After Transmigrating into a Scumbag Alpha, I Whitewashed Myself with the Movie Queen on a Reality Dating Show - Chapter 31

The program finally aired, instantly creating a huge wave on Weibo. This was because many people were saying that Xu Muyan and Gu Zhi were together.

Many of Xu Muyan’s solo fans cried out: “Who is Gu Zhi? She’s not worthy of her!” “How could Yanyan be with an alpha like that? She must have a reason.” “The look on their faces when they first met should have made it clear. Xu Muyan definitely doesn’t like Gu Zhi.”

During the broadcast, Gu Zhi gained favor with some passersby due to her down-to-earth and devoted image, and her public goodwill rose rapidly.

After the finale of the dating show, the two did confirm they were together. Gu Zhi then officially announced their marriage certificate on social media.

[OMG! Am I seeing this correctly?!] [This is even more explosive than the XXX incident!]

Instantaneously, a dozen topics related to the marriage exploded on Weibo.

The major fan: Actually, I think Gu Zhi is quite good to Yanyan. Even though Yanyan is blind, it doesn’t stop them from being in their honeymoon phase.

Many fans agreed: Gu Zhi is actually pretty good.

Combined with the fact that Gu Zhi had intentionally hired a lot of sockpuppet accounts to whitewash her image, the effect was indeed remarkable. She had successfully restored her image.

Two months passed, and Xu Muyan’s belly finally swelled noticeably. Gu Zhi felt extremely distressed when she saw it.

“I heard childbirth is incredibly painful,” Gu Zhi cried, biting on a tissue nearby.

Xu Muyan: “…”

Gu Zhi, while tearing up, gently stroked her soft belly. “You’ll also get stretch marks, lose hair, your skin will become dull, and even your figure will change, and your butt will get bigger.”

Xu Muyan: “…”

“If I really look like that, will you still love me?”

Gu Zhi nodded. “Of course, I will love you, but—giving birth really hurts.” Gu Zhi had actually considered that she shouldn’t use the child to manipulate her parents’ decision, but just when she decided to drop the idea, Xu Muyan got pregnant. She honestly couldn’t smile when she heard the news because childbirth was so painful.

Xu Muyan snorted. “Actually, I can handle it. But you’re not home during the day these days. I can’t even see you when I miss you.”

Gu Zhi knew that a pregnant woman’s hormones increased, and her mood could be erratic, so she consoled her. “I’m busy dealing with Jiang Shiyi.”

“How is that going?”

Gu Zhi: “I found Yu Fan.” She picked up her phone to show Xu Muyan the photo. Xu Muyan gasped. “How did he end up like this?”

In the photo, Yu Fan no longer had the noble demeanor of a rich young master. Instead, he looked unkempt, hungry, with messy hair, and hadn’t bathed in a while. If Xu Muyan hadn’t been told it was Yu Fan, she would have mistaken him for a zombie.

Gu Zhi clicked her tongue twice. “He deserves it for not working and sponging off dogs’ food all day.”

“What did he say?”

Gu Zhi: “He said he and Jiang Shiyi had known each other since childhood, but Jiang Shiyi went abroad, so they hadn’t met for a long time. The drugging incident was indeed something she helped with. Aside from that, there were no other stains on her record.”

Xu Muyan became a little frightened. “Zhi-Zhi, have you ever heard a news story?”

“What is it?”

“A person with a split personality can appear normal to outsiders, but behind the scenes, they’re a murderer.”

“Sister, you’re watching too much news.”

“I’m warning you to be careful of her, and not to have too much contact with her, okay?”

Gu Zhi pondered. “I just don’t understand why such a dignified lady would want to harm you…”

Xu Muyan suddenly started dry-heaving. Gu Zhi frowned, quickly helping her with water and rubbing her back. “Oh dear, you’re past the morning sickness phase. Why are you still vomiting?”

Xu Muyan shook her head. “I’m fine.”

After a while, Xu Muyan calmed down. Gu Zhi suddenly asked, “Sister, we’ve gotten the certificate, but we haven’t had the wedding yet. And… does your mother know?”

Gu Zhi had asked Xu Muyan before if she had told Xue Yan. After all, the wedding would be planned after Xu Muyan gave birth. As the bride’s parent, how could she not attend? Moreover, they were already legally married.

Xu Muyan seemed to be avoiding her gaze. She stammered, “I haven’t told her yet.”

“Why not?”

Xu Muyan shook her head. Now was not the time. Her mother was too unstable. She would come up with all sorts of bizarre ways to use Gu Zhi against the Xu family, and if Gu Zhi was brainwashed into opposing the Xu family, it would be too dangerous.

Xu Muyan picked up a cup of tea, but Gu Zhi stopped her.

“What is it?”

Gu Zhi frowned. “Pregnant women shouldn’t drink too much tea.”

