1. Everyone says Jiang Jili, Rong Zhen’s partner, is cold, beautiful, outstanding, and virtuous—deeply adored by the powerful man. Only Jiang Jili knows he’s just a plaything for Rong Zhen’s amusement. Married for three years, Jiang Jili never once stepped into the master bedroom—because he wasn’t worthy. Even in bed, it had to be in his own room, with Rong Zhen like an emperor stooping to favor him. His status in the Rong family was even lower than that of the fierce Tibetan mastiff. Everyone knew he was afraid of dogs, but no one restrained it. Rong Zhen watched coldly as the beast pounced on him repeatedly, leaving him feverish for a week from terror. At an elite party in Huai’s social circle, someone drugged his drink. He collapsed on the hotel carpet, gasping in agony, while Rong Zhen, impeccably dressed, leaned on the sofa, recording it all on his phone with amusement. To Rong Zhen, he was always a joke. When the Rong matriarch demanded an heir, Jiang Jili became disposable trash. The noble Miss Qin, graceful and elegant, would surely bear Rong’s perfect grandson. Jiang Jili placed the divorce papers in front of Rong Zhen. Rong Zhen threatened lazily, *“Without my permission, dare take even a step out—and see what happens.”* Jiang Jili left without a trace. By the time Rong Zhen realized it, Jiang Jili was already gone. 2. After Jiang Jili disappeared, Rong Zhen became the rabid dog. Paranoid and dark, he was a minefield—and everyone knew Jiang Jili was the biggest taboo. No one dared mention that name in front of him, because Rong Zhen missed Jiang Jili to the point of madness. Every night, he slept in Jiang Jili’s room, desperate for even a shadow of his past presence, but found nothing. As if punishing him, the only thing he had left of Jiang Jili was that video. The young man’s eyes red, fingers clutching his pants, pale with tears: *“Help me… please.”* His own voice from the recording sneered back: *“Jiang Jili—do you even deserve it?”* 3. A child star named Jiang Chong exploded in popularity. At such a young age, Jiang Chong carried an icy, mature demeanor. Observers noted—his features were eerily similar (60%) to those of the Rong family’s heir. Bold media kept hinting: *“Chongchong, is your surname from your dad or mom?”* Jiang Chong: *“Dad. My daddy’s surname is Jiang.”* Then, someone leaked a photo of Jiang Chong’s father—a stunningly gentle, soft-eyed young man. Many were disappointed. But the Rong heir lost his mind. Jiang Jili. He’d recognize those ashes anywhere.