Mrs. Fu, please be mindful of the appropriate boundaries.

"I don't want to look repulsive." Xu Qingcheng took a deep breath. Let's not talk about feelings. Business is business. Deception and treachery are normal. How to use the thirty-six stratagems is up to you.

Whether she can protect this prosperous era or not is her own business.

He didn't need to show her any mercy, and she wouldn't feel conflicted about her husband, who would scheme against her like this.

Everything returns to its original state.

Fu Jingting sat in the car, cigarette ash flicking out of the window and scattering into the air.

All the tenderness and affection have vanished like smoke; now, all that remains between them is their business entanglement.

The man stared intently ahead, then finally stubbed out his cigarette, and the black van drove away from the residential area.

The first thing Tang Kejia did upon landing in Ancheng was to contact the media, presenting a well-reasoned timeline to clarify that she had simply gone to Fu Jingting's room to change her dirty clothes.

There was no one else in the room at the time; her father was discussing business with Fu Jingting in the hotel's coffee shop.

To save time, she didn't wait for the clothes delivered by the hotel, but instead borrowed Fu Jingting's clothes, and that was all.

The hotel's video footage recorded the two people's entry and exit times. If you do not believe her statement, you can verify it with the hotel.

Since this news was released, no one has come forward to clarify it. Amid the power struggle among various parties, the news's popularity has only increased.

With the news of Fu Jingting and Xu Qingcheng's wedding being canceled, this news story has essentially come to an end.

The onlookers understood that the news wasn't entirely unfounded, but they were still unsure whether the man or woman had cheated first.

But no one came forward to explain the issue, and the hype gradually died down.

Tang Kejia's explanation was a clarification, but the timing of the clarification was particularly strange. She didn't clarify when she should have, and her actions only reignited everyone's interest when the hype had died down.

Inevitably, Xu Qingcheng and Ye Tinghong were dragged into the spotlight again, with even questions raised about the father of the child Xu Qingcheng miscarried.

The discussion was heated, and rumors spread like wildfire. Everyone said that Xu Qingcheng had a bewitching face and looked restless. Sure enough, she was having an affair with her ex-lover and had given Fu Jingting a particularly cuckolded horns.

Fu Hongxin clicked his tongue twice as he looked at the news. "Tang Kejia's methods are truly brilliant. Her earnest explanation for Fu Jingting has only strengthened their cooperation."

Fu Hongxin looked at Ye Tinghong sitting opposite him, "You yourself said that the Tang family of Jincheng is our breakthrough point, so what's the point of playing this game?"

Ye Tinghong's expression was somber in the lamplight. "That's not necessarily true."

"How so?"

"Stay calm and wait a moment."

Ye Tinghong didn't explain. He was betting on Fu Jingting's attitude. It could be said that Tang Kejia had set a trap, which allowed them to see clearly what Fu Jingting was going to do next.

"Have you reached an agreement with Xu Qingcheng?" Fu Hongxin asked him, as they urgently needed Shengshi to play a role in this.

"She's more wary of me than trusting me." Ye Tinghong glanced at Fu Hongxin. "Do you have evidence of Qingyao's innocence?"

"Yes, there is." Fu Hongxin looked at him with interest. "Are you sure you want me to take it out? Then your brother will be finished. For perjury, Ye Chengnian will also be implicated."

Fu Hongxin smiled strangely, looking at Ye Tinghong's darkening face. He patted the man's shoulder, "Find a way to get Xu Qingcheng to cooperate with us. Don't worry, we're partners. I can't watch the Ye family head towards their doom."

After Ye Tinghong finished his drink, the man stroked the tattoo on his hand. He slowly lowered his hand and said, "Fu Jingting is still supporting Shengshi. Qingcheng will not compromise unless she is pushed to the brink."

"That's easy." Fu Hongxin's lips curled up. "I didn't really care whether Shengshi lived or died. I didn't do anything because dealing with Fu Jingting was pointless, and small-scale attacks wouldn't work on him. However, if you need to, stabbing Shengshi in the back is much better than stabbing Fu Jingting directly."

Ye Tinghong didn't say anything more. He came out of the Golden Domain Charm. The night was cool and still. He couldn't help but dial Xu Qingcheng's number.

I just wanted to hear her voice.

Unfortunately, the call was cut off after two beeps.

Tang Kejia glanced at the phone Xu Qingcheng had hung up, then gracefully sipped her tea. "Miss, you can answer the call if you need to."

Xu Qingcheng raised her eyelids and glanced at her. "Miss Tang, please speak frankly. You didn't invite me out just for tea and music, did you?"

Tang Kejia was dressed in a stylish professional outfit, as was Xu Qingcheng. Even though they weren't wearing the same clothes, when women with similar styles are together, whoever is prettier wins.

When it comes to women, never just talk about their temperament.

A pretty face, a great figure, and a charming personality are all pluses.

Needless to say, Xu Qingcheng completely outclassed Tang Kejia.

But so what? In Tang Kejia's eyes, Xu Qingcheng had already lost. The wedding was canceled, and she even had to abort her child. This was an unexpected joy.

But no matter how happy she was inside, she couldn't show it on her face; she wasn't there to show off.

Tang Kejia found it strange that since the incident, Fu Jingting had not called her once to inquire about the two of them, nor had he asked her to testify or clarify, nor had he provided any video footage from the hotel.

In short, no clarification.

There was even a hint that she wanted to steer public opinion in this direction. Otherwise, Tang Kejia wouldn't have had to sit in front of the media to clarify the matter. After all, she was still unmarried. It would be best if she could have a happy ending with Fu Jingting, but if not, she couldn't ruin her reputation.

No matter the situation, Tang Kejia is always rational; she always makes sure she has a backup plan.

But she also had to be careful. She needed to avoid becoming a stepping stone for Xu Qingcheng, and she didn't want Fu Jingting to misunderstand her as having a deep scheming mind.

That's why she returned to Ancheng after hearing the news that their wedding had been canceled, giving public opinion a boost and clarifying their relationship in front of the public, leaving Xu Qingcheng speechless.

A married woman who may have had an affair with her ex-boyfriend is the subject of much gossip and slander, and she is also a stain on the Fu family.

"I asked you out today to explain to Ms. Xu that there's nothing between Jingting and me," Tang Kejia said, repeating her statement to the media. "I heard your wedding was canceled, and I just hope it wasn't because of me. Although Jingting and I had a verbal engagement before, that's all in the past, Ms. Xu, please don't misunderstand."

Xu Qingcheng nodded, took a sip of tea, and gestured for her to continue.

Looking at Xu Qingcheng's calm and indifferent face, Tang Kejia couldn't quite figure out what she was thinking, so she had no choice but to bite the bullet and continue, "Jingting didn't allow me to see you when I came to Ancheng this time. But I still wanted to come and explain to you that no matter what happens between you two in the future, I hope that I have nothing to do with it."

After saying that, Tang Kejia handed the paper bag to Xu Qingcheng, "This is the shirt I borrowed from Jingting that day. It really was just borrowed."

"Really?" Xu Qingcheng took it and smiled. "Since Miss Tang knows that my wedding with Fu Jingting has been canceled, why did you still give me this shirt? Did you want me to confirm that this shirt is indeed his?"

Xu Qingcheng picked up the shirt with her fingers, glanced at it, and then disdainfully tossed it back into the bag.

She called out to the waiter and handed him her handbag, saying, "Could you please throw this away for me? This shirt has a weird smell that makes me nauseous."