Shen Mingzhu had just been transported to another world one second, and the next second she was kicked into a lake.
When she opened her eyes again, a handsome man dressed in ancient robes was standing in the room.
"Hmph!"
The man let out a cold snort, his expression full of disdain.
"Shen Mingzhu, I don't like you at all. Your actions only make me hate you even more!"
"You deserved to fall into the lake!"
Shen Mingzhu was speechless.
This… is really hard to deal with.
Suddenly, a flood of memories that didn't belong to her rushed into her mind, and she finally understood who this guy was.
He was the male protagonist of this novel, Yan Yunxuan!.
She transmigrated into a book, becoming the villainous female supporting character, the long-lost true daughter of the Marquis of Changping's mansion, and currently the male lead's betrothed since childhood.
The original owner was lost in the countryside when she was young. She was found by the Marquis's mansion when she was twelve years old. However, the Marquis's mansion kept the fake heiress who had enjoyed a life of luxury for twelve years in her place. They even claimed that they were twin sisters, which made Shen Mingzhu very resentful.
Shen Mingzhu's eyes, now that she had returned, everyone should take their rightful place and return to their own home, and the bloodline of the Marquis's family should remain clear.
Her mother, Xie Qinghuan, supported her, even suggesting that Shen Jiaojiao be given a sum of money to leave the Marquis's residence. Yet the proposal met resistance from everyone in the household.
One person alone cannot fight an entire family, so she reluctantly accepted it.
But Still in private, her mother stood behind her beloved daughter, quietly helping her vent her anger.
Of course, she also fought to secure the status of eldest daughter of the Marquis's family for her own biological daughter.
She would not let her beloved child suffer any longer, and under no circumstances would she back down.
Thus, Shen Mingzhu became the eldest daughter of the Marquis of Changping, while the original female lead, Shen Jiaojiao, was relegated to second daughter.
Yet secrets never remain hidden forever. Naturally, the various families in Shengjing City came to understand the truth. Still, since it was a private matter within the Marquis's household, they could do nothing but watch.
However, to everyone's surprise, within just three years, the notorious deeds of mother and daughter had become known throughout the capital.
Sure enough, at the coming-of-age ceremony of Shen Mingzhu and Shen Jiaojiao, Shen Mingzhu was pushed into the water by a noblewoman who disliked her. When she regained consciousness, she had become her.
As for Yan Beixuan, her betrothed since childhood and the Second Prince Xuan Wang, he had always been devoted to his childhood sweetheart, Shen Jiaojiao, and remained one of her strongest supporters.
Under heaven, all land belongs to the king; within the borders of that land, all are subjects of the king.
The rigid distinction between ruler and subject, based solely on status, overwhelmed him and tried to protect her.
Seeing her dazed and frustrated expression, Yan Beixuan continued,
"What? Regretting what you did?"
"I'm telling you, Shen Mingzhu, it's too late! I've already asked my father to approve my marriage with Jiaojiao. You'd better behave yourself, or I won't be so polite!"
What a complete idiot!
Shen Mingzhu had no patience for his rambling. She flung the pillow straight at his face.
"Get lost! I don't want a tainted man! Stay as far away from me as possible!"
Her shout startled Yan Beixuan. He had been used to Shen Mingzhu's devotion over the past three years, so her sudden outburst left him momentarily stunned.
After realizing what had happened, I felt extremely embarrassed.
"Shen Mingzhu, have you gone mad? How dare you speak to me like that? Let me tell you, from now on, even if you beg me, I won't pay any attention to you, and I will never marry you. I won't even give you the position of a concubine!"
"Hmph! What a crazy woman!"
After saying that, he opened his folding fan, waved it, and went straight out of the room.
"Pooh!"
Shen Mingzhu spat at Yan Beixuan's retreating figure outside.
He still thinks she's the same Shen Mingzhu!
Keep dreaming!
Now, she was New Mingzhu.
At that moment, Madam Shen, the mother of the original owner, Xie Qinghuan, arrived. She had always been a kind and protective mother in the story.
Of course, as a villainous supporting character, her mother had also been a tragic cannon fodder, destined for misfortune. Her reputation in the capital's aristocracy was destroyed, and she eventually died from illness.
Even in her final moments, her greatest worry was her daughter, Shen Mingzhu, her beloved treasure.
[Ding---]
[Your gossip-eating system is now online. Enjoy the gossip and live happily.]
Shen Mingzhu: ?
Suddenly, a semi-transparent panel that only she could see appeared in front of her, with the words "System Shop" clearly written on it. Unfortunately, it was grayed out and hadn't been opened yet!
Shen Mingzhu forced herself to look at the "gossip system" and felt it was a useless system!
This system is useless!
It's useless to eat, but a pity to throw it away.
Looking at the beauty and health pills, body-strengthening pills, spiritual spring water, spiritual rice, spiritual fruit, and universal detoxification pills in the system shop...
Damn it, they're all gray!
She can see it, but she can't touch it or get it!
It would be much better to have a spiritual spring space or something, that would be so much more enjoyable.
At least she can drink the spiritual spring water every day to strengthen her body, improve her complexion, and so on...
[Host? ]
[I'm online! ]
[Host, Moshi Moshi?]
Shen Mingzhu: ?
Speak your mind!
The gossip-eating system: ...
[Host, please be civilized and polite. I am the Civilization Commander!]
[cut! ]
Shen Mingzhu scoffed!
He's clearly just a useless piece of trash, but he insists on making himself sound so superior!
[Host, I am extremely powerful and useful. As long as you diligently indulge in gossip, you can buy anything you want in the system shop!]
Shen Mingzhu: ...
I want to live forever and ascend to immortality, is that possible?
System: [Host, the system shop offers Longevity Pills, one of it can add one hundred years to your lifespan; there are also Longevity Fruits, one of it can extend your lifespan by ten years. You can purchase them with points.]
"Wow!"
It looks pretty good!
Unfortunately, I can't get anything now!
Shen Mingzhu wanted to try and see if she could get or even buy it, but the light in her eyes instantly went out.
Damn it, i should dump this system!
Looking at the score in the upper right corner, it clearly shows: 0!
Xie Qinghuan's heart leaped into her throat as she watched her daughter's excited, waving hands and feet, now looking so dejected.
"Mingzhu, my darling, how are you feeling?"
"Did Shen Jiaojiao bully you again?!"
"Wait, Mother will punish her by making her kneel in the ancestral hall!"
"Hmph! She is such an ungrateful wretch! She actually dared to cause you to fall into the lake. Doesn't she know that you're physically weak?"
"Physician! Physician, come quickly and take a look at my precious baby!"
Looking at the dignified and beautiful noblewoman in front of her, Shen Mingzhu's eyes immediately lit up again!
[Ahhh! This is my mom! My mom is so beautiful! No wonder she was once the most beautiful woman in the capital, my fairy mother is killing me with her beauty!!!]
Madam Xie's hand trembled suddenly, and she was greatly alarmed. She quickly looked around.
Who is it?
Who is speaking?
[Ahhh! What's Mom looking around for? Look at me! I'm your darling baby, my beautiful mother, come here, let's stick it together! You are my support!]
[Ahhh! My mom is so beautiful, I must be beautiful too, right? I really hope she passed on her beauty to me!!!