After I died, they cried in the live studio

Yi Shuqi was so angry at Sang Jiuyue's words that her face turned red. Her body was shaking slightly, and tears were welling up in her eyes. She turned her head and looked at Chu Ling and said, "Chu Ling, is what she said true?" Chu Ling sighed helplessly and said, "Shuqi, don't listen to her nonsense. Things are not what you think." Yi Shuqi shook her head and said, "I don't want to hear your explanation, I only believe what I saw." With that, Yi Shuqi turned and ran away, leaving Chu Ling and Sang Jiuyue standing there, looking embarrassed.

Seeing this, Nancy quickly chased after him. She found Yi Shuqi in a corner of the mall. Yi Shuqi was squatting on the ground, hugging her knees, crying silently. Nancy gently patted Yi Shuqi on the shoulder and said, "Shuqi, don't be sad. Maybe this is just a misunderstanding. We should calm down and find out the truth of the matter." Yi Shuqi raised her head, looked at Nancy, and said tearfully, "Nancy, what should I do? I feel like my life is a mess." Nancy helped Yi Shuqi up and said, "Let's go, find a place to sit down and talk slowly."

Nancy took Yi Shuqi to a coffee shop in the mall, and they found a quiet corner to sit down. Nancy ordered a latte for Yi Shuqi and a cappuccino for herself. She looked at Yi Shuqi and said, "Shuqi, drink some coffee first and calm down. Then we will think about what to do next." Yi Shuqi nodded, picked up the coffee cup, and took a sip.

Nancy thought for a moment and said, "Shu Qi, I think we should first find Chu Ling and find out what the relationship between him and Sang Jiuyue is. Maybe they are just ordinary friends, but their behavior today was a little intimate, which led to our misunderstanding." Yi Shuqi shook her head and said, "Nancy, do you think this may just be a misunderstanding? When I saw them together, they didn't look like ordinary friends." Nancy sighed and said, "I know you are very sad now, but we can't give up so easily. After all, you and Chu Ling have a child, you are a family."

Yi Shuqi was silent for a while and said, "Nancy, I know you are doing this for my own good, but I am really confused now and I don't know how to face Chu Ling." Nancy held Yi Shuqi's hand and said, "Shuqi, you have to be strong. No matter what happens, I will be by your side to support you. Let's calm down first and wait for Chu Ling to come over and give us an explanation."

At this moment, Chu Ling hurried into the cafe. He looked around and saw Yi Shuqi and Nancy, so he walked over quickly. He sat down in front of Yi Shuqi and said with a guilty look on his face: "Shuqi, I'm sorry, I made you misunderstand." Yi Shuqi didn't say anything, just looked at him coldly.

Chu Ling went on to say, "That woman is my business partner. We agreed to meet at the mall today to discuss an important project. She has a bold personality and her actions may have been a bit excessive, but I really don't have any improper relationship with her." After listening to Chu Ling's explanation, Yi Shuqi's anger subsided a little, but she was still a little suspicious.

Nancy said, "Chu Ling, are you telling the truth? Don't lie to us." Chu Ling looked at Nancy and said seriously, "Nancy, how could I lie to you? I'm telling the truth. Shu Qi and I have a child. I cherish our family and I won't do anything to let Shu Qi down."

Yi Shuqi was silent for a while, then said, "Chu Ling, I hope what you said is true. I don't want this matter to affect our family. But I also hope that you can keep your distance from her in the future and don't let me have any misunderstandings." Chu Ling nodded quickly and said, "Shu Qi, don't worry. I will pay attention in the future."

After this business incident, the relationship between Yi Shuqi and Chu Ling became a little delicate. Although Yi Shuqi forgave Chu Ling on the surface, she still felt a little uncomfortable. She began to pay more attention to Chu Ling's whereabouts and the people around him, and Chu Ling also felt the changes in Yi Shuqi. He tried hard to repair their relationship and let the family return to the warmth and happiness before.

