Who Would Fall in Love After Being Reborn? - Chapter 219: The Boss Lady Arrives

TL: Etude

In the evening, the sky was set ablaze with a splendid sunset, transforming the once monotonous sky into a breathtaking spectacle.

The part-time students, having been busy all day, began to pack up and leave work one after another.

Gu Tiantian slung her bag over her shoulder and followed Chen Wenfang and Tang Li out of the activity room, heading towards the cafeteria.

However, her mind was elsewhere the entire journey. She couldn’t stop replaying the image of Jiang Qin masterfully strategizing in her head, her heart pounding erratically as if it might leap out of her chest. She was so distracted that she almost collided with a boy who had just finished getting his meal.

Fortunately, there was no soup in his tray, and he dodged quickly, narrowly avoiding a disaster.

“Tiantian, what’s wrong with you?”

“Nothing, probably just tired from work.”

Gu Tiantian gave a casual response to Tang Li, then sat down at the table, her lips involuntarily pursing together.

She was smitten.

Yes, she had developed feelings for Jiang Qin.

The boys she usually met were too immature. In contrast, Jiang Qin was a mature, wealthy man who shone brightly, striking directly at her heart.

“Shasha really has good taste…”

However, if Yu Shasha could like him, why couldn’t she?

After all, she was in no way inferior to Yu Shasha in looks or figure, and she even had a background in dance, with an impressive split that could surely score her some points.

Gu Tiantian now saw Yu Shasha as a benchmark for liking Jiang Qin and felt increasingly confident about her own chances.

But what about her current boyfriend?

“No worries, no big deal.”

Gu Tiantian quickly consoled herself and found a justifiable reason.

If married people can divorce, why can’t those in love break up?

Seen from another angle, her previous relationships were just practice, making her better for when she meets the right person.

There’s a song by René Liu called “Very Love Very Love You,” with a lyric: “Because I love you so much, I am willing to let you fly to a place with more happiness.” [1]

If her boyfriend truly loved her, he would surely understand.

With these thoughts, Gu Tiantian happily finished her dinner and returned to the dormitory to think about her next steps.

Meanwhile, Yu Shasha was lying on her bed reading a novel, surrounded by snacks sent by Hou Xiangkai. She had a whole bag full of various treats.

Seeing her, Gu Tiantian couldn’t suppress her thoughts any longer: “Shasha, I want to ask you something. How far have you and Jiang Qin progressed?”

Hearing this, Tang Li and Chen Wenfang also turned their heads in curiosity.

Jiang Qin was now their boss, and they were naturally curious about him.

Yu Shasha’s eyes lit up at the mention of Jiang Qin, and she kept calling him her male god in a tone filled with adoration. So, what exactly was their relationship?

Was Yu Shasha pursuing Jiang Qin?

But why was she still accepting snacks from someone else?

“?”

Yu Shasha looked up, her eyes filled with confusion: “What do you mean by progress?”

“Let me rephrase it. Are you dating Jiang Qin?”

“What a joke! How could he possibly like me?”

Yu Shasha felt a tingling in her scalp, thinking who would dare to be presumptuous in front of Feng Nanshu. Jiang Qin was the man she had her eyes on. To think of snatching him? That would require immense confidence.

She quickly ate a jelly to calm herself down.

Hearing her response, Gu Tiantian’s lips curled into a smile: “If you’re not planning to pursue Jiang Qin and just want to idolize him, then I might just go for it.”

“?????”

“What’s wrong?” Gu Tiantian felt uncomfortable under Yu Shasha’s gaze.

Yu Shasha took a moment to collect her thoughts: “I don’t understand. Who gave you the courage?”

“Of course, I did. Those braver than you will find happiness sooner. Just don’t regret it later.”

“Wait a minute, I just remembered something,” Yu Shasha said, looking at her blankly. “Isn’t the guy who came to drop you off at the beginning of the term your boyfriend? You said you’ve been together since high school.”

Gu Tiantian pursed her lips, speaking somewhat poetically: “Well, there’s nothing I can do. I’ve accidentally met someone better and can’t stop my heart from fluttering. Love really isn’t something one can control.”

“Stop joking. Jiang Qin has a girlfriend. You better give up on that idea.”

“You’re too scared to pursue him and don’t want others to either, right? I’ve already asked him, and he said he never dates.”

Tang Li nodded in agreement: “The boss did say he never dates.”

Yu Shasha, unaware of Jiang Qin’s habitual stubbornness, was filled with doubts. If he didn’t have a girlfriend, what was Feng Nanshu to him? They even spent New Year’s together.

Oh, I get it.

Feng Nanshu is his wife?

Tsk tsk, the devious male god, not satisfied with just being called a boyfriend, playing romance to the fullest.

“Shasha, let’s settle it then. If you’re not pursuing him, I will!”

“Suit yourself. But remember to yell out loud when you do, so the disaster doesn’t affect your roommates!”

“?”

