Villain: Starting as a Corrupt Tycoon's Wife

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"I am fine."

"You're not having a headache because of me, are you?"

"You know it all?"

She didn't want Ling Yun to know these things, but the truth eventually came out, especially since Ling Yun was someone who enjoyed intense online surfing.

Ling Yun kissed her cheek: "I thought they would dig up some juicy gossip, but after all that talk, they only mentioned that I'm a womanizer."

"Being unfaithful is unacceptable. I will not allow any negative comments about you to appear online."

"We can't care what others say, as long as we find the beast behind it and kill him."

Ling Yun picked her up and sat her down on the sofa next to him.

"Don't worry, they called me this morning and said they would delete all the related comments as soon as possible, and might even add my name to the list of prohibited words in the future."

Ling Yun spoke these words casually, and Ling Shuang suddenly realized what was happening.

Yes, Ling Yun is not only her man, but also the chairman of Xinghe Group. He is also a highly sought-after figure in the eyes of those above, who are afraid he will run away. How could they not intervene?

"Ling Yun, promise me one thing." Ling Shuang said seriously, "Don't believe anything that Yun Shuying says."

Ling Yun raised an eyebrow slightly: "Sure."

"I've never hated a woman so much." Ling Shuang gritted her teeth. "I really don't know what she's thinking. Does she even know what the consequences are for someone of her status saying such ambiguous things?"

The phone rang, and when Ling Shuang picked it up, she almost dropped it.

Sparse clouds and shadows.

Ling Yun craned his neck: "You even saved her number?"

"I don't remember when I saved it."

Ling Shuang really wanted to hang up immediately, but her fingertip lingered on the answer button for a moment before slowly sliding it across.

"I am Ling Shuang."

A gentle voice came from the other end of the phone: "Sister Ling Shuang, this is Yun Shuying."

"What is it?" Ling Shuang's tone was as cold as ice.

Yun Shuying paused for two seconds on the other end of the phone before speaking again with just the right amount of apology: "I'm so sorry, my intention was just to praise Chairman Ling on the show, I didn't expect it to cause such a misunderstanding, but I will do my best to make amends..."

“There’s no need for compensation,” Ling Shuang interrupted her. “This little storm will subside by tomorrow.”

A hint of relief and lightness appeared in Yun Shuying's voice: "Really? That's wonderful!"

"I warned your team long ago that they were not allowed to mention Chairman Ling in any public setting. You agreed to that, so why did you suddenly change your mind last night?"

"Sister Ling Shuang, don't be angry~" Yun Shuying on the other end of the phone pursed her red lips, her eyes sparkling, "I just... really can't control my admiration for Chairman Ling."

Ling Shuang's eyes suddenly turned cold: "You!"

“Ever since I met Chairman Ling that day, my heart has been unable to hold anyone else.” She deliberately drew out her words, her fingertips twirling a strand of hair. “As his fiancée, Sister Ling Shuang should understand this feeling of longing the most. Besides… Chairman Ling has never lacked beautiful women around him, so one more of me wouldn’t make a difference, would it?”

Ling Shuang suddenly suppressed her anger, and a faint smile, like an ice flower, appeared on her lips: "Very well, I hope you will always maintain this attitude and not regret it."

"Then I won't bother Sister Ling Shuang any longer. I wish you a pleasant long holiday in advance."

If Ling Yun hadn't stopped her, Ling Shuang would have already wanted Xiao Ling to bring Yun Shuying back!

"If you get involved with this slut, don't ever touch me again!"

"Oh my, you've got quite a temper."

Ling Shuang lunged at Ling Yun, grabbing his face with both hands: "Why are you so good-looking? If you were even a little bit ugly, even if you donated hundreds of billions, that slut wouldn't say such a thing!"

The two's playful banter quickly turned to other activities. As Lingyun carried her on his back and sprinted, his phone rang.

"Hello, Mr. Su?"

