Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge-Chapter 57 Advance Matters_1

This was their Young Lady, the one who led them.

Only then did they truly understand: their Young Lady was just a sixteen-year-old girl.

"To Shen Jia, Li Ruo, Gao Yuanyuan, and Liao Sisi," a reporter began, "regarding the ’4P’ incident at the hot spring resort a month ago, we heard you’ve all taken a leave of absence. Now you’re here, confronting Shangguan You. Why?"

"Is it jealousy? Are you trying to slander Shangguan You, the top student of First High?"

The reporter’s sharp questions once again targeted Shen Jia and the others. All the journalists instantly realized these four were the protagonists of last month’s sensational ’4P’ scandal. Once again, every camera turned towards them.

With all four present, it was a national story waiting to happen. They were determined to get the scoop.

A slight smile touched Shangguan You’s lips. She gave the Genesis reporter a deep look, then slowly retreated, leaving the four main characters to face the television audience. She believed this sight would be more convincing than any words she could say.

But was this journalist’s question intentional or accidental? Were they helping her, or merely pursuing their own agency’s interests?

"Shangguan You."

In a forest path, a tall figure blocked her way. The handsome man’s deep eyes were filled with profound confusion. This was Han Yachu.

"Yes? What is it?" Shangguan You arched an eyebrow. Her expression was indifferent as she looked at Han Yachu standing before her. His messy hair and handsome face were bathed in the sun’s soft golden light. The basketball prince had suddenly blocked her path. If it had been the Shangguan You of the past, she would have been thrilled, possibly even fainting. But the current Shangguan You felt no particular passion for men.

"You’ve changed a lot," Han Yachu said calmly, one hand tucked into his trouser pocket as he leaned casually against a large tree. His gaze, filled with puzzled curiosity, rested on the captivating Shangguan You before him, a sight one couldn’t look away from.

"People always change." Her voice remained cool, her eyes distant. Unaffected by Han Yachu’s probing gaze, she turned and walked away. It had nothing to do with him; she was merely a passerby.

Only when Shangguan You’s figure had vanished from sight did Han Yachu slowly withdraw his gaze. A weight settled on his shoulder; Lan Xuan was beside him. freēnovelkiss.com

"Well?" Lan Xuan asked with a smile, his gaze on the distant white figure.

"Changed," Han Yachu replied coldly.

「On the same day.」

All Shen Family Pharmacies were found to be selling prohibited drugs, and the Industrial and Commercial Bureau caught them in the act. The production dates on most drugs had been altered. Many people were hospitalized after taking their products, leading to widespread complaints. The Shen Family was taken to court. The exposure of their daughters’ ’4P’ scandal and their slandering of First High’s top student compounded the Shen Family’s unprecedented losses.

In just three short days, the Shen Family went bankrupt, was investigated and sealed by the Industrial and Commercial Bureau, and was burdened with countless external debts.

「Also on that day.」

Everyone who dined at Li Family’s restaurant suffered collective food poisoning, with all patrons admitted to the hospital. Li Family was sued once more and held legally responsible. Li Ruo had sought help, but that individual, displeased with Li Ruo’s failure, chose to remain a cold observer.

「Meanwhile.」

Health inspectors found many expired and harmful food products in the restaurant’s kitchen. Three days later, Li Family Restaurant closed its doors and declared bankruptcy.

「Likewise.」

Liao Sisi’s and Gao Yuanyuan’s parents suffered unprecedented losses. The reputations of the four families were once again dragged through the mud before the entire nation.

The four wealthy young ladies not only ruined their reputations but their families also went bankrupt, inundated with external debts. The four families hid in their homes, unwilling to go out. Shen Jia’s parents, with no other recourse, turned to the Shen Group in Beijing for help.

「Lotus Villa.」

Just as Shangguan You entered the front door, Zhang Ma approached with a beaming smile.

"Miss, your plane ticket has been booked. It’s for the flight the day after tomorrow."

"Alright, I understand." Shangguan You raised an eyebrow slightly. It seemed the leaders of the Feihu Gang and Feilong Gang needed to be dealt with quickly.

"The Old Master called just now," Zhang Ma continued. "He said Miss performed very well this time, that this is how a true princess of the Shangguan Family acts. The Old Master was delighted! He said Miss should rest well tomorrow and that he himself would pick her up from the airport the day after tomorrow. Miss, you’re truly amazing, securing the top rank in the entire school! Zhang Ma is so happy for you. Seeing your poise on television, Miss, it’s like you’re your old self again!" Zhang Ma said, wiping away tears as she looked at Shangguan You’s increasingly radiant face, her heart filled with deep satisfaction.

Miss is becoming more and more like Madam. The more outstanding Miss becomes, the happier Madam will be.

"Zhang Ma, I’m fine." Shangguan You raised an eyebrow as she watched Zhang Ma cry. A nameless warmth filled her heart.

"I know, but I’m so happy for you, Miss! I’ll call Madam right away! I’m sure she’ll be thrilled to hear this!" Zhang Ma said, already dialing to share the good news.

Shangguan You shook her head. It was strange, this mother of hers—the ’Madam’ Zhang Ma spoke of. What kind of woman was she really? In her memories, her mother was gentle as water. But when the original Shangguan You had faced such immense trouble, why hadn’t this loving mother stayed by her side? Why was she left exiled, to fend for herself? And since her rebirth, this so-called mother hadn’t made a single phone call.

Shangguan You shook her head again. After all, she would be returning the day after tomorrow. She believed she would find out then.

She headed upstairs to her room and entered her space to refine medicine. She needed to refine more medicine. Zhang Ma was getting older; it was time to help improve her constitution. Besides, many people in Beijing were waiting for her.

「As night deepened.」

A large, full moon hung high in the sky. Over at the Mingyue Mountain villas, lights shone brightly. Inside one, Long Hua and Chu Yi lounged on a sofa, surrounded by a profound stillness. Yet, faint silhouettes, the sound of heavy breathing from the shadows, and a tense atmosphere hinted at many people concealed in the darkness.

Regarding Shangguan You’s background, they could find nothing. This forced Long Hua and Chu Yi to be on high alert. Even if she were an orphan transferred from another school, there should be some record. Yet, Shangguan You’s background was a complete blank. Regardless of the methods used, they found no information on her, putting them on guard.