In the following days, Chu Ling tried to reduce his contact with the woman and put more time and energy on his family. He would take the initiative to accompany Yi Shuqi shopping, watching movies, playing games and doing homework with the children. Slowly, Yi Shuqi's doubts gradually dissipated, and the family atmosphere gradually returned to its former harmony.

However, life is always full of uncertainties. Just when Yi Shuqi thought everything was over, she found some clues, which made her fall into confusion and anxiety again. How should she face it this time? Should she choose to believe Chu Ling or continue to investigate? Her heart is full of struggles and contradictions, and her choice will determine her and Chu Ling's future...

Yi Shuqi sat in the corner of the coffee shop, her fingers unconsciously rubbing the edge of the coffee cup, her eyes full of doubt and contemplation. She couldn't figure it out, shouldn't the name Sang Jiuyue have disappeared from their lives long ago? Chu Ling had clearly cut off contact with her last time, but now they were seen together intimately in the mall. What secrets were hidden in this?
Various scenes from the past kept appearing in her mind. In the past, Chu Ling and Sang Jiuyue's relationship was a hot topic. Although Yi Shuqi was also upset at that time, she thought that since Chu Ling had made a choice, she also tried hard to let go of the past and run the family again for the sake of the child. However, the scene in front of her was like a heavy hammer, hitting the fragile trust she had just established.

Yi Shuqi took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. She turned to look at Nancy and said with a trembling voice: "Nancy, what on earth is going on? Wasn't Sang Jiuyue abandoned by Chu Ling? How come she suddenly appears again and is so close to him? There must be something wrong here." Her eyes revealed a trace of anxiety and helplessness, as if at this moment, she was trapped in a huge mystery again and didn't know how to solve it.

Nancy frowned, took a sip of coffee, thought for a moment and said, "I find it strange too. Maybe Chu Ling is hiding something from us, or Sang Jiuyue has come up with some new way to get close to him. In any case, we can't just sit back and do nothing." A hint of determination flashed in Nancy's eyes. She knew that as a good friend of Yi Shuqi, she had to give her support and help at this time.

Yi Shuqi nodded slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of determination. She knew that for the sake of her family and her children, she couldn't let this matter go easily. She had to find out what happened between Chu Ling and Sang Jiuyue, and what secrets they were hiding from her.

"Nancy, you're right. I can't be kept in the dark like this. I want to find Chu Ling and find out why he wanted to meet with Sang Jiuyue and whether there is any connection between them." Yi Shuqi clenched her fists tightly, as if to cheer herself up.

Nancy looked at Yi Shuqi, patted her shoulder gently, and said, "Okay, I'll go with you to find Chu Ling. No matter what happens, I'll be by your side to support you."

Yi Shuqi looked at Nancy gratefully, and a warm current surged in her heart. At this critical moment, having a good friend like Nancy by her side made her feel extremely relieved.

So, Yi Shuqi and Nancy left the cafe and walked towards Chu Ling's company. Along the way, Yi Shuqi's mood was very complicated. She was afraid to hear Chu Ling's explanation, but she also wanted to get a reasonable answer. She didn't know if she could control her emotions when she faced Chu Ling, and if she could listen to him calmly.

At this time, Chu Ling was busy with work in the company. He had no idea that Yi Shuqi and Nancy had discovered his meeting with Sang Jiuyue, and he had no idea that a storm was about to fall on him. He was still immersed in his plan, thinking that he could quietly solve the problem between him and Sang Jiuyue, but he didn't know that Yi Shuqi had seen all of this.

When Yi Shuqi and Nancy came to Chu Ling's company, Chu Ling's secretary told them that Chu Ling was in a meeting in the conference room. Yi Shuqi didn't say anything, but just sat quietly in Chu Ling's office, waiting for his meeting to end. There was a hint of determination in her eyes. She knew that this time, she must get an answer, an answer that would make her feel at ease.

Nancy sat next to Yi Shuqi and gently held her hand, giving her strength and support. They waited quietly, as if time had frozen at this moment. Chu Ling in the conference room had no idea what he was about to face...