"Chairman Ling, have I bothered you?"

"No, you tell me."

Lingyun switched the phone to speakerphone and tossed it onto the sofa.

"Regarding the false rumors circulating online about you, our investigation has revealed that Gu Yixuan was behind it. If it is convenient for you, we can arrange for him to apologize to you in person immediately. Furthermore, the Su family will handle all matters related to the trouble this matter has caused you and will propose a specific compensation plan to ensure you receive a satisfactory explanation."

"Gu Yixuan".

Ling Yun grasped the iceberg CEO's softness, his fingers sinking deep into her beautiful flesh: "I'm at the company right now."

“Okay, I’ll have him come over right away. I’m so sorry, I never expected him to do something like this…”

"It's alright. To err is human, to forgive divine."

Ling Yun narrowed his eyes, and the murderous intent that flashed in them sent a chill down Ling Shuang's spine.

After hanging up the phone, he held Ling Shuang in his arms and marched forward triumphantly until they both reached the other side.

He initially wondered how he would come to have a grudge against a celebrity, but he never expected it would be because of a woman.

The saying "beauty is a curse" is not just a saying, but Yun Shuying doesn't feel like an ordinary female lead to him. Instead, she might be a character from a different story.

Less than an hour later, Gu Yixuan was taken to Xinghe Group by two men in black.

Gu Yixuan wore sunglasses and a mask to avoid being recognized.

Lingyun chose to meet him in the conference room downstairs.

When Gu Yixuan saw Ling Yun sitting there, he felt a chill run down his spine.

Name: Gu Yixuan

[Combat Power]: 9

[Special]: Chosen Star (Purple)

[Identity]: Male lead in "Top Superstar, My Fans Are Just a Little Bit"

[Destiny]: A top male celebrity in the entertainment industry, possessing exceptional on-screen presence and charisma, with hundreds of millions of fans worldwide. He has a self-centered personality and is arrogant, believing the entire company, including his boss Su Jin, should listen to him. Driven by jealousy of Yun Shuying's confession to Ling Yun, he intends to incite public opinion to cyberbully her, hoping to reap the benefits.

[Recent Opportunities]: The film "Dragon Chaser" that I filmed became a huge hit and went viral in many countries.

[Luck]: 2500/2500

Chosen Star: Born to be a star, able to shine even brighter on stage.

With a luck value of 2500, he is roughly the same as Liu Ruizhe, the protagonist of the medical immortal genre.

Gu Yixuan removed his disguise and stood in front of Ling Yun. His usual radiance in front of the camera was gone. His face was pale and his forehead was covered with a fine layer of cold sweat.

Remembering Su Jin's warning, he knew he had really bitten off more than he could chew this time.

He pressed his hands tightly against his trouser seams, bent over sharply, lowered himself to the lowest position, and his voice trembled noticeably with fear: "Chairman Ling! I...I sincerely apologize to you!"

Chapter 170 Digging a Hole and Burying It

"It was my despicable nature, my petty jealousy! I was jealous of you... jealous of everything you have—your status, your abilities, and... and Yun Shuying's favor towards you. I was blinded by greed, that's why I instigated and spread those vicious rumors behind your back..."

As he spoke, his voice trembled with tears, but he dared not look up.

"I was wrong, I really know I was wrong! Please be merciful and forgive me this time! I swear, from now on, I, Gu Yixuan, will follow your lead and never dare to be disrespectful in the slightest again! Please give me another chance!"

He remained bowed at a ninety-degree angle, like a frozen statue awaiting final judgment.

Ling Yun simply picked up the coffee on the table slowly, the rising steam blurring his cold, handsome features. He didn't even glance at Gu Yixuan, but spoke indifferently, his voice devoid of any emotion.

"Finished?"

These three words sent a chill down Gu Yixuan's spine more intensely than any rebuke.

Ling Yun took a sip of coffee and slowly put down the cup: "Er Leng."

