Three days later, Tang Ye had produced an original song. It was released on major music platforms and was climbing the charts.
He also announced his return on Weibo in a high-profile manner.
Under Ye Die's arrangement, money was spent to buy trending topics for Tang Ye on Weibo, and the topic of Tang Ye's comeback quickly overshadowed the wedding of Ye Fengxing.
Tang Yu immediately called Tang Ye. Tang Ye only said on the phone that he would explain when he got home later.
That evening, Tang Ye returned home, his smile uncontainable.
Zhang Meiyu asked in confusion, "Didn't you announce your permanent retirement from the industry before? Why are you suddenly going back to that circle without even discussing it with me?"
Tang Yu also said, "Without the support of the Tang family, it will be very difficult for you to return to that circle, won't it?"
Tang Ye said indifferently, "It's not easy to make money in this world. If I can earn a sum, I will. A free opportunity should not be refused."
He had thought it through; he wanted to get something for nothing.
Tang Xiaomin, who had been silent, sneered from the side. She had noticed it the day Tang Ye released his new song.
She didn't expect Tang Ye to collude with Ye Die to make a comeback.
Ye Die deliberately approached members of the Tang family. Apart from dealing with her, Tang Xiaomin couldn't think of any other reason.
Given Tang Ye's intellect, she didn't want to say anything more.
"I wish you a bright future."
Tang Xiaomin dropped the sentence and left. Tang Ye hurriedly chased after her.
"Xiaomin, listen to me."
"Ye Die had more than a dozen people surrounding me. I had no choice. If I hadn't agreed, I might not have been able to come back and see you."
Given Ye Die's temperament, she was indeed capable of coercion and bribery.
"What you want to do is your freedom."
"I was forced, I was really forced."
"Heh..."
Tang Xiaomin sneered and continued to walk forward.
Whether he was forced or enjoyed it himself, only Tang Ye knew in his heart.
Tang Ye knew Tang Xiaomin was unhappy, but he still chased after her.
"Ye Die is not a good person. I'm infiltrating her side, so I can monitor her. It's killing two birds with one stone, don't you think?" Sudancan.com
Tang Xiaomin turned back and gave Tang Ye a contemptuous look. Him?
"You? Forget it. I'll be grateful if you don't betray me."
"Don't worry, I'd sell myself before I betray you. Didn't I tell you the truth as soon as I got back?"
It was because Tang Ye was honest that Tang Xiaomin didn't pursue the matter further.
Otherwise, the crime of betraying one's own side would have led to him being impaled three times.
If Ye Die was like that and still hadn't learned her lesson, she couldn't be blamed.
Tang Xiaomin nodded.
"You're not entirely blind. Since that's the case, keep a close eye on her. If I find out you're a fence-sitter, playing both sides..."
"How dare I? Besides, Ye Die isn't as terrifying as you are."
"What?"
Tang Xiaomin glared fiercely at Tang Ye, startling him.
"No, no... I mean, she's not as capable as you are."
No one liked to hear unpleasant words, and Tang Xiaomin was no exception.
Tang Ye continued, "Oh, right. I'm going to participate in an outdoor reality show soon, and I need to bring a family member. She asked me to persuade you to come with me. She's definitely setting a trap for you..."
Tang Xiaomin kicked Tang Ye.
"She's already set a trap, and you're still coming to me? You're something else!"
Tang Ye rubbed his backside, feeling extremely wronged.
"You misunderstand. I mean, let's use her plan against her and get rid of her."
Hearing Tang Ye's venomous words, Tang Xiaomin couldn't help but look at him with new eyes.
How long had it been? He was so timid, and now he wanted to kill Ye Die.
Moreover, looking at Tang Ye's eyes, she believed he wasn't lying.
"Ye Die has no enmity with you, and she even helped you make a comeback. Why do you want to treat her like this?" Tang Xiaomin asked.
Tang Ye, very seriously, uttered a profound sentence.
"She's like a knife hanging over my head. As long as I displease her, she can take my life at any moment. But you won't."
Having gone through so much, Tang Ye would have died countless times by now if Tang Xiaomin had wanted to kill him.
Clap, clap, clap...
Tang Xiaomin couldn't help but clap her hands and exclaim.
"Burning bridges after crossing them. You're quite heartless."
Tang Ye said indignantly, "Ye Die came to me, and she had ill intentions from the start. If she's willing to be a fool and fall into a trap, then she can't blame others."
Tang Xiaomin exclaimed that Tang Ye had done a great job.
First, he willingly let himself be used by Ye Die, then he went to her and confessed to get a lighter sentence, and then he turned around to deal with Ye Die, eliminating his threat.
Finally, he got a comeback opportunity for free.
"Not bad. After leaving Tang Yiyi, you've become smarter than before. You don't hesitate at all when you do things."
Tang Ye blushed at the compliment.
"Who hasn't loved a渣女 (scumbag woman) before? That's all in the past. Don't tease me about it."
"Fine. I'll go on the show with you. The matter with Ye Die will be up to you."
Tang Xiaomin left.
Did she trust Tang Ye? Of course not.
If something happened to Tang Xiaomin, Tang Ye knew he wouldn't be able to escape.
Conversely, if something happened to Ye Die, Tang Ye would be fine.
Tang Ye had simply made the choice that was most advantageous to him.
You don't fear a ferocious demon, but you fear a smiling ghost.
The next day, Tang Ye took the initiative to talk to Ye Die about Tang Xiaomin.
"Miss Ye, Tang Xiaomin... she didn't agree."
"Useless!"
Ye Die angrily threw a book at Tang Ye's face. Tang Ye took the hit squarely, his face stinging.
His dignity and self-worth were trampled upon.
He picked up the book from the floor and placed it back on the table in front of Ye Die.
Ye Die, that arrogant and overbearing young lady, didn't treat him like a human at all, hitting him whenever she pleased.
Tang Xiaomin was one thing; she was his sister, and he owed her, so he had nothing to say about being hit by her.
But being hit by Ye Die, Tang Ye inwardly wished he could kill her.
He had undergone acting training, and at this moment, he lowered his head respectfully, his attitude extremely humble.
"Miss Ye, please calm your anger. Allow me to think of another way. I will definitely be able to persuade Tang Xiaomin to participate in the show with me. If all else fails, I'll go back and beg my mother for help. Tang Xiaomin still listens to my mother. Please believe me and give me some more time."
"Hmph!"
Ye Die's face was filled with impatience.
"Tang Ye, everything you have today is given to you by me. I can make you rise, and I can also bring you down!"
Ye Die's posture was like that of a god, controlling Tang Ye's destiny.
"Yes, yes, yes. I understand everything."
In front of Ye Die, Tang Ye was like a begging mongrel, not even on par with a person, with no dignity whatsoever.
A scholar can be killed, but not insulted.
Even in front of Tang Xiaomin, Tang Ye had never suffered such humiliation.
Bang!
Ye Die slammed the table and stood up, giving Tang Ye an ultimatum.
"I don't care what method you use, Tang Xiaomin must participate in the show with you."
"She harmed the Tang family so badly and caused you to lose everything. You must hate her in your heart, right?"