Chapter 109/110: Driven by Jealousy

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Lu Yao hadn't expected Xia Yangyang to be so direct. The question sounded more like an accusation.

Lu Yao lowered her head, her voice barely audible. "Why do you suspect me? Many people on the crew are jealous of you; why do you think it's me?" Her question was tantamount to an admission.

Xia Yangyang was disappointed. She'd hoped Lu Yao would deny it. "Probably intuition," she replied. "You acted strangely those days, and you were the only one who didn't visit me in the hospital."

After a pause, Lu Yao confessed, "I did it. I knew you were allergic to peanuts, so I put peanut powder under your pillow."

She looked up abruptly. "But I didn't realize it would be so serious. I thought it would just cause a mild rash."

"Did Xia Weiwei tell you about my allergy?" Xia Yangyang asked.

"Yes," Lu Yao whispered.

Xia Yangyang continued, "She wouldn't have told you that inhaling peanut dust could cause an allergic asthma attack, difficulty breathing, or even shock. We've always had a difficult relationship, and while I expected her to try to hurt me, I never thought she'd use you."

Tears streamed down Lu Yao's face. "I'm sorry, Yangyang. I know explanations are futile. I'll quit the drama and apologize to Director Yang. But because of our school friendship, please don't expose this. My career would be ruined."

Xia Yangyang remained silent for a long time. Lu Yao felt little hope. Why would Yangyang keep this secret after the harm she'd caused? And, given Xia Yangyang's status and reputation, a wealthy young woman like her was expected to seek retribution.

Finally, Xia Yangyang spoke. "Let's forget about it. I'll just say I ate something bad."

Lu Yao jerked her head up, incredulous. "What? You're really not going to say anything? After what I did?"

A bitter smile touched Xia Yangyang's lips. "There's no advantage to you quitting the drama. However, this incident should show you that Xia Weiwei only cares about humiliating me. I hope you won't let her use you again. Also, you rushed me to the hospital. That proves you have a good heart."

Tears blurred Lu Yao's vision. Seeing Xia Yangyang struggling to breathe, she'd instantly regretted her actions. She'd never done anything like this before, but jealousy had driven her to madness.

"Yangyang, I owe you," Lu Yao said earnestly. "If you ever need anything, just ask. It was a lapse in judgment. Thank you for forgiving me."

After a pause, Xia Yangyang asked, "Why were you so distant from me lately? Why did you let Xia Weiwei manipulate you?"

Lu Yao bit her lip, hesitant. "One night, I saw Chen Yu drive you home. You said you ate at the food street, but I knew you'd had dinner with him. I felt like you were lying. Xia Weiwei also said you only took this role because of Chen Yu."

Xia Yangyang exhaled. She'd guessed as much. It was all because of that troublemaker, Chen Yu.