CHAPTER 495: CHAPTER 495: REAL NAME REPORT

Just as the two were chatting, Nie Kang’s voice suddenly came from outside the window.

Since Wu Jie’s dormitory was on the first floor, every time Nie Kang came looking for her, he would shout from the balcony.

Standing on the balcony, Nie Kang declared loudly from outside.

"Xiao Jie, I just chased that guy surnamed Chen all the way to his house! How dare he bully you—I just had to curse him out until he couldn’t take it!"

As soon as he said this, Wu Jie and Cong Lijie were utterly shocked.

Wu Jie was so anxious she was almost crying and quickly asked, "Why did you curse him?"

"The TV station isn’t his family business, so what gives him the right to act superior? He’s just a host, nothing more! If he doesn’t want you there, that’s fine—someone as talented as you will have countless opportunities elsewhere to shine!"

Cong Lijie couldn’t help but exclaim, "Haha, you’re really something!"

"Of course! If someone dares to bully my girlfriend, letting him off with just words is already me being kind."

Wu Jie couldn’t help but ask, "What did Chen Tai say?"

"He promised that from now on, whenever he sees you, he’ll avoid you and never upset you again."

"Ah! You’re driving me crazy!"

As soon as she said that, Wu Jie immediately took out her phone and dialed Chen Bin.

However, every time it rang just a few times, the call was immediately hung up by him.

Seeing her frantic expression, Nie Kang looked utterly confused.

"Sister Cong, what’s going on with her?"

Cong Lijie smiled and shook her head, "Maybe she’s too happy. You should head back now—my other roommates will be back soon."

Faced with Chen Bin’s cold attitude, Wu Jie sat on her bed, crying for a long time.

The next morning, she directly took a taxi to the provincial TV station.

Seeing Chen Bin’s car, she rushed forward and blocked it.

Chen Bin slammed on the brakes, rolled down the window, and yelled angrily.

"What’s wrong with you? Trying to cause trouble first thing in the morning?"

Wu Jie’s tears began falling again; feeling wronged, she whispered.

"I just want to talk to you."

"There’s nothing left to talk about between us."

"If you don’t talk to me, I’ll stand here and keep blocking you!"

Thinking about being at the provincial TV station entrance and not wanting to make a scene, Chen Bin reluctantly let Wu Jie into his car.

Driving to the parking lot, he asked impatiently.

"Alright, speak—why are you looking for me?"

"My boyfriend he..."

Wu Jie barely started speaking when Chen Bin waved his hand and interrupted her.

"You’re still so young, already trying to date? This is the age for learning, yet you’re not focusing on your studies—just from this alone, I know you’re not a good student and won’t become an excellent host!"

Wu Jie didn’t get angry but softly and weakly asked back.

"Do you like me?"

Chen Bin was momentarily stunned, "What did you just say? Say it again!"

"I said, do you like me?"

"Are you crazy? How could I possibly like you? Get out of my car—I need to go to work!"

As he spoke, Chen Bin got out from the driver’s seat.

Seeing Wu Jie unmoved, he forcibly pulled her out of the car.

"I need to keep my distance from you now, so your idiot boyfriend doesn’t come looking for trouble again. Also, let me warn you—if he dares show up again, I definitely won’t hold back!"

Chen Bin himself didn’t understand why he was so angry.

Perhaps—it was simply the pang of jealousy.

In the days that followed, Wu Jie kept trying to contact Chen Bin.

But he consistently refused to pick up her calls, nor would he respond to her messages.

It seemed as though he had truly decided to end all contact.

That night, Chen Bin went to Hong Ke’s place for dinner.

During the meal, he tentatively asked.

"Sister Hong, have you considered that thing I mentioned?"

After some thought, Hong Ke finally nodded.

"I can share everything I know with you."

She then confessed everything about teaming up with Lan Hui to profit from ads through the provincial TV station.

After listening, Chen Bin was deeply shocked.

Moreover, he was sure that what Hong Ke disclosed was far from the full picture with Lan Hui.

"I think a formal report can be filed under your real name."

Hong Ke frowned slightly, feeling the suggestion was clearly too risky.

"Isn’t that a bit dangerous? What if this doesn’t bring her down, and we end up facing retaliation?"

"I understand the risks entirely, so I won’t act until I’m absolutely certain."

Meanwhile, Lan Hui was still busy in her office.

It wasn’t a matter of diligence—she simply had too much backlog that needed overtime to resolve.

The telephone suddenly rang, startling her to the point where she trembled.

Seeing the caller ID, she instantly put on a flattering smile and answered.

"Ah, it’s you! Is there anything you need?"

A cold male voice came over the line, sounding distinctly annoyed.

"Why are there so many people investigating you lately? What’s going on?"

Lan Hui’s voice quivered as she answered, "Please don’t be upset—I’ve indeed encountered some trouble recently, but it’s all settled now."

"Hmph, and remember this—if things spiral out of control, nobody will be able to save you."

"Understood, I completely understand."

"One more thing—don’t assume that with me in your corner, you can act recklessly. Even when making money, you need to exercise restraint."

With that, the man abruptly hung up.

Lan Hui let out a long sigh and slumped into her chair.

Muttering to herself, "If I don’t get tougher, I’ll never make it work—every year I send so much, I barely have anything left to spare for myself."

The following morning, Chen Bin personally went to the Provincial Committee to meet with Zeng Pengchao.

After explaining the situation with Lan Hui, Zeng Pengchao replied.

"Bring her along so she can explain everything. If her account holds up, I can let her offset her faults and avoid punishment."

"Alright, no problem!"

Leaving Zeng Pengchao’s office, Chen Bin immediately found Hong Ke.

"Sister Hong, I think you can file a report under your real name now."

Hong Ke’s eyes widened in disbelief.

Last night, when she heard Chen Bin mention a real-name report against Lan Hui, she thought he meant filing it himself.

But clearly, now she realized it was about her doing it instead.

Chen Bin nodded and said, "You’re the one who knows Lan Hui best—only your report can achieve the most impact."

"But Lan Hui has powerful connections. If I go through with this, what if she retaliates against me?"

"To be honest, I know Secretary Zeng Pengchao. If you meet him in person and explain the situation, Lan Hui will undoubtedly be taken down. After all, regardless of how deep Lan Hui’s connections go, can they rival Secretary Zeng’s?"

"You can really arrange for me to meet Secretary Zeng?"

"Of course! Did you think I became the Deputy Director of the Provincial TV Station at such a young age without some heavy backing?"

It was only now that Hong Ke realized how strong Chen Bin’s connections were.

Feeling reassured, her expression became resolute.

"If Secretary Zeng won’t hold me accountable, I’m willing to file a real-name report against Lan Hui!"

After coordinating both sides, Chen Bin reached out to Zeng Pengchao again.

This time, however, Zeng Pengchao said Chen Bin couldn’t bring Hong Ke to the Provincial Committee, lest the word got out.

Ultimately, after some discussion, they decided the meeting would take place at Hong Ke’s home...