Online dating backfired? A wealthy heir begged me to continue lying to him.

Just as Su Ruan finished thinking, Su Chen'an's unreliable voice came over.

"Softie!"

Su Qingyao and Su Qingqian came in with Su Chen'an.

No, Su Qingqian?

Su Ruan's first reaction was, how did the plot go off track, with the male and female leads still ending up in this situation?

Thinking about her current situation, I couldn't help but feel worried for Su Qingqian.

If Su Qingqian were in her current position, how helpless would she feel?

I'm afraid I'll have no choice but to rely entirely on Lu Yanci.

In sweet romance novels, this is a manifestation of the heroine being pampered and protected, and it's one of the sweet moments that readers enjoy.

After all, everyone hopes that when they encounter an inescapable predicament, a great hero will step forward and protect them.

I'm getting ahead of myself...

The surrounding noise pulled her back to reality.

"Su Chen'an? How come he's publicly siding with that woman too?"

"Wasn't it said that woman was the Su family's illegitimate child? Orthopedics? That's so exciting!"

"What are you thinking! Didn't you see that even the eldest daughter of the Su family is siding with that woman?"

"And that woman who came with Miss Su, she grabbed that woman's hand as soon as she arrived."

"Why do I feel like things aren't quite what everyone's guessing? It's one thing for Lu Shuangshuang to be familiar with that woman, but how come both women from the Su family are also so familiar with her?"

"Is this really someone from outside the industry? A bastard child who can't be brought into the light?"

The wind direction seemed to change suddenly.

Xu Nianhe's expression changed again.

She felt a pang of bitterness and jealousy when she heard people speculating that Su Ruan was the illegitimate child of some powerful family.

But now I'm completely shocked.

A group of top figures that she rarely saw were all gathered around Su Ruan in such a peaceful manner.

Zhou Chu was also shocked.

He is now finally beginning to believe that he was wrong before.

He was part of that circle, and he knew that those people would only establish equal relations with those of equal status.

In fact, the higher you go in high society, the more rigid the hierarchy becomes.

This level isn't just about reputation; it represents real, tangible resources.

All equal diplomatic relations also imply an equal exchange of interests.

A dependent, someone who expects others to give them benefits, is not qualified to establish equal relations with those in power.

He was also relieved that he had retreated in time.

His caution as an illegitimate child in this circle saved him once again.

Lin Xiran, however, showed no shock whatsoever.

She personally witnessed Madam Su and Madam Lu hosting a banquet for Su Ruan at the Sishui Pavilion. It was not surprising that the descendants of the Su and Lu families were close to Su Ruan.

After all, she's Su Gege's illegitimate daughter, so it's normal for them to give her some face.

"What, is the Su family joining them in trying to pressure me?"

"It was indeed our Zhiyu's fault today, and we've apologized. Isn't that enough?"

While she spoke of the Su family, her eyes remained fixed on Su Ruan.

Su Ruan must be very proud of herself right now, right?

The more smug she was, the more embarrassed she became when her true identity was revealed.

Even if others treat her politely on the surface because of Mr. Su's name, they will only curse her behind her back for not knowing her place and bullying others.

Su Qingyao's expression also turned cold.

Some people may think that wealthy families use methods such as framing others and bullying others, but that's not the case.

People from truly wealthy families cherish their reputation and value it highly.

Because reputation is not just for an individual, but also for the entire family.

A family is an individual's strongest support; a powerful family can bring more benefits to an individual when they are outside the home.

Even if there are some secrets, they will be kept very discreet and clean.

What's truly egregious are those seemingly harmless methods.

Every apology Lin Xiran made was an attempt to elevate Su Ruan to a higher status.

She, Lin Xiran, is the daughter of the Lin family, one of the four major families in S City, and also an elder.

But they humbled themselves before Su Ruan, which was like elevating Su Ruan to a high position and then waiting for her to fall from that height.

This is an open conspiracy.

The only solution is that Su Ruan has the qualifications to truly deserve this high position.

Regardless of identity or status.

Su Ruan is practically unknown in this industry.

This method is undeniably despicable.

Although Su Qingyao was annoyed, she wasn't too worried.

Because she never doubted Su Ruan's background.

So, is Su Ruan going to reveal her background today?

Su Ruan quietly watched Lin Xiran, who was still clinging to her.

She didn't know Lin Xiran's reasons for treating her this way, but she knew that today's events couldn't be resolved peacefully.

She pushed aside the crowd protecting her.

"Miss Lin, and Miss Lin Zhiyu beside you, if you want me to give you a word, then I will give you a word."

"It was Ms. Lin Zhiyu who bumped into me and soiled my clothes. I heard her apology before, but I don't intend to forgive her or pursue the matter further. The fault is not mine."

"In addition, regarding the compensation you mentioned, you can take this dress back for appraisal, and then have someone transfer the money to me."

"I have said all I need to say. I wonder what kind of answer Miss Lin would like to receive?"

Lin Xiran was so astonished that she could have stuffed an egg into her mouth.

How dare Su Ruan do that?

She even shamelessly claimed that she wouldn't pursue the matter?

Does she even know what she is?

Lin Xiran felt like she was about to die of anger.

Su Qingqian and the others couldn't help but laugh.

This is the real SuSoft!

Trying to use your status to intimidate her? No way!

Lu Yanci's eyes sparkled with countless tiny stars.

This is the woman he fell in love with.

Even without bringing up their family background to intimidate others, their aura can easily overwhelm everything.

You say this is easy and simple?

Without sufficient confidence, it would be impossible to remain calm and composed under such overwhelming power, let alone effortlessly overwhelm others.

Xu Nianhe joined in to watch the excitement.

As soon as Su Ruan finished speaking, her legs went weak.

He managed to avoid falling only because he helped Zhou Chu, who was standing nearby.

He still muttered in disbelief, "How dare she?"

Ordinary people have an instinctive fear of power.

But Su Ruan... how could Su Ruan stand up straight and be so fearless?

She even seemed to be looking down on them all from a high and mighty position!

Lin Xiran, who had always maintained a good image, finally couldn't hold back anymore.

Lin Zhiyu even jumped up in anger.

"What gives you the right?"

"What gives you the right to pronounce judgment on me in such a condescending tone?"

In a power structure, the party with the power to decide the outcome is the one in charge.

What gives Su Ruan the right?

She's a young lady from the Lin family!

The Lin family, one of the four major families in S City!

Even Lu Yanci of the Lu family wouldn't dare use that tone with them. What right does a little Su Ruan have?

But the people around them had already quietly fallen silent.

Especially those who had previously speculated about the direction of romance.

Looking at Su Ruan now, she stands quietly in the center of that area.

Calm and elegant.

It also carried a touch of the aloofness and indifference typical of those in positions of power.

Then look at her side, surrounded by stars.

She's not some cunning vixen trying to please everyone; she's clearly a queen surrounded by admirers!