Campus Ace Girl-Chapter 395 - 396: The Family Head Behind the Chu Family
Jiang Chaoge was still gracious, giving a faint smile. "Anxi is indeed proficient in both literary and martial arts. Senior Brother Bo is truly fortunate."
Bo Xichen responded with a small smile and gestured. Gu Anxi came over and sat beside him, letting him wipe the sweat from her brow.
Bo Xichen’s voice was a bit low. "I thought you... weren’t feeling well today."
Gu Anxi’s face was burning. "Bo Xichen!"
He laughed, his voice still low. "As long as it doesn’t hurt, it’s fine."
Her face was still burning hot. She sat beside him and sipped her drink, her head lowered.
Jiang Chaoge was talking with Bo Xichen, using very professional medical jargon. This was clearly her way of displaying her shared interests with Bo Xichen.
Naturally, Gu Anxi understood it all, but there was no need to interrupt her enthusiasm!
She leaned quietly against Bo Xichen, sipping her drink and listening intermittently.
In any case, her Uncle, body and soul, belonged to her...
Jiang Chaoge was quite confident, peppering her conversation with ulterior motives. "Senior Brother Bo, have you heard about the C City virus incident?"
Of course, Bo Xichen had heard of it.
However, he had no interest in discussing it much with the female doctor before him. Firstly, she was from the Jiang Family, and secondly, her raising this topic so privately clearly revealed personal intentions.
He couldn’t help but glance at this little rascal of his.
Gu Anxi winked at him—
Uncle, go ahead and use your charm! The female doctor is about to defect!
Their eyes met, and Bo Xichen understood her meaning. He gently patted her. "No mischief."
Gu Anxi became obedient again.
Jiang Chaoge, 27 years old, was quite mature and rational. After this small attempt, she understood that Bo Xichen had no interest in her, even if she sincerely offered her allegiance.
Since that was the case, she would dedicate herself fully to working for her own family branch.
The ecological fluid had been developed, and she had also figured out the extraction method for Jing. It was her time to shine.
Jiang Chaoge was very confident. She indeed possessed talent. Her only regret was being born into a collateral branch, which had always held her back. Now, she finally had her chance...
Jiang Chaoge said with a smile, "Anxi, you ride so well, I bet you’re also excellent at archery. You’ll have to go easy on me this afternoon, oh."
Everyone present recognized Jiang Chaoge’s challenge. In Beicheng, everyone knew Jiang Chaoge was a top-notch archer; she had even won the national championship.
Even if this young lady, Gu Anxi, was an all-around talent, she would probably lose this afternoon’s competition.
Who would have thought Gu Anxi would reply with a grin, "Sure. I’ll give you a three-ring handicap."
When this statement came out, Jiang Chaoge was taken aback.
Everyone else present was also taken aback.
Then, they all wondered, Is Gu Anxi being too arrogant?
After all, Jiang Chaoge almost always scored ten rings, rarely hitting nine.
Giving her a three-ring handicap? This must be some kind of international joke!
Even Bo Xichen looked down at her. "Are you sure?"
Gu Anxi took a sip of her drink, then glanced at Bo Qing before slowly saying, "Should be no problem, I think!"
Bo Qing met her gaze and laughed. "If Anxi says there’s no problem, then there’s no problem."
Lady Bo was beaming with pride. She was about to witness another shining moment for their little cub!
Bo Nianyao’s lips curled slightly, his pride indescribable.
The other families were disgruntled. Why is it always your Gu Anxi who shines! We don’t believe she’s really that amazing!
At lunchtime, as Gu Mingzhu was getting her food, she saw Gu Anxi and smiled. "Jiang Chaoge is the national archery champion. Did you know?"
"Now I know." Gu Anxi stared at her food. "Thanks for the reminder!"
Gu Mingzhu was a bit angry. Gu Anxi seemed so full of herself!
No matter how angry she was, Gu Anxi wouldn’t care. She picked up her food and went to find Wang Qin and Chu Yan.
Just then, Jiang Chaoge walked over and smiled. "Mingzhu, why are you angry?"
Princess Gu glanced at her. "Jiang Chaoge, even though I don’t particularly like you, I still hope you win."
Jiang Chaoge held her wine glass and gave a faint smile. "Of course."
She wouldn’t lose. She was the national champion; she had never had a worthy opponent.
Nearby, Gu Anxi was focused on eating.
Wang Qin looked worried, and Chu Yan also came over. "Anxi, are you sure about this?"
Gu Anxi looked up. "You’re asking the wrong person!"
Chu Yan let out a confused "Ah?"
Just then, Chu Ci came over and tapped his sister. "What are you talking about?"
Seeing the superstar, Wang Qin’s eyes were shining...
Gu Anxi chuckled to herself. "Chu Yan, why don’t you ask again?"
Chu Yan playfully punched Gu Anxi with her small fists.
Elsewhere, the adults were gathered. Tang Yuan watched the youngsters fooling around, a worried expression on her face.
She quietly said to Gu Yuanshan, "Yuanshan, Anxi always seems to... struggle in high-pressure situations."
Gu Yuanshan glanced at her and said softly, "You worry too much! Just focus on Mingzhu. The Bo Family will guide Anxi."
Tang Yuan bit her lip, staying silent.
Gu Yuanshan felt he might have been a bit harsh with his wife, so he coaxed her, "At the banquet in a few days, everyone will be dressed beautifully, and Mingzhu will also have a chance to showcase her talents. Won’t that make you happy?"
Seeing her husband in a good mood, Tang Yuan pushed her luck. "Do you still have Mingzhu in your heart now?"
Gu Yuanshan hugged his wife and coaxed, "Of course, I do! Don’t make a fuss. Once I accomplish my big plans, neither you nor Mingzhu will be treated unfairly."
Remembering the conversation she had overheard the other day, Tang Yuan felt somewhat relieved and became completely agreeable with her husband, resolving their previous conflict.
In fact, Gu Yuanshan had been hesitant before about dealing with the Bo Family. After all, he still had a child with the Bo Family who would naturally face repercussions. But faced with strong temptation, he reconsidered and decided to join the Jiang Family’s camp.
He had thought it through clearly. The Gu Family was previously ranked second. If he could bring down the Bo Family, the Gu Family would undoubtedly become number one...
During the lunch break, Gu Yuanshan found Chu Changhe, the Family Head of the Chu Family, and secretly discussed matters with him.
From testing the waters to delving deeper, he gradually expressed his intentions, implying that the top position should rotate among them.
Chu Changhe was quite surprised. Then, he spoke calmly, "Shouldn’t we reconsider this carefully? Nian Yao has been highly respected for years. Wouldn’t it be improper for us to act this way?"
Gu Yuanshan held his teacup, maintaining a polite demeanor. "Changhe, I know you’re kind-hearted, but after all these years of being subservient to others, are you truly content?"
Chu Changhe chuckled. "Brother Yuanshan, I’m touched by your concern, but this is a major issue, and I can’t make the decision alone."
Gu Yuanshan eagerly asked, "If you’re not the decision-maker, who is?"
Chu Changhe paused slightly before slowly answering, "To be honest with you, Brother Yuanshan, the Chu Family had a small incident a year ago. Since then, I no longer have the final say in the Chu Family."
Gu Yuanshan was stunned for a moment, then realization dawned. "Is it Chu Ci then? Brother Changhe, are you planning to retire and enjoy life so young?"
