After being dumped by the diva, I was picked up by her arch-enemy.

Lin Qinghe bit her lower lip.

She opened the Weibo editing interface.

My fingertips hovered over the keyboard for a long time.

She wanted to write something to clarify.

But after typing a few words, he angrily deleted them all.

At this point, posting a dry clarification on Weibo would obviously not be believed by netizens, and would only make public opinion more out of control.

Just as she was hesitating.

The phone screen suddenly switched, and an incoming caller ID popped up.

The agent, Sister Wang.

Lin Qinghe took a deep breath and pressed the answer button.

"My dear little aunt, you're really something!"

Sister Wang's anxious voice came through the receiver.

"I just finished a meeting, and when I checked Weibo, the sky felt like it was falling!"

"You went out drinking with Chen Yu in the middle of the night without telling me?"

"Now look what's happened, the company's PR department's phones have been ringing off the hook!"

Lin Qinghe rubbed her temples, her voice tinged with exhaustion.

"Sister Wang, it's a misunderstanding."

"I was in a bad mood that night, and Chen Yu just had a drink with me. Nothing happened between us."

Sister Wang sighed heavily on the other end of the phone.

"My silly girl, look at those photos online, they're practically hugging each other!"

"If you tell me now that nothing happened, do netizens believe you? Do fans believe you?"

Lin Qinghe fell silent.

She really didn't know how to explain that misplaced hug.

On the other end of the phone, Sister Wang was silent for a few seconds before her tone suddenly softened.

"Qinghe, tell me the truth."

"Do you... have feelings for Chen Yu?"

Lin Qinghe was stunned.

Is it interesting?

Her mind was in turmoil.

Chen Yu is outstanding, talented, gentle, and has always taken good care of her...

But so much has happened during this time that she feels she needs some time to process it all.

Seeing that Lin Qinghe remained silent for a long time, Sister Wang had a plan in mind.

"Qinghe, listen to my advice."

"Clarifying this matter now is definitely the worst thing to do. The more you explain, the more people will think you're guilty."

"Perhaps..."

"It would be better to go with the flow and just admit to the relationship."

Sister Wang lowered her voice and patiently persuaded her.

Who is Chen Yu?

"The top songwriter and composer of the new generation! Exceptionally talented, and handsome too!"

"If you two were together, it would be a match made in heaven!"

"There are already a lot of fans online who ship you two."

"Once you acknowledge it, this surge of popularity could actually boost your career!"

Even if you don't have feelings for someone right now, you can still give it a try. Feelings can be cultivated over time.

Lin Qinghe on the other end of the phone remained silent.

Sister Wang knew the time was almost right and she couldn't push it too hard.

"Alright, think it over carefully."

"Let me know when you've figured it out. I'll cover for you at the company for now."

After saying that, Sister Wang hung up the phone decisively.

The busy beeping echoed in the quiet bedroom.

Lin Qinghe let her hand fall limply, and her phone slipped onto the soft blanket.

She buried her face between her knees, feeling more exhausted than ever before.

........

the other side.

After Sister Wang hung up Lin Qinghe's call, the anxiety on her face vanished instantly.

Instead, a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

She skillfully flipped through her contacts and dialed another number.

The phone was answered after only two rings.

"Sister Wang, how's the matter going?"

Chen Yu's gentle yet somewhat arrogant voice came through the receiver.

Sister Wang immediately switched to a fawning tone.

"How could I not do my best to carry out the tasks assigned by Teacher Chen?"

"I've already spoken to Qinghe on the phone."

"I explained the pros and cons to her clearly."

Chen Yu sat in a large leather swivel chair, swirling a half-empty glass of red wine in his hand.

"What did she say?"

Sister Wang quickly reported this.

"Qinghe is a stubborn girl and is still hesitating," Sister Wang quickly reported. "But don't worry, Teacher Chen, she's a smart woman and knows what's best for her."

"And she didn't directly refuse just now. I think this matter is basically settled, just one step away from completion."

A slight smile appeared on Chen Yu's lips.

"Thank you for your hard work, Sister Wang."

"Don't worry, as long as this succeeds, you'll definitely get your share of the benefits."

Sister Wang was so excited that she thanked them repeatedly.

"Oh, thank you so much, Teacher Chen!"

........

Inside a high-end villa in Shanghai.

Chen Yu sat in the leather swivel chair in the study and downed the glass of red wine in one gulp.

He got up and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, looking at the trending topics on his phone screen, his smile becoming increasingly smug.

Looking at the dazzling night view outside the window, Chen Yu took a deep breath.

He adjusted his facial expression, concealing his sinister and calculating nature, and replaced it with a gentle, refined, and gentlemanly demeanor.

He picked up his phone and dialed Lin Qinghe's number.

The phone rang for a long time before it was answered.

"Qinghe".

Chen Yu's voice was low and deep, filled with self-blame and anxiety.

"Are you alright? I just saw what happened online."

Lin Qinghe's voice was a little hoarse: "I'm fine."

"sorry."

Chen Yu sighed heavily, his tone full of guilt.

"It's all my fault."

"I shouldn't have taken you there for drinks last night."

"I was too careless and didn't notice that paparazzi were following me."

"You've been put in the spotlight, subjected to all this criticism for no reason."

"I really feel bad about it."

Hearing Chen Yu take all the responsibility upon himself.

Lin Qinghe's defenses softened unconsciously.

"It's not your fault," Lin Qinghe said softly. "If paparazzi want to take pictures, you can't stop them. You're a victim too, you don't need to apologize to me."

Upon hearing Lin Qinghe's words, Chen Yu knew that the time was ripe.

"No, it's my fault! I have to take responsibility!" His attitude was very firm. "I can't let you bear this alone."

"Get some rest and stop reading the comments online."

Chen Yu's tone was full of gentleness.

"I'll take care of everything."

hang up the phone.

Chen Yu casually tossed his phone onto the large desk.

The warmth on his face vanished instantly, leaving only cold calculation.

Lin Qinghe, oh Lin Qinghe.

You will never escape my grasp.