Yi Hai immediately said, "This isn't the first time we've done something like this. What are you afraid of? At worst, we'll just die. We've been through so many ups and downs over the years, and we've escaped death countless times. This time... it's just eliminating an obstacle. Don't panic."
Having said all that, Yi Laosi dared not say anything more and could only go all out with them.
...
Yi Zhe easily obtained half of the family fortune, but he did not feel happy at all; his expression could even be described as somewhat dejected.
"Good cousin, you did a really good job this time." Yi Qilin patted his shoulder with a happy expression, and then began to sow discord between him and others. "But this Yi Tianran is really good at this! She thought that by giving you half of the property, she could buy you off. Don't be fooled by her generosity. In reality, she did all this just to deceive the old lady."
"To deceive Grandma?" Yi Zhe's expression changed slightly. "Haven't she already gotten everything? What else does she want to do with Grandma?"
"You're really naive!" Yi Qilin shook his head helplessly and explained to her, "Although she has inherited the right, she is still so young. If she wants to establish authority within the company and manage such a large group, she needs someone to rely on!"
Although the old lady is old, she has managed the Yi family business very well over the decades. She is capable and resourceful, and Yi Tianran still needs to learn from her. Naturally, she has to keep the old lady happy, don't you think?"
Upon hearing this, Yi Zhe understood.
It turned out that it wasn't to compensate him; in the end, it was still about using him. A strong sense of resentment welled up in his heart.
...
That evening, Yi Tianran returned to the Fu residence and was stopped by a figure outside.
"Ranran, wait a moment, my dear daughter, Daddy has something to tell you." Yi Hai eagerly stepped forward, trying to get closer to her.
Yi Tianran clicked her tongue in disgust. "Didn't I warn you not to come near me again? Did you just ignore me? There's nothing between us."
Now, in her eyes, Yi Hai is like a stray dog, and it's a waste of energy to deal with him.
Yi Hai said angrily, "How could you treat me like this? I am, after all, your biological father!"
"You? You don't deserve it?" Yi Tianran said with a mocking expression. "You were originally qualified to be a good father, but you gave up that qualification for a shameless woman. Where were you, my father, when I was being bullied?"
You have never once stood up for me; instead, you have constantly beaten and verbally abused me, almost pushing me into an abyss.
Where were you when my mother was critically ill? Probably enjoying yourself with your mistress!
I've seen through your disgusting face long ago. Don't try to stick to me like a leech, or don't blame me for being ruthless.
Yi Hai's face turned ashen from the rebuke, yet he couldn't utter a single word in rebuttal.
Seeing how successful she is now, even managing to climb up to Fu Yunchen, and then looking at his own miserable state of being stuck in the mud, he felt full of regret.
If he had been a little nicer to Yi Tianran back then, things might not be in this state now.
Even now, he still clings to wishful thinking, believing that he can make amends and salvage the situation.
After all, if he could gain Yi Tianran's forgiveness, power and status would be within his grasp.
So, he suppressed his resentment and smiled obsequiously, saying, "Good child, I know I was wrong, and I will repent in the future! I came here today specifically to tell you that you must be wary of Yi Zhe. He looks like he's back to fight you for the family fortune. How could you have given him half of the family fortune? You were so foolish."
At this point, he was truly heartbroken, as if his heart was bleeding.
Imagine what it would be like if all those assets and shares were given to him!
Yi Tianran saw through his greed at a glance and couldn't help but laugh sarcastically, "That's my money. I can give it to whomever I want. But don't worry, even if I poured all my assets into the Pacific Ocean, I wouldn't give you a single penny."
"You—" Yi Hai was in a bad mood for a moment.
However, when he met Yi Tianran's ambiguous smile, he gritted his teeth and swallowed his anger, saying with a bitter smile, "You silly child, you still don't understand who truly cares about you. I am the person closest to you! Even if you want to get along well with Yi Zhe, it's useless. He won't appreciate it."
But don't worry, my child, your father will protect you and won't give him the chance to take everything that belongs to you.
His purpose in coming here was to give Yi Tianran a psychological suggestion.
Let her understand your good intentions.
After saying this, as if afraid that Yi Tianran would criticize him again, he turned around and slunk away.
Yi Tianran frowned, feeling that he seemed to be implying something in his words but not making it clear, which made her click her tongue in disapproval.
"You find him annoying?" Just then, a deep, mellow voice sounded from behind, "Do you need me to deal with him?"
Yi Tianran's tightly furrowed brows relaxed instantly. She turned around with a smile, jumped in front of Fu Yunchen, and wrapped her arms around his neck. "No need. Don't get your hands dirty dealing with these kinds of pests."
She then proudly raised her chin and commanded, "You should focus more of your energy and attention on me, understand?"
Fu Yunchen reached out and wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her into his embrace. His voice was low and husky, full of ambiguity: "Yes, my wife."
"Who's your wife?" Yi Tianran retorted verbally, but her head honestly rested against his chest, feeling his warmth and scent.
Time ticked by until a series of coughs shattered the sweet atmosphere. "Some people just can't get enough of hugging! When will this lovey-dovey stuff ever end!"
"Daddy and Mommy, stop standing guard outside, come in quickly, dinner is ready."
"Even newlyweds aren't this affectionate."
Yi Tianran raised her head in dissatisfaction, "What's wrong with you guys? Why do you always come here to ruin the atmosphere? Are you too idle? Do you need to add more homework?"
The three little ones shook their heads in unison: "There's absolutely no need for that."
Meeting Fu Yunchen's deep, dark eyes, they all hid behind Yi Tianran.
"Mommy, is there anything you need us to investigate lately? I'll definitely help you with it."
"Yes, Mommy, if we don't give you some tasks soon, our hacking skills will be ruined."
Upon hearing this, Yi Tianran couldn't help but think of the strange reactions of the three Yi brothers earlier that day.
He looked like he had clearly done something wrong, which made her suspicious.
"My darlings, I do have an important task for you." She then beckoned to the three little ones with her finger.
They all crowded around, and after listening to Yi Tianran's explanation, they quickly went back inside to investigate.
Tracing back to events from over twenty years ago is indeed a major task!
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