Chapter 210: Qiaoqiao’s Scandal
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Murong Qiao was now famous. The photo of her and Yan Xiu was also trending on various online platforms.
From childhood sweethearts to love at first sight, the versions of rumors by the netizens were constantly updated until everyone could not keep up.
It was Yan Xiu’s fault for being cooped up working in the design studio and almost not being able to catch any scandals about him.
As a result, the award this time caused a huge commotion and directly became a trending topic.
“As expected, enviable love belongs to others, and I’m only worthy of eating dog food.”
“This photo has already become my wallpaper. From now on, 1 feel like I’m immersed in novels.”
“Is it my imagination? I think the girl looks like the boss of CG.”
The popularity caused by BAS some time ago had yet to subside. Many people remembered Murong Qiao’s face, so they immediately recognized her when they saw this photo.
“Don’t doubt it, it’s the same person.”
“I can imagine the female boss and the aloof male designer being together.”
“There’s new news of CG’s boss everyday??”
Murong Qiao became popular again because of this. This matter also reached the ears of the Huo Family Head.
Seeing Murong Qiao and another man being reported on the news, the Huo Family Head remembered Huo Yichen, whom he had acknowledged not long ago, and called him to the study for questioning.
“How are things between you and Murong Qiao?” Master Huo looked at Huo Yichen. “You haven’t won her over yet?”
Ever since the acknowledgement, Huo Yichen had listened to his every word and so the Huo Family Head’s att.i.tude towards his son was not bad either.
With a plan and with Huo Yichen’s own conditions, the Huo Family Head was already 90% confident in this matter.
Hearing Murong Qiao’s name, Huo Yichen’s heart skipped a beat, but he put on a disinterested expression, as if he didn’t have any feelings for Murong Qiao.
“That’s about it,” Huo Yichen said vaguely. “There’s no real progress.”
He deliberately hid his relationship with Murong Qiao because he didn’t want Murong Qiao to attract the Huo family’s attention.
If he knew that Huo Yichen and Murong Qiao were already dating, the Huo family might target Murong Qiao.
Hearing Huo Yichen’s answer, the Huo Family Head frowned unhappily and looked at Huo Yichen with disappointment.
“You haven’t made any progress after so long?” The Huo Family Head reprimanded him. “1 think it’s because someone else beat you to it.”
The photos that were trending online were thrown in front of Huo Yichen, allowing him to see Yan Xiu and Murong Qiao’s actions at a glance.
Huo Yichen, who didn’t know the relationship between the two, found it glaring just by looking at it. His mind was in a mess, but he forced himself to maintain an uninterested expression.
He had asked Huo Yichen to get close to Murong Qiao, and yet the results were dissatisfactory.
Moreover, he had noticed recently that Huo Yichen wasn’t as obedient as he seemed on the surface. Ever since he acknowledged Huo Yichen, the Huo Family Head hadn’t completely trusted his son.
This incident with Murong Qiao was also a wake-up call. It made the Huo family head realize that Huo Yichen was a wolf cub and not a p.a.w.n under his control. Such a son with his own thoughts and even disobeyed his orders was definitely not what the Huo family head wanted.
Huo Yichen didn’t say anything when he heard him reprimand him. He just stood there with his head lowered, looking respectful.
“You’re useless.” The Huo Family Head frowned and complained.
He didn’t even know how to gain Murong Qiao’s favor. For a moment, the Huo Family Head’s evaluation of Huo Yichen changed.
“You may leave.” He waved his hand.
No matter what the reason was, it was an indisputable fact that Huo Yichen couldn’t get close to Murong Qiao in time.
The Huo Family Head sighed and called another person in.
“Master.” Huo Xiuyuan stood in front of him respectfully.
Huo Xiuyuan was the Huo Family Head’s nephew, and he had the best apt.i.tude among the younger generation. Most importantly, he listened to him very much, which made the Huo Family Head very satisfied.
Although Huo Yichen was of his bloodline, he was ultimately not under his control. The reason why the Huo Family Head could sit in his position was because he always had a backup plan.
Huo Xiuyuan was one of them.
“Go get close to her.” The Huo Family Head said as he gave him Murong Qiao’s photo.
Huo Xiuyuan picked up the photo and glanced at Murong Qiao’s appearance. He remembered it and nodded.
He did not ask why he had to get close to the girl, nor did he ask about the Huo Family Head’s motive. Huo Xiuyuan knew that all he needed to do was complete this mission.
“Understood,” Huo Xiuyuan replied.
Seeing how obedient Huo Xiuyuan was, the Huo Family Head couldn’t be happier.
Huo Yichen, who had just left the study, returned to his room. He still had to study later and only had a short break.
The photo was left in the Huo Family Head’s study, but when Huo Yichen saw it, he felt as if a thorn had been stabbed in his heart.
This matter had always been in his mind but he didn’t make time to call Murong Qiao until all his training and studies were over that night.
Murong Qiao had just returned home, and Murong Chen had just returned from a business trip. Meanwhile, Uncle Yang had prepared dinner.
She first returned to her room and changed into loose clothes. Then, she went downstairs and saw Big Brother sitting at the dining table. Fourth Brother Yan Xiu, who looked obviously unwilling, was also there.
“I’m back!” Murong Qiao hugged Big Brother.
Murong Chen smiled and hugged Murong Qiao. When he heard his Little Sister’s sweet voice, he felt that his fatigue from the business trip seemed to have been cured and a relaxed smile appeared on his face.
“Let’s eat first.” He pulled out a chair for Murong Qiao to sit down.
Yan Xiu glanced at their interaction and didn’t say anything. When Murong Qiao returned, she didn’t mention the matter of him throwing the trophy and he seemed to have become one with the air.
To be honest, if Murong Chen had not forcibly dragged him out of his room to take a breather, Yan Xiu would still be releasing his inspiration in his room.
Murong Qiao had just sat down and taken a bite when her cell phone suddenly rang.
The ringtone was unique to Huo Yichen. Murong Qiao knew it was him just from the beginning.
“Big Brother, I’m going to answer a call.” She quickly stood up and said.
Murong Qiao didn’t dare to answer Huo Yichen’s call in front of Murong Chen. If Big Brother found out that she was dating Huo Yichen, something terrible might happen.
Seeing Murong Qiao leave in a hurry, Murong Chen was a little puzzled. He didn’t think about dating and thought that it was a call from the company.
“Is the company that busy?” Murong Chen muttered.
It was already so late, yet they were still calling their boss. Murong Chen suddenly wanted to ask Jiang Chi if he needed to send another a.s.sistant over to help.
Yan Xiu saw Murong Qiao’s panicked movements clearly. He thought of the scene at the airport and immediately understood who the caller was.
Moreover, Murong Qiao’s tone was so light. It was obvious that she was picking up her boyfriend’s call.
Idiot.
Seeing that Murong Chen didn’t have any doubts and was still eating, Yan Xiu secretly rolled his eyes at him and focused on eating. He really couldn’t be bothered to remind him.
Murong Qiao on the other hand, didn’t think too much about it. She ran upstairs with the phone in her hand, as fast and agile as a rabbit.
After returning to her room, she locked the door and ran to the bed before heaving a sigh of relief..