Shocked! The Young Master's Petite Darling Is a Master of Mysteries-Chapter 315: Counterattack? Stop dreaming!

"I’ll stay here with you for a few days. After the Gu Family competition, no matter the outcome, I will leave." Xia Mian looked at Gu Zhi, "So, do you know what you should do?"

Gu Zhi nodded solemnly, "I understand."

Xia Mian’s status is similar to her, but the treatment she receives after returning to the Divine Clan is vastly different from hers. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

This is the disparity brought about by strength differences.

There is never any fairness in this world; fairness is always written by the strong.

"Stay in your room and cultivate these few days," Xia Mian continued, "I’ll find ways to help you improve. At least you can face yourself with no regrets for your efforts."

Gu Zhi looked deeply at Xia Mian, "Miss Xia, thank you."

Gu Zhi never thought that one day she would become friends with Xia Mian, and genuinely feel grateful to Xia Mian.

Xia Mian smiled slightly and turned her head, just in time to see a woman who bore a slight resemblance to Gu Zhi striding over.

The woman was about the same age as Gu Zhi, with a cold demeanor, rarely smiled, and walked swiftly, appearing somewhat decisive and efficient.

The woman stood firmly in front of Xia Mian, forcing out a slight smile, "Miss Xia, my father instructed me to accompany Miss Xia around, do you have time?"

Xia Mian glanced at the woman with her bright black eyes and spoke in a calm voice, "You’re the eldest Miss of the Gu Family?"

The woman’s expression was stern, seemingly unused to interacting with people, but due to Xia Mian’s status, she awkwardly forced a smile, "I am the Gu Family’s eldest Miss Gu Xing. During Miss Xia’s stay with the Gu Family, I will be responsible for your food, clothing, accommodation, and transportation."

When Gu Xing smiled, it looked unnatural, yet she tried her best to keep a smile. Her father had said Xia Mian was formidable and advised her not to have conflicts with Xia Mian.

Anyway, in a few days, it will be time for the Gu Family’s younger generation competition. By then, they just need to crush Gu Zhi severely, injure and discourage her, openly making Xia Mian lose face. Thus, Gu Zhi’s return to the Gu Family would have a settlement.

Xia Mian took a deep look at Gu Xing, then glanced at Gu Zhi.

Gu Xing is somewhat different from Xia Weiyang; at least this Gu Xing doesn’t seem simple.

"Gu Zhi, let’s go for a walk, you come along!" Xia Mian turned to look at Gu Zhi and said softly.

Although she wanted Gu Zhi to take time to improve, if they left the Gu Family, someone might take the opportunity to bully Gu Zhi.

Gu Zhi was someone she had brought to the Gu Family, and she had to ensure Gu Zhi’s safety.

Gu Zhi clearly understood Xia Mian’s goodwill, replied with a ’hmm,’ and followed behind Xia Mian.

Gu Xing frowned slightly, looked at Gu Zhi with some disdain, but ultimately restrained herself due to Xia Mian’s presence, saying nothing more.

"We ran into a trading caravan when we entered the city. I’ve heard the Gu Family has its own trade fair?" Xia Mian raised her brow slightly, asking as though inadvertently.

Upon hearing this, Gu Xing remained silent for a while before speaking, "Some people with mediocre talent also wish to pursue cultivation. Our Gu Family’s trade fair merely provides them with some opportunities and convenience."

Xia Mian nodded thoughtfully, "The things you exchange from them shouldn’t be very valuable, right? You have been doing this every year; your Gu Family must have suffered quite some losses!"

Gu Xing smiled somewhat unnaturally, "Our elders often teach us to be kind to others and to ourselves, accumulate virtue through good deeds, and blessings will be long-lasting. Suffering losses is a form of blessing."

Xia Mian’s lips curled slightly, forming a mocking smile, "Being kind to others and to oneself, your elders say it very well indeed!"

As Xia Mian’s words fell into Gu Xing’s ears, Gu Xing’s face turned pale instantly, knowing full well the mockery in Xia Mian’s words.

"Our elders have always taught us to be strict with ourselves. That’s why our Gu Family has high expectations of the younger generation. After they come of age, they need to venture out to undergo training. Only those who survive the trials are recognized by the family!" Gu Xing said slowly, "Miss Xia, our Gu Family doesn’t support idlers, nor does it keep useless people!"

As Gu Xing spoke, Gu Zhi’s face immediately turned pale.

It was obvious whom Gu Xing referred to as idlers and useless people.

Gu Zhi tightly curled her fingers, her nails deeply embedded into her palm. Xia Mian was strong, never facing such contempt!

It’s her own uselessness that allows Gu Xing to mock her like this!

Xia Mian noticed Gu Zhi’s distress, gently raised her hand and patted her shoulder, "Whether you’re a mule or a horse, you need to show your worth. Let’s wait and see during the Gu Family’s young generation competition, to find out how many useless people are there in the Gu Family."

After saying this, Xia Mian strode out of the Gu Family’s gate.

Gu Xing turned to look at Gu Zhi, "If you only hide behind others, let me tell you, the Gu Family won’t accept you."

Gu Zhi met Gu Xing’s gaze with an unwavering determination, countering sharply, "Rest assured, I will prove myself."

Proving she was not an idler or useless, allowing Xia Mian to hold her head high and strike against all the Gu Family members!

Gu Xing’s gaze carried mockery, seemingly dismissing Gu Zhi’s words.

A waste who wandered the world for over ten years; being a waste from the beginning, without anyone guiding her, lacking an environment for cultivation, how could she make a desperate turnaround?

Stop dreaming!

Such turnarounds only happen in dreams!

Gu Xing no longer paid attention to Gu Zhi.

Her father specifically tasked her with entertaining Xia Mian, repeatedly emphasizing not to offend Xia Mian. It wasn’t an easy task, but if she could align herself with Xia Mian, it would greatly benefit her development within the Gu Family.

"If Miss Xia is interested in our Gu Family’s trade fair, shall we take you there for a look?" Gu Xing approached Xia Mian, smiling.

Xia Mian nodded, "Alright!"

She was indeed curious about the treasures at the Gu Family’s trade fair.

If the Gu Family keeps trading with people of mediocre talents, could they be facing losses?

Gu Xing wore a polite smile, "Our Gu Family’s trade fair has a special trading market, located in the east of the city."

Xia Mian nodded slightly; she wasn’t quite fond of this Gu Xing. But as the host, she was the guest, as long as the other party didn’t overstep, she could maintain surface-level politeness.

"The east side is a bit far, walking would take time." Gu Xing finished speaking and beckoned to the roadside.

Then Xia Mian saw someone from a roadside shop leading out several large animals that resembled Alaskan Malamutes.

These dog-like animals were entirely white, dragging a wooden cart behind them.

"Miss Xia, come aboard, we’ll take this over." Gu Xing said, standing beside the giant Alaskan Malamutes, smiling.

"It’s a spirit pet." Xia Weizhang frowned, "Does the Gu Family also cultivate Exotic Beasts?"