Chapter 2219 - 716: Hypocrisy, Rationality, Cowardice, High Profile_2

Jin Meixiao considered herself to embody the absolute will of Tang Song, holding a near-paranoid vigilance against anyone who might undermine his status or reputation.

But from Ouyang Xianyue’s perspective, Jin Meixiao herself was also an untrustworthy variable.

Her parents had lived abroad for years, and she herself had deep ties with the influential Kate family, secretly cultivating numerous lobbyists and think tanks serving Wall Street interests.

The vast, mysterious, and complex offshore financial network she controlled was itself a giant beast that could not be fully tamed.

A sword can harm others or oneself.

When this sword is too sharp, even beyond control, another force is needed to balance it.

This is the art of seeking balance in the struggle.

And it’s the unspoken understanding between her and Tang Song.

In the past, she chose to support Su Yu, precisely based on this.

Yet now personal motives arise, wanting to use this as an excuse to claim a portion of his affection.

Clearly, this female star had long seen through her thoughts.

She even attempted to reverse and drag her into this game, becoming a pawn in her own battle against Jin Meixiao.

Ouyang Xianyue looked at the cold and enchanting female star before her and spoke: "Yu, I can set aside dignity and step to the forefront, but you need to help me with something."

Su Yu chuckled lightly, "Of course, no problem."

...

As night deepened.

Inside the black Toyota Alphard, tranquility reigned.

Ouyang Xianyue leaned against the backrest, eyes closed in thought, sitting elegantly like a sculpture.

After a moment.

She opened her eyes, her gaze restored to absolute clarity.

"Give me the phone."

Secretary Chen promptly handed over the phone from the front seat.

Ouyang Xianyue unlocked the screen, fingertips lightly tapping, opening X.

Surely enough, the trending topics had already exploded.

#SuYuAnnouncesPauseOfAllCommercialActivities#(Hot)

#SuYuStudioAnnouncement#(Popular)

#SuYuHintsAtFacing’ExternalPressure’#(Boiling)

#SuYuxMissOuyang#(New)

It all stemmed from the post Su Yu published half an hour ago:

[Creation is a soul-burning process, and my flame seems to sway uncertainly in the cold wind. I need some time to guard this flicker. Fortunately, I have my dear friend’s company, and also thanks for Miss Ouyang’s comfort.]

Below was a photo of her with Ouyang Xianyue on the hotel suite terrace. Although the light was hazy, their profiles were clearly discernible.

Subsequently, Tangzong Entertainment Studio coordinated to release an announcement, declaring the temporary cessation of all Su Yu’s commercial activities, film crew promotions, and public appearances.

As a top superstar, Su Yu’s influence domestically was unparalleled.

Moreover, with Ouyang Xianyue’s name, a top entrepreneur, tied into it, instantly set off an uproar across the internet.

The panic of fans, the media frenzy, the guesses of bystanders...

Directly resulted in a media explosion.

Ouyang Xianyue watched the swiftly scrolling comments and various marketing accounts’ interpretations on the screen, her gaze flickering.

She exited X and directly dialed a phone number.

"Hello? Qiudong."

From the other end came Zheng Qiudong’s steady voice: "Miss Ouyang, good evening, have you... finished your work?"

"Yes, I just left from Su Yu."

"Miss Su Yu..." Zheng Qiudong paused, evidently aware of the buzz online, "Have you seen her trending topic?"

"Hmm, I’ve seen it." Ouyang Xianyue pondered slightly, her tone carrying a hint of weariness, "Her emotions got out of control again, we just had an argument."

"An argument?" Zheng Qiudong’s voice immediately turned stern, "What happened to her?"

"She wants to expose herself, force Tang Song to compromise. She even wants to face off with Chairman Jin, blow things up." Ouyang Xianyue revealed the already prepared script, detailing Su Yu’s plan.

"What?!" Zheng Qiudong’s voice abruptly heightened, "Then... this could be a problem, is there anything I need to do?"

"Not for now." Ouyang Xianyue was silent for a few seconds, as if weighing and struggling, eventually speaking with a nearly self-mocking helpless tone: "During our argument, I was impulsive and said many harsh threats to her. In the end, bluntly, like Tang Song, not only Jin Meixiao, even I love him, and would never allow her to act so foolishly. Then she seized on this... we talked a lot, I compromised a lot, finally managed to soothe her. Qiudong, you should understand... in today’s Tang Jin situation, some decisions I’m also forced to make."

The faint sound of a gasp came through the receiver from Zheng Qiudong, "I understand, Miss Ouyang."

Ouyang Xianyue seemed oblivious to his shock, her gaze flickering, changing the topic:

"I will pacify Su Yu. Another important matter, the proposal submitted by DJRH earlier about providing ’global investment attraction and intelligence recruitment and city brand strategy’ package service for several core new zones, I’ve reviewed it. Previously it was delayed, concerned the timing was inappropriate, also worried about stirring unnecessary public attention."

She paused, slowly stated:

"But now, I think perhaps this matter can be prioritized. You prepare over there, I will arrange relevant people to connect with you. This matter, I will personally promote."

After a brief silence, Zheng Qiudong immediately grasped the weight behind her words.

"Alright, Miss Ouyang... thank you for your support."

"We’re family, no need to be so polite." Ouyang Xianyue lightly tapped her knee, "Then that’s it for now."