She Lost Memory Before the Divorce-Chapter 135 - 0: A Woman’s Jealousy and Revenge
Chapter 135: Chapter 0135: A Woman’s Jealousy and Revenge
“I want you to withdraw from the suburban land bidding, and also…”
Sheng Xueqin’s gaze landed on Huo Tingyang and continued:
“Make this man acknowledge his ancestors and return to his family.”
Mu Lan looked at Sheng Xueqin in shock, thinking this woman must be crazy. Huo Tingyang had done such a thing, and yet she actually wanted the Huo Family to acknowledge him?
She turned her head and glanced at the Huo family patriarch, sure enough, the expression on the old man’s face remained unchanged, but his complexion did.
“Xueqin, do you know what you’re talking about? You want this bastard to be acknowledged by the Huo Family? How is that possible? You know full well that he…”
The word “bastard” made Huo Tingyang lower his gaze, his lips bearing a faint, almost imperceptible sneer.
From beginning to end, only Huo Tingxiao’s expression hadn’t changed at all, as if he were an outsider who was utterly disinterested in whether Huo Tingyang would acknowledge his ancestors and return to the family or not.
“Grandfather Huo, given what has happened today, do you think you can keep it under wraps? There are only two options for me: to choose to call the police and prove my innocence. But you also said that doing so would be detrimental to my reputation as well as to both families.
Therefore, I only have one other choice, which is to marry him to mitigate the shameful consequences of this matter.
Since we are to be married, of course the Huo Family should make him acknowledge his ancestors and admit he is a member of your Huo family.”
Marry? Huo Tingyang could hardly hide his shock, as there had been no such item on the agenda when they were negotiating in the bedroom earlier. He had simply taken advantage of the moment to take intimate photos and videos to blackmail her into helping him return to the Huo Family. Was this woman out of her mind? Marrying? Which marriage were they talking about?
“Girl, are you confused? You are the heir to the Sheng Family, how can you choose such a man…”
Clearly, the Huo family patriarch had no intention of acknowledging Huo Tingyang as his grandson and still pretended to have Xueqin’s best interests at heart.
Mu Lan couldn’t fathom the significance of Sheng Xueqin’s move; had she been provoked into losing her reason? Or did she presumptuously think that this would stir up jealousy in Huo Tingxiao?
Could it be… she wanted to use Huo Tingyang to strike at Huo Tingxiao? Did she aim to elevate him to take charge of the Huo Family?
If Sheng Xueqin was betting on such a strategy, then she was indeed too naïve, for even with the full support of the Sheng Family, Huo Tingxiao would never just sit by and let things happen.
Moreover, Huo Tingyang was just an unaccomplished scion, how could he possibly contend with the highly intelligent Huo Tingxiao? It was like trying to shatter a stone with an egg.
Mu Lan inwardly sighed, reflecting on how terrifying a woman’s jealousy and desire for revenge could be, driving one to lose rationality and commit such madness.
Sheng Xueqin had completely lost her mind, going down a dark path. Her life had been ruined, and she would not allow Mu Lan to live a peaceful life, nor would she let the Huo Family maintain its façade of peace.
“Then, Grandfather Huo, do you have a better solution? How to silence the gossiping mouths?”
“This… I guarantee this matter will not be leaked. I will make everyone from the hotel keep their mouths shut, I…”
“It’s alright if Grandfather Huo doesn’t agree, then we can go with the first option. I will call the police right now, deal with it officially, and not trouble you further.”
This was not dealing with it officially and saving him the trouble at all; this was clearly forcing the Huo family patriarch to acknowledge Huo Tingyang’s illegitimate child.
The Huo family patriarch looked troubled as he glanced at Huo Tingxiao. If he acknowledged Huo Tingyang, the bastard, he feared it would hurt his grandson’s feelings. And if something were to happen to the family, Huo Tingxiao might not care about the family’s affairs at all.
But if he didn’t agree, how should this matter be concluded?
The patriarch’s gaze, cold as a knife, fell upon Huo Tingyang, the chief culprit, and his eyes filled with a bit more disgust.
Before the patriarch could speak again, Huo Tingxiao had already spoken.
“Grandfather, since this is the request of the parties involved, we should fulfill it. Besides, haven’t you always wanted to engage in a marriage with the Sheng Family? Now your wish is fulfilled. A joyful reunion where both parties are willing, why not be pleased?”
Sheng Xueqin heard the sarcasm in his words and glared at Huo Tingxiao with her apricot-shaped eyes.
And Huo Tingxiao, as if he hadn’t seen anything, continued to add fuel to the fire.
“Let major issues be minor, and minor ones disappear; this demand is barely worth mentioning compared to the previous one.”
Mu Lan almost laughed out loud, stealthily pinching him. What a tense moment, yet he’s still infuriating. If he pushed Sheng Xueqin too far, there’s no telling what disgusting things she might blurt out.
As expected, Sheng Xueqin’s voice suddenly rose in pitch.
“Huo Tingxiao, what do you mean by this?”
Huo Tingxiao looked at her calmly, with an indifferent expression.
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“Since you have made your choice, of course I hope you two will be blissfully married. My blessing is sincere.”
Mu Lan felt utterly defeated by Huo Tingxiao; how could this man keep a straight face while saying something so punch-worthy? The look in Sheng Xueqin’s eyes was terrifying, as if she wouldn’t mind devouring him. If only he would speak less and not pour oil on the fire,
“A blessing? Ha, should I be thanking you then?”
“You’re welcome.”
“You—”
“Xueqin, I agree to your proposal. I won’t bid on that plot of land on the outskirts of the city, and as for acknowledging your ancestry, I agree. But regarding the marriage, I think you should be cautious. Otherwise, wait for your grandfather to wake up and then make a long-term plan.”
The Old Master Huo’s agenda was clear: acknowledgment was acknowledgment, since Huo Tingyang’s existence was no secret in Sea City’s upper society.
But marrying this bastard child to Sheng Xueqin, and the ensuing power he might gain, could bring unknown upheaval to the Huo Family.
So, he had to ensure the security of Huo Tingxiao’s position as the heir, leaving no opportunity for any ambitious individuals.
“I will decide on my own marriage, and grandfather will support me. Just remember what you promised me today. As for the rest, there’s no need for Grandfather Huo to concern yourself.”
Sheng Xueqin clearly had made up her mind to stir up a storm.
When the farce was over and only Huo Tingyang and Sheng Xueqin were left in the room, Huo Tingyang could not restrain himself from asking in a harsh tone.
“Sheng Xueqin, have you gone mad? When did I agree to marry you?”
Sheng Xueqin looked at Huo Tingyang coldly, with a voice full of disdain.
“What do you think you are? If it weren’t for the fact that you have Huo Family’s blood running through your veins, I’d find even glancing at you disgusting.
If you know what’s good for you, you’ll cooperate nicely with me. We both get what we need.”
Her condescending attitude made Huo Tingyang’s expression incredibly ugly.
“What gives you the right to order me around?”
“Because you are a rapist! Huo Tingyang, don’t think for a second that I don’t know what you’re up to. What did Mu Lan offer you to switch sides at the last minute and set me up?
Besides her, who else did you bribe close to me, huh? Speak up!”
Sheng Xueqin, like a madwoman, swung her fists furiously at Huo Tingyang, while he caught her hands, rendering her immobile.
“Sheng Xueqin, you want to know who betrayed you, do you? Well, I’ll tell you right now!”
He spoke a person’s name coldly, leaving Sheng Xueqin stunned for a long time, unable to recover, before she stutteringly asked.
“You… what did you say?”
