Hidden identities of the AI Heiress
Chapter 644 - Chapter 644 Chapter 644 If I Dont Get Married You Cant Either

Chapter 644: Chapter 644: If I Don’t Get Married, You Can’t Either Chapter 644: Chapter 644: If I Don’t Get Married, You Can’t Either Qin Yuan looked down, his voice tense yet restrained, “This matter is my fault, Grandpa. Please give me a bit more time. Pei Ya has no real intention of cooperating with our Qin Family. We must deal with Professor Qiao directly.”

The old Mr. Qin offered a carrot after a stick, his tone slightly softened, “Don’t take it to heart that Grandpa spoke harshly. If I didn’t believe in your abilities, I wouldn’t be this upset.”

“Yes, I understand.” Qin Yuan’s mouth twitched, revealing a hint of sarcasm.

Although he also bore the Qin surname, he was not a legitimate member of the Qin Family. Therefore, no matter how hard he worked over the years, he had never been able to reach higher echelons within the group.

Now, with the addition of an illegitimate child, his chances of competing were even slimmer.

Polite words now wouldn’t change the fact that this was nothing but an empty promise.

That’s why he placed such importance on the collaboration with Professor Qiao this time, only to be crushed in the cradle by Qiao Yun in alliance with Pei Ya.

He had been careless, not foreseeing that Pei Ya and Qiao Yun had a connection, or that it could even provoke Pei Ya.

The old Mr. Qin was still willing to give Qin Yuan a chance and said, “I am giving you a bit more time. Don’t make me wait too long.”

“Yes.” Qin Yuan responded softly, his voice warm.

Seeing him so obedient, the old man felt a bit more cheerful. His weathered eyes gazed at Qin Yuan, filled with a touch of regret.

If only Qin Yuan were his biological grandson, he wouldn’t have to go to such lengths to find an illegitimate child.

Mrs. Qin waited until they finished talking before daring to speak, “Dad, cooperation isn’t achieved in one step. Don’t be in such a hurry.”

The old Mr. Qin grunted in acknowledgment, paying little heed to Mrs. Qin. Though his daughter was considerate, her capability to execute was not very impressive.

He stood up, intending to go upstairs, then suddenly remembered something and turned to ask, “How is the investigation I asked you to conduct going?”

Mrs. Qin’s smile faltered briefly but quickly returned as she said helplessly, “Dad, it’s only been one day.”

The old Mr. Qin thought about it and felt he was indeed too impatient, “As soon as the result is available, notify me directly.”

“Okay, I understand.”

Mrs. Qin cheerfully helped the old Mr. Qin upstairs. After seeing him enter his room, she went back downstairs.

Her still-charming face filled with resentment, “Does Grandpa have anyone else in his eyes besides that illegitimate child? It’s just a failed negotiation; is there a need to be so angry?”

Qin Yuan sat on the sofa, exhaustedly pinching the bridge of his nose. He had only met Pei Ya once today, but it felt more tiring than fighting a battle.

“Brother, did Grandpa scold you?” Qin Xuan ran down the stairs as soon as she heard their grandfather had entered his room, eager to mock Qin Yuan.

Previous occasions had seen her scolded by their grandfather, even being sent back to the U.S.; had she not resisted fiercely, she surely would be back in the U.S. by now.

Even if she stayed in China, she dared not go out, as if stepping outside would expose her to ridicule from everyone.

Mrs. Qin angrily said, “You are happy to see your brother scolded?”

Qin Xuan pouted, “Can’t I ask? But what’s actually going on? Is there someone Brother can’t handle?”

Qin Yuan lifted his eyelids and glared at her coldly, “Qin Xuan, even if Grandpa blames me, it’s not the same as with you. Grandpa still needs me. Unlike you, who failed to handle Li Hanzhou and now finds no use in your efforts.”

Qin Xuan’s expression twisted instantly, and though she dared not start a real confrontation with Qin Yuan, she angrily picked up her water glass to soothe her frustration.

