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

Song Yanbai came to Haishi to inspect work, and left after a short time.

Song Yanzhao was still investigating the mastermind behind the murder, but he wanted to see who was relentlessly insulting Yueyue.

What good does this do him? He has already clarified things.

They found someone, and Song Yanzhao planned to go and question him personally, but Song Shuyue didn't go.

Three hours later, Song Yanzhao returned dejectedly and slumped onto the sofa.

"Yueyue, I'm sorry, it was my fault that I caused the harm."

Song Shuyue didn't look up, looking at the book in her hand with a lazy expression, and casually said, "It was Lin Jiao who did it, wasn't it?"

Song Yanzhao turned around abruptly and met her indifferent expression. "Yueyue, how did you know? No, you knew in advance, didn't you?"

Song Shuyue glanced sideways at Song Yanzhao's serious expression. "That's how people are. You praise her highly once, and she won't allow anyone to challenge her position. It's only to be expected."

Song Yanzhao said dejectedly, "How could this happen? I only did it because I felt sorry for her..."

Was Lin Jiao's repeated actions, from Lin Wan to Yueyue, all because of him?

"The one in the wrong isn't you, it's her!"

If Lin Jiao had the right mindset, with Song Yanzhao's help, she could have easily gained a foothold. However, she was all talk and no action.

Being too jealous is just human nature; once they encounter something beyond their comprehension, they'll stop at nothing.

Regardless of the cost.

Song Yanzhao nodded; he understood.

Song Yanzhao immediately issued a statement to clarify all the rumors and gossip circulating online about him and Lin Jiao.

Lin Jiao panicked when she saw the overwhelming negative news about her online. Why was this happening?

Song Yanzhao!

Lin Jiao made several phone calls, but Song Yanzhao didn't answer, so Lin Jiao went directly to his house.

Song Yanzhao opened the door with a dark face. Lin Jiao looked flustered and stiffly tried to take his hand.

Song Yanzhao stepped back, his tone displeased, "What is it?"

"Ah Song, about what happened online, I..."

Before Lin Jiao could speak, Song Yanzhao said bluntly, "You did what happened last night, Lin Jiao. I almost don't recognize you anymore. Before, you said you were afraid of being bullied in the entertainment industry, so I ignored those rumors and let them develop so you could profit. But you shouldn't have schemed against her."

Lin Jiao was terrified, her eyes filled with fear, and her legs went weak.

"No, no, Ah Song, listen to me, there must be some misunderstanding. How could I do such a thing?"

"Enough! Lin Jiao, how long are you going to keep making excuses? The evidence is right in front of you."

Lin Jiao pleaded with Song Yanzhao again, but Song Yanzhao took a deep breath and looked on with disappointment.

"Lin Jiao, from now on, we are no longer friends. Whether you harm yourself or commit suicide, it will have no place in my heart."

After saying that, Song Yanzhao closed the door without waiting for Lin Jiao's reaction.

Lin Jiao's mind went blank, and her limbs felt stiff and cold as if they were frozen.

His face then gradually contorted, he clenched his fists, and stared resentfully at the doorway.

Song Yanzhao! You cannot abandon me, you absolutely cannot.

I will not give up.

Song Yanzhao's gaze was firm as he dressed and went out.

Song Yanzhao took the initiative to ask, "Where to?"

Song Yanzhao smiled faintly, "I've taken on two advertising jobs, time to go to work."

Song Shuyue smiled with relief and said nothing more. She watched him leave, opened the merit book, and saw that her debt had decreased.

Song Yanzhao wasn't going to work, but to find Lin Wan. Lin Wan was quite surprised. She put on her beautiful clothes, fixed her hair, and hurried downstairs.

"Song Yanzhao, you called for me."

Lin Wan ran down the stairs with joy, her graceful figure darting through the stairwell.

Song Yanzhao discovered that Lin Wan was actually very beautiful. When she smiled, it was as if the whole world loved her, and when she covered her face and cried, it was as if the whole world had abandoned her.

She should have had a better future, but because of this substitute contract, she was trapped by his side and could only play minor roles, not even a supporting actress.

"Yes, Lin Wan, I'm sorry."

Song Yanzhao's apology made Lin Wan's heart skip a beat, and a bad feeling welled up in her heart.

A look of panic flashed in Lin Wan's eyes. "What's wrong?"

Song Yanzhao took out the substitute contract and said, "Lin Wan, let's call this contract off."

The light in Lin Wan's eyes seemed to vanish in an instant as she stared at Song Yanzhao in disbelief. He...

You don't need yourself anymore, do you?

Lin Wan, didn't you already know this outcome?

Lin Wan slowly spoke, "Is it because of Lin Jiao?"

Song Yanzhao shook his head and, for the first time, seriously explained his relationship with Lin Jiao to her.

"Actually, you've been misunderstanding all along. Lin Jiao isn't my ex-girlfriend. Back in college, she was afraid of being bullied, so she asked if we could pretend to be dating. We have nothing to do with each other, and I don't like her. So you're not anyone's substitute."

Lin Wan's breath hitched, and she felt as if she had been thrown into a river, making it very difficult to breathe.

He said he had never liked Lin Jiao.

"Then why did you promise me?"

Song Yanzhao: "You helped me back then, helping me out of my darkest moment, so I agreed to your request. Lin Wan, thank you."

Lin Wan didn't know how to describe her feelings at this moment. He didn't treat her as a substitute; on the contrary, he was very grateful to her.

She should be happy.

However, at the same time, their relationship ended, and they could only be strangers from then on.

Song Yanzhao tore up the contract and threw it into the trash can, then stood up to leave.

Noticing Lin Wan's dejected and disappointed expression, he said, "Lin Jiao might cause you trouble. If you need any help during this time, just let me know. Lin Wan, you're very suited for the entertainment industry. Good luck, and let's meet at the top."

Lin Wan suddenly looked up, her eyes shining with shock, and said, "See you at the summit."

Yes, she should stand before him in the most dazzling and radiant way.

Lin Wan nodded heavily, unable to contain her emotions, and hugged Song Yanzhao tightly. "Song Yanzhao, I will definitely catch up with you."

"it is good."

After leaving Lin Wan's house, Song Yanzhao instructed his men to pay close attention to things happening around Lin Wan.

He had witnessed Lin Jiao's jealousy firsthand. From the heart transplant at the hospital to the birthday party and the online harassment, he had truly seen through Lin Jiao's true colors.

Thanks to Yueyue.

Now, when Song Yanzhao thinks about it, he feels a chill run down his spine.

If Lin Wan had actually gone into the operating room back then, what would have awaited her?

Song Yanzhao then ordered people to investigate the hospital's affairs and discovered that Lin Jiao had already bribed international organ traffickers.

Song Yanzhao's face darkened and became more sinister with each word he read.

He almost... almost!

Song Yanzhao closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and stretched out his hand. Sunlight filtered through his fingers, casting dappled patterns on his face.

After losing Song Yanzhao's protection, Lin Jiao not only had many actors request to terminate their contracts with her, but she also lost her advertising endorsements.

Lin Jiao's figure and appearance are not good enough, but her acting skills are also terrible.

If it weren't for the fact that she openly and secretly used the name of Song Yanzhao's beloved, she probably wouldn't have gotten these roles.

Such was reality. Lin Jiao screamed "Ah!" and threw everything in front of her away.