Campus Ace Girl-Chapter 291 - 292: Gu Mingzhu is ready to outshine Gu Anxi in terms of appearance, emmm

Chapter 291: Chapter 292: Gu Mingzhu is ready to outshine Gu Anxi in terms of appearance, emmm

Tang Yuan was indeed stung by the loss, but as a socialite, how could she reveal any vulnerability?

As for the implied threat in Mrs. Bo’s words, she feigned ignorance.

She strongly resented Gu Anxi; this child was a stain on her life—

She couldn’t let others know that she had abandoned her own child. Absolutely not.

When the game ended, Tang Yuan mentioned Gu Mingzhu in front of the ladies. Naturally, Gu Mingzhu was excellent, and the ladies readily sang her praises.

Gu Mingzhu smiled modestly in response. This was the kind of talent sought after in high society. Did Gu Anxi really think she could elevate a game of mahjong to the status of national heritage? For a time, Gu Mingzhu found herself the center of attention, exceptionally favored!

It felt like all the attention that was once hers had returned in an instant. She enjoyed this attention and was even more disdainful of Gu Anxi.

Watching her, Gu Anxi felt a familiar twinge of annoyance, much like Granny Chen’s supposed toothaches.

She stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, swiping on her phone. She had sent a message to Bo Xichen, but he had not replied.

She couldn’t help but wonder what he was doing.

Gu Anxi always felt that her uncle had secrets. His identity seemed to be more than just the legitimate heir to the Bo family. If he was seeking out "Infinity," it meant he was more than just a normal doctor. However, recently, he seemed less interested in the whereabouts of "Infinity."

Gu Anxi put away her phone, intending to find Wang Keru, when Tang Yuan approached gracefully.

"Anxi, can we talk?" the renowned Madam Gu of Beicheng said in a melancholy tone.

Gu Anxi tilted her head slightly and smiled. "What about?"

Tang Yuan glanced around before whispering, "Could you, in the future... stay out of our way?"

Gu Anxi’s gaze turned cold. "Why should I?"

Tang Yuan maintained her composure. "Don’t you also want to keep your past hidden?"

"The Demon Child?" Gu Anxi looked down, a cold laugh escaping her. "Madam Gu, you seem to have gotten things wrong. The Demon Child only exists in the Gu family! And I, Gu Anxi from Qingcheng, have nothing to do with your Demon Child or Mingzhu."

Tang Yuan’s lips trembled slightly. "Can’t you, for old times’ sake, yield to Mingzhu a little? Why must you always outshine her? Mingzhu, she..."

"Yield?" Gu Anxi raised an eyebrow. "Madam Tang, you really have a sense of humor."

Wang Keru, who had overheard, approached with an air of innocent bewilderment, much like Granny Chen. "Oh my, has our Anxi been living off your charity?"

Tang Yuan was at a loss when faced with Wang Keru.

What truly irked her was that Wang Keru looked younger and more attractive than she did. In terms of innate qualities, Wang Keru was admittedly no match for Tang Yuan. But Wang Keru lived a carefree life, concerned only with her own comfort!

Tang Yuan smiled. "Madam Wang is quite protective of her child."

Wang Keru played with her nails. "That’s all I can really do! As parents, we lack the ability to provide our children with a better life, nor can we artificially boost their popularity. The kids have to strive for themselves. Thankfully, Anxi is resourceful and earns a fortune every day, allowing me, her mother, to live such a glamorous life."

Tang Yuan was practically seething but said flatly, "It’s not good for a girl to enter society too early, and getting engaged so early isn’t necessarily a good thing either."

Wang Keru looked surprised. "Really? I heard that every girl in Beicheng wants to marry our Xichen!"

She paused for a moment before adding, "Actually, Madam Tang, you’re right. Our Anxi is also quite popular. However, Xichen’s parents were terribly anxious and insisted on the engagement. They even gave the Citibank building as a betrothal gift! Such sincerity... even I, who was reluctant to let her go, was moved. Speaking of which, Madam Tang, that’s a feeling you might never get to experience!"

