Chapter 390: 390: Did it disgust you last night?!

Translator: 549690339

“If you’re not willing to divorce peacefully, I’m going to sue in court to forcibly dissolve our marriage!” Qin Keqin issued an ultimatum.

Yin Bin’s face turned cold and ominous!

Qin Keqin didn’t even seem to expect any answer from Yin Bin, as though the decision had already been made and she didn’t need to say another word to him.

She turned and walked away.

Yin Bin didn’t try to hold her back.

He just asked her, “Qin Keqin, do I really disgust you that much?”

Qin Keqin’s footsteps faltered a bit.

“Did I disgust you last night?” Yin Bin asked her.

Qin Keqin’s throat moved slightly, she said, “Yes, very much so!”

Yin Bin’s face was ashen, his fists unconsciously tightened, as he tried to contain his violent emotions.

Qin Keqin just walked away like that.

Her sudden departure, even so close, he felt he could not approach her.

The emotions that Yin Bin was holding back were on the verge of eruption, but he ruthlessly suppressed them again.

He turned from the direction of Qin Keqin, walking away from the villa.

He sat in the car, pulling out his phone to make a call.

The call got through, and a cautious voice answered, “Yin Bin…”

“What did you say to Qin Keqin!” Yin Bin roared at the person on the other end of the call, his tone bursting with anger that startled Lin Ximeng into silence.

Lin Ximeng’s silence made Yin Bin’s face turn even more ghastly.

“You just wait!” Yin Bin abruptly hung up, throwing his cell phone onto the dashboard with a resounding thud.

With a press on the gas pedal, he sped off like a madman.

In a room on the second floor of the villa.

Qin Keqin stood by the window, watching Yin Bin drive away recklessly, at an astonishing speed.

She retracted her gaze, her expression cold and detached.

She leaned against her balcony, watching the servants clean up the messy room, watching them restore everything until it looked exactly like it did before, at which point she allowed them to leave.

She was really tired.

Physically really tired, at the thought of what happened last night…

She appeared very calm.

Indeed, she was not a naive young girl, and did not need to dwell on such issues.

She just felt a bit nauseous.

Really nauseous.

She took off her clothes and went to the bathroom to wash and wash again.

If Yin Bin wasn’t like that, if they could maintain the status quo of their marriage, perhaps they could continue living together…

However.

She had to admit she couldn’t accept it, couldn’t accept everything Yin Bin did last night.

She showered for a long time.

After showering, she draped a towel around herself and laid on the big bed with fresh sheets.

She made a call to Yin Qin.

The call got through, “Mom, where have you been? You didn’t come to the hospital and dad’s been looking for you too?”

“I’m a bit busy today and won’t be able to come to the hospital, you make sure to take good care of Xiaolang, okay?”

“Oh.” Yin Qin nodded obediently, but couldn’t help asking, “Did something happen between you and dad? His actions today in looking for you were really strange…”

“Just to let you know, your father and I are officially divorcing…”

“Why?!” Yin Qin seemed agitated.

After dragging it out for over 20 years, they’re now talking about divorce.

Have they both gone crazy?

“Just can’t live together anymore.” Qin Keqin gave him a perfunctory reply and didn’t wish to elaborate, “You make sure to look after yourself, alright.”

Then, she hung up.

Qin Keqin didn’t want to explain too much to her son.

Marriage was a matter of her own choice. Even as a part of the Yin family, Yin Qin should only have the right to know but not to advise or make decisions.

She lay on the bed, tired, with her eyes closed.

Illusions reel before her closed eyes…images that could drive someone mad.

She thought, she couldn’t live in this place any longer!

Yin Bin parked his car on the side of the road, seething with rage.

With a deadly expression, he knocked on Lin Ximeng’s door.

When the door was opened, Lin Ximeng was visibly upset. Before Yin Bin could even speak, she broke down in tears, her tears flowing endlessly, like a broken faucet.

At that moment, Yin Bin’s anger was momentarily subdued.

It seemed as though Lin Ximeng had a good grasp on Yin Bin’s weaknesses.

She apologized in a voice choked with sobs, “I’m sorry Yin Bin, I’m sorry. I cheated on Qin Keqin. It was me who told her that we spent last night together, that you gave me money to accompany you…all were lies made up by me. I have no shame. I love you so much that I can’t let you go. I destroyed your relationship with her. You can either hit me or scold me!”

