Chapter 155 The Truth Comes Out: A Roundabout Approach, the Laws of the World
Yang Xu just smiled.
The angrier Qin Shu got, the happier he laughed.
Aside from letting out a muffled cry of pain when his arm was dislocated or his leg was dislocated, he just laughed the rest of the time.
"Ashu!"
Song Ying stopped Qin Shu's hand from gripping Yang Xu's neck, "If you tighten your grip any more, he'll die!"
It doesn't matter that Yang Xu is dead.
But Qin Shu will be embroiled in a murder case because of this.
It's not worth it for a pearl to hit rubble.
"Don't fall for his tricks, Ash, he's deliberately trying to provoke you!"
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As soon as Qian Jin was rescued, Zhao Jinru couldn't wait to get out of the car.
Song Ying didn't stop her and ran over as well.
Now that Zhao Jinru and her son are reunited, Song Ying happens to hear Yang Xu's last harsh words when she arrives.
Seeing that Qin Shu's movements were hesitant but he showed no intention of letting go, Song Ying could only look at Yang Xu.
"The gentleman behind you, who planted you in the capital for so many years, never imagined you would court disaster like this and provoke the Chinese police, did he?"
"After the police got involved, things were no longer just a simple struggle between businessmen. Let me think, that mysterious man probably has more than just you planted in the capital. Given his nature of keeping a low profile, he would never let you act so rashly."
"Let me guess, you've already been abandoned by that mysterious gentleman, haven't you? Otherwise, people like you should have had a way out long ago. You're taking this risk now to gamble, aren't you?"
“Yang Xu, even at this point, you still dream of a comeback? What a pipe dream! Do you think Qin Shu will fall into your trap? You are far too arrogant—even in death, he won't let you die so easily.”
Song Ying's words were addressed to Yang Xu, but even more so to Qin Shu.
If persuasion fails, then we'll resort to a roundabout approach.
In retrospect, it was indeed effective.
Yang Xu stopped laughing and stared at Song Ying with eyes that seemed to be filled with venom. Despite his injured legs and arms, he still wanted to pounce on Song Ying and attack her.
Of course, it didn't work.
Qin Shu pressed Yang Xu to the ground, but then let go of him.
He stood up, looked down at Yang Xu, and then glanced at the police officers who had rushed over.
“My wife is right—Yang Xu, killing you like this would be too easy for you.”
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When the police arrived, the other accomplices were paralyzed and unable to move, but had no injuries.
But Yang Xu is different.
"How...how did he get injured like this?"
The police officers were stunned.
His face was covered in blood, and his limbs were limp; it was truly a pitiful sight.
With Song Ying's counter-persuasion, Qin Shu has now calmed down.
He pulled out two wet wipes, wiped the blood off his hands, and casually said, "The main culprit resisted stubbornly and committed the crime with a weapon. In the heat of the moment, he didn't pay attention to the force he used."
Song Ying nodded upon hearing this: "That's right, I'll be your witness."
The men Qin Shu brought said, "We will also bear witness."
Zhao Jinru, who was holding her son tightly beside her, nodded and said, "I, I'll also testify."
“Okay, we understand that this is a special case. Mr. Qin, we are very grateful to you and your people for making this arrest. However, given the special circumstances, we need to ask you and the victim, Qian Jin, to go to the police station to make a statement.”
"Of course, I'm fine."
On the way to the police station, Yang Xu and the others were taken into a police car.
Because Qian Jin was frightened, he refused to be separated from his mother Zhao Jinru, so he could only sit in Qin Shu and Song Ying's car.
“Mr. Qin, Mrs. Qin, you are my son’s saviors. From now on, if there is anything I can do for you, please just ask, and I will never refuse!”
Zhao Jinru held her son tightly, still reluctant to part with him. Even now, her heart is still hanging there, unable to settle down.
"Speaking of which, there is indeed something I need to trouble you with—regarding Qian Lai's death, Qian Jin previously said..."
"My dad was killed by that guy surnamed Yang!"
Qian Jin, who had been silent and still trembling with fear, suddenly shouted.
"Yang Xu said it himself. He said he killed my father, and he even tried to kill me just now! He tried to kill me!"
"Ah Jin, don't be afraid, your son is not afraid. Yang Xu has been arrested, you're fine now, you're safe."
Zhao Jinru hurriedly comforted her son.
After a while, Qian Jin calmed down, but his eyes were still somewhat unfocused, and he seemed like a taut string that could break at the slightest touch.
Song Ying originally wanted to ask about the previously recorded identification video again, but seeing Qian Jin's reaction, she was afraid that asking again would only provoke him, so she stopped talking.
However, given what Qian Jin just said, whether it's a video or not shouldn't matter anymore.
