Chapter 205: Better Than Her?
Gu Xiqiao, Baili Bin didnt answer her, but instead directed his attention toward Gu Xiqiao. She was looking at Fu Xuejun. Hello.
Fu Xuejun was surprised, she didnt expect Gu Xiqiao to react this way. Hello, Miss Gu. She glanced at the clothes that Gu Xiqiao was wearing, and smiled as she continued, I just came back from abroad, so I dont really understand the culture in the capital yet. Miss Gu, are you also from the capital?
No, Gu Xiqiao replied easily, her expression indifferent and cold, but her tone not giving any impression that she was being impolite.
Fu Xuejuns heart beat harder in her chest at the answer. Then, youre still a student, Miss Gu? Is your family alright with you coming to the capital alone?
Gu Xiqiaos eyes narrowed slightly. I dont have any family.
Is Is that so. Fu Xuejuns heart froze, feeling a chill from the smile on Gu Xiqiaos face. But when she looked again, her face had cleared up, leaving only the gentle, indifferent expression on her face. Im sorry.
While they talked, her gaze was fixated on Gu Xiqiao.
Beautiful.
Although she was only wearing ordinary sportswear, it did nothing to hide the beauty of her face. Even as a girl herself, Fu Xuejun was unable to find any flaws in Gu Xiqiao, but she didnt feel any jealousy in her heart at all.
Having good looks without anything great inside, that was something people called a flower vase.
In this era, flower vases would only be playthings to the aristocrats.
She had gone through the information that Wanqi Jue had given her. After reading it finished, relief had coursed through her. She had initially thought that with Baili Bins involvement, the girl must have some special existence. But in the end, she was just a girl that had been raised by a country woman? Compared to people like Fu Xuejun who had been receiving various kinds of education since their childhood, they were practically from different worlds.
Even if Baili Wenxi recognized her, she probably wouldnt have any thoughts about it. She would naturally let her know the difference between Gu Xiqiao and their family when the time came.
She just couldnt understand Baili Bin, leaving an upright cousin sister like her and not wanting anything to do with her, but instead wanting a wild type like Gu Xiqiao?
What benefit could someone like that give to the Baili family? Without the support of their Fu family, could the Baili family stand up against the Shi family?
He really couldnt tell the good from bad!
Fu Xuejuns eyes darkened at the thoughts that ran through her mind.
Its fine. The expression on Gu Xiqiaos face didnt change at all. I didnt take it to heart.
Thats good. Fu Xuejun didnt bother continuing on that line of conversation, and instead said, I still have a speech to give at A University. Mom, Cousin, Miss Gu, Ill excuse myself to get ready first.
She really didnt understand why her mother had called her to come over here so early in the morning.
As she said those words, she paid attention to Gu Xiqiaos expression, and as expected, the other looked like she was surprised.
Being able to give a speech as a new student in A University was already an honor.
Fu Xuejun was bored now with the interaction, she had expected to encounter a complicated and difficult person, but she didnt expect the girl to be so low-key and boring. If she knew, she wouldnt have bothered coming back in person.
Baili Wenxi finally came back to herself. From the time Fu Xuejun had raised the topic about the banquet in front of Baili Bin, she had already intended to teach her a lesson. But then this girl appeared in front of them suddenly, and Baili Wenxi fell into a trance, not bothered about Fu Xuejun at all.
When she said that she had no family, Baili Wenxi felt her heart ache. She continued to stare at Gu Xiqiao, and when the girl finally looked toward her, Baili Wenxi twisted the corner of her own clothes nervously.
She wasnt this nervous, even when she had received an international award onstage on the first time.
When those clear eyes looked at her, she could see the brightness in them, like the stars shining in the dark night, and the blue skies that reflected in them.
Before Baili Wenxi could speak, she saw the girl straighten up, her eyes looking past her to something behind her. Brother Jiang, she said.
She didnt know why, but a feeling shot through her, and she wasnt sure whether it was disappointment or relief. Baili Wenxi followed her gaze and looked back, and she was met with a cold figure walking toward them. His steps were unhurried and stable, his head slightly lowered.
Hm. Jiang Shuxuan nodded, narrowing his cold eyes at Baili Bin, before turning toward Gu Xiqiao. Why have you been here so long? He had been waiting at the intersection for a long time, but she had not turned up.
Uncle Tai went upstairs for a while. Gu Xiqiao smiled. Im helping him to look after Brother Baili.
Brother Baili? Jiang Shuxuan grabbed her hand and glanced at Baili Bin. Does he still need you to look after him, how old is he now? Was he some three year old that needed a nanny?
Brother Jiang! Gu Xiqiao chided lightly.
Jiang Shuxuan rubbed her head gently. Go back and eat first.
Baili Bin noticed that Jiang Shuxuan was still carrying two buns in his hand, and he immediately could imagine the other lining up at the shop to buy the food. Qiao Qiao, why dont you head back with Shuxuan to eat first.
Then, Ill leave first. Gu Xiqiao raised her head, seeing that Uncle Tai was already coming back toward them, she left with a peace of mind with Jiang Shuxuan.