As she spoke, her tears flowed freely.

Yin Bin’s expression grew increasingly grim.

Lin Ximeng cried and cried, as if she had committed an unforgivable crime and couldn’t even forgive herself.

It was indeed a heart-wrenching moment.

Not only did Yin Bin come to confront her with a grim face, even more crucial was, she had failed again last night.

She had made all the preparations, drugged Yin Bin with a potent drug, and when everything was ready and she was about to send pictures to Qin Keqin, knocks sounded on her door. She didn’t want to answer it, but the noise attracted the attention of those around her. It seemed as if the person outside wouldn’t leave unless she opened the door!

Lin Ximeng had no choice but to open the door.

Standing outside the door was Yin Bin’s driver.

Lin Ximeng was surprised to see him.

The driver said, “Mr. Yin instructed that if he didn’t leave by 10 p.m., I should come up to pick him up, saying he might be drunk!”

At that moment, Lin Ximeng had the urge to kill.

She didn’t expect that while she was plotting against Yin Bin, he was also on guard against her.

“He fell asleep and said he wouldn’t leave tonight. You can go ahead.”

“Mr. Yin gave me strict instructions that unless he told me in person, nobody else, except for Miss Qin, his wife, could make that decision. I’m sorry, Miss Lin, I’ll have to take Mr. Yin with me.” The driver resolutely pushed past her into her room.

In the room, Yin Bin had undressed substantially.

The driver tried to wake Yin Bin but to no avail.

Lin Ximeng said, “Stop trying, he’s really asleep and can’t leave. Don’t worry, if your boss asks tomorrow, I’ll say it was my decision. You don’t have to burden yourself with it. It’s late now, you better head back. Sorry for making you wait so long.”

She put on a charming smile, a soft, enticing expression that could make any man’s heart flutter.

But the driver remained unyielding, insisting firmly, “Mr. Yin made it clear that he would not take orders from anyone else but himself or his wife Miss Qin. Sorry, Miss Lin, but I’m taking Mr. Yin away.”

And with that, he bent over to dress Yin Bin.

Watching Yin Bin and the driver, Lin Ximeng felt like exploding.

It never crossed her mind that Yin Bin could love Qin Keqin to such an extent, to the point that he even disregarded anyone else’s words, except for Qin’s.

She was the wife!

She was Yin Bin’s wife!

At that moment, she felt frantic, almost out of her mind, and pushed the driver away forcefully.

The driver stumbled and fell to the ground.

Lin Ximeng glared at the driver and yelled, “No one can take him away from here, get out!”

The driver hadn’t gotten up yet.

The man on the bed woke up.

She had known about the temporary nature of the drug.

But without the driver, everything would have been settled by now.

Yin Bin coldly said, “Lin Ximeng, behave yourself!”

His tone was ice cold.

Lin Ximeng turned to look at him.

From a monstrous fury that was ready to eat someone alive, she quickly switched to a meek and pitiful little woman.

She said, “Yin Bin, you’re drunk. I don’t want to cause any more trouble, but he…”

“I said it,” Yin Bin interrupted coldly.

Then, he got up from the bed directly.

But his body was still a bit indisposed.

In that moment, Yin Bin did not realize that he had been drugged—he simply thought he was feeling the aftereffects of the Baijiu.

He had a tough time getting up.

The driver hastily helped him.

Lin Ximeng was still reluctant. She walked over saying, “It’s late now, don’t go. Why do you have to return home? Wouldn’t it be better to stay here, with me?”

“No.” Yin Bin bluntly responded to her, “My home is not here with you.”

Having dropped those cold words, he was assisted by the driver and they left.

“Yin Bin!” Lin Ximeng called out loudly after him!

Yin Bin didn’t pause.

He still felt a bit off.

The feeling was somewhat indescribable.

“Yin Bin.” Lin Ximeng’s voice escalated, “Do you really think that Qin Keqin misses you? I’ve just sent her a photo of you sleeping soundly on my bed. Guess what she said?”

Yin Bin immediately froze.

Seeing Yin Bin’s reaction, Lin Ximeng’s face turned even grimmer.

Once anything about Qin Keqin was mentioned, he would be instantly affected by her. This upset Lin Ximeng greatly!

They were supposed to be the couple!

They were supposed to be in love; Qin Keqin was just an interloper!

Yin Bin turned to look at her, “What did she say?”

