Who says I can't become a Grand Master?

Chapter 156 Miss Gu's Dao Heart is About to Collapse

Chapter 157 Miss Gu's Dao Heart is About to Collapse

As the sun rose higher, the plane trees along the street cast dappled, swaying shadows.

Gu Xintong seemed a little jealous, and gently pouted.

"You seem quite concerned about these two pretty girls."

Zhang Qingzhe simply smiled and casually glanced at Gu Xintong.

Sunlight fell on her moon-white dress, outlining her shapely figure. "Your dress is quite pretty," Zhang Qingzhe said casually.

A blush immediately rose on Gu Xintong's face.

She raised her hand shyly and gently played with the strands of hair hanging down her temples.

"I have a social engagement at home—which I really don't want to go to at all."

Zhang Qingzhe smiled slightly and casually joked, "Are you going on a blind date?"

Gu Xintong was struck dumb by these words, her pretty face freezing instantly.

She glared at Zhang Qingzhe fiercely, her beautiful eyes filled with disbelief, as if she felt she was being seriously questioned.

"I would never do such a thing!" Gu Xintong replied angrily.

Zhang Qingzhe's words were unintentional; he didn't expect Gu Xintong to actually get angry.

A look of confusion crossed his face, but he eventually just nodded and said, "Mm."

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Gu Xintong was still feeling a bit stifled.

She felt that the boy next to her was like a block of wood, completely unable to understand her feelings.

He actually said something so hurtful to the girl.

If it were someone else, they probably would have already started a fight with him.

Zhang Qingzhe had no idea what she was thinking.

He hesitated for a moment before lowering his voice and saying, "I just killed two people."

Gu Xintong was reaching out to tidy her hair, which was being ruffled by the breeze.

Upon hearing this, her slender fingers paused slightly, stopping in mid-air.

"what!"

Gu Xintong's eyes widened instantly, her long eyelashes trembling in surprise. "Where?"

"In that alley over there," Zhang Qingzhe gestured with his eyes.

Gu Xintong subconsciously turned her head, wanting to look at that secluded alley.

But Zhang Qingzhe gently put his arm around her shoulder and said, "Don't look in there."

Zhang Qingzhe's voice was calm, "There might be other companions nearby. Don't arouse suspicion."

Gu Xintong was stunned for a moment.

He glanced at the hand on her shoulder and nodded shyly.

The driver, who was also the bodyguard, saw this scene on the roadside and quickly pretended that he hadn't seen anything.

"Who...who exactly is it?" Gu Xintong's voice held a hint of nervousness.

"He's a member of the Deadpool organization."

"What?"

Gu Xintong was even more surprised, her small lips slightly parted.

"Members of the Deadpool Organization—aren't they at least official card masters?"

"That's right."

"You killed two people all by yourself?"

"Yes."

Zhang Qingzhe answered calmly, as if he were talking about a trivial matter.

"Are you really a trainee cardholder?"

"Of course I am."

Zhang Qingzhe smiled helplessly.

"If I were a certified card dealer, I would have applied for a subsidy from the school long ago."

"All right----"

Gu Xintong took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down.

"Then why are they here?"

"They were following my sister all the way to that building."

Zhang Qingzhe raised his head, his gaze sweeping over the bustling street to the striking white building not far away.

Gu Xintong followed his gaze and looked up as well.

Then, she bit her moist lower lip, her voice filled with worry: "Do I need—do I need to find someone to help me?"

Zhang Qingzhe turned his head to look at her, his hand still on her shoulder.

He noticed that although Gu Xintong was very scared, her slender shoulders were even trembling slightly, but she still stood firmly in place. This young lady who had grown up in a greenhouse was probably hearing about a murder case for the first time.

However, she managed to hold on and not run away, and was even thinking of herself.

This stirred a faint sense of emotion in Zhang Qingzhe's heart.

"I've already contacted Professor Xia," Zhang Qingzhe said, softening his tone. "She'll have the Witch Sisters take over this matter."

Gu Xintong nodded, seemingly relieved by the news.

Zhang Qingzhe raised his head again and glanced at the white high-rise building in the distance.

Do you know that building?

"Oh—I know!" Gu Xintong nodded. "That's our family's property."

"Um?!!!!"

Zhang Qingzhe turned his head in surprise.

