In the end, only Lin Qinghao and Wang Ning remained.

Seeing this, Wang Ning also wanted to slip away.

He was stopped by the Beijing-Kowloon Railway:

"Miss Wang, please wait."

Wang Ning's expression changed instantly. Before Jing Jiu could even speak, Wang Ning admitted defeat:

“Miss Tang, I’m sorry. I offended you with my careless words that day. I apologize. If you feel that’s not enough, I’ll slap you a couple more times to vent your anger.”

Tang Li frowned, and Jing Jiu reached out and put his arm around Wang Ning's arm:

"Miss Wang, what do you take my Lili for? She's not the kind of person who's unreasonable and domineering. Why would she hit you for no reason?"

The implication is that slapping her that day was entirely justifiable.

Wang Ning didn't dare to say anything more. Seeing that everyone else had their families come to their rescue, apologize, and claim them, she realized that she had originally relied on Lin Qinghao, but now only she and Lin Qinghao's family hadn't come, and she couldn't count on Lin Qinghao anymore.

What are you afraid of?

Seeing that Wang Ning's whole body was trembling, Jing Jiu comforted her:

"Don't worry, we won't do anything to you because your brother is protecting our country. But I'll say a few words to you on behalf of your brother."

Wang Ning said respectfully:

"Please give me your guidance, Miss Jing."

Jingjiu let go of her:

"The reason your family's business is developing slowly is because your parents are considering your future with every step they take. So, you don't need to rely on others. You can't earn all the money in your life, but life is finite."

Fearing that gentle words wouldn't have the desired effect, Jingjiu suddenly became stern:

"If you feel that you are really incompetent and cannot help your family, then not holding them back is also a contribution and a virtue."

Wang Ning blushed deeply at her words. Over the years, she had watched her close friends' net worth rise steadily, while her family had always adhered to the principle of being content with modest wealth. She had harbored some resentment in her heart.

That's why I try to curry favor with and please others.

"Of course, if you have the ability to build a great career on your own, as long as you take the first step in a down-to-earth manner, Jingjiu will be the first to cheer for you."

Jingjiu's words resonated deeply with Tang Li.

We are both women, why must we kill each other?

At this moment, the Beijing-Kowloon Railway shone brightly in Tang Li's eyes.

She is simply a model of strict yet measured love!

His words were sincere and gentle, yet full of power.

Rather than saying she was standing up for Tang Li, it would be more accurate to say she was like an older sister guiding her younger sister, who was just entering the world, on how to make others unable to refute her yet deeply convinced.

Wang Ning's eyes welled up with tears after hearing what she said, and Jingjiu patted her on the shoulder:

"Go ahead. If you'd like to stay and celebrate with us, then relax and enjoy this wonderful night. If you feel uncomfortable staying here, you can leave now."

It would be great if I could walk.

Wang Ning apologized to Tang Li, thanked Jingjiu, and then fled in disarray.

In the end, only Lin Qing was left.

Seeing that Jing Jiu and Tang Li both turned their gazes to her, Lin Qinghao snorted coldly and spoke first:

"I will not apologize."

Jingjiu replied with a smile:

"When did I say I wanted you to apologize? They were all sincere, and I couldn't stop them."

Tang Li couldn't help but feel a pang of worry for Lin Qinghao when she saw that mischievous grin on her face.

Jingjiu asked:

"I just noticed Miss Lin hadn't left yet, and I wanted to ask if you're still allergic to mangoes?"

Complementing her words was the sight of Jingjiu picking up a glass of mango pomelo sago from a pink crystal glass, a blatant hint to Lin Qinghao: I already know you're lying!