Campus Ace Girl

Chapter 1051 - 1050: Dying at the Door Wouldn’t Look Good Either

Upon hearing what his sister-in-law said, Wang Kefu couldn’t hold back any longer and wanted to get up and go to meet his beloved. Just then, the old man shouted angrily, "Where are you going, Kefu?"Wang Kefu forced a smile, "Wanqing is pregnant, carrying the Wang Family’s blood."

The old man sneered, "I have yet to acknowledge that, and you’re eager to be the father already."

While he was speaking, the old man fiddled with the ring on his finger, making Wang Kefu feel somewhat uneasy and causing him to speak dryly after a while, "After all, she’s following me, and at such a young age."

As soon as he said this, the second sister-in-law of the Wang Family spoke harshly, "It’s precisely because she’s so young that it’s shocking, doing such things at her age."

Just as Wang Kefu was about to jump up and curse, surprisingly, his sister-in-law changed her tone, "But still, without a proper upbringing, it’s only natural that she’s lacking. However, since she’s following the eldest brother and is pregnant, we naturally can’t be too harsh. After all, the child belongs to our family and must not be mistreated. Old man, wouldn’t it be best if the child is born and handed over to sister-in-law to raise? Sister-in-law has always been noble and righteous, she will definitely agree."

Upon hearing this, the old man contemplated seriously, actually considering it.

Wang Kefu’s heart skipped a beat, but he didn’t dare to make a sound. In his view, this would not work; not because of anything else, but because his vicious wife was determined to get rid of the child, and he felt he couldn’t live with his wife anymore.

But at this moment, he didn’t dare express his opinion because whether the child could be kept or not depended entirely on the old man’s word. If the old man said it should not be born, then Wanqing truly couldn’t escape, nor could he.

Just as Wang Kefu was feeling uneasy, the old man raised his eyes with a somber face, "Go and bring her in."

Upon hearing this, Wang Kefu joyfully got up to fetch his woman inside, but the old man added, "Let Anxi go and call her."

He turned his head and spoke gently to Gu Anxi, "Anxi, can you make the trip?"

Gu Anxi glanced outside, "It’s raining, it seems."

This made Wang Kefu even more concerned, and he hastily said, "Wanqing is still pregnant, why don’t I go?"

"What’s the rush!" The old man reprimanded, "Won’t it be better if the child is gone? Then no problems at all."

He had lived to this age and fully understood that the woman outside aimed to get Wang Kefu divorced. He chuckled inwardly, thinking these women should know their place, as if entering the Wang family was so easy.

After he finished speaking, Wang Kefu dared not speak of compassion anymore. He only looked at Gu Anxi with a pleading look in his eyes.

Gu Anxi found it amusing. Her uncle had once been a worldly figure, the eldest son of the Wang family, wealthy and indulgent yet untouched by affairs. How had he gotten entangled with a talented woman, now presenting himself as a love-stricken image? She guessed her aunt must have been disgusted by his lovelorn display and returned to her family.

Amused inwardly, she maintained a serious expression and spoke to the old man, "My uncle is worried and anxious, but I also think it won’t look good if she ends up dead at the door."

This was music to the old man’s ears, who had long been annoyed by that woman.

Wang Kegui coughed lightly upon hearing this.

The second sister-in-law of the Wang family burst into laughter, "Anxi is really insightful, speaking the old man’s mind, hahaha."

The air grew tense, especially with Wang Kefu shooting her a glare, making his second sister-in-law dare not speak anymore.

At this point, the old man spoke again, "Ah Xiang, fetch a larger umbrella for the young lady."

Ah Xiang responded immediately, and the old man thought for a moment, "You accompany her, better for safety."

Wang Kefu nodded repeatedly, deeply moved, "Yes, yes, the old man’s consideration is thorough. Pregnant women must be careful."

The old man sneered, "I was talking about Anxi, not that troublesome woman outside. That woman hardly needs my concern."

This left the eldest son in an awkward position, muttering quietly, "But the baby is your grandchild or granddaughter."

The old man coldly replied, "Not born with the Wang name, just a bastard."

The atmosphere sank further. Gu Anxi spoke languidly, "Grandfather, do you still want to see anyone? If not, I’ll get my little uncle to pick me up."

Speaking to her, the old man became much gentler, "Look at you, child, you lack patience."

