"Yes, I did meet with Yu Cheng in private, but that was because your birthday is coming up soon. I went to see him just to plan your birthday surprise together!"

Murong Xue reacted quickly, looking at Zhou Meimei with tears streaming down her face, her eyes full of grievance and innocence: "Meimei, I know it was wrong to keep it from you, but I just wanted to give you a surprise!"

Yu Cheng said, "You've always wanted that limited-edition cake from that trendy shop. We discussed the setup for ages, and we were even afraid you'd find out, so we met secretly..."

As she spoke, she reached out to tug at Zhou Meimei's sleeve, "Who knew those photos would be maliciously circulated, and people would misunderstand and say we were having an affair? I'm so wronged!"

Zhou Meimei stood there, stunned, her face full of hesitation.

Could it be that she really misunderstood Murong Xue?

Meanwhile, Murong Jing and Zhou Zhengguo struck up a conversation. This whole affair was, at best, just childish squabbles; their two families even had business collaborations.

Naturally, we wouldn't let something like this ruin our harmony.

“President Zhou, I want to apologize to Meimei on behalf of your sister.” Murong Jing nodded slightly, his well-dressed figure exuding an undeniable composure. “Regardless of the initial intention, Xiaoxue and Yucheng’s private meeting was indeed easy to cause misunderstandings and also caused Meimei to suffer.

Zhou Zhengguo reached out and patted Murong Jing on the shoulder, his tone gentle but sharp: "Xiao Jing, you're being too polite. As long as the children don't cause any major trouble, how can we, as elders, really care?"

He patted Murong Jing's hand. "But I heard that the Murong family has recently been eyeing that piece of land in the west of the city?"

Murong Jing understood immediately and calmly put away the checkbook. The Zhou family was using their daughter's grievances to gain an advantage in the business battle.

He smiled calmly, "Mr. Zhou is well-informed. That piece of land is indeed excellent, but if we could join forces with the Zhou family..."

The two exchanged a smile, and the air was filled with the tacit understanding unique to adults.

Zhou Zhengguo turned his head and pretended to scold Zhou Meimei, "Meimei, you're the same. You made a scene without even understanding the situation. Hurry up and apologize to Xiaoxue."

Zhou Meimei was somewhat embarrassed, after all, she was the one who started it. If she really had wronged Murong Xue, how could she ever hold her head high in front of her again?

Murong Xue slightly curled the corners of her lips, "Uncle Zhou, I don't blame Meimei. Meimei was only provoked. If anyone is to blame...."

She glanced at Shen Chumo, who was watching the show from the side, and a sinister glint flashed in her eyes as she continued, "Blame it on some people who have ill intentions and deliberately created misunderstandings!"

As she spoke, she lowered her eyelids again, "Meimei and I grew up together, how could I be angry with her over such a small thing? I just don't understand why Shen is targeting me like this..."

All eyes turned to Shen Chumo. Zhou Zhengguo and Wang Li had noticed this extremely beautiful girl from the very beginning, but they never expected that she was the one who had stirred up trouble.

Wang Li instantly lost all goodwill towards Shen Chumo.

“Why did you do this? Whose child are you?” Wang Li questioned.

Jiang Ping clenched her fists nervously. If this matter involved the Jiang family, then she and Shen Chumo would be finished.

Shen Chumo looked at them with a hint of sarcasm, "You actually believed her when she said she was preparing a birthday surprise? There should be at least some chat history, or a photo of the surprise venue you set up, right?"

If it really was to prepare a surprise, then why didn't you explain it clearly from the beginning, Murong Xue? Perhaps you're only just coming up with this excuse now.

“Yes, Xiaoxue.” Zhou Meimei quickly asked, “Didn’t you say you were preparing a birthday surprise? Where’s the proof? Show me!”

"Meimei, so you still don't believe me?" Murong Xue showed no guilt, instead looking at Zhou Meimei with unwavering determination.

“Yu Cheng and I don’t usually chat on our phones much, so there’s no chat history. I didn’t take any pictures of the venue either. If you don’t believe me, you can ask Yu Cheng yourself. I can also take you to the venue to see it for yourself tomorrow.”

As soon as she finished speaking, Shen Chumo suddenly started clapping.

"Murong Xue, your shamelessness is truly astounding."

"Alright." Murong Jing suddenly spoke up to stop Shen Chumo from continuing. "Student Shen, this is a matter between our Murong family and the Zhou family. It has nothing to do with you. Considering your young age, I can let today's matter go."

But if you continue to cause trouble, I wouldn't mind having a serious talk with your parents.

Shen Chumo shrugged. "Young Master Murong has spoken. Alright then, since there's nothing for us to do here, we can go home now."

After she finished speaking, the other girls stood up and said, "Yes, we also want to go home."

They were really put through the wringer today; the places where Shen Chumo hit them in the private room are still a little sore.

The two most crucial figures, Murong Xue and Zhou Meimei, are people they cannot afford to offend. They cannot take sides and can only play the role of background figures, pretending to be deaf and dumb.

And if they don't go home soon, their parents will start to get suspicious.

Although they and Murong Xue acted mature and worldly at the club, they were still only teenagers, still under their parents' control.

Some of them even have very strict parents who require them to be home by 9 p.m., or they'll be arrested if their parents find out they've been drinking outside.

They're definitely going to get criticized.

The policewoman then stepped in and said, "If you two have reached a settlement and there are no other disputes, you students can leave now."

However, I still want to remind you that no matter the reason, it's wrong to have a conflict in a public place. In the future, please handle things calmly and avoid acting impulsively.

The girls, feeling as if they had been granted a pardon, nodded hurriedly in agreement and walked quickly toward the police station entrance.

Just as Shen Chumo was about to leave, Murong Xue stepped forward and stopped her.

"Wait, they can leave, but you can't. Today's events are all because of you. You're the one who caused Meimei and me to end up like this. Do you really think you can just walk away?"

"Murong Xue, I advise you to get out of my way, otherwise... you will definitely regret it."

Shen Chumo's tone was indifferent, but the contempt in his eyes made Murong Xue even more annoyed.

"Xiaoxue!" Murong Jing said sternly, "Stop fooling around!"

"Brother! Why? Are you just siding with her because she's pretty? I'm your sister!"

Murong Xue felt wronged. After all, Shen Chumo had seduced Rong Jingtian before, and now even her brother was doing the same. Murong Xue looked at Shen Chumo's exquisitely flawless face and bit her lip.

Why should this bitch have this face? Given her status, this face should belong to her.

Murong Xue's resentment grew deeper and deeper.

Murong Jing's expression grew increasingly grim, tinged with helplessness. He had asked Shen Chumo to leave, actually to protect Murong Xue.

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