Lin Qiutong returned home, and Lin Lanxing immediately confronted her with anger, "Sister, I helped you so much today, why did you not speak up for me when everyone was mocking me?"
Lin Lanxing had been filled with anger since leaving the banquet venue, especially when people called her petty and someone who looked for trouble. In contrast, Lin Qiutong, also a daughter of the Lin family, was described as generous and sensible, a true lady of high society.
It was less anger and more a sense of being wronged.
If she hadn't tried to stand up for Lin Qiutong, would she have been publicly ridiculed?
What made her most upset was that after she left the banquet and waited at the door for so long, no one had chased after her to call her back.
Lin Qiutong hadn't even made a single phone call.
Now, she was caught in a no-win situation, while her sister appeared as if nothing had happened, her face radiating a happy and sweet smile.
Seeing Lin Lanxing, Lin Qiutong finally remembered her.
If Lin Lanxing hadn't insisted on making things difficult for Song Qinian at the banquet, how could Song Qinian have had the opportunity to steal the spotlight?
She sought humiliation herself and then questioned her!
Lin Qiutong reached out and hugged Lin Lanxing. Lin Lanxing struggled uncomfortably for a moment, then felt Lin Qiutong pat her back. "Xingxing, think carefully, did I not apologize to Song Qinian on your behalf in front of everyone?"
Just as Lin Lanxing was about to speak, Lin Qiutong continued, "Song Qinian is my love rival, she stole the man I love the most, but for you, I bowed my head to her. Do you know how heartbroken I was?"
"Song Qinian stole the spotlight in front of so many people, my dignity was trampled on by her. The Shen family looks down on me even more because of this, I..."
As she spoke of her sorrow and distress, Lin Qiutong even started to cry.
Lin Lanxing immediately felt guilty and became a little flustered, "I... I'm not blaming you, I'm just upset."
"I know, I'm upset too. Although Song Qinian is mute, she is cunning and pretends to be innocent. Our sisters have met their match this time."
Thinking of Song Qinian, Lin Lanxing's eyes were filled with rage, "Damn Song Qinian, I don't believe I can't defeat her!"
Lin Qiutong's eyes flickered slightly, and she let out a heavy sigh as she thought of something.
Then, she pushed Lin Lanxing away and looked at her with concern, "Xingxing, tell your sister, do you truly like Guan Mingxu?"
"I..."
The mention of Guan Mingxu made Lin Lanxing's face turn red. She instinctively retorted, "How could I..."
"If you don't like him, that's good. If you do, there's something I have to tell you. Guan Mingxu likes Song Qinian."
Lin Lanxing had already known this. At first, she thought Guan Mingxu was just toying with her, but she didn't expect him to be serious.
"Guan Mingxu even brought scar removal cream for Song Qinian today, he was so attentive and considerate towards her, he practically wanted to confess his love in public."
While speaking, Lin Qiutong kept an eye on Lin Lanxing's expression. Seeing Lin Lanxing's anger grow, she added fuel to the fire, "Song Qinian is clearly married to A Yan, yet she can't be content and runs off to seduce Guan Mingxu. Her methods are so potent, how could Guan Mingxu be a match for her?"
Lin Lanxing clenched her fists, "Sister, Song Qinian is determined to make things difficult for us sisters. We absolutely cannot let her be arrogant and complacent. A mere commoner trying to wreak havoc in our elite circle is simply wishful thinking."
Seeing that her goal was achieved, Lin Qiutong smiled and nodded, "As sisters, we will work together and make sure everyone knows her true colors."
"Okay!!"
After returning to her room, Lin Qiutong felt tired. If Lin Lanxing weren't still useful, and given that she was her sister, she wouldn't bother dealing with her.
Her phone suddenly rang. Seeing that it was Shen Qiwen calling, Lin Qiutong frowned and wanted to hang up. But remembering something, she picked it up, "Hello..."
"Sent home by Shen Chi Yan, are you very happy?"
Shen Qiwen was somewhere far away, and Lin Qiutong could only hear the sound of the wind.
"What does it have to do with you? Is there something you need?"
Lin Qiutong's tone was not good. Shen Qiwen had always felt that before she fell in love with Shen Chi Yan, she was a likable, lively, cheerful, and friendly girl.
Ever since her unrequited love, she had changed.
Shen Qiwen blamed Shen Chi Yan entirely for the drastic change in Lin Qiutong's personality.
"When I passed by the restroom today, I overheard Shen Chi Yan investigating something. Guess what he's investigating?"
Hearing this, a hint of unease crossed Lin Qiutong's heart, "Just say what you want to say, don't play coy."
"You're treating me so rudely, then I'm not saying anything!"
Sensing that Shen Qiwen was about to hang up, Lin Qiutong became anxious again, "Wait, what do you want?"
"Kiss me, or call me brother, and I'll tell you."
Lin Qiutong's face instantly turned cold, and she gnashed her teeth in anger, "Shen Qiwen!"
Knowing that if he teased her any longer, Lin Qiutong would truly get angry, Shen Qiwen dared not provoke her further, "Shen Chi Yan has asked Gao Kunlun to investigate Song Qinian's past, including which university Song Qinian attended, and also about her painting."
Why would Shen Chi Yan investigate Song Qinian?
Was he interested in her, or had he remembered something?
And for no reason, why would he think of investigating her painting?
"Here's some news for you, I accidentally saw Shen Chi Yan's phone wallpaper, it's a pink baby's breath. I don't know if it's related to this matter."
"Got it. Help me keep an eye on Shen Chi Yan and Song Qinian. Inform me immediately if there are any developments."
After hanging up the phone, Lin Qiutong thought for a long time before getting an idea.
On the other side.
Shen Chi Yan did not return until the banquet ended.
The old lady's expression was very displeased, but in front of Song Qinian, she didn't say anything.
Song Qinian and Zhang Qiaoqiao returned to Xiangshan Yue very late, and Shen Chi Yan was not back yet.
The next morning, Song Qinian arrived at the company on time.
She had taken a month off due to her finger injury. Fortunately, her desk was not dusty, so厉南浔 (Li Nanxun) must have occasionally helped her tidy up.
Before long, Shen Chi Yan, wearing a gray suit, arrived. He wore a black tie, and his expression was gloomy and terrifying.
He exuded an aura that screamed, "I'm in a bad mood, don't bother me."
Song Qinian immediately stood up and bowed, then obediently became a transparent person.
However, Shen Chi Yan did not let her off. As they passed by, his deep voice coldly echoed, "Come to my office."
Those five words sounded like "come to your death" to Song Qinian.
She knew that going to see Shen Chi Yan at this moment was not wise, but the CEO had spoken, and she couldn't be a second late.
Song Qinian had no time to think further. She tidied her clothes and knocked on the door of the CEO's office.