Ruling the Historical Romance Novel as the Female Supporting Character-Chapter 289: Nothing is More Important than a Promotion

Qin Kaize’s cold eyes flashed with irritation, clearly displeased at having his intimate time with his wife interrupted. However, seeing the serious and earnest expression on the young woman beside him, he could only follow her and Xia Weiguo into the room.

"Uncle Xia, what unreasonable requests did they make?" Su Yijia asked directly when she saw him remaining silent.

Xia Weiguo glanced at her and nodded. "They hope you can modify the formula so that the medicine has less potent effects. It should only provide quick recovery without any enhancement effects."

Even a medicine that only facilitates rapid recovery would be snapped up internationally if China made it available. This would allow them to earn substantial foreign exchange and increase their opportunities.

"Is that possible?" Su Yijia secretly asked 666.

[Sorry, it’s not possible.] 666 replied despondently.

Oh no... It’s going to be disliked again. It doesn’t want to live!!!

"No." Su Yijia shook her head apologetically.

Xia Weiguo’s eyes revealed a fleeting look of disappointment before he quickly masked it. Su Yijia noticed.

"Does this mean if the medicine cannot be modified, Kaize’s promotion plan will be canceled?" she asked.

"No, he already met the promotion criteria last time. Besides, you’ve already provided this medicine and the Great Strength Pills," Xia Weiguo quickly denied.

But Su Yijia was right. Meeting the promotion criteria previously only meant a promotion to a deputy position. The Great Strength Pills, no matter how effective, could not be mass-produced. Since he was confirmed for promotion to a full position based on the repair medicine, he was just waiting for the official paperwork this month. Therefore, if this medicine could generate foreign exchange, the higher-ups would be willing to make an exception to promote Ze.

"So, if this medicine cannot be sold, Kaize’s position will not improve further or be allocated to a better place," Su Yijia rephrased her question.

Even though Xia Weiguo was reluctant to pressure her, he couldn’t hide the truth when she asked so clearly. He could only nod.

"This promotion is quite important."

With a confirmed answer, Su Yijia took a deep breath and ultimately didn’t respond.

"I’ve decided to go to college," Qin Kaize suddenly said.

"What?" Xia Weiguo looked at him in shock, hardly believing his ears.

"I think the college entrance exams will resume, so I plan to review and take the exams. Physical testing will take three days, and after the thorough evaluation, it will take half a month to get results. So, once the college entrance exam resumption date is known and I finish the exams, I’ll apply for the test," Qin Kaize stated with determination.

Jiajia would still be better off attending Qinghua University. The National Defense University is also in Jingdu City, so he wouldn’t have to be separated from Jiajia for four years. Moreover, as Jiajia said, having a university diploma and experience would benefit him, and his contributions would count toward his advancement. Skipping two levels would not be difficult. Most importantly, the Mu and Wang families are in Jingdu City, and the family Xia offended is also there. He couldn’t let Jiajia face the three major families alone. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

Xia Weiguo fixed his gaze on Qin Kaize, seeing that he was serious and not joking. He quickly assessed the feasibility in his mind.

"If the resumption of college entrance exams happens this year, it would be best. If delayed, it would only be postponed until the end of next year. Otherwise, even advancing one level would be difficult."

"Alright." Qin Kaize agreed.

If the college entrance exams were not resumed this year, he would not wait until next year. He would return to the team sooner and make new arrangements.

Having discussed the matter, Qin Kaize pulled Su Yijia back to their room. Su Yijia had initially wanted to bring him into the space, but 666’s voice suddenly sounded.

[Host, there’s a new task! If you successfully get into college, you will receive the blocker.]

"You can only issue two tasks, right?" Su Yijia asked, not swayed by the sudden easy task, but rather confused.

squeaked a bit, [I’ve exhausted my energy to forcefully create this task for you. Host, you need to do well and not waste my energy. You must make the readers like me.]

Su Yijia wasn’t sure if this was true, but since it was something she could use immediately, she accepted it. She was already familiar with such patterns.

[Remember the rice noodles from Xiang City State-Owned Restaurant? This blocker can help you quit those noodles with seven doses.]

Su Yijia’s eyes brightened at the mention.

"I have a little more to discuss with Uncle Xia." Su Yijia shook Qin Kaize’s hand.

"Okay." Qin Kaize’s fingers subtly curled around his wife’s soft hand. He led her back to Xia Weiguo’s room and knocked on the door.

Xia Weiguo, who was changing clothes and preparing to leave the island for the afternoon, was taken aback and quickly opened the door.

"What’s the matter?" He looked at the couple in confusion.

"Can we use the blocker? It’s the substance added to the Xiang City rice noodles. With seven doses of the blocker, it can help quit whether you’ve just encountered it or been addicted for a long time. We regulate it strictly here, but it might be useful abroad, right?" Su Yijia asked eagerly with her big, shiny eyes.

Xia Weiguo was stunned for a moment and then displayed an expression of joy.

"It’s useful! It will definitely be useful! Are you planning to submit this formula as well?" he asked.

"If submitting this formula ensures Kaize’s promotion, then I’ll definitely submit it. But if it doesn’t, then I won’t. I’ve already submitted something so impressive," Su Yijia said with a pout.

She had to make it clear that she wasn’t someone who would eagerly offer all her valuable things without consideration. After offering the excellent repair medicine, which faced many obstacles, she wasn’t going to let this profitable formula go easily.

Of course, she could also negotiate for a share of the profits in the future, but private sales were still two years away, and convincing them to agree to such terms was too difficult. More importantly, if she took a share, Uncle Xia and Kaize’s promotions would be jeopardized. After all, she had already received her reward, and there was no need for further compensation from other sources. Advancing to higher positions and gaining more influence was more important than money.

"Alright! Jiajia, don’t worry. I won’t let the higher-ups take your formula for nothing." Xia Weiguo promised sincerely.

He quickly grabbed his briefcase, put on his shoes, and hurried out.

"I won’t be coming back for a few days. I’m going directly to Jingdu City to negotiate with them."

Such matters couldn’t be clarified over the phone; only face-to-face discussions could achieve the best terms.