Chapter 288 - Chapter 288: Let Me Apologize to You
Chapter 288: Let Me Apologize to You
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
“What? The Wen family took a million from the Wei family?” Jiang Ning didn’t know the inside story.
However, Jiang Chun already knew all of this on the third day after coming to Hai City. The Jiang family in the capital had extensively investigated the Wen family since they were connected to Shen Jun. Naturally, they couldn’t afford to overlook this.
“Indeed. To their family, earning a million yuan would probably take years, right? Yet, Wen Nian, a minor celebrity now, wields such tremendous influence.”
Jiang Chun sighed again, conveying a sense of regret. “Sigh, if not for Wen Nian’s sway over public opinion, the Wei Lai incident could have become a minor issue.”
“Celebrity status? Influence?” Jiang Ning’s smile turned sly. “If the tide of public opinion doesn’t favor her and her pristine image collapses, do you think she’ll continue pressing charges against Wei Lai under such pressure?”
“Jiang Ning, what are you doing? Don’t do anything stupid.” Jiang Chun hurriedly grabbed her hand. “You have to know that the Shen family behind Shen Jun is not someone we can afford to offend.”
After all, the Jiang family was just one faction. Having already muddled things up, they couldn’t afford to meddle with Wen Nian any further.
Considering the Shen family’s influence, Jiang Ning hesitated. Wei Xiao had warned her multiple times not to provoke Shen Jun and Wen Nian.
“Jiang Ning, let it be. Wei Lai is still young; the sentence might not be too severe. We can extend our help and keep a clean record for her.”
Jiang Chun shifted the topic. “It’s in everyone’s best interest if Wei Lai behaves now. Stirring trouble due to her discontent won’t be beneficial.”
As expected, Jiang Ning’s eyes brightened upon hearing Jiang Chun’s words. However, she was also aware that Jiang Chun would probably advise against taking any actions to sabotage Wen Nian.
Jiang Ning tried to persuade Jiang Chun once more before returning to her room and sharing the newly acquired information with Wei Lai.
Wei Lai was relatively young and seldom involved in the Wei family’s affairs. She only knew about Wen Nian’s grandfather having saved Wei Feng, but she had no knowledge of the rest. It was astounding for her to learn that Wei Feng had not only compensated Wen Nian’s family monetarily, but also had a role in the old man’s burial.
“Wen Nian’s fame from a movie stirred up attention, which is why you’ve become ensnared in this situation. If the incident hadn’t caught public attention, the police wouldn’t have gotten involved,” Jiang Ning remarked with a touch of excitement in her voice. “But now, the Wen family is biting the hand that fed them. They took your family’s money and then tried to have you imprisoned. What fan would tolerate that? Her actions go against her own image. When the public’s perception shifts, no one will forgive her even if she tries to press charges against you again.”
Hearing Jiang Ning’s words, Wei Lai finally had some confidence.
Initially, she was extremely unwilling to turn herself in when Wei Feng asked her to. However, Jiang Chun had only said a few sentences. She had indeed taken the initiative to defame Wen Nian.
However, Jiang Ning’s plan this time sounded pretty good. If the public opinion was not on Wen Nian’s side, her matter might be left unsettled.
However, Wei Lai had learned her lesson and decided to be cautious this time. She recorded her conversation with Jiang Ning.
After ending the call, Wei Lai swiftly reached out to a few friends and media contacts she had cultivated. She even dipped into her personal savings to mount an extensive campaign aimed at discrediting Wen Nian all at once.
After a day of rest at the Shen Jun residence, Wen Nian experienced an exceptionally tranquil sleep. As she stirred awake, she shifted her gaze towards Shen Jun’s profile. It was finely sculpted and striking. His eyes, when open, exuded an air of detachment and coolness, but when closed, he emanated a softer, more tender demeanor.
While she was lost in thought, Shen Jun’s voice suddenly sounded, “Do you like what you see?”
Wen Nian quickly turned around awkwardly and coughed lightly. “It’s alright.”
Shen Jun extended his hand, softly turning her head back, and gently kissed her forehead. “Good morning, Miss Wen.”
Wen Nian grinned and playfully nibbled his chin. “Good morning, Mr. Shen of Miss Wen.”
After some moments of cuddling, they arose, their energy renewed by the night’s sleep.
However, as soon as they reached the classroom door, they saw that many students had already gathered at the door to watch.
As Wen Nian and Shen Jun approached, the students respectfully made way. At the front of the classroom stood Jiang Chun, her eyes puffy from crying.
Sensing the two approaching, Jiang Chun felt a surge of apprehension, but she still forced herself and said, “Wen Nian, Shen Jun asked me to apologize to you yesterday.”
As Jiang Chun’s words reached their ears, the students’ glances exchanged between the trio. Her statement held a surplus of information..