Hidden identities of the AI Heiress
Chapter 886 - Chapter 886 Chapter 886 Qiao Yun I Am Not a Buddha No Reason

Chapter 886: Chapter 886: Qiao Yun: I Am Not a Buddha, No Reason to Act with Buddha-like Tolerance Chapter 886: Chapter 886: Qiao Yun: I Am Not a Buddha, No Reason to Act with Buddha-like Tolerance “Is that what she told you?” Qiao Yun’s delicate, pale face was expressionless, and it was impossible to read her thoughts.

Fu Yun stated with reason and evidence, “Jiang Jing is outstanding. If no one had done anything, she wouldn’t have failed to be selected by Tianqi.”

Qiao Yun uttered, “Do you know her well?”

Fu Yun was slightly stuck, she had known Jiang Jing for less than half a month, not knowing her well indeed, but that did not stop her from believing Jiang Jing was a kind person, based on how Jiang Jing had helped her before.

Fu Yun did not want to speak more with Qiao Yun, only saying, “Little girl, leave some leeway in your actions, don’t push people too hard.”

Qiao Yun curled her lip, “When Jiang Jing tacitly allowed Xu Qiao to slander me behind my back, why didn’t she think about leaving leeway?”

Moreover, it was Jiang Jing who provoked her first, and now that she had lost, she was playing the victim everywhere.

She wasn’t particularly concerned about others’ opinions, as long as it didn’t confront her face to face.

Now that it had come to her face, Qiao Yun didn’t consider herself a Buddha, and saw no reason to act with Buddha-like grace.

Her voice was calm as she said, “If someone provokes you, would you retaliate?”

Fu Yun instinctively said, “Of course.”

Qiao Yun nodded, “So I retaliated. Is there a problem?”

Fu Yun was stunned for a moment, then realized the implication behind Qiao Yun’s words.

Was she implying that Jiang Jing provoked her first?

Could that be possible?

Fu Yun looked skeptical, was it possible for Jiang Jing, such a gentle girl, to provoke someone?

Regardless of what Fu Yun might be thinking, Qiao Yun continued, “Losing and then reneging is a breach of faith.”

Fu Yun was rendered speechless, indeed she couldn’t argue with that.

“To break faith is one thing, to denigrate someone behind their back is despicable.”

Fu Yun was slightly surprised, “How could Jiang Jing possibly slander someone behind their back?”

Qiao Yun lifted her eyes, her voice cold, “So you are on her side.”

Fu Yun: “…”

Fu Yun looked astonished; was she implying she was a scoundrel?

Being confronted for the first time, her mild-natured self didn’t know how to respond.

She hadn’t expected this young girl to be so sharp-tongued.

And every word she said seemed to make sense.

Jiang Jing, seeing that Fu Yun had been out for a while and hadn’t returned, went to look for her and was caught off-guard when she saw Fu Yun and Qiao Yun together. Her expression changed dramatically and it was quite a sight.

All the defenses raised, yet unable to guard against this!

Jiang Jing clenched her lips, her gaze darkening, not knowing whether Qiao Yun had spoken ill of her.

Qiao Yun always opposed her at every turn. If she knew Jiang Jing had formed a connection with Fu Yun, she was sure to sabotage it.

Jiang Jing took a deep breath to calm her expression before she approached, pretending not to notice the awkward atmosphere. Her voice was gentle, “Aunty Fu, why aren’t you going inside?”

Then, turning to Qiao Yun with a face that mixed alarm with fear, “Qiao Yun, why are you here? Aunty Fu, she didn’t say anything to you, did she…?”

Qiao Yun clicked her tongue, clearly impatient.

Just as Qiao Yun’s words had started to make Fu Yun doubt her own judgment, seeing Jiang Jing looking scared dispersed those doubts instantly.

She took Jiang Jing’s hand, “It’s just a coincidence, we didn’t discuss anything.”

