Overnight, the matter became a hot topic online.
Tang Xiaomin was not in the entertainment industry, nor was she a celebrity.
Yet, the heat of her scandal dominated the headlines of major news sections.
For a time, words like promiscuous and fickle, among others, were associated with Tang Xiaomin's name.
She had, through "scandals" with three men, become a household name.
Xianfu Group.
Yan Jue, watching the news about Tang Xiaomin's scandal on his phone, was furious.
Without a word, he threw his phone to Lu Xing.
Lu Xing dared not catch it, and the phone fell to the ground, its screen shattering instantly.
Yan Jue took a breath and said in a relatively calm tone, "Who did this! Investigate! Find out who!"
In his anger, he slammed his fist on the desk, instantly smashing it to pieces.
Lu Xing gave Zhong Li a look, signaling him to come out and explain.
Zhong Li said in a deep voice, "Mr. Yan, I was right beside Miss Tang at the time. It was when that water truck came by, and that man shielded Miss Tang from the water. We weren't as close as the photos suggest. The photos are fake."
Upon hearing this, Yan Jue's arrogant eyes looked at Zhong Li, igniting even greater rage.
He shot up and, without a word, punched Zhong Li in the face.
Bang!
Zhong Li was sent flying by the punch, hitting the wall with a dull thud.
Zhong Li's face caved in from the blow, making his already fierce features look even more monstrous and terrifying.
He slowly got up, head bowed.
"Mr. Yan, I'm sorry."
Seeing this, Lu Xing was filled with regret.
Zhong Li was too honest. How could he have told Mr. Yan the truth so straightforwardly?
Yan Jue snorted.
"I told you to protect her, why didn't you shield her from the splash?"
"You even let another man shield her from the splash. What good are you!"
Zhong Li felt so wronged.
Not to mention that the splash wasn't big at the time, and there was no need to shield her.
Besides, it was that man who insisted on being attentive and proactive.
Could someone who had never been in love think of such things?
Regardless, he was wrong.
"I know I was wrong, I deserve punishment."
Seeing that Zhong Li was about to be punished, Lu Xing said.
"Mr. Yan, this is someone deliberately smearing Miss Tang. The person who deserves punishment is the mastermind behind this. We must not let that person get away."
Yan Jue gave Lu Xing a glare.
"What are you still standing there for? Go investigate!"
...
With that, Zhong Li and Lu Xing quickly exited the office.
In a corner, Tang Xiaomin was engrossed in her computer.
She was already accustomed to Yan Jue's anger.
"Don't put too much pressure on the two of them. I'll investigate this matter myself."
Truth be told, Yan Jue was somewhat angry with Tang Xiaomin.
It was because there were always men who, despite lacking foresight, harbored desires for her.
After much thought, Tang Xiaomin was still unmarried, which was why she attracted others' attention.
"I heard you met with that Mr. Pan and had a good conversation?" Yan Jue asked.
Tang Xiaomin didn't deny it.
"We just chatted a bit. He must have a purpose for coming to Modu this time. Also, I think his company has a promising future, and I plan to invest in him." Sudang Novel Network
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Upon hearing this, Yan Jue immediately became displeased.
"Minmin, that man has ulterior motives, can't you see that?"
Although Yan Jue wasn't worried about Tang Xiaomin being snatched away.
However, the previous engagement between Tang Xiaomin and the Ye family still made Yan Jue feel very insecure.
Tang Xiaomin looked at the computer screen, a smug cold smile curling up at the corner of her mouth.
"A high-class hunter often appears as prey."
"Look, the mastermind has appeared."
Tang Xiaomin followed the clues and thoroughly investigated the scandal.
Although it took some time, the result was very satisfying.
There were quite a few people involved in the scandal.
The original photos were sent from Tang Yiyi's phone, meaning Tang Yiyi took the pictures.
She sent them to someone with status and means.
Then, that person used the photos to stir up trouble.
Later, even the Ye family got involved, making the matter known to everyone.
Although it was not clear if this matter was directed by Ye Fengxing himself.
However, Ye Fengxing had to take the blame for this.
Tang Xiaomin was worrying about how to intercept Ye Fengxing's investment in Mr. Pan.
Now, it came without any effort.
Yan Jue frowned upon seeing the name Tang Yiyi.
"Good people don't live long, while scourges last for millennia."
Tang Xiaomin didn't want him to interfere, so Yan Jue let her deal with that family.
Seeing Yan Jue's displeased expression, how could Tang Xiaomin not know his thoughts?
"Let the scandal simmer for now. Once things are settled, we'll make it official."
Make it official...
That meant openly admitting to the world that they were together.
Yan Jue dreamed of that day.
He never expected Tang Xiaomin to bring it up herself.
The corner of his mouth unconsciously curved into a satisfied arc, and his earlier anger vanished.
"This time, you're not allowed to lie to me."
"I can pinky-promise you, come here."
Tang Xiaomin extended her little finger, and then interlocked it with Yan Jue's.
It was a promise from her to him.
Tang Xiaomin went to work at Tang Corporation.
Yan Jue was so upset today that he couldn't even concentrate on sleeping.
While texting Tang Xiaomin, Lu Xing rushed in to report.
"Mr. Yan, it seems that some people from the underworld have been loitering around the vicinity of Xianfu Group recently. We don't know their intentions."
Yan Jue's lips curled into a bloodthirsty cold smile.
"From now on, if you see them, just eliminate them."
This...
Lu Xing felt that this might not be appropriate.
"Mr. Yan, should we tell Miss Tang and let her decide?"
Yan Jue shook his head.
"She's too kind lately. You are not to tell her about this. Just eliminate them."
"Yes, sir."
After all, it was the underworld people who came to provoke them. If they were eliminated, so be it. It was a warning to others.
...
Tang Xiaomin's scandal raged for three full days.
Tang Xiaomin herself did not take any action, letting the incident continue to escalate.
In any case, nothing could interfere with the current Tang Corporation.
Peter Pan couldn't stand it anymore.
He called Tang Xiaomin.
"Miss Tang, aren't you going to clarify the scandal?"
Tang Xiaomin feigned helplessness.
"I've already tried to handle it, but no matter what statement I issue, it's quickly deleted. I don't know why, it's not like someone is deliberately targeting me, is it?"
"Mr. Pan, how about this, I'll write a song for your brand, and you can help me clarify this matter. Please."
"I've been so verbally attacked lately that I don't dare to go out."
...
Hearing that Tang Xiaomin was suffering so much from cyberbullying, Peter Pan expressed his sympathy.