Addiction sets in at night; even the abstinent older man has fallen for it.

Ling Yakun gave Ling Jieyu a wink.

Ling Jieyu also stood up, holding a wine glass, and followed Mu Tiantian.

Xia Guiying kept staring at Mu Tiantian's lower body, but unfortunately the skirt was too long to see her high heels.

Ling's mother comforted her and told her not to worry too much.

Qin Dongyang didn't rush to the reporters' table; instead, he took Mu Tiantian to the family elders' table first.

Everyone in the family knew how persistent Qin Dongyang had been in searching for his daughter, and they were all happy for him.

After taking a close look at Mu Tiantian, the eldest elder liked her auspicious appearance very much and praised her with many kind words.

Mu Tiantian smiled sweetly and thanked him, obediently cooperating with Qin Dongyang in toasting. Qin Dongyang was so happy that his face was filled with a broad smile.

Then he went to toast his business associates at their tables.

If you're not particularly close to someone, just chat casually for a few minutes.

Those who are on good terms will chat more, and if they have a good time, the other person will even put down their wine glass and hug Qin Dongyang.

They finally got to the reporters' table.

Qin Dongyang preemptively spoke in a half-joking, half-serious manner, "Thank you all for your hard work. Please report well. I'm looking forward to tomorrow's headlines."

Everyone present was a seasoned veteran; they all raised their glasses to toast Qin Dongyang, nodding and smiling.

Qin Dongyang generously added, "I know you must still have a lot of questions for me, so I'll give you thirty minutes to ask your questions now."

The reporters were surprised by Qin Dongyang's generosity and began to ask questions.

The first question they asked was how she found her biological daughter.

Qin Dongyang handed the question to Ling Jieyu for an answer.

Ling Jieyu simplified his answer, saying that he met Mu Tiantian at the martial arts school and thought she looked familiar, so he took Mu Tiantian to meet Qin Dongyang and his wife.

To avoid reporters writing nonsense, the fact that Mu Tiantian had previously been with Fu Zhengting was not mentioned.

However, after a close look at Mu Tiantian, many reporters recognized her as the woman who had previously trended on social media with Fu Zhengting.

The reporters realized that something was amiss and exchanged curious and gossipy glances.

But they all wisely suppressed their curiosity and did not raise any questions.

They can investigate secretly. Now it's all Qin the richest man's territory, so they can't afford to offend him.

The current richest man in Qin is not the same as he was back then. He has the financial resources and connections to block a media company.

But one female reporter who wore glasses decided to take an unconventional approach.

She has always adhered to the principle of seeking truth from facts and reporting whatever is true.

She noticed that Mu Tiantian looked remarkably like the woman who had recently trended on social media. After Ling Jieyu finished answering, she couldn't help but ask, "Excuse me, are you the woman who was trending on social media recently, the one dating Fu Zhengting, the president of the Fu Group?"

Upon hearing this, the table fell into a deathly silence.

Qin Dongyang's expression immediately changed.

Other reporters all looked at the reporter with glasses.

Some gloated, some were puzzled, some were speechless, and some admired.

Ling Jieyu glanced at the bespectacled reporter with great interest.

These days, there aren't many people who are this honest and straightforward.

At the dinner table, everyone was a shrewd old fox, making this bespectacled guy a breath of fresh air.

Judging from his expression, he asked the question with complete fearlessness.

They're either newbies or have very low emotional intelligence.

After asking her question, the bespectacled reporter realized the atmosphere was off. She noticed Qin Dongyang's unusually grim expression and became somewhat frightened.

She gave a sheepish smile, trying to save face, and said to Mu Tiantian, "I'm sorry, if you feel uncomfortable answering or don't want to answer, then just pretend I didn't ask."

Mu Tiantian wasn't angry. On the contrary, she felt that this kind of reporter didn't have many tricks up her sleeve; she just wanted to pursue the truth.

As for the other reporters, they didn't ask anything on the surface, but who knows what they'll do when they get back and report based on their own guesses.

She went to see her biological father's reaction.

Qin Dongyang remained silent with a sullen face, his anger visibly evident.

What really angered him wasn't that the bespectacled reporter was being disrespectful by asking such a jarring question, but rather that the question would spark all sorts of speculation and negatively impact his daughter's reputation.

Once bitten by a snake, twice shy. I was so badly hurt by public opinion back then that I know how terrible it can be.

A small issue, once raised and reported by a reporter, can escalate into a very complicated matter.

Since the reporter asked, let's just explain it clearly once and for all.

