Who Would Fall in Love After Being Reborn?

Chapter 16: My Business Has Nothing to Do With You

In his past life, Jiang Qin was a student at Linchuan University, majoring in International Trade. Therefore, in this life, he still chose to go to Linchuan, as he was already very familiar with the city.

Starting a business in a familiar city would be easier and more efficient.

Hearing Jiang Qins answer, Feng Nanru rubbed her face, then stared blankly at the snack bag she had just been showing off, lost in thought.

At that moment, the Nokia phone on the table flickered. Jiang Qin unlocked it to find a QQ message from Wang Huiru.

Jiang Qin, Chu Siqi scored 632, what about you?

Did she send you to ask me?

Alright, you guessed right, she did ask me to.

My business is none of her concern. Just tell her that, Jiang Qin typed out on the physical keyboard and hit send.

Wang Huiru was stunned: Jiang Qin, you and Chu Siqi dont have any deep grudges, right? Its normal for classmates to ask about each others scores. Dont always be like this.

What am I like?

Petty!

Jiang Qins typing grew more fluent: If being petty is what it takes, then so be it. Let her think what she wants.

Wang Huiru sent an ellipsis: Jiang Qin, Chu Siqi did nothing wrong. She has the right to reject you, but even if you cant be lovers, you can still be friends.

Is it my fault? Choosing not to cling is also my right, okay? I dont want to be her friend.

Why not?

Jiang Qin switched to one-handed typing: She thinks the whole world should love her, that everyone should cater to her whims. Whatever she says goes, and if she says go east, you better not go west. I cant stand such a friend; its really annoying.

Wang Huiru was silent for a while: I know Siqi is a bit proud, but isnt that part of her charm?

Being a bit proud is fine, but she crosses the line. Like that day on Central Street, she ordered me not to leave in front of so many people. Why? Were not even friends, and she thinks she can just dictate my actions like the world revolves around her?

Just talk to her properly, ask her to change.

Jiang Qin frowned: Why should I waste my time on her? If one friend doesnt work out, Ill find another. Whats wrong with that?

Wang Huirus reply was noticeably slower: Nothings wrong, but are you sure youre not saying this out of spite because she rejected you?

Ive made myself very clear. Why do you all still think this way? I bet Chu Siqi thinks the same, right? Dont you think Im acting this way because I cant handle rejection and Im trying to save face?

No, no, thats not what I think. Dont misunderstand, Jiang Qin!

Jiang Qin continued typing: Wang, I dont even want to say a word to her. Im explaining this much only because of you. Do you understand?

Seeing this response, Wang Huirus heart softened: Then Ill talk to her, tell her not to bother you for a while.

Not just for a while, but forever.

Jiang Qin, saying that is too hurtful. She left you a way out when she rejected you, even encouraged you. Cant you be a little less cold towards her?

I cant believe this. When she said to keep going because there might be hope, you call that encouragement? She doesnt have feelings for me. Shes just lonely and thinks I can keep her company. The moment she finds someone she truly likes, she wont even remember who I am.

Wang, sometimes its better to speak harshly, to make a clean break. It prevents both parties from harboring too many illusions.

Upon reading this reply, Wang Huiru fell silent, suddenly recalling the conversation she had with Chu Siqi on Central Street.

Siqi, what if you meet someone you truly like in the future?

Then Id definitely choose the one I like. I cant pick Jiang Qin just because hes persistent, can I?

Knowing that Jiang Qins words were not without truth, she had no ground to argue, even feeling somewhat on Jiang Qins side.

Alright, Jiang Qin, I know what to do.

Wang, its been nice chatting with you, but please dont contact me about her matters again. I dont want my day to be ruined, okay?

Sorry.

Its fine, as long as things are clear.

After ending the chat, Wang Huiru sighed, her gaze drifting into a daze.

Indeed, Jiang Qin truly had no lingering feelings for her best friend, turning into disgust and rejection instead.

But what about Feng Nanru?

Was she really dating Jiang Qin?

She was the daughter of a wealthy family, often picked up in a Bentley, and the dream of countless boys at Chengnan High School. Boys secretly in love with her would form a line from Chengnan High School to the city center. Yet, Jiang Qin could pinch her face, and she was utterly adorable and capricious. Who would believe such a thing?

Even Wang Huiru wanted to ask: Why?

Jiang Qin looked good, was tall, and performed well academically, but she still couldnt believe he could win Feng Nanrus heart.

Feng Nanru was famously aloof at school, hardly speaking to anyone, exuding an unapproachable air of nobility.

Some boys felt inferior just getting close to her, wondering how they dared to harbor such hopes, not realizing their own worth.

So this was all just illogical!

Wang Huiru felt she was increasingly unable to see through Jiang Qin. And then she couldnt help but think of her best friend again.

Siqi was still haughty and temperamental, waiting for Jiang Qin to regret and apologize, completely unaware of all that had transpired in just half a month.

Wang Huiru picked up her phone again, found Chu Siqis QQ, and sent her a message.

I just asked Jiang Qin. He said his affairs have nothing to do with you and asked you not to contact him anymore.

That asshole, how can he speak like that? Didnt you scold him for me?

Siqi, let it go. Youve already rejected him. Just forget about him.

In a bedroom of a unit in Fenglinlu Community, Chu Siqi, dressed in pajamas, was infuriated. She threw her college application guidebook against the wall, tears welling up in her eyes.

That Jiang Qin, he must hate her for rejecting him, so hes deliberately trying to upset her!

Yes, he succeeded. She was indeed upset.

But wasnt he uncomfortable holding back for so long? It was just prideful suffering.

In fact, Chu Siqi had her reasons for asking Wang Huiru to inquire about Jiang Qins scores. She wanted to give Jiang Qin an out, hinting him to stop being resentful.

Lately, she was becoming increasingly irritable, constantly checking her phone, fantasizing about a message from Jiang Qin admitting his mistake.

This was almost becoming her obsession.

She never cared so much about Jiang Qin before, but now he filled her thoughts. Chu Siqi didnt like this version of herself, nor the feeling of losing control.

But she hadnt expected Jiang Qin to be so heartless. He really didnt know whats good for him!

Fine, no contact then. From now on, whoever contacts the other is a fool!

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