Chapter 1881: Chapter 1879: Taking Advantage of Proximity
After Gu Qiaoqiao sat down, she smiled and said, "Mom, itâs not that serious. Besides, you and her mother are classmates. If you really shut her out, it wouldnât be good for your reputation."
Gu Qiaoqiao was speaking the truth and considering Shen Manruâs perspective. Welcoming someone warmly at first and then never allowing them to come again seems quite excessive, no matter how you look at it.
Moreover, she and Choo Lanâs mom are classmates.
Classmates arenât just the two of them; there must be dozens more behind them. If this gets out, it will have a huge impact on Shen Manruâs reputation, and thereâs really no need for that.
After all, nothing has really happened yet. While itâs important to be prepared for possible issues, you canât just cut them off completely.
However, Gu Qiaoqiao also knows that Shen Manru may not really do this, but she certainly feels annoyed now. Itâs just to show an attitude to Qin Yize and her, Gu Qiaoqiao.
After all, they are the real family. Choo Lan is an outsider.
Upon hearing Gu Qiaoqiaoâs words, Shen Manruâs expression softened considerably and she said with some guilt, "How was I supposed to know she did so many things? I didnât know if she would cause trouble for you all."
"Mom, itâs okay. She wonât come often, but you should still be careful. That woman is quite deep; looking at her outwardly, you canât see anything." Qin Yize gave the necessary cautionary advice.
"I got it, Iâll definitely pay attention in the future."
Shen Manru nodded firmly.
The family of four didnât leave since Qin Xiaoyu had just returned. This girl has become quite the figure at school, having successfully been elected as the Vice President of the student council.
Sheâs different in character from Gu Qianqian because, in this life, she didnât go through that dramatic event, and her life hasnât completely changed. She still retains some of her original flavor, being somewhat flamboyant, quick, and slightly arrogant, with quite a personality, which actually makes her quite popular outside.
Especially in a place like the student council, in some aspects, Qin Xiaoyu shows quite a bit of leadership potential.
However, her purpose for joining the student council wasnât that clear-cut. Gu Qiaoqiao knows very little and only heard some bits from Qianqian.
Apparently, Qin Xiaoyu fell for the student council president, which is why she fought her way in.
It seems Qin Xiaoyuâs goal is to get close to him for an advantage.
The student council president that Qin Xiaoyu likes is a senior from Yun City. His family background is unclear, but since he can be the student council president, he must not be an average character.
According to Gu Qianqian, heâs also said to be a tall and handsome guy.
But Gu Qianqian repeatedly warned Gu Qiaoqiao not to let Shen Manru know about this because sheâs the only one who knows. If Shen Manru finds out, sheâd assume Gu Qianqian spilled the beans, and Qin Xiaoyu wouldnât share anything with her anymore.
Gu Qiaoqiao certainly wouldnât betray her sister and she wouldnât tell anyone else, including Qin Yize.
But she still looked into it and found out that the guy has a good character, excellent grades, and is outstanding in various areas. Regarding his family, she was still in the process of understanding, but for families like theirs, itâs not necessarily about a power match. As long as both like each other and he has good character, thatâs basically sufficient.
However, now the main issue is obvious: the young man doesnât seem to have any feelings for Qin Xiaoyu yet; it seems Qin Xiaoyu is all in by herself.
Looking at Shen Manruâs expression, she and Qin Xuan have taught at university for so many years, their connections are exceptional. They probably already know about this but are just pretending not to.
Although Shen Manru wasnât too pleased to see Qin Xiaoyu come home so late, her daughter is grown-up. Itâs not possible to keep her tied to the house every day; she needs to go out and adapt to society, make some friends.
But still, she quietly advised, "Xiao Yu, try not to come home this late again."
"Mom, I got it. If I knew brother and sister-in-law were coming, I definitely wouldnât have gone out. Today was a student council dinner."
Gu Qiaoqiao smiled warmly as she quickly pulled Qin Xiaoyu over to give her a once-over, then satisfied said, "Alright, no alcohol."
"Sister-in-law, you strictly warned me not to touch a drop of alcohol; I wouldnât dare defy that," Qin Xiaoyu exclaimed.
Shen Manruâs gaze flickered, and she asked nonchalantly, "Xiao Yu, did everyone from the student council go?"
"Everyone went, not a single person was missing."
"Are there no out-of-town people in your student council?"
Itâs currently summer break; if there were out-of-town students, they shouldâve gone home.
"Thereâre two out-of-towners, but they stayed here doing work-study to earn tuition for next semester."
"Thatâs commendable."
Shen Manru, being a university professor, genuinely appreciates such ambitious youths and nodded in agreement.
Then she glanced at her slightly childish daughter, sighed internally, but still asked, "Was your promotion to student council vice president part of the dinner celebration?"
"Oh, we already celebrated that earlier, todayâs just a casual dinner."
"Was this your idea or the student council presidentâs? By the way, how are you two getting along? Youâve suddenly become his deputy, surely thereâll be friction at work. Though youâre both in the student council, youâre still unfamiliar with each other; you canât be capricious like at home."
Gu Qiaoqiao secretly chuckled as expected, this was Shen Manru subtly warning her daughter not to judge based on appearance.
However, this kind of advice is appropriate. After having a daughter herself, she realized that a motherâs worries never really end.
Shen Manru certainly was like this now.
"Mom, donât worry. Weâre getting along quite well. Weâve previously worked together in study groups and various activities. We often participated together; our student council is very united, itâs different from other schools."
Then she looked at Gu Qiaoqiao, curiously asking, "Sister-in-law, you must be familiar with the student council at your school, right?"
"More or less, our institute has hosted several events previously organized by the student council, so Iâve had some contact with them."
Gu Qiaoqiao is a visiting professor at the Crafts and Fine Arts Institute. When the student council organizes such cultural and artistic activities, sheâs definitely the first to lend a helping hand.
Like exhibitions and such, because sheâs backed by Yubao Square, and her carving skills are extremely impressive.
Even though she seldom produces new works now, her previously carved Roc Spreading Its Wings is still on display at the most prominent position.
Hence, to Gu Qiaoqiao, the student council members are certainly not unfamiliar.