He glanced at the name tag hanging around the reporter's neck; the company was Weekly Entertainment.

Thinking about it carefully, this is a new company, and there has been no previous reporting on his restaurant.

He invited several media outlets that had covered the story together back then.

He wanted to let these people know that he, Qin Dongyang, was not such a petty person.

They also need to know that even if he was framed and failed back then, he can still make a comeback.

He never intended to use the media to clarify the injustice he suffered back then.

So many years have passed, and he's been misunderstood for so long, whether he wanted to or not. He doesn't want to bring up these unpleasant things again.

As long as he stays true to his original intention of starting a business, he can be at peace with himself.

However, when he thinks of those copycat reports, he still feels disheartened and angry.

He looked coldly at the reporters from those media outlets.

He didn't need to maintain good relations with these media outlets, nor did he intend to target them; he was simply disheartened by this phenomenon.

He was not the only victim.

Sometimes, he really wanted to enter the media industry, acquire companies, and then implement major reforms.

But as I get older, I'm willing but unable to continue.

Moreover, this shock has severely damaged his vitality, leaving him with no energy to do it.

Several reporters from various media outlets felt awkward when they met Qin Dongyang's gaze.

Experienced reporters knew about the incident where Qin Dongyang was reported for running a restaurant, and they could understand why there was such deep resentment in his eyes.

The inexperienced young reporters, unaware of the situation, assumed Qin Dongyang was upset because of the bespectacled reporter's question, and that this was a warning to them not to ask inappropriate questions.

Qin Dongyang took a sip of his drink to calm himself down, then looked at the bespectacled reporter and said calmly, "Since you asked, and I've also thought about those things from the past, I think it's necessary to make things clear."

Then, looking at Mu Tiantian beside him, he said, "My daughter was indeed with Fu Zhengting before."

The reporters weren't very surprised, because they all recognized him.

But I was shocked that Qin Dongyang would be so candid.

Mu Tiantian wasn't angry that her biological father admitted it for her.

Anyway, since it's trending on social media, netizens will find out about it sooner or later.

It's better to be honest and explain things clearly.

This way, reporters won't be able to fabricate as much information.

She also hopes to take this opportunity to let everyone know about the fact that her biological father was wrongly accused back then.

The biological father has been carrying this burden for so long and suffered so much injustice; it's time for the public to know the truth.

She didn't refute him, allowing her father to continue.

Qin Dongyang added, "The Fu family and I have a great deal of conflict and grudges, and I will not allow my daughter to be with Fu Zhengting."

The guests at the next table realized that something was amiss and began to listen intently.

The photographers also focused their lenses on Qin Dongyang's face.

2

Veteran journalists are well aware of the past feud between Qin Dongyang and Fu Zhenlong.

Young people don't know that.

Another young female reporter with bangs boldly asked, "Mr. Qin, what kind of grudge or conflict is this?"

Digging up gossip is a journalist's duty, while listening to gossip is human nature.

Qin Dongyang's question immediately piqued everyone's curiosity.

Qin Dongyang looked at the older, senior reporters, smiled with a hint of sarcasm, and said bluntly, "I believe you veteran reporters who have been in the industry for many years know how many storms I have weathered along the way."

Then, turning to the young reporters, he said in a very open and frank manner, "You newcomers don't know, but I'm in a good mood today, so I can reminisce with you about the old days."

He first briefly recounted the hardships he faced in starting his business. When he spoke of Fu Zhenlong, he became somewhat emotional, saying, "If it weren't for Fu Zhengting's father, Fu Zhenlong, maliciously reporting me back then and bribing the media to report on it extensively, I would be a giant in the catering industry today, not Fu Zhenlong..."

Those who were unaware of the situation looked at each other in disbelief, never expecting such a secret to exist.

"I value hygiene the most in the food service industry. I know how unethical it is to use things that are harmful to health. I never imagined that one day I would be falsely accused. Because of this blow, I encountered a series of misfortunes afterward..."

For the first time, in front of so many people and in front of the camera, he recounted this experience he didn't want to look back on.

When introducing the family-finding group on stage, he did not mention this experience.

Only then did everyone realize that his entrepreneurial journey had not been smooth sailing, and that becoming the richest man was not easy.

His business failed, his wife wanted a divorce, he lost his daughter, and his mother died in despair.

This would be unbearable for anyone.

Qin Dongyang's ability to make a comeback by choosing another industry has earned him even more respect from everyone after learning the truth.

At the same time, he held Fu Zhenlong in contempt.

