The matriarch has returned; that spendthrift son is truly daring!

A bold idea sprouted in Lin Wan's mind, and she bit her rosy lips, "I want to be with you."

Song Yanzhao refused without even thinking, "No way!"

He only had his career on his mind and never thought about starting a relationship.

He admitted that his reaction to Lin Wan was somewhat irrational.

But it's definitely not about development...

Lin Wan's eyes welled up with tears. She had been delusional; it was she who had been chasing after him from the beginning.

She knew perfectly well that he only saw her as a substitute for Lin Jiao.

Undeterred, Lin Wan asked, "Song Yanzhao, did you ever really like me? Or did you just see me as...?"

Song Yanzhao answered truthfully, "Didn't you already know that from the beginning?"

"I understand."

The only person he ever loved was Lin Jiao. No matter how hard she tried or how close she got to him, she was never in his heart.

Song Yanzhao watched her departing figure, wanting to say something but holding back.

The two signed a stand-in contract. Lin Wan took the initiative. That was a year ago when he suffered a huge blow because he was labeled as a stigma after appearing in a movie.

He fell from heaven to the bottom overnight, and during that time he was depressed and lost his fighting spirit.

Lin Wan appeared at this moment, saying that she wanted to be the substitute in his heart.

He was completely bewildered. Lin Wan had already begun to take care of him, keep him company, do his laundry and cook for him, and take care of everything in his life.

She even produced a body double contract, saying she was available whenever he needed her, but he didn't understand where he got a body double from.

Only after Lin Jiao returned to China did he learn that she had always mistakenly believed he liked Lin Jiao.

Lin Jiao strode to catch up with Lin Wan, her tone extremely unfriendly, and said, "Lin Wan, are you so smug? What, do you really think that exposing the fact that I'm not sick will make Song Yanzhao look at you differently? Heh, you think too highly of yourself. Lin Wan, you're just my substitute. You should know your place. In front of me, you're nothing."

Lin Wan clenched her fists, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath. She and Song Yanzhao weren't only wronged.

Take what you need.

A year ago, she went to Song Yanzhao partly out of selfishness, and partly because her family's company needed someone to be their spokesperson, even though Song Yanzhao had already fallen from grace.

However, its influence remained unaffected, allowing it to save the Lin Group in time.

Lin Wan refused to speak to her and turned to leave.

Lin Jiao followed up again, "Lin Wan, if you know what's good for you, quit the entertainment industry."

Lin Wan stopped and turned around, her eyes open and honest. "Why should I?"

Lin Jiao: "Just because I'm Song Yanzhao's girlfriend, he'll help me out, unlike you, a clown, who's always hanging around in front of him."

Lin Wan sneered, "Girlfriend? I think it was ex-girlfriend."

Lin Jiao sensed the sarcasm in her voice and snorted coldly, saying, "So what? It's only a matter of time before we get back together. And it's time for you, the substitute, to leave the stage. After all, the main character is back, and the supporting character has to get out."

Lin Wan appeared expressionless, but her heart felt as if it were being squeezed tightly by a pair of large hands, making it impossible for her to breathe or beat.

Lin Jiao pushed her aside and strode away.

Song Shuyue watched the group from upstairs with great interest, while Song Qinghong rested her chin on her hands, looking utterly bored.

Suddenly noticing a familiar figure from behind, I squinted and took a closer look—it was Shen Shiming!

It was him. Who would have thought that a high-ranking figure like the president of a multinational corporation would come to a place like this?

There's no doubt he's here to see some female confidante.

After instructing Song Shuyue, Song Qinghong secretly went over and took out her phone, ready to take pictures at any time.

You should know that she was engaged to this scoundrel.

They still managed to get some photos of him cheating, so canceling the engagement wasn't that simple.

Song Qinghong became happier the more she thought about it, and slowly moved closer.

Shen Shiming's face was dark and sullen. The woman opposite him was relentless and kept pestering him whenever she encountered him.

"Mr. Shen, I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to. Let me wipe it for you!"

As she spoke, the woman reached out and tried to touch his clothes.

Shen Shiming took two steps back and wiped the powder off his sleeves expressionlessly.

"unnecessary."

"Mr. Shen, don't go! I accidentally spilled my powder on your clothes. I'm so embarrassed. Let me wipe it off for you!"

The woman stared intently at the tall, handsome man before her, a man she knew she would never have the chance to meet in her entire life.

If I could catch his eye, rising to the top in one step wouldn't be a dream.

Shen Shiming's tone was sharp, and his eyes were displeased. "I said I don't need it!"

Because she was a girl, Shen Shiming couldn't say anything harsh.

"I'm so sorry, Mr. Shen, but I won't feel at ease if I don't get your forgiveness today! So whatever you ask for, I will do my best to fulfill it."

As she spoke, the woman winked at him, the unspoken meaning of her words clear.

Disgust flashed in Shen Shiming's eyes. He wasn't stupid; how could he not understand the meaning behind her words?

Sure! Trying to seduce him in this way is really overestimating yourself.

Just as Shen Shiming was about to tell his assistant to deal with this person, his gaze inadvertently fell upon Song Qinghong.

Got you.

Shen Shiming smiled and his eyes brightened slightly. "Miss, please stay away from me. My wife is right behind me."

Upon hearing the word "Madam," the woman was visibly startled, and a look of fear flashed across her eyes.

You must know that for scions of prominent families like theirs, the importance of marrying someone of equal social standing has always been placed on matching social status. His wife must be of extraordinary background, and if she is misunderstood, her career will be ruined.

Upon hearing the word "Madam," Song Qinghong frowned. When did this guy get married?!

Before she could think further, she heard Shen Shiming call out to her, "Madam, I've been looking for you for so long, so you've been here all along."

Song Qinghong's eyes widened. Was the madam calling her?

Shen Shiming's long legs brought him to her side in just a few steps. He put his arm around her waist and spoke in a gentle and refined voice.

"Madam, please don't misunderstand. The powder on my body was accidentally put on by her. I didn't touch her. Please don't be angry, Madam."

How could Song Qinghong not be angry?

This guy! Not only did he put his arm around her waist, he also pinched the soft flesh on her waist.

Song Qinghong glared at him fiercely, "Shen Shiming, you!"

The woman opposite her was already pale with fright. Just one glance revealed that the clothes Song Qinghong was wearing cost her more than she could afford to pay for them over the years.

With a stiff smile, he explained to Song Qinghong, "Madam Shen, I accidentally put it there. I really didn't mean to. Please forgive me."

"I don't"

She was interrupted by Shen Shiming before she could even open her mouth, who said, "Madam, they've already explained, you should believe them now!"

After saying that, he leaned down and whispered in her ear, in a voice only the two of them could hear, "I'll give you a promotion and a raise."

Upon hearing about the promotion and raise, Song Qinghong's eyes lit up. She quickly grabbed his arm, snorted coldly, and said, "I barely believe you. Come back with me right now."

After saying that, Song Qinghong seemed to remember something and reached out to grab his ear.

"Without my orders, who gave you permission to come here on your own? I think you really want to cheat on me, don't you? You don't even know who you are. If you dare to make a sound under my nose, I'll cut off your thing."

Song Qinghong felt a sense of satisfaction; this guy finally got a chance to be taught a lesson by her.

Shen Shiming's smile deepened. "Madam, I understand."