15

One percent of Huo’s company’s shares. That is not an ordinary one percent of shares.

Immediately, someone stepped forward in opposition, saying, “Grandpa, how can we give Huo’s company’s shares to an outsider?”

As soon as these words came out, others chimed in in agreement.

The old man’s face immediately darkened.

“This Song Tan is my granddaughter-in-law. How can she be considered an outsider?”

“But… the one percent shares in Huo’s, it’s…”

Song Tan listened to their arguments back and forth.

Of course, she wasn’t naive to think that the old man gave her the stake as a gesture of gratitude for providing her with a prescription. He had his eyes on the other prescriptions she had.

In the original plot, he and Huo Yanlin played different roles, one playing the villain and the other the hero, manipulating her into revealing her Grandpa’s treatment records and prescriptions. In the end, all she received was an empty shell company.

If she allowed herself to be played around by the Huo family again, then she would truly be a foolish supporting character.

“Grandfather, I’m already married to Shen Yin. If you want to give a share, give it to him instead.”

Although Shen Yin is only half a member of the Huo family, he is still part of the Huo family after all.

This old man is playing along with the Huo family members, because he also doesn’t want to give his things to an outsider.

Then let it be given to Shen Yin.

Now she and Shen Yin are on the same boat, so if he wants to give, he can give it to Shen Yin.

Anyway, Old Master Huo has to give this one percent of shares.

Old Master Huo probably didn’t expect her to say that, and his expression froze for a moment.

“Last night, Shen Yin waited the whole night for you to wake up. He is very filial. If you want to reward someone, you can reward him.”

Song Tan looked at the old man who had a slightly shocked expression, and she showed no signs of being intimidated. On the other hand, Shen Yin next to her fell into contemplation.

Yesterday, she suddenly appeared, and today, she is willing to take on the Huo family shares promised by this old man.

Whose side she is actually on?

Shen Yin’s gaze inadvertently swept across the Huo family members present and finally met eyes with Huo Yanlin.

Huo Yanlin.

Can Huo Yanlin perceive his actions?

Impossible.

If Huo Yanlin had realized it earlier, the Project An No. 1 wouldn’t have been a failure in Huo Yanlin’s hands.

Then, whose side does Song Tan… belong to?

Shen Yin looked elsewhere without saying a word, even if Old Master Huo was glancing at him.

Old Master Huo had already spoken those words, and now Song Tan was saying this. If he didn’t give this one percent share, he would lose his face.

Looking at Song Tan’s smiling face, he truly felt a pang of pain.

This young girl’s thoughts are quite deep; he had misunderstood her before.

Song Tan looked at Old Master Huo’s face and knew exactly what he was thinking.

In the original plot, after she provided the prescription, Old Master Huo thanked her by offering her that share.

But she, having her own pride, naturally refused.

However, her refusal didn’t mean that the Huo family would think highly of her.

Since refusing wouldn’t bring her any benefit, it would be better to accept directly.

However, if she were to accept, it would be somewhat improper and against the principles.

However, if it were Shen Yin, it would be different.

Shen Yin is half a member of the Huo family, so what’s wrong with holding this small amount of shares?

As for whether Shen Yin will attract resentment…

Song Tan would actually be delighted.

“Do you really want to give these shares to Shen Yin?” Old Master Huo reminded, “One percent of Huo’s company’s shares is quite substantial.”

Song Tan smiled and said, “Shen Yin is my husband, so it doesn’t matter whether it’s his and mine.”

Song Tan timely acted coy, hinting at the old man, and continued, “In theory, the shares you’re giving as a gift are indeed too precious. I shouldn’t accept them.”

Upon hearing this, the members of the Huo family had different expressions.

—You also know that you shouldn’t accept it?

Song Tan pretended not to understand their expressions and continued, “However, after all, this is Grandfather’s goodwill. Since I have married into the Huo family, I cannot let down Grandfather’s intentions.”

Old Master Hu : “…”

Other members of the Huo family : “…”

Is Song Tan really a fool, or does she think they are fools?

On the other hand, Shen Yin glanced at Song Tan’s profile and raised his eyebrow slightly.

Although he hasn’t figured out what Song Tan wants to do, one thing is certain: Song Tan is definitely not a fool.

“Husband.”

Song Tan spoke, meeting Shen Yin’s eyes directly.

Throughout, Song Tan’s eyes were sparkling.

She said, “This is Grandfather’s goodwill. Let’s accept it.”

Shen Yin looked into her eyes, smiled, and responded, “Okay, I’ll listen to you.”

Others : “…”

This one percent share from Old Master Huo was delivered into Shen Yin’s hands just like that.

The Huo family felt unwilling and kept looking towards the couple.

But it’s unclear whether they genuinely didn’t feel the scrutiny or pretended not to notice…

Huo Yanlin believed it was the latter.

