Chapter 137: The Current Situation of the Poached Veterinarian Xu Xia Zhining heard the conversation between the girls and raised her eyebrows in surprise.

Only then did she realize that Xia Qingqing was not only studying for a master's degree at Jiangcheng University, but was also going to speak as an outstanding representative at the opening ceremony and give a lecture to introduce the new vaccine.

At this time, the voices of several girls nearby drifted over again:

A girl whispered in admiration, "I heard that Senior Xia Qingqing was directly recommended for a doctorate. What a top student!"

Another one tilted his head curiously and asked, "Where did you study for your undergraduate degree, Qingqing?"

The third person lowered his voice and continued mysteriously, "I'm not sure. But I heard that Senior Sister Qingqing is actually the biological daughter of the chairman of Xia's Pet Hospital. She was taken away by mistake when she was a child."

"She came from an ordinary family and relied on her own efforts to get into our school as a graduate student. She was only later recognized by her family."

The girl who spoke first immediately opened her eyes wide and exclaimed, "Oh my God, her life must have been delayed for a long time..."

"That's right!" The second girl curled her lips, "That fake rich girl who took the seat looks like Xia Zhining?"

"He graduated from our school, but he went abroad to study at the Royal European Veterinary College and got a double degree... It's like he stole Qingqing's life."

The last girl sighed regretfully, "If Senior Sister Qingqing hadn't been taken away by mistake, given her family's financial situation, she would definitely have been able to study at a world-class veterinary school!"

Ji Shuyun and Xia Zhining were walking side by side. Witnessing this scene, he frowned slightly: "Xia Qingqing didn't really love studying before the Xia family found her."

"Now that he's in the Xia family, he's transformed into a diligent and academically gifted person..."

At this moment, Principal Li hurried out of the teaching building with a bag in his hand.

He also apparently heard the discussions of several girls who were displaying banners.

Li Jiansheng stopped and said to the three girls who were placing the banners with a serious look, "Classmates, please don't make comments without understanding the situation."

"Xia Qingqing is not my student, I don't know her."

"Xia Zhining is the first and only student in our entire southern region who has successfully applied to study abroad at the Royal Veterinary College."

"She received a full national scholarship based on her outstanding academic performance and scientific research ability, and did not need any financial support from her family."

Li Jiansheng pushed his glasses up and added solemnly, "National Scholarships not only waive all tuition fees, but also reimburse visa fees and round-trip airfare, and provide a monthly living allowance."

"Those who are able to obtain this position are all top talents who have been rigorously selected."

The three girls were stunned. One of them whispered in amazement, "So impressive... Then why didn't the school invite this senior, Xia Zhining, to give a speech?"

Li Jiansheng shook his head slightly, a hint of regret in his tone: "We did contact her before the summer vacation, but she was attending the Global Veterinary Academic Symposium at the time."

The three girls were even more astonished after hearing this. This was one of the highest-level academic conferences in the industry!

Li Jiansheng said, "Xia Zhining cannot coordinate her time to attend the meeting as a representative, so she can only decline the invitation."

Xia Zhining, who was standing not far away, was slightly stunned when she heard this.

She recalled that the alumni association did contact her during that period when she was presenting her research results at an international academic conference.

But when Xia Zhining returned home full of honor, what was waiting for her was the real daughter Xia Qingqing, who came to confront her.

A series of misfortunes afterwards left Xia Zhining exhausted.

I had already forgotten about the invitation to give a speech at the opening ceremony.

At this moment, Li Jiansheng accidentally caught a glimpse of the brother and sister and asked in surprise, "Zhi Ning? You guys are working so late?"

Xia Zhining smiled cheerfully, "Yeah, there aren't many clues today, so I wanted to look for more, and I didn't realize I've been busy until now."

Li Jiansheng's expression was gentle as he nodded and said, "Thank you for your hard work."

The three girls who were placing banners nearby heard the conversation and suddenly opened their eyes wide, looking over in surprise and suspicion. One of them timidly said, "Principal Li, could this be Senior Xia Zhining?"

Xia Zhining turned around and smiled at them openly, her eyes curved. "Yes, I'm Xia Zhining. I'm the director of Senyu Zoo and an animal communicator."

"By the way, our zoo is having an open day in the middle of this month, and student tickets are discounted. You're all welcome to come and play!

The three of them recalled what they had just said about Xia Zhining, and then looked at the senior schoolmate in front of them. She had a pretty face, a pair of bright and clear deer-like eyes, and a generous and unconcerned attitude. Their faces suddenly turned red.

How embarrassing, I was caught gossiping by someone!