Chapter 121: Who is the boss lady?

Chapter 121: Who is the boss lady?

TL: Etude

Autumn is a season suitable for romance, as the autumn leaves throughout the campus have turned golden yellow, presenting a unique charm.

During this season, at Linchuan University, one could easily spot couples strolling along walkways piled with fallen leaves, their love imbued with a flair akin to idol dramas amidst the desolate autumn wind.

However, Gao Wenhui was not happy.

She had no interest in dating; she just wanted to ship couples.

Based on her observations over the week, Jiang Qin appeared less frequently, while Feng Nanshu became increasingly silent.

Her daily routine of attending classes, eating, and sleeping was carried out expressionlessly, lacking her previous vivacity and liveliness.

Whispers circulated among the students of Finance Class 4, speculating that Feng Nanshu and Jiang Qin had broken up, which seemed to explain her growing aloofness.

But what they didnt know was that this was actually Feng Nanshus true nature.

Her expression was cold like the moonlight on a frosty night, her gaze as frozen as the snow, seemingly detached from the world, confining her heart to a tiny world of her own.

That world was heavily guarded, locked with the strongest of locks, to which even she did not possess the key.

As dusk fell after sunset, the last class of Finance Class 4 ended.

Feng Nanshu, holding her books, silently walked out of the lecture hall. After returning to her dormitory and taking off her small leather shoes, she quietly climbed onto her bed. Sitting on the edge, she stared blankly out the window. Her feet, clad in white socks, rested on the bed, no longer swinging playfully as before, but instead hung limply.

The nights of autumn were arriving earlier, and the dusk sky became increasingly magnificent.

The little rich ladys eyes reflected the fiery red sky, her delicate, curled eyelashes gradually taking on an enchanting rose gold hue.

Nanshu, are you unhappy? Gao Wenhui couldnt help but ask.

Jiang Qin doesnt hang out with me anymore.

Feng Nanshus voice was soft and serene, her gaze following a bird outside the window towards the distance, lending a somewhat wistful look to her eyes.

Gao Wenhui squinted her eyes and said, That damn Jiang Qin, should I find someone to take him out?

No!

You cant even bear the thought of it, can you?

Feng Nanshu continued to gaze outside, but nodded affirmatively.

Gao Wenhui was actually aware of why Jiang Qin had been absent recently. She knew he was busy with some off-campus promotion, shuttling back and forth between Linchuan University and Technology University, barely having time to even drink water, so she couldnt really blame him.

Reportedly, his absenteeism in Advanced Mathematics was reaching critical levels, almost as if he had given up.

But she never imagined that Jiang Qins absence would affect Feng Nanshu so profoundly, reminiscent of the early days of their friendship.

Every time they discussed going out for movies or karaoke, Feng Nanshu would shake her head, insisting that Jiang Qin would surely take her, as if he was the only one in the world who could truly protect her.

Gao Wenhui had even encouraged Feng Nanshu a few times to call Jiang Qin, to do whatever it took to bring him back, whether by feigning illness or acting coquettishly.

But Feng Nanshu disagreed, because Jiang Qin had said he was very busy and wanted her to behave, suggesting she reluctantly hang out with Gao Wenhui if she felt bored.

Gao Wenhui was furious, thinking, Is that something a human would say?

And, can the companionship of a best friend really replace dependence on a boyfriend?

Fan Shuling returned from the cafeteria and couldnt help but ask Gao Wenhui, Whats with Nanshu?

Definitely. Look, Jiang Qin is hanging a sign up there, pointed out Fan Shuling.

Gao Wenhuis spirits lifted immediately, This is the kind of drama I love!

What is dog food?

Jiang Qin says single people are called single dogs, and being showered with couples displays of affection is like eating dog food. Hey, Nanshu, why arent you in the photo?

As Gao Wenhui asked, she looked up but found Feng Nanshu pressing a hand to her chest, staring blankly out the window, her mind seemingly far away.

While the little rich lady had time to daydream, Jiang Qin was far too busy. He hadnt anticipated the importance that Technology University placed on work-study programs, almost excessively so. They demanded his initial project proposal, a formal document from Professor Yan, and finally, a detailed work-study plan from Jiang Qin himself.

After making three trips back and forth, Jiang Qin finally gathered all the necessary documents, grumbling to himself about the exhausting process. Why is it so difficult to get a little advantage?

Brother, have some water, Cao Xinyue offered him a cup.

Jiang Qin, upon hearing this, felt it made sense. Right, itd be awful to die without spending any money.

Better go take a nap.

Ill head off then. Remember to get someone to fix the window in Room 207.

Jiang Qin was concerned about the drafty window, reminding Cao Xinyue once more before heading back to Room 207 to sleep.

Tang Lin watched Jiang Qin leave, barely suppressing a laugh. She thought it was obvious what he was up to. Hed never visited the general office before, but recently hed been coming almost daily.

He couldnt possibly be doing all this for himself; it must be for the campus beautys best friend.

She didnt know that Jiang Qin was navigating through the work-study channel, as his project was overseen by Cao Xinyue. To her, it seemed suspicious that hed divide the task into three parts when it couldve been done in one.

But she was right about one thing he was indeed on the right path.

Why? Because to chase a girl, you need to constantly make your presence felt. If you dont even have presence, how can you hope to gain her affection? Its all part of the strategy.

Tang Lin, you might as well staple my hand, Cao Xinyue said, glaring at her.

Tang Lin quickly came back to her senses, moving the stapler away. Sorry, I got distracted.

Its good to be thoughtful, but being absent-minded isnt. You could easily make mistakes that way.

I just find it funny to see boys clumsily trying to make their presence felt around Hong Yan.

Who?

That Jiang Qin who just left.

Cao Xinyue looked at her as if she were a fool, thinking Hong Yan was indeed beautiful, ranked as the fourth campus beauty, and even more impressive given her transfer disadvantage. But had she heard of Feng Nanshu?

Just then, Hong Yan returned from the restroom, noticing Jiang Qin had left the office. She couldnt help feeling a slight sense of loss.

Hong Yan, Xue Gang has invited you to dinner.

Please decline for me, I wont go.

Tang Lin sighed, refusing the invitation from Xue Gang, the vice-chair of the International Trade Department, on behalf of Hong Yan. She thought to herself, its not that Im ungrateful for your treats and unwilling to help, but my best friend is just too hard to impress.

TL: Damn, Feng Nanshu is so cute

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