Kung Fu Baby with 17 Doting Brothers-Chapter 401: Gu Yunmu: Bro, You’re So Frail

Tuanzi had never attended an auction before and originally thought it would be solemn and somber. But once she entered the venue, she glanced around and found nothing particularly special.

As for the attendees, there was nothing special about them either.

The little apprehension she felt instantly vanished.

She happily sat between her two brothers, waiting for the auction to start.

Soon enough, someone came over to greet Gu Qize.

After a while, someone else came over to greet Gu Qize.

Tuanzi observed carefully and noticed that these people didn’t really pay any attention to Gu Yunmu.

Seizing a moment, she whispered to him, "Yun Mu brother, why isn’t anyone greeting you? Don’t they know you?"

Gu Yunmu chuckled, "I’m not going to inherit the Runze Hotel Group, so why should they bother greeting me?"

Even though he started a business in college and opened a gaming company, which is now somewhat famous, in the eyes of some people, it’s not noteworthy. In comparison, approaching his big brother, who is destined to inherit the Runze Group, seems like the smarter move.

Tuanzi pouted unhappily, "That’s so... uh, how do I put it?"

"Sycophantic?"

"Yes, yes."

Gu Yunmu amusedly patted her hair bun, "That’s normal; everyone’s time is precious, so naturally, they choose to speak with those who can offer greater benefits. Besides, the old man is quite dissatisfied with me. He’s criticized me in front of the board several times, and such words surely spread."

Regardless, he’s still the second son of the chairman of the Runze Hotel Group, so there are still those who try to bet on him.

But seeing him grow up and expand the gaming company without ever joining the group, and with Gu Yu expressing dissatisfaction, those who wanted to bet on him have likely run to curry favor with his big brother.

Even so, Tuanzi isn’t happy with the blatant favoritism.

She sometimes wishes Gu Yunmu would talk less, but since both are her cousins and she likes them, she can’t stand seeing one being treated like air.

"At first, I thought this place was quite ordinary, but now with these people, it’s not ordinary at all—it’s annoying." She said gloomily.

Gu Yunmu laughed several times, rubbing her cheeks.

"It’s nice of you to care, but I’m already used to it."

Seeing her pout, he mischievously leaned in, "Oh, you like me so much? I must be truly excellent then!"

Tuanzi puffed her cheeks and glared at him.

Gu Yunmu grinned cheekily, "Don’t be shy; lots of people think I’m excellent."

Tuanzi placed a pudgy paw on his face, realizing her hand was too small, quickly used the other hand as well, both hands pressing his face to push him away.

"Don’t get so close!"

Gu Yunmu insisted on coming closer.

The siblings play-fought for a while, and Tuanzi had long forgotten what she was upset about earlier.

A few rows behind them, someone recognized them. Seeing Gu Yunmu actually playing around with a little girl, one person shook his head and lamented to a companion, "Chairman Gu was right not to choose him; he’s not steady at all, far worse than his brother."

Just as the words fell, the little girl suddenly turned her head, with her dark eyes staring at them, no expression on her face.

The group was startled, feeling as if the little girl was angry at them. They even felt the gaze of a beast, breaking out in a cold sweat.

After a while, the little girl turned her head back slowly.

The one who initially complained wiped the sweat off his forehead.

"Not feeling well lately," he awkwardly laughed it off, not willing to admit being scared by a child.

The companion was more direct, "Could that kid have heard what we said? We’re so far away, plus everyone here is talking."

The one who criticized Gu Yunmu said nothing, but he felt a bit anxious.

Having scared those people off, Tuanzi crossed her arms, mumbling quietly, "You’re the one who’s terrible, old and balding, with a greasy face, yet you call my brother terrible, hmph!"

Gu Yunmu’s company may not be large, but starting up in college and achieving this in just a few years after graduation is impressive. Could that balding man have achieved this in his youth?

Tuanzi muttered complaints, all on behalf of Gu Yunmu.

When Gu Yunmu came over cheekily, she scornfully pushed him away.

[Ancient Martial System: You’re quite contradictory.]

[Miaomiao: No! Absolutely not!]

The auction soon began.

The host not only introduced the history of each antique but also shared the legendary stories surrounding them.

Tuanzi listened with keen interest.

"This sister would definitely be popular telling stories, even if she weren’t an auction host."

As for who bought the antiques, she wasn’t too concerned; she couldn’t afford them anyway!

Perhaps absorbed by the stories, Tuanzi didn’t realize until the auction ended and people began exiting that Gu Qize had also made a purchase.

"Huh?"

Tuanzi was surprised, "It all seemed so expensive; Qize brother, do you really like antiques?"

Gu Yunmu snorted, "It’s surely for the old man; he never misses a chance to have you run errands."

Gu Qize glared at him, "Just something convenient."

Gu Yunmu turned his head, childishly covering his ears, indicating he didn’t want to hear, thinking the old man wouldn’t even let his brother rest.

Regarding her cousin buying an antique for his dad, Tuanzi found herself speechless.

But she was curious whether the purchase was paid for by Gu Qize or Uncle.

Gu Qize was silent for a moment, "I paid."

Tuanzi immediately gave a thumbs up, "Qize brother, you’re so good to your dad."

Gu Yunmu grudgingly chimed in, "Humph, spending so much to buy an antique for the old man, who not only won’t be touched but will take the opportunity to assign more tasks, doesn’t that make you angry? He doesn’t even see it as a gift."

Tuanzi nodded, "That’s indeed frustrating."

Spending money and time, only to receive an indifferent or even dissatisfied response from the recipient, surely feels terrible for the gift-giver. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

Tuanzi looked up at Gu Qize’s expressionless face, thought for a moment, and wiggled her finger at him.

"Hmm?"

The young CEO looked down at her, "What is it?"

"Hehe," Tuanzi grinned, "I just think Qize brother is too nice, ’the good man gets bullied’."

[Ancient Martial System: Is that phrase even appropriate here?]

Gu Qize also thought the description was odd.

"Pfft, ’the good man gets bullied’."

Gu Yunmu casually placed his hand on Ji Zhangzhuo’s shoulder, laughing so hard his face twisted.

"If the competitors heard that, they’d probably lose their appetite in anger."

Not mentioning the old man’s control over his brother or how dull his brother’s life had been, just normal business competition had those competitors cursing his brother as ’an old sly fox’ behind his back.

He looked up at Gu Qize’s darkened face, laughing uncontrollably, "Bro, you’re so kind and gentle."

Gu Qize clenched his fists.

If they weren’t in a public place, he’d use an iron fist to deal with his cheeky brother.