The communication between the three of them were particularly harmonious, making it impossible for outsiders to join in. Fu Xuejun had been staring at Jiang Shuxuan the entire time, trying to contribute to the conversation, but she couldnt find the chance at all. She could only watch the two leave in the end.
She was in a daze for a long time.
Cousin, that person Fu Xuejun turned toward Baili Bin.
Baili Bins smile vanished the moment Gu Xiqiao left his sight. Werent you heading back to get ready for your speech at A University? Having said that, he turned away to exchange a few more words with Baili Wenxi, before Uncle Tai began to push him back.
He only came out every morning now with hopes that he would bump into Gu Xiqiao nowadays, after all.
And now that he already met her, there was no need to stay any longer.
Uncle Tai had respected the young mistress that was Baili Wenxi, but after hearing the words that Fu Xuejun had said, the impression of the entire family had gone down the drain, and he didnt even bother saying anything before they left.
This entire family couldnt even compare to Miss Gu.
Who do you think you are?
Fu Xuejun watched Baili Bin, but her heart was thinking about the other two who had just left. A flare of irritation well up in her, she had thought that someone like her wouldnt be worthy of her attention, but Gu Xiqiao turned out to be really something else.
That man just now, it was obvious to see that he was a handsome man that was in a high position, but why would someone like him be together with that girl?
After being so thoroughly ignored once more, Fu Xuejun still didnt feel frustrated about it, and her lips curved up into a smile.
Only one day after coming back and bumping into him twice, they really had some fate between them.
Juner, Baili Wenxi finally regained her bearings, turning her attention toward her daughter with stern eyes. Why did you talk about those things to Biner just now?
Mommy, as soon as I came back, I heard that Shi Haixuan was going to marry into the Gu family, seeing Cousin as useless. Didnt you say that his legs were better now? The Shi and Gu family are also still poking at the Baili family, I cant bear to see Cousin treated like that! (T/N: Just to clarify, this is not the same Gu that is Gu Xiqiaos family)
The explanation succeeded in slightly soothing the stern expression on Baili Wenxis face, but she still continued in a stern voice, Juner, we still have things to consider in these matters. Next time, dont talk to your cousin about this. He hasnt had it easy for the past few years, do you understand?
The year when the engagement was cancelled, the Baili family naturally understood the Shi familys reasoning, but that didnt mean that they forgave them for it. Especially during that time, it was a very serious blow dealt to Baili Bin.
And because of that, Baili Wenxi had a particularly bad impression of the Shi family.
When Fu Xuejun saw Baili Wenxis gentle expression once again, she knew that her mother had let go of the matter, and looped her arm around the older womans. Lets not talk about this anymore, I will apologize to Cousin next time I see him. Also Mom, Ive decided that I will live here.
Didnt you say you didnt want to in the beginning, because there were too many people here? Baili Wenxi was a little surprised at the sudden change of mind.
Youre living here with Daddy, will you be able to rest assured if I were to live alone outside? Fu Xuejun said, grinning brightly.
Before today, she didnt want to live here at all. But after seeing that man today, she changed her mind instantly.
Not only that, she needed to have a good relationship with Baili Bin. She hadnt wanted to bother in the past to cultivate this relationship with her cousin since it seemed like a wasted effort, but it seemed like Baili Bin wasnt a lost cause after all, if he could have a close relationship with that girl just now.
Baili Wenxi shook her head as she laughed at Fu Xuejuns words. I initially had planned to have your dad find a housekeeper, but it looks like thats not needed anymore. Ill have someone bring your bags over later. The place is a bit small, and if you feel unused to it, you can still move out later on.
Although in terms of tutoring she was very strict, Baili Wenxi spoiled Fu Xuejun in other matters. Fu Xuejun smiled again and said, Thank you, Mommy. Then lets go eat now, I have a speech today, will you be coming to watch?
I wont go this time, youve riled Biner up just now, so I will visit him again after this, Baili Wenxi said, shaking her head again.
Alright. Fu Xuejun didnt push the issue and lowered her head instead. She knew that Baili Wenxi was not going to visit Baili Bin because of the reason that she had said, but was going to ask more about Gu Xiqiao.
That was fine.
No matter what happened in the end, a person like Gu Xiqiao who didnt know anything would affect her at all.
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After having her breakfast, Gu Xiqiaos phone rang, and it turned out to be someone who hadnt contacted her for quite a while, Xu Jing.
Xu Jing: Ahhhh, you came to school yesterday and you didnt even tell me, Beauty Qiao!
Gu Xiqiao: I was afraid to disturb you.
Xu Jing: Im surprised, you actually learned to make excuses. Will you still be able to ascend to heaven?
Gu Xiqiao: My logics stands shoulder to shoulder with the sun~
Xu Jing: Are you trying to pick a fight with me?
Thinking for a while, she really hadnt been back to class for a long time, and so she replied: Ill go to school later, for class.
Xu Jing: Great! Theres going to be some event at ten, a speech by a top financial student. Ill find you after Im done with it, youre not allowed to run off!
Xu Jing: I heard its some new student, a freshman from Stanford University. It sounds awesome, she has the looks and smarts. The school forum exploded with discussions the moment a notice was sent from the uni.
