In the garden, Xia Ruolin eyed Second Master Xia warily and said coldly, "Do you think people will believe it was me who killed Grandpa just because of your words?"
Second Master Xia gave a sly smile. "Of course I have no evidence. But it just so happens that I know the hit - and - run driver was found by someone around Ouyang Mingqi. And it has nothing to do with you. However, if Ouyang Mingqi is arrested, do you think he'll rat you out?"
A flicker of guilt flashed across Xia Ruolin's eyes. "What exactly are you trying to say?"
"We're both smart people, so I'll be straight. I know you're going to forge a will next. We agreed before that we'd split the shares of the old man's company evenly." A glint of cunning flashed in Second Master Xia's eyes.
Xia Ruolin knew in her heart that if she didn't cooperate with Second Master Xia, her plan to forge the will would never succeed. So she had to compromise. "Fine."
"That's good. Remember, we're in the same boat." Second Master Xia said word by word.
Not long after, the rustling sound of a vehicle rolling over the ground suddenly came from the door.
It was Xia Weilan and Mo Beichen. Xia Ruolin and Second Master Xia immediately shut up and separated.
The next day.
Mo Beichen went to the company. After breakfast, Xia Weilan went into the mourning hall to offer incense, and then she kept vigil in front of the hall.
As Xia Ruolin passed by the door, she couldn't help sneering. "Stop pretending to be a dutiful daughter."
That night, the relatives of the Xia family got the news one after another and came to the Xia family to offer incense. The threshold of the Xia family was almost worn out by relatives and friends.
"Mo Beichen is here!" The servant announced the arrival of the guest. Everyone in the hall turned their heads. Mo Beichen walked in wearing all black, and his cold aura made everyone fall silent.
Mo Beichen stepped in. His eyes swept over the figure kneeling in front of the memorial tablet, burning paper money.
Xia Weilan looked at Mo Beichen calmly. She watched him light three incense sticks, stand in front of the old man's memorial tablet and bow respectfully. Then, he silently stood beside her and pulled her into his arms.
Everyone in the hall was watching them in silence.
Some of them didn't know that Mo Beichen and Xia Weilan were already married, so they were extremely surprised.
Xia Ruolin stared at Mo Beichen's back, wringing her fingers without saying a word. She even forgot to maintain her feigned sad expression.
Not long after, more guests arrived.
People came in from time to time to offer incense. Some greeted Xia Mei politely, saying, "Please accept my condolences."
Some comforted Xia Weilan, whether sincerely or not, and then left in a hurry.
"Miss Xia, the deceased has passed away. Please take care of yourself." A guest said to Xia Weilan.
"Thank you all for coming. Thank you. Please go to the back hall to rest." As the eldest daughter of the Xia family, Xia Weilan greeted everyone gracefully.
Xia Ruolin was dissatisfied seeing that everyone only recognized Xia Weilan as the eldest daughter of the Xia family.
That night, after everyone left, Mo Beichen sent Xia Weilan back to her room to rest.
Xia Weilan was probably too tired. She fell asleep as soon as she touched the bed.
Mo Beichen lay beside her, gently pulling her into his arms with a sigh.
Xia Weilan was in a daze, as if having a dream. In the dream, someone gently kissed her on the forehead. She heard a warm male voice saying that he would protect her.
For some reason, Xia Weilan suddenly felt extremely at ease and fell into that person's embrace trustingly.
On the day of the burial.
In the forest, several people gathered around. A priest in black was presiding over the funeral.
"Now, a family member will carry the urn for burial." The priest explained.
"Ruolin, you go." Xue Zhiqing immediately pushed Xia Ruolin.
"Dad, I'm scared." Xia Ruolin said guiltily, her eyes flickering and she dared not go forward.
"You girl, Grandpa loved you so much. What are you afraid of now?" Xia Mei couldn't help scolding.
Xia Ruolin pouted and hid behind Xue Zhiqing, looking innocent.
At this moment, Xia Weilan, who was standing with Mo Beichen, suddenly stepped forward, took the urn, and looked calm.
Following the priest's words, Xia Weilan buried Old Man Xia with her own hands.
At that moment, Xia Weilan swore in her heart that she would live a good life, manage the company well for Grandpa, and never let him down.
"Finally it's over. I've been so busy with these things these days. It's so annoying!" As soon as Xia Ruolin returned to the Xia mansion, she let out a sigh of relief. She swaggered over and sat on the sofa, looking extremely comfortable.
"What did you just say?" Xia Weilan followed her in, looking cold.
At this moment, Xia Mei and Xue Zhiqing had both returned to the company. Only the two of them were left in the Xia family.
"What I said is none of your business!" Xia Ruolin gave a coquettish laugh. Usually, with Grandpa protecting Xia Weilan, Xia Ruolin would be afraid of her. But now that she was in charge of the Xia family, she wasn't afraid of this orphan at all.
"I can't interfere? You'd better take a look at your situation. Where are you? And whose territory is this?" Xia Weilan had long been annoyed by Xia Ruolin's attitude these days.
"Humph!" Xia Ruolin stood up from the sofa. "I don't even want to stay on your territory. If you have the guts, show off in the company."
Xia Ruolin also knew that the Xia mansion had already been transferred to Xia Weilan.
"What do you mean?" Xia Weilan looked at her in surprise, puzzled.
"Humph, what do I mean? You'll know soon. Grandpa didn't even recognize you anymore. You still think you're the eldest daughter of the Xia family!" Xia Ruolin scoffed.
"Speak clearly!" Xia Weilan suddenly stepped closer and grabbed Xia Ruolin's wrist.
Xia Ruolin shook off her hand and said haughtily, "The company will hold a shareholders' meeting soon. Want to know? Go and see for yourself."
After Xia Ruolin left, Xia Weilan sat on the sofa, with a bad feeling in her heart.
After some hesitation, she still got up and followed to the company.
"Miss Xia!" All the employees in the company looked down - hearted. As soon as they saw her, they immediately greeted her respectfully.
Xia Weilan felt a pang of sadness. The atmosphere in the company made her feel stuffy.
Many of these people were selected and trained by the old man. They had deep feelings for him.
"Miss Xia, you must take care of yourself."
"Yes, Miss Xia. The company will rely on you to lead us from now on!"
Several employees said to Xia Weilan.
"Thank you." A touch of emotion flashed through Xia Weilan's heart. Then she walked into the meeting room.
Xia Mei didn't expect Xia Weilan to come. She was a little surprised. Xue Zhiqing, on the other hand, looked extremely amused and kept looking at Xia Weilan strangely.
Under everyone's gaze, Xia Weilan sat in the chairman's seat.
Surprisingly, Xia Ruolin held her tongue.
"I think the intern chairman should be made a full - time one now. This was also the old man's wish."
"Yes, the company can't be leaderless for a day. I also support Miss Xia as the chairman."
Several shareholders discussed, and soon the meeting room became lively.
"Enough!" Xue Zhiqing suddenly shouted in a deep voice. "I called you here today to announce something. Ruolin, Second Master Xia, Xia Weilan, listen up. The old man left a will before his death."