119 Unexpected Changes (First Update)

When the name "Sun Minda" appeared in the check-in information column, everyone except Mu Qingcheng and Chu Bai froze in their tracks.

Even the members of the Mu family stared at the massive screen with expressions of bewilderment and profound meaning.

As everyone knew, the Sun family was not a reputable household. They were a family that had only risen to prominence in recent years, and their reputation was notoriously foul. However, due to their complex background and extensive connections, no one dared to provoke them easily. If one happened to cross paths with them, the standard protocol was to take a detour and avoid contact at all costs.

Upon seeing those three characters, the ever-sharp-nosed reporters immediately exchanged glances. They saw in each other’s eyes a desperate hunger for a red-hot exclusive.

In the next second, the lobby, which had just fallen quiet, erupted once again into chaotic noise.

"Miss Mu, what is your relationship with the eldest grandson of the Sun family?"
"Miss Mu, do you have any dealings with the Sun family?"
"Miss Mu, are you representing the Mu family in some kind of transaction?"
"Are you aware of the Sun family's background?"

The room was instantly filled with a deafening clamor.

Mu Qingcheng maintained her unwavering composure. Once the reporters had quieted down slightly, she responded softly, "I do not know him."

No sooner had the words left her lips than another wave of intense commotion broke out.

At this moment, Chu Bai stepped forward again. She waved her hands, shooing the reporters back like a flock of ducks. Once she had cleared enough space for everyone to breathe, she smiled leisurely, her red lips parting as she said, "I’m afraid this isn't a question for Miss Mu, but rather a question for... Miss Ran!"

"Miss Ran?"
"Ran Siya?"

The crowd’s attention shifted instantly. They saw Ran Siya standing alone to one side, her expression clearly trembling as she realized everyone was looking at her.

The entire Mu family stood up. Old Master Mu’s brow was furrowed as he couldn't help but demand, "Siya, what is going on here?"

"I... I don't know, Grandfather. It has nothing to do with me."

Ran Siya’s heart was in a state of chaotic turmoil, her mind a complete mess. She couldn't think clearly or make sense of anything. She couldn't understand why the conflict, which had been aimed squarely at Mu Qingcheng, had suddenly shifted to her for no reason. The turn of events was so abrupt that she had been caught completely off guard.

As for all of this...

With a flickering gaze, she looked at the name "Sun Minda" still displayed on the big screen. Ran Siya clenched her fingers and turned to the infinitely charming proprietress, Chu Bai, with a look of "grievance."

She spoke with the feigned ignorance and helplessness of a young girl, her voice laced with her usual fragile, pitiful tone. "Sister Chu Bai, I don't know this person. Why are you pointing at me? This clearly has nothing to do with me."

As she finished speaking, a single tear happened to fall. It slid down her skin—not exactly fair, but delicate enough—and everything fell perfectly into place. It could only be described as... flawless.

However, Chu Bai didn't buy it. She walked over, arms crossed in front of her, her smile lingering on Ran Siya’s face with a hint of irony before she... suddenly let out a peal of laughter.

The laughter was crisp and pleasant, yet filled with endless disdain. After a moment, she cleared her throat, shook her head, and said with a sigh, "Miss Ran, I think you’ve misunderstood something. This isn't the Beijing Film Academy, and you don't need to put on such a performance."

"I..."

Exposed ruthlessly in front of everyone, Ran Siya’s face flushed a deep red. She looked with shame and resentment at this proprietress who clearly couldn't be swayed by soft or hard tactics. She found it even more baffling that this woman had no regard for her "status" within the Mu family.

At this point, Chu Bai seemed to have had her fill of the game and suddenly straightened her expression. She turned back, looked directly at Old Master Mu, and bowed slightly, offering an apology first.

"My apologies, Old Master. I’m afraid I’m going to offend the Mu family today."

The Old Master nodded slowly. Even though his expression was grim, he was constrained by the presence of the reporters and could only reply, "It is fine. The Mu family has always valued fairness. Regardless of who it is, no one is permitted to commit acts that are illegal or against the state."

"Very well. With your words, I can rest easy."

Chu Bai smiled faintly, then turned back to face Ran Siya. "Miss Ran, the name on this room registration may not be yours, but this record... I wonder, does it look familiar to you?"

As she spoke, the staff behind her tapped rapidly on their keyboards, and once again, a detailed, itemized report appeared on the screen... a credit card transaction record!