Jiang Jing sighed with relief, hesitated for a moment, and then pursed her lips saying to Qiao Yun, “Qiao Yun, no matter what has happened between us before, it’s all my fault. I just want to live a peaceful life from now on. Can we avoid crossing each other’s paths in the future?”

Her words seemed like an admission of fault, but on closer inspection, they gave off a sense of making an unjust compromise.

In the past, Jiang Jing would have disdained using such tactics, but now it was different; she feared what Qiao Yun might have said to Fu Yun, and could only pretend to be the victim first.

She sneered inwardly, thinking how her former pride had come to this, and the root cause of it all was Qiao Yun.

Regardless of what Jiang Jing thought, Fu Yun was indeed deceived by Jiang Jing’s act, looking at her with increasing pity.

Qiao Yun glanced between Jiang Jing and Fu Yun, understanding the situation clearly.

So, was Jiang Jing using her to gain sympathy?

Qiao Yun gave Jiang Jing a disdainful look, “You, is there something wrong with your brain?”

Jiang Jing: “…”

Fu Yun: “…”

Qiao Yun said earnestly, “Shall I refer you to a neurologist?”

Jiang Jing looked utterly shocked, then followed up, “You still refuse to reconcile with me?”

Jiang Jing clenched her teeth with anger internally as Fu Yun was still looking at her, so she had to continue playing submissive.

Being insulted a few times was nothing; it might even make Fu Yun sympathize with her more.

Qiao Yun tilted her chin, speaking unhurriedly, “You bet with me and you lost. I’ve been waiting for you to leave the circle. It’s despicable to break your word.”

Fu Yun furrowed her brows slightly, sensing another meaning in that statement.

Qiao Yun turned to Fu Yun, her words laced with sympathy, “Given that you were deceived, I’ll let it go this time.”

Fu Yun was puzzled.

Jiang Jing’s expression changed, and she hurriedly said, “Aunt Fu, let’s leave it at that and go back.”

“Okay.” Fu Yun was somewhat distracted, still pondering over Qiao Yun’s words.

Qiao Yun did not spare Jiang Jing any dignity and bluntly said, “Want to know what happened between her and me? Why not check for yourself?”

Jiang Jing’s pupils constricted, her hands tightly clenched by her side.

Qiao Yun, who had never even looked her in the eye before, had a lot to say today. Surely, she was jealous of her luck and trying to sabotage her!

Qiao Yun couldn’t care less about Jiang Jing, and after leaving her with that remark, she left.

The mobile phone in her hand was ringing incessantly, probably because Pei Ya saw she hadn’t answered and made a second call.

…

Fu Yun watched Qiao Yun’s retreating figure, then scrutinized Jiang Jing with an inquiring look, her tone still gentle, “Tell me honestly, what exactly happened between you and her?”

Jiang Jing knew that even if she could hide it now, she might not be able to the next time.

Her mind raced, and she said vaguely, “I previously wanted to become a disciple of Professor Xu, but Professor Xu favored Qiao Yun. I couldn’t accept it and impulsively made a bet with her, which she agreed to readily. I thought it was a fair and just challenge, but I didn’t expect…”

Her eyes reddened, appearing very aggrieved, “I didn’t expect she was so capable, could become an examiner for Tianqi, and then I performed poorly.”

She concealed a lot.

She didn’t tell Fu Yun the truth, that she had lost because of Han Luo’s intervention, and Xu Qiao had later spoken ill of Qiao Yun.

“She actually became an examiner?”

Fu Yun was surprised that the young girl could have such capabilities to be associated with Tianqi.

But thinking about it, Jiang Jing indeed hadn’t done anything wrong.

The biggest mistake, perhaps, was initiating the bet in the first place.

Jiang Jing hesitated, then said, “Aunt Fu, you don’t know, she is Li Hanzhou’s girlfriend.”

Fu Yun was completely shocked this time.

