Chapter 141/Chapter 142: I suppose no one dares to cross the line with my wife, Gu Qichen. (Translator: 549690339)

The press conference was held in a crowded conference room. Xia Yangyang arrived late, finding the room filled with reporters. The interview hadn't begun; many reporters gossiped in small groups.

"Where's Shen Manbing? I thought she'd be here."

"The diva really embarrassed herself. She got engaged, only to find her fiancé was involved in a scandal with a newcomer. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, they say."

"Is anyone surprised? Which celebrity doesn't have multiple affairs? She probably ignored it all, as long as she secured her position as Mrs. Gu. What harm could those 'wildflowers' cause?"

"But she is a diva. Shengyuan's CEO personally clarified things for her; he must care about her."

Gu Qichen sat in the main seat, his gaze fixed on the door, seemingly waiting. His expression changed subtly upon Xia Yangyang's arrival. Could he be waiting for her? she wondered sadly. How else could she sign the divorce agreement without appearing?

Cameras and camcorders were poised. Although Mr. Gu wasn't in the entertainment industry, his high profile made him a constant focus. This, coupled with the rumors of his engagement to Shen Manbing, meant the "Kiss-Gate" scandal had created unprecedented waves.

Gu Qichen's secretary, Fang Zhengdong, stood and announced, "Quiet, everyone. The clarification press conference will now begin. Mr. Gu has a statement." The room fell silent. Reporters crowded closer.

Gu Qichen methodically removed his glasses, stood, and began, "Recently, there have been many rumors regarding Miss Xia Yangyang and myself…" The room was eerily quiet, save for the clicking of cameras. Many people, including some young female secretaries led by Lin Yuanyuan, and even Shen Manbing's disruptive fans (somehow admitted), holding signs reading, "Xia Yangyang, get out of the entertainment industry," had crowded the entrance and witnessed the scene.

Gu Qichen's voice was clear and strong: "Let me clarify: those are not rumors…" The room was stunned into silence. What does he mean? Untrue rumors? Or is it actually true? Everyone knew the press conference was for clarification, but Mr. Gu seemed to be incriminating himself. Xia Yangyang was equally bewildered. Gu Qichen's gaze fell on her, and she felt her heart stop.

A reporter asked, "President Gu, what is your relationship with Miss Xia? Are the rumors about her being your secret mistress true?"

Other reporters followed suit, bombarding him with questions:

"President Gu, does Ms. Shen know about your relationship?" "Is it true Miss Xia seduced you by knocking on your door at midnight?" "Miss Xia, as the lead actress of 'Cinderella's Enchanting Love Story,' it's rumored she slept her way to the top. Is this connected to you?"

Gu Qichen coldly spat out, "Enough!" Silence descended once more. He continued in a cold voice, "Xia Yangyang was chosen for her talent by director Yang Jin, not because she slept her way to the top. I doubt anyone in this industry would dare to flirt with my wife, Gu Qichen."