Chapter 64: Share Transfer

From the very beginning, Chen Shuang had paid no attention to Su Wanwan, who had only recently been brought back to the Su family. Were it not for the relentless insistence of the matriarch demanding that Fu Liangmu be given a bride, and Li Zhen's deliberate avoidance, she would never have silently consented to this farce. Yet what unfolded thereafter surpassed her expectations.

Su Wanwan's explosive revelations made Chen Shuang wary, gradually awakening her to the undercurrents of deceit. Su Wanwan's rosy fingertips tapped lightly against the cup's rim, diverting the other's attention. "Since you have investigated everything so thoroughly, you must know that I was never the one originally destined to marry Liangmu. I merely stood in for my sister."

"By the time I regained consciousness, the marriage contract was already sealed with my fingerprint."

"The die is cast, and the funds have already been channeled to maintain operations. I can only..." Su Wanwan shrugged lightly, releasing a long sigh.

Chen Shuang narrowed her eyes, scrutinizing her closely. "If you have such substantial capital at your disposal, why watch the Su family fall to such ruin, forced to sell off a daughter just to keep the company afloat?"

Su Wanwan straightened her back, a flicker of confusion crossing her flawless features. "Why would I expend effort in vain?"

"Whatever you can uncover, I can as well." Chen Shuang's pupils contracted, her gaze darkening. This Su Wanwan was no ordinary woman. Having lived eighteen years in the countryside, yet maintaining such close ties with Lun En, her background was undoubtedly extraordinary. It seemed she too had sensed something unusual about the car accident years ago.

Calmly, Su Wanwan sipped her tea, the fragrance swirling and spreading across her lips. Since her return four years ago, Su Fu's treatment of her was more that of an adversary than a father. He even tacitly allowed Su Nian to scheme behind her back, ultimately selling her to Fu Liangmu for fifty million—a masterstroke of calculation.

"Su Wanwan, regardless of your motives or the people behind you," Chen Shuang said sharply, "...do not harm Liangmu."

Su Wanwan lowered her eyes. A document was slid before her, emblazoned with the bold words "Share Transfer Agreement," revealing Chen Shuang's true intent.

"These are the shares I hold under the Fu Group's headquarters," Chen Shuang explained. "If you agree to my sole condition, sign here."

Five percent of the Fu family's shares could yield over a hundred million in profits annually, even without active involvement.

Su Wanwan cast a calm glance over the contract, flipping through its pages. There were no hidden clauses—Chen Shuang was sincere.

With a swift motion, Su Wanwan tore the contract to pieces.

Chen Shuang stared in disbelief. "What are you doing?"

"Rest assured, within this marriage to Liangmu, I will do nothing to harm or betray him."

Chen Shuang hesitated. "Really?"

"Truly."

She nodded thoughtfully. "Very well, I will trust you this once."

Rising, Su Wanwan said, "If there's nothