Chi Mingkun utterly neglected his own daughter and showed no concern, yet he was excessively enthusiastic about a relative’s daughter. Even he found it unbearable to watch.
But there was nothing he could do, as Chi Changjing’s decisions were final and his words carried no weight.
After he finished speaking, Chi Mingkun cautiously observed Chi Gui’s expression and cautiously said, "I didn’t want to tell you this and add to your worries... but since you are also going to the Jewelry Association, I’m concerned you might run into them..."
Chi Gui leaned against the passenger side window, her arm propping up her face, and glanced at him indifferently, her almond-shaped eyes dark and devoid of much emotion.
Her voice was also calm, "Thank you, I’m aware."
Chi Mingkun wanted to say more, but seeing Chi Gui’s indifferent demeanor, he didn’t know what else to say. His lips parted, but ultimately, no words came out.
The Jewelry Association was located in an inner alley of the third ring in the Capital City, where various cultural associations were situated, including the National Cultural Administration.
Each time one entered this area, they would immediately be enveloped by a rich cultural atmosphere, although ordinary people usually didn’t have the privilege to come here, so the whole alley was sparsely populated.
Chi Gui got out of the car, and Chi Mingkun, still worried, said, "Shall I go with you?"
Chi Gui replied, "No need, I would have to be concerned about your feelings then, which would be a bit troublesome."
Chi Mingkun, with a heavy heart, drove away.
Chi Gui approached the entrance of the Jewelry Association, and before she could enter, an unfamiliar number called her.
She answered the call only to hear a respectful middle-aged voice say, "Hello, is this Chi Gui? I am the chairman of the Jewelry Association, Bao Jianfeng. Chairman Feng has already told me everything; you can come register anytime, just let us know in advance, and I will personally take you to register!"
Chi Gui had initially intended to just go through the motions, register, and leave, not expecting Feng Tang to have spoken to the Association chairman.
Chi Gui didn’t beat around the bush and straightforwardly responded, "Thank you for the trouble, I’m already at the Association’s entrance."
"Alright, please wait a moment." Bao Jianfeng said and then hung up the phone.
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Just then, a car slowly stopped at the entrance of the Association, and Chi Changjing, Zhao Yuexiu, and Chi Yan got out of the car.
Zhao Yuexiu’s face bore a kind smile as she personally opened the passenger door, gently saying, "Ruoxi, we’re here, come on out."
Soon, a young girl dressed simply yet elegantly, timidly stepped out from the passenger side, "Thank you, Auntie."
"What are you thanking me for, from now on, you are part of our family." Zhao Yuexiu affectionately embraced Chi Ruoxi, "Yanyan is your sister, and she will stay here in the Capital City from now on; whatever you need, just ask her."
Chi Yan also smiled and responded accordingly.
The family joyfully walked towards the Jewelry Association.
After a few steps, they noticed Chi Gui standing aside.
Chi Changjing’s expression suddenly turned awkward.
Zhao Yuexiu and Chi Yan were also startled.
Soon after, Zhao Yuexiu casually adjusted her hair and coolly greeted Chi Gui, "Are you here to register for the entry examination at the Jewelry Association as well?"
The entry examinations at other countries’ jewelry associations typically start a little later than those at the International Jewelry Association, so the Huaxia Jewelry Association was just beginning to accept registrations now.
Seeing Chi Gui standing alone at the entrance, Zhao Yuexiu immediately thought of this.
Chi Gui, uninterested in engaging with them, leaned against the wall with her hands in her pockets, remained silent, and did not even look their way.
Zhao Yuexiu couldn’t help but frown.
Chi Ruoxi curiously glanced at Chi Gui, sensing the tense atmosphere, and dared not speak.
Finally, it was Chi Changjing who spoke, "Chi Gui, your sister is here to register... You probably don’t know, but she is quite favored by the director of the Association; don’t hesitate, come in with us, and the director can also help you jump the queue for registration."
The way he said it made it seem as though Chi Gui was the relative’s