Starting with a Breakup: Why Is the True Heiress My Possessive Ex? - Chapter 91

Xu Nian had suddenly become the young lady of the organization.

The promotion was so abrupt that even she hadn’t expected it.

Originally, she’d assumed Wu Gensheng would introduce her as a trusted adviser or perhaps a special consultant working behind the scenes.

Instead…

She had instantly become second only to him.

She had even been handed company shares.

Fortunately, Xu Nian reacted quickly.

She first displayed a look of complete astonishment, politely declined the offer several times, and finally accepted it with appropriate gratitude.

With her new identity established, Wu Gensheng immediately ordered all of his subordinates to assemble.

Officially, it was to introduce everyone to the newly appointed young lady.

Unofficially…

It allowed Xu Nian to observe everyone at once and identify who had already fallen under Lin Ye’s influence.

Quite the grand gesture.

Even Xu Nian had to admit that Wu Gensheng was willing to go to great lengths.

It seemed…

He had accepted most of her explanation.

“By the way,” Wu Gensheng asked, “who exactly is trying to kill me?”

“Lin Ye.”

“The Lin family…?”

His expression immediately stiffened.

“You mean Lin Ye?”

Xu Nian nodded.

That name was practically known throughout the city.

“If it’s him…”

“I believe you.”

Wu Gensheng slowly exhaled.

“We’ve been at odds lately.”

“He’s constantly causing trouble for me.”

“I’ve compromised again and again, yet he refuses to let things go.”

“So…”

“He’s planning to use me as some kind of ritual sacrifice?”

A thoughtful look flashed through his eyes.

Without saying anything else, he subtly signaled his subordinates.

Soon afterward…

Nearly a thousand people gathered inside the estate’s main hall.

The spacious room became packed shoulder to shoulder.

“One more question.”

Wu Gensheng looked at Xu Nian.

“Why do you have such a deep grudge against Lin Ye?”

“There are reasons I can’t disclose.”

“But I can tell you one thing.”

“Only one of us can survive.”

Wu Gensheng narrowed his eyes.

“So it’s irreconcilable hatred?”

“Did he hurt someone close to you?”

“Is this revenge?”

“Partly.”

“But more importantly…”

“He intends to kill me.”

“I’m simply trying to survive.”

“I can only live if he dies.”

Xu Nian calmly repeated those words.

For some reason…

Saying them aloud made her heart feel unexpectedly lighter.

She had wanted to tell someone this for a long time.

Wu Gensheng quietly nodded.

“I understand.”

He said nothing further.

Instead, he stepped forward and began addressing the assembled crowd.

Xu Nian stood beside him, silently observing everyone present.

Gradually…

She began noticing faint abnormalities.

For reasons she couldn’t fully explain, she could almost instinctively identify the people who had already been influenced by Lin Ye’s Domination ability.

A sentence from her previous simulation echoed inside her mind.

You secretly observed those who might already be under Lin Ye’s control and gradually severed his influence over them.

Wu Gensheng eventually introduced Xu Nian to everyone.

She simply nodded politely.

There was no need for a speech.

The gathering accepted her naturally.

Before long…

The introduction ceremony concluded successfully.

Wu Gensheng quietly asked,

“Well?”

“Did you notice anything?”

“Is everyone here?”

“Almost.”

“A few couldn’t leave their posts.”

“In that case…”

Xu Nian slowly pointed into the crowd.

“There are around twenty.”

Wu Gensheng followed her finger.

At that moment…

He truly believed her.

Until now, he’d remained cautious.

He had been observing every detail.

“It never hurts to stay cautious.”

“Carelessness gets people killed.”

How could someone like him trust a complete stranger overnight?

Normally…

He shouldn’t have believed a single word she’d said.

Even after witnessing her abilities.

Even after hearing her explanation.

Yet somehow…

He had unconsciously followed her reasoning step by step.

Still…

He had prepared one final test.

This gathering itself had been part of his plan.

He had intentionally assembled every available subordinate.

Nearly one thousand people.

Even if Xu Nian possessed extraordinary abilities…

She couldn’t possibly deceive all of them at once.

What if everything she’d told him was a lie?

What if she actually worked for Lin Ye…

And was deliberately earning his trust from within?

Today’s gathering would expose that.

If anything seemed suspicious…

He had only needed to smash the teacup beside him.

That would have been the signal.

But after carefully observing…

Every person Xu Nian identified occupied an insignificant position within the organization.

More importantly…

Their reactions were noticeably strange.

The evidence matched her words.

Facts didn’t lie.

At this point…

He was almost completely convinced.

There was only one remaining possibility.

Perhaps…

Those people had been intentionally chosen in advance.

Perhaps they were expendable bait arranged specifically for today.

Fortunately…

That would be easy to verify.

Xu Nian had already explained her next step.

She intended to attract Lin Ye’s attention…

Pretend to fall under his control…

Then infiltrate his organization from within and destroy him.

Whether she truly intended to do that…

Would soon become obvious.

Wu Gensheng decided to give her the opportunity.

If everything unfolded exactly as she’d predicted…

Then not only would she save his life—

She would also earn his friendship.

Even if she ultimately failed…

At least he would have time to prepare.

He no longer needed to watch only the traitors she’d identified.

He also had to prepare for whatever move Lin Ye made next.

Strange…

Normally I wouldn’t cooperate with someone this easily.

Yet today… I’ve gone along with everything.

Wu Gensheng understood his own personality better than anyone.

Still…

There was little point dwelling on it now.

“So.”

“What do you need from me next?”

“Should I help?”

Xu Nian shook her head.

“No.”

“If you help too obviously, it’ll look suspicious.”

“I need everything to appear accidental.”

“Only then can I gain Lin Ye’s trust.”

Wu Gensheng nodded.

“Very well.”

After that, he left Xu Nian alone.

Exactly what she wanted.

Pretending to familiarize herself with the estate…

She casually walked toward one of the men she’d already identified.

“Good afternoon, Miss.”

The subordinate greeted her respectfully.

Xu Nian unfolded a simple map.

She deliberately held it upside down.

“Excuse me.”

“I’m still unfamiliar with this place.”

“Could you tell me how to get here?”

The man blinked.

“…Miss.”

“Your map is upside down.”

“Oh!”

Xu Nian covered her mouth in mock embarrassment.

“I didn’t even notice.”

“Thank you.”

“You’re welcome.”

He hesitated before asking,

“The Boss didn’t assign anyone to accompany you?”

“I declined.”

“I’m more comfortable wandering around by myself.”

“I see…”

“Oh, right.”

Xu Nian changed the topic so naturally that the man didn’t notice.

“How long have you worked here?”

“…Three years.”

“Three years?”

Xu Nian smiled brightly.

“That’s quite a long time.”

“Then, as one of the organization’s veterans…”

“You should be even more loyal than everyone else.”

“Don’t you agree?”

The man’s expression suddenly stiffened.

“Y-Yes…”

“You’re right.”

For some reason…

An inexplicable panic welled up inside him.

Cold sweat gathered in his palms.

Without another word, he hurriedly excused himself and walked away.

Xu Nian quietly watched his retreating figure.

Then…

She smiled faintly.

She had sensed it.

The connection…

Had been severed.