It Started With a Kiss: Leng Shao's Beloved Wife

The news that Mrs. Luo's operation was successful finally relaxed Luo Yichen and Wu Xinyan's tense nerves a little, but before they could catch their breath, a bigger storm had quietly hit.

The next morning, as soon as Luo Yichen stepped into the company gate, his assistant came up to him in a panic and handed him a newspaper. "Boss Luo, take a look at this."

The headline on the front page of the newspaper was clearly printed with the words "Roche Group is embroiled in financial fraud scandal". Beneath the shocking headline were detailed data and so-called "evidence" from multiple projects of the Roche Group. Each piece of evidence pointed directly to the core business of the Roche Group. The intention was so sinister that it was appalling.

Luo Yichen's expression darkened instantly. He flipped through the newspaper, his mind rapidly analyzing the situation. Although these so-called "evidence" were fabricated, they had been carefully orchestrated to deal a devastating blow to the Luo Group. The mastermind behind this was clearly intent on completely destroying the Luo Group.

Almost immediately, negative news about Roche Group flooded the internet and major media platforms, seemingly a carefully orchestrated storm of public opinion, thrusting the company into the spotlight. Roche's stock price began to fluctuate dramatically, and partners expressed concern. Some collaborations were even halted, sending panic throughout the company.

Luo Yichen remained calm in the face of danger and immediately convened an emergency meeting of the company's top management to formulate a response strategy. He arranged for the public relations department to clarify the facts, contacted the legal team to prepare for possible litigation, and simultaneously, secretly investigated, trying to find the mastermind behind this malicious attack.

This sudden crisis forced Luo Yichen to devote all his energy to company affairs, and his original plan to accompany Wu Xinyan to visit Mrs. Luo in the hospital had to be repeatedly postponed. He was busy every day, often returning home late at night, and often only had a few words with Wu Xinyan before diving into his study to continue handling company affairs.

Although Wu Xinyan was worried about Luo Yichen, she also understood the current situation and could only silently stay by his side, making tea and preparing midnight snacks for him, and giving him support and comfort as much as she could. However, a sense of unease lingered in her heart, always feeling that this sudden crisis was no accident, as if an invisible hand was secretly controlling everything.

Until that day, when Wu Xinyan was tidying up Luo Yichen's study, she accidentally found a crumpled newspaper. The photo on it was of Wu Xue, and the title was "Mysterious woman suspected to be the behind-the-scenes manipulator of Luo Group."

Wu Xinyan's heart sank suddenly, and a terrible thought came to her mind: Could it be that all this was done by Wu Xue?

Wu Xinyan felt as if all the blood in her body had frozen. The newspaper slipped from her trembling fingertips. Wu Xue in the photo smiled smugly and viciously, as if mocking her arrogance.

How could it be her? Wu Xinyan didn't want to believe it, but she had to admit that this speculation was not groundless. From Luo Yichen's obvious rejection and defensiveness towards her, to Wu Xue's privileged treatment in the Luo family, and her unwavering ambition to win over Luo Yichen, all pointed to the same truth.

Wu Xinyan took a deep breath, trying to suppress the turmoil in her heart. She couldn't panic, and certainly couldn't cause trouble for Luo Yichen at this moment. She had to figure out what Wu Xue was trying to do, and how could she stop her?

She picked up the newspaper and read through it carefully, trying to find any clues. However, the reports were mostly speculative and without any substantial evidence. It seemed that Wu Xue was hiding something very deep, and she must have a back-up plan.

Thinking of this, Wu Xinyan no longer hesitated. She quickly walked to the door of the study and knocked gently.

"Come in." Luo Yichen's voice was tired, but still steady and powerful.

Wu Xinyan pushed the door open and walked in, handing him the newspaper in her hand. "Have you... seen this?"

Luo Yichen frowned slightly, took the newspaper and glanced at it, his face suddenly became even gloomier.

"You know everything?" He put down the newspaper and looked at Wu Xinyan with a bit more inquiry and worry in his eyes.

Wu Xinyan nodded, walked over to him, held his hand, and said firmly: "I believe in you, and I believe in the Luo Group. Let's face this together."

Luo Yichen held her hand tightly, the warmth of his palm conveying silent strength and support. He knew that in this battle, he was no longer alone.

The next day, Wu Xinyan accompanied Luo Yichen to the hospital to visit Mrs. Luo. Although Mrs. Luo was physically weak, she was in good spirits. When she saw the two of them coming hand in hand, a relieved smile flashed in her eyes.

"Grandma, take good care of yourself. We will definitely take care of the company's affairs." Luo Yichen held Mrs. Luo's hand with a firm tone.

Mrs. Luo patted the back of his hand, then looked at Wu Xinyan and said kindly, "Xinyan, I'll leave Ah Chen in your care. You two must support each other and advance and retreat together."

Wu Xinyan nodded solemnly, "Grandma, don't worry, I will definitely protect Luo's family and our home together with Yichen."

After leaving the hospital, Wu Xinyan clearly felt that the pressure on Luo Yichen was relieved. They returned to the Luo family's old house and just as they walked into the living room, they saw Butler Li hurried over, hesitant to speak.

"What's wrong? Uncle Li." Luo Yichen asked.

"I... I have something to tell you." Butler Li looked at Wu Xinyan, then at Luo Yichen, as if hesitating about something.

"Uncle Li, there are no outsiders here. Just say whatever you want to say." Wu Xinyan said.

Butler Li took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind, and said in a low voice, "I... I might know who is behind this."

"Who is it?" Luo Yichen and Wu Xinyan asked in unison.

"Yes..." Butler Li was about to speak when he was interrupted by a burst of hurried footsteps.

Stylist Liu ran in in a panic, "Sir, Madam, something's wrong, outside..."

Before stylist Liu finished speaking, several uniformed personnel rushed in aggressively, showing a search warrant and claiming that the Luo Group was suspected of tax evasion, commercial fraud and other crimes, and that they wanted to search the Luo family's old house.

Luo Yichen's face turned pale. He stopped those people and said coldly, "Who gave you the right? No one is allowed to set foot here without my permission."

"Mr. Luo, we are also following the rules. Please cooperate," the leading official said expressionlessly. "If you refuse to cooperate, we have the right to take compulsory measures."

Seeing that a conflict was about to break out, Wu Xinyan stepped forward and said calmly, "Yichen, let them search. We are upright and have nothing to fear. I believe the truth will come out."

Luo Yichen looked at her deeply and finally nodded.

The search lasted the entire afternoon. The men turned the entire Luo family mansion upside down, but found nothing. In the end, they could only leave in disgrace.

"Sir, Madam, those people have left." Butler Li sent the uninvited guests away and returned to the living room, his face full of worry. "Will they come again?"

"Yes." Luo Yichen said in a deep voice, "This storm has just begun."

Wu Xinyan patted the back of his hand comfortingly, then turned to Butler Li and Stylist Liu and said, "Uncle Li, Sister Liu, we may need your help during this period."

Butler Li and Stylist Liu exchanged a glance and said without hesitation, "Don't worry, sir and madam, we will do our best."

In the next few days, Roche Group's stock plummeted, and all kinds of negative news flooded in. People within the company were panicked, and external partners also expressed concerns.

Luo Yichen and Wu Xinyan rushed around day and night, trying to save the situation. Butler Li and stylist Liu also lent a hand to help them collect evidence and expose Wu Xue's crimes.

During the investigation, Wu Xinyan unexpectedly discovered that it was not her biological parents who abandoned her, but a mysterious organization. And Wu Xue was sent by this organization to approach Luo Yichen in an attempt to swallow up the Luo Group.

What shocked Wu Xinyan even more was that this organization's target seemed to be not just the Luo Group. Their ambition was much greater than she had imagined.

Wu Xinyan is caught in a dilemma. She loves Luo Yichen and wants to protect him and the Luo Group. But she also wants to know her own life story and the truth behind it.

Just as Wu Xinyan was about to confess everything to Luo Yichen, Wu Xue suddenly appeared in front of them. She had a victorious smile on her face and a document in her hand. She said triumphantly, "Luo Yichen, look at this! As long as I make it public, you're completely finished."

Luo Yichen snatched the document and his face suddenly turned pale.

"What do you want?" Wu Xinyan asked coldly.

"I want you to leave Luo Yichen and disappear from his world forever." Wu Xue said word by word, "Otherwise, I will make him lose his reputation and everything."

Wu Xinyan's heart felt like it was being pricked by a needle. She looked at Luo Yichen with eyes full of struggle and pain.

"Okay, I promise you." Wu Xinyan closed her eyes and said in a trembling voice.

Three days later, the Roche Group held a grand dinner and invited celebrities from all walks of life to attend.

This was the first public appearance of the Luo Group after overcoming the crisis, and it was also the day when Luo Yichen and Wu Xinyan announced their engagement.

At the beginning of the dinner, Wu Xinyan made an elegant appearance after carefully dressing up, attracting everyone's attention. However, there was no smile on her face...