He had noticed it last night. His cousin may seem unassuming on the surface, but in reality… he was quite cunning.

He married Song Tan, and last night Song Tan’s prescription brought the old man back from the brink of death. And today, he received a one percent share.

What comes next?

Huo Yanlin had to be on guard.

Huo Yanlin walked up to the old man’s side and whispered a couple of words in his ear.

The expression on the old man’s face immediately stiffened, and then he asked Huo Yanlin to go to the study alone.

The crowd speculated about what Huo Yanlin asked the old man to do.

Those who worked for the Huo family probably knew what had happened.

Huo Yanlin asked the old man to enter the study, probably to discuss the matter of Project An No.1.

It’s just uncertain whether Huo Yanlin has the ability to turn the tide.

Song Tan didn’t really care about this.

She just didn’t know if Shen Yin cared or not.

Last night, after she came back, he stayed in the old man’s room and kept the old man company until the late hours of the night.

Today, he followed her words and acquired one percent share.

Song Tan wondered : Is he pretending to be a pig to eat the tiger¹?

Song Tan looked at Shen Yin, and she noticed his gaze and looked back at him.

“What’s wrong?”

“It’s nothing, just… I’m hungry.”

Shen Yin : “…”

Song Tan is really hungry.

She overslept and skipped breakfast. Now it’s lunchtime, and Huo Yanlin has called Old Master Huo to the study.

So when are they going to have lunch?

Song Tan’s words were confident, making Shen Yin unable to determine whether she was changing the topic or really hungry.

But she likes to act, so he can play along with her: “When Grandfather comes out, we can have lunch.”

Song Tan nodded and said, “Okay,” though it was a redundant statement.

The people in this room are all here for the old man.

They might not necessarily be concerned about the old man’s health; what they are more concerned about is how the inheritance will be distributed if the old man passes away.

Since the old man is still alive and well, even if they are disappointed in their hearts, they have to keep up appearances.

“The relationship between Biao Sao and Biao Ge is really good.”

Huo Zhaoxu said this with a touch of sarcasm.

Just now, he witnessed a show of affection.

Those who didn’t know would think Song Tan and Shen Yin had known each other for many years and their relationship was as strong as gold, deep as the sea.

When Song Tan was choosing her marriage partner, Huo Zhaoxu was present at the scene.

At that time, they weren’t as affectionate as they are now.

Song Tan wasn’t intimidated at all when she heard his sarcastic words.

“We just got married and have a good relationship. Isn’t that normal?”

Huo Zhaoxu sneered.

It’s just a commercial marriage, who is she pretending for?

“Biao Ge is also keeping his true self hidden.”

He had always felt that Shen Yin was not an ordinary person.

Shen Yin is a monster who could score full marks in everything except Chinese Language. If he really wanted to fight for the family fortune, that fool Huo Yanlin might not necessarily win.

Over the years, he had been at school, and was honestly being a teacher.

But now…

Huo Zhaoxu couldn’t be sure what was going on in Shen Yin’s mind.

Shen Yin listened to Huo Zhaoxu’s words and smiled very gently.

He spoke, “Since we have chosen to get married, naturally we should get along well.”

After saying that, he exchanged a glance with Song Tan.

Song Tan responded with a slight smile.

To anyone who saw it, it was a picture of a loving and harmonious couple.

Huo Zhaoxu : “…”

Huo Zhaoxu had a hunch that Huo Yanlin was about to fall into the trap of this couple.

At this moment, in the study.

After preparing for a long time, Huo Yanlin confessed to the old man about Project An No. 1.

Project An No. 1 was a trump card project that the old man had controlled during his reign and was also the foundation for several projects of the Huo’s company.

Upon hearing this, the old mannaturally became furious.

However, Huo Yanlin had already figured out a way to resolve it.

“Project An No. 1 cannot be salvaged anymore, but there is now an opportunity to retain No. 2 and No. 3.”

Projects An No. 2 and No. 3 require the introduction of patents and technical personnel from Song Zhiwen’s company.

“The Song family definitely have requirements, right?”

The old man recovered his breath.

Project An No. 1 is beyond saving now, but No. 2 and No. 3 cannot be lost again.

However, he is not naïve enough to think that the Song family would help them for nothing.

“Well,” Huo Yanlin lowered his gaze, “Song Zhiwen wants me to marry Song Jiaojiao.”

The old man looked at him upon hearing this.

“Since you’ve brought it up to me, have you already made up your mind?”

Huo Yanlin’s fingers twitched.

Once, he swore in front of the old man that he would never trade his marriage for benefits.

But now…

“Well, I’ve made up my mind.”

“As long as Song Zhiwen agrees, I will marry Song Jiaojiao.”

Author’s Note:

Shen Yin & Song Tan : When it comes to acting, our skills are top-notch.

¹ hiding one’s real strength ↩︎