C32 Arrogant

Shi Muxue set her phone aside and refocused on the lecture.

She had always been a diligent student with a passion for chemistry, aspiring to join a research institute within the JE Group—the nation's most prestigious.

Naturally, the formidable Shang family that backed the institute was even more impressive.

Gaining entry to the JE research institute and securing a core position would ensure that the Su, Huo, and even the Sheng families took notice of her.

Despite the arduous journey and fierce competition, she was filled with confidence.

It was her singular ambition.

Only a few minutes passed before her phone buzzed again—Soong Yuzhi was calling.

With a moment's hesitation, Shi Muxue answered softly, "Mom, what's up?"

On the other end, Soong Yuzhi's voice rang out pleasantly, "Xue'er, Young Master Su will be there to pick you up after class. You'll come back with him."

"Su Jinxuan?" inquired Shi Muxue.

"Yes, him."

A subtle smile played on Shi Muxue's lips. "Understood, I got it."

Su Jinxuan, the second son of the Su family, was known for his mild temperament and indifference to conflict, often overlooked within his family.

Not so with Sheng Xu, who, despite his seemingly carefree demeanor, was both intelligent and capable—a revered Prince and the future head of the Sheng family.

Su Jinxuan had met Shi Muxue twice before and had taken a liking to her.

Shi Muxue, however, was indifferent to him, though his status as the Su family's second son could be advantageous to her.

His influence could not only foster a partnership between the Shi and Su families but also propel her to greater heights.

Shi Muxue relished the ascent.

Her spirits lifted further upon hearing that Shi Qian was idly gaming in a nearby café.

She preferred Shi Qian to remain complacent and unambitious, forever trailing behind her, trampled underfoot.

As for Sheng Xu, she was determined to turn him against Shi Qian. Whether Sheng Xu's intentions were genuine or he was merely toying with her, Shi Qian was not an option.

Shi Qian couldn't muster the energy to return to class and opted to stay in the coffee shop, immersing herself in a video game instead.

Perhaps driven by the force of heartbreak, the guy who could dazzle the entire universe had managed to conquer the levels overnight, advancing to the Level 10 map.

As she breached the Level 10 map herself, Shi Qian pondered the design of several new maps.

She had just entered the Level 10 map when she received a message from the universally dazzling guy: [Muh Yuvming, not bad! You've made it to level 10 so quickly.]

Muh Yuvming replied: [It's alright.]

His response, with its hint of arrogance, instantly reminded him of Shi Qian, that feisty woman.

She was one of the only two people who dared to be bold in front of Young Master Sheng—one in the game and one in real life.

One avoided meeting him, and the other refused to add him as a friend.

Sheng Xu felt a wave of melancholy wash over him.

After gaming for two hours, Shi Qian stretched languidly, her attention suddenly caught by the sight of Shaang Sizhan's car driving past the window.

She paused, puzzled. She hadn't called him yet; how had he arrived so quickly?

Shi Qian was about to exit the game and dial Shaang Sizhan's number when he beat her to it.

"Qian, are you done with class?" Shaang Sizhan inquired.

"Yes, the class has ended. Master Zhan, are you close to the school?" Shi Qian responded.

"Did you see me?"

"I guessed. Am I right?"

A light chuckle came from the other end: "Yes, quite accurate. I'll wait for you to come out."

Shi Qian replied with a smile, "Master Zhan, you'll need to make a U-turn. I'm in the coffee shop you just passed."

Without further questions, Shaang Sizhan simply said, "Okay," and instructed Lih Feng to turn the car around and head back.

Shi Qian stepped out of the coffee shop and waited by the roadside.

The car swiftly pulled up in front of her, and she climbed in without hesitation.