“Ayuan, was there some kind of mistake?” Mrs. Qin knew Qin Yuan well and sensing his demeanor, it seemed he had faced a setback.

Qin Yuan collected himself, “It’s Qiao Yun. She knows Pei Ya. Today, Pei Ya was trying to support Qiao Yun. Hah, it’s the first time someone has dared to humiliate me like this!”

“Why her again!!!” Qin Xuan slammed her glass onto the floor, “She did it on purpose! She wants to embarrass us, that bitch! Why must she cling to our Qin Family like this?”

Mrs. Qin’s expression also soured.

Why did every recent event involve Qiao Yun?

Li Hanzhou humiliated Qin Xuan for Qiao Yun, even that boy suspected of having Qin blood was Qiao Yun’s cousin, and now Pei Ya had emerged as well.

“This…” Mrs. Qin was at a loss for words, “What’s so good about her that everyone is protecting her like this? But I never expected that she knew Pei Ya as well.”

Upon hearing this, Qin Xuan’s eyes darted around.

Something wasn’t right.

Even if they were close, they wouldn’t reject a business deal just for Qiao Yun’s sake.

Could it be…

Disbelief flashed across her face; Qiao Yun couldn’t be stringing Li Hanzhou along while hooking up with Pei Ya, trying to have the best of both worlds?

Great! She finally caught something she could use against her.

Qin Xuan confirmed her suspicions, turned around, and ran upstairs. Mere suspicion wasn’t enough; she needed evidence.

In her mind, Qin Xuan already had a perfect plan.

It would not only reveal Qiao Yun’s true nature to Li Hanzhou but also lead to Qiao Yun’s utter ruin.

Mrs. Qin watched Qin Xuan suddenly get excited, puzzled for a moment, but then she let it be.

Ever since Li Hanzhou had rejected Qin Xuan, the child had become increasingly radical.

…

After successfully annoying Qin Yuan, Pei Ya immediately took Qiao Yun to a restaurant for a meal.

Such a rare chance to catch up, he certainly wasn’t going to let it slip by.

Ever since Qiao Yun had returned to the Lu family, it had been hard for him to have a one-on-one chat with her.

If it wasn’t Li Hanzhou being a third wheel, then it was the brothers of the Lu family.

At the dining table, Pei Ya asked Qiao Yun about her opinion on collaborating with the Qin family.

Qiao Yun indifferently said, “Without them, it doesn’t affect us.”

She held many patents, and there were plenty of people who wanted to collaborate with her. Even without the Qin family, there would be others.

Pei Ya nodded, “The Qin family is different, after all. They have wider connections overseas, which would save us a lot of trouble if we collaborate. But they lack decency; with their character, even if we did collaborate, I wouldn’t feel secure.”

Qiao Yun drank a spoonful of soup and then hummed in agreement.

Pei Ya then sneakily asked, “Boss, does this count as you meddling in the family business?”

Qiao Yun glanced at him.

Pei Ya chuckled, “So, are you planning to take over the family fortune?”

Qiao Yun decisively refused, “No.”

Pei Ya’s face fell, and he sighed heavily, “When can I finally retire?”

Having a boss who had no desire for money but spent it like water was indeed a sweet trouble.

Qiao Yun consoled, “Work hard, and when you get married, I’ll give you a big red envelope.”

Pei Ya was silent for a while before he spoke, “Boss, something’s off about you; you used to talk about giving me a holiday, why are you talking about marriage this time? It must be Li Hanzhou wanting me to get married soon so he can monopolize you, right?”

“You’re overthinking it.” Qiao Yun looked at Pei Ya as if she was looking at an unreasonable child.

“Anyway, if you don’t get married, I won’t either. No, that’s not right; even if I don’t, you still can’t.”

Qiao Yun: “…”

This wasn’t just being unreasonable anymore. This was looking for a beating.

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