The light in Gu Hengbo's eyes was doused. He frowned as he looked at Ji Ziyin and shook his head. "…But it seems like it won't work now."
Ji Ziyin's blood was already boiling from hearing about the reclusive family. Her heart pounded, and she couldn't help but ask, "Teacher, is there no other way?"
Since Gu Hengbo wouldn't mention this to her for no reason.
Sure enough.
Gu Hengbo pointed at the note. His eyes darkened as he said, "There are two paths in front of you now."
Ji Ziyin suddenly looked at him with bright eyes. She bit her lip and said, "Teacher, please speak."
Gu Hengbo walked back with his hands behind his back. "First, try your best to fight for the position of the dean's heir."
Ji Ziyin's heart suddenly sank, and she felt uneasy. "But the candidate the dean likes is…"