Chapter 380: President Jiang Qian - Pretending to Cultivate in Kindergarten

Chapter 380: President Jiang Qian By the lotus pond at the school, more and more students were gathering, forming a crowd. Voices of surprise and discussion erupted. "Isn't that the new student council president who took office recently? They say she's the daughter of some wealthy family." "Not only does she have an aura, but she's genuinely beautiful." "The president is indeed stunning! Rumor has it that she has mastered almost all special skills, and she has a particular expertise in music!" "Did you just hear what the president said? If Lin Zhengran wins, she'll become his secretary? If she really loses, wouldn't it be utterly embarrassing? After all, she's a wealthy heiress." "This guy is definitely going to lose this time." "I also think the president will surely win. Since she said so, there's no way she could lose." Almost all the students and student council members present were discussing the current spectacle. The defeated vice president stood behind Jiang Qian and introduced confidently to Lin Zhengran, "This is our esteemed president. The one you're challenging next." Lin Zhengran, seated, looked up to meet Jiang Qian's gaze as she looked down at him. He spoke calmly, "Jiang Qian?" Amid the murmurs, the trio simultaneously expressed their surprise: "Jiang Qian?!" Jiang Xueli doubtfully asked, "No way! How is Jiang Qian the student council president of Qingbei University?! Aren't presidents usually seniors?" Jiang Qian replied coldly to the trio, "In this world, there's nothing impossible for me, only things I want to do or don't." He Qing quickly took out her phone and searched the school's website for the current student council president, confirming that it was indeed Jiang Qian! It was officially public. Then she whispered to Han Wenwen, baffled, "The president really is Jiang Qian! Could wealth really make this happen?" Han Wenwen squinted her fox-like eyes, seemingly having noticed something. Fang Meng reminded Lin Zhengran, "Lin Zhengran, I believe you've already read the rules on the flyer before the competition, right? Once it starts, you can't back out, especially since you've already beaten our vice president—you no longer have the option to withdraw. Moreover, the competition process is fair and open, and all interpretation rights belong to the student council. That means if Qian loses, you must accept her as your secretary." Lin Zhengran blinked, "I indeed have read the rules." Jiang Xueli, clenching her small fists, questioned Lin Zhengran, "No wonder we saw those flyers right after the counselor mentioned the student council! Is this your plan all along? That’s not fair!" Fang Meng responded, "It's not unfair; you were the ones who came to challenge. We just distributed the flyers, and everything is fair and open. Our president won't hold back in the competition, and I believe Lin Zhengran won't either. Since he's here, isn't it because he wants to run for student council president? It's a win-win." He Qing thought their reasoning made sense; it seemed like a strategic move. She stepped forward and said softly, "But how did you know we wanted to join the student council? We never mentioned it to you." Fang Meng didn’t answer this time since she didn’t know; it was all Qian's idea. Jiang Qian, with an icy demeanor, said, "You could say I’ve known Lin Zhengran for over three years. I might know him as well as you do. Enough small talk; let's start. The audience can't wait. There are plenty of matches today, and I'll face Lin Zhengran on each one." The crowd buzzed with excitement, and more people gathered to watch the spectacle. The news of Lin Zhengran, the freshman Lin Clan's leader, challenging the student council president, Jiang Qian, spread quickly, drawing everyone’s curiosity. Others were unaware of the emotional entanglements of the trio. They were more concerned, "Why haven't they started yet?" "Yeah, what are they discussing? I'm waiting to see who wins." "If President Jiang Qian, who is so beautiful, really becomes Lin Zhengran's secretary, that would be shocking." Jiang Xueli looked around at the murmuring classmates, sweating on her forehead. She turned to her friends: "He Qing, Fox, what do we do? We've completely fallen for Jiang Qian and Fang Meng's plan. If this continues, Zhengran will definitely win, and Jiang Qian will certainly lose, solidifying this whole secretary deal!" He Qing squeezed her eyes shut, trying to think, but her mind was blank, unable to come up with anything. Jiang Xueli sought help from Han Wenwen: "Cunning Fox, you're usually full of ideas. Think of something!" Contrary to her usual self, Han Wenwen sighed, a mix of jealousy and admiration on her face, and shook her head. She looked across at the current student council president, Jiang Qian. "In this situation, there's almost nothing we can do." "Almost?!" Jiang Xueli exclaimed, as if grasping a lifeline, "What do you mean by almost? Does that mean there's still a way?" "There is, but it would be harmful to Zhengran. Lily and Qingqing, can't you see the current situation? It's a well-orchestrated play by Jiang Qian... No, it’s entirely Jiang Qian’s plan, with Fang Meng only realizing it today. They spread the flyers to get Zhengran to challenge." The little fox observed the crowd: "This match seems to put the challenger at a disadvantage, but we know that Zhengran will emerge as the victor. "However, the other students aren’t aware of Zhengran's strength, especially the older students. The student council president position requires not only defeating the current president but also standing out in the year-end election." Han Wenwen summarized: "You could say today's live show was carefully set up by Jiang Qian for Zhengran, aiming to make everyone clearly see Zhengran's capabilities. "This way, when the election comes, Zhengran will win easily without any suspicion of foul play. Everything will be open and fair, proving that the new president has the capability." He Qing understood, "Indeed, after today, with so many witnesses, everyone will know about Lin Zhengran's skills, making his future work as student council president much smoother, especially without questioning from seniors." Han Wenwen furrowed her brow: "In conclusion, it's a win-win. Zhengran gains status, and Jiang Qian gets a chance to be close to him. If we want to stop it, the only way is for Zhengran to forcibly withdraw now... but as I said before, that wouldn't be good for Zhengran." Jiang Xueli widened her eyes in realization: "Withdraw... if he withdraws now, then with so many people watching today, Zhengran will never have a chance to run for president due to the rules, and the backlash will be huge." The little fox jealously looked at Lin Zhengran: "So Zhengran won't withdraw. With us around him, he’s already under a lot of scrutiny. If he withdraws, it would only bring more trouble, and to avoid burdening us, he won't back out. "Instead, he'll accept this match. Besides Jiang Qian potentially getting closer to Zhengran, everything else benefits us, like showcasing Zhengran's strengths, appointing him as president, and gaining respect from the seniors, and so on." Han Wenwen noticed Jiang Qian's hands, now rougher than before, with slight injuries. "Money can indeed accomplish many things, but haven't you noticed that many students know about Jiang Qian's position? We were the only ones unaware. "That suggests, without our knowledge, Jiang Qian has done much to secure this position, all to highlight Zhengran's prowess. The second Miss Jiang really has fallen completely for Zhengran." (The chapter ends)