Campus Ace Girl-Chapter 502 - 503: To hold a banquet for Mingzhu as compensation

Gu Mingzhu completely relaxed, leaned against Tang Yuan, and soon said cheerfully, "By the way, my film’s post-production is almost complete. It’s just waiting to be released."

Tang Yuan smiled. "There will certainly be no problem with the summer release, and there aren’t any strong competing films scheduled for the same period. You don’t need to worry at all."

While they were talking, Gu Yuanshan came over and sat down. "What are you talking about?"

Not just him; Shen Congwen was with him too. Shen Congwen had been visiting the Shen residence more frequently lately, which even made Tang Yuan look at him sideways— Honestly, if you didn’t know any better, you’d think Shen Congwen was Gu Yuanshan’s son, and Gu Changqing was of no consequence!

Shen Congwen sat down next to Gu Yuanshan and nodded a greeting to Tang Yuan. Gu Mingzhu’s gaze was fixed on him, but Shen Congwen simply pretended not to see.

Tang Yuan glanced at Mingzhu before saying softly, "Mingzhu won the COMO Design Award."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuanshan was quite pleased. He smiled warmly at his younger daughter. "Mingzhu has truly made us proud."

Gu Mingzhu smiled faintly, her gaze once again landing on Shen Congwen’s face.

Shen Congwen said quietly, "Congratulations."

Watching Gu Yuanshan’s expression, Tang Yuan spoke slowly, "Yuanshan, I was thinking of holding a dinner party for Mingzhu after the award is announced, to make up for the disappointment of her birthday night."

Gu Yuanshan was surprised. "Her birthday was celebrated quite lavishly, wasn’t it? What was there to be disappointed about?"

Gu Mingzhu, her hands twisting in her lap, said, "Mom, there’s no need."

Her heart aching for her daughter, Tang Yuan put considerable effort into persuading Gu Yuanshan. "Yuanshan, a girl’s twentieth birthday is precious. I wasn’t so fortunate; in the Gu family, because we always had to consider Changqing’s feelings, we’ve never had grand celebrations. That’s in the past, but are you really going to make Mingzhu suffer the same slight I did?"

Gu Yuanshan looked at her, then at Gu Mingzhu; he didn’t want to spoil the mood.

He chuckled. "Why so serious? I never said we couldn’t hold it! You look into it, just keep it somewhat simple and not too extravagant. Mr. Wang is currently dealing with the Jiang Family, so we Gu family members shouldn’t get caught in the crossfire."

At this, Gu Mingzhu’s mood brightened a little, and she smiled faintly. "Dad, don’t worry. Mr. Wang holds me in high regard right now."

Hearing this, Gu Yuanshan felt a stir within him.

The Gu family hadn’t been doing too well lately. The Jiang Family affair had not only cost them a fortune but had also caused Mr. Wang to view him unfavorably. Although Mr. Wang hadn’t been overt about it, Gu Yuanshan had clearly sensed his animosity during their few interactions. Mr. Wang had even attended Mingzhu’s birthday banquet only briefly before departing.

This seemed like a perfect opportunity to change Mr. Wang’s perception of them, and Gu Yuanshan didn’t want to miss it.

Besides, An Xi’s destiny is indeed too perilous, he thought. If Mingzhu were to take her place... it wouldn’t be entirely out of the question... Mingzhu’s own destiny is excellent. Mr. Wang would surely be very pleased once he finds out.

With these thoughts, Gu Yuanshan praised her even more affectionately, "Mingzhu did very well this time." 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎

He thought for a moment then said to Tang Yuan, "Prepare everything thoroughly. We’ll host a wonderful celebration for our daughter."

Tang Yuan smiled in satisfaction and looked at Gu Mingzhu. "Did you hear that, Mingzhu? You must continue to do well."

Gu Mingzhu murmured softly, "I know."

Just then, Shen Congwen announced he was leaving. He declined Gu Yuanshan’s invitation to stay for dinner, went outside, got into his car, and quickly drove away.

Gu Mingzhu gazed outside and said softly, "I wonder if Congwen has a girlfriend? He seems so busy lately."