Gu Xintong nodded gently, the mystical earrings on her earlobes reflecting a soft, shimmering light.

"If you're curious—I can take you inside for a look around."

Let's call it a day.

Zhang Qingzhe shook his head. "I just want to know, what's done inside?"

"Making mood candies."

"Um???!!!"

Zhang Qingzhe was stunned for a moment.

His mind began to race, connecting the events from beginning to end.

After a jumble of thoughts, he finally understood the whole thing.

It turns out my sister's secret part-time job was providing "raw materials" for "Mood Candy"!

The reason the younger sister kept it a secret from him was probably because she was afraid that if her older brother found out, he would know her "feelings".

This feels a bit like writing a diary under a pseudonym on Weibo.

It's fine to show it to strangers, but if your own brother recognizes it, it would be incredibly embarrassing.

Just then, a few short honks of a horn broke the tranquility of the street corner.

Several unremarkable yellow construction vehicles, painted with the "City Gas" logo, were parked steadily in front of the alley entrance.

After the car door opened, several people dressed in dark blue overalls jumped out nimbly, carrying toolboxes.

Their movements were efficient and orderly, quite unlike the lax manner of ordinary maintenance workers.

Just as Zhang Qingzhe was wondering what was going on, another SUV pulled up behind them, with two women inside.

The woman who got out of the driver's seat looked quite young.

She has short, neat hair with a few bright blue highlights at the ends.

Her face was unabashedly lively, and her eyes were full of curiosity and energy.

Although they were wearing work clothes, they didn't look like employees of a gas company at all.

As soon as she got out of the car, she looked around and quickly spotted Zhang Qingzhe, then strode over to him.

The other witch following behind her presented a stark contrast.

The woman was slightly older and was also wearing a blue uniform, but her long hair was neatly tied back.

She had a beautiful face, but no expression.

His eyes were calm, even somewhat gloomy, as he silently surveyed the scene, his gaze lingering for a moment at the entrance of the alley.

Zhang Qingzhe was stunned for a moment, feeling that the two beautiful women were completely out of place with that uniform.

When the first woman approached and Zhang Qingzhe saw the mystical amulet on her body, he suddenly realized what was going on.

It seems they were sent by Xia Qiwei to clean up his mess – members of the "Witch Sisterhood".

Zhang Qingzhe glanced at the uniform again and realized something else.

No wonder that in the past, whenever a serious explosion occurred in Green Island City, the gas company was always blamed.

It turns out that "Green Island Gas Company" is a business under the Witch Sisters Association. It is not only responsible for feeding the citizens, but also for taking the blame for the city!

Thinking about this, Zhang Qingzhe felt a sense of awe and respect!

Several cars were lined up in a row, and then warning signs were put down to block the view of passersby.

"Hi! You must be Zhang Qingzhe? I'm Liu Wanrou, a staff member of the Witch Sisters Association."

The young "witch" had already hopped up in front of Zhang Qingzhe, grinning as she extended a hand.

"Senior Xia Qiwei told me before that I didn't need to contact her in advance, and she would know which one I was as soon as I arrived. I didn't believe her at first, but now I'm convinced." Liu Wanrou's eyes sparkled with admiration.

"Hello!" Zhang Qingzhe gave him a gentle handshake, then asked with a hint of doubt, "Are you my master's junior sister?"

"Oh! That's not how it is. Actually, in our Witch Sisterhood, we all address each other as senior and junior."

"Huh?!" Zhang Qingzhe was stunned for a moment.

I don't know why it's called that.

The gloomy witch behind them then added at the opportune moment, "Because the Witch Sisterhood was originally an organization for sharing knowledge and keeping secrets, everyone is considered a classmate."

"Oh!" Zhang Qingzhe nodded gently.

Liu Wanrou's curious gaze then fell to the side, looking at Gu Xintong, who was dressed in an expensive dress and looked like a princess who had run away.

Liu Wanrou's eyes lit up instantly, and she revealed a slightly gossipy smile.

"Wow! Who is this pretty little girl?!"

She winked playfully at Zhang Qingzhe, "Is this your girlfriend's line? Running into something like this on a date? That's really bad luck!"

Gu Xintong, who was standing to the side, stiffened slightly.

A bright blush crept onto my ears.