His gaze was piercingly sharp, and his rage at that moment was enough to make her not dare to lie.

She never even considered lying.

She showed him the message on her phone, “She told me, ‘We’re not young anymore, take it easy.’ She just told us to take it easy!”

Yin Bin’s face darkened.

Standing at such a close proximity to him, Lin Ximeng could feel Yin Bin’s overwhelming rage. It made her not dare to get any closer.

She just watched Yin Bin, saw his unmistakable anger, and saw how it continued to grow until finally, he swallowed it all back down.

He swallowed it all back down!

She thought that a proud man like Yin Bin, after everything Qin Keqin had done, probably wouldn’t go back. He definitely couldn’t go back. But, in the next second, he suddenly turned around and left, suddenly disappeared, leaving her alone, left her so furious she felt like killing!

In what ways can she not compare to that bitch Qin Keqin!

Just because Qin Keqin’s status allowed her to accompany him for so many years, and she was not worthy?!

She genuinely couldn’t take it. She really couldn’t let herself continue to endure.

So, when Qin Keqin came to her today, she made up a bunch of lies without any regard for the consequences. Even if it made her look pathetic, shameless in front of Yin Bin. Even if she couldn’t get Yin Bin, she was not going to let Qin Keqin have him!

But in this moment, facing Yin Bin, she was still shaking.

She was genuinely scared that Yin Bin might kill her.

She looked at him painfully as Yin Bin silently glared at her.

She confessed, “I was in the wrong. I shouldn’t have lied or disrupted your relationship but, Yin Bin, I really do love you. That’s why I did this. I don’t want to leave you. I just want to fix our relationship. At our age, and given my past experiences, do you think I’d ruin myself like this if I didn’t truly want to hold onto you?”

Lin Ximeng said solemnly, and as she spoke, her uncontrollable tears started falling, and her sobbing became more intense.

She continued forcefully, “Yin Bin, I did this because I love you very much. I know that I’ve done wrong, but I couldn’t control myself! When Qin Keqin approached me today, I actually felt guilty. I didn’t want to do this, but do you know what? Qin Keqin told me she doesn’t really like you at all. She said that your marriage has long since reached its end. She even told me that she would like if you and I could be together, that she doesn’t care about you…”

Yin Bin’s suppressed emotions kept building.

“She even hopes that I can be with you so that she can divorce you smoothly.” Lin Ximeng said clearly, one word at a time.

So…

At that moment, Yin Bin laughed coldly.

So, he was so angry at Lin Ximeng and convinced that it was her deliberate manipulation that led to Qin Keqin’s sudden aggressiveness today, but perhaps, Qin Keqin had long been hoping for a day like this, a day where she could end their relationship without any guilt.

He was making excuses for himself, even reassuring himself that Qin Keqin’s actions today were because she had feelings for him, that it was because of these feelings that she behaved like this.

That was not the case.

She just wanted to divorce him.

His face turned bitter and the expression stayed.

Lin Ximeng also waited for a long time as Yin Bin remained silent. She spoke hesitantly, “I’m sorry, Yin Bin. If I’ve caused you any trouble, I’ll go and explain all this to Qin Keqin right away. I’ll tell her immediately that I was just too jealous of your relationship with her and made all of this up. I’ll call her right now.”

While saying this, she hastily took out her phone.

“No need.” Yin Bin interrupted, speaking coldly.

Lin Ximeng looked at him in surprise, seemingly unsure why he wouldn’t let her explain.

But Yin Bin knew all too well.

No matter how Lin Ximeng explained, it wouldn’t help. Not only was it useless, she might even think that he was forcing Lin Ximeng into doing these things.

By then, in Qin Keqin’s eyes, he would seem even more despicable.

At this point.

In fact, at this very moment, he was still considering what Qin Keqin might think of him.

He laughed coldly.

His cold, sneering smile appeared slightly ferocious.

Lin Ximeng didn’t dare say a single word.

She didn’t understand what Yin Bin’s current demeanor meant. He was clearly smiling, but it was even more terrifying than before, as if he was shrouded in a chilling aura that one wouldn’t dare approach.

So it went.

The stalemate lasted for a long time.

Lin Ximeng’s heart was pounding as she couldn’t fathom what Yin Bin was thinking, confronting him with bated breath.

Then he suddenly said, “Since you’re so willing to stay by my side, then stay by my side!”

