Shen Kaixuan gave an awkward smile, "How could I possibly know him? He probably just randomly asked me for help."

He then waved his hand, signaling his bodyguards to cooperate with the police in taking Dongfang Qingfeng away.

Dongfang Qingfeng glared at Shen Kaixuan with resentment, and before he could say anything, his mouth was covered by a bodyguard.

The farce came to a complete end, and the guests at the banquet looked at each other, unsure of what to do next.

William changed his clothes and gracefully walked onto the stage.

His appearance had changed drastically, and he no longer had the wicked and arrogant look he used to have.

At this moment, he resembled a refined and gentle young gentleman.

He held the microphone and spoke solemnly to Su Wanjun.

"mom."

His shout startled everyone present, causing them to gasp and begin to murmur amongst themselves.

"What did he just call her? He actually called Su Wanjun 'Mom,' did we hear that right?"

Dongfang William ignored what others were saying and stared at Su Wanjun as he slowly spoke.

"Actually, there are some things I've wanted to explain clearly for a long time."

“I am indeed a member of the Dongfang family, but not of the William family. William Eileen adopted me back then, but she didn’t treat me well and always took pleasure in tormenting me.”

"Later, she wanted to elope with someone, but before she left, she tried to poison me. I didn't expect that I would find out and report her to my family."

“William Irene was sent back to the William family. Later, in order to cover up the scandal, the William family gave me some properties. After I took over these properties, I found that they were all on the verge of bankruptcy.”

"Although the journey has been difficult, I have persevered. It's just that my reputation isn't very good. I'd like to explain this to my mother."

“I didn’t kill anyone. Those things in the garden were just fragments of human-shaped toys that I used as flower pots.”

"I didn't want to explain before because I thought lonely people didn't need any love."

"But then I met my mother and sister again and learned the truth about the twins back then. It wasn't that my mother didn't want me; it was Dongfang Qingfeng who took me away without my permission."

"I'm sorry, I haven't been able to be by your side all these years."

In closing, William of the East bowed deeply.

Upon hearing this, Su Wanjun burst into tears.

"You will always be my child, and no matter what happens, I will love you."

Offstage, Lin Qingtong was the first to applaud. Everyone was moved and shocked by Dongfang William's experiences, never expecting that he had gone through so much.

Below, Shen Kaixuan clapped reluctantly, forcing a smile.

The banquet proceeded smoothly, but it turned from a wedding banquet into just an ordinary banquet.

But for those celebrities and nobles, there was no difference at all; it was still a huge social event.

After returning to the Shen family home, Shen Kaixuan was so angry that he smashed many things in his room and finally gave a cold order.

"Send men to me and use all our strength to deal with Shen Tinghe. This time, I must take over the Shen family."

A dozen or so bodyguards in black stood at the door of the room, exuding a menacing aura. The dark night outside was desolate, yet there was a sense that a storm was brewing.

As the banquet ended, Lin Qingtong looked at the brightly lit Lin family villa, and countless memories flooded her mind.

She used to live here with her mother, experiencing both joy and sorrow, but they still stayed together.

Life was quite simple back then; there weren't many worries about going to school and coming home every day.

But now it seems there are many enormous difficulties that were unforeseen at the time.

The wind blew through Lin Qingtong's hair, and she suddenly turned around and saw Su Wanjun with a kind smile on her face, and Dongfang William beside her.

Looking further back, there stood the tall and aloof Shen Tinghe, who seemed to radiate light.

Lin Qingtong couldn't help but smile, her eyes crinkling.

But no matter how big the difficulties are, they can all be overcome, and there are always family and loved ones by your side.

She thought this was fine.

William stepped forward and reminded Lin Qingtong, "If you like it here, you can stay here, we can stay together."

He turned to look at Su Wanjun, "Mom, just consider it as you spending a childhood with me here."

Su Wanjun had just reunited with her son, so naturally she responded to everything.

"Of course, but I don't know if Lin Qingtong is willing."

Lin Qingtong nodded in agreement, but Shen Tinghe was the only one who was unwilling, his eyes filled with resentment.

"You're staying here, so what about me?"

Lin Qingtong took Su Wanjun's arm and led her into the villa with the other hand.

"You can be here too."

The three of them stepped into the villa side by side, a mysterious bond spreading silently between them.

Shen Tinghe smiled helplessly and could only take long strides to follow.

They then settled down there.

Because of William Dongfang's strong insistence, Lin Qingtong was forced to sleep separately from Shen Tinghe.

For some reason, Dongfang William harbored great hostility towards Shen Tinghe and refused to allow the two of them to be alone together.

During the day, Shen Tinghe is busy with company affairs, and when he comes home at night, Dongfang William has to stand in the middle of him like a third wheel.

Taking advantage of the moment when William Dongfang was answering a phone call, Shen Tinghe held Lin Qingtong's hand tightly.

"Why don't you come back to Wutong Manor with me and stay there?"

Lin Qingtong knew why he said that, and she leaned on Shen Tinghe's shoulder, laughing uncontrollably.

Shen Tinghe smiled helplessly and indulgently, gently shielding her, his deep, husky voice ringing in her ear.

"Think it over carefully. Do you really want me to live the life of a widow?"

His gaze was fixed on Lin Qingtong's red lips, a dangerous glint in his eyes.

Just as he was about to approach, William's voice rang out.

"There's something I want to tell you all."

Shen Tinghe paused, turned and looked at Dongfang William with resentment, but dared not lay a hand on him because of his status.

If it were before, Shen Tinghe would have given him a good beating long ago.

"What do you want to say?"

Shen Tinghe thought that Dongfang William was just trying to scare them, which was why he was putting on such a serious face.

What William Dongfang said surprised the two of them.

"I may have to leave for a while. My overseas businesses have been attacked, and my estate has been completely destroyed."

Lin Qingtong's expression changed instantly, and she stood up to ask.

"Do you know who it is?"

William Dongfang shook his head. "Because I don't know, I have to go back. Besides, my background has already been spread throughout the Dongfang family, so the William family will no longer provide me with any assistance."

Lin Qingtong didn't understand the importance of this, but Shen Tinghe understood it instantly.

It is likely that the William family felt they were being used, and thus became enraged and took action against William of the East.

Shen Tinghe pursed his lips, then made a serious promise.

"I can help you anytime you need."

William glanced at him and snorted coldly, "Come to my room with me, I have something to tell you."

Shen Tinghe was stunned for a moment, but still followed him to the room.

After arriving at the room, William of the East closed the door.