LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 934 - 934: Her Star Power Shines Through
Chapter 934: Her Star Power Shines Through
Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
The three boys had never tasted steak before, and as the sizzling aroma filled the air, their mouths watered in anticipation. When the time finally came to eat, they devoured the meal with an unrestrained enthusiasm, their eyes wide with delight, each bite bursting with flavor. It was as if they had just been introduced to the divine pleasures of fine dining.
As June rolled in, Gong Xin dropped by to visit Gu Zi, who was prepping for the exams, and of course, to snag some treats for herself.
However, she came bearing news that felt anything but sweet: Lin Miao had been released from prison early and was now preparing for the college entrance exam.
Gu Zi couldn’t help but scoff internally. ‘She’s the heroine of the story, all right,’ she thought, irony dripping from her mind. “Even in jail, her star power shines bright enough to secure an early release!”
Not only that, but Lin Miao was savvy enough to realize that her ticket to redemption lay in acing the exam. In a world where college graduates commanded respect and opportunities, a degree could effectively sweep her prison record under the rug, rendering it almost irrelevant.
Gu Zi recalled the story in which Lin Miao, after marrying Gong Zhan, threw herself into her studies and eventually gained admission to a prestigious university. From that moment, she transformed from a mere village girl into the darling of the elite, effortlessly rising to the top, her life becoming a series of victories.
But this time was different. Lin Miao had a mountain of challenges ahead of her. Rumor had it that Zhang Mei and Gu Shan were embroiled in a divorce battle, and for Lin Miao, that drama alone was enough to keep her on her toes.
With Lin Miao’s plate full of complications, Gu Zi felt a twinge of satisfaction. After all, if Lin Miao was preoccupied with her own mess, it meant fewer chances for her to create chaos elsewhere—at least for now.
Gong Xin was seething as she spoke about Lin Miao and the Gu family, her hands clenched and a mouthful of pastry barely contained. “You wouldn’t believe it! That Lin Miao and those two old fools from the Gu family are absolutely shameless. They promised my parents that as soon as Lin Miao got out, they’d initiate the divorce with my brother, but guess what happened?”
Gu Zi listened, not wanting to interrupt her flow. “They turned the tables and kneecapped my parents in front of the whole neighborhood! They begged for mercy, claiming they couldn’t disrupt Lin Miao’s preparations for the exam. They insisted on waiting until after she took her test before addressing the divorce. They swore they wouldn’t create any further fuss.
“Right, like that’s going to happen. They’re just dragging this out! And who wouldn’t look bad if my parents refused? If Lin Miao flunks the exam, they’ll say it’s our fault for putting too much pressure on her. We’d be the villains!”
This predicament left the Gong family entangled with the Gu family, unable to sever ties quickly.
Her brother Gong Zhan had shut himself away in the military since returning, focused entirely on his training. After witnessing Su Shen’s prowess, he knew he had to elevate his game—no more coasting in his comfort zone.
While Gong Zhan busied himself with self-improvement, Gong Xin felt the weight of the situation pressing on her. She had found some solace in indulging in the delicious pastries with Gu Zi, which helped her momentarily forget the turmoil.
After finishing her snack, Gong Xin recalled another troubling matter. “Oh, and that incident with your school? Zhang Mei orchestrated that, I overheard her conspiring with some registrar from Guangwai Middle School. It wasn’t that the school didn’t want you; they purposely booted you from the roster just to sabotage your chance at the exam.”
Gu Zi, unfazed, replied, “I suspected as much. Who else but Zhang Mei would stoop so low? She’s terrified I’d outshine Lin Miao, and she knows that any comparisons would make Lin Miao look bad.”
Understanding Zhang Mei’s mindset wasn’t particularly difficult. Gu Zi often found it exhausting to engage with her, but Gong Xin was incredulous. “Can you believe this woman? There are so many people smarter than Lin Miao! It’s absurd to think she’d feel threatened. Luckily, Zhang Mei doesn’t wield much power; otherwise, she could ruin countless lives.”
Meanwhile, back at the Gu household, Zhang Mei had moved back in with a fierce determination to defend her marriage at all costs. She was fully committed to nurturing Lin Miao. She focused on making sure Lin Miao would ace the exam, and ultimately secure a spot at a good university. After all, if they could just endure this storm together, perhaps they’d finally emerge victorious.