Because of Li Hanzhou, Huo Chi was still detained, and the girl who had issues with Jiang Jing turned out to be Li Hanzhou’s girlfriend. What kind of fate was this?

Fu Yun imagined a scenario where Qiao Yun had used her connections with Li Hanzhou to secure the position of a Tianqi examiner, just to target Jiang Jing.

Feeling perturbed, she patted Jiang Jing’s hand, “No need to say more, I understand. You are not at fault in this matter.”

Jiang Jing breathed a sigh of relief internally, smiling, “It’s nothing, it’s all in the past.”

Seeing that she wasn’t burdened by the past and didn’t obsess over it, Fu Yun was very pleased with her character.

At that moment, she suddenly remembered Qiao Yun’s last remark…

Fu Yun observed Jiang Jing’s expression thoughtfully, then said to Jiang Jing, “You go ahead, I need to use the restroom.”

“Okay.” Jiang Jing didn’t think much of it.

Once Jiang Jing had left, Fu Yun made a call to have someone look into the recent events concerning the Jiang Family.

She trusted Jiang Jing’s character.

However, her identity was special, so it was still necessary to check the background of those who approached her for peace of mind.

She hoped Jiang Jing would not let her down.

…

Qiao Yun walked to the balcony to answer Pei Ya’s call.

As soon as she picked up, Pei Ya’s puzzled voice came through, “Boss, what are you doing? Why did it take so long to answer?”

Qiao Yun told him, “Ran into a clown.”

“It must be someone blind bothering you again. You see, being an ordinary person is so troublesome, yet you insist on being one. Isn’t being a fairy better? Fairies only get admired.”

Qiao Yun pinched her brow to stop Pei Ya’s relentless chatter, “Do you have something to say?”

If not, let’s hang up.

Pei Ya shut up in a second, “I just wanted to ask if you want to have dinner together.”

“I’m out,” Qiao Yun refused.

“Alright,” Pei Ya sounded a bit disappointed, “Where are you?”

“Lanting Pavilion.”

“I’ll come pick you up.”

“No need,” Qiao Yun refused again. She was not a child who needed someone to pick her up.

“Why not? I definitely should.” Pei Ya insisted especially hard, “Yuncheng is our hometown. In our hometown, of course, I should be the one taking care of you, not letting someone else do it.”

Seeing that Pei Ya was about to become unreasonably demanding, Qiao Yun said with a headache, “Whatever you want.”

“Okay, wait for me.”

Qiao Yun was speechless. Was he addicted to acting like a nanny?

…

Qiao Yun hung up on Pei Ya and went back to the private room.

Su Qingqing had been waiting so long she was nearly wilting. Seeing someone return, she casually remarked, “Cousin, you were out for too long.”

Qiao Yun didn’t mention the incident with Jiang Jing. She didn’t want to trouble Su Qingqing, so she simply said, “He’s too long-winded.”

Su Qingqing did not inquire further, asking instead, “Is everyone full? If so, let’s go.”

Lu Shiran and Li Miao had already eaten and had no objections when they heard this.

Qiao Yun said, “You go ahead. Someone is coming to pick me up.”

“Who?” Su Qingqing was not pleased. She was here, who was trying to take over her job?

Qiao Yun simply said, “Nanny.”

Su Qingqing: ?????

Lu Shiran and Li Miao looked confused. Had they brought a nanny?

After thinking it over, Su Qingqing said, “Alright then, I’ll wait with you.”

Qiao Yun moved her lips.

Su Qingqing quickly added, “I need to see you off to be at ease.”

“Oh.” At this point, Qiao Yun couldn’t really refuse.

…

In another private room.

Jiang Jing was attentively serving Fu Yun food. They got along harmoniously, as if the earlier incident had never happened.

Jiang Jing thought she had alleviated Fu Yun’s suspicions, and her smile grew even more sincere.

Fu Yun put down his chopsticks, wiped his mouth, and with a smile at the corners of his mouth, said, “In a few days, Tianqi Research Institute will have a new product launch. Jingjing, come with me.”

