Chapter 42

The company took action, and with a professional team handling the matter, everything was dealt with efficiently and swiftly.

In the end, Liu Meifen agreed.

Once she made the decision, her execution was extremely effective and forceful. No one in the world knew Wen Haifeng better than she did, not even Wen Tang.

During the years Wen Haifeng had been leeching off Wen Tang, had she not gathered dirt on him? Of course not!

She was, after all, a veteran industry-recognized gold medal agent!

She had long been accustomed to being prepared for anything, and she wasn’t one to let someone like him take advantage without making preparations.

In the afternoon, a few marketing accounts began to tentatively release some dirt on Wen Haifeng.

There were reports of him indulging in debauchery, driving luxury cars with beautiful women, loitering around Wen Tang’s residence for several days, harassing Wen Tang for money, and even videos of him causing a scene at a film set had been dug up.

#A closer look at how Wen Tang’s biological father, Wen Haifeng, has been leeching off her over the years like a bloodsucker#

#Wen Haifeng’s 50-million-dollar new mansion purchase#

#Before the car accident, Wen Haifeng and his son caused a ruckus on set.  Wen Tang refused to acknowledge them!#

#Wen Haifeng guarding the door to ask for money#

One Stone Causes Thousands of Ripples

Originally, the discussion on Weibo had already shifted in response to the afternoon video about the car accident and the relationship between Wen Tang and her father, Wen Haifeng. The buzz was still rising, when, around five or six in the evening, during the rush hour, even more shocking details about how Wen Haifeng and his family exploited Wen Tang began to surface.

Every new revelation was more disturbing than the last.

The public was in an uproar.

Many people who followed these scandals were merely interested in the drama and did not care about the source of the information. Additionally, public opinion was easily swayed. Just as they had previously condemned Wen Tang, they now quickly turned against Wen Haifeng when his misdeeds came to light.

Some even realized that they had wronged Wen Tang. They discovered that she was actually a victim, and the true culprits were Wen Haifeng and his son, who had lived off her for years.

The outcry on Weibo was overwhelming!

Wen Tang, being a well-known figure with a strong fan base, saw her supporters mobilize fiercely. Her fans, who had previously been suppressed, now sprang into action with even greater intensity as public opinion turned in her favor.

Those who had previously criticized Wen Tang found themselves regretting their actions. They felt deceived by the media and were quick to express their remorse. They began to shift their anger towards Wen Haifeng and his son.

Public outrage soared as Wen Haifeng and his son became targets of widespread condemnation.

Furthermore, while Wen Tang’s social circle wasn’t extensive, she had a number of friends who came forward to support her. Even the director of her current drama praised her professionalism and good relationships on set, countering earlier negative portrayals.

Wen Tang’s image, which had been tarnished, was now restored to a positive and radiant one.

What fault could Wen Tang possibly have?

She had done nothing wrong; she had only been diligently working on her drama.

The real problems lay with her exploitative father and the half-brother he fathered after remarrying!

[What kind of scumbag father is this? I’m fuming!]

[Just imagining how much Wen Tang must have suffered due to her father is heart-wrenching!]

[It’s truly heartbreaking. If Wen Anle’s drunk driving hadn’t been exposed, we would never have known about the suffering behind the scenes of this star!]

[Why did I criticize Wen Tang so vehemently before? Now I realize I must have been out of my mind!]

[I’m crying for Wen Tang! My heart aches for her!]

[We all owe Wen Tang an apology!]

……

Wen Tang’s Weibo was soon filled with thousands of comments, mostly expressing sympathy, apologies, and support. One particularly notable comment came from a fan who had experienced similar family difficulties. They shared their own struggles and expressed deep empathy for Wen Tang’s situation. This comment quickly gained traction and became popular.

The public’s reaction was unprecedentedly strong.

Originally, Wen Tang had planned to have dinner with her boyfriend Zhou Jingyu in the evening. However, due to the urgent situation, she had to cancel their plans and was called back to the company.

By eight in the evening, during the peak traffic period, Wen Tang’s Weibo account was updated.

The post served both as an explanation and a declaration.

In the update, Wen Tang detailed significant moments in her life with straightforward and unembellished language. She described her parents’ divorce, her years living with her grandmother, her early acting career, and her mother’s return to manage her career. She explained how Wen Haifeng, who had never fulfilled his responsibilities as a father, had come to demand money and threaten custody, despite never having contacted her before.

