The phone suddenly vibrated twice, sounding particularly jarring in the quiet surroundings.

Mingyao was startled and jumped, but when she saw that it was Pei Zhao's reply, her heart finally settled down.

Amidst the chaotic background noise, Pei Zhao's voice was intermittent, accompanied by crackling sounds.

"Sister Su, I ran into a little trouble and got stuck on the way."

"Wait for me a moment, and whatever you do, don't go to the appointment alone!"

Mingyao frowned. "What happened?"

The only response she received was a crackling sound of electricity, which lasted for half a minute before the call was abruptly disconnected.

When Mingyao called again, a mechanical female voice informed her that no one was answering.

She was a little worried about going to see the editor-in-chief alone.

Mingyao thought of Ding Qingle.

After much hesitation, she finally called Ding Qingle.

"Ding Qingle, can you do me a favor?"

After putting her phone away, she glanced at the time; it was just right.

Mingyao went straight to the Longcheng Hotel.

She stood at the entrance of the Longcheng Hotel and sent a text message to her editor-in-chief, Fu Feng.

Fu Feng: [Room 309.]

Mingyao carried her suitcase and arrived at room 309.

As soon as you open the door, swirling smoke rushes towards you, carrying with it a faint scent of orchids.

Mingyao was very familiar with this taste.

Her gaze darkened, and she took a few steps back.

There was no one in the private room, and Mingyao's lips twitched twice.

If she hadn't been familiar with Ye Lanxiang's scent, she probably would have already been infected.

A middle-aged man's voice suddenly came from behind: "Miss Su?"

Mingyao turned around and met the eyes of a bald, pot-bellied man.

"Mr. Fu, I don't like this room."

Fu Feng was taken aback for a moment, then chuckled mockingly, "Miss Su, we're here to make a deal, why are you picking out rooms?"

He raised his chin, his gaze towards Mingyao now tinged with disdain.

"Ms. Su, do you think you have a choice?"

Mingyao scoffed coldly, completely disregarding the threat in Fu Feng's words.

“Mr. Fu, you know we’re here to make a deal.”

"Is the use of sleeping potion in the room also part of the deal?"

A faint smile appeared on her face, a stark contrast to Fu Feng's gradually stiffening expression.

Fu Feng's face was tense, his eyes filled with astonishment: "Why, why did you say that?"

A hint of panic flickered in his eyes as he stubbornly retorted, "Miss Su, do you think everyone is as despicable as you?"

Do you want me to release all the photos?

Faced with Fu Feng's threat, Ming Yao smiled calmly: "Mr. Fu, transactions must be conducted in good faith."

"First you put sleeping potion in the private room, and now you're threatening me."

"In my opinion, there is no need for us to continue the transaction."

She didn't even glance at Fu Feng before pulling her suitcase and leaving.

Fu Feng stood rooted to the spot like a stick, never expecting Ming Yao to be so direct.

He clenched his fist, staring intently at Mingyao's retreating figure, and threatened, "Miss Su seems to disregard public opinion."

Mingyao said frankly, "Anyway, I've already been criticized to the point of being ridiculed, so what difference does it make whether I care or not?"

She deliberately drew out her voice: "It's just a pity that I prepared these five million."

Fu Feng would never let Ming Yao leave.

He immediately put on a fawning smile and followed closely behind Mingyao.

"Miss Su, what kind of talk is that?"

He stared greedily at the suitcase Mingyao was pulling, a smile plastered on his face: "Change rooms if you want, as for that sleeping potion, I have no idea about it."

"Ms. Su, I sincerely want to delete the photos."

A chill ran through Mingyao as she coldly scrutinized Fu Feng.

"If I remember correctly, I was the one who was threatened."

"Mr. Fu, aren't you putting the cart before the horse by begging me like this?"

Fu Feng said respectfully, "How could that be?"

"Miss Su is Madam Pei, how could I dare to offend you?"

"Those photos were uploaded by my subordinates because they were ignorant."

"Um, Miss Su, it's really inconvenient to talk here. How about we go to a private room to talk?"

Mingyao glanced at Fu Feng and smiled.

Fu Feng's overly attentive manner suggests that his visit to the private room is anything but pleasant.

Mingyao wasn't stupid; she knew it was dangerous, yet she still eagerly went for it.

"No."

"Let's make the deal here."

Fu Feng froze, looking around.

"But there are too many people around, it's not appropriate."

"What's inappropriate about it?"

Mingyao shook her suitcase twice: "The five million is right here. Mr. Fu, please give me the photos."

Mingyao's directness left Fu Feng somewhat at a loss.

Seeing that Fu Feng did not answer for a long time, Ming Yao pulled her suitcase and left.

bite--

The elevator doors opened, and two tall bodyguards stepped out, standing on either side of Mingyao.

Fu Feng said coldly, "Miss Su, now that you're here, it won't be so easy for you to leave."

Mingyao shuddered, glaring angrily at Fu Feng: "Fu Feng, are you trying to kidnap me?"

"A transaction is supposed to be based on mutual consent. You've already posted the photos online, so why can't I just back out of the deal?"

Fu Feng chuckled sinisterly, "Miss Su, now that you're here, you have no choice!"

Fu Feng's expression turned sinister, and he ordered, "Arrest her!"

"I have prepared a special surprise for Miss Su today."

Two bodyguards twisted Mingyao's arms behind her back, making her unable to move.

Mingyao struggled twice, staring at Fu Feng with bloodshot eyes.

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