Chapter 417: Chapter 413: Scheme
Listening to Wen Ran’s breathing gradually calm down, the beefy man let out a sigh of relief.
He had long heard about the ferocity of this exceptionally pretty little girl in front of him.
Though he didn’t take her seriously, anyone who spreads such rumors must not be easy to deal with.
To be safe, let’s take her down first.
Only then could he feel at ease, as for the remaining two who couldn’t fight their way out of a paper bag...
Getting them out of the way would be a breeze.
In no time, Mr. Gu Sr. also woke up, yawned, glanced at the motionless Wen Ran, and muttered, "Slept so early yesterday, still not awake, must be a big lazy bug."
Feigning unconscious Wen Ran: "..."
This old man is really wicked.
Always loves to badmouth others face to face.
"Professor Gu, you’re awake?"
"Mm," Mr. Gu Sr. stood up, stretched his limbs, and yawned, "Oh, getting old, can’t deny it.
It’s hard to sleep through the night; look at these young folks, sleeping so soundly."
After that, Mr. Gu Sr. said casually, "Xiao Quan, got any hot water? My throat’s awfully dry."
Wen Ran was even more speechless.
Heavens, he’s practically asking to get duped.
Xiao Quan chuckled, "Professor Gu, yes, I’ve got some, just hold on, I’ll get it for you right away."
"Alright."
Mr. Gu Sr. sat back on the bed, took the water with a grin, took a sip, a bit hot.
He eyed the small table enviously, "Xiao Quan, did you figure out the chess game from yesterday?"
The words couldn’t have been more obvious.
Just need the words "play a couple of games with me" carved into his forehead.
Xiao Quan isn’t a fool; being involved in shady business doesn’t allow for a dumb head.
Having glimpsed at Mr. Gu Sr., he didn’t agree immediately, and instead advised, "Professor Gu, drink some hot water to moisten your throat first."
Mr. Gu Sr. held the tea mug, unmoved, "Alas~ the water’s too hot, no rush, I’ll warm my hands with it, that’s quite nice too.
Come on, let’s play a couple of games together."
Well, Xiao Quan now had nothing else to say, "Alright."
After a round of Gomoku, Xiao Quan was sweating bullets as he saw the tea mug in Mr. Gu Sr.’s hand wasn’t steaming much anymore, hurriedly advised, "Professor Gu."
He gestured, "The tea’s getting cold."
"Oh," Mr. Gu Sr. wasn’t stubborn this time, sipping the tea, seeing his victory, couldn’t help but brag, "Xiao Quan, don’t always keep a stiff face, only knowing how to complete tasks.
Like Gomoku, these brain teasers that educate through entertainment should be tried more often.
The brain, you see! The more it’s used, the sharper it gets. If you don’t use it, it’s like an iron pot soaking in water.
Haha, it’ll soon rust, and once rusted, it’s not good for anything..."
He spoke as he sipped.
After blabbering for ages, Xiao Quan’s eyes turned blank.
Played another round.
While playing, Mr. Gu Sr. started complaining about Xiao Quan’s stupidity, quietly raising his voice, hoping to wake Wen Ran up, get her to get up and play this little game with him.
Though playing wasn’t very smart, it was quite addictive.
Making noise didn’t wake Wen Ran, but made him yawn and feel sleepy.
Xiao Quan started sweating coldly, "Professor Gu, are you alright?"
"No," Mr. Gu Sr. murmured, "guess it’s really old age, just woke up not long ago, already tired again."
Xiao Quan was delighted, eagerly advised, "If you’re tired, better rest properly.
On the train, the conditions aren’t great, but once we reach the destination, there’s even less time to rest.
At that time, if you keep staying up late, your body won’t hold up, so take your chance now to get some sleep while you can."
"Alright then."
Though still wanting to play, Mr. Gu Sr. was someone who understood the bigger picture.
Xiao Quan did have a point, and given his age, it’s best not to stay up like young people do, better to maintain good health early.
Otherwise, the archaeology hasn’t achieved anything notable, and he kicks the bucket, that’d be a real bummer.
Aiding Professor Gu to bed, Xiao Quan listened to his breathing gradually calming and steadying, and cursed under his breath, took out a handkerchief from his pocket to wipe sweat.
Staring at the tea mug, Xiao Quan steeled himself, deciding to pour half a pot of hot water to cool.
Earlier, fearing Mr. Gu Sr.’s frail health couldn’t take it, the dosage was minimal, hence the delayed effect, causing him such torment.
Now...
He summoned courage, gave Cai Xiaowen the same dosage as Wen Ran, drink it and go down.
Not long after, Cai Xiaowen woke up.
Brain still sluggish, dazed, a cup of hot water was handed over, "Student Cai."
Xiao Quan smiled warmly, "Awake now, take a sip of hot water to moisten your throat."
"Huh? Oh."
Cai Xiaowen broke the record, eyes open for thirty seconds, plonk, closed them again.
Wen Ran: "..."
Brilliant, truly brilliant.
No surprises, all wiped out.
No suspense at all.
Wen Ran accepted this result calmly.
Both of them are at school, the clearest batch, what can you expect them to be scheming?
Besides, it’s people around them causing the issue, so spotting it really is a bit difficult.
But she’s curious about what exactly Xiao Quan’s scheming.
Planning to rob, or murder?
Neither seems right.
After pondering for a while, Wen Ran overturned all her guesses.
Robbing or murdering wouldn’t involve their professors and poor students.
If it’s other professors, sure, but archaeology professors play with dirt all day...
Wait, the dirt isn’t worth much, but the stuff buried underneath it is worth a fortune.
Could it be related to relics?
"Creak~"
Xiao Quan pushed the door open, knocked on the wall a few times.
Soon, three people came in, not a word of superfluous nonsense, filed in.
Closed the door, only then whispered, "Is it done?"
"Mm."
"Are you sure?"
"Sure."
The bobbed-haired woman lowered her eyes at Wen Ran, sneered, "And her?"
"She fell first."
"First?" Bobbed-haired frowned, "How long has it been?"
Xiao Quan glanced at the time, "About half an hour."
"Smack!"
A slap landed on Xiao Quan’s face, "You idiot, what did I tell you, make it quick.
Half an hour, the drug’s worn off."
Wen Ran stayed still, over there they chattered on.
"Alright," bobbed-haired woman grinned, "seems like she’s really out."
Wen Ran: "..."
Damn it.
This woman must be a lotus root spirit.
Just now claiming the half-hour wore off the drug, that’s deceitful, right?
For heaven’s sake, share some cunning with that poor old professor and the feeble female student, would ya?