After receiving money from Wen Tang, Wen Haifeng quit his job, and his family had relied on her for a lavish lifestyle.

The post was filled with underlying pain, even though it didn’t explicitly use the word “suffering.”

“Despite how he treated me, I don’t harbor resentment. He gave me life, and I should be grateful.”

“If I could always earn enough to support them, I would. But after turning 22, many things happened that I prefer not to revisit. I would often cry myself to sleep. He crossed my bottom line, and I could no longer tolerate him. I once said on Weibo that my father was dead, that I had no father. I apologize for giving such a bad example. It was extreme, but it was my true feeling at the time.”

“Since I was 22, I have considered my father dead.”

“For the past four years, from 22 to 26, I haven’t seen him or his family. I am shocked by how he raised his only son Wen Anle. I sympathize with the victims of Wen Anle’s reckless actions and regret what has happened. I will cover all their medical expenses, compensation, and the future education costs of their six-year-old child until adulthood. I am doing this not to absolve Wen Anle but because of my own conscience.”

“And lastly, I will completely sever the father-daughter relationship with my biological father, Wen Haifeng. I hereby declare this.”

……

[I’m sobbing uncontrollably!!!]

[Crying like a dog, woo woo woo!]

[How could Wen Tang be so pitiful? She’s clearly a queen; how can she be so pitiable?!]

[Wen Tang, you are forever my queen!!!]

[Every time I think things can’t get worse, I’m proved wrong. My eyes are swollen from crying, woo woo…]

[This article is so well-written! From a purely observational perspective, the words are not fancy but sincere and emotional, gripping and resonant. It’s a perfect example of impactful writing! It’s hard to believe Wen Tang wrote this, especially since she’s not even graduated from middle school? Amazing, Wen Tang!]

[The comment above is so ambiguous, it’s hard to tell if it’s praise or criticism.]

[It’s definitely praise, highlighting how well Wen Tang’s article is written! I also think it’s great; tears kept flowing from the beginning.]

[Me too!]

[I wonder if she really wrote it herself, considering her educational level. Maybe it was ghostwritten!]

[Even if it was ghostwritten, the events are real. Who wrote it doesn’t matter. Haters, just leave already!]

[So, the key point is that Wen Tang is finally cutting ties with her vampire-like father?]

[Celebrations all around!!!]

[Severing ties is the right thing to do; it should have been done long ago. Support!!!]

[Support severing ties!]

[Support!!]

[It’s a must to sever ties!!]

[Wen Tang has finally stood up for herself. A thousand supports! Cheers and shouts—]

…..

[Just one question, after reading the entire article word for word, does anyone else want to know what happened four years ago, when Wen Tang was 22?]

[…Actually, I’m curious too.]

[Curious +1]

……

The article left people eager for more information.

Driven by curiosity, people dug deeper.

The power of the online community is immense. After persistent effort, they uncovered some details.

Wen Tang had been on an upward trajectory in her career since signing her first contract. By the age of 22, she had become a household name, a major star.

Wen Tang entered the industry early, and many long-time fans remembered her as a sweet, obedient girl who listened to her mother. However, after she turned 22, her image changed drastically. She became cold and aloof, frequently changing boyfriends, and was perceived as a wild, unrestrained woman.

Many fans were put off by this change and left her fanbase. However, she continued to rise in popularity, attracting new fans who were fascinated by her unique persona.

So, what happened to Wen Tang at 22?

A netizen unearthed a video from several years ago.

In the video, Wen Tang was recording a show, nearing the end when, for unknown reasons, she abruptly left the recording site and flew away, leaving behind rumors of her being difficult on set. Although the show was later completed, the negative rumors persisted.

During an interview on a talk show, Wen Tang, then younger and less guarded, tearfully explained that her grandmother, who had been her only family, had suddenly passed away. She hadn’t been able to see her grandmother one last time, which devastated her.

This segment was cut from the show at Liu Meifen’s request and wasn’t broadcast, but it was leaked later. The video’s timestamp matched Wen Tang’s age of 22.

Could Wen Tang’s drastic personality change be related to her grandmother’s death?

