"Madam, you are suspected of stealing a large sum of money from others. Please come with us for investigation."

The police officer leading the team stepped forward and handcuffed Ji Xinqi's hands.

Ji Xinqi glanced at her handcuffed hands, her face instantly turning ashen, and she panicked so much that she became incoherent.

"I didn't! I don't know why that sapphire was in my bag, I didn't steal anything! I really didn't! You've arrested the wrong person! I'm not a thief..."

Such an exciting scene caused the onlookers to start chattering and discussing again.

"Wow! I can't believe Ji Xinqi actually stole something. That sapphire really does look like a top-quality treasure!"

"So that means Ji Xinqi actually slept with those two men to steal the sapphire?"

"Judging from the current situation, that's indeed the case. I didn't expect Ji Xinqi to be so desperate, so determined to get that gemstone?"

"What does it mean to be willing to go all out? Maybe she's enjoying it!"

"..."

Not far away, Ji Fuling stood with her arms crossed, watching this scene expressionlessly, her gaze icy cold.

If she hadn't been prepared, she would be the one handcuffed, pointed at, and photographed by reporters!

Ji Xinqi, Ji Xinqi, how does it feel to be framed?

It must feel great to reap what you sow, right?

but……

If she wasn't mistaken, that sapphire should have been purchased by Huo Yunqi at an auction two years ago.

Today's matter was handled entirely by Zuo Yiming, and the sapphire that should have been in Huo Yunqi's hands is here instead, which shows that Zuo Yiming must have reported the situation on her side to Huo Yunqi...

Just as Ji Fuling was pondering, He Wenxiu and Ji Xiangzhong rushed over upon hearing the news.

Grandpa Ji also walked over, supported by Uncle Lu.

"Officer, you've arrested the wrong person! There must be some misunderstanding. My daughter would never steal anything. Please release her!"

As He Wenxiu spoke, she pulled up Ji Xinqi's handcuffed hands, trying to get the police officer to unlock them.

The officers had just been transferred from other places and were not familiar with the circles and people in Yuncheng, so naturally they wouldn't give face to anyone.

The leader of the team spoke sternly, "Based on the current situation, Ms. Ji Xinqi is indeed suspected of theft. As for whether it is a misunderstanding or not, further investigation and interrogation are needed to determine. Therefore, Ms. Ji Xinqi must come back to the police station with us and cooperate with law enforcement."

Ji Xinqi was devastated; in her panic, a surge of hatred welled up inside her.

According to the plan, Ji Fuling should have been the one to embarrass herself in public and be accused of stealing today. Why did it turn out to be her?!

She turned her head, glaring at He Wenxiu with resentment and anger, and roared angrily, "Mom! Why did this happen? Why!"

He Wenxiu's expression froze, and she remained speechless.

She also really wanted to know why things had turned out this way!

Those two damned scoundrels! They were all agreeing on the phone before the banquet started, but they turned on us at the last minute!

Unfortunately, she couldn't confront him on the spot and could only suffer in silence.

Because if questioned, it would be tantamount to admitting guilt and proactively exposing her hiring someone to deal with Ji Fuling.

If this gets out, not only will their reputation be ruined, but the old man will probably kick them out of the Ji family on the spot...

Old Master Ji, who was standing to the side, couldn't stand it any longer. He snorted and had Uncle Lu help him leave.

Ji Xiangzhong's face was also very grim. He was on his phone, trying to contact his superiors in the bureau to resolve the matter privately.

However, the phone call that used to go through immediately went unanswered today.

"Take her away."

At the leader's command, two police officers immediately stepped forward, one on each side, to restrain Ji Xinqi and escort her out.

The bald man and his accomplices also left.

"No! You can't take my daughter away!!"

Ignoring the stares of the crowd, He Wenxiu shouted and chased after them.

Once the parties involved had left, the onlookers dispersed, gathering in small groups to continue their discussion.

Having finished watching the show, Ji Fuling was about to leave when her phone suddenly rang.

Seeing that it was Aunt Ding calling, she immediately pressed the answer button.

"Third Miss, something terrible has happened! Sweetie is missing..."

Aunt Ding sounded very flustered.

Upon hearing this, Ji Fuling's face paled instantly, and a terrifying guess flashed through her mind.

Did He Wenxiu and her daughter discover the existence of the three children?

Today's plan, besides framing her for theft, also includes kidnapping Tian Tian and using her to threaten her.

Thinking of this possibility, Ji Fuling gripped her phone tightly in her hand, a murderous glint flashing in her eyes, and turned to run out of the banquet hall.

If He Wenxiu dares to harm a single hair on Tiantian's head, even if it means mutual destruction, she will kill He Wenxiu with her own hands!

At that moment, He Wenxiu was making a phone call at the entrance of the alley next to the hotel.

When she chased after her, Ji Xinqi had already been put into a police car and driven away.

"That damn scoundrel! He took my money and then turned around and betrayed me, now he won't even answer my calls..."

As He Wenxiu was cursing, a red figure suddenly flashed before her eyes.

Before she could react, she was shoved into the alley by a force, her back slamming hard against the wall.

"Ouch--"

He Wenxiu cried out in pain, and when she saw who it was, her expression changed drastically. "Ji Fuling?! What do you want to do!"

Ji Fuling grabbed her by the neck, her gaze as cold as a knife. "Speak! Besides what just happened, what other schemes do you have up your sleeve!"

The thought that Sweetie's current situation might be dangerous made her completely unable to calm down.

He Wenxiu grabbed Ji Fuling's hand, struggling to break free from her grip, but found that she couldn't break free at all.

"Ji Fuling, are you out of your mind! I'm your elder, how dare you treat me like this? You'd better let go right now, or I'll definitely tell the old man about you..."

Ji Fuling had no time for idle chatter and tightened her grip on her neck.

"ah--"

He Wenxiu cried out in pain, her face contorted with agony. She struggled to utter, "You, you let go... I, I can't breathe... You're trying to strangle me..."

"That's right! If you don't tell the truth, I really will..."

Ji Fuling suddenly leaned close to He Wenxiu's ear and said coldly, word by word, "Kill you!"

Sensing the ruthlessness in her tone, He Wenxiu's face showed a hint of panic.

She struggled to get up, but felt increasingly unable to breathe, as if she was about to suffocate.

Seeing He Wenxiu's face gradually turn purplish-blue, and even begin to roll her eyes, Ji Fuling loosened her grip slightly and coldly demanded again, "Tell me! Where did you take the child?"

She didn't want to waste time, but she couldn't ask too directly.

If Tian Tian hadn't been taken away by He Wenxiu, her direct statement would have exposed the existence of the three children.