Xu Qiao felt a surge of joy inside and hurriedly signaled to Jiang Jing with her eyes, urging her to agree quickly.

The Jiang Family naturally received an invitation as well.

But if Jiang Jing were to walk with Fu Yun, it would mean something entirely different. By then, everyone would know how much Fu Yun valued Jiang Jing.

Jiang Jing did not hurry to agree and politely declined, “Auntie Fu, our family also received an invitation. My father and I can go.”

Xu Qiao almost popped her eyes out, how could she refuse?

“I’m just bored and wanted someone to accompany me,” Fu Yun did not give Jiang Jing a chance to refuse. “Let’s just leave it at that.”

“Alright then,” Jiang Jing agreed helplessly.

Jiang Jing being so uninterested in fame and wealth, Fu Yun’s impression of her improved a bit more.

At that moment, her phone rang.

It was the result of the investigation she had asked for earlier.

Fu Yun signaled for Jiang Jing to wait a moment and then answered the call.

Jiang Jing carefully accompanied her, watching as the smile at the corners of Fu Yun’s mouth before the call gradually faded, her brows furrowed, and finally, when she hung up, she glanced at Jiang Jing.

That look carried no particular emotion, yet Jiang Jing felt somewhat uneasy.

She tugged at the corners of her mouth and asked, “Auntie Fu, is there something dirty on my face?”

“No,” Fu Yun looked thoughtful but did not elaborate, “I have some matters to attend to, so I’ll head back first. You guys enjoy your meal.”

Jiang Jing felt increasingly uneasy, not understanding what had happened, but she always felt that Fu Yun’s attitude toward her had cooled slightly.

Even Xu Qiao, usually slow to catch on, sensed that the atmosphere was off. She used her eyes to ask Jiang Jing what was wrong.

Jiang Jing subtly shook her head, signaling Xu Qiao not to ask further.

“Auntie Fu, I’ll see you out,” Jiang Jing said, her expression unchanging, still enthusiastic toward Fu Yun.

Fu Yun nodded without refusing.

…

Fu Yun was walking ahead, and just as she was about to reach the main entrance, she suddenly stopped and asked, “Jingjing, there’s something I want to ask you.”

Jiang Jing responded, “What is it?”

“Are you aware of the incidents where your mother has been slandering Qiao Yun behind her back?” Fu Yun inquired with a frown.

Jiang Jing was caught off guard upon hearing this and couldn’t control her expression, her eyes wide with panic.

Fu Yun put away the affection from her face, feeling the onset of a headache as she massaged her temples. She wanted to say something but ended up saying nothing, distantly adding, “Alright, I’m heading out first.”

Jiang Jing opened her mouth, knowing that Fu Yun’s silence was the most terrifying. She wanted to explain a few words.

However, Fu Yun had already left.

Fu Yun was actually somewhat disappointed. Although it was Xu Qiao who did it, if Jiang Jing knew about it and had not mentioned it to her, it implied either an ulterior motive or that she agreed with Xu Qiao’s actions.

Remembering what Qiao Yun had said, Fu Yun felt somewhat embarrassed. Had she misunderstood Qiao Yun?

But remembering how Jiang Jing had helped her, Fu Yun’s heart wavered…

Yet it was undeniable that she could never be as close to Jiang Jing as before.

Jiang Jing stared blankly as Fu Yun walked away, feeling somewhat dazed. Was the opportunity she had finally obtained about to slip away?

A sense of powerlessness filled her.

Jiang Jing silently covered her face, wondering why this was happening!

It must be something Qiao Yun told Fu Yun.

Why couldn’t they just leave her alone?

…

Su Qingqing stared dumbfounded at Pei Ya who had come to pick up Qiao Yun, completely astonished.

Wait a minute…

Cousin, the chairman of Shengqiao Group, did you just refer to him as a nanny? Does he know?