The speculation was rife, with various opinions emerging:

[Why does this feel like a soap opera? But I’m so hooked.]

[Hooked +1. Who else is staying up all night, endlessly watching videos of Wen Tang from four years ago? It’s me!]

[As a critic of Wen Tang, I was planning to mock her. But as I watched videos from four years ago, I was charmed by her sweetness. Is this not absurd??!!]

[I can’t criticize her anymore. Four years ago, she was really sweet! Who else is catching up on old videos of Wen Tang’s sweet phase? It’s me!]

[Wen Tang is indeed one of the most beautiful actresses in the industry. I started as a casual observer and now I’m a fan of her looks. Can you believe it?]

…….

Late into the night, many were engrossed in the drama, obsessively following every detail.

The next morning, a reporter managed to interview a maid who had worked in Wen Tang’s villa, helping with cleaning and cooking.

The maid, slightly plump, was shown in close-up with her rough, calloused hands, a sign of years of hard work.

She recalled, “I worked for the Wen family for seven years, starting when Miss Wen was fifteen. She was always very kind, understanding, and respectful of us workers.”

“Miss Wen had a tough childhood, relying on her grandmother. I clearly remember that when Miss Wen was 22, she was excited to bring her grandmother to Lingcheng. Her grandmother had been reluctant to come, fearing it would disrupt Miss Wen’s work and life.”

“But within a month of arriving in Lingcheng, the elderly lady fell down the stairs and passed away. Miss Wen was away recording a show at the time. By the time she returned, her grandmother had already been cremated. She didn’t even get to see her one last time, which was a huge blow to her.”

“In this period, certain events occurred. We, the housekeepers, all signed confidentiality agreements before starting, so we cannot speak freely about it. However, it is certain that it involved Ms. Wen’s biological father, Mr. Wen. It even escalated to the police, and Ms. Wen called the police herself. Ms. Wen and Mr. Wen had never had any emotional bond; Mr. Wen would only come around asking for money. It was probably after the old lady’s death that Ms. Wen completely severed ties with Mr. Wen.”

“Ms. Wen’s personality also seemed to change a lot.”

“We don’t know what happened afterward. Shortly after that incident, all of us working at Wen’s house were dismissed, and a new batch of servants was brought in.”

……

The interviewee was an ordinary person, and to protect their identity, the video blurred their upper body throughout.

When this video was released, the public, who had stayed up all night, seemed to be injected with a dose of adrenaline, suddenly becoming energized and unable to sleep.

[Wow, this is amazing!]

[Is this something I can watch without paying? It’s so thrilling!]

[So, did the old lady’s death really have anything to do with Wen Haifeng?]

[The fact that it reached the police indicates there’s more to the story!]

[Why did Wen Tang sever ties with her father Wen Haifeng? Was it because of the old lady’s death? What exactly did Wen Haifeng do? I’m so curious!]

[Looking at the video, the housekeepers were dismissed shortly after the old lady’s accident. If there’s no hidden agenda, why did they do that? What was the purpose?]

[My bold guess is that the housekeepers, being in the villa the most, knew the inside story of the old lady’s death! Dismissing them was likely to cover up the truth!]

[Chilling!]

[Terrifying when you think about it!]

[I thought I was just catching up on gossip, but now it feels like I’m watching a real-life suspense drama on Weibo!]

[I’m now deeply engrossed in this drama. Can someone tell me the truth? Was Wen Tang’s grandmother really an accident? I can’t believe it!]

[I was naïve to think this was just ordinary gossip. Now, I’m in awe!]

[Even though the aunt in the video didn’t say much, it felt like she revealed everything.]

[She said nothing, but it felt like she said everything +1]

[Help, it’s so scary to think about!]

[Could Wen Haifeng really be involved? Oh my God, that’s a human life!]

[Considering Wen Haifeng’s character, it’s not impossible :)]

[Those upstairs, do you have too much imagination? Even if it did reach the police, Wen Haifeng is still fine. What does that mean? It means he didn’t commit a crime!]

[Do you really believe just one side of the story? The entertainment industry is so chaotic, fabricating facts just to shift the focus?]

[I’m going to bed; I really can’t stay up any longer. I hope to see the truth when I wake up.]

[Going to work, hoping for the truth!]

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