Chapter 113: Explosive News

He leisurely put down his phone and stretched.

He seemed completely detached from the various appearances that these marketing accounts and netizens were inventing for him.

Even through the screen, he could feel the bitterness of these people.

It was as if being rich and being handsome were two things that could not coexist.

Watching the speculations of those people online becoming increasingly absurd, the smile at the corners of Shen Huai's mouth deepened.

The higher the level of discussion, the greater the traffic.

It could be said that once this explosive news broke, it directly sucked up all the traffic on the internet.

It dominated the trending searches on major platforms for an entire day, and the whole nation was discussing it heatedly.

But on the other side.

Things were not so easy.

Li Xinran had just finished an interview and, surrounded by a group of bodyguards, arrived at the underground garage, wanting to sneak back to Xingyao.

As a result, the moment she poked her head out of the emergency exit, she was instantly blocked at the entrance by a swarm of reporters.

Instantly.

Camera flashes struck her like dense raindrops, making her dizzy and almost unable to stand steady! "Xinran, it is said that the Heir to the Shen Family attended the Ryan Press Conference specifically for you. Is that true?"

"Ms. Li, how long have you been dating the Heir to the Shen Family? How did you meet? Can you tell us the details?"

"Ms. Li, did you rely on the Shen Family's connections to become the first Spokesperson for Ryan?"

"Ms. Li, it is rumored online..."

"Sister Xinran,..."

The sharp questions were like keen blades, incessantly cutting at Li Xinran's eardrums.

She was flustered and wished she could find a crack in the ground to crawl into.

Specifically for her?

I'm afraid he came specifically to watch her make a fool of herself! Seeing that things were not right, Yu Xiang quickly gave a look, shielded Li Xinran behind her, and pushed her toward the car, "Everyone, please stop taking pictures. We will not answer any questions!"

"Stop shooting! Stop shooting! You will know all about these questions at the press conference! Please pay attention to the press conference!"

Yu Xiang repeated the same empty words over and over, but it was clear she could not handle these tricky reporters.

Seeing the reporters' emotions rising ever higher.

The group scrambled into the car like they were fleeing and escaped back to the company in a disheveled state.

"Team Leader Lin, what on earth should I do now!"

As soon as she entered Xingyao, Li Xinran rushed into Lin Yeman's office, grabbing her hair in a panic, "Those media outlets are simply acting like they're crazy!"

Hearing this, Lin Yeman elegantly put down the document in her hand and glanced at her indifferently: "Isn't this the life under the spotlight that you wanted?"

"... But... but..." Li Xinran hesitated.

She was already somewhat in the wrong for sneaking away from the company last night.

"Rest assured, I said that I would not pursue the matter of last night any further," Lin Yeman said in a calm tone, as if she had seen through Li Xinran's thoughts, "but I will only tolerate this once."

Having received Lin Yeman's renewed promise.

Li Xinran finally breathed a sigh of relief.

But when she thought about how her carefully orchestrated plan from last night had not only fallen through.

But she had also been taken advantage of by Shen Huai, who had gotten a hold on her.

Her heart remained suspended, never feeling at ease for a moment.

Lin Yeman took in her expression completely.

A faint, imperceptible cold smile appeared at the corner of her mouth: "Don't worry, the Shen Family side has already handled it for you."

"... H-handled it?" Li Xinran suddenly raised her head, her face full of disbelief, "Did the Shen Family really agree not to expose me in public?"

"Mm." Lin Yeman nodded calmly.

"Who handled it?"

"Shen Huai solved it for you."

"Shen Huai?"

Li Xinran acted as if she had heard some massive joke and couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Team Leader Lin, please don't joke. At best, he is just a Specialist in the Public Relations Department. What ability does he have to persuade the Shen Family?"

Hearing these words from Li Xinran.

Lin Yeman did not speak, but just looked at her meaningfully, her eyes carrying a trace of pity.

Li Xinran felt a bit creeped out by her gaze. Plus, she was already harboring a ball of frustration that she couldn't release, and the two words "Shen Huai" were like a trigger for her emotions.

Instantly, Li Xinran couldn't help but let her tone become somewhat sharp: "Team Leader Lin, I know you think highly of him, but you can't just grasp at straws when you're desperate!"

"But you also know that I had a brief relationship with Shen Huai, so I know him better than anyone."

"This person only talks a good game; his family is dirt poor, his parents have been working out of town for years, and he's penniless."

Li Xinran didn't notice the change in Lin Yeman's expression at all, and instead became more and more animated as she spoke: "Team Leader Lin, Shen Huai is best at lying. He said he communicated with them, but he probably didn't even get to see the faces of the Shen Family."

"You must, must not be fooled by him."

Li Xinran said indignantly, her face written with the word "disdain."

She simply did not believe that a poor Public Relations Specialist had any capital to communicate with the Shen Family!

Lin Yeman listened quietly until Li Xinran finished venting.

She remained silent throughout, only a faint, elusive smile appearing at the corner of her mouth.

She observed Li Xinran calmly, her indifferent expression as if she were watching a comical one-woman show.

In this circle, the one thing there is no shortage of is pretty faces.

Li Xinran certainly has some beauty, and she also has ambition.

The only thing she lacks is a brain.

"Instead of questioning others here, you should think about how to handle the reporters at the press conference in a few days,"

Lin Yeman threw a document onto the table and raised her eyes coldly, "Get out, I have other things to attend to."

Li Xinran was in the middle of speaking enthusiastically.

Lin Yeman's words were undoubtedly a bucket of cold water poured over her head.

Meeting her icy gaze, Li Xinran could only shut her mouth resentfully, bite her lip, and leave the office.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

There were 2 hours left until the press conference.

The Xingyao headquarters had long been surrounded by media from all over the world, packed so tightly not even a drop of water could pass through.

Everyone nearly trampled the threshold of the press conference venue, scrambling to secure the best camera positions.

Countless cameras were standing by, eagerly awaiting this highly anticipated press conference.

Backstage at the press conference.

Tong Yue had changed out of her usual casual attire.

She was dressed in a sharp black suit, her hair pulled up high, and her makeup was exquisite, yet it could not hide the exhaustion between her brows.

This press conference was not only crucial for Xingyao, but even more so for herself.

She absolutely would not allow any mistakes to happen.

"I'm sorry, the number you have dialed is powered off..."

Listening to the busy signal on the phone.

At this moment, the anxiety in Tong Yue's heart was rapidly magnifying.

This number was given to her by Ryan's side, and it was said to be the contact information for the Assistant to the Heir to the Shen Family.

However, since early this morning, Tong Yue had called countless times, and it had been powered off every single time.

There was less than two hours left until the start of the press conference.

Yet that person from the Shen Family still had not shown up.

She could not reach anyone by phone either.

Tong Yue's heart remained suspended, unable to settle.

She paced back and forth, the sound of her high heels striking the floor like a rapid drumbeat.

It hammered at everyone's nerves.

"Why won't they answer the phone? What exactly is going on..."

Tong Yue took a deep breath, suppressing the anger in her heart.

The press conference was imminent.

She had no time for wild thoughts now; even if she was panicked inside, she could not show it on the surface.

Tong Yue swept her sharp gaze around the room, finally landing on Fu Hai, who was yawning.

"Everyone, perk up! This press conference is being broadcast globally! If anyone drops the ball at a time like this, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

As she spoke, her tone suddenly paused.

Where did Shen Huai disappear to? (End of this chapter)