The Female Cannon Fodder With Boundless Merits-Chapter 63 - The Ordinary Girl Defeated by Vanity (13)

Chapter 63 -63: The Ordinary Girl Defeated by Vanity (13)

Chapter 63 -63: The Ordinary Girl Defeated by Vanity (13)

Cheng Bo’s name wasn’t just well-known at Jing University; his illustrious reputation had also spread to his own school and several other institutions around University City.

Now, many girls who were once infatuated with Cheng Bo’s good looks started to keep their distance.

No one wanted to get close to him, only to be labeled as uncultured.

Birds of a feather flock together, after all.

What had been a minor incident of unrequited love turned into a spectacle, all because he had previously boasted such loud and proud declarations.

There wasn’t a girl he couldn’t win over.

Many at Jinghua Engineering College couldn’t stand Cheng Bo, so when an opportunity arose to diss him, they didn’t hesitate to take it and overshadow his popularity.

With everyone passing the word along, Cheng Bo had indeed become a celebrity of sorts.

Yet his fame was tinged with infamy.

By the time Cheng Bo realized what was happening, the rumors were already boiling over, and he had no idea who was conspiring against him.

In the end, he directed all his anger toward Su Li.

If it hadn’t been for her public rejection, he wouldn’t be in this mess.

In Su Li’s opinion, he got what he deserved.

She saw right through him; Cheng Bo had deliberately confronted her on the busy street, banking on public embarrassment and peer pressure to coerce her into agreeing with him and achieving his goal.

So it’s okay for him to scheme against others but not for anyone to diss him?

Did he think his face was as big as the Pacific Ocean?

“Cheng Bo, you’ve met with an unexpected defeat this time… and to think even the girl smitten with your looks…”

A dormmate of Cheng Bo said half-mockingly, half-sarcastically.

Cheng Bo’s expression was constantly changing, his clouded mood evident, his fists clenched tightly at his side.

Forcing a smile, he said, “This girl is worthy of my attention; she’s got restraint. Do you think I’d care for a girl who can’t even walk straight at the sight of a man?”

Cheng Bo’s insinuation successfully made the other guy take offense.

“Humph… Now, everyone’s saying that all you have to show for yourself is your face.”

“Having something to show is not too bad, though….”

With a “bang,” the dormitory door was forcefully shut, and Cheng Bo and his roommate had a serious fallout.

In the quiet space that followed, only Cheng Bo was left.

His other roommates lived off-campus with their girlfriends, only occasionally returning, so the dorm meant for several became Cheng Bo’s alone. But he was far from happy.

They didn’t have to worry about their day-to-day lives, living off their family’s wealth, but he couldn’t afford that luxury.

Still, there were things they had that he lacked, weren’t there?

Otherwise, why would that roommate have gone out of his way to come back and mock him?

Thinking this, Cheng Bo couldn’t help feeling quite smug.

The freshman from Jing University must have had a momentary lapse in judgment; a few more encounters and she would surely come around.

Cheng Bo’s confidence was restored, and he decided he would show those who laughed at him just what he was made of.

Even though Cheng Bo managed to comfort himself, he was still harboring resentment toward Su Li. He was collecting grievances to be unleashed once his wishes were fulfilled.

While Cheng Bo was troubled by all the gossip, Su Li’s mood was exceptionally pleasant.

Not only had she received a full scholarship, but the article she had submitted to the newspaper had also been approved, with the advance payment soon to be deposited into her account.

University life offered far more freedom than high school, and Su Li had already achieved financial independence.

There were many ways Su Li could make money, but she chose to submit articles because she was lazy.

Anything that required too much energy was swiftly passed over by her; writing articles was the easiest.

Having experienced several worlds, Su Li lacked neither worldliness nor writing skills – she could easily whip up a few thousand words for an article.

And it was nothing short of fantastic.

The scholarship was saved up to cover basic living and study expenses.

When she received her manuscript fee, Su Li quickly tidied up and took several thousand red notes straight to the bustling city center.

Several thousand yuan may not be considered a lot, but for a student, it was no small sum.

Previously, Su Li truly adored beautiful things, especially those that sparkled and were so attractive that they stopped her in her tracks.

In her past life, “Su Li” after earning some money, splurged on many things she liked but unfortunately, she had poor taste. Dressed head-to-toe in luxury brands, she not only failed to enhance her own temperament, but on the contrary, she exuded a tacky vibe.

Every high-end piece of clothing or accessory she put on seemed like it was cheaply hunted down from a street stall.

However, none of these problems existed for the current Su Li.

Instead of choosing those well-known big-name brands, Su Li opted for a very niche label.

This brand focused on minimalism and advocated for a return to nature.

Though niche, the price tag was still hefty.

Just a shirt and three-quarter pants cost two-thirds of her manuscript fee, and over four thousand yuan vanished in an instant.

Su Li didn’t hesitate to change into the new clothes right there in the mall; indeed, the feel of high-quality fabric on the skin was different.

Now, she couldn’t bear the thought of reverting to her old clothes – it felt like disdain.

Indeed, it’s easy to go from simplicity to luxury, but the reverse is an incredibly tough challenge.

After a while, she felt something was off about her shoes no matter how she looked at them.

Her once clean canvas shoes were showing signs of wear, and they mismatched her outfit terribly.

It was like comparing the contrast between a rich young master and a beggar boy.

Quite shabby…

And so, the last of her money was spent.

A simple pair of grey and white canvas flats replaced the old ones.

Su Li’s pockets were completely empty now.

As she walked out of the mall, she felt a profound reluctance to leave the thrill of spending money behind.

Dressed head-to-toe in new clothes, Su Li caught the gaze of many passersby.

This get-up, though simple, became a classic when taken to the extreme.

Paired with Su Li’s indifferent yet subtly fragrant temperament, it was quite eye-catching.

Su Li’s features weren’t striking, but she possessed a distinct charm.

And this outfit elevated that charm to a new peak.

If one had to describe it, it would be the immediate sense of a “sophisticated face.”

It felt very upscale…

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The first floor of the mall was dedicated to jewelry. Su Li could ignore the many eyes on her, but she couldn’t overlook the stunningly brilliant jewels beckoning her from the display cases.

Still, she didn’t have enough money…

Su Li gazed longingly at a bracelet adorned with stars in the showcase window.

Just as she was spellbound, a sudden male voice interrupted her thoughts.

“Hello, beautiful. May I take a few photos of you?”

Following the direction of the voice, a man in his thirties with long hair and a full beard stood before her.

His eyes shone like lit bulbs, firmly fixed on Su Li.