The fallout from the memorial assembly swept through Haisheng Academy like a raging storm. Within twenty-four hours, the story hit local news outlets, shattering the school's pristine reputation.
Kexin was taken directly into custody. Because of the overwhelming public outrage and the undeniable video evidence, the court showed no leniency. She was sentenced to a juvenile detention center, with a binding court order stating that the moment she turned eighteen next year, she would be transferred straight to a adult state prison to serve out the remainder of her life sentence. Her parents, desperate to save what little remained of their family name and business connections, did not even try to appeal the verdict.