Xu Muyan also frowned. Although Gu Zhi’s personally customized menu had been ruthlessly rejected by Gao Qi, eating meat, despite potentially causing nausea in a pregnant woman, was very nutritious. And since the fetus was getting bigger and needed more nutrients, not eating meat was simply not an option. Although Gu Zhi had calmed down a lot, she was still overly controlling.

A few days ago, Xu Muyan wanted to eat fried chicken. Gu Zhi specifically deep-fried it in olive oil, then peeled off the crispy outer layer, leaving only the meat on the bones. Xu Muyan was only allowed a few pieces, and even the accompanying cola was forbidden. What was the point of satisfying a craving?

The pregnant Xu Muyan’s temper was naturally much worse than before. She whined in a delicate voice, “What are you doing? You won’t let me eat or touch anything. I’m not that fragile.”

Gu Zhi, however, wrapped her arms around Xu Muyan’s waist and smiled. “Be good. Can you listen to me now? These things are very harmful to your health, so let’s not eat them.” Then, she put on a pitiful expression, seeking Xu Muyan’s agreement.

Xu Muyan finally couldn’t help but chuckle.

However, when they arrived at the restaurant, her smile froze. “Stir-fried baby Chinese cabbage, spinach boiled with eggs, mashed potato salad, and chicken breast…”

Xu Muyan’s face was dark. “I’m not on a diet, and the baby needs nutrition!” She had repeated this countless times, but Gu Zhi only remembered that eating meat could easily make her vomit.

“Huh?” Gu Zhi looked at the menu. “The doctor said it’s best for pregnant women not to eat spicy food and to avoid alcohol… Oh, I forgot the baby needs nutrition too.”

Xu Muyan: “…”

Dinner was one thing, but bathing was equally unbearable. Xu Muyan looked at Gu Zhi coldly in the bathroom. “I want to take a bath!”

Gu Zhi held a clean towel in her hand. “My dear Miss Xu, let me help you wash.”

Xu Muyan: “Gu Zhi, I want to take a shower alone. Can you please go out?”

Gu Zhi oddly scratched her head. “Sister, what’s wrong? We washed together all the time before you even found out you were pregnant.”

Xu Muyan flared up. “That was different!”

“How is it different?”

“Because I just want to shower alone right now.” Xu Muyan was about to sit on the bathtub, but Gu Zhi rushed over like the wind. She said anxiously, “Be careful. If you slip, both you and the baby will be in danger.”

In the end, Gu Zhi was too worried about Xu Muyan having an accident while showering. She forcefully closed the bathroom door and insisted on washing her, ignoring Xu Muyan’s pleas. Finally, Xu Muyan settled comfortably in her arms for a sweet sleep.

Damn it! Xu Muyan abruptly opened her eyes. She had to wake this person up even to go to the toilet, insisting that Gu Zhi accompany her, even for a bowel movement!!

The next day, Gu Zhi attended an auction for A-City’s tycoons. She had originally wanted to stay home with Xu Muyan but heard that Jiang Shiyi was also attending.

“Good morning.” Jiang Shiyi, dressed in a dignified suit, greeted Gu Zhi politely. Gu Zhi shook her hand, and the two smiled meaningfully.

The auction began. Seated in the very center was the head of the Xu family, Xu Xun, the father of Xu Muyan and Xu Ranzhi. He was only in his fifties but was quite handsome, as expected of the father of two beautiful daughters. However, Gu Zhi had no fondness for him; after all, he was a man who had abandoned his wife and children, morally corrupt.

The auctioneer called out, “A celadon jade sword, starting bid at 100,000.”

“150,000.”

“500,000.”

“One million.” Suddenly, a female voice echoed throughout the auction hall. Gu Zhi turned to look. What? Sister’s mother was here too! Damn! She can’t be here for Xu Xun, can she?

Xu Xun also looked over when he heard the familiar voice. He and the fiercely approaching Xue Yan met eyes, and he was immediately stunned. Su Xiao, who was beside him, also saw Xue Yan. Both of their expressions were unnatural.

“One million, going once.”

“One million, going twice.”

“One million, going three times. Sold!” The auctioneer tapped the table, and the celadon jade sword was immediately transferred to Xue Yan.

Xue Yan, however, walked straight up to Xu Xun and shouted, “Xu Xun, you really like Shang Dynasty antiques, don’t you? Why didn’t you bid against me?”

Xu Xun looked embarrassed. Su Xiao said coldly, “Ma’am, this is an auction. Please talk to us after it’s over.”

“Was I talking to you?” Xue Yan sneered. “Who are you to interrupt?”

Holy moly! This is too dramatic. Gu Zhi felt like she was watching a continuous TV series, even though the person was her mother-in-law.

“Xue Yan!” Xu Xun stood up. “Can we talk outside?”

Xue Yan suddenly burst into maniacal laughter, startling everyone else. Xue Yan: “Xu Xun, what are you feeling guilty about? I’m here to let everyone know you’re a despicable man who abandoned his wife and children!”

