Sober and beautiful, my husband and son begged for my forgiveness on their knees.

Ning Yao rested for a night and immediately came back to life.

Xiao Xiao and Wen An saw the news and called to check on her. When they learned that she was still in the hospital, they told her to rest well and not to worry about the company.

Zhong Yunche didn't make a sound, but she didn't care.

He probably came to the company to inspect the people's conditions, but now he's home discussing matters, so he probably won't be back for a while.

Moreover, she had a premonition that Zhong Yunche might not stay at 'Shattered Star' for long.

"Ning Yao!"

Ning Yao was replying to Jiang Tian's message when the ward door was suddenly kicked open, startling her so much that she almost dropped her phone.

Upon seeing that the person who came was Ning Yan, she frowned impatiently, "If you want to go crazy, go somewhere else, or you'll be scolded to tears by me!"

Ning Yan had suffered losses in the past few times because of her words, and this time she was determined to prove herself.

"Ning Yao, I really underestimated you. You're quite capable! Even after the divorce, you're still not behaving yourself, constantly clinging to Jing Mo. You think you can attract him by doing this? Hmph, you're too naive!"

"Jingmo is only being lenient with you because of Mingjin. If you don't know what's good for you, you might not be able to survive in Whale City."

Ning Yao rubbed her ears. "Have you been bitten by a dog lately? Why are you talking so loudly?"

Ning Yan's voice grew rough with anger, "Ning Yao, don't think I'm afraid of you just because you have a sharp tongue. If you push me too far..."

Ning Yao looked at her with disdain and interrupted, "With your skinny figure, you think you can hit me?"

Ning Yan was so angry that she screamed and yelled.

"What's wrong? Aren't pets not allowed in the hospital? Why is there a dog barking in your room!"

Merlin, who lived next door, heard the commotion and rushed over.

Despite his advanced age and white hair, he was quick on his feet and rushed in in no time.

But when he came in, he saw a beautiful young woman standing in the room, and he immediately felt embarrassed.

"Um... you're a person, right? Sorry, I can't hear you properly, I misheard."

Ning Yan was so angry she felt like her lungs were about to explode. What did he mean by "Are you even human?!"

This is something a normal person would say!

But after observing the people who had been there, she quickly recognized them.

Along with the news about Ning Yao and Lu Jingmo, there was another name.

Internationally renowned design master, Merlin.

She could only forcefully suppress her anger, adopting the demeanor of a socialite, and smiled gently, "It's alright, I lost my composure just now, please forgive me, Master Merlin."

Having navigated the fashion world for so many years, Merlin's ability to judge people is now unparalleled.

He could tell at a glance that the girl in front of him had ulterior motives, so he smiled politely and said, "No, but who are you? Why are you coming directly to Ning's room?"

Ning Yan was astonished. Ning girl, why are you calling me that so intimately?

Ning Yao really doesn't refuse anyone!

“I am Ning Yao’s younger sister, and my name is Ning Yan. I was fortunate enough to buy a dress from Master Merlin’s Bamboo Chrysanthemum series, which I love very much. It was because I saw your dedication to dress design that I applied to study design myself. I have always hoped to become an outstanding designer like you.”

She knew from a young age what her elders liked to hear, so she deliberately expressed her vision, hoping that Merlin would think she was humble and sensible.

He might even invite me to join his team.

In this way, I have more to brag about.

But Merlin has received more praise and flattery than she has any cunning in her career.

He saw right through her thoughts.

"Thank you for your kind words, Ms. Ning, but I don't think you can become a designer like me. Designers not only need design talent, but also a high aesthetic sense. However, judging from your outfit today, your aesthetic sense is only average. You shouldn't force yourself."

Sitting on the bed, Ning Yao could barely suppress her smile; finally, someone had pointed out Ning Yan's problem.

Although Ning Yan always wore luxury brands when she went out.

But she's too vain; she never considers style when putting together an outfit, only the price.

The whole thing was a complete disaster.

Ning Yan clearly didn't expect that her belief in fashion would be so poorly criticized by Merlin!

The anger that had just been suppressed surged back to his throat.

“Master Merlin, everyone has their own preferred style. You may not agree with my style, but you can’t assume that I’m forcing myself to study design.”

“You’re right.” Merlin nodded slightly. After Ning Yan showed a pleased expression of approval, he added, “Your unique style should be able to work with the vendors at the market. They’re in fierce competition, so they need your eclectic approach to highlight their unique characteristics.”

Ning Yan felt as if she had been struck by lightning, and could no longer keep up the act.

“You…you all…” She pointed angrily at Merlin and Ning Yao, who was smirking, her whole body trembling with rage.

At that moment, Lu Jingmo arrived.

Seeing Ning Yan trembling with anger, he immediately asked, "Yan Yan, what's wrong?"

Ning Yao, fearing that Mei Lin would suffer a loss, quickly spoke up to try and get Mei Lin away.

"Master Merlin, didn't you say last night that you would show me the first draft? Go back and get it now."

Merlin was about to say there was no rush, but Ning Yan started sobbing.

“Jingmo, I heard Yaoyao was hospitalized, so I came to visit her. But she didn't really want to see me. I was about to leave when Master Merlin came over. I really like his work, so I chatted with him for a bit. But then…”

She choked up, her body trembling.

Lu Jingmo's cold gaze swept over Ning Yao, whose face remained calm, and he said in a low voice, "Continue."

Ning Yan judged from the look in his eyes that he still believed in her, so she continued, "Who knew that Master Merlin would criticize me so soon? But I don't blame the master. Yao Yao has been exchanging glances with the master, so I guess I was influenced by her. I wanted to argue with Yao Yao, but she turned around and said that I was shameless and shouldn't have met you."

Lu Jingmo's expression turned icy, his deep, indifferent eyes fixed on Ning Yao. "You really said those things?"

This had happened countless times before, and Ning Yao was already used to it.

"You already believe it, so why are you asking me?"

Lu Jingmo glared at her coldly, "Yanyan is your sister, why do you always pick on her?"

Merlin considered himself worldly-wise, but this was the first time he had ever seen someone like Ning Yan distort the truth right in front of him.

He thought Lu Jingmo wouldn't believe Ning Yan, but upon hearing this, he couldn't help but sigh.

He finally understood why Lu Jingmo, despite caring about Ning Yao, could never communicate properly with her.

"I just like to pick on her, what can you do about it? If you don't want her to suffer, then keep an eye on her and stop her from always causing trouble in front of me. I'm annoyed by you all!"

Lu Jingmo's face instantly turned ashen, his eyes seeming to spit fire.

His gaze pierced Ning Yao, and he said in a low voice, "Ning Yao, how dare you say that to me!"

Ning Yao was truly fed up. She met his gaze without flinching. "Lu Jingmo, that's enough. I do need your help, but I've done everything you asked. I don't owe you anything. I don't want to see you again. Can you get lost?"