Jiang Ran was taken aback for a moment, but still nodded.
This was something she had promised back then, and she said she would always keep her promise.
But now that Huo Siyan has taken over the Huo family business, what is there that he can't have?
What is it about her that makes him want to help her?
"Mr. Huo, just tell me what you want me to do. I promised you that I would agree to whatever you want."
"Really? Then I want you to get engaged to me?"
Although Jiang Ran was prepared for him to make a very demanding request, she was still so shocked when she heard his words that she couldn't say a word.
"Ahem...Are you sure?" After the initial shock, Jiang Ran was somewhat doubtful.
He must have had a reason for doing this. The company is indeed doing very well now, but it's nothing compared to the Huo family.
Therefore, he certainly didn't want to gain any benefit from her.
He wants to get engaged to her...
love at first sight?
Jiang Ran clearly didn't believe in such an absurd claim; she never believed in love at first sight.
She wouldn't believe in any so-called love. Just looking at Shen Qingwan's failed marriage and how she was deceived by a man in her past life, she knew she couldn't possibly fall into the same trap a second time.
However, it's too late to take back what she said.
Since she promised him she would agree to any condition, she would definitely keep her word.
Huo Siyan's gaze darkened slightly: "I've been certain about this for a long time."
He had made up his mind from the first day he saw her.
"May I ask why?"
He's so strange. Four years ago, when she asked him what kind of reward he wanted, he said it wasn't the right time.
He suddenly disappeared for four years, and when he came back, he said he wanted to get engaged to her.
What a strange person.
Although Jiang Ran maintained a calm expression, Huo Siyan easily caught the resistance in her eyes.
He missed out on so much in those four years, yet she remained so wary of him.
Having experienced everything in her past life, she clearly no longer believes in love.
She couldn't believe that anyone in this world would actually be willing to do anything for her.
Huo Siyan withdrew his gaze from her face, his expression returning to calm: "It's just a transaction. I don't want my fiancée to be a woman with intricate ties to her family."
His voice was soft, yet it revealed an unconcealable grief.
He dared not reveal his true thoughts to her, knowing that would only push her further away.
Hearing him say that, Jiang Ran was overjoyed: "So that's why!"
That's great! It was just a transaction after all. She was worried that Huo Siyan was actually interested in her!
Getting entangled with someone like him would be really difficult to get away from, but now that it's just a transaction, she can rest assured.
Judging from his words, she guessed that his family wanted him to get engaged to a rich girl related to the Huo family, but he didn't want to, so he asked her to act in the play.
That's great, that's for the best.
Seeing the smile on Jiang Ran's face, Huo Siyan's expression darkened uncontrollably.
"Shouldn't we sign a contract or something?" Suddenly remembering something, Jiang Ran added, "We need to agree on this beforehand. How long do I need to pretend to be your fiancée? There has to be a time limit, right?"
"It's not a pretense, it's a real engagement."
"Oh, I see. You want me to get engaged to you so you can appease your family, right? Oh... with your status, you probably also have to deal with those ladies from prestigious families, right? No problem, leave it to me! I'll definitely make you happy!"
She'd seen this kind of thing many times. Huo Siyan must be around twenty-seven or twenty-eight, right?
At his age, his family was probably pressuring him to get married, but he didn't want to, so he thought of her.
As long as he doesn't really want to get engaged to her, it's fine. It's just an engagement to help him put on an act to appease his family.
It's an engagement, not a wedding, so I can leave whenever I want.
Wenqing quickly drafted a contract.
"Three years..." Jiang Ran couldn't help but bite her lower lip: "Isn't that a bit too long?"
Is it really necessary to take three years just to appease my family?
"You have a problem with that?"
"Ah...no...then...let's leave it at that..." After all, she only got her revenge so quickly because she used him.
Three years is fine. She'll only be twenty-five in three years, and she'll still have plenty of time to do what she wants.
"Oh, right! I want to make it clear beforehand that you can't interfere with my other affairs for the next three years."
Huo Siyan nodded slightly, his expression somewhat grave.
Jiang Ran was relieved, but how was she going to explain to her family that she was getting engaged?
If I tell them it's a fake engagement, they definitely won't agree; they'll definitely think it's bad for my reputation.
Seeing the car drive in an unfamiliar direction, Jiang Ran asked, "Where are we going?"
"My home."
"ah?"
"Meeting the parents."
"...Isn't this...a little too fast...I'm not ready yet..."
Even if it's acting, shouldn't we give her some time to prepare?
She hasn't studied acting professionally and hasn't figured out how to act yet.
"Nothing needs to be prepared."
Soon, the car stopped outside a manor.
Jiang Ran recognized this place; she had been here four years ago.
The two stood in front of the gate when Huo Siyan suddenly bent his arm and looked at her with a faint gaze.
Jiang Ran asked, puzzled, "What's wrong?"
"Since it's acting, shouldn't we be more professional?" He smirked and glanced at his arm.
"good."
Jiang Ran didn't hesitate and took his arm in a very natural way.
Huo Siyan's tall figure paused, seemingly surprised that she agreed so easily.
Let's go.
Jiang Ran put on her signature fake smile, and the two walked inside side by side, looking just like a couple deeply in love.
"Madam, the young master is back."
Upon entering the hall, Jiang Ran immediately spotted the elegant lady on the sofa.
She wore an elegant white cheongsam and no other jewelry except for a pearl necklace around her neck.
Despite her simple attire, the noble air she exuded as she sat there, in every gesture, was unmatched by ordinary people.
Time has left no trace on her face; a faint smile graces her fair complexion, adding a touch of gentleness.
"I'm back."
When Madam Huo looked up and saw Huo Siyan, a gentle smile appeared on her face. Then her gaze fell on Jiang Ran, revealing a hint of surprise.
Who is this?
Jiang Ran smiled sweetly and walked up to her very obediently: "Hello, Auntie, my name is Jiang Ran."
"Okay...okay..."
Mrs. Huo said "okay" three times and gently pulled Jiang Ran to sit down.
Just then, the servant stepped forward to report.
"Madam, Miss Wang has arrived."
Jiang Ran inwardly complained, "So soon I have to help him deal with those young ladies from prestigious families? This job of mine is really tough."
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