Reborn and married in a swapped marriage, my aloof husband is too ruthless.

Sweating profusely, Mr. Zheng ran as if he were being chased by a vicious dog, panting as he shouted, "Mr. Su, something bad has happened! That old fox, Mr. Wu, is up to his old tricks again!" He grabbed the teapot on the table and gulped down several mouthfuls before he could catch his breath.

"He's spreading rumors everywhere, saying you're trying to monopolize the alliance's profits and are treating us like fools! Now everyone's in a panic. Several partners have called to question me, and some... some have even quit!"

Su Jinxin frowned slightly. Wu Dafushang's counterattack came faster and more fiercely than she had expected. It seemed that he had really been pushed to the limit.

She glanced at Yan Chengan, who returned a firm look, silently conveying his support.

"What's the panic?" Su Jinxin's tone was calm, as if she had everything under control. "Let them make a scene. The higher they jump, the harder they'll fall." She had long anticipated that Wu Dafu would not let the matter rest, and had secretly arranged for people to collect evidence.

Just then, the jade pendant that Yan Chengan had placed on the table suddenly emitted a faint light.

This is their unique method of communication, which is only used in emergencies.

Yan Cheng'an's expression changed slightly. He quickly checked the information hidden in the jade pendant, and his expression became even more solemn.

“Jin Xin,” he lowered his voice, “Zhao the strategist… he met with Wu the wealthy merchant in private.”

Su Jinxin's heart sank. Zhao, the strategist, was someone she had personally promoted, and he had handled many important plans for the business alliance. If he had really been bribed by Wu, the consequences would be unimaginable.

She calmly instructed Boss Zheng: "Keep the others calm and tell them that everything is proceeding according to plan and that we don't need to pay attention to the rumors. As for the distribution of profits, we'll discuss that later."

After Boss Zheng left, Su Jinxin immediately summoned her trusted confidante and ordered, "Investigate. I need to know every detail of the contact between Strategist Zhao and the wealthy businessman Wu, the sooner the better!" Her gaze was sharp and cold. Wu, since you want to play, I'll play with you to the very end!

In the dead of night, Su Jinxin sat in her study, carefully reviewing the evidence she had collected, her brows furrowed.

All indications suggest that Zhao, the strategist, did indeed have problems, but he acted cautiously and did not leave any concrete evidence against him.

Just then, someone gently knocked on the door.

"Come in."

Yan Cheng'an entered through the door, holding a letter in his hand, his expression solemn.

"Jinxin, look..." He handed the letter to Su Jinxin, the envelope clearly addressed to "Miss Lin".

Su Jinxin's heart sank suddenly, and an ominous premonition surged into her mind.

She slowly unfolded the letter, and its contents instantly plunged her into an ice cave… “Cheng’an, I…”

Su Jinxin held the letter tightly, her fingertips turning white.

In the letter, Miss Lin used a feigned retreat to advance, expressing her "admiration" for Yan Cheng'an. Between the lines, she was provoking and belittling Su Jinxin. At the end, she "inadvertently" revealed some embarrassing things about Su Jinxin from her early years, things that only a very few people knew.

What a clever Miss Lin! She strikes at the heart of the enemy, catching them off guard!

Before Su Jinxin could even process this barrage of "tea art" attacks, Boss Zheng rushed in again in a flurry of activity, this time without even knocking.

"Boss Su, I can't take this anymore! This wealthy businessman Wu is going too far! He... he actually..." Boss Zheng was so angry that his face turned red and his spittle flew everywhere. "He actually said that I'm your kept man, that I'm a gigolo! Although I, Boss Zheng, am not a tycoon, I still have some dignity. How can I endure such a humiliation?!"

Su Jinxin rubbed her temples, feeling utterly overwhelmed.

This wealthy merchant Wu is truly cunning and shrewd. He knows that the key to breaking the alliance lies in undermining people's morale, so he specifically targets the weakest among them.