Yu Shasha didn’t bother explaining further, knowing that forced explanations are seldom heeded and might even make others suspect ulterior motives.

Seeing her non-opposition, Gu Tiantian couldn’t help but feel pleased. She got into bed, covered herself up to her chest, and stared blankly at the ceiling, replaying every word and action of Jiang Qin in her mind.

[I just have a bit of talent and charm.]

[I’ve always emphasized one thing with the team at Linyun University: look beyond the surface to see the essence.]

[Old Lai, we’re in business, not charity!]

Gu Tiantian’s gaze grew more infatuated, the thought of her nightly calls with her boyfriend completely slipping her mind.

However, soon her boyfriend called, addressing her affectionately and asking if she had eaten well. But Gu Tiantian was no longer in the mood to chat. She quickly excused herself, saying she was too tired from her part-time job and wanted to sleep early, before hastily ending the call.

In the following days, the competition continued, but Jiang Qin never showed up. Although Gu Tiantian was keen to confess her feelings, she never found the right opportunity.

However, gossip, both in the workplace and on campus, is irresistible. The news of Gu Tiantian wanting to pursue the boss spread among the part-timers at the Polytechnic University.

Gu Tiantian, indeed a beauty, especially in a university like theirs where female students were scarce, was quite popular. Everyone thought that if it were her, pursuing the boss might not be impossible.

“Tiantian, I heard you’re going to pursue our boss. Is it true?”

On Friday morning, her group members Li Xiaoxiao, Sun Yue, Zhao Wenhua, and Wang Le couldn’t resist gathering around Gu Tiantian.

“Oh gosh, who’s being so annoying, spreading this everywhere?”

Gu Tiantian blushed slightly but couldn’t help smiling.

“It’s said that ‘a woman chasing a man is separated only by a thin veil’, and you’re so pretty, Tiantian. Your chances must be high,” Li Xiaoxiao shared her opinion.

Sun Yue chimed in: “Don’t forget us when you become the boss lady. We’ve been comrades in the market team for half a month!”

“I know, I definitely won’t forget you guys,” Gu Tiantian replied, pursing her lips. Then she quickly added, “But if you don’t work hard, I won’t show any favoritism.”

Zhao Wenhua immediately assured her, patting his chest: “But our school is quite far from Linchuan University. This would be a long-distance relationship, right?”

“It’s okay, he has a car.” Gu Tiantian smiled sweeter than her name.

“Right, the boss has a car. A trip to the Polytechnic University would only take about half an hour.”

Tang Li joined in: “Tiantian, I just talked to Manager Ding. She said the boss might come today.”

Gu Tiantian immediately took out her mirror and touched up her makeup: “What time will he arrive?”

“Soon, he’s already on the way.”

“Cherish the days when you can call her Tiantian. I guess after today, we’ll have to formally address her as the boss lady. Let me start by saying, hello boss lady!”

Wang Le, adept at flattering, instantly made Gu Tiantian beam with joy.

Words are free, after all! Why not say them first?

If it works out, it would be a great achievement; if not, just selectively forget it. There’s no loss either way.

Half an hour later, the door of the activity room suddenly opened. The first to enter were Lai Cunqing and Ding Qiaona, flanking none other than Jiang Qin, the boss who hadn’t appeared in a long time.

Seeing him, Gu Tiantian’s eyes instantly lit up. She quickly put away her lipstick and took out a confession letter she had prepared in advance.

Li Xiaoxiao, Sun Yue, Zhao Wenhua, and Wang Le had already prepared their compliments, waiting for her to return gloriously as the boss lady, ready to shower her with praise.

However, Jiang Qin’s next words silenced everyone.

“Everyone has worked hard. Let’s take a break. Your spendthrift boss lady has come to bring you milk tea.”

“?????”

Hearing this, the part-time students at the Polytechnic University couldn’t help but look towards the door. Then they saw two guys carrying a large cardboard box, filled with Xi Tian’s signature milk teas, the kind half-filled with toppings.

Following them, a stunningly beautiful girl entered, her gaze cool and demeanor regal, then she briskly ran to Jiang Qin’s side and stood obediently.

“I’m not a spendthrift,” she protested.

Jiang Qin looked at her coolly: “You filled every cup with toppings, making it thicker than eight-treasure porridge. If you’re not a spendthrift, then who is?”

“I am their boss lady,” Feng Nanshu declared confidently.

Bringing the boss lady to meet the team had become a traditional segment during the latter stages of promotion. Both the teams from Linchuan University and the University of Science and Technology had experienced it, and the young rich lady always enjoyed this part, making a lavish appearance each time.

“You wouldn’t be any less of the boss lady even if you hadn’t let Fang Xiaoxuan add so many toppings,” Jiang Qin teased.

“Jiang Qin, keep talking.” Feng Nanshu looked at him with sparkling eyes: “I kind of like hearing it.”

[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3znMCsScCxo&ab_channel=%E6%BB%BE%E7%9F%B3%E5%94%B1%E7%89%87ROCKRECORDS

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