Some of my colleagues couldn't resist starting to cricket.

"I never imagined that Fu Zhenlong was such a despicable person. I really couldn't tell."

"If it were me, I would never let my daughter be with the son of my enemy."

"However, what Fu Zhenlong did has nothing to do with Fu Zhengting. I have a good impression of Fu Zhengting. He shouldn't be as bad as his father."

Mu Tiantian felt upset as she listened to the discussions.

Qin Dongyang overheard this as well. He glanced at Mu Tiantian, then looked at the other colleagues discussing the matter, and said directly, "What Fu Zhenlong did was indeed unrelated to Fu Zhengting. When the orphanage caught fire, Fu Zhengting saved my daughter, and I am very grateful to him for that. Just because he saved my daughter, I don't hate him. However, he is Fu Zhenlong's son, which means he is destined to be separated from my daughter..."

Mu Tiantian lowered her gaze slightly, forcing herself not to refute.

What the biological father said was not wrong.

Her slightly lowered gaze noticed that several older reporters had somewhat unfocused eyes.

He looks guilty.

Their companies must have been among those bribed back then.

Their biological father even invited them over.

Qin Dongyang wasn't stupid; he noticed it too.

He suddenly raised his voice, "Fu Zhenlong is certainly despicable, but those media outlets that blindly follow the trend without understanding the facts are even more despicable. If they are also bribed and only report after receiving benefits..."

As he spoke, he walked behind the group, paused for a moment, and then said, "That was absolutely rotten!"

The group exchanged awkward glances.

Qin Dongyang is not the same person he used to be; they dare not report on him recklessly anymore.

Back then, Qin Dongyang was just a nobody in the business world. Since they had received benefits, they naturally had to report on it.

The group secretly turned their eyes, trying to find Yang Guanghui, but they didn't see him.

Not long ago, they were both there.

Although Yang Guanghui has changed a lot, they all recognize him.

Back then, Yang Guanghui gave them money and told them to make a big fuss about it.

At that time, they were short of sales, so why not take advantage of the opportunity to earn money and get news coverage?

Mu Tiantian carefully observed the group, taking in their reactions.

Even a single glance that seemed off could confirm her suspicions.

She memorized all the press passes worn by the men.

Qin Dongyang deliberately brought up the events of that year to test them, and he naturally took note of their reactions.

He felt incredibly ironic and disappointed.

My heart sank to the bottom.

If his daughter hadn't reminded him, he would have warmly invited them to witness his joy at finding her.

So there really was a hidden story!

He was consumed by hatred for Fu Zhenlong, but he never imagined that those reporters were also accomplices.

He had been naively understanding of them, thinking they were just trying to make a living, which is why he followed the trend and reported on it.

Only by being magnanimous can you avoid hating everyone.

In retrospect, he has once again learned a lesson about human nature.

He would think about how hard it is for them, but what about them?

Have you ever considered that once you join in the bandwagon reporting, the impact on him will be even deeper?

He suddenly lost interest in continuing the family reunion banquet.

Xia Guiying wasn't wrong to scold him when they argued before. He really had a very saintly mindset, thinking too highly of people and having no sense of caution at all.

He walked onto the stage, picked up the microphone, and abruptly said, "Let's end this family reunion banquet here."

After speaking, he put down the microphone and walked towards the elevator.

Everyone was a little confused, but they could all tell that Qin Dongyang was in a bad mood.

Especially those older reporters.

The group of people were all feeling a bit heavy-hearted.

Thinking about the money I received back then fills me with a sense of guilt.

Mu Tiantian was worried and lifted her skirt to chase after him.

Ling Jieyu pulled her back. "I know your dad. He needs some peace and quiet right now."

Mu Tiantian agreed. When she was in a bad mood, she also liked to stay alone quietly and process it on her own.

She felt that ending things like this would be rather ugly.

At this point, she should use her status as the daughter of the richest man to handle the problem.

To avoid gossip, she clapped her hands and raised her voice so that everyone could hear her, "I'm sorry everyone, my father went through some very bad things, and he's feeling a bit down right now. I hope you won't mind. This family reunion banquet was held rather hastily, and we didn't prepare much. It's getting late, so please go home and rest early. Next time, I'll prepare a proper banquet myself and invite you all to have a great time."

His words were so tactful and appropriate that no one dared to find fault with them.

Mu Tiantian glanced at the food on the table and said jokingly, "Of course, if everyone thinks the food is delicious, you can finish it before going back."

His lighthearted and humorous tone amused many people.