She subconsciously held her breath, her heart pounding like a rabbit's, and stole a glance at Zhang Qingzhe beside her.

Now, she secretly hoped that Zhang Qingzhe would take the opportunity to admit it, even if it was in a joking tone.

But because this little secret of hers was suddenly exposed to outsiders, she felt a little shy and nervous.

Her eyelashes trembled slightly as she awaited Zhang Qingzhe's reply.

However, Zhang Qingzhe seemed completely oblivious to Gu Xintong's girlish feelings.

He glanced at Gu Xintong, shook his head decisively, and explained in a casual tone, "I don't have a girlfriend. She's my classmate, and we just happened to meet here."

This blunt, almost blunt, answer struck Gu Xintong's heart like a thunderbolt.

That little bit of expectation just now vanished instantly, replaced by a kind of annoyance at being ignored.

She pursed her lips tightly, angrily turned her gaze away from the Buddha, and exhaled two heavy breaths from her pretty little nose.

I'm so angry!

"Oh—it's a classmate!"

Liu Wanrou softened her tone, a hint of joy flashing in her eyes.

She immediately became even more enthusiastic, looking Zhang Qingzhe up and down with great interest.

Then, this straightforward "witch," with her hands behind her back, leaning slightly forward and a bright smile on her face, asked bluntly, "So, junior—since you don't have a girlfriend—what do you think of me? Want to consider being my boyfriend?"

Liu Wanrou's direct shot stunned everyone present.

Zhang Qingzhe was speechless for a moment, and finally experienced the witch's straightforwardness.

Gu Xintong, standing beside him, felt a sudden tightness in her heart.

She subconsciously clenched her fingers, her pink fingertips gently pressing against Chengxin.

An indescribable anxiety and worry suddenly welled up in my heart.

Although she knew it was unlikely, she was still very afraid that Zhang Qingzhe would agree, even if it was just out of a sense of humor.

That would make her sad!

In an instant, the sunlight seemed to become a little dazzling, and Gu Xintong squinted slightly, her gaze fixed on Zhang Qingzhe's profile.

"How is it?"

Seeing that Zhang Qingzhe did not answer immediately, Liu Wanrou did not back down, but instead took another step closer.

A confident smile graced her face as she continued to enthusiastically promote herself: "Look, I have many advantages:"

First, she has an outgoing personality and is very easy to get along with!

Secondly, I am also a witch of the [Energy Shaping School], so I will definitely be able to help you when I grow up!

third----"

With each reason Liu Wanrou gave, Gu Xintong's heart sank a little lower.

Gu Xintong felt like an incompetent wife, watching "Yellow Hair" eagerly try to take advantage of her husband, but she couldn't find a suitable reason to stop him.

Just as Liu Wanrou was about to take another step, a clear and calm voice interrupted.

"Liu Wanrou".

The usually taciturn "witch" finally spoke, "Come here for a moment, get ready for work."

Her tone was flat and emotionless, lacking any of the passion of a "witch," but it carried an undeniable air of authority.

"? Now, Mona?"

Liu Wanrou clearly hadn't teased him enough, and a hint of reluctance appeared on her face.

"Yes, now, immediately, right away."

The "witch" called Mona glanced at her casually, then abruptly turned and walked towards the other side of the construction vehicle.

Liu Wanrou could only stick out her tongue at Zhang Qingzhe, mouth "wait a minute," and jog after him.

The two walked to a secluded spot at the back of the car.

Mona slowly turned around, her eyes, as still as a deep pool, fixed on Liu Wanrou with a sinister look.

"Were you serious about what you just said?" Mona asked.

"Of course!"

Liu Wanrou replied with a grin, not seeing any problem at all, "I think his son is quite to my liking, and his kimono is very unique. Plus, he's Senior Sister Xia's apprentice, so his future in the arts is definitely bright!"

Mona sighed softly, raised her hand to press her temples, and said with a hint of helplessness, "Didn't you see the line at all?"

She turned her gaze toward the Buddha not far away.

There, Gu Xintong still stood in the same spot, her posture graceful but somewhat stiff.

She listened to Zhang Qingzhe speak with her eyes lowered, occasionally glancing quickly at his profile.

"The way that girl looked at him clearly showed that she was interested in him."

Mona's voice remained calm, yet it broke through the subtle atmosphere.