The afternoon sun lazily sprinkled every corner of the cafe, and soft jazz music slowly flowed in the air, adding a bit of leisure and tranquility to this small space. Sang Jiuyue sat alone by the window, her fingers unconsciously stroking the edge of the coffee cup, her eyes looking through the glass into the distance, but her eyes were empty and confused, her thoughts had already drifted back to that unforgettable day.

She clearly remembered that it was in a busy shopping mall, in a crowded aisle, she was confronting Chu Ling, with her delicate makeup but unable to hide the eagerness and cunning in her eyes. The noisy voices around her seemed to be isolated in another world, and in her world there was only Chu Ling and the "victory" that was about to be achieved.

"Chu Ling, don't force me to reveal those things," Sang Jiuyue raised her chin slightly, with a hint of threat in her eyes, "I have done so many unknown jobs for you. Even if I have no credit, I have worked hard, right? Now I am short of money. If you don't give me some money, I guarantee that those scandals will spread all over the city tomorrow." Her voice was not loud, but it sounded like a thorn in Chu Ling's side.

Chu Ling frowned, with a hint of anger and helplessness in his eyes. He knew that what Sang Jiuyue said was true. Once the secrets she knew were leaked, the image and career he had worked hard to build over the years would be severely damaged. He gritted his teeth and whispered, "How much do you want?"

Sang Jiuyue raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a smug smile: "Not much, 500,000. This amount of money is just a drop in the bucket for you."

Chu Ling secretly hated it, but the situation was pressing, so he had to respond: "Okay, I'll give you the money. But you must promise to disappear cleanly after taking the money, and never bother me again."

While they were bargaining, Nancy and Yi Shuqi walked over hand in hand. Yi Shuqi was wearing a beige knitted dress with a pair of simple black flat shoes, and her hair was casually tied behind her head, looking gentle and elegant. Nancy was wearing a fashionable casual suit with neat short hair, exuding a confident atmosphere.

Yi Shuqi looked up inadvertently, and her face turned pale in an instant. Her eyes were fixed on Chu Ling and Sang Jiuyue, and her body trembled slightly involuntarily. Nancy noticed her strangeness and looked in the direction of her gaze. She couldn't help but widen her eyes, her face full of disbelief: "Isn't this Chu Ling and Sang Jiuyue? How could they be together?"

Yi Shuqi bit her lips and clenched her hands into fists, her nails almost digging into her flesh. She never thought that she and Nancy would run into such a scene when they went out shopping. In her mind, Chu Ling had already lost contact with Sang Jiuyue, but now it seems that things are far from that simple.

Chu Ling also noticed something was wrong. He turned around and saw Yi Shuqi and Nancy. A trace of panic flashed across his face. He subconsciously let go of Sang Jiuyue's hand and stammered, "Shuqi, Nancy, why are you here?"

Sang Jiuyue seemed to want to make the situation even more embarrassing. She sneered and said, "Oh, isn't this Yi Shuqi? What, do you feel uncomfortable seeing me and Chu Ling together?" Her eyes were full of provocation and complacency, as if she was satisfied that she could cause Yi Shuqi's emotional fluctuations.

Yi Shuqi took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. She looked straight at Chu Ling and asked, "Chu Ling, what's going on? Didn't you say that you have nothing to do with her anymore?" Although her voice was relatively steady, the slightly trembling ending still revealed her inner anger and grievance.

Chu Ling opened his mouth, wanting to explain, but he didn't know where to start. He looked at Nancy for help, hoping that she could help ease the atmosphere, but Nancy just looked at him coldly, her eyes full of disappointment and dissatisfaction.

Sang Jiuyue was relentless and continued, "Yi Shuqi, don't be so naive. Chu Ling is not as simple as you see. You will never understand what happened between him and me."

Yi Shuqi could no longer hold back her anger, she rushed forward, raised her hand and wanted to slap Sang Jiuyue, but in mid-air, her hand was tightly grasped by Chu Ling. "Shuqi, don't be impulsive, things are not what you think." Chu Ling said anxiously.

Yi Shuqi shook Chu Ling's hand away with all her strength, tears welling up in her eyes: "Let me go! What the hell are you two doing?"

