One Word Changed, Characters in Chaos

Chapter 78: Chapter 55 Thorough Consideration

Gu Yan glanced at the male student, offering a slight smile, “Knowing when to retreat is a good quality.”

The male student was somewhat nervous, “I… I don’t know… Mr. Gu, you and Ye Xiao…”

Gu Yan corrected him, “It’s not bout what Ye Xiao and I are up to; it’s that I am unilaterally in love with her and am actively pursuing her. Up to now, she’s been utterly dismissive of me.”

Ye Bingtong felt like she was going to lose her mind.

Gu Cheng was disabled and somewhat timid in character, and she had never been able to develop feelings for him.

But she once imagined that if it had been Gu Yan instead, she probably wouldn’t have so easily fallen for someone else.

Now.

Such a person, to humbly admit that he was pursuing Ye Xiao, and that Ye Xiao hadn’t even accepted him?

What did Ye Xiao have to deserve this?

Ye Bingtong was so angry she almost passed out.

It’s all fake, all of this must be fake!

Ye Xiao just couldn’t possibly be that charming.

Ye Xiao herself was taken aback, glancing sidelong at Gu Yan.

Although Gu Yan’s words were a bit of a stretch.

They seemed to be fairly effective.

She was also too lazy to waste her breath arguing with someone.

“Then I wish Mr. Gu early success,” the male student hastily said, then turned and disappeared in an instant.

“Let’s go, I’ll escort you to your classroom,” Gu Yan said.

Ye Xiao raised an eyebrow, “Our school isn’t just open to anyone.”

Gu Yan was completely calm, “No problem. I have a speech at your school today on the subject of finance. You’re welcome to attend if you’re interested.”

Ye Xiao, “…No thanks! Not interested in that for the time being.”

Ye Xiao finally understood what Gu Yan meant last night by “tomorrow.”

He had known all along that he was going to give a speech today.

The two of them chatted as they entered the school together.

Ye Bingtong’s hands involuntarily clenched tight.

She couldn’t help but look back at Pei Yue.

Compared with Gu Yan, Pei Yue just seemed to fall short in every aspect.

Pei Yue also felt this scrutinizing gaze and couldn’t help feeling unhappy, “What, do you regret it?”

Ye Bingtong’s heart skipped a beat, and she hurriedly said, “How could I? Pei brother, for you, I’ve even abandoned my own family. Isn’t that enough to prove my feelings for you?”

Pei Yue’s expression improved at her words, his eyes filling with ambition as he watched Gu Yan’s retreating figure, “Bingtong, give me some time. Just wait! One day, I’ll make Gu Yan, I’ll make the Ye Family, all grovel at my feet.”

Even though he was still a petty ruffian at the moment, Pei Yue had that confidence.

Watching his assertive demeanor, a hint of infatuation flickered in Ye Bingtong’s eyes.

Right.

The man she had chosen was destined for greatness.

His current lagging behind was only temporary. One day, Pei Yue would soar into the highest skies and reclaim everything she had lost!

Inside the campus.

Ye Xiao glanced at Gu Yan, her smile not quite reaching her eyes, “Uncle Gu, why not talk about what it’s like to be an ardent suitor?”

Without betraying any emotion, Gu Yan said, “Such blockheads are the hardest to deal with. Instead of wasting your words in vain, it’s better to let him take the hint and back off.”

“Do I owe you thanks now?” Ye Xiao raised an eyebrow.

“There’s no need for that,” Gu Yan said. “It’s what I should do. Right now, you should focus on your studies, there’s no need to get entangled with these people. Using me as a shield should work quite well. If you’re interested in romance, those who aren’t sincere will be scared off once they know my identity, and those who are sincere won’t mind it. So, incidentally, I can also help you screen for truly earnest people. All advantages and no drawbacks.”

Ye Xiao was so amused she almost laughed: “You’ve really thought this through.”

“Business people tend to be more thorough,” Gu Yan replied very seriously. “If you want to think things through this thoroughly, why not come to my lecture?”

“No need!” Ye Xiao quickly refused.

Gu Yan seemed a bit disappointed, then continued: “Speaking of which, that Pei Yue is a bit odd.”

“Oh?” Ye Xiao’s attention was quickly piqued.

With a slight curve of his lips, Gu Yan said, “After Pei Yue was expelled, I’ve had people watching him. At first, he tried to keep his gang together. But with the strong crackdown on crime in Luo City, Pei Yue couldn’t get much done and almost got arrested again. Realizing that path was a dead end, he had to work for a living. He’s now working at a car wash, earning a salary of four thousand a month, barely enough for his expenses.”

Ye Xiao nodded.

She had seen all this in the plot.

But.

What did Gu Yan mean by ‘odd’?

“Normally, a car wash attendant wouldn’t get much attention. However, in the few days that Pei Yue worked there, he has already met several wealthy women, and, what’s more, they’ve all given him their business cards,” Gu Yan sighed; “The car wash owner’s daughter seems to have taken a liking to him too, always there to give him water and wipe his sweat whenever he works.”

Ye Xiao:

[Is this… is this the male lead???]

The book focused mainly on the relationship between Pei Yue and Ye Bingtong. She knew Pei Yue went to work at the car wash, but the book didn’t mention these details.

She never imagined that Pei Yue washing cars could lead to so many stories.

If everything went as expected.

After the route to a criminal career was blocked, the book immediately set up another road to success for its male lead.

For instance.

Attracting a wealthy woman’s favor and securing his first capital.

Or by exploiting the car wash owner’s daughter’s affection, embarking on a journey of power, starting with taking over the car wash?

In any case, the book would ensure that Pei Yue became that domineering CEO in seven years’ time.

But.

This time, it probably wouldn’t be so easy!

[A male lead like this, just give him a tiny opportunity, and he’ll skyrocket instantly. You really have to be careful!]

Ye Xiao felt a little worried.

After all, due to the system, there was nothing she could do but let her big brother and Gu Yan take action.

She wondered if they could grasp this point.

After all.

In general, Jack Ma wouldn’t suddenly go after a small street vendor.

Gu Yan smiled and said, “In a few days, someone will cause Pei Yue to lose this job. Then, let’s see if he can find another opportunity.”

“Someone? Who?” Ye Xiao couldn’t help but be curious.

After a pause, Gu Yan said, “Li Jingzhou. He’s on the plane to Luo City.”

Ye Xiao nodded.

[Last night, Bai Shilan cried all night to Li Jingzhou, who was very distressed. Not only did he refuse Li Mingyu’s request to change the female lead, but he also said that if Li Mingyu insisted on doing so, he would make sure she could never mix in this industry again. Then, Li Jingzhou planned to rush to Luo City to deal with the matter in person.]

[The most exciting part is that Liu Yan has begun to doubt Li Jingzhou. She’s followed him secretly too! Whether the Liu Family can be won over or not now depends on the abilities of big brother and Gu Yan.]