After all, Yang Xu has already admitted that he is the murderer.
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This night was destined to be a sleepless one for countless people.
But Qin Shu and Song Ying actually got a good night's sleep, which was a rare treat.
With witnesses and physical evidence, and even the police catching Yang Xu red-handed, the truth of the matter is already set in stone.
The police personally stepped forward to refute the rumors and clarify the truth behind Qian Lai's death.
They even specially commended Mr. Qin Shu, a kind-hearted citizen, for his undeniable contributions in the hostage rescue, and presented him with a banner recognizing him as a good citizen.
Even Qian Lai's wife and son spoke out online to express their gratitude to the winning and losing couple.
Qian Jin, in particular, made a special apology by re-recording a video for being forced to identify and slander Qin Shu.
With Yang Xu's arrest, the CEOs of the major media companies he had brutally beaten also spoke out.
On the live stream, they complained about their grievances, but netizens weren't buying it at all.
Not only do they not feel sorry for them, they even think they deserve it and that they are guilty of a crime.
After all, the scandals of the major companies had just been exposed, and these CEOs were complaining pitifully. Who knows if they were deliberately playing the victim to gain sympathy?
Don't sympathize with capitalists, or you'll become unhappy.
When you feel sorry for them, think about how while you were toiling away at 996 (9am-9pm, 6 days a week), they were exploiting their workers, living a life of luxury and power that you could never achieve in your lifetime, earning more money than you could ever make. Do you still feel sorry for them then?
How can we, with a monthly salary of three thousand, presume to sympathize with or forgive those who earn millions or tens of millions a day?
A series of bombshell revelations have left netizens desensitized.
In just a few days, the entertainment industry in the capital was rocked by an unprecedented earthquake, resulting in heavy casualties.
Apart from Huatian Media, the production company of "Temptation Star" managed by Ji Zhiheng and Gu Yanzhe, and SY Entertainment, now under Song Ying's control, all the major companies suffered losses, leaving only some small, unknown companies that survived.
This can be described as the biggest tragedy in the Chinese entertainment industry in decades.
This even attracted close monitoring from relevant departments, and for a time, everyone in the industry felt insecure.
However, for law-abiding citizens, these effects are almost negligible.
For example, Song Ying.
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The day after the Yang Xu incident was settled was the day Song Ying joined the cast of "Temptation Star" to complete the final stage of filming.
Although everyone was already very familiar with Song Ying from their time in Mo City, the sudden change in her identity during this period of separation still made most of the staff somewhat apprehensive.
Please, that's the wife of the president of the Qin Group, okay?
In ancient times, she would have been the empress, a figure of unparalleled virtue and authority.
Many people couldn't help but reflect on themselves, wondering if they had offended Song Ying before.
But there are exceptions.
Wen Nian was still as soft and gentle as before, smiling shyly when she saw people, gentle and polite but not overly affectionate, neither humble nor arrogant.
Mina is still the same as always, very carefree.
Shen Yuning, on the other hand, was a bit exaggerated, exclaiming that Song Ying was secretly on a private tour and hadn't changed her silly side at all.
After filming one scene, Song Ying found her rhythm and the filming went even more smoothly than when she filmed in Mocheng.
"Not bad, you've improved really fast lately, bro."
During lunch, Song Ying showered Shen Yuning with praise.
Shen Yuning didn't mince words, grinning smugly, "That's right! Don't you even know who you learned it from?"
Song Ying became interested, "Who did you learn it from?"
"Sister Niannian and Sister Ying, if it weren't for the two of you, I probably wouldn't even have gotten the chance to get a job acting!"
Upon hearing this, Song Ying chuckled, "Since you think I'm so capable, how about coming to my company?"
Shen Yuning was taken aback, and for a moment, he couldn't tell whether it was a joke or a real invitation.
"My penalty for breach of contract is quite high..."
Shen Yuning felt a pang of heartache just thinking about it.
When he debuted, according to the contract, he was supposed to sign with Star Entertainment, the company that organizes talent shows.
In the end, Xingchen actually gave his contract to Huatian.
There's no other reason.
Hua Tian gave Xingchen ten million, and bought him back directly.
Therefore, for Shen Yuning, wanting to leave Huatian? Sure.
First, pay back the previous multi-million dollar contract, then pay ten times the amount as liquidated damages.
"Such a high penalty for breach of contract, is Huatian only targeting you, or is it the same for all artists?"
Song Ying was shocked when she heard this.
Having worked with Huatian for some time, she has always felt that it is a breath of fresh air in the industry.
Compared to people like Qian Lai, Hua Tian almost always made his way up through the righteous path.