At this time, some onlookers had gathered around, pointing and whispering. Seeing this, Nancy quickly stepped forward and grabbed Yi Shuqi, saying, "Shuqi, let's leave here first, don't embarrass ourselves here." After that, she took Yi Shuqi and turned around and walked away quickly.

Chu Ling wanted to chase after her, but was stopped by Sang Jiuyue: "Chu Ling, don't forget, you haven't paid me yet." Chu Ling glared at her fiercely and said, "Don't worry, I will give it to you. But if you dare to provoke Shu Qi again, I will never let you go."

Sang Jiuyue snorted disdainfully: "I'm not afraid of you. However, for the sake of money, I won't bother her for the time being." Chu Ling looked at the direction where Yi Shuqi and Nancy left, his heart full of regret and self-blame. He knew that this incident had caused great damage to his relationship with Yi Shuqi, and it would probably not be easy to repair it. And all of this stemmed from his past unknown secrets and wrong choices.

When Sang Jiuyue thought of this, the fire of jealousy in her heart burned again. She didn't understand why Chu Ling could treat Yi Shuqi so tenderly and caringly, but was always so cold and ruthless to herself. She had obviously given so much to him, even doing things that went against her conscience, but in the end she got nothing. She held the coffee cup tightly, her knuckles turned white because of the force, as if she wanted to crush the cup to vent her resentment.

"Yi Shuqi, what's so good about you?" Sang Jiuyue murmured to herself, her voice full of resentment and anger, "Is it because you have a child? Chu Ling would abandon me without hesitation for you." Tears flashed in her eyes, but they were not tears of sadness, but tears distorted by jealousy and resentment.

She recalled the day in the mall when Yi Shuqi was wearing plain clothes but still attracted Chu Ling's attention. However, she dressed up carefully and wore expensive brand-name clothes, but Chu Ling avoided her like the plague. This sharp contrast made her feel extremely humiliated and angry. Her heart was filled with hatred for Yi Shuqi and disappointment in Chu Ling.

"Chu Ling, you will pay the price for your choice." Sang Jiuyue gritted her teeth and said, with a look of determination in her eyes. She knew that she couldn't let them go so easily. She wanted to let Chu Ling know how wrong it was to abandon her. Even if she couldn't get Chu Ling's love, she wanted to make his life uneasy and make him regret his actions for the rest of his life.

Sang Jiuyue sat in the coffee shop, immersed in her own hatred and jealousy, and didn't notice the strange looks from people around her. Her world had been occupied by hatred, and there was no room for anything else. She didn't know what to do next, but she knew that she must make Chu Ling and Yi Shuqi pay the price for their "happiness", even if it meant that both of them would perish together.

Sang Jiuyue held the check for 500,000 yuan in her arms and walked towards the Sang family mansion. The mansion was vast and luxurious, but it was still mottled with time. The European-style carved gate was a little old, and the family emblem on the top of the gate had faded. The surrounding walls were tall and covered with dark green ivy, as if silently witnessing the rise and fall of the family.

She stood in front of the door, carefully adjusted her clothes and makeup, making sure every detail was perfect, and then tried to adjust her expression to make herself look particularly sincere and well-behaved. After a pause, she raised her hand gracefully and knocked on the door. The crisp sound of the knocker hitting the door echoed in front of this quiet mansion, with a different kind of dullness.

Soon, the door slowly opened, and a middle-aged man in a dark suit appeared at the door. He was the chairman of the Sang family, Sang Jiuyue's adoptive father. He used to be very successful in the business world, but now he was hit by the torrent of fate, and his face was full of fatigue and vicissitudes. But even so, the depths of his eyes still hid the perseverance and wisdom after experiencing the hardships of the business world. The moment he saw Sang Jiuyue, a trace of kindness flashed in his eyes unconsciously.

"Ji Yue, why are you back?" The chairman's voice was low and magnetic, with a bit of doubt and concern.

