Shocked! The Young Master's Petite Darling Is a Master of Mysteries-Chapter 313: Visiting

No matter if the Gu Family’s invitation for them to stay was genuine or not, Xia Mian was happy to go along with it.

What the Gu Family was truly like, she would only have the right to speak once she had personally experienced it.

"Miss Xia, please follow me!" the person in charge said with a beaming smile.

Xia Mian followed the person out of the inn, passing through the bustling streets of Gu City and the bustling crowds, until they stopped at the gate of the Gu Family.

The Gu Family’s mansion was grand, with two marble lions crouching at the gate, and a plaque hanging above the door with the words "Gu Mansion" written in a flamboyant style.

Standing in front of the Gu Family’s gate, Gu Zhi’s gaze was profound.

She had returned, with resentment and hatred, she had returned.

"Miss Xia, please come in!" The innkeeper of the Gu Family smiled kindly as he spoke, leading Xia Mian and others through the gate.

Gu Zhi followed behind Xia Mian, feeling nothing but scorn in her heart.

She could be considered someone related to the Gu Family, yet now, the Gu Family’s eyes were only on Xia Mian.

Indeed, in this world where strength was respected, only the strong were honored!

The Gu Family’s house was large, and its design was unique. As Xia Mian walked and observed, she couldn’t help but squint lightly. The mansion’s feng shui was excellent. It seemed that Gu Zhi’s biological mother had certainly put a lot of effort into changing the Gu Family’s fortune.

However, unfortunately, when someone leaves, the tea cools; no one remembers her merits, and even her biological daughter had to face the Gu Family’s disdain!

After about ten minutes of walking and stopping, the innkeeper of the Gu Family led Xia Mian to the Gu Family’s reception hall.

"Miss Xia, please sit for a moment while I inform our Family Head." The person smiled, arranged for Xia Mian and others, and exited the Gu Family’s reception hall.

Xia Mian and others each took a seat. Xia Weizhang looked around the Gu Family while clicking his tongue, "Cousin, this Gu Family seems to be much richer than our Divine Clan!"

Xia Mian responded indifferently, "After all, the Gu Family has been striving for improvement over the years, while our Divine Clan has been content with sticking to the old ways."

Xia Weizhang’s face turned awkward. The Divine Clan’s ancestor had created a unique space for the Divine Clan, partly to escape the world and partly to provide the descendants of the Divine Clan with an undisturbed environment for cultivation.

Unexpectedly, when they came out to look around, they discovered that the Divine Clan was about to fall behind the pace of the Mystical World.

"Young Miss, don’t worry. Our Divine Clan has deep foundations, and even if the Mystical Sects cultivate for another hundred years, they won’t be able to match our Divine Clan’s strength..." Xia Weizhang began to argue for the Divine Clan. 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

Xia Mian smiled without speaking. If Xia Zhun could wake up soon, she could carry the Divine Clan’s burden a few years later. If Xia Zhun couldn’t wake up for a long time, she would eventually have to handle the Divine Clan’s matters.

It’s better to plan some things early.

The Little Black Cat yawned lazily at Xia Mian’s feet, but its black, shiny eyes were unconsciously scouting around.

The Gu Family was very quiet, and the servants were busy with their own tasks, appearing busy but orderly.

However, beneath this calm facade, the Little Black Cat sensed a gloomy aura that was very uncomfortable.

The Little Black Cat shook its black fur and looked up at Xia Mian, "Meow~"

The Little Black Cat let out a low meow, and Xia Mian glanced down at it, motioning for it to be calm.

Only then did the Little Black Cat lie back down at Xia Mian’s feet.

Xia Mian and the others had not been sitting for long before the Family Head of the Gu Family arrived.

The Family Head of the Gu Family looked very young, with not a single wrinkle on his face. If the innkeeper who brought them hadn’t introduced him as the Family Head of the Gu Family, Xia Mian and the others wouldn’t have believed it.

Truly, those who practiced cultivation had techniques to maintain their youth. In this state, anyone would believe it if someone said he was Gu Zhi’s brother!

"Miss Xia has come from afar as a guest. If there are any shortcomings in our hospitality, please bear with us!" The Family Head of the Gu Family, Gu Yuan, adopted a very humble posture.

Though the Gu Family could rank in the Mystical World, compared to the Divine Clan, the Gu Family was still a bit lacking.

Xia Mian smiled, "Mr. Gu, you’re too kind."

As Xia Mian spoke, her gaze had already fallen on Gu Zhi, "I believe you are aware of the purpose of my visit, Mr. Gu."

Gu Yuan was momentarily stunned, evidently not expecting Xia Mian to be so direct.

He shifted his gaze slightly to look at Gu Zhi, and in Gu Zhi, he saw the shadow of that woman.

So similar, genuinely similar!

"Miss Xia, are you intending to meddle in the affairs of our Gu Family?" Gu Yuan took his seat at the main position. While his tone was calm, his attitude was a bit impatient.

Indeed, the Gu Family couldn’t compare to the Divine Clan’s deep heritage, but when had the Gu Family’s affairs needed outsiders to interfere?

Xia Mian chuckled slightly, "Mr. Gu, you’re overstating it. Gu Zhi is my friend, and more so, she is the most cherished descendant of an old acquaintance. I am entrusted to fulfill my duty to the entruster."

Pausing, Xia Mian’s gaze slowly landed on Gu Yuan, "Initially, Gu Zhi was abandoned by you because her potential was too poor. But now, are you sure that her potential is still unworthy of entering the door of your Gu Family?"

As Xia Mian’s words fell, Gu Yuan couldn’t help but let his gaze linger on Gu Zhi once again.

The strength of talent couldn’t be discerned with the naked eye, but Gu Yuan had heard of the great disturbance Xia Mian caused in Gubei Town, said to have been due to the refining of an elixir that could enhance potential...

If that were the case, it wasn’t impossible that Gu Zhi’s talents had been enhanced.

"In three days, there will be an internal competition within the Gu Family. At that time, she can participate. If she can achieve a ranking within the top ten, then the doors of the Gu Family will be open to her at any time!" Gu Yuan, after contemplating for a moment, spoke softly.

A person abandoned by the Gu Family originally did not have the qualification to return, but since Xia Mian personally brought someone to their door, he had to grant the Divine Clan this face.

After all, at present, the Gu Family still couldn’t straightforwardly confront the Divine Clan.

As Gu Yuan’s words ended, Xia Mian raised her head to glance at Gu Zhi.

Gu Zhi slightly nodded toward Xia Mian, and after receiving Gu Zhi’s response, Xia Mian smiled and agreed, "Then, let’s discuss this after the competition."

Gu Yuan’s face also showed a bit of a kind smile, "During these few days, Miss Xia will stay with us at the Gu Family. I will have someone show Miss Xia around and fulfill our role as hosts."

Xia Mian nodded politely, "No need to assign someone, we will look around on our own."

Gu Yuan smiled and agreed, instructing someone to arrange accommodations for Xia Mian and others, then excused himself, claiming to be busy with affairs.

Under the guidance of the Gu Family’s servants, Xia Mian and the others arrived at their guest rooms. Along the way, they did see quite a number of Gu Family members, but it was as if these Gu Family members didn’t see them. They did not glance sideways and hurriedly went on their way.

From the moment they entered the Gu Family, Gu Zhi had been frowning all along, wondering if it was her illusion. It always felt like, throughout their journey, someone seemed to be watching her from the shadows.