SCHS - Chapter 2

Chapter 2

Just as Wen Shixue had complained about the TV drama yesterday, if she were this female supporting character, the first thing she'd do is give up on the male lead and absolutely refuse to be that universally despised stumbling block.

Being a 'love brain' would only leave her with nothing. Wouldn't it be much better to simply inherit this vast family fortune? Any normal person would choose the latter, which meant the original her in the plot wasn't normal—it must have been the male lead's halo at work!

But it didn't matter. Now, holding the script in her hand, she would never repeat the mistake of liking the male lead. Let the male and female leads love each other to their hearts' content; she was going to be beautiful on her own and live a happy, rich life.

After listening, Wen Lianchang asked unhurriedly, "Why do you want to cancel the engagement with Jianfan?"

Wen Shixue didn't answer, instead asking, "And why did you arrange this engagement for us?"

She was actually quite curious about the answer to this question.

In the original plotline, when she first learned she had a fiancé, because her heart was already set on the male lead and she thought he was from an ordinary family, she never connected the fiancé with her crush. She didn't want to hear any details about the fiancé, including his name. Therefore, Wen Lianchang had no way to explain the reason for the engagement.

After she found out the male lead was her fiancé, there was even less need for explanation. At that point, even without a reason, she would have been the biggest supporter of the marriage, so Wen Lianchang didn't need to explain the reason to her.

Having grown up in a free and tolerant family, suddenly being arranged into an engagement, it was impossible for her not to wonder why—was it just the typical trope of two families being close and arranging a marriage from birth?

Wen Lianchang calmly replied, "Because the two families have a good relationship."

Wen Shixue raised an eyebrow, thinking to herself: Just as I thought.

Then Wen Lianchang added, "Also because the Xu family is a leader in the industry."

Wen Shixue paused.

Wen Lianchang slowly analyzed the advantages and disadvantages for her: "After you enter the Wen Group, with the Xu family as your in-laws, your path will be smoother, and your position will be more secure."

He was a businessman, and also a father. He was perfectly clear on how much benefit the Xu family could bring Wen Shixue, and he genuinely wanted to pave her path for life, ensuring she lived without storms or rain, smoothly and successfully. There was also another reason—he didn't know how capable Wen Shixue was at management.

If she was capable, the Xu family would be the icing on the cake. Conversely, the Xu family and the Wen family together would be her backing; having an extra helper was always better than having one less.

Wen Shixue blinked lightly. She

could indeed understand Wen Lianchang's painstaking efforts, but that didn't mean she could accept it, especially with the villainous side character script in her hand.

Wen Shixue: Whoever wants to marry Xu Jianfan can marry him. This young lady isn't serving him!

"I don't need it," she said. "I can hold onto the Wen Group myself."

Wen Lianchang couldn't help but look at his daughter. As she spoke, her eyes and brows were filled with determination and confidence, causing his fatherly heart to subtly waver and simultaneously sparking a new idea.

Wen Shixue urged, "So you should quickly cancel this engagement."

Wen Lianchang chuckled lightly, leaned back leisurely into the red leather sofa, and asked casually, "You're that eager to cancel the engagement?"

Wen Shixue nodded her head vigorously.

Wen Lianchang said with an air of calm wisdom, "Then you'll have to prove yourself."

Wen Lianchang said, "The Wen Group recently wants to expand its market presence in the jewelry industry and create its own jewelry brand." He glanced at her. "You go."

"I'll give you two years. If you can make the Wen Group's brand establish a firm foothold in the jewelry industry, it will show that you truly have the ability to manage the company well. Then, I will personally step forward to dissolve this engagement for you. If you can't, you'll have to obediently marry Jianfan and follow my arrangements."

"How about it?" Wen Lianchang showed a capitalist's smile, kind yet cunning. "Little Xue, do you want to make this bet with Dad?"

This method could test Wen Shixue's ability and determination, and also give him time to think carefully about how to discuss this matter with the Xu family.

Wen Shixue narrowed her eyes, slowly leaning back. Wen Lianchang also narrowed his eyes, mimicking her. Three seconds later, Wen Shixue curved her lips into a smile. "Just you wait. I absolutely will not marry Xu Jianfan!"

Wen Lianchang knew this meant it was settled. He got up, planning to brush his teeth and wash his face, then looked back at Wen Shixue's head, reaching out to gently touch it. "Does your head really not hurt anymore?"

Wen Shixue nodded.

Wen Lianchang then patted her shoulder. "Alright then. I'll transfer someone from the Wen Group to be your 'teacher'. She'll go with you to the new company, be your Vice President, and teach you how to manage the company. If there's anything you don't know, remember to ask her often. I'll have her come over around noon so you two can meet and get acquainted first."

...

At eleven o'clock noon, a black sedan stopped punctually in the Wen family's garage. A woman with a graceful figure, wearing a sharp dark blue suit, stepped out of the car and, guided by a Wen family helper, walked into the Wen family mansion.

The sound of high heels clicking on the floor was light and composed. Hearing the sound, Wen Shixue lifted her gaze from the sofa.

This was the first time she had seen Qin Zhen, whether in the original timeline or now.

Qin Zhen's features were very well-defined. Her lips were full and perfectly shaped, with a beautiful Cupid's bow. The most beautiful part of her entire face was the tear mole beneath the slightly upturned corner of her eye, which subtly added a touch of languid charm. It was just that her gaze was too calm, as if she was unaware of the myriad charms hidden within her, making her seem incredibly serious instead.

As someone who appreciated beautiful hands, Wen Shixue unconsciously looked at her distinctly jointed fingers, a hint of pleasure in her eyes. They truly were a beautiful pair of hands. In the original plotline, it was precisely because she was a hand enthusiast that she had paid extra attention to the male lead, and then succumbed to the unreasonable protagonist's halo.