He personally got up and walked together to the entrance hall outside. Ah Xiang held the umbrella and cautiously supported Gu Anxi, and the old man, still uneasy, added, "This child is weak, make sure she doesn’t get wet in the rain."

Ah Xiang responded sweetly, "Rest assured, old man."

After speaking, the two of them held the umbrella and entered the rain curtain. The rain in Jiangnan was thin and needle-like, having fallen for only a while, creating a sense of unity between heaven and earth. Outside the ornate black door of the Wang residence, Shen Wanqing stood in the rain, wearing all black, without any cover. When Ah Xiang saw her, she commented disdainfully, "This woman is truly bad, driving away the eldest madam and now playing the pity act, all relying on the child in her belly."

Gu Anxi laughed a little, teasing her, "You really understand."

Ah Xiang’s face reddened, not out of embarrassment, but because she felt shy being teased by Miss Anxi, who was quite capable. All the Wang family servants particularly respected her, believing only she could handle the eldest son of the family, who indulged in debauchery yet lacked ability.

Gu Anxi didn’t continue to tease her but walked a few more steps until only two meters separated her and Shen Wanqing on opposite sides of the door.

"It’s you." Shen Wanqing’s eyes widened slightly, her face covered in rainwater.

Gu Anxi smiled faintly, "Grandfather asked me to invite you in. By the way, my uncle really cares for you. If your goal is to marry into the Wang family, then you’ve succeeded at least halfway."

Shen Wanqing coldly laughed stiffly, "Gu Anxi, do you despise me now, looking down on me, thinking I threatened your uncle with the child in my belly, thinking I’m despicable in seeking a higher position?"

Ah Xiang discreetly frowned: this woman is truly shameless.

Gu Anxi remained languid, "It has nothing to do with me. Tell that to my aunt, but she might slap you."

Shen Wanqing clenched her fingers tightly, "She won’t have that chance."

Gu Anxi laughed and signaled the gatekeeper to open the door, stepping aside to allow Shen Wanqing in. Shen Wanqing held herself with great pride—talk about lacking confidence, that’s why one pretends to be proud—quite fitting for Shen Wanqing.

Shen Wanqing stepped in, completely soaked but indifferent, simply watching Gu Anxi silently—

Ah Xiang’s umbrella was almost entirely covering Gu Anxi, not allowing a single raindrop to fall on her. Truly pampered, Shen Wanqing tightened her lips—

Someday, she would establish herself in this family. There would be servants holding umbrellas for her too; today’s humiliation would not happen again.

Just as she was about to go in, Gu Anxi spoke up: "Shen Wanqing."

Shen Wanqing turned her head: "What advice do you have for me this time?"

Gu Anxi smiled faintly: "Do you know why it’s me who came out to call you, and not my uncle? Even though he treasures you and the child in your belly."

Shen Wanqing lifted her chin: "You just want to see me make a fool of myself, don’t you?"

Gu Anxi chuckled: "It’s because the old man wants me to tell you something."

Ah Xiang, standing nearby, was puzzled: "But the old man didn’t mention any message earlier."

Gu Anxi: ...

After a moment, she snorted lightly: "This is where our intelligence gap lies."

Ah Xiang felt very wronged.

Gu Anxi continued: "My uncle and his wife’s relationship might have issues, so Shen Wanqing, you’re not a necessity but an accident, understand? Today he can abandon his wife and child for you; one day he might abandon you for another woman. Have you ever thought about whether your background can sustain such a marriage?"

Such words went unheard by Shen Wanqing as she straightened her back: "Then I’ll marry him all the more to see the outcome."

Gu Anxi smiled: "Alright then."

Shen Wanqing glanced at her again, sneering: "Gu Anxi, aren’t you feeling uneasy because every penny you earn now from taking over the Wang family is for me, and for the child in my belly?"

Her face was as thick as a bucket; Gu Anxi couldn’t do anything about her and just shrugged.

As Shen Wanqing walked ahead, Ah Xiang complained: "How can this woman be like this, she really thinks she’s the lady of the house. But even if she is, and has a child, the young master and the old man wouldn’t discard the first wife, and let’s not forget the second wife, she’s no pushover, she’s quite shrewd and capable."

She whispered to Gu Anxi: "The second wife is especially cunning, you see her seemingly considerate and pitying the child, but actually, she most wishes for the elder master to divorce, so the second master would gain more favor."

Gu Anxi chuckled: "Is she really that bad?"

