Chapter 87: Soon, Your Husband Will Be Mine!

She had no idea that Sister Chi had already orchestrated so much behind the scenes... Shi Runrun... in the end, she probably wouldn't even know how she had been outplayed and ruined by Sister Chi!

At that moment, Chi Wanwan’s phone rang from inside her bag. She fished it out and answered, her red lips parting slightly, “Mm, well done. Prepare two million. Give one million to Lin Miaomiao’s group as payment for their cooperation in acting, and the other million…”

She paused, put down the phone, and turned to look at Zhang Caicai, whose face had grown noticeably pale. With a smile, she said, “The other million is for you. You’ll most likely be dismissed from Beijing University when you return, so there’s no point staying in the country. Take the money and go abroad.”

As she hung up, someone began knocking on the door outside.

“Director Chi, the competition has resumed. The judges are inviting you to the venue.”

“All right! I’ll be right there!” Chi Wanwan curled her lips in a smile, withdrew her gaze, and looked into the mirror, her reflection blooming with a gentle laughter.

...

Because Group B—Lin Miaomiao’s team—had been disqualified for stealing the PPT from Shi Runrun’s group, only three teams remained in the final round.

After a readjustment and a draw, the final restarted at four-thirty in the afternoon.

Despite the earlier turmoil, Shi Runrun and Cen Huan’s team regained their composure. In the final, they presented their case and theoretical framework with eloquence and conviction, and successfully passed the last debate.

As expected, they won first place! Not only that, but theirs was the highest score ever achieved since the case competition began!

When the judges presented the certificate of honor and they stepped onto the podium, Shi Runrun was overjoyed beyond words. To fall to the depths and then be resurrected, to claim the champion’s seat—who could truly understand such a feeling?

Shi Runrun, Cen Huan, and the others were moved to tears, embracing each other and lifting the trophy together.

Below the stage, Chi Wanwan watched the girls’ joyful, tear-filled faces, her red lips curling with a fleeting, cold sneer.

Let her bask in triumph for a few days. It won’t be long before I drag her down to hell... heh.

...

Backstage, in a quiet room.

Chi Wanwan was packing her things, ready to leave.

Just then, her secretary knocked and entered, saying, “Director Chi, a student from the winning team, surnamed Shi, insists on meeting you. Should I let her in? There’s a company meeting tonight…”

Chi Wanwan pressed her red lips together, her beautiful eyes glinting. She smiled at her secretary and replied, “Postpone the departmental meeting to tomorrow. You can go home. I’ll meet this Miss Shi myself.”

After saying goodbye to Cen Huan and the others, who were taking the coach back to campus, Shi Runrun waited at the hotel entrance.

When the beautiful lady emerged, Shi Runrun’s heart leapt, and she hurried forward. Hearing those accompanying her refer to her as Director Chi, Shi Runrun was startled to realize the elegant woman was a department director at a company.

Seeing Shi Runrun, Chi Wanwan softened her expression, smiling as she looked at her. “Miss Shi, we meet again. My secretary said you were looking for me?”

Shi Runrun quickly gathered her thoughts and greeted her politely. “Director Chi, I’m sorry to trouble you. Actually, I wanted to…”

Chi Wanwan brushed her hair off her shoulder and said gently, “Don’t call me Director Chi—it sounds too formal. My surname is Chi, so why don’t you just call me Sister Chi?”

Hearing this, Shi Runrun felt her tension ease, though her manner remained respectful. “Sister Chi! Sorry to disturb you—I've been waiting here just to thank you! Thank you for standing up for us backstage and proving our innocence! That’s the only reason we got a second chance and won the championship! This competition means so much to the four of us.”

As she listened, Chi Wanwan sneered inwardly, though her face showed only an innocent smile. She said, “Have you eaten? I’m rather hungry. Shall we find a restaurant and chat over dinner?”

Shi Runrun readily agreed. “Yes! I was hoping to treat you to a meal to express my gratitude.”

In the Western restaurant next door, Chi Wanwan sat down, set aside her small bag, and called for a waiter, ordering an iced Americano.

Shi Runrun glanced over the menu. The prices were reasonable and the value excellent. Having just won a twenty-thousand yuan prize, she and her teammates had already agreed to set aside some to treat the beautiful lady as a thank you.

Feeling reassured, Shi Runrun ordered two dishes.

After the waiter took their menus, Shi Runrun turned to Chi Wanwan to once again express her thanks. “Sister Chi, we’re complete strangers, but you still trusted and helped us. I really don’t know how to thank you enough!”

Is that so... Then go die for me!

Of course, Chi Wanwan would never say such things aloud.

Chi Wanwan listened, her lips curving as she replied, “There’s no need for this. I helped simply because I didn’t want to let the bad guys win. Besides, your presentation was truly outstanding. You deserved first place, so there’s no need for thanks. And please, don’t be so formal—just call me Sister Chi.”

Shi Runrun blushed, a little surprised, then nodded. Her fondness for the beautiful lady before her only grew.

With Chi Wanwan’s gentle reassurance, Shi Runrun gradually let her guard down. In no time, she opened her heart and chatted freely.

Soon, the waiter served their delicious food.

As they ate together, Shi Runrun and Chi Wanwan chatted about everything under the sun.

Time flew by, and dusk fell.

When the clock on the wall pointed to seven-thirty, Shi Runrun stood to leave. “Sister Chi, I should be going now, or I’ll miss the bus back to Beijing.”

Chi Wanwan nodded. Suddenly, Shi Runrun turned back and said, “Actually, Sister Chi, this isn’t the first time we’ve met. I’ve seen you before.”

Chi Wanwan feigned surprise. “Oh? Really?”

“Yes, I saw you outside our school’s entrance! I thought you were so beautiful and elegant. I never imagined you’d help us out today in such a big way. Sister Chi, thank you one more time!”

With that, Shi Runrun made to leave, but Chi Wanwan called after her, her voice soft and gentle. “Runrun, can I ask—do you have a boyfriend?”

The sudden question caught Shi Runrun off guard, but she smiled politely. “Sister Chi, I’m already married! One day, I’ll introduce you to my husband.”

At the mention of Xiao Xuezheng, Shi Runrun’s heart fluttered. By now, he must be returning from the United States soon.

She was full of anticipation and yearning…

“Is that so? Well then, don’t keep me waiting too long!” Chi Wanwan picked up her bag and rose gracefully, standing there as she watched Shi Runrun. With a quiet “Mm,” she left the restaurant.

Watching her figure fade from view, all kindness vanished from Chi Wanwan’s face, replaced by a chilling, ruthless expression. She sneered and murmured in a low voice, “Very soon, your husband will be mine.”