A ripple would occasionally stir.
These were quickly suppressed amidst Ming Zhirou’s onslaught.
Only Ming Zheng, who in her past life had desperately yearned for familial affection, would foolishly wait for the occasional pang of guilt from her mother, for that sliver of tenderness.
Ming Zheng would never forget, even unto death.
Lying at the edge of the Abyss of Sin, bleeding profusely, her Sacred Yuan Heart Pill gouged out.
Yet her mother, cradling Ming Zhirou, who had merely been splashed with her blood, showered her with solicitous care.
Then, with eyes that regarded her as an ancient enemy, filled with venom and hatred, she had said, "You malevolent disaster, you are inferior to Rou'er in every way! I should never have given birth to you!"
As she was kicked into the abyss by Ming Zhirou.
Her mother had even let out a sigh of relief, holding Ming Zhirou, who feigned deep remorse and wished to “repay a life with a life” by leaping into the abyss, and said, "You are my life! Her death is nothing. From now on, you are my only daughter, the sole heiress of the Ming family!"
These memories from her past life.
Still felt as if they had happened only yesterday.
Each scene was firmly embedded in Ming Zheng’s soul.
Unforgettable!
And unforgivable!
Ming Zheng slightly tilted her chin, her slender, fair neck accentuating the mocking and arrogant smile on her lips. "Given Ming Zhirou's talent, where did you get the confidence to assume that acceptance letter mailed to me was hers?"
"And where did you get the courage to come to the Imperial Capital Academy to demand an acceptance letter for Ming Zhirou?"
She cast a dismissive glance at Ming Zhirou. "Before you snatch someone's belongings, first gauge if you have the ability."
"Some things you can snatch because they are trash."
"Don't think that because you snatched some trash, you are entitled to snatch anything."
Ming Zhirou did possess talent.
But such talent, in the Imperial Capital Academy teeming with geniuses, didn't even qualify as mid-tier.
In her past life, if not for Ming Zheng’s behind-the-scenes machinations.
And if Mo Qiyu hadn't granted Ming Zhirou numerous conveniences and rare treasures out of consideration for Ming Zheng.
Ming Zhirou would not have been promoted to genius.
Nor would she have become the pride of the Ming family.
The entire Ming family, along with Ming Zhirou, would boast incessantly, attributing everything to Ming Zhirou's talent.
In Mo Qiyu's words – even a pig could take flight under their meticulous cultivation, but unfortunately, Ming Zhirou was worse than a pig.
Now, without her assistance.
Ming Zheng was eager to see how Ming Zhirou would become the "genius" of her past life.
Ming Zheng's smile was utterly sarcastic.
Ming Zheng's gaze was contemptuous and disdainful.
Looking at Ming Zhirou… and even the Ming family members, was like looking at a pile of trash.
Ming Zhirou's face contorted slightly.
Her tear-filled beautiful eyes stared fixedly at Ming Zheng’s condescending and cold gaze.
In the eyes of the Ming family, she appeared pale and fragile, on the verge of collapse.
They were utterly heartbroken.
"You're still spouting nonsense! That acceptance letter, you deliberately brought it before us to humiliate us!" The delicately drawn brows of Mother Ming furrowed tightly as she accused angrily.
Father Ming also sneered. "With Rou'er's talent, she doesn't deserve an acceptance letter from the Imperial Capital Academy. Does a mere… commoner like you have the qualifications?"
He deliberately paused for a few seconds when saying the word "commoner."
But Ming Zheng knew very well what he wanted to say was "useless."
Just then.
Suddenly, the thunderous roar of engines echoed through the main entrance of the Imperial Capital Academy.
Drawing countless gazes.
Instantly, a multitude of astonished exclamations erupted—
"Holy crap! So many luxury cars!"
"Rolls-Royces! Those limited editions, they're all here!"
"At least twenty cars, I'd say! The lowest price is over ten million!"
Yes.
Luxury cars.
Blindingly dazzling luxury cars slowly approached.
After stopping at the school gate.
The car doors opened in unison.
Then, a stream of bodyguards emerged, all dressed in black suits, wearing black sunglasses, and standing at least 1.9 meters tall.
A chilling aura instantly enveloped the entrance of the Imperial Capital Academy.
Yet…
Within the Imperial Capital Academy, no guards came out to expel or question them.
Even though most of the people present were of considerable wealth and status.
Few had ever witnessed twenty-odd luxury cars making such an imposing spectacle.
From the crowd, someone exclaimed, "That's the Imperial Capital Academy's logo! Those are Imperial Capital Academy cars!"
Indeed, at the very front, on the most stylish and imposing extended black luxury car, everyone saw the logo of their Imperial Capital Academy.
So, these luxury cars were all from the Imperial Capital Academy.
Such grandeur.
Who could be sitting inside those cars?
Everyone was filled with curiosity and shock.
Ming Zheng, however, just wanted to run.
What was inevitable had arrived.
If you can't afford to provoke it, can't you avoid it?
Quick, run!
Grab your gear and run!
Hesitating for even a second would be a disservice to herself.
However, Ming Zhirou did not understand her pain.
In Ming Zhirou's opinion, Ming Zheng was trying to escape because she had just shown off, and now that a dignitary from the Imperial Capital Academy had appeared, she was afraid of being humiliated.
She immediately let go of her mother and stepped forward, reaching for Ming Zheng's arm, her voice filled with feigned concern. "Sister, don't be afraid. Even if you forged an acceptance letter from the Imperial Capital Academy, it's okay if you're caught by the Imperial Capital Academy. I will definitely accompany you to apologize to the Dean of the Imperial Capital Academy and beg for his forgiveness."
With this shout.
Wasn't she afraid that those inside the cars wouldn't know of Ming Zheng's "deeds"?
It was clear she wished she could cling to the car windows and accuse Ming Zheng of her "deeds" to the people inside!
How does it feel…
This fake young lady is so manipulative?
However, the Ming family, who perceived nothing, could only see how understanding and generous their precious Rou'er was.
Mother Ming, heartbroken, pulled her back. "Why bother with her? She made her own mistakes, let her bear the consequences. Don't drag the Ming family down!"
The leading luxury car, at this moment, had its door opened.
A red carpet was swiftly unfurled from the car door, stretching all the way to the school gate entrance.
The black-suited bodyguards, acting in orderly fashion, stood on either side of the red carpet.
Then, they bowed in unison.
"Miss Ming, welcome to the Imperial Capital Academy!"
The synchronized voices were powerful and resonant.
Coincidentally.
Standing in the middle of the red carpet, beneath the synchronized bows of the bodyguards, was Ming Zheng…
As well as Ming Zhirou, who had just tried to pull her, and Mother Ming.
Upon hearing the bodyguards' words.
Ming Zhirou and Mother Ming were stunned for a moment.
Then, joyful expressions quickly surfaced.
Had the Dean of the Imperial Capital Academy… changed his mind?
And therefore, put on such a grand display, wanting to re-invite their Rou'er back to the Imperial Capital Academy in front of so many people?