Ah Xiang exclaimed: "Oh, she’s really bad. This Shen Wanqing in the family, who knows if the child can even be retained, and she really thinks it’s easy to enter a wealthy family. It’s a deep water, she has no idea."

Gu Anxi leisurely walked forward, hearing this, turned and asked: "Is the Wang family considered a wealthy family?"

This made Ah Xiang’s face flush, stammering: "I guess it counts as a wealthy family, at least quite significant in Jiangcheng."

"Isn’t the majority of the Jiang family property in my hands?" Gu Anxi retorted.

Ah Xiang immediately clapped a hand on her thigh, saying: "Right, it’s in your hands, so this woman won’t benefit, Miss Anxi, you really are amazing."

She added a bit uneasily: "But what if the old man acknowledges her child and keeps her here to nurture the baby, wouldn’t that be troubling for me?"

Gu Anxi nonchalantly said: "Are you, this little clever one, wanting to follow me?"

Ah Xiang giggled bashfully.

Gu Anxi smiled: "Alright, I’ll tell the old man to let you come over to me. When I return to Beicheng, I’ll take you with me."

Ah Xiang was quick to curry favor: "Thank you, Miss Anxi."

Gu Anxi didn’t mind; she quite liked Ah Xiang’s cleverness.

As they chatted, they entered the living room to find a man and woman embracing in a scene of poignant beauty, while Old Wang’s face was quite unpleasant, looking like the conversation had been disagreeable.

Gu Anxi smiled slightly, walked over, and sat down: "What’s the matter, grandpa, seeing your own grandchildren doesn’t bring you joy?"

She tilted her face: "Ah Xiang, bring out the old man’s cherished champagne for a little celebration."

Ah Xiang sighed and was about to retrieve it when the old man barked: "Nonsense."

But he quickly softened his tone: "Anxi, go play over there, adult matters."

Gu Anxi replied: "Oh," then said, "Ah Xiang, go get the red wine to celebrate my wedding."

Ah Xiang swiftly went to do as told, while the old man, both amused and annoyed, said: "You child, are you intentionally opposing me?"

Gu Anxi moved behind the old man, patting his back to ease him, speaking kindly: "Don’t be mad, old man, see how Miss Shen is all wet, perhaps she should change clothes first, catching a cold wouldn’t be good for the child."

She added, "That’s uncle’s flesh and blood, a child born in old age."

Elder uncle of the Wang family immediately nodded: "Yes, yes, everything should be for Wanqing’s health."

With Anxi backing him, he visibly straightened up, instructing the servants to take her to a guest room to change clothes. Shen Wanqing pursed her lips, hesitating, and at this moment, the second sister-in-law of the Wang family chuckled softly: "Miss Shen, please forgive us, it’s not that the elder brother doesn’t let you into his room, it’s just that my brother and sister-in-law’s marriage isn’t yet dissolved, and our Wang family is very particular about propriety, so we must inconvenience you a bit. But I believe Miss Shen, being so adaptable, wouldn’t mind this small matter, right?"

Shen Wanqing knew she was being humiliated, but now that she was here and the old man was here, she dared not act rashly and had to follow the servants away.

Once she left, the old man coldly asked his eldest son: "Are you really determined to sever ties with your wife and marry this woman? Have you thought it through? You’ve been married for over ten years, ending it just like that, there’s no turning back if you regret it later."

Wang Kefu was initially hesitant, but seeing his beloved endure humiliation so steadfastly, he suddenly became very spirited, "I’ve thought it through, I have to take responsibility."

Old Wang lashed out: "Responsibility my ass, what about your wife and child?"

Wang Kefu swallowed hard: "Let her take care of the child for now, it’s best the child stays with the mother, we can get them back when they’re grown. Besides, I’ll give her a sum of money, consider it fair to her. Dad, you can’t blame me, you haven’t seen her heartless side."

The old man’s eyes flashed with a ruthless light, but when Shen Wanqing came back out, he suddenly sat back down slowly.

After a long silence, he finally spoke softly: "Alright, I won’t interfere with your affairs with your wife. If she’s willing to divorce and live with the child, that’s up to you. But Miss Shen can’t enter the Wang family just because she’s pregnant. First, let her give birth. If it’s a son and you still want to marry her, then get married. If it’s a daughter... give her a sum of money, and break off the relationship."

Wang Kefu wailed: "Dad, what era is it to still speak like this, girls can be just as capable, look at our Anxi, so beautiful and capable, girls are wonderful."