Ms. Bigshot Is Pampered by All-Chapter 419 - 418: Thank You for Breaking My Emotions

Zhiyuan did not dare to say much more, afraid of touching on Chi Gui’s sorrow. He added a few comforting words, saying that the research project was not that important, and although Academician Peng was very successful in his career, he probably did not have a good eye for certain things.

After hanging up the phone, Chi Gui held her cell phone and fell into deep thought.

Why did her master specifically call to belittle this research project and Academician Peng?

Was there some past grudge between them?

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The next day, during her lunch break, Chi Gui received a call from Lu You.

"Sister Chi, Manager Kael and I are in M country. How about we have a meal together?"

With two hours for lunch break, Chi Gui did not refuse, "Okay, send me the address."

Lu You said, "You decide; the manager and I are free this afternoon, so whatever is convenient for you."

Hearing him say so, Chi Gui did not stand on ceremony and directly chose a decent restaurant near the research institute.

An hour later.

In the restaurant’s private room, Lu You and Manager Kael pushed the door open and entered. Seeing Chi Gui, both smiled and greeted her.

Lu You and Manager Kael were not familiar with the taste of the dishes at this restaurant, so Chi Gui took the initiative to order.

While eating, the three of them chatted amicably; however, Chi Gui noticed that both Lu You and Manager Kael seemed a bit pale, so she casually asked, "Has it been stressful lately?"

Lu You nodded without saying much, "This event in M country is quite big, so the pressure is somewhat high."

He did not want to elaborate, and Chi Gui did not ask further. After finishing their meal, Chi Gui went to the bathroom.

On her return, she heard Manager Kael speaking solemnly to Lu You, "Just be careful in this race. It doesn’t matter if we lose..."

Lu You responded, "Hmm... I know..."

Chi Gui paused her step for a moment, then walked past as if nothing had happened.

Seeing her come over, Lu You and Manager Kael stopped talking.

The three of them then said goodbye and left.

When Chi Gui returned to the research institute, Shi Liyun had also just come back from lunch.

She had to work overtime today.

Seeing Chi Gui, Shi Liyun lowered her head, pretending to be very busy.

Only after Chi Gui passed by without any reaction did Shi Liyun sigh in relief.

Her master was in that Expert Group chat consisting of older generation experts, which newcomers like her and Chi Gui were not part of.

That’s why Shi Liyun dared to lie.

But she was afraid Chi Gui had heard from Zhiyuan, and her whole morning was spent in anxiety.

Seeing that Chi Gui had no reaction and was completely unaware, she finally felt relieved.

The day passed quickly.

In the evening, Fu Si, as usual, came to pick up Chi Gui.

Upon returning to the apartment, Qin Cheng had already laid out the food.

The food, stored in thermal containers, was distinctly different from the previous M-country cuisine; it was authentic Huaxia cuisine.

Chi Gui was startled for a moment.

Qin Cheng grinned and said, "Mr. Fu noticed you were not fond of M-country food and specially brought over the Fu Family’s chef."

Chi Gui was silent...

She looked at Fu Si beside her, who appeared calm as usual, and slightly pursed her lips.

Though she indeed was not accustomed to the food, she had never shown it.

She had not expected Fu Si to have noticed...

Sensing Chi Gui’s discomfort, Fu Si chuckled softly, "Professor Chi, if you’re moved, why not kiss me as thanks?"

Chi Gui replied dryly, "Thank you for dispelling my moment of being moved."

Fu Si had anticipated her response and just smiled, saying nothing.

The three of them sat down to eat.

In the meantime, Chi Gui, recalling her meeting with Lu You and the others at noon, pondered for a moment before asking, "Have there been any car races in M country recently?"

She liked racing, so it wasn’t unusual for her to ask. Fu Si thought for a moment and answered, "There is indeed a race tonight, though I’ve forgotten its name. It’s organized by the largest car manufacturer in M country, James Company."

Qin Cheng added, "In this race, there’s a team that’s very dangerous, always winning by despicable means... Almost every racer who has competed against them has been seriously injured... But their methods are so clever, always disguised as accidents, and the Racing Alliance has been unable to catch them red-handed or ban them."

Chi Gui’s hand holding the chopsticks paused, finally understanding why Kyle and Lu You had said what they did at noon.