She subtly withdrew her gaze. She didn't plan to change; what she liked before, she would still like now.

Before Qin Zhen arrived, she had gotten some information about her from Wen Lianchang.

Qin Zhen was exactly thirty this year, without parents, having grown up in an orphanage. She was one of the children sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Wen Lianchang. She joined the Wen Group a year after graduating from university. Her business capabilities in the company were outstanding, her work attitude was serious, and she was highly valued. Wen Lianchang believed she was mature, steady, and capable, so he specifically assigned her to guide Wen Shixue.

Wen Lianchang was currently upstairs on the phone with his wife. Wen Shixue stood up and extended her hand towards Qin Zhen. "Hello, I'm Wen Shixue."

Qin Zhen lowered her eyes slightly, looking at the person before her who was as delicate as a doll. She shook her hand neither humbly nor arrogantly. "My surname is Qin, and my given name is 'Zhen'."

Wen Shixue politely said, "From now on, I'll be relying on Miss Qin's guidance."

Qin Zhen replied, "You're too kind, Miss Wen."

Wen Lianchang happened to finish his call and came out, inviting them to sit down for lunch. At the dining table, he earnestly instructed Qin Zhen to take good care of and support Wen Shixue, rambling on about a great many things. In a few days, he would convene a board meeting to announce the appointment decision for the new company.

After lunch, seeing that there wasn't much else going on, Wen Lianchang suggested they spend more time together to get acquainted and build rapport.

Qin Zhen had always listened to Mr. and Mrs. Wen Lianchang, like a second daughter to them. When Wen Lianchang asked her to stay and accompany Wen Shixue, she agreed without a second thought.

Wen Shixue suddenly remembered the peeping tom from yesterday, so she stopped Wen Lianchang and asked, "Where is that man who pushed me yesterday?"

"He's been detained," Wen Lianchang said. "Don't worry, Dad won't let him off."

Peeping on others and then pushing his daughter, this man of terrible character was practically asking for death!

Hearing this, Wen Shixue smiled slightly. "Dad, let me handle it. You just rest well at home."

She, Wen Shixue, always repaid grudges. Moreover, for scum like this, just making him pay money wasn't enough; he needed to learn a lesson.

Wen Lianchang gave her a strange look, unable to guess what she intended to do. He turned to Qin Zhen and said, "You go with her. Help me keep an eye on her. If anything happens, call me."

Qin Zhen nodded. "Okay."

...

Qin Zhen also couldn't guess what Wen Shixue wanted to do. She knew nothing about this little princess of the Wen family, but since she was tasked with supervising, she could only accompany her to the police station. She had already learned from Wen Lianchang about Wen Shixue's act of bravery yesterday and knew that Wen Shixue was completely fine; otherwise, Wen Lianchang wouldn't have let her go out so easily.

Before entering the police station, Qin Zhen politely asked, "What does Miss Wen intend to do?"

Wen Shixue replied with a frank expression, "Naturally, I'm going to get revenge."

Qin Zhen: "..."

She couldn't help but remind her, "This is the police station."

Was she serious about talking about revenge right at the police station entrance?

Wen Shixue patted her shoulder. "Just watch."

Qin Zhen subtly shifted her body away. Still not understanding what she wanted to do, she asked directly, "Let me confirm again, is your head really okay?"

She wanted to make sure Wen Shixue was truly fine and wouldn't get a headache again from being stimulated.

Wen Shixue didn't notice her slight abnormality and nodded her head very confidently. "The doctor said I'm fine, what else could be wrong with me?"

Qin Zhen didn't think much more about it and lifted her foot to follow her steps.

Wen Shixue saw the peeping tom who had pushed her yesterday. The two sat facing each other, exchanging glances. The peeping tom was the first to avert his gaze, his arrogance deflated. He already knew he had pushed someone significant and no longer dared to curse like yesterday. Otherwise, it wouldn't just be a matter of spending a few days in the station and paying compensation.

He secretly resented it in his heart. Everything had been going so smoothly, so why did he have to run into Wen Shixue of all people...

"Do you know you were wrong?" Wen Shixue was the first to speak.

The peeping tom repeatedly admitted his mistake, his attitude exceptionally eager and solicitous. "Yes, yes, I know."

All he hoped for now was that his good attitude in admitting fault would appease Wen Shixue, and ideally, she might even waive the compensation fee. Although he had pushed a person of high status, he didn't have that much money to pay compensation...

Qin Zhen sat observing in silence.

Wen Shixue nodded with satisfaction. "Mm, it's good that you know you were wrong. Don't worry, I'm a kind person, I won't make things difficult for you."

The peeping tom thought there was hope, and his eyes lit up. Immediately after, he heard Wen Shixue say, "So, just pay the money as my lawyer said, and then help me do something else."

The peeping tom: "..."

Not only did he have to pay compensation, but he also had to do extra work—she probably had some misunderstanding about what 'kind' meant!

The peeping tom was inwardly convinced and couldn't help but complain, "You're already making me pay compensation, how can you still ask me to do something else?"

Wen Shixue calmly shifted into a more comfortable position. "Because what you left me with wasn't just a headache, but harm to both my body and mind. I am currently in immense pain."

The peeping tom looked at her, who seemed perfectly normal, and retorted, "Stop lying! You clearly look fine!"

Of course, she was fine. She was doing great. But she would absolutely not admit it in front of this scumbag.

She unhurriedly touched her forehead. "Can't you tell?"

The peeping tom: "?"

Wen Shixue said without changing her expression, "I'm just pretending to be strong."

The peeping tom: "???"

What the hell kind of 'pretending to be strong' is that!!!

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