At that moment, Lin Ximeng was stunned.

She thought she had misheard.

She stared straight at Yin Bin.

And watched as he repeated, “Since Qin Keqin is so eager for me to be with you, let’s be together, to show her how happy she would be!”

The fragment of joy in her heart was stifled, only to be doused by a bucket of cold water.

It was still for Qin Keqin, for that bitch Qin Keqin!

Yet, even if it was for Qin Keqin, she was willing. Even if Yin Bin was doing this to spite Qin Keqin, she accepted!

One day, Yin Bin would definitely be hers!

There were 3 days left until Song Zhizhi’s trial!

3 days’ time.

Ji Baili returned from Yancheng county.

He went straight to Ji Baijian’s house.

Ji Baijian had been secluding himself at home these past few days, not stepping out the front door, looking for clues at home.

Ji Baili reported, “I’ve taken care of everything you asked me to do. I’ve also secretly relocated the neighbors of Liang Ping’s parents from Yancheng County to Jin City. They’re waiting to testify in court.”

“Good.” Ji Baijian nodded.

“How are things on your end?”

“Not bad.” Ji Baijian replied indifferently.

Plenty of evidence could logically argue Song Zhizhi’s innocence, but a thorough investigation from the authorities was needed. That meant fighting for justice in court through words.

“How about Zaozao’s end?” Ji Baili then asked.

“We are short of one key piece of evidence. Xin Zaozao is trying to persuade the other party now.”

“Will she be in danger?” Ji Baili voiced his concern.

“No, I’ve been secretly watching.” Ji Baijian stated bluntly, “You’ve worked hard for so long, you should go back and rest.”

“Alright.” Ji Baili didn’t say more.

As he was about to leave.

Ji Baili suddenly spoke up, “Although it seems abrupt to discuss other matters with you at this time, and it will take up your time, have you been following the recent news about my sister and Yin Qin?”

“Yes, I have.” Ji Baijian answered coolly.

“Do you have any thoughts about it?” Ji Baili probed.

“Baixin’s affairs, we shouldn’t get involved. That is her business.”

“I also feel this way, but after all, she is my sister and your younger sister, right?” Ji Baili was somewhat torn at heart.

“Even so, this is still her business. How many times have we warned her about this in the past? Now finally, she won’t learn until she hits the wall. Let her solve it herself.”

“Since you said so, I’ll listen to you.” In front of his big brother, he was still a dutiful younger brother, “But it seems Yin Qin isn’t indifferent to my sister…”

“You needn’t worry about him either,” Ji Baijian asserted confidently. “Their feelings are their own business.”

“Are you also encouraging my sister to stay with Yin Qin? Brother, don’t you think you’re being too selfish? Luo Xiaolang has even given birth to Yin Qin’s son; isn’t it improper for you to indulge them so?”

“I don’t support him being with anyone. But if Yin Qin is foolish to the point of still not coming to his senses, even if you try to stop him, what use would it be?!” Ji Baijian saw things very clearly. “Regardless of whether it’s Yin Qin or Baixin, they themselves will know how their feelings develop. If they mess things up in the end, it’s them who have to deal with the consequences, not anyone else.”

Well, okay then.

Ji Baili didn’t say more.

His older brother was indeed more rational than he was, far more rational, in fact.

At such a time, it was best for him to obediently listen to his elder brother.

As he thought this, he drove towards the Ji Family residence.

Suddenly remembering something, he made a call.

His heartbeat was still somewhat irregular.

Ji Baili controlled his emotions. “Zaozao.”

“Baili, are you back?”

“Yes, I just returned.”

“Have you settled everything?” Xin Zaozao asked with concern.

“It went rather smoothly.”

“That’s good.”

“And you?” Ji Baili asked.

“I’m getting the last piece of evidence now, I don’t think there’s much of a problem. I won’t say more; the person I’m meeting has arrived. We’ll chat again later.”

Saying this, she ended the call abruptly.

Ji Baili felt somewhat dejected.

He couldn’t help but feel that he was making too much out of his own feelings.

In reality, Xin Zaozao truly didn’t like him, did she?

In the past, he always thought that finding a partner was tough for his brother and Yin Qin. Now his brother is married and their relationship is great. As for his brother, he was always remarkable in all things, so he had gotten used to living in his shadow. The key issue was Yin Qin, the unreliable Yin Qin, who already had a son!

Only he was still alone and pitifully one-man.

