Campus Ace Girl-Chapter 390 - 391: Rules are meant to be broken. 2400 words
Bo Nianyao pondered for a moment before speaking, "True, rules can be broken, but he’s a foreigner who travels all over the world. Bo Jin might be a strong woman, but she’s also very much a homebody... He hasn’t shown complete sincerity yet, but we’re the ones eager to push our girl towards him. How does that make sense?"
He took another sip of tea, looking quite pleased with himself. "Don’t you agree, my dear?"
As soon as Mrs. Bo sensed an opening, her attitude shifted a full 180 degrees. She sat down with them and said briskly, "I’ve always told Bo Jin how much her brother dotes on her. It seems my good words weren’t wasted after all."
Bo Nianyao sighed. "You really have me wrapped around your finger, my dear." He finished speaking, looked up, and gave Mrs. Bo a knowing, appreciative glance.
Mrs. Bo blushed deeply at his sudden remark and, with a quick turn, left the room.
Consequently, they didn’t say much more to Bo Jin, simply allowing her to reject the infatuated Mr. Robert...
Mr. Robert’s rejection stirred quite a ripple in Beicheng’s upper-class circles. Everyone felt the Bo Family was being overly conservative and unreasonable. Where else could one find such an outstanding man? If Bo Jin missed this chance, who knew when the next would come...
Bo Jin, however, remained calm, commuting to and from work as usual.
It was Gu Anxi who sensed something different. That evening, after finishing her experiments and taking a shower, she found Bo Xichen in the study and hugged him from behind. "Tell me, is Father Bo genuinely against it, or is he just pretending?"
Bo Xichen didn’t look up, merely chuckling softly. "Why do you ask?"
Gu Anxi buried her face in the side of his neck and whispered, "If he were truly against it, Mrs. Bo would probably be arguing with him every day. The house wouldn’t be this tranquil!"
Bo Xichen had, in fact, heard whispers about it, but hearing Gu Anxi put it this way, he found himself quite impressed with her.
She had lived with the family for less than half a year but had already figured out everyone’s temperament so thoroughly. That was quite a skill; even Aunt Jin probably hadn’t seen things as clearly as she did!
A sense of pride swelled within him, and he pulled her into his lap. "So, what do you think will happen next?"
Gu Anxi wrapped her arms around his neck. "If they truly care, they won’t give up so easily, right?"
He smiled. "Are you talking about Aunt Jin, or about us?"
Gu Anxi didn’t answer, just held onto his neck tighter...
Bo Xichen lowered his head, resting his forehead against hers, and changed the subject. "Things will be a bit busy at home for a while, so I might have less time to spend with you."
He had been very busy at the hospital lately, and the news from the south wasn’t good.
Someone had intentionally released a virus, one that required an ecological fluid for treatment. It was certainly no coincidence that the Jiang Family had suddenly begun research into this very fluid. He and his father had discussed it and had a good idea of what was happening. It was a significant matter for the Bo Family, though it hadn’t reached a critical stage yet...
Hearing this, Gu Anxi nodded obediently.
She held onto his waist and, after a moment, said softly, "I’ve already contacted Jack. I’m aiming to acquire WK Company."
Bo Xichen stroked her head. "My wife is truly a great support."
Gu Anxi pouted slightly. "Just praising me with words."
He found her reaction amusing. Having mostly finished with his work, he leaned back in his chair...
It was early spring, and he had taken off his coat upon returning home. Now, he wore only a light grey shirt, its top two buttons undone, presenting a very pleasing sight.
He playfully tapped her small nose. "Wanting a reward again?"
The little sweetheart, her thoughts accurately guessed, became a bit defensive. "I’m not trying to wheedle rewards out of you."
She jumped down, intending to leave, but he pulled her back, seating her on the desk. She sat there obediently. Bo Xichen chuckled softly and lowered his head...
Gu Anxi clung to his shoulders, surrendering as meekly as a kitten...
Outside the Orchid Room, Bo Qing entered slowly. Fengxi’s voice chirped brightly, "Bo Xichen is rewarding the baby! Uncle Bo, this isn’t suitable for children! Are you sure you want to go in?"
...
Bo Qing paused, stood quietly for another moment, then turned and left.
He had only taken a few steps when he encountered Bo Jin.
"Here to see Anxi?" Bo Qing smiled. "It might not be convenient right now."
Bo Jin was taken aback, then she discreetly asked, "Are they...?"
Bo Qing continued to smile, his refined and handsome face looking exceptionally striking in the bright moonlight...
Bo Jin didn’t press further. "Alright, we can talk tomorrow then."