When Xue Yan said those words, Gu Zhi noticed something was wrong. Damn it, how can she say something like this in a place like this? If she offends Xu Xun, it’s over.

Gu Zhi’s worry was justified. Xue Yan went mad. She raised the sword, intending to stab Xu Xun.

Fortunately, Gu Zhi embraced her, diverting the sword, which instead slashed Xu Xun’s left shoulder. Su Xiao was shocked to see Xu Xun’s blood pouring out.

Xu Xun glared coldly at Xue Yan, who was attacking him like a crazed animal, and could only utter a harsh threat: “Xue Yan, don’t expect to have a good life in A-City!”

Gu Zhi finally dragged Xue Yan to a quiet, empty place. Xue Yan now looked exactly like she did when she had beaten Xu Muyan: dishevelled hair, a flushed face, and a trembling tone. Something was very wrong; she truly looked like a mental patient.

Xue Yan screamed several times. Finally, Gu Zhi couldn’t take it anymore and roared, “Stop yelling!”

Xue Yan finally quieted down and asked pitifully, “Do I really look like a lunatic?”

Gu Zhi: “…”

“Who are you?”

Xue Yan seemed to have become somewhat normal, but to Gu Zhi, this normality felt abnormal. However, she was her mother-in-law, so Gu Zhi couldn’t say much.

“I… I, I am… my name is Gu Zhi.” Gu Zhi only gave her name.

Xue Yan looked at her suspiciously, then said, “Oh, so you’re Gu Zhi.”

“Is there a problem?” Gu Zhi realized she probably didn’t remember rescuing Xu Muyan and kicking her away.

“You’re the perverted sugar daddy who was harassing my daughter, right? You even went on a dating show with her, but I don’t watch variety shows or Weibo. I figured she wouldn’t agree to you.”

Gu Zhi: “…”

“Are you hungry?”

“What?”

“I mean, I can treat you to braised beef noodles. It’s downstairs. They’re really delicious.” Gu Zhi blinked.

Xue Yan looked at her for a long time, then finally said, “Why are you so stingy?”

In the end, they still went to eat the braised beef noodles because they were truly delicious. Xue Yan took a bite and suddenly said, “I didn’t expect you to be so down-to-earth.”

“I think this kind of food has the most human touch. It always brings me warmth, and it’s cheap and affordable,” Gu Zhi chuckled.

“The first restaurant Xu Xun and I ever dated at was a beef noodle shop. Back then, we were both very poor, so we only ordered one bowl of noodles without beef. I ate the noodles, and he drank the soup. Although we weren’t full, we were happy. He told me he would love me forever and that he would work hard to support me. I believed him. I never expected things to turn out like this.”

Gu Zhi slurped a noodle. “Men can’t be trusted.”

Xue Yan suddenly gave a cold laugh. “That’s why all you alphas are worthless.”

Gu Zhi choked. Her soul wasn’t an alpha anyway, so she let Xue Yan say what she wanted.

Several plainclothes police officers walked in through the doorway. They said to Xue Yan, “We heard there was an attempted assassination at the auction. We are arresting you.”

Gu Zhi: “Did Xu Xun call the police?”

They didn’t answer and led Xue Yan into the car. Gu Zhi felt that something was wrong. She went to the police station, but the police there said they hadn’t arrested anyone named Xue Yan. Gu Zhi instructed Han Yun to check all the police stations in A-City, but there was no trace of Xue Yan.

Wait a minute. Could those people not have been police officers, but rather—

Returning to Yulan Mountain Villa, she found no sign of Xu Muyan. Gu Zhi immediately panicked. She called Xu Muyan, but there was no answer. She asked the nanny, “Didn’t I tell you to watch the madam carefully?”

It was the first time the nanny had seen Gu Zhi’s cold face, and she was terrified. “The… the Madam’s manager came, saying, saying that her mother was arrested, and then took her away in a car. I wanted to follow, but the manager glared at me and said she would kill me if I followed.”

Gu Zhi was furious at this. The manager actually betrayed her! She called Tan Ning, but Tan Ning knew nothing. It turns out someone was impersonating the manager.

Tan Ning: “CEO Gu… what happened to Muyan?”

Gu Zhi was in a terrible mood, full of fear and worry, and she roared, “How should I know what happened! All you do is ask, what good is asking?!”

Tan Ning was startled. It was the first time she had seen CEO Gu so angry. She had been… so good-tempered before.

Gu Zhi slammed the phone shut, her eyes growing red. If she didn’t find a way out now, it would be too late. Gu Zhi punched the wall again and again, trying hard to calm herself down.

Then, she called Han Yun. “Xiao Han, I believe your connections are extensive, right? Find out all the influential powers in A-City and tell me. Also, if we need to cooperate with them, offer them money—a price they absolutely cannot refuse!”