After the divorce, the aloof CEO begged me not to withdraw my investment.

"President Liu, it seems you've forgotten our agreement. I help you take down Ye Feng, and you do things for me—it's a fair trade."

Liu Qingyi gripped the wine glass even tighter, her knuckles turning white, almost crushing it.

She could feel the cold touch on her palms and the rich aroma of the wine in the glass, but it couldn't calm her down.

"President Qin, I... I need time to think about it." Liu Qingyi uttered these words with difficulty, feeling as if each word was dancing on the edge of a knife.

Qin Feng turned around, his eyes sharply fixed on Liu Qingyi, a hint of mockery in his smile.

"Consider? President Liu, do you still have time to consider? Ye Feng has already started his counterattack. If you continue to hesitate, you can only wait to be completely defeated by him."

Liu Qingyi's heart clenched. Ye Feng's counterattack was her greatest fear. She had allied herself with Qin Feng to defeat Ye Feng and reclaim everything that was rightfully hers. If she failed, she would lose everything.

"I...I promise you." Liu Qingyi's voice trembled, almost inaudible.

Qin Feng nodded in satisfaction, sat back down on the sofa, picked up his wine glass, and took a small sip: "That's more like it, President Liu. It's been a pleasure working with you."

Looking at Qin Feng's smug smile, Liu Qingyi was filled with regret and fear. She knew she had embarked on a path of no return, but she was powerless to turn back.

She was like a butterfly trapped in a spider web, struggling desperately, but sinking deeper and deeper.

The office was silent except for the howling wind outside the window and Liu Qingyi's rapid breathing. She felt as if she were standing on the edge of a cliff, about to fall into an abyss at any moment.

She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to stay calm.

She knew it was too late for regrets; she had to find a way to break free from Qin Feng's control, or she would be doomed.

Flashbulbs went off one after another. Under the spotlight, Qi Xue, in a long ice-blue dress, resembled a snow lotus blooming atop a snow-capped mountain, noble and ethereal. Every smile and gesture of hers captivated the hearts of countless fans, and also Ye Feng.

"Hello everyone, I am Qi Xue." She spoke to the camera, her voice clear and melodious like a silver bell. "I am here today to support my friend, Ye Feng, and his company, which is going through a difficult time."

The moment those words were spoken, the entire audience erupted in uproar. Reporters frantically pressed their shutters, the flashes nearly engulfing Qi Xue. In the online live stream, comments flew like snowflakes.

"Goddess Qi Xue actually publicly supports Ye Feng! What an amazing friendship!"

"Who is Ye Feng? How could he get the goddess to personally endorse him!"

"Support the goddess! Support Ye Feng!"

Standing at the back of the crowd, Ye Feng looked at the radiant Qi Xue on stage, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He knew what Qi Xue's actions meant; in the entertainment industry, publicly supporting a company in the eye of the storm involved enormous risks.

He clenched his fist, his nails digging deep into his palm, a feeling of indescribable emotion and gratitude welling up inside him.

Qi Xue continued, "I believe in Ye Feng, and I believe in his company. They are going through a difficult period, but I believe they will overcome the difficulties and return to glory."

She paused, her eyes resolute, "I also hope that everyone can support them and give them more encouragement and confidence."

As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous applause resounded throughout the venue.

Over the next few days, Qi Xue used her influence in the entertainment industry to promote Ye Feng's company at various events. Her social media platforms, such as Weibo and Douyin, also became promotional channels.

"I tried Ye Feng's new product today, and the results are truly amazing! I highly recommend it to everyone!" The accompanying picture shows her using the product; her sweet smile is captivating.

"Ye Feng's company is having a promotional event, everyone hurry up and grab some deals!"

Her fans responded enthusiastically, and Ye Feng's company quickly became the focus of online discussion. Product sales skyrocketed, and the brand image was greatly enhanced.

At the same time, Qi Xue also began to use her connections to help Ye Feng get in touch with potential partners.

"Ye Feng, let me introduce you to a business partner who might be able to help you."

On the other end of the phone, Qi Xue's voice was gentle yet firm.

Ye Feng felt a warmth in his heart; he knew how much Qi Xue had sacrificed for him.

"Thank you, Qi Xue." His voice was a little hoarse.

"You're welcome, we're friends."

With Qi Xue's help, Ye Feng successfully established partnerships with several important business partners. These collaborations injected new vitality into his company and allowed him to gradually turn the tide in the business arena.

Seeing the company's situation gradually improve, Ye Feng was filled with gratitude. He knew that without Qi Xue's help, he might have already been defeated by Qin Feng.

He stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window in his office, looking at the bustling night view outside, silently reciting Qi Xue's name in his heart.

He knew he owed Qi Xue far too much.

At this moment, Liu Qingyi was sitting in Qin Feng's office, listening to Qin Feng's sarcastic remarks.

"President Liu, it seems your plan has failed. Ye Feng has not been defeated by you; on the contrary, he has become stronger and stronger."

Liu Qingyi's face was pale, her lips trembled, but she couldn't utter a single word. She felt like a puppet being manipulated, having lost all autonomy.

The champagne tower, crystal clear, reflected the dazzling lights of the banquet hall, filling the air with an atmosphere of extravagance. Liu Qingyi, dressed in a burgundy gown, moved gracefully through the crowd, swirling a glass of champagne in her hand, yet finding it tasteless.

She spotted them immediately—Ye Feng and Qi Xue.

Qi Xue, dressed in an ice-blue gown, resembled an ice goddess. She was intimately linked arm-in-arm with Ye Feng, the two conversing quietly, both wearing relaxed and joyful smiles. Those smiles stung Liu Qingyi's eyes and burned her heart. The flames of jealousy burned fiercely in her chest, threatening to consume her.

She took a deep breath, trying to maintain her composure, and walked towards them with graceful steps.

"Ye Feng." Liu Qingyi's voice was deliberately lowered, but it carried a slight, almost imperceptible tremor.

Ye Feng turned his head at the sound, and upon seeing Liu Qingyi, the smile on his face vanished instantly, replaced by a cold indifference. Qi Xue also turned her head, her gaze filled with inquiry and wariness.

"President Liu, it's been a long time." Ye Feng's tone was indifferent, as if he were talking to an ordinary business partner.

"Long time no see." Liu Qingyi's gaze fell on Qi Xue's arm linked with Ye Feng's, and a pang of pain shot through her heart. "I didn't expect Miss Qi Xue to be here as well."

Qi Xue smiled slightly, her tone carrying a hint of provocation: "Ye Feng and I are friends, so naturally I'm here to support him."

"Friends?" Liu Qingyi sneered. "Miss Qi Xue certainly has a lot of friends."