"Yinyin, you know, I have only one daughter, Shana. Her mother has always had poor health and went through a lot when giving birth to her. But Shana unfortunately inherited her mother’s illness and developed asthma."

Midway through his words, President Shi Mai’er paused slightly and sighed softly.

Song Yinyin was startled for half a second, recalling the scene that occurred earlier in the lounge.

At that time, Shana fell to the floor, seemingly having trouble breathing. She thought Shana was faking it, but it turned out she really had asthma...

"Because of her poor health since childhood, both Vera and I have spoiled her. Shana has always been very stubborn since she was young. Originally, we thought sending her abroad for education might temper her behavior, but instead, it only encouraged her individualism. After she returned to the country, I realized that even as her father, I couldn’t control her. Sigh—"

President Shi Mai’er spoke at length, full of self-blame and guilt, and it was apparent he truly loved his daughter deeply.

In this regard, Song Yinyin was extremely envious of Shana.

She wished she could also have a good father like President Shi Mai’er.

But unfortunately, that was a lifelong fantasy.

He shook his head and sighed, "When it comes to raising our daughter, Vera and I have both failed. I thought she could still be salvaged, but I didn’t expect she would do such a thing to you..."

Song Yinyin had remained silent, quietly listening.

It seemed President Shi Mai’er already knew that what happened at the birthday banquet was instigated by Shana, rather than an action by Amu alone.

"Now, about Mr. Lu..." President Shi Mai’er took a deep breath, his expression filled with gravity, "I should be more responsible for him."

Upon hearing this, Song Yinyin shook her head and said, "President Shi Mai’er, please don’t say that. It was all a coincidence, even if it wasn’t Shana at the time, it could have been someone else, I think..."

Before she could finish her words, President Shi Mai’er gently raised his hand to stop her, "No, this matter wasn’t a coincidence."

"Not a coincidence?"

Song Yinyin was stunned, not quite understanding President Shi Mai’er’s words.

Subsequently, she heard President Shi Mai’er say, "Yinyin, you know I was assassinated when I was in Country Z, you were there at the time."

"Yes."

Song Yinyin nodded, still recalling the incident.

When those officials questioned her, they seemed to mention someone’s name, but she had already forgotten what it was.

"Actually, the current situation in S Country isn’t as peaceful as it appears on the surface. The four-year election is approaching. Although I have always had high support among the public, there are quite a few who covet the presidency and are restless."

Upon hearing this, Song Yinyin suddenly understood, her mind becoming very clear.

In the next second, she blurted out, "You mean... someone is secretly scheming to stop your re-election?"

"Yes."

In President Shi Mai’er’s eyes, a brief shadow passed.

Then, that shadow was gradually covered by steadfastness, "However, I will not retreat, nor will I abandon the campaign because of these dark forces’ interference. It’s just that—"

He lowered his head, guilt appearing on his face once more.

"I should not have invited you two to honeymoon in S Country at this time and involved you... For this, I am deeply apologetic. I’m truly sorry."

Song Yinyin felt much better, "Please don’t blame yourself, I know you didn’t want such a thing to happen either."