Sang Jiuyue's eyes immediately became red and full of tears. She quickly threw herself into her adoptive father's arms and said with a just the right tremor in her voice: "Father, I am an unfilial daughter. I have not been by your side for a long time and made you worry. I have been running around outside these days and have experienced countless hardships and obstacles, but I miss you and our family all the time. Now, I have finally got this money with the help of some friends and a lot of hard work. Although the amount is limited, this is also the sincere heart of my daughter. I only hope to lend a helping hand to you, father, so that our Sang family can regain its former glory as soon as possible." After that, she respectfully handed the check to her adoptive father with both hands. The expression on her face was pious and gentle, but in the deepest part of her eyes, there was a hint of imperceptible cunning and eagerness.

The chairman took the check, his eyes lingered on the amount on it for a moment, and a look of surprise appeared on his face: "Where... where did this money come from?" The chairman's eyes instantly became as sharp as an eagle. After years of working in the business world, he was highly alert to anything unusual. This huge sum of money that appeared out of nowhere naturally aroused his deep suspicion.

Sang Jiuyue lowered her head slightly to avoid her adoptive father's sharp gaze, and said softly with a slightly choked voice: "Father, don't ask. This is what I earned through some special coincidences and my own hard work. I encountered too many difficulties and setbacks in the process, but as long as I think about doing something practical for our family, I think it's all worth it. Please accept it. With this money as a foundation, I believe that with your outstanding talents and rich experience, you will be able to lead our Sang family gradually out of the predicament and regain our former glory." As she spoke, she quietly raised her eyes to observe the changes in her adoptive father's expression. Her hands unconsciously clasped together, showing a look of nervousness and expectation, but in fact her heart was beating like a deer, and she was extremely afraid that her adoptive father would see through her lies.

The chairman stared at her deeply and didn't speak for a long time. In this long and suffocating silence, Sang Jiuyue felt her heartbeat getting faster and faster, as if it was about to burst through her chest. She tried her best to restrain her inner panic, desperately maintaining the pitiful expression on her face, and quietly waiting for her adoptive father's response.

Finally, the chairman sighed slightly and said earnestly: "Ji Yue, I know you have always been a sensible child, and I understand that you have worried a lot about this family. Since you insist so much, father will accept the money this time. However, you must remember that our Sang family has inherited honesty and integrity from generation to generation. No matter when and where, we must do things openly and with a clear conscience. Never lose yourself for the sake of temporary interests and take the crooked path." There was some helplessness and deep expectations in the chairman's voice. Although he still had many questions about the source of the money in his heart, looking at Sang Ji Yue's lovable appearance, he really couldn't bear to ask too many questions, and finally chose to believe her this time.

Sang Jiuyue was secretly delighted when she heard her adoptive father's words, and a brilliant and charming smile immediately appeared on her face: "Father, don't worry! Your daughter will definitely remember your teachings and will redouble her efforts in the future to go all out for the revival of our Sang family, no matter what." Her tone was firm and powerful, as if at this moment, she really became the savior of the family. However, behind this firmness, she was further carefully planning her future plans. She secretly thought that with this money as start-up capital, plus her adoptive father's trust in her, she could gradually expand her sphere of influence in the family and seek more personal gains. As for the real revival of the family, in her eyes it was just a cover that could be used.

The chairman carefully put the check into his jacket pocket, then patted Sang Jiuyue on the shoulder: "Good boy, come in first. You must be tired from the journey. Go back to your room and have a rest. We'll discuss the specific use of this money in detail later." There was a hint of relief in the chairman's eyes. Although the pressure of life made him physically and mentally exhausted, seeing Sang Jiuyue being so "filial and sensible", a warm current surged in his heart, as if he saw a ray of hope for the future of the Sang family.

Sang Jiuyue nodded obediently and followed his adoptive father into the mansion. The courtyard in the mansion was spacious and grand, but it was a little desolate and messy now. The bushes that were once carefully trimmed grew wantonly, the fountain in the center had dried up, and the bottom of the pool was covered with fallen leaves and moss. Walking into the hall, the decoration inside the house was luxurious but also exuded an old-fashioned atmosphere. The huge crystal chandelier was covered with a thin layer of dust, and the precious Persian carpet had lost its former bright colors. The oil paintings by famous artists hanging on the walls looked a little gloomy in the dim light. Sang Jiuyue looked around, and a trace of disgust surged in her heart, but she remained calm on the surface, still maintaining that well-behaved and lovely appearance.