The more he thought about it, the colder his heart felt.

Meanwhile,

Xin Zaozao sat in a café, which was rather dim. She chose a spot near the corner.

After a while,

A figure approached Xin Zaozao.

Xin Zaozao stood up and gave a slight smile. “Please, sit.”

The woman anxiously sat down, holding a stack of papers in her hand.

“What would you like to drink?” Xin Zaozao asked, appearing relaxed.

“President Xin, I don’t need anything to drink. The reason I agreed to meet you is so I could give you these documents from my possession. I know they are useful to you, and to Manager Song. However, please do not betray me, or tell anyone that you got this information from me. My financial situation at home is poor, and I can’t afford to lose this job,” Zhang He said with trepidity.

Xin Zaozao simply nodded, “Don’t worry, I won’t say a word.”

Zhang He hesitated before handing over the documents to Xin Zaozao.

Xin Zaozao didn’t open the papers immediately, but put them aside instead.

Zhang He spoke again, “This file contains all the agreements made with the residents during the demolition process. Everyone had signed their agreement before we proceeded. All compensation schemes for everyone can be found in this file as well. The originals have been recollected by Commercial Management, and we have not been allowed to retain any. I thought it might be useful to Manager Song, so I secretly took pictures and kept them.”

“You did the right thing. Let me thank you on behalf of Song Zhizhi.”

Zhang He shook her head, “No need to thank me, I am feeling very guilty now. Due to the current situation, I dare not testify in court. Commercial Management has forbidden all its staff from talking about Manager Song’s case. We have been ordered not to respond to any questions from the media or anyone else. Manager Song’s demolition case has become a forbidden topic for us, an unspeakable secret. Everyone is scared now.”

Xin Zaozao clenched her teeth.

It must have been Ye Wenhan’s doing, only he had such ability.

“These documents can indeed be helpful. I will trouble President Xin then,” Zhang He suddenly stood up from her seat. She continued, “I better not stay any longer. If they find out, it would be disastrous. I will take my leave now, President Xin.”

She then left very respectfully.

Watching Zhang He leave, Xin Zaozao did not linger either. She picked up the documents and left the café.

Ji Baijian had asked her to find evidence from within Commercial Management, ideally getting her hands on some original data from the demolition plan. After her investigation, she had set her sights on Song Zhizhi’s assistant, considering Song Zhizhi’s character, the person closest to him couldn’t be untrustworthy.

She drove away with the documents in hand.

Only leaving after the car’s taillights had disappeared.

A woman just walked out of a small alleyway outside the cafe. She spoke into her phone, “I’ve given the document to Xin Zaozao.”

“Good.”

“However…”

“No howevers. Don’t worry. If you follow our arrangement, you will certainly thrive in the future!” The voice on the other end of the line answered decisively. “Zhang, you should know that this is what business competition is like. People are pragmatic. There’s no point in being fixated on one option.”

“I understand, but you have to keep your word.”

“You don’t need to worry about that. Once Song Zhizhi is in jail, I guarantee that we will rise meteorically.”

“Li Sheng, I’m relying on you.”

“Okay!”

The other party hung up.

Zhang He also hung up, making up her mind.

Manager Song, don’t blame me for being ruthless. I’m just trying to save myself. I can’t suffer with you.

While driving, Xin Zaozao dialed Ji Baijian’s number.

Ji Baijian said, “Come directly to me.”

“Okay.”

Xin Zaozao did not hesitate.

She quickly parked her car in Ji Baijian’s community, carrying the document she walked into the elevator.

Upon reaching the floor, she knocked and entered.

Xin Zaozao handed the document to Ji Baijian and followed him inside.

Ji Baijian opened the file and scrutinized it thoroughly.

Xin Zaozao waited silently.

After a long time.

Ji Baijian said, “This document seems to be fake.”

“What?” Xin Zaozao was surprised.

“The data is clearly incorrect. The amount stated for the demolition is greatly off. If we submit this document to court, Song Zhizhi will not only be implicated in a violent demolition, but also profiting from it. This will deepen his charges.”

“You mean the amount of demolition in this agreement is different from the amount stated in the commercial management’s document. In other words, the demolition amount in this document is less than what Song Zhizhi actually did. If we present this document, and the other party provides the official one, the charges against Song Zhizhi will worsen.”

“Exactly.” Ji Baijian affirmed.

