Obsessive Tycoon and His Swan Girl
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Chapter 184: Chapter 184 I’m Afraid I’m Abusing My Power for Personal Purposes Chapter 184: Chapter 184 I’m Afraid I’m Abusing My Power for Personal Purposes Xun Yining saw that she was so familiar with Jiang Zhe and treated him well, so her heart had already greatly approved of her.

When they truly started discussing work, and she heard how much respect she had for the design industry and for designers, Xun Yining felt even more at ease.

Jiang Zhe was just casually listening at the side without interjecting.

Xun Yining would have to face many things on her own in the future, and Jiang Zhe wouldn’t overstep and take on the things that she should do herself.

Upon learning that Xun Yining was also an orphan, Cheng Lu was very touched and said, “You can rest easy. Whether it’s your studies or further education, I will not interfere in the future. I think your design is very innovative and talented. I’m willing to cooperate with you, and I agree to all your terms, and will also provide you with the greatest freedom in design space.”

And so, the collaboration was agreed upon.

Cheng Lu immediately had someone draft the contract and thoughtfully suggested that Xun Yining find a lawyer to help review it.

Only when there were no issues, did both parties sign the contract.

“So, when are you guys leaving Beijing?” Cheng Lu asked.

“Early tomorrow morning.”

“Oh, then okay, I’ll treat you to a meal next time,” Cheng Lu said, “I’ll have my driver take you.”

“No need, we have other friends with us.”

Cheng Lu did not insist any further. After asking about where Jiang Zhe was staying and ensuring she did not need any help, she packed up her things and left.

…

The next day, Jiang Zhe returned to school.

The news that Jiang Fanyue had passed the preliminary round of the fashion design competition had spread throughout the school.

Although the banquet in Beijing didn’t go very smoothly, it couldn’t stop the pride Jiang Fanyue felt upon returning to school.

She was welcomed to class like the shining moon surrounded by stars.

Seeing Jiang Zhe, she revealed a hint of unwillingness and annoyance in her eyes.

However, Jiang Zhe ignored her and continued walking forward.

After entering the classroom, Jiang Zhe put her backpack on the table and casually pulled out a book to read.

Seeing that it was an English original book, Song Xingyu was surprised. Could she actually understand it?

Indeed, Jiang Zhe did not seem to be reading carefully, as she casually flipped through the book, seemingly just skimming for fun without really focusing.

On the other hand, Xia Enci and Xiao Meng were seriously reading English.

Jiang Zhe quickly finished the book and stuffed it back into her backpack.

Lou Qiaoyin came over, knocked on the desk, and said, “Let me say a few words. The upcoming New Energy and Environmental Protection Public Speaking Exchange Competition will be held in M Country, it is an excellent opportunity to improve your English speaking skills. The registration forms have been distributed, have you all thought about who wants to participate?”

“With our level of English, you’re really flattering us, teacher,” someone from below said, causing a burst of laughter.

Lou Qiaoyin tapped on the desk, “I remember that quite a few of our class are planning to study abroad immediately after high school graduation. Other grades are not forcibly required of you, but since you want to study abroad, you should have practiced your English speaking, right?”

Everyone looked at each other. They couldn’t claim they hadn’t practiced at all, but casual conversation was one thing, while real public speaking was another.

No one volunteered to sign up.

Lou Qiaoyin had anticipated this outcome and said, “Then think it over for yourselves, if you really have the opportunity to participate, it would be beneficial for your study abroad plans.”

As she left, everyone started discussing, “I would like to do it, but I don’t have the ability.”

“Exactly, it’s not something that I can achieve just because I want to.”

Xia Enci and Xiao Meng, although seriously reading English, had no plans to participate either.

“What about you, Xiaozhe?” asked Song Xingyu.

“Not interested,” Jiang Zhe wasn’t really listening to what Lou Qiaoyin had just said.

Besides, she was a bit annoyed with going abroad, her brows furrowing as she listened.

Seeing a missed call, she picked up and walked out of the noisy classroom.

The person on the phone was speaking in English, “J, it wouldn’t be quite right for you not to attend the fashion design competition final as a judge, would it?”

“I won’t be coming, I’m afraid I’ll be biased,” she replied.

“Is there someone you like or dislike among the contestants?”

“Both.”

The other person laughed, “Since there’s someone you like, why not come and observe even if you’re not judging?”

Jiang Zhe would definitely accompany Xun Yining there, and said offhand, “Reserve a few spots for me.”

“Then it’s settled. Your absence as a judge is a big loss for the contestants.”

“Mm, we’ll talk later, hanging up now.”

After Jiang Zhe ended the call, she saw Lou Qiaoyin had come back holding her books, having overheard her on the phone.

Excitement gleamed in Lou Qiaoyin’s eyes, “Jiang Zhe, your spoken language isn’t bad! Are you interested in participating in this speech and exchange competition?”

“Not interested,” Jiang Zhe shook her head. Seeing Lou Qiaoyin’s disappointment, she said, “I only know these few sentences.”

Lou Qiaoyin, being an English teacher, recognized her extremely authentic accent. Since she had been using English, it indicated the person on the other end was too, proving that her speaking and listening skills were fine. How could she only know just a few sentences?

But knowing Jiang Zhe’s temperament, Lou didn’t insist, “Then we can talk about it when you’re interested.”

Off to the cafeteria for lunch.

Jiang Zhe, holding her tray, lined up to get her food. Just as she was about to pay, the server said, “Today, a student has covered the expenses for everyone in the cafeteria, so you don’t need to pay.”

“Then I’ll have to eat more!” said Song Xingyu from behind Jiang Zhe. “Four-Eyes, go get me a few more bottles of cola!”

Xia Enci asked, “Who’s treating everyone to lunch? Shouldn’t we go thank them?”

“Right there, that student called Jiang,” the server pointed out.

Jiang Zhe turned and saw Jiang Fanyue’s figure.

She told the server, “All of us, we’ll pay.”

The server, pressing the amount as she spoke, said, “Anyway, someone’s treating. It’d be a loss not to take advantage.”

Jiang Zhe displayed the QR code and made the payment.

After finding a place to sit, Jiang Fanyue’s area was already crowded with people.

Having eaten her treat, it was only right for everyone to express their thanks.

Zhang Xi sat next to Jiang Fanyue and, as if bathed in a golden glow herself, said, “Don’t mention it. This is Fanyue using her fashion design competition prize money to treat everyone.”

“Fanyue really is so talented, in comparison, we are just like lumps of clay thrown out by Nuwa, while Fanyue is like a masterpiece crafted by Nuwa herself!”

“Right, compared to Fanyue’s hands, mine might as well just be limbs.”

“No, I heard that in addition to attending the final of the fashion competition, Fanyue is also planning to participate in the speech and exchange competition?”

Jiang Fanyue smiled with a gentle restraint, “The speech and exchange competition was a spur-of-the-moment decision. Originally, I would have to participate in the fashion competition abroad, and I wanted to learn more English in advance to facilitate communication when the time came.”

“You’re so impressive, I don’t even know what to say,” said a student nearby, torn between envy and admiration.