She had a good relationship with Bo Qing, and they chatted as they walked. Bo Qing couldn’t help but ask about Mr. Robert.
Bo Jin was silent for a while before saying, "It’s impossible."
It wasn’t just her; all of Beicheng thought it was impossible.
This particular Bo Family rule was as unshakeable as a nail hammered into a steel plate; no one could break it. Anyone who dared to intermarry with an outsider would have their legs broken...
Tang Yuan, Bo Jin’s best friend and the renowned Mrs. Gu of Beicheng, had previously worried that if Bo Jin and Robert got together, Mingzhu would be at a further disadvantage. Now, however, she could finally set her mind at ease.
Since Bo Jin had said this, Bo Qing didn’t pursue the matter further...
Unexpectedly, the next day, major news broke in Beicheng.
The esteemed Mr. Robert, President of Disney Asia-Pacific, had personally come to the Bo Family’s Si Garden.
Showing immense sincerity, Mr. Robert wore a traditional Chinese robe and carried gifts. Like a scholar from ancient times seeking favor from an unwelcoming patriarch, he knelt for a long time before the gate, imploring them.
This scene shattered everyone’s perceptions.
What huge news!
Some reporter—who knew from where—captured this scene, and it made the news. The reports were filled with accounts of Mr. Robert’s sincerity...
Beicheng was in an uproar.
This Asia-Pacific president was serious!
And not just for one day!
For every day Bo Nianyao refused to see him, Mr. Robert spent two hours each morning kneeling steadfastly before the Si Garden gate... His sincerity was palpable.
On the first day, Bo Nianyao remained unmoved.
On the second day, he was still unmoved.
On the third day, Mrs. Bo began to lose her composure. "Shouldn’t we invite him in for a meeting? This is too heartless!"
Bo Nianyao chuckled and sipped his tea. "Is my sister so easily won? Do you know who arranged for those reporters?"
Mrs. Bo was startled. "Could it have been him?"
Bo Nianyao smiled again. "Surely it wasn’t me?"
He stroked his chin. "My dear, he certainly is sincere. But since he involved reporters... our sister’s reputation is now tied up with his. So, he might as well kneel for a few more days."
Mrs. Bo considered this and realized it made sense. She, too, became composed!
All of Beicheng watched as the Bo Family gave the cold shoulder to the distinguished president, everyone assuming he would eventually give up, unable to endure it. No matter how wonderful Bo Jin was, they thought he wouldn’t want to pursue her under these conditions. But to their astonishment, Robert knelt for an entire week...
He truly gave the Bo Family an immense amount of face!
Of course, the Bo Family also maintained a dignified stance, ensuring Bo Jin was not wronged.
If a rule was to be broken, it couldn’t be done quietly, could it? It was better for it to be something earth-shattering...
On the seventh day, Bo Nianyao finally agreed to meet him. They talked for two or three hours, and then Bo Nianyao let him go.
On the same day, the head of the Bo Family announced that Bo Jin was free to make her own decisions regarding marriage...
When Mrs. Bo went to find Bo Jin, Gu Anxi was teaching her how to play ice hockey. Gu Anxi was good at everything she tried, and she had even managed to get the family elders to join in on her playful adventures...
Mrs. Bo approached, her face beaming. "Your brother really does dote on you. This matter, it’s settled."
Bo Jin said nothing.
Gu Anxi nudged her. "Aunt, go and enjoy your romantic moments."
Mrs. Bo paused, a fierce, protective expression appearing on her face—
So many people outside were gossiping about her sister-in-law, saying things like foreigners weren’t sincere, that they’d divorce quickly after marriage, that prenuptial agreements would be necessary, and so on...
Hmph. Did their Bo Family lack money?
However, that Robert proved to be exceptionally considerate. Not only did he propose numerous collaborative projects, but he also offered, in the manner of Chinese men, to unconditionally entrust his personal wealth to his wife’s management. He even brought a lawyer on the spot to arrange for his tens of billions in assets to be shared with Bo Jin.
Although the Bo Family wasn’t concerned about money, they valued this gesture of sincerity. Bo Nianyao agreed immediately and even had a list of dowry gifts prepared, one that was in no way inferior to Mr. Robert’s offerings...
Bo Jin’s marriage was arranged splendidly, making many wives in Beicheng green with envy.
This was partly because Robert had appeared in a magazine photo spread—a fitness shoot.
His tall, self-disciplined physique was in excellent shape. He was handsome, willing to reside long-term in the country, and had even already purchased a marital home and a 58-carat diamond ring...
