The surveillance footage showed Shen Jingbing dragging Liu Ruxue out of a red sports car and slapping her across the face. Hitting people where it hurt—especially the face—was Shen Jingbing’s specialty.
Liu Ruxue’s eyes widened in shock. She snatched Shen Jingbing’s phone and smashed it on the ground, shattering it instantly. Shen Jingbing didn’t even try to stop her. Instead, a sinister smile curled on his lips.
The video had plenty of flaws—enough for anyone to tell it was fake.
His original plan was just to humiliate Liu Ruxue, stir up some scandalous rumors about her. But who knew she’d be foolish enough to lose her temper and break his phone?
Now, he had the perfect opportunity to turn this staged drama into something real.
"Liu Ruxue, you destroyed my phone just to erase the evidence?"
Liu Ruxue froze, realizing her mistake too late.
The moment she saw the video, she had lost all rationality. In her panic, she’d smashed his phone without thinking. Now, it was clear—she’d fallen right into his trap.
"N-no… that’s not what happened!"
"Not what happened? Sure, I hit you that time, but afterward, you got down on your knees and begged me, saying you loved me. That’s the only reason I forgave you. And now? You’re off sleeping with other men? What kind of fool do you take me for, Liu Ruxue?"Liu Ruxue stumbled back three steps. The more she tried to explain, the worse things got.
The photos were fake, but the fact that she had been in Lin Ran’s car was real.
And when Shen Jingbing had dragged her out of Lin Ran’s car, she had been dressed rather provocatively.
Tears streamed down Liu Ruxue’s face as she shook her head.
"You’re lying! You made all of this up! You’re trying to ruin me!"
The entire library was listening now. Some spectators, eager for drama, had even gathered around.
Explosive. Absolutely explosive.
Shen Jingbing clutched his chest, playing the role of a heartbroken victim to perfection.
His heart must have been shattered. How could Liu Ruxue hurt him like this?
"Ruxue… you… I loved you so much, and you think I wanted to destroy you? You… you’re so cruel—"
Two clear tears rolled down his cheeks as he collapsed to his knees.
The students around them erupted into chatter.
"Damn! Liu Ruxue is terrifying!"
"Wait, isn’t it Liu Ruyan? Oh right, Liu Ruxue and Liu Ruyan are sisters."
"Who’s Liu Ruyan?"
"The ‘Queen of Heartbreakers.’"
"Oh my god, this is insane! Liu Ruxue is seriously messed up! How does someone like her even qualify as the campus belle?"
"Senior Liu, I never knew you were like this. If you’re ever hungry, come find me. I’m a professional turtle breeder—everyone who’s tried my dishes says they’re amazing. You’re welcome to taste them anytime."
"Wow, never thought I’d see the day. The top beauty of Jingda University is actually this shameless? I caught a glimpse of that video—utterly unbelievable."
"Poor guy! Liu Ruxue isn’t worth your tears! Look at us—there are plenty of girls here waiting for love!"
Liu Ruxue felt like the sky was collapsing. She desperately wanted to explain, but no one would listen.
"No, you can’t believe him! That video is fake!"
Just then, You Qingnan, who had been silently watching with a pained expression, finally spoke up.
"Ruxue… is it true? If it is, just tell me. I’ll stand by you. As long as you cut ties with other men, I’ll always protect you."
Shen Jingbing was stunned. He slowly stood up, staring at this earnest-looking guy, his brain struggling to process what he’d just heard.
"Bro… you’d actually take her?"
You Qingnan glared at Shen Jingbing.
"I believe in Ruxue. Even if she made mistakes, setting aside the facts, don’t you think it’s wrong to ruin someone’s reputation just because you got hurt?"
Shen Jingbing took three steps back, his worldview crumbling.
"Bro, what’s your name?"
"You Qingnan."
"You Qingnan… you must be really desperate. You and Liu Ruxue? Perfect match. She’s all yours now. Hope you two stay together forever."
Shen Jingbing smirked. If this guy wanted to play the fool, let him. His goal today was accomplished—time to leave.
But You Qingnan, hearing Shen Jingbing’s words and seeing Liu Ruxue’s tear-streaked face, couldn’t hold back anymore.
"You dare insult her? I’ll beat you up!" He lunged forward.
Shen Jingbing grinned inwardly. Perfect—this time, he wasn’t the one who threw the first punch.
The two men tumbled into a messy brawl. Though Shen Jingbing was smaller, he was quick on his feet.
While wrestling with You Qingnan, he even managed to land a kick on Liu Ruxue.
She staggered, nearly falling.
Huo Haini caught her, but the admiration in her eyes had vanished, replaced by barely concealed schadenfreude.
"Ruxue… are you okay?"
Even she found this embarrassing.
"Liu Ruxue, you heartless witch! You cheated on me, and now your lapdog is attacking me? I won’t let this go!" Shen Jingbing shouted, making sure the entire library heard him as he dramatically flailed his arms like some martial arts master.
Liu Ruxue stiffened.
This couldn’t end here. If it did, her reputation as a heartbreaker would be set in stone.
"Call the police."
Huo Haini: "…What? The police? Ruxue, are you insane?"
Despite her words, Huo Haini was already dialing the number. If Liu Ruxue wanted to ruin herself completely, she’d gladly help.
Soon, the officers arrived. Recognizing Shen Jingbing and Liu Ruxue, one of them sighed.
"You two again? When will this end?"
Lately, these two had been keeping them very busy.
The officers efficiently dispersed the crowd before escorting Liu Ruxue, Shen Jingbing, and You Qingnan away.
Shen Jingbing suddenly pointed at Huo Haini.
"Officer, her too! She was part of it! Those two sent this guy to attack me—it was all three of them!"
Huo Haini: "…Me?!"
Officer: "…A group conspiracy?"
And just like that, Huo Haini was also taken away.
Huo Haini: "I didn’t do anything! Officer, don’t listen to him! I’m innocent!"
Shen Jingbing: "Do you know Liu Ruxue?"
Before she could answer, he pressed on.
"Were you with her?"
"Didn’t you call the police? If you’re not involved, why did you call?"
Huo Haini was speechless.
"I—"
The officer handcuffed her. "Save it for the station."
Regardless of the truth, Shen Jingbing had accused all three of ganging up on him. Procedure had to be followed.
Huo Haini’s gaze at Liu Ruxue now burned with hatred.
At the station, things only got worse.
Shen Jingbing flat-out denied hitting anyone. Instead, he claimed Liu Ruxue had thrown coffee at him and that she and Huo Haini had ordered You Qingnan to attack him.
His lies were full of holes, but he spun them with confidence.
The exhausted officer could only suggest mediation.
"Mediation again?" Liu Ruxue nearly screamed. Every time Shen Jingbing harassed her, the police just pushed for mediation. And now, here they were again.