As Jiang Ling was agonizing over the mess left by the original owner, her phone suddenly rang. Glancing at the caller ID, she saw it was 'Xiao Wang'.
Xiao Wang was Shen Mingjue’s personal assistant. After Jiang Ling entered the industry, she always turned to Shen Mingjue for help whenever she encountered difficulties. Shen Mingjue, finding it bothersome, gave Xiao Wang’s number to the original owner, telling her to contact Xiao Wang if she needed anything. Over time, they became familiar with each other.
Seeing Xiao Wang’s call, Jiang Ling’s mind raced, and she pressed the answer button, saying, "Hello!"
From the other end of the phone, Xiao Wang's voice came through, "Miss Jiang, hello!"
Jiang Ling replied coolly, "Is there something?"
Xiao Wang said, "Young Master Shen wishes to see you. Please come to his office at 3 PM this afternoon."
"Alright, I'll be there on time!"
Jiang Ling had read the original novel and knew that Shen Mingjue was calling her to break up. She recalled that in the novel, Shen Mingjue had proposed a mutual parting of ways, offering to handle the breach of contract fees and giving her ten million as a breakup sum. However, the original owner refused to break up, acting out in various destructive ways, ultimately leading to her own demise. Rather than clinging to a man who didn't love her, it was better to seize this opportunity to end things cleanly and start her life anew. Wasn't it better to focus on her career than to play the role of a wicked supporting character?
Sister Sa’s spirit perked up when she heard Jiang Ling was going to see Shen Mingjue. She quickly urged, "Perform well, snatch Young Master Shen’s heart back! Don't you dare lose to that vixen."
Jiang Ling, who was aiming for a relaxed life, nodded and replied, "Don't worry, with my beauty, how could I possibly lose to that little b*tch? Wait for my good news!"
With a sudden burst of energy, she hopped off the sofa and began to prepare.
At 3 PM, Jiang Ling arrived at Shen Mingjue’s office precisely on time. Shen Mingjue was dressed in a silver-grey suit. His features were deep-set, his eyes bright and piercing, adding a formidable sharpness to his handsome appearance. He sat opposite Jiang Ling with a cold expression.
Jiang Ling’s eyes darted, and a look of delight spread across her face. "Mingjue, it’s so wonderful to have you by my side. Sister Sa mentioned a new high-end Japanese restaurant called 'Kaiseki' recently opened in Modu. Shall we go try it tonight?"
Seeing her joyous expression, Shen Mingjue frowned slightly and said coldly, "The situation is critical, and you still have the mood for Japanese food? You truly are heartless."
Jiang Ling’s face stiffened at his words. She replied in an even gentler tone, "I know you're still angry with me, but I had my reasons. That day, the kidnapper pushed me, and I fell, causing my leg to cramp. That's why I couldn't rush forward immediately, and An Qiuyan snatched the opportunity. But my feelings for you are genuine, you must believe me!"
Shen Mingjue let out a cold snort. "There's no need to say such hypocritical words. They make me sick."
"Mingjue…"
"Silence!" Shen Mingjue’s voice rose, sternly reprimanding her, "You cowardly, selfish woman! Don't you dare address me by that name. You are not worthy!"
Jiang Ling's face filled with fear, and she quickly tried to defend herself, "You have to believe me, I'm really not the kind of person you think I am, I..."
"Enough, stop saying such disgusting things!" Shen Mingjue interrupted her with utter disdain, his eyes devoid of any warmth. "I'll be direct. I called you here today to dissolve our engagement!"
"What? Dissolve the engagement?"