Although Ju Honglan deserved to die, she was the Vice Chairman of the Hongou Foundation, and this matter concerned the reputation of the Shen family and the foundation.
Song Qinian only wanted to prove her innocence and did not wish to escalate the situation. She decided to give the video to the old madam, allowing her to handle it.
Upon seeing the video, the old madam was furious and immediately summoned Ju Honglan to her home.
Ju Honglan was still gloating about ruining Song Qinian's reputation. Today, she was dressed immaculately in designer clothes.
She had originally made plans with friends to shop for the latest season's bags and clothing. Receiving a call from Auntie Zhang to come over quickly, she was in a bad mood. As soon as she entered, she complained, "Mom, I'm busy handling foundation matters. What's so urgent that you need me to come over?"
The old madam threw her phone to Ju Honglan. "Take a look at what you've done."
Ju Honglan's face changed drastically as she took the phone and looked.
Damn it, how could such a video exist?
Who took it?
No, that wasn't the point. The crucial point was how the video ended up in the old madam's hands.
Seeing Song Qinian beside the old madam, Ju Honglan cursed under her breath. If she wasn't mistaken, this video must have been given to the old madam by Song Qinian.
But where did Song Qinian get the video?
Ju Honglan's mind raced with fear. Realizing something, she said incredulously, "Mom, what... what is going on?"
"What's going on? Isn't that you in the video?"
"No... it's not me. I would never do such a thing."
Ju Honglan decided to deny everything. "Mom, I've been with the foundation for so many years. I cherish all living beings, both people and small animals. How could I possibly arrange for someone to beat a cat?"
As she spoke, Ju Honglan began to cry aggrievedly. "Technology is so advanced these days. Someone must have deliberately created this video to frame me."
The old madam slammed her cane on the ground fiercely. Seeing Ju Honglan like this, she was enraged. "Even now, you refuse to admit it!"
"Mom, if I didn't do it, you can beat me to death, and I won't admit it. First, tell me where this video came from. I want to see who exactly is trying to drive a wedge between us."
As she spoke, Ju Honglan shot Song Qinian a venomous glare.
Song Qinian gestured, "I gave the video to Grandma. Whether you're lying or not, finding that staff member will reveal the truth."
Hearing this, Ju Honglan pointed at Song Qinian's nose and began to scold her fiercely. "I knew you mute person had no good intentions. Not only did you abuse the cat, but you also tried to frame me."
She then let out a cold laugh. "Fine, then bring out the staff member from the video. Let's confront each other."
Just then, the butler hurried in.
"Old Madam, Wang Yajie submitted her resignation report yesterday. When we went to her home today, we found it empty."
The old madam cast a cold glance at Ju Honglan. Ju Honglan appeared innocent and surprised. "How is that possible?"
Then, she walked over and, holding the old madam's arm, pleaded tearfully, "Mom, I truly know nothing! I don't even know anyone by the name of Yajie. Someone must have deliberately set me up. Please investigate thoroughly!"
Although Ju Honglan said this, she was secretly rejoicing. Since she intended to deal with Song Qinian, she naturally wouldn't keep Wang Yajie, a ticking time bomb, by her side.
Last night, she had already arranged for Wang Yajie to go abroad. By now, she would likely have landed.
At that moment, a maid rushed in. "Old Madam, a woman named Wang Yajie is here to see you."
The smile on Ju Honglan's face instantly froze. She became flustered.
This... how could this be possible?
Seeing Ju Honglan's expression, the old madam nodded to the maid. "Let her in."
A few seconds later, Wang Yajie, with a ashen face, walked into the Shen family's old residence, trembling.
As soon as she saw the old madam, she knelt down with a thud and kowtowed several times. "Old Madam, I know I was wrong. Please spare me."
"Get up and speak!"
Wang Yajie nodded and slowly stood up.
The moment Ju Honglan saw Wang Yajie, all her secret joy and smugness turned into intense panic.
Damn it, hadn't this woman gone abroad?
Why was she here?
Before the old madam could ask any questions, Ju Honglan suddenly rushed forward and slapped Wang Yajie several times. She struck first, scolding, "You good-for-nothing Wang Yajie, the Hongou Foundation treated you well, yet you dare to abuse cats to frame me and Niannian."
While hitting Wang Yajie, Ju Honglan subtly implied for Wang Yajie to take all the blame.
Wang Yajie understood Ju Honglan's meaning. She instantly recalled the words of that aloof, noble, and cold man.
"You only have a chance to live if you tell the truth. Otherwise, with a flick of my finger, I can have you imprisoned for life."
"I heard your son just started high school. His grades are quite good; he should be your pride. You wouldn't want to ruin his entire life because of you, would you?"
Wang Yajie had listened to Ju Honglan for her son's sake.
She had already made arrangements to go abroad with her son last night. However, she had been stopped by Shen Chi Yan's men.
Shen Chi Yan did not expose her in front of her son. Instead, he gave her one night to consider.
Between offending Ju Honglan and offending Shen Chi Yan, she would rather offend Ju Honglan.
Shen Chi Yan, on the surface, appeared to be a refined and cold gentleman. However, she knew clearly that if she angered Shen Chi Yan, her entire family would be ruined.
With this thought, Wang Yajie forcefully pushed Ju Honglan away. "Old Madam, I'll confess. I'll confess... Vice Chairman Ju gave me money to frame Miss Song."
Ju Honglan's eyes widened in fury. She lunged forward to hit Wang Yajie but was stopped by the butler.
Ju Honglan angrily cursed, "Bitch, how dare you slander me? Who told you to do this?"
Wang Yajie started crying. "I'm not lying. If you don't believe me, you can check my bank card. There are records of Vice Chairman Ju transferring money to me, and I haven't touched that money yet."
Having already offended Ju Honglan, Wang Yajie could only beg the old madam for help. "Old Madam, I'm really not lying. Miss Song and I have no enmity. There's no reason for me to harm her. I certainly wouldn't know she's afraid of cats; Vice Chairman Ju told me."
The old madam's expression turned grim. She stared coldly at Ju Honglan. "Do you have anything else to say?"
Ju Honglan never expected things to escalate to this point. In just one day, the situation had completely reversed.
Just then, the butler answered a phone call. With a grim expression, he reported, "Old Madam, bad news. Second Madam instigated someone to beat the cat and frame the young madam. This matter has been posted online..."