The conference room door was violently pushed open, and a bald man made a dazzling entrance.

"Chairman Ling, I'm here!"

"Call the brothers and find a place to bury the big star Gu."

"Yes, Chairman Ling!"

The bald man grinned maliciously, and members of the Paw Paw Special Forces rushed in from the front and back doors, grabbing Gu Yixuan without saying a word.

The two bodyguards who accompanied him never expected this to happen, and they immediately pleaded with Ling Yun for mercy.

"Chairman Ling, although Gu Yixuan deserves to die, he..."

"Didn't you hear what Chairman Ling said?"

Erleng interrupted him: "Today, either we bury this kid, or we bury all three of you together."

The two bodyguards immediately shut up, stood aside, and pretended to admire the scenery outside the window.

Gu Yixuan's legs went weak, and he knelt down on the ground.

Her once eloquent mouth now seemed rusty, unable to utter a single useful word.

It wasn't until several people carried him to the elevator that Gu Yixuan began to struggle desperately.

"Big brother, I swear, from now on I'll be Chairman Ling's dog. Please, have mercy on me. I'll do anything!"

He was covered in snot and tears; anyone who saw him would find him disgusting.

He made quite a commotion, hoping it would attract other employees and buy him some time.

Unexpectedly, Xinghe Group had given everyone a day off early, and there was no one on this floor.

"Brother Leng, this kid's too noisy." Ah Gou put his arm around Gu Yixuan's neck, making him roll his eyes. "How about we knock him out first and then take him away?"

Erleng nodded: "Okay, I'll go find a bigger suitcase first."

Upon receiving the order, Ah Gou exerted a little force, causing the seemingly tall and strong Gu Yixuan to faint.

The elevator doors opened, and several men in black pushed an oversized suitcase out the back door and lifted it into a van.

After an unknown amount of time, when Gu Yixuan woke up, he found himself with his hands and feet bound, a rag stuffed in his mouth, lying in a dug pit.

Several cameras were also set up around the pit—all arranged by Ling Yun.

"Uh-huh!"

He twisted his body, trying to talk to Erleng who was standing by the pit, but the other man couldn't understand what he was babbling about.

"You're awake?" Er Leng took out his phone and pointed it at him, grinning. "Chairman Ling, did you see that?"

Erleng turned the phone camera from the pit to the surrounding area: "I've already observed this place. The weather is fine, calm, and the wind... well, it's perfect for burying people!"

"If you don't know how to use idioms, don't use them carelessly."

A male voice came from not far away. Er Leng immediately put down his phone and ran to Ling Yun's side.

"Chairman Ling, what brings you here?"

"To see him off on his final journey."

Gu Yixuan, who was inside the pit, heard the conversation between the two clearly. He smelled the earth and felt extremely regretful for offending Ling Yun.

Ling Yun arrived at the edge of the pit, a mocking smile on his lips: "Oh, Gu, the big star, busy, huh?"

"Um!"

"You're welcome. Just lie down and relax."

Ling Yunchong raised his chin, somewhat bewildered, and said, "Let's do it."

"okay!"

Erleng was overjoyed and immediately called on his brothers to start shoveling soil down below.

[Due to being buried alive, the protagonist Gu Yixuan's mentality was damaged, and his luck points decreased by 500, currently at 2000/2500!]

Faced with an irreversible test of life and death, no one could remain calm.

In comparison, Gu Yixuan only lost 500 points of luck, which shows that his mentality is still relatively good compared to the main characters.

Ling Yun put his hands in his pockets and looked up at the sky.

This time, he deliberately dawdled and didn't kill Gu Yixuan immediately, just to see what other tricks the Heavenly Mother had up her sleeve.

In such a desperate situation, she couldn't just use some kind of cheat code to bring Gu Yixuan back to life, could she?

Just after Erleng and his men had dug down a dozen shovelfuls of soil, a police car drove up from not far away.