Chapter 231: 231 Zheng Chuyi’s Transformation, Part One (Third Update)

With a creak, the two carved wooden doors were completely shut.

Zheng Chuyi quickly walked towards the dining room, knowing that at such a time, the Mo family should be dining there.

Along the way, many servants respectfully greeted Zheng Chuyi, who responded with a smile and a nod, appearing very amiable.

The closer she got to the dining room, the clearer the laughter inside became.

Zheng Chuyi’s face paled, listening to the sound. Had that lowly commoner stayed over at the Mo family’s house last night?

Unbelievably, the normally strict old Mrs. Mo had even allowed a stranger to stay the night.

A mere commoner. By what right could she replace her?

A commoner who only knew how to use underhanded tactics. By what right could she win old Mrs. Mo’s favor?

Zheng Chuyi’s steps halted in front of the dining room, her emotions extremely complex. Her hands clenched and then released, then clenched again.

She repeated this until fresh red blood traces appeared on her pale palms.

Zheng Chuyi took a deep breath, suppressing the sourness and pain in her heart, trying to calm herself before gently pushing open the banquet hall door.

With a creak, the ancient wooden door was immediately pushed open.

The laughter inside stopped abruptly, and everyone’s gaze unconsciously turned towards Zheng Chuyi.

"What are you doing here?" Old Mrs. Mo asked coldly, her face full of disgust.

Zheng Chuyi sneered in her heart but still maintained a gentle expression. Once upon a time, in the Superpower World, she had been as close to old Mrs. Mo as a daughter. Now, things had come to this.

The number one beauty of the Superpower World, not even comparable to a contemptible commoner in her eyes.

Laughable, truly laughable.

"Aunt Mo, I’ve come to say goodbye," Zheng Chuyi slowly walked into the banquet hall, her beautiful face serene, revealing no other peculiar emotions.

Old Mrs. Mo slightly frowned, unable to see through Zheng Chuyi’s ploy for the moment, and simply said, "You’re leaving?"

"Yes," Zheng Chuyi nodded lightly, "Aunt Mo, I’m very sorry for troubling you for so long. Now that Xuan has found the True Destiny Maiden, I should leave."

Zheng Chuyi’s voice was faint, gentle, and upon closer listen, one could sense a hint of reluctance.

Old Mrs. Mo replied somewhat expressionlessly, "Since you’ve decided to go, then leave sooner. This place is indeed not quite suitable for you."

Zheng Chuyi had never expected old Mrs. Mo to be so heartless towards her!

How tough must her heart be to say such words to her!

She had lost her mother at a young age, and though her brother, who was more than a decade older, did care for her, it was somewhat inconvenient as he was a man.

Thus, from a young age, she had been raised by old Mrs. Mo, who, though not related by blood, shared a bond as close as mother and daughter and understood each other’s hearts.

And now, all that had been destroyed by a mere commoner.

Ironical, truly ironical.

Zheng Chuyi, despite feeling unwilling, did not show the slightest bit on her face.

She then said to old Mrs. Mo with great emotion, "Aunt Mo, I know you don’t like me now, you even despise me, but rest assured, from now on, I won’t appear before you to upset you. Please take good care of your health. I am very grateful for you having raised me. Without you, there wouldn’t be the me of today. You treated me like your own daughter, and I hold all this in my heart. I’m afraid I will never have the opportunity to repay your kindness in this lifetime. As I am about to leave, please allow this unfilial daughter to bow before you..."

At the end of her speech, tears almost blurred Zheng Chuyi’s eyes as she knelt straight down before old Mrs. Mo.

’Bang, bang, bang,’ she knocked her head on the ground three times.

With each knock, she would say a phrase, "Chuyi is unfilial." Her voice was somewhat hoarse.

Even if the heart of the Mo family matriarch was tough, at this moment, witnessing Zheng Chuyi’s display, she felt a stir of compassion, and her eyes reddened slightly.

After all, Zheng Chuyi was raised by her hands from a young age; even a stone would warm up over so many years, let alone a human heart.

As she repeated "Chuyi is unfilial," the Mo family matriarch would envision Zheng Chuyi’s well-behaved appearance as a child.

