Chapter 2: Something Had Happened to Her Daughter
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Xiao Bicheng knew Xiao Fan's personality well. She was fearless and unyielding. He was afraid that she would hurt Xiao Xixi in a fit of anger.
He quickly stepped forward, protecting Xiao Xixi, and changed the subject. He said to Xiao Fan, "You should go back for now. I'll contact you once the contract is drafted."
Seeing Xiao Bicheng's protective stance towards Xiao Xixi, Xiao Fan's expression became even more sarcastic. Was she being treated like a wild beast? Her gaze shifted past him and landed on Xiao Xixi's face. "Since you know I'm capable of anything, then don't provoke me. After all, my temper isn't very good…"
After Xiao Fan left, Xiao Xixi immediately grabbed Xiao Bicheng's arm and complained with a hint of grievance, "Dad, look at her. What does she mean by that? Was she threatening me?"
Xiao Bicheng was still concerned about the ten percent of the shares and wasn't in the mood to console Xiao Xixi. "Enough. Weren't you the one crying and making a fuss about not wanting to marry Li Haojue? Now that we've found a substitute, you should calm down!"
On the other hand, as Xiao Fan left the Xiao family, she pondered over Xiao Xixi's words, especially the part about murder. Her thick, curly eyelashes veiled the expression in her eyes.
Just then, her phone rang. It was a call from her close friend, Mu Xia. Since Xiao Fan had come to the Xiao family for a discussion tonight, she had asked Mu Xia to look after her daughter. But now, with this unexpected call, could it be that something had happened to her daughter?
Xiao Fan quickly answered the phone, "Hello, Xiaxia?"
Mu Xia spoke anxiously, "Xiao Fan, Duoduo suddenly developed a high fever, and I'm at the hospital right now. I don't have much experience taking care of children, and I… Are you done?"
Xiao Fan: "High fever? Why is it so sudden? Which hospital are you at? I'm going over right now!"
After Mu Xia mentioned the location of the hospital, Xiao Fan quickly hailed a taxi and rushed to the hospital.
At the entrance of the hospital, Mu Xia anxiously looked around. The moment Xiao Fan got out of the taxi, she ran over to her. "You finally arrived! I was so worried something might happen to Duoduo. But don't be too anxious. The doctor just said it's nothing serious."
Relieved, Xiao Fan replied, "As long as it's not serious, that's good. I'll go check on Duoduo."
"Okay." Mu Xia led the way.
Xiao Fan and Mu Xia's friendship had started as an unexpected encounter. When Xiao Fan had just graduated, she was searching for a job while taking care of Duoduo on her own. However, many companies turned her down as soon as they heard she was a single mother. Xiao Fan was feeling overwhelmed. That's when Mu Xia appeared. She was a photographer and saw Xiao Fan hugging Duoduo on the street. Mu Xia insisted on taking their picture, saying that the mother-daughter duo looked particularly loving together. Xiao Fan didn't want to cooperate, but Mu Xia persisted. She even bought snacks to entertain Duoduo. After some interactions, the two became friends.
Upon entering the hospital room, Xiao Fan saw Duoduo sleeping peacefully, and her tense heart gradually eased. Now, she was working as an assistant at a construction company, and her job was demanding due to her recent entry into the company. However, no matter how tired she was after a long day at work, coming home to see Duoduo's smiling face, made all the exhaustion disappear.
Mu Xia knew certain things about Xiao Fan and hesitated for a while before asking, "Xiao Fan, are you planning to marry Li Haojue in place of Xiao Xixi?"
Xiao Fan gently touched Duoduo's tender little face and affirmed.
"Your father is so biased. Both are his daughters, why is he treating you like this?" Mu Xia couldn't help but express her frustration. "What will you do in the future if you marry someone like him?"
Xiao Fan didn't think much of it. "You know my personality. I don't look forward to marriage or rely on men. Marrying Li Haojue in exchange for ten percent of the shares is a good deal."
Mu Xia felt pity for Xiao Fan. "I know you've always wanted to reclaim everything that belonged to your mother, but don't put too much pressure on yourself. Your father is shrewd and dominant. It won't be easy to take back the Xiao Corporation from him."
Xiao Fan: "Yes, I know."
Mu Xia sighed.
At the Li family's old residence.
Li Haojue's father, Li Yourong, was the dominant figure in the Li family. His decisions were final, and everyone had to obey without question. Therefore, when it came to marriage matters, he didn't consult with Li Haojue but made the decision directly. "Li Haojue, you're not young anymore. It's time for you to come of age. I've selected a suitable marriage partner for you, and the new house is already prepared. You can move there directly."
-- Gift
received