Hidden identities of the AI Heiress
Chapter 794 - Chapter 794 Chapter 794 Is the Tianqi Research Institute Yours

Chapter 794: Chapter 794: Is the Tianqi Research Institute Yours? Chapter 794: Chapter 794: Is the Tianqi Research Institute Yours? Jiang Jing stared at Qiao Yun in shock, not expecting her to say such a thing. She couldn’t react in time and her face was filled with astonishment, unable to speak for a long time.

Qiao Yun did indeed think so. In just two meetings, she had realized that Jiang Jing was a person with high pride and utmost confidence in her own abilities, which actually made her rather unsuitable for research.

Because such people don’t easily admit defeat, and some might be alright, but those with radical views could possibly do something extreme.

What Tianqi Research Institute values is not just ability but also one’s character.

Clearly, Jiang Jing did not meet Qiao Yun’s criteria, so without the need for assessment, she was not qualified.

Yet, Jiang Jing felt that Qiao Yun was looking down on her abilities, and by saying such a thing in front of so many people, she intended to belittle her. Anger flashed in her eyes as she gritted her teeth tightly, “Who are you to urge me to give up? Is Tianqi Research Institute yours? If you say I’m not suitable, does that make me unsuitable?”

Of course, Qiao Yun wouldn’t tell her that Tianqi Research Institute really was hers. Looking at the angry person in front of her, she thought for a moment and then sincerely suggested, “You should hone your skills for a few more years.”

Professor Qiao rarely had a moment of conscience and was willing to give a kind recommendation to the novice.

Qiao Xun couldn’t help but clench his fist to his lips, chuckling softly.

Qiaoqiao, acting like such a grown-up, was just too cute.

Jiang Jing’s face was a spectacle of color. She was filled with suppressed resentment but, due to the presence of Professor Xu, she could not openly make a scene and could only continue to stare at Qiao Yun with a defiant chin and haughty eyes.

Qiao Xun did not appreciate someone looking at his little niece like that, and said leisurely, tossing back the words Jiang Jing had accused Qiao Yun of, “How are you here?”

Jiang Jing was stunned.

With a gentle smile playing on his lips, Qiao Xun continued, “I remember that the Li Family’s banquet tonight had several areas separated so that guests wouldn’t disturb each other. How did an ordinary high school graduate like you sneak in? What’s your purpose? It looks like I’ll have to call someone to ask.”

Sneak in?

Jiang Jing’s face turned white instantly; those were not kind words.

The daughter of Yuncheng’s wealthiest, sneak in?

Jiang Jing turned her head to look at Qiao Yun, retorting, “What about her? Didn’t she just graduate this year too?”

“She is my little niece, and she is the top scholar of the arts and science stream. Aren’t you aware that many people want to take her as their apprentice? Besides, she is a distinguished guest of the Li Family. Are you comparing yourself to my little niece?”

Qiao Xun looked at Jiang Jing with a mockingly amused gaze as if to ask, are you even comparable?

With every word Qiao Xun said, it was as if he was slapping Jiang Jing’s face, constantly reminding her that Qiao Yun was indeed better than her.

Hearing how Qiao Xun praised her so, Qiao Yun’s eyelids twitched, and seeing him so enthusiastic, she decided not to step in.

Jiang Jing, with a burning face, retorted, “I didn’t sneak in; Uncle Xu brought me here.”

“Is that so?” Qiao Xun looked towards Professor Xu. “Professor Xu, let me kindly remind you not to trust people too easily. Otherwise, who knows what trouble they might bring you, right?”

Being called out, Professor Xu looked extremely embarrassed. Now that Jiang Jing had offended Qiao Xun’s niece, he was worried he might also be remembered unfavorably.

He quickly explained, “I was wrong to bring someone here without careful consideration, and Jiang Jing was also at fault for speaking recklessly without clarifying things first. I will ask her to apologize, and let’s put an end to this matter out of respect for me.”

Without waiting for Qiao Xun’s response, he hurriedly signaled to Jiang Jing: “Alright, hurry up and apologize.”

Jiang Jing had not expected Professor Cheng to take sides against her, nor to demand an apology from her. She felt it was absurd. Why should she apologize?

Admittedly, at first, she had indeed misunderstood Qiao Yun, but wasn’t it Qiao Yun who later picked on her first, questioning her capabilities? And even cursed her, saying she wouldn’t be able to enter Tianqi Research Institute.

In any case, it all seemed too excessive on Qiao Yun’s part.

“Jiang Jing, aren’t you going to apologize?” Professor Cheng, seeing Jiang Jing refuse to take the hint, grew anxious.

Qiao Yun was impatient with the bickering with Jiang Jing and spoke in a cool voice, “No need to apologize. However, I do not wish to see her.”

Qiao Xun then glanced at Professor Cheng.

Jiang Jing’s behavior today made Professor Cheng regret meddling in the first place, and he silently vowed he would never involve himself in the affairs of the Jiang Family again. Hearing Qiao Xun’s subtle suggestion to send her away, he awkwardly said, “I will take her out first.”

Upon hearing this, Jiang Jing’s eyes, filled with humiliation, began to mist over.

If she really left just like that, wouldn’t it be the same as being chased away?

All her life, who dared to send her away? Because of her own abilities, wasn’t everyone holding her in high esteem?

Jiang Jing refused to lose face and, her cheeks flushed with righteous anger, proclaimed firmly, “I won’t apologize, and I won’t leave! What right do you have to send me away with a single word? I didn’t come here for you today anyway.”

Turning to look at Xu Long, who was watching the drama unfold, she took a deep breath and spoke with a hint of respect, “Professor Xu, I won’t beat around the bush. I sincerely want to become your student, and coming to this banquet today was also for you.”

Her words carried genuine intent, though not without an element of opportunism.

Professor Xu had connections with Tianqi Research Institute. If she could become his student, she might have an easier time getting into the institute and quickly making a name for herself in the academic world.

But her well-laid plans were disrupted by the sudden interference of Qiao Yun.

She had thought little of Qiao Yun, but reality had slapped her in the face.

Xu Long repeated the same line, “I’m old and do not have the energy to take on more students.”

Jiang Jing forced a slight smile, “Please don’t rush to conclusions. My family is the wealthiest in Yuncheng, and if you’re willing to take me as your student, the Jiang Family would be more than willing to provide any research funds you might need in the future.”

Xu Long’s expression changed, showing his dissatisfaction with Jiang Jing.

What kind of person did she think he was?

To think she could buy him with money!

Xu Long declared firmly, “There’s no need. Everyone has some money. Doesn’t Miss Jiang know that the Xu Family is also in business?”

Time and time again Jiang Jing was rejected, her respect for Professor Xu completely eroded. She redirected her anger towards Qiao Yun, speaking sharply, “Professor Xu, if you don’t want to take me as your student, just say it. There’s no need to beat around the bush. I know you want to take her as your student, but with her arrogance, I advise you to think twice.”

Qiao Yun raised an eyebrow, not having expected to become the focal point again.

Xu Long nearly passed out, wishing he could swear an oath on the spot to prove his innocence. Professor Qiao, I truly have no intention of creating a scandal!

He said irritably, “You indeed need to refine yourself for several more years. You are too arrogant, which is detrimental to your future.”

Jiang Jing, furious and embarrassed, retorted, “I am confident because I am capable. Even though my college entrance exam scores were not as good as hers, one’s abilities should not be judged solely by such scores. At least I have won many awards both domestically and internationally. And her? I have never even heard her name associated with any award. A person who has never won any competition, what exactly do you see in her? I believe that I am no less capable than she is.”