In its early years, although it had declined for a while, after Gu Yanzhe took over and Ji Zhiheng joined, Huatian developed rapidly like a rocket, becoming a unique company that could stand on its own without colluding with other companies to exploit it.
But Shen Yuning's current contract...
"I'm the only one like this."
Shen Yuning sighed, looking sullen.
Song Ying: "...Did you offend someone or what? Why is Hua Tian targeting you?"
"Actually, it's not that it's targeting anyone."
After hesitating and dawdling for a while, Shen Yuning decided to be frank and speak his mind, since Song Ying was no stranger to him.
"Gu Yanzhe is my brother, but he takes our father's surname and I take our mother's surname. Back when I was a senior in high school, I went out to participate in Xingchen's talent show without his knowledge. He was very angry when he found out and almost blacklisted me. It was only because Brother Ji spoke up for me that he let me go out and I made it to the finals."
“I won the final championship and thought I could finally debut successfully. Who knew that I would end up joining my own company and being forced to take on huge debts.”
As he said this, Shen Yuning kept poking at his lunchbox with his chopsticks.
"I originally went to Xingchen instead of Huatian to avoid people saying I was a 'resource-backed' person, but in the end, I still couldn't escape it."
Once Shen Yuning said that, Song Ying understood.
This action is so similar to my own.
They're all second-generation rich kids who insist on pretending to be locals, and then vow to make a name for themselves on their own.
Shen Yuning was willing to confide in Song Ying because their experiences were very similar, and she felt she could find common ground.
After saying that, Song Ying thought about it for a moment.
"Although I know this might be a bit harsh on you, I still want to say that we're all resource-rich, just not as obviously so. Besides, being a boss is really awesome, right? I'm even starting to think that my previous self-reliant, anonymous struggles seem a bit stupid, like I was just torturing myself."
Shen Yuning: ...? ? ?
Wait, that's not how the lines are supposed to go!
But Song Ying wasn't lying.
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She had actually been thinking about this a lot during this period.
When she first entered the industry, she was young and ambitious. She always felt that she should give up all the glory given to her by her parents and make a name for herself in order to prove herself.
In reality, without her parents' wealth and resources, she might not have grown up to be as outstanding as the average person. Those talents that surpass others are the cultivation built on wealth. Where in an ordinary family can one find such favorable conditions for growth?
Take her own experience as an example.
She seems to have gotten to where she is today on her own, but whether it's signing a contract with Shengshi or acquiring Shengshi, it's all inseparable from her identity as the granddaughter of the Jiang family.
The reason why those who had bullied her were brought to justice so quickly was because she had Qin Shu behind her.
She didn't rely on Qin Shu to seize resources, but she used Qin Shu's power to obtain information, which enabled her to quickly expose these people's crimes and clear obstacles in her path.
This feeling is most obvious and direct this time.
Led by Qian Lai, the entertainment industry in the capital united to target her.
If she were truly just an ordinary, obscure celebrity, without Qin Shu's background or the help of her cousin from the Jiang family, she would most likely be forced to leave the entertainment industry, fall victim to power, and become cannon fodder like those unknown celebrities in the scandals.
She has always resisted being branded as someone who relies on her family.
In reality, she is also reaping the benefits that come with her family background.
Whether she admits it or not, she is a de facto beneficiary of the system.
She couldn't deny that.
I realized this when I returned from the police station with Qin Shu that day.
She was in a daze for a moment on the way.
This appears to be a victory for both her and Qin Shu.
In reality, it was the Qin Group's absolute crushing victory over the forces behind Qian Lai, Yang Xu, and others.
They were not the ones who won.
It's not about their status, but their position.
No matter how hard a person tries, they still cannot escape the most primal law of the jungle in the face of absolute power.
For a moment, Song Ying felt as if all her past efforts had been meaningless.
But Qin Shu quickly pulled her back from her reverie.
"Humans have spent thousands of years evolving from apes into what they are today, and now the new generation of human children, in order to prove themselves, want to retrace the path of human evolution—from an evolutionary perspective, this is indeed meaningless, even somewhat naive and ridiculous. But the idea itself is not wrong; they have simply chosen the wrong path."
"They shouldn't start from apes, but from the current civilization—but even if they take a detour and experience the path of growth after atavism, it's still meaningful from the perspective of personal transformation. Because they are not truly becoming apes, but experiencing this process as civilized people, what they gain and think is still different from that of real apes."
"Just like you now, having gone through it yourself, having an epiphany, and growing, you can stand more single-mindedly on the shoulders of giants and do what you want to do more confidently."
"A privileged background is not a sin, nor is wealth a disgrace. The world's slander and defamation are mostly because we are not as outstanding as our predecessors, because our efforts and achievements are not enough to overshadow the glory brought by our background."
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