She Lost Memory Before the Divorce Chapter 301

Chapter 301: Chapter 0301: Mu Lan's Strength in Protecting Her Husband (2) Chapter 301: Chapter 0301: Mu Lan's Strength in Protecting Her Husband (2) Everyone was a bit stunned; Mu Lan had been married into the Huo Family for so many years, but she had never been so “outright rebellious.”

Huo Qitang's face alternated between shades of green and white as he said sternly,
“What is this attitude? I knew you've never taken me seriously from the start, you…”

“In the past, you instigated my mother-in-law to bully me, to suppress me, to provoke me with words when there was no need. I bore it all, considering that you are my elder and I am the younger one.'
But now you're trying to make it tough for Huo Tingxiao. I'm laying it down here today–if anything happens to the old man, don't you dare speak ill of him!

If you take the opportunity to spread rumors, don't blame me for tearing off the facade, and let's not all have a good time!”

Huo Tingxiao looked at Mu Lan, who seemed like a furious little leopard standing in front of him, speaking up for him, and felt waves of warmth in his heart.

Mu Lan was indeed known in the Huo Family as someone who could be easily bullied. The sudden outburst from such an honest person was quite deterring.

After the Mu family overcame the crisis, things kept improving. Even though it couldn't compare with the great business of the Huo family, it was no small force to be reckoned with.

Huo Qilian hurried to soothe the situation, saying,
“Mu Lan, don't be angry with your aunt. She's just panicking. Anyway, who could fault Tingxiao?”

Huo Qitang glared at his sister and snorted coldly.

“My sister knows how to be a good person. With the old man's situation, aren't we, the elders, even allowed to ask questions anymore? Where is the respect from the younger ones, making decisions without discussing with anyone? Didn't she just decide everything on her own?”

Mu Lan really didn't expect Huo Qitang to be so persistent. Her pretty face grew cold, and her tone was sharp like a knife.

“If aunt still has some blame to express, just say it directly. There's no need to beat around the bush.”

“I…”

Huo Qitang glanced at Huo Tingxiao and, frightened by the chilly aura emanating from him, turned her eyes away, not daring to meet his gaze.

Mu Lan's words did have some effect, shutting up the others.

Finally, there was some peace. Mu Lan clung to Huo Tingxiao's arm, gently patting the palm of his hand to comfort him.

During the time of resuscitation, several of the children notified their spouses and children to come to the hospital, and the atmosphere grew even heavier…

After the old master was brought out, he was put back into the ICU.

That night, he passed away. Huo Tingxiao, who was keeping vigil in the corridor, had reddened eyes, and his whole head was buzzing.

But at such a time, he had to hold his breath and organize everything methodically.

Meanwhile, a large group of journalists who heard the news surrounded the hospital, wanting to get firsthand information. It's unclear who let the information slip, but soon, the death of Huo Shiwen made the headlines on major websites.

Huo Tingxiao knew that this would only intensify the internal struggle within the Huo Family and decided to use his own people to arrange the funeral and other matters.

As dawn broke after a whole night, Huo Tingxiao's eyes were deeply sunken.

Mu Lan also looked somewhat haggard. Both changed into black outfits and went to the mourning hall to host as the family.

The scenes before her reminded Mu Lan of her father's death, with a stifling pain in her heart, a throbbing headache. She couldn't tell if it was a physical reaction due to lack of sleep or emotional distress.

In any case, the feeling was extremely uncomfortable.

“Lanlan, are you okay?”

When Mu Huaifeng and Shen Ying arrived, seeing her haggard appearance, they were both very distressed.

“It's fine, brother, mom, don't worry about me.

The old master suddenly passed away last night due to a cerebral hemorrhage. Considering his age, he didn't suffer much.”

Mu Lan spoke calmly about the matter. Facing death, one gets desensitized after the first time. Sometimes people are forced to grow up, which is part of life's journey that no one can escape.

“Yes, if there's anything, you must tell us. Don't take it all on yourself, understand?”

Shen Ying looked at Mu Lan with tenderness, giving her careful instructions.

After all, it was the funeral of the Old Master Huo. Despite being a bit hasty, people of significance from Sea City were present, as well as some business and political figures from neighboring cities. Those who couldn't make it sent wreaths and condolences.

Compared to the previous funeral of Mu Lan's father, this one was much grander in scale.

And in comparison to a cocktail party, such a social occasion, even with an added somber tone, did not at all hinder the businessmen from networking and bonding.

Of course, besides these microcosms of the pursuit of fame and fortune, other grand family dramas were also set to unfold.

For instance, when Sheng Xueqin arrived with Huo Tingyang, the security guards at the door stopped them, preventing Huo Tingyang and Xian Yaping from entering.

Huo Tingyang's eyes widened in disbelief, clearly not expecting such an incident.

“What do you mean by this?”

The security guard spoke as if he were a robot, his tone devoid of any emotion.

“I'm sorry, Mr. Huo and Ms. Xian, you cannot go in.”

Sheng Xueqin frowned, clearly, this was Huo Tingxiao intentionally making it difficult for them.

“Are you new here? Do you not know that this is the Huo Family's second young master?”

The security guard looked straight ahead, his demeanor neither servile nor overbearing.

“I apologize, Ms. Sheng, but these two cannot go in.”

Xian Yaping's face turned red with anger.

“You…”

The three of them were squeezed at the entrance while the other arriving guests could not help but take an interest in the commotion.

Yet they couldn't appear too obvious about it, snatching just a few words before proceeding into the funeral venue.

The scene escalated even further when Pei Zhao and Lin Yize appeared together.

“What's going on, the Huo Family's vice president has been stopped at the door?

The Huo Family's second young master is also treated like this?”

Lin Yize's tone was not too light or heavy, but it made Huo Tingyang's face instantly burn with embarrassment.

“This has nothing to do with General Manager Lin.”

“There's no need to rush, Vice President Huo. I mean no offense. If you don't mind, I can go and ask if there's been some misunderstanding.

After all, you are family, and on such a day, it wouldn't be right to let outsiders see something that could be laughed at.”

Huo Tingyang could only feel the utmost irony in words that sounded so considerate and understanding.

With his sensitive mind, how could he fail to discern the true intent behind the other's words?

A mere manager from Jiancheng, and he has the nerve to mock him?

“I dare not accept General Manager Lin's kind offer.”

Pei Zhao raised an eyebrow.

“Does Vice President Huo have any dissatisfaction with my subordinate?”

Pei Zhao spoke in a tone that was neither salty nor bland, but his expression was utterly unyielding, clearly displeased, certainly perceiving the other's disdain for his people.

“Please don't misunderstand, General Manager Pei. He is just a bit anxious, considering it's the old man's funeral. It caught us all off guard that Huo Tingxiao could be so petty.

Since General Manager Lin is so well-intentioned, then we accept his offer. May I know how General Manager Lin plans to help resolve this misunderstanding?”

Sheng Xueqin watched the two, a faint smile in her eyes.

Having been consistently suppressed at Shengshi lately, Sheng Xueqin had been holding back her frustration.

She certainly didn't believe her second uncle's family had such great capabilities; it was more likely someone was backing them, and after much thought, she was convinced that person was undoubtedly Huo Tingxiao.

If they wanted to take her, Sheng Xueqin, down and elevate her second uncle's family, then they shouldn't blame her for letting Huo Tingyang stir up the Huo Family into utter chaos, leaving no one in peace!

Chapter end

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