Xin Zaozao clenched her teeth.

She had not expected to spend so much time to gather evidence that would end up implicating Song Zhizhi even more.

If it wasn’t for Ji Baijian noticing the discrepancy, she would have harmed Song Zhizhi!

“No need to blame yourself, getting Zhang He to provide this data was already a commendable act. The crucial point is, Ye Wenhan’s power within the commercial management is significant. I believe that aside from Zhang He, any individual who was responsible for this case would have given you the same thing. Qian Guanshu is also sly, it’s not as simple as we thought.”

“Then how did you notice that there was something wrong with this agreement?”

“Song Zhizhi occasionally works from home. I have seen her working on a document that mentioned an about a demolition agreement. Its amount is significantly different from this one.”

Xin Zaozao nodded.

She didn’t doubt Ji Baijian, she was just curious how he knew everything.

She thought, Ji Baijian was genuinely smart, thoughtful, she truly admired him.

She asked, “So what should we do now? At present, the only one who can appear in court and testify is Gao Chao. He can testify for Song Zhizhi, but without solid evidence, his words will just be statements. They will hardly become effective evidence.”

“I have already prepared things with Baili; don’t worry too much about everything else.”

“Okay.”

“You’ve worked hard these days, I want to thank you on behalf of my wife.”

“Mr. Ji, you’re too kind. Zhizhi is my good friend. Whatever she needs, I will definitely do my best to help!”

“Speaking of which, we may need your help later.”

“Mr. Ji, please speak.”

“The Milky Way is currently having some issues. I might need the Xin Group’s support. I cannot reveal the specifics, but it might involve a substantial amount of money!”

“No problem.” Xin Zaozao agreed immediately.

“Lastly, I want to ask, do you and Baili have a chance?” Ji Baijian suddenly asked.

Xin Zaozao was taken aback.

She hadn’t imagined that Ji Baijian would ask her this question at this time.

She always felt that at a crucial moment like this, all matters of the heart should be put aside.

Xin Zaozao hesitated, not knowing how to respond.

Ji Baijian said, “If there isn’t any possibility, then tell Ji Baili directly. Don’t let that fool think that after your unpleasant encounter with Mu Cidian, he has a chance again!”

“Okay,” Xin Zaozao nodded.

She never intended to hold anyone back.

She left Ji Baijian’s house.

No matter whether Mu Cidian was present or not, she and Ji Baili had become a thing of the past.

She really didn’t want to, at least not for a long time, indulge in so-called romantic love.

She would rather live alone for her whole life!

When she couldn’t accept a romantic relationship or even a marriage wholeheartedly, anyone with her was treated unfairly.

It wasn’t just unfair to others, but also to herself.

She took a deep breath.

She thought that perhaps she really should make things clear to Baili again.

Ye Family Villa.

Ye Wenhan’s face wore a crafty smile after receiving the phone call.

He said to his father, “The fish is hooked.”

“Great.” Qian Guanshu gave a chilly smile.

“Song Zhizhi thinks she has tricked me, and that Ji Baijian might assist her outside? I want Song Zhizhi to understand that angering me will not even be condoned by God! I want to let her know that Ji Baijian not only can’t help her, but can also harm her even more! This is what she deserves for underestimating me in the first place!”

“Calm down.” Qian Guanshu seemed very serious.

Ye Wenhan made an effort to curb his wild demeanor.

Qian Guanshu said, “Stay steady until everything is settled. Otherwise, giving away any hints would ruin everything!”

“I understand.”

“Get some rest. We’re going to court in two days. Remember to ask Jun Mingyu to return the video to you before the trial.”

“Okay.”

Qian Guanshu stood up from the sofa.

Watching his father’s retreating figure, Ye Wenhan couldn’t help being ecstatic about the upcoming events.

Only three days left, just three days!

Song Zhizhi would be cornered!

Three days later.

Song Zhizhi appeared in court for the alleged “violent forced demolitions” case.

The nation was watching closely.

Everyone was waiting for the judgement on this case, and they paid great attention to every detail. Within a short time, the case trended, and interest remained high.

Outside the courthouse.

Journalists had gathered early, making it almost impenetrable.

Ji Baijian arrived early at the destination.

He and Wen Tian appeared at the entrance.

As soon as he appeared, everyone flocked to him.