After Xu Jing sent that message, she was called away by the president of the journalism department. She was now a hot shot in the department, and the president would always take her to any big happenings. She was the only person in the entire university that could contact Gu Xiqiao and Luo Wenlang, after all.
Student Luo? When Xu Jing had reached the venue, there were already a lot of people gathered around. She noted that the first row seemed to consist of the head of departments, and it looked like the university placed a great importance on this one girl from Stanford University.
She didnt expect to see Luo Wenlang here, however, and that was a real surprise!
Luo Wenlang turned his head, and he naturally remembered Xu Jing with his exceptional memory. Recalling that she was also Gu Xiqiaos roommate, and had a good relationship with her, he flashed her a smile as he greeted her, Good morning.
Youre also here? Xu Jing naturally knew Luo Wenlangs reputation in the Faculty of Economics and Management, but she didnt expect that he would turn up for this.
Just for a look see. Luo Wenlang was also reluctant, hed rather be back in Nine Heavens studying the arbitrage combinations that Gu Xiqiao had given to the group of analysts. As for Fu Xuejuns international achievements, he didnt think it was worth being called genius. You could take any plans from Nine Heavens and every single one would be far superior to whatever Fu Xuejun had done.
That was why he never intended to listen to this speech, but because the head of the management faculty had requested for his presence, he couldnt deny it.
With the presence of the higher management of the Faculty of Economics and Management, coupled with Luo Wenlangs appearance, the people who came to listen to the speech were chattering excitedly. This proved that the transfer student from Stanford University wasnt just some commoner, and they were anticipating it even more.
At this moment, Fu Xuejun stepped onto the stage.
Seeing the crowded auditorium, her confidence didnt falter a single bit.
From the heads sitting in the front row to the entire student body who was in the auditorium, every one of them couldnt help but be impressed by her attitude.
Xu Jing held up her camera the entire time, until Fu Xuejun was finished with her speech before she finally put it down. Looking at the time, she rushed out in a hurry after.
When Fu Xuejun walked out of the lecture hall, everyone surrounded her, and there were many who were exclaiming and excited about her presence. There were even two more female students beside her.
Student Fu, youre awesome! A Stanford University student! Both the girls couldnt help but exclaim.
Fu Xuejun was used to these kinds of praises, so her expression didnt change much. While listening with half a ear about the current school gossip from the two girls, she made her way toward the faculty building.
Until she saw a familiar figure.
She recognized her immediately, it was Gu Xiqiao. When she thought about it, the other should be a student here too.
Do you both know her? Fu Xuejun said, stopping suddenly, pointing at Gu Xiqiao. She was only asking out of curiosity, she didnt expect the two to actually know her anyway.
Because she thought that Gu Xiqiao wouldnt be someone who was well known.
Unexpectedly, the two girls froze suddenly, surprised coloring their faces as they exclaimed, Thats Beauty Gu!
Beauty Gu? Fu Xuejun pursed her lips, thinking it was a strange way to call somebody.
Seeing Fu Xuejuns look, the two girls explained in detail to her. Youve just transferred here, Student Fu, so you wouldnt know. Beauty Gu is our schools pet! Shes awesome, she entered the school this year as the top ranker in the national finals, and shes in the Faculty of Medicine. Only a freshman, but shes been recruited by Professor Jiang into the national labs
The research on cell fusion with Senior Zhu the last time, they managed to win the highest international award and the entire world was reporting about it. Shes definitely my idol, do you think I should go and ask for an autograph
The two girls kept chattering on, and their words echoed in Fu Xuejuns ears. She had heard a familiar term, cell fusion.
Isnt cell fusion the latest topic for the international medical organizations? She asked, a little doubtful.
Baili Wenxi had been searching for the latest medical advancement abroad, and right before they returned to China, she had inquired about the latest medical study by the international organization, cell fusion. The study had achieved various results and could be described as a research that was an impossible feat, and even a person who didnt study medicine like her couldnt help but acknowledge and admire it.
Now this girl was saying that Gu Xiqiao was involved in that research? How could that be possible?
You may not know, Student Fu, The girl was still explaining, a proud expression on her face, But the patent belongs to Gu Xiqiao and Zhu Yuan. Initially when it was going to be first publicized in A University, the international medical organization didnt believe it was anything big and thought it was just a waste of time, and sat on their arrogant a*s on their high horse, refusing to come for the reveal, and could only later see the reports later on. Im sure theyre regretting it inside their hearts now!
I see, Fu Xuejun replied with a forced smile on her face.
She recalled this morning, when she had bragged about giving a speech in A University in front of Gu Xiqiao. She had thought that the expression on Gu Xiqiaos face was surprise, but it seemed like it wasnt so?
Obtaining an international medical patent, interviewed by reporters across the country and international coverage.
Compared to her, Gu Xiqiao wasnt bad at all!
Thinking about her triumphant feelings of being better than this person before this, feeling proud that she was indeed on top of her, her face flushed angrily.
Gu Xiqiao must have been laughing inside at her the entire time this morning?!