Although Mr. Zheng is greedy, he has indeed contributed a lot to the league. If he really leaves, it will be a big blow to the league.

"Mr. Zheng, calm down. Wu Dafu is a master at sowing discord. Why take his words seriously?"

"But...but the rumors are going around like crazy! How am I supposed to do business? How am I supposed to survive in this industry?" Mr. Zheng cried, tears streaming down his face. "Mr. Su, you have to help me! How about...how about we renegotiate the profit sharing? Give me a bigger share, and shut everyone up..."

Su Jinxin took a deep breath, trying to suppress the irritation in her heart.

Beset by internal and external troubles, this game is becoming increasingly difficult.

She glanced at Yan Cheng'an, who gave her a reassuring look.

Just then, a servant came to report that something had happened at the silk shop in the west of the city, and Su Jinxin needed to handle it personally.

Su Jinxin felt a vague unease, but she had no choice but to go.

She turned to Yan Cheng'an and said, "You keep Boss Zheng calm for now, I'll be right back." Yan Cheng'an nodded, his gaze deep: "Be careful."

As soon as Su Jinxin reached the door, she saw Miss Lin gracefully walking over, dressed in a gorgeous gown and exuding a fragrant aroma.

She smiled slightly at Su Jinxin, but her tone carried a hint of provocation: "Oh, where is Boss Su going? So busy? It seems this business alliance isn't as solid as the rumors say..." As she spoke, she deliberately touched Yan Cheng'an's arm lightly and said sweetly, "Cheng'an, don't you think so?"

Yan Cheng'an subtly avoided Miss Lin's touch, coldly saying, "Miss Lin, please have some self-respect." Miss Lin's face stiffened, then she smiled awkwardly, "Cheng'an, you're still so clueless about romance..."

Su Jinxin looked at the scene before her and sneered inwardly.

It seems tonight is destined to be anything but peaceful.

She glanced coldly at Miss Lin and said, "Miss Lin, the real show is yet to come." With that, she left without looking back.

Yan Cheng'an watched Su Jinxin's departing figure, a sense of worry rising in his heart.

He turned to look at Miss Lin, his eyes icy: "You'd better not try anything funny..."

Su Jinxin arrived at the silk shop and found that things were worse than she had expected.

The accounts were in disarray, goods were in short supply, and the shopkeeper was stammering and his eyes were darting around—clearly something was wrong.

Su Jinxin sneered, already knowing what was going on.

She quietly checked the ledgers and inventoried the goods, and soon found the key evidence—a batch of high-end silk that should have been put into storage had disappeared.

"Manager, where is this batch of goods?" Su Jinxin's tone was icy, carrying an unquestionable authority.

The shopkeeper trembled with fear and stammered, "This...this...I don't know either..."

Su Jinxin's eyes narrowed, and she threw out a slip of paper: "This is your secret communication with Wu the wealthy businessman. Are you still trying to deny it?"

The shopkeeper's face turned deathly pale instantly. He knelt on the ground with a thud and begged for mercy, "Boss Su, spare my life! I was just momentarily blinded by greed..."

Su Jinxin ignored the shopkeeper's pleas for mercy and immediately sent someone to inform Zhao Moushi about the matter, and convened an emergency meeting of all members of the business alliance.

At the meeting, Su Jinxin publicly presented evidence that Zhao Moushi had been bribed by Wu Dafu, her words resounding and forceful: "Everyone, this is the true face of Wu Dafu! On the surface, he resists the alliance, but in reality, he is secretly sabotaging, buying people's hearts, and sowing discord!"

Zhao, the strategist, was pale and sweating profusely, but he was powerless to refute.

Wu Dafu's reputation plummeted, and some businessmen who had previously followed him in resisting the company began to reconsider cooperating with Su Jinxin.

Seeing this, Boss Zheng was secretly delighted, but he feigned a sigh: "Hey, Boss Su, you really are a prophet! Luckily, I pulled back from the brink and wasn't completely bewitched by him..." He rubbed his hands together and started his old routine again: "But, Boss Su, you see, I've done a great service this time, haven't I..."

Su Jinxin had anticipated that Boss Zheng would make things difficult again. She smiled slightly and calmly presented a brand-new profit-sharing plan: "Boss Zheng, I know what you're worried about. This plan will not only guarantee your interests but also allow other partners to gain more benefits, achieving a win-win situation."

Mr. Zheng took the proposal, looked at it carefully, and his eyes widened immediately.

This plan... is brilliant!

Surprised, he immediately nodded in agreement to continue the cooperation.

Just when Su Jinxin thought the matter was over, Yan Chengan sent someone to deliver a letter.

Su Jinxin opened it and her face instantly darkened.

She stood up abruptly and said to everyone, "Ladies and gentlemen, I'm sorry, I have something to attend to. Please excuse me."

She rushed back to the mansion, where Yan Cheng'an greeted her with a grave expression: "Something's happened..."

Su Jinxin walked quickly to Yan Chengan, her brows furrowed with anxiety: "What happened? The letter was vague."

Yan Cheng'an gently grasped Su Jinxin's hand, trying to calm her down: "Don't rush, tell me slowly. How is things going with Mr. Wu?"

Su Jinxin took a deep breath and briefly recounted the events of the business alliance meeting to Yan Cheng'an, concluding, "We've finally stabilized the situation, and that old fox, Boss Zheng, has been appeased for the time being. However, Wu the wealthy businessman certainly won't let this go easily, so we still need to be careful to prevent him from causing trouble." She paused, then asked, "What exactly happened that made you so anxious?"

Yan Cheng'an's expression was solemn: "Miss Lin... she visited our residence today, and in her words... her concern for me was somewhat... excessively enthusiastic."

Su Jinxin raised an eyebrow, a knowing glint in her eyes: "Oh? It seems this Miss Lin has ulterior motives. What is she planning? To steal my man?"

Yan Chengan sighed helplessly: "She was implying in her words that my marriage to you was out of necessity, that I had someone else in my heart, and that she gave me some... cough cough... rather private items."

Su Jinxin sneered: "Personal items? What are they? A bellyband or a sachet? This green tea's level is too low! She thinks she can sow discord with these things? Does she think I'm stupid?"

Yan Cheng'an's face flushed slightly as he whispered, "It's a handkerchief... with my name and birth date embroidered on it..."

Su Jinxin was stunned. This move was a bit too sophisticated for a green tea bitch.

If this gets out, uninformed onlookers might actually believe it.

She narrowed her eyes, a dangerous glint in them: "It seems this Miss Lin is a bit more skilled than I thought. If she wants to play, I'll play along."

“However,” Su Jinxin changed the subject, her tone light, “I really have to thank her for bringing me this material. It’s perfect for testing how sincere you are towards me.”

Yan Cheng'an was both amused and exasperated: "Xin'er, what time is it, and you're still joking?"

Su Jinxin smiled slyly: "I'm not joking. This is a good opportunity to show some people that our relationship isn't so easily sowed." She took Yan Cheng'an's arm and walked into the house. "Come on, let's eat first. We need to fill our stomachs to have the energy to level up."

After the two finished their dinner, Su Jinxin instructed her maid to bring the handkerchief that Miss Lin had sent.

She examined the embroidery on the handkerchief closely, a cold smile playing on her lips.

"The embroidery is exquisite." Su Jinxin handed the handkerchief to Yan Cheng'an. "Husband, do you recognize this handkerchief?"

Yan Cheng'an took the handkerchief, examined it carefully, and shook his head: "Never seen it before."

Su Jinxin nodded, a sly glint in her eyes: "That makes things easier." She leaned close to Yan Chengan's ear and whispered a few words.

Yan Chengan was taken aback at first, then a smile flashed in his eyes.

"Okay, I'll do as you say."

The next day, a rumor circulated throughout the capital... Young Master Yan actually...