The chairman sat on a leather sofa in the middle of the hall and motioned Sang Jiyue to sit down. He looked at Sang Jiyue with a look of love and concern: "Jiyue, tell your father what you have been through outside during this period of time?" The chairman's voice was gentle and kind. He was eager to learn more about his daughter's life, but he did not expect that Sang Jiyue had already woven countless perfect lies in her heart.

Sang Jiuyue pursed her lips slightly, and a hint of imperceptible panic flashed across her eyes, but she quickly calmed down and began to tell a carefully fabricated story. The story was full of the hardships she had suffered in order to make money, as well as her deep longing for her family and endless guilt. Her words were vivid and touching, and the expression on her face kept changing as the story progressed, sometimes sad and sometimes resolute and strong, as if she was really a filial daughter who could sacrifice everything for her family.

The chairman listened quietly, nodding his head from time to time to show his agreement, his eyes revealing heartache and emotion. He didn't realize that everything Sang Jiuyue said was just a fictitious lie, a scam she carefully designed to cover up her greed and selfishness. In the eyes of the chairman, Sang Jiuyue has always been the well-behaved daughter he has loved and placed high hopes on since childhood, and the rising star of hope for the Sang family.

Unconsciously, night fell quietly, and the light in the hall became dimmer. The chairman stood up, pressed the switch on the wall, and lit up several gorgeous wall lamps. The light was soft and bright, illuminating the entire hall, reflecting on the faces of the two people, outlining clear outlines and light and shadows.

"Ji Yue, it's getting late, you should go back to your room and get some rest. Tomorrow we will plan the future development direction of our family." There was a hint of fatigue in the chairman's voice, but more of it was a longing and expectation for the future.

Sang Jiuyue stood up and bowed respectfully to her adoptive father: "Okay, father. You should also go to bed early. I'll take my leave." After that, she turned around and slowly walked up the stairs.

Returning to her room, Sang Jiuyue gently closed the door, leaned against it and took a long breath. A smug smile appeared on her face, and she thought to herself: "The first step of the plan went so smoothly, and now it depends on how I can achieve my goal step by step." She walked to the window, opened the curtains, and looked at the dark night sky outside the window. Greed and desire flashed in her eyes, as if the whole world was under her control.

At this time, the chairman downstairs was sitting on the sofa, holding the check in his hand, looking at it again and again, but the doubts in his heart could not be shaken off. He always felt that the origin of the money was a little strange, but he really couldn't think of what Sang Jiuyue would do out of the ordinary. He frowned slightly and fell into deep thought...

In the old-fashioned study room of the Sang family mansion, the lights flickered like candlelight, and the dim light barely illuminated the surroundings. The carved windows were closed, and the heavy curtains tightly isolated the outside world, making the whole room seem to be shrouded in a layer of oppressive haze. The furnishings in the room were simple and solemn. Rows of tall bookshelves were filled with various ancient books and business books. A large desk was placed in the middle of the room, piled with documents and materials, as if telling the glory and busyness of this family in the past.

The chairman of the Sang family sat quietly on the armchair behind the desk. His posture was slightly hunched, and the traces of time carved deep wrinkles on his face. His hair was gray, and his eyes revealed fatigue and loneliness, as if carrying countless vicissitudes and stories. His hands rested weakly on the armrests, and his fingers trembled slightly. The check for 500,000 yuan in front of him was like a hot potato, which made him feel uneasy for a long time.

After a long time, he slowly raised his head, looking forward with empty eyes, as if he could see through the wall and see the complicated years in the past. "My biological daughter Sang Shuwan," he said softly, his voice low and hoarse, with endless sadness and helplessness, "Now we have come to this point, and have become enemies." Every word he uttered seemed to carry a thousand pounds of weight, echoing in this silent room, hitting his already broken heart.