Wang Keru claimed she could only offer words of support, but she truly wielded her words to devastating effect.

Gu Anxi, who had been feeling down, couldn’t help the corners of her mouth from turning up. She took Wang Keru’s hand. "Let’s go find Auntie Bo Jin."

Wang Keru smiled and prepared to leave with her.

At this moment, Tang Yuan said, "Gu Anxi, can you promise me not to compete with Mingzhu?"

Gu Anxi paused, a half-smile playing on her lips. "In that case, I simply must compete. I wouldn’t want to disappoint you after all your trouble, Madam Tang."

Tang Yuan’s expression soured.

Gu Anxi and Wang Keru went to the other side. She stood quietly, watching Gu Mingzhu bask in others’ compliments. Tang Yuan went over to her, affectionately patting her head and seemingly offering praise as well!

Gu Anxi never intentionally provoked others. But this woman who had given birth to her constantly told her that she was a Demon Child, inferior to her sister, and disliked by the Gu family. It was as if she believed Gu Anxi’s very existence in Beicheng was a waste of air.

Fine. They called her a Demon Child? Then she would live up to the name. Otherwise, wouldn’t she be failing the very title they had bestowed upon her?

She opened the admin panel of the Cloudwind website on her phone. She had several completed comic installments she hadn’t released yet. Now, she lightly tapped "Publish"!

Many of the high-society ladies present were devoted fans of "18 Ways for the Big Grey Wolf to Eat the Little Bunny." The moment Gu Anxi published, DINGS echoed from numerous phones—

Instantly, the influential socialites all grabbed their phones, devouring the latest update like a parched traveler finding an oasis.

As they read, fond, knowing smiles spread across their faces—it was utterly captivating!

They commented, sent tips, and shared their thrilled reactions!

Everyone was completely engrossed. Who had time for Gu Mingzhu’s "Pain of Youth"? Seriously, they weren’t looking for angst; they wanted something uplifting.

The love between Da Hui and Little Bunny was so beautiful, a perfect antidote to the frustrations in their own lives.

Were the lives of these wealthy socialites truly easy? Their husbands were often out indulging in debauchery under the guise of business. While they lacked nothing material, they yearned for a caring companion. Da Hui was their perfect solace!

Witnessing this, Gu Mingzhu’s pretty face turned white with anger.

Who exactly was the author of "18 Ways for the Big Grey Wolf to Eat the Little Bunny"?

Tang Yuan also felt a surge of displeasure. Why did that comic have to update at this exact juncture, as if timed deliberately?

She whispered, "Mingzhu, don’t lose your composure. The elders are watching."

Gu Mingzhu spoke softly, "Mom, I know."

She looked at Tang Yuan, her voice soft. "Mom, I want to be featured in a magazine."

Tang Yuan frowned. "Why this sudden idea?"

Gu Mingzhu smiled. "Mom, nowadays, it’s all about crafting a persona. I want to cultivate an image of exceptional beauty. Then, I’ll find a way to invite the author of Da Hui to do a magazine cover shoot with me. When we’re compared side-by-side... I believe the difference in our appeal will be obvious."

Tang Yuan found this plan feasible and lovingly stroked her daughter’s small head. "You young people certainly have clever ideas. I understand now. The goal is to crush her with your beauty, to make it so no one can fantasize about that rabbit character anymore, right?"

Gu Mingzhu smiled.

Tang Yuan said gently, "Mommy will definitely help you."

She paused. "Your Aunt Bo Jin knows the author. We can ask her to extend the invitation."

Gu Mingzhu offered a modest smile. When it came to beauty, she felt she had no rival in Beicheng.

Except... Gu Anxi. Still, the author of "18 Ways for the Big Grey Wolf to Eat the Little Bunny" is probably quite plain-looking, right?!