Her heart ached slightly, and she found it somewhat difficult to breathe.

By the time Zheng Chuyi raised her head again, her fair forehead had turned into a bruised red, oozing a crimson trace of blood.

Paired with her tear-stained face, it was difficult for onlookers to remain unmoved, evoking sympathy.

The Mo family matriarch tried several times to rise from her chair and help her, but memories of Zheng Chuyi’s past actions surfaced in her mind, and she forcibly held herself back.

Sensing the emotional shift in the Mo family matriarch, a glint of triumph flashed briefly in the downcast eyes of Zheng Chuyi.

It seemed her tactic was not misplaced.

For someone like the Mo family matriarch, the first step was to capture her heart, followed by playing the card of familial affection.

Even though the Mo family matriarch did not come to help her up, at least her objective was achieved.

Zheng Chuyi rose unhurriedly from the ground and turned her gaze towards Tong Zhi, her voice choked as she said, "And you, Auntie Tong, we part today, and I know not when I shall see you again, but I shall never forget your kindness towards me. You treated me just like your own niece; when I was a child, whatever was tasty or fun, you would think of me first. Thank you for your years of care for Chuyi; I am deeply grateful!"

After speaking, she bowed deeply to Auntie Tong, and as she bent over, she was overwhelmed with tears and sobbing unstoppably.

Tong Zhi was not a heartless person, especially as she had watched Zheng Chuyi grow up. Seeing Zheng Chuyi like this also greatly upset her, feeling as if a heavy weight pressed on her, leaving her gasping for air.

"Enough, let’s not bring up past matters anymore. If you knew this day would come, why did it happen in the first place?" Tong Zhi held back her tears but was visibly moved; she almost croaked out to Zheng Chuyi, "However, realizing your mistakes now is not too late. As long as you truly repent, I am still your Auntie Tong, and you are still that little girl who used to be so affectionate towards me..."

"Thank you, Auntie Tong," Zheng Chuyi embraced Auntie Tong, weeping profusely, "Thank you, Auntie Tong, for forgiving me."

The two embraced each other, creating an especially touching scene.

In the end, Auntie Tong could not hold back her tears either. Her voice hoarse, she said to Zheng Chuyi, "You’re not young anymore; when you get home, get married if you find the right person. I think Jiang Mubai is a good choice; he has also waited for you for so many years. You should give him an answer. If you two can form a lasting union, remember to let me know. No matter where I am, I will be there to bless you as a family member."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Chuyi’s expression froze for a moment, but she quickly recovered, returning to that pitiful and deeply touching demeanor.

Nodding to Tong Zhi, she wiped away her tears and replied, "Okay, Auntie Tong, do not worry; I will consider the important matters of life. But Mubai treats me just like a real sister; we only have fraternal affection for each other, and I’m afraid we might not be suitable."

Tong Zhi wiped away a tear from Zheng Chuyi’s eye corner, saying through tears and laughter, "Silly child, you are just blinded by the situation. Mubai’s feelings for you are sincere. Auntie Tong can see that he truly cares about you, and he has always been waiting for you. Over the years, his devotion to you has not escaped my notice; such good men are rare these days. Besides, both your families are well acquainted with each other; it would be a good marriage."

Although Tong Zhi had been out of the Superpower World for many years, she still maintained contact with Jiang Mubai. He was a good kid, very filial and well-mannered,

And above all, he truly liked Zheng Chuyi.

Jiang Mubai, ten years senior to Zheng Chuyi, remained unmarried to this day, all to protect Zheng Chuyi.

A person’s heart is only so big; once it harbors one person, there is no room for a second.

At this moment, Zheng Chuyi genuinely repented, and Tong Zhi truly didn’t want her to miss out on such a devoted man.

Zheng Chuyi could never have anticipated that Tong Zhi would say such words to her. She initially thought that Tong Zhi truly forgave her, sincerely wishing her well. Now it appeared that Tong Zhi, like her, was only performing, insincere and deceptive!

In her heart, Zheng Chuyi cynically thought that Tong Zhi’s talent for acting was wasted and that not going into show business was a pity.

If Tong Zhi truly cared for her well-being, how could she push her towards Jiang Mubai!

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