His thoughts involuntarily drifted back to many years ago, when Sang Shuwan was still an innocent little girl. Her smile was like a flower blooming in spring, bright and warm, always able to dispel his fatigue and pressure from struggling in the business world. When he came home, she would happily run over and throw herself into his arms, calling him "Dad" affectionately, and her childish voice seemed to be the most beautiful music in the world. Her eyes were bright and clear, full of curiosity about the world and dependence on her family. She was the apple of the Sang family's eye and the softest existence in his heart.

However, the trajectory of fate has deviated inadvertently. As Sang Shuwan grew up, some subtle changes began to appear in her. The once lively and cheerful little girl became taciturn, and her eyes often revealed an elusive expression. The chairman noticed the changes in his daughter, but he was busy with the family business and thought it was just a stage of emotion in the child's growth process, so he didn't pay too much attention to it.

Until one day, a series of unexpected changes hit the Sang family like a storm. The family business began to encounter frequent problems, some important business secrets were leaked, partners withdrew their capital, and the company's stock price plummeted. The Sang family fell into an unprecedented crisis, and the former glory seemed to be just a passing cloud, fleeting.

While investigating these issues, the chairman was shocked to find that all the clues pointed to his beloved daughter Sang Shuwan. He couldn't believe his eyes and ears, and couldn't connect the once cute little girl with the series of conspiracies in front of him. But the facts were in front of him and could not be doubted.

It turned out that for some reason, Sang Shuwan's heart was already filled with hatred. She had deliberately planned all this just to take revenge on the Sang family. She used her special status in the family to secretly collude with competitors and leaked the Sang family's business secrets bit by bit. Watching the family gradually decline in her hands, there was no mercy or guilt in her eyes, only the pleasure of revenge.

The chairman recalled the scene at that time, and the pain in his heart came like a surging tide. He tried to communicate with Sang Shuwan, wanting to find out why all this happened, and wanting to restore the family relationship between them. But Sang Shuwan was cold to him, with disgust and disdain in his eyes, as if he was a stranger, or even an enemy. At that moment, his heart was completely cold, he knew that the daughter he once loved deeply had disappeared, replaced by a stranger whose heart was twisted by hatred.

"She actually did those heinous things for revenge, destroying the Sang family's business by any means, and almost destroyed our century-old family." The chairman's voice trembled slightly, and there was a spark of anger in his eyes, but behind this anger, there was more deep pain and confusion. He really couldn't figure out what kind of hatred could make a person so cruel that he would destroy his family and relatives.

Over the years, he never stopped looking for Sang Shuwan's whereabouts. He sent out countless private detectives to investigate all over the country and even abroad, but she seemed to have disappeared without leaving any clues. Every hopeful search ended in disappointment, which made him even more painful and tormented.

"Now, Jiyue is the only one left by my side." The chairman said softly, with a hint of helplessness and self-comfort in his tone. His eyes slowly moved to the photo of Sang Jiyue placed beside him. In the photo, Sang Jiyue had a sweet smile and a clever look in her eyes. He thought of every little detail of Sang Jiyue's daily life. Although she was sometimes willful and impulsive, in his eyes, she was always the child who needed his protection and guidance. When the family was facing difficulties, she was still by his side, never leaving him, which made him feel a little warm and comforted.

"Perhaps, this is fate's arrangement." The chairman sighed, slowly stood up, and walked to the window. He gently stretched out his hand, wanting to open the curtains, but stopped in mid-air. He was afraid to see the dark night sky outside the window, afraid to face this endless darkness and unknown, just like he was afraid to face the current predicament of the Sang family and the confusion of the future.

But in the end, he still mustered up the courage and slowly pulled open a corner of the curtain. The night outside was as dark as ink, without a trace of starlight, only the lights of the distant city were flickering, which seemed so far away and unreal. He looked at the silent night sky outside the window and swore in his heart: "No matter what, I can't let the Sang family decline like this. Even in the face of betrayal by my own daughter, I will stick to it. For the honor and dignity of the family, even if the road ahead is full of thorns, I will go on without hesitation..." (End of this chapter)