363: The thought of becoming their stepmother never left her mind.

Was this Mianmian called Zhang Mianmian? She called the Older Brothers Cousin Gu Jin and Cousin Gu Yuan, and she looked a bit like Zhang Fu, so she must be a relative of Zhang Fu?

Xiao Niannian had heard about Zhang Fu's background before. Although Zhang Fu had been adopted by her Maternal Grandparents, she still had her own family, and she heard she had Older Brothers and sisters-in-law and so on.

Seeing that Gu Yuan and Gu Jin were not speaking, Zhang Mianmian knew she had guessed correctly, and she was extremely happy.

"Cousin Gu Yuan, Cousin Gu Jin, I am Mianmian. My aunt is your maternal aunt."

Xiao Niannian laughed.

Hearing this, Gu Yuan and Gu Jin looked at their younger sister.

"What is it, younger sister?" Gu Yuan asked with concern. Gu Jin also looked at his younger sister.

"You are Zhang Mianmian?" Hearing Zhang Mianmian's words, Gu Yuan had some impression of her. They had met Zhang Mianmian before.

"Yes, Cousin Gu Yuan." Zhang Mianmian looked at Gu Yuan with a smile.

"Don't call us cousin; we aren't relatives of yours." Gu Jin spoke much more directly.

Zhang Fu was their maternal aunt, but neither brother liked her much. Over the last decade or so, they hadn't met her many times. However, they knew one thing: Zhang Fu had always wanted to be their mother.

They had a biological mother; they didn't need Zhang Fu to be their stepmother.

Tears welled up in Zhang Mianmian's eyes instantly; she hadn't expected Gu Jin to speak so bluntly.

Xiao Yi had just brought food over and was originally very happy, but upon hearing Gu Jin's words, she frowned.

Were these the two cousins Mianmian had mentioned before? She hadn't expected them to be so cold.

Hearing his younger brother's words, Gu Yuan also spoke up. "comrade Zhang Mianmian, my brother is right; we are not relatives."

This Zhang Mianmian had upset their younger sister; if they acknowledged her, their younger sister would definitely be angry. Moreover, they could see that there was something wrong with Zhang Mianmian.

Hearing Gu Yuan and Gu Jin both say this, tears instantly fell from Zhang Mianmian's eyes.

Watching Zhang Mianmian's tears fall like beads, Xiao Niannian felt that Xiao Yueyue, Hu Ping, and Ma Xue combined might not be a match for Zhang Mianmian.

Zhang Xiaorou, on the other hand, might be able to go toe-to-toe with her. Could it be that because they were all relatives, they were somewhat similar?

If they were decades in the future, Xiao Niannian would definitely applaud Zhang Mianmian immediately and recommend her to the entertainment industry; she would surely become an actress with good acting skills.

"Cousin Gu Yuan, Cousin Gu Jin, did you misunderstand me? Are you Younger Female Cousin Niannian? I am truly sorry about what happened today; please don't be angry with me, I am your Older Female Cousin..."

Seeing Gu Yuan and Gu Jin's cold attitude, Zhang Mianmian turned her gaze toward Xiao Niannian.

Her aunt had told her that Xiao Niannian might not be the real one, and besides, Uncle Gu hadn't held a recognition banquet, nor had he officially acknowledged Xiao Niannian back into the family.

She had previously heard that it wouldn't be long before her aunt became the eldest daughter-in-law of the Gu Family, but then Xiao Niannian came to acknowledge her relatives, and afterward, Uncle Gu became very cold toward her aunt. For the past year or two, her aunt and Uncle Gu hadn't even had the chance to meet.

If her aunt became the eldest daughter-in-law of the Gu Family, her own status would be different as well. Her aunt was her actual aunt, after all.

She looked at Xiao Niannian, but she didn't see much resemblance between Xiao Niannian and the Gu Family cousins.

When she arrived in the Capital City, she would have to ask her aunt properly. Only if her aunt became the eldest daughter-in-law of the Gu Family could their family become people above others in the future.

She didn't want to live a life of being looked down upon anymore. And her parents—they had never treated her well since she was young. Only when her aunt sent money would they treat her a little better. Later, after her aunt sent people to help take care of her, her life finally improved.

She had always had some suspicions in her heart, but she never dared to let anyone know about this suspicion, nor did she dare to ask anyone. However, the way her aunt looked at her was sometimes very gentle, and sometimes very fierce...

"I am not your Younger Female Cousin, so stop calling me that randomly."

If it were Zhang Xiaorou, one might still call her an Older or Younger Female Cousin, but this Zhang Mianmian was Zhang Fu's own Niece. Zhang Fu was a daughter adopted by the Maternal Grandparents and was related to her mother, but Zhang Fu's own Niece was not their cousin.

Hearing Xiao Niannian's words, Zhang Mianmian felt even more upset. She could no longer hold it in and began to sob quietly.

Hearing these words, Xiao Yi became even angrier. "How can you few people bully Mianmian like this?" "You are her cousins."

Hearing Xiao Yi's words, Zhang Mianmian quickly spoke up. "Xiao Yi, stop talking."

Gu Yuan and Gu Jin already had a bad impression of her; if she kept talking, their impression of her would definitely get worse. By then, they might even start to dislike her aunt, and if she ruined her aunt's plans, it would be all over.

Seeing the warning look in Zhang Mianmian's eyes, Xiao Yi immediately quieted down.

Xiao Niannian put away her book and decided to take a nap. This nap lasted until just as the sky was beginning to brighten.

Xiao Niannian's biological clock was very punctual. At this moment, there was only a little light in the carriage. She saw that Zhang Mianmian had already sat up and was sizing her up.

She could see the malice in Zhang Mianmian's eyes. Zhang Mianmian hated her, but she couldn't find a good way to deal with her right now, so she had to put on an ingratiating act.

Once they arrived in the Capital City, Zhang Fu, Zhang Xiaorou, and Zhang Mianmian would definitely find ways to approach her again and use her to get close to her father.

The desire for Zhang Fu to become their stepmother had never ceased. Xiao Niannian curled her lips; she had already figured out what methods Zhang Fu would use.

Her Maternal Grandparents had returned to the Capital City, and if they wanted to see her, they would definitely hold a family banquet. Her Older Brothers would happen to be at home, and her father would also go over. At that time, if Zhang Fu just thought about getting her father drunk...

Her father was not someone Zhang Fu could scheme against.

Gu Yuan and Gu Jin had also woken up by now. "Younger sister, you're awake." Seeing Xiao Niannian with her eyes open, Gu Yuan said with a smile.

"Shall I accompany you to brush your teeth and wash your face, then take you to the dining car to buy something to eat?" "I'll go by myself."

Hearing their younger sister say she would go by herself, Gu Yuan and Gu Jin exchanged a look. "Alright."

Xiao Niannian went outside the restroom and drew some water to brush her teeth. Although it was over ten meters away, Xiao Niannian heard Zhang Mianmian speaking.

"Cousin Gu Yuan, Cousin Gu Jin, I really knew I was wrong yesterday. I sincerely apologize to you both; please forgive me, okay? My body was indeed feeling a bit unwell..."

Xiao Niannian laughed. Although she hadn't spent much time with her Older Brothers, they weren't the type of people who could be easily deceived by just anyone. It was impossible for Zhang Mianmian to use this opportunity to get close to and ingratiate herself with them.

After brushing her teeth and washing her face, Xiao Niannian returned to the carriage. "Younger sister, you sit here, I'll go buy breakfast. Would you like noodles or steamed buns?" "I want both." "Alright." Hearing her words, Gu Yuan agreed immediately.