“Mr. Ji, what are your thoughts on your wife’s case? I heard that you are constantly trying to find evidence proving her innocence. Do you truly believe your wife is innocent, or are you blindly trying to cover up for her?!”

“Mr. Ji, is it true that your father strongly requested you to divorce Song Zhizhi?”

“Since Song Zhizhi has severed father-daughter ties in this case, why are you still so persistent? Don’t you think it’s a bit too emotional for the eldest son of Consortium Group to take a stand in front of right and wrong?”

“Mr. Ji, please answer the questions, Mr. Ji…”

A bunch of journalists were relentless in their pursuit.

Ji Baijian paused for a moment, then said, “I wasn’t planning on explaining anything to the media at this time. But since you are keen to know my thoughts, let me tell you straightforwardly. Just like the first time Song Zhizhi was wrongfully accused, I believe Song Zhizhi is innocent!”

“If she was innocent last time, does that mean she must be innocent this time too?”

“The court will give everyone a clear verdict!”

“If Song Zhizhi is found guilty, how will Mr. Ji deal with your relationship with her?”

“She is absolutely innocent. If not, I, Ji Baijian, will issue a public apology to people all over the world!”

There was a pause among the journalists.

Everyone was surprised by Ji Baijian’s confident tone.

Ji Baijian asked, “Not enough?”

“No, Mr. Ji, aren’t you worried that you might contradict yourself…”

“Mr. Ye is here!” Suddenly, a sharp voice shouted.

Everyone abruptly left Ji Baijian and gathered around Ye Wenhan and Qian Guanshu.

Ji Baijian glanced at Ye Wenhan, noting his present victorious demeanor.

Ye Wenhan was also looking back at him.

In that moment, his smile was particularly conspicuous.

He never thought there would come a day when his status in Jin City would surpass Ji Baijian’s so much.

All the journalists and media were clearly more interested in him.

Recalling how Song Zhizhi abruptly left him for Ji Baijian, he couldn’t wait for the day he could step on Ji Baijian.

Now, his wish had finally come true.

No words could express his joy!

Ye Wenhan didn’t bother giving Ji Baijian another glance; instead, he focused his attention on the journalists before him.

One of the journalists asked, “Mr. Ye, Mr. Ji just asserted without any doubt that Song Zhizhi is innocent. If she is found guilty, he said he would apologize to the world. What are your thoughts on Mr. Ji’s firm conviction?”

“I always thought Ji Baijian was a rational man, even an able man with his own thoughts. When Song Zhizhi chose to break up with me over him, I truly believed Ji Baijian was more competent and more reliable for a woman than me. But now, I can only say, perhaps I am sometimes short-sighted.”

“Does Mr. Ye mean you misjudged Ji Baijian’s ability?”

“Otherwise, why would he say something that could potentially slap his own face?” Ye Wenhan stated word by word.

“So, Mr. Ye is certain about Song Zhizhi’s guilt?”

“I’m not certain, but I have a clear understanding of what happened and what Song Zhizhi has done. As for the final result, please be patient, my journalist friends. I believe the court will deliver the fairest verdict.”

“Mr. Ye…”

“I appreciate the enthusiasm of my journalist friends. Sorry, the trial is about to begin, please make room!” Qian Guanshu interrupted, appearing somewhat domineering.

In that moment, the two guards behind Ye Wenhan forcibly pushed the reporters away, allowing Ye Wenhan and Qian Guanshu to leave easily.

Far away from the reporters.

Ye Wenhan couldn’t help but say to his father, “After this, let’s see how Ji Baijian can still show off.”

Qian Guanshu gave him a meaningful look.

Ye Wenhan wisely shut his mouth.

The two of them entered the courtroom and sat in the primary seats of the gallery.

Ji Baijian sat on the other side.

At the moment, there were only a few staff in the court.

Not many people were in the gallery, but more arrived gradually.

Ji Baili and Xin Zaozao arrived.

Even Yin Qin came from the hospital.

Ji Baijian glanced at him.

Yin Qin responded, “Don’t I even have the right to show concern since I didn’t help?”

Ji Baijian had no desire to bicker with him now.

Yin Qin didn’t say anything more.

At ten in the morning.

Song Zhizhi was escorted to the defendant’s stand.

Song Zhizhi’s eyes barely moved.

With a single glance,

She saw Ji Baijian.

Ji Baijian’s gaze was locked directly onto her.

In just one glance, it seemed as though they had exchanged a thousand words…