Are you crazy?! He accidentally flirted with a bigwig in Beijing's elite circles.

That night, Su Ta slept in Zhao Jinqian's room in the old house.

As long as she is by Zhao Jinqian's side, with him protecting her, she can live comfortably anywhere.

Seeing that the person was already asleep, Zhao Jinqian went over and covered her with a blanket.

Before going back to his room to rest, the old man asked him to go to the study, saying he had something to discuss with him.

After kissing Su Ta, he got up and left the room quietly.

In the study, the old man was sitting on the sofa brewing tea, and when he saw him come in, he only glanced at him.

Zhao Jinqian sat down opposite the old man and asked directly, "What do you want to tell me? Keep it simple, Tata is still waiting for me in the room."

Old Master Zhao gave a light snort, and instead of beating around the bush, asked directly.

"Aren't you being a bit too harsh on the Meng family?"

Zhao Jinqian glanced at the old man and said indifferently, "Meng Yiyao had thoughts she shouldn't have had. She dared to cause trouble at my engagement banquet, so she should have been prepared to be targeted by me."

Old Master Zhao frowned; he had heard about it from the Meng family.

But the Meng family didn't seem to know exactly what that girl had done.

It must have been his good son who did this.

"The Zhao and Meng families have been cooperating for so many years. Even if you don't care about the monk, you should at least consider the Buddha. Why don't you just let it go? I think that girl from the Meng family is scared now."

Zhao Jinqian leaned back on the sofa, crossed his legs, but his attitude showed no sign of softening.

"impossible."

Old Master Zhao paused, then narrowed his eyes.

"Isn't there any leniency or room for compromise?"

Zhao Jinqian's expression remained unchanged. "No."

After a few seconds of silence, Old Master Zhao sighed, "Never mind, after all, you're in charge of the Zhao family now."

"Is there anything else you want to say?"

When are you planning to get married?

"tomorrow."

"Register?"

"Yes."

Grandpa Zhao didn't object. After all, the girl was pregnant, and they couldn't let people say that the Zhao family had gotten pregnant before marriage.

Fortunately, they were already engaged, so even if she got pregnant, it would be perfectly legitimate.

The old man waved his hand, indicating that he could leave.

Zhao Jinqian slowly got up from the sofa. "You should get some rest."

The old man sighed as he watched his youngest son's departing figure.

When Zhao Jinqian returned to bed, Su Ta, as if sensing his presence, turned over and hugged his waist.

"Ah Jin~"

Zhao Jinqian patted her gently and said softly, "Yes, I'm here. Go to sleep."

Su Ta rubbed her head and fell asleep again.

She slept until the next morning, waking up naturally, which was naturally quite late.

The other side of the bed was also empty.

She sat up, yawned, picked up her phone and glanced at the time; it was already 8:30.

I slept so late in someone else's old house.

She quickly got out of bed to wash up, changed her clothes, and prepared to go downstairs.

But as soon as she stepped out of the room, she saw guests downstairs.

She didn't recognize one of them, but she recognized Meng Yiyao at a glance.

She squinted her eyes, crossed her arms, and stood quietly on the second floor, watching.

"Jinqian, you and Yaoyao grew up together. Even if she did something wrong, you shouldn't take it out on the entire Meng family, right?"

"Besides, I've already taught her a lesson, stripped her of her Meng Group shares, and will never let her set foot in the Meng family again. Why don't you calm down? Why make things a lose-lose situation?"

The person speaking should be the current head of the Meng family.

Moreover, judging from his words, they brought Meng Yiyao here today to apologize and express their stance.

And he also decided to abandon Meng Yiyao.

Su Ta glanced around. The uncle and aunt sat together in silence, while Zhao Jinqian sat on the other side, personally pouring tea and handing it to the person in charge of the Meng family.

"Uncle, people should always pay the price for their mistakes. You should all understand this basic principle."

The person in charge of the Meng family took the teacup and nodded repeatedly, then gave Meng Yiyao, who stood to the side with her head down and remained silent, a cold glance.

"That makes perfect sense, which is why I brought this unfilial daughter here today. Since she has done something wrong that has implicated the entire Meng family, Jinqian, whatever punishment you wish to give her, the Meng family will have no complaints!"

How come Meng Yiyao has become so thin and gaunt in such a short time?

Su Ta was shocked.

Although she disliked Meng Yiyao, she suddenly felt a little sorry for her situation.

So what if she comes from a better background than him?

She didn't have parents who cared for her as much as she did.

In this whole affair, the Meng family actually pushed a woman out to take the blame and resolve the problem.

She couldn't stand it anymore. What kind of thing is this!

"Ahem!" Su Ta suddenly coughed lightly.

Everyone below looked up.

Madam Zhao smiled and waved to her, "Tata, you're awake. Come down for breakfast. Take your time."

Good morning, uncles and aunts.

When Meng Yiyao heard her voice, she was stunned for a moment before stiffly raising her head to look at her.

Su Ta then saw her clearly; there was no trace of her previous beauty and outstanding appearance.

Meng Yiyao is now completely a pawn abandoned by her family.

Is he pitiful?

She is indeed pitiful, but she brought it all on herself.

She never intended to hide it from Zhao Jinqian for the rest of her life. Wouldn't it be better to give her a chance to confess and be lenient?

But she just loves to meddle in other people's business, and now look what's happened?

Meng Yiyao stood on the first floor looking at Su Ta on the second floor, her fists clenched.

In just half a month, she experienced a lot.

The person she once looked down upon most has become the one who can stand on high ground and look down on her.

Meng Yiyao lowered her head, her face pale, and clenched her fists.

If she could, she would never do such a stupid thing again.

She just hadn't expected Su Ta to have such great abilities, to be able to make a man so devoted to her.

If she had known the consequences of her actions, she would never have done it again.

Unfortunately, it's all too late.

All her affection and love for Zhao Jinqian vanished in his ruthless and merciless actions.

How could she fall in love with a man like that?

Why did she have to be so reckless as to provoke him?

But it's too late now; she can't let her own actions ruin the entire Meng family.

With the Zhao family targeting them, how can the Meng family maintain a foothold in Beijing for the long term?

Although she also hated the Meng family for their ruthlessness, she knew they hadn't done anything wrong, and they couldn't abandon the entire family and company just because of her.

"Third Brother, Miss Su, I'm sorry. It's all my fault. I shouldn't have interfered in your affairs. I know I was wrong, and I'm willing to apologize and admit my mistake. I beg you, Third Brother, to be magnanimous and let the Meng family off the hook. I will..."

Meng Yiyao closed her eyes briefly and said with difficulty, "I promise I will never appear in Beijing again."

But she was still unwilling to accept it. All her efforts over the years had been ruined by one thing.

She asked herself if it was worth it?

Is it really worth it for a man who has never cared about you?

The answer is no, but unfortunately she realized it too late.

But after she finished speaking, no one from the Zhao family responded.

Su Ta glanced at the Zhao family's attitude, and her heart warmed. She knew they were all there to support her.

She slowly walked down the stairs, glanced at Meng Yiyao, and sighed.

"Forget it, Jin. She didn't do anything heinous. She just liked you so much and wanted to fight for a chance for herself. It's not a big mistake. If I were in her shoes, I would probably do the same."