Hidden identities of the AI Heiress

Pei Yao spoke sincerely, “Is it still not too late for me to take back what I said earlier?”

Qiao Yun turned over, her eyes closed as she spoke lazily, “No copying, not allowed, claiming it’s my student’s work.”

Pei Yao felt truly miserable as he recalled his school days and the fear of being punished by Qiao Yun with copying assignments.

Still, Professor Qiao was harsher.

Pei Yao whined, “Alright, I’ll copy. I’m also bringing you a gift tonight, hehehe…”

Qiao Yun made a comment with a single sentence, “Laughing like that, you sound like a eunuch. If there’s nothing else, I’m hanging up.”

Eunuch Pei fell silent, and it took a while before he responded, “Chirp.”

At least he’s self-aware.

Qiao Yun didn’t take Pei Yao’s mention of a gift to heart; she got dressed and went downstairs.

Su Mian was discussing the evening’s arrangements with the servants when she caught a moment to call out.

“Qiaoqiao, you’ve got a parcel.”

Qiao Yun sauntered over, still not fully awake, her eyelids drooping lazily, giving her a dazed and endearing look.

Su Mian couldn’t help but laugh, “Did you buy something online?”

“It’s a dress a friend sent.”

Qiao Yun honestly replied while lifting the delivery box.

“Are you going to wear it tonight?” Su Mian was a bit troubled; she had already prepared a high-end designer evening dress for Qiao Yun.

And how wealthy could Qiao Yun’s country friend be? The dress they sent was probably quite cheap.

“No, he’ll make a fuss.”

Qiao Yun nodded her little head, her fringe falling forward with her movements, adding a touch of docility to her look.

Su Mian’s maternal instincts overflowed, declaring that whatever Qiao Yun said was right; how could cheap be bad? If anyone dares to speak ill of the Lu Family’s treasure, she would squash them.

Seeing Qiao Yun heading upstairs, Su Mian quickly called out to her, “Oh, by the way, there will be a few people coming tonight. I’ll introduce you to them, and if you see anyone you like, just let me know.”

Qiao Yun raised her eyebrows, a glint of confusion in her dark eyes.

Su Mian explained, “It’s about your school, you see. We checked with Shengyang High School; they won’t accept donations, so it’ll be difficult for you to get in that way.”

“So your dad and I found some good schools willing to accept donations, but we still respect your choice. Hence, we’re taking this chance at Tingting’s birthday party to bring the principals over for you to get a good look.”

Feeling as if she was choosing a royal consort, Qiao Yun couldn’t help but twitch her eyelid and said in a lackluster voice, “Shengyang will be fine.”

Su Mian paused, surprised by Qiao Yun’s stubbornness, and gently said, “You have to look forward, not always fixating on one goal. There may be better options suited for you.”

“Leave the school matter to your mother, okay? Rest assured, I won’t let you suffer any loss.”

Qiao Yun remained silent for a while before finally saying, “Okay.”

Su Mian felt relieved, thinking Qiao Yun had come around and wouldn’t cling stubbornly to Shengyang anymore.

But in fact, Qiao Yun had other plans in mind; since no one believed her, she thought letting them see for themselves would suffice.

…

By eight o’clock that evening, guests had started to arrive at the Lu Family.

Those invited by the Lu Family generally had status and background, and although it was an adult’s party, it also served as a scene for people to network and rub shoulders.

When a member of the Lu Family turned eighteen, they would have such a party, except for Qiao Yun, who hadn’t had one at the Lu Family’s home when she turned eighteen, because she wasn’t there to celebrate.

But the Lu parents had decided, they would later hold a return party for her.

The Lu parents and Lu Jingzhi had arrived early at the doorway to greet friends and relatives.

For such an occasion, Lu Jingzhi could not be absent. He had come back just in time for the start of the party, so he hadn’t seen Qiao Yun yet—which was perhaps for the best, to avoid any awkwardness.

As time passed.

Almost everyone on the guest list had arrived.

Su Mian glanced at the time, “There shouldn’t be anyone else.”

Lu’s father turned back and instructed Lu Jingzhi, “Go entertain them.”

Lu Jingzhi acknowledged with a “Sure,” and was about to leave when a luxury car stopped at the gate.

When everyone saw who stepped out of the car, shock and a bit of confusion appeared on the faces of the Lu Family and Lu Jingzhi.