Hidden identities of the AI Heiress
Chapter 474 - Chapter 474 Chapter 474 Struck by a Huge Surprise

Chapter 474: Chapter 474: Struck by a Huge Surprise Chapter 474: Chapter 474: Struck by a Huge Surprise Everyone looked at the principal, then back at Su Qingyan, all wearing faces of surprise.

Su Qingyan himself was also very surprised.

“Principal, is there something you need?”

This was the first time the principal had come looking for him.

“Su Qingyan, if I’m not mistaken? Truly a paragon of virtue and talent, a dragon amongst men, destined to make significant contributions to society. The school is truly honored to have a student like you,” the principal said with a beaming smile.

Su Qingyan: “…”

Was this the principal he knew?

Even as composed as Su Qingyan, he was flabbergasted.

The principal continued, “Regarding the slander against you, the school will clarify the situation. Focus on your studies, and if there is anything in the future, feel free to approach the faculty. The school will not ignore it.”

This was Professor Qiao’s brother, how could they possibly ignore it?

Somewhat unable to react, Su Qingyan said, “Thank you, principal. I understand.”

“I’ve read your research paper and internship reports. Your abilities are truly outstanding, and you are indeed a talented student recognized by your advisor.” The principal lavished praise upon him, then added, “In a little while, there will be an exchange meeting, where each doctoral advisor can bring a student. I think you are an excellent choice. Doctor Qiao Se and Doctor Qiao Xun will also be attending, so make sure to perform well; I have high hopes for you.”

Su Qingyan was stunned by this huge opportunity.

What??

He was invited to participate in an academic exchange meeting? And they wanted him to impress Doctor Qiao Xun?

The other students on the scene were dumbfounded, looking at Su Qingyan with eyes full of envy and jealousy.

If he really caught the attention, and Qiao Xun took him on as a student, Su Qingyan would get a huge step ahead even before graduating!

Su Qingyan’s head swam; in disbelief, he asked, “Principal, are you serious?”

“The main reason is your own true talent and learning,” the principal reassured him, advising him to stay calm and not get too excited–it was just an academic meeting, and if he wanted to attend, Professor Qiao could arrange it in minutes.

Speaking of Professor Qiao…

As if casually, the principal mentioned, “Oh, by the way, is Qiao Yun your sister?”

“Yes, she is my cousin,” replied Su Qingyan, assuming the principal knew about Qiao Yun from the forum.

But he didn’t expect the principal to say, “I know her. I was there at the Star Cup competition and saw her exceptional performance. In all my years, I have never seen someone as outstanding as her. You could learn something from her.”

“Of course,” Su Qingyan didn’t contradict the principal.

What could he learn from Qiao Yun?

No matter how intelligent Qiao Yun was, she was still just a high school senior. What could she understand about university-level knowledge?

However, he couldn’t shake the feeling that there was a certain respect in the principal’s tone when he spoke of Qiao Yun.

“I won’t keep you any longer,” the principal said, patting Su Qingyan on the shoulder, “Keep it up.”

Keep it up and firmly grasp onto Professor Qiao’s coattails for a meteoric rise.

As soon as the principal left, classmates surged forward, surrounding him with questions.

“Damn! Qingyan, this is like a blessing in disguise for you.”

“Why is the principal so good to you?”

Su Qingyan couldn’t respond; he was still in a daze.

But for a brief moment, he suddenly wondered if the principal had given him the spot at the exchange meeting to honor Qiao Yun.

Could that be possible?

…

Song Li also heard about Su Qingyan’s stroke of good luck.

Compared to his own pathetic situation, Su Qingyan’s life seemed to be at a peak.

He found himself laughable.

He had intended to ruin Su Qingyan’s reputation but ended up getting expelled himself.

And Su Qingyan, far from being ruined, was actually doing better and better.

He couldn’t help but think.

If he had not engaged in those acts in the first place, perhaps his paper plagiarism would not have been exposed and he would not have been expelled.

And then Su Qingyan wouldn’t have caught the attention of the school.

He was filled with regret.

I actually became an aid to Su Qingyan.

But what’s the use of regretting? Nothing can be redone.

I had always felt that Qiao Yun was somewhat mystical. Whenever I confronted her, nothing good came out of it, and sure enough, she proved to be someone to avoid.

…

After the matter was resolved, Su Qingyan sent a message to Qiao Yun. He had already gotten her contact information from Lu Jingzhi, so there was no need to go through Lu Jingzhi anymore.

[The issue has been resolved, he’s been expelled, and he won’t spread rumors anymore.]

Qiao Yun’s reply was very cold: [I know.]

Looking at this message, Su Qingyan hesitated for a moment and tentatively asked: [Do you know our school’s principal?]

After thinking for a bit, Qiao Yun replied: [Not familiar.]

She wasn’t lying.

Indeed, they weren’t very familiar.

It was the principal of Qing University who was familiar with her.

Su Qingyan thought to himself, as expected, he was overthinking it.

He chuckled.

How could Qiao Yun possibly know the principal, let alone get the principal to give a spot to him?

The spot wasn’t given by Qiao Yun, but by the principal himself, who took the initiative to please Professor Qiao, as compensation for the groundless rumors spread about Su Qingyan.

Knowing that the issue had been resolved, Qiao Yun also put the matter aside for the time being.

…

Lu Jingzhi and Lu Zhanxing stood at the entrance of their home, looking at each other.

“Big brother, be careful not to let the cat out of the bag,” Lu Zhanxing reminded him.

Lu Jingzhi appeared calm, “You should watch yourself first, don’t blurt out anything in your happiness.”

He never wanted anyone to know about such childish acts like hitting someone with a sack in his lifetime.

The two of them steeled their nerves before finally heading home.

Qiao Yun had arrived home before them and said in a neutral tone when she saw them, “The matter has been resolved.”

“Huh?”

They both looked confused.

Lu Zhanxing asked in puzzlement, “What’s resolved?”

Qiao Yun said, “Song Li, expelled.”

“That fast? I just…” Lu Zhanxing fumbled with his words, “I was just thinking about how to deal with him.”

Qiao Yun didn’t know why it happened so quickly either but told them, “So, there’s no need to worry now.”

She didn’t want to worry her family over this matter.

Lu Zhanxing felt both reassured and heartache for her thoughtfulness, “We’re family; it’s natural to worry about you, and if I were in trouble, you’d worry about me too, right?”

Qiao Yun furrowed her brows, “You won’t get into trouble; I won’t let you get into trouble.”

“Alright, alright, I won’t get into trouble.”

Not wanting his sister to worry, Lu Zhanxing lifted the bag in his hand, “Sister, look at the gift your brother bought for you.”

Qiao Yun watched Lu Zhanxing intently, feeling that there was a hint of guilt in his words.

What was he feeling guilty about?

As if trying too hard to cover up, Lu Zhanxing said, “Brother was out for so long just to buy something for you, take a look and see if you like it.”

Lu Jingzhi cleared his throat, his eyes darting away.

He never endorsed hiding things from family or lying to them.

But this time, he turned a blind eye to Lu Zhanxing’s behavior.

Because he also didn’t want Qiao Yun to worry.

Qiao Yun took it and opened the bag to find a fluffy pink plush toy inside.

Lu Zhanxing was quite keen on buying her plush toys, seemingly trying to make up for all the years he’d missed.