly watched as Xavier put on his performance. At this moment, Ruth suddenly stepped in front of him and said, "Icarus, apologize to Xavier." He squinted slightly at her without saying a word. "Apologize to Xavier right now! You were in the wrong!" She raised her voice at him. A flicker of satisfaction crossed Xavier's eyes when he saw this. This was the reason for his act—he wanted to drive a wedge between Icarus and Ruth. But Icarus remained silent. "You've hurt Xavier so badl