Chapter 29: The Qiao Family Only Prospered in Recent Years

Qiao Nian was filled with astonishment.

She picked up a package and flipped through it; it was a brand commonly used by girls.

Were these sanitary pads also something he had prepared for her?

How did Ye Wangchuan know her stomach was uncomfortable and that her period was coming?

Qiao Nian considered herself to have more endurance than the average person. She truly couldn't figure out how he had seen through her. It seemed her stomach only hurt when she stood up to save someone; she had simply rubbed her lower abdomen with her hand—had he noticed even that small gesture?

"..."

Qiao Nian took out all the sanitary pads, selected a hoodie from within them, and closed the wardrobe door.

After changing her clothes, Qiao Nian rummaged through her shoulder bag for her laptop and placed it on the desk.

She wasn't sure what the specifications of her computer were, but it booted up instantly without a single stutter.

As soon as it turned on, a message popped up from a hidden QQ group.

[Wei Lou Gao Bai Chi: Qiao Xiaonian, the medicine has been sold. The price hit a new high this time. Since you have so much medicine anyway, why not buy a couple more next month?]

[Wei Lou Gao Bai Chi: I've transferred the money to your card, take a look.]

[Wei Lou Gao Bai Chi: Oh, one more thing. The person seeking medical treatment mentioned that in addition to money, they can agree to do one thing for you—anything that doesn't cross the legal line! That person has connections in Beijing. Do you want to consider it?]

The corners of Qiao Nian's eyes were cold and agitated, her gaze dark as her slender fingers flew across the keyboard.

[QN: Not interested.]

*Beep beep.*

Just as Qiao Nian closed the chat box, another message popped up.

Rubbing her temples, she opened the message irritably.

It was still a message from Wei Lou.

[Wei Lou Gao Bai Chi: You're finally online. I thought you weren't using your computer today.]

[Wei Lou Gao Bai Chi: I told the Qiao family that once we finish this last project, we're done. No more cooperation after that.]

[Wei Lou Gao Bai Chi: Actually, they never had the qualifications to work with me in the first place. You elevated them to a height they didn't belong to, and now they've gotten cocky, thinking they're something special and trying every way to get rid of you. Let them see what the Qiao family is worth without you.]

Qiao Nian leaned back in her chair, her eyes cold and desolate. She stared at the flickering screen, not replying for a long time.

The Qiao family used to have a little money, but they truly struck it rich only in recent years...

...

Meanwhile, at the Qiao residence.

Qiao Weimin had just finished a call with Qiao Chen's homeroom teacher, informing her that Qiao Chen would be recommended for admission to the Academy of Fine Arts after the Gaokao.

"Is that so? That is wonderful news! Truly a great thing! The Academy of Fine Arts is one of the best schools for the arts. If Qiao Chen gets in there, her future is bright!"

The thought of a student in her class getting into a prestigious school without needing the Gaokao naturally brought a smile to the teacher's face, and she couldn't stop complimenting Qiao Weimin over the phone.

"President Qiao is truly blessed to have such a well-behaved and sensible daughter. Chenchen is also one of our top students; many students in the class look up to her as a role model. I'll share this good news with them during tomorrow morning's assembly."

Qiao Weimin took good care of himself, and with his business thriving over the last few years without much pressure, he showed no fine lines despite being in his forties. He carried the air of a proud, successful man.

In response to the teacher's flattery, he smiled slightly, his eyes shifting as he suddenly said, "By the way, Teacher Chen, there is one more thing I would like to ask of you..."

Chen Xi agreed readily, "Please, President Qiao, go ahead. Chenchen is my star student. As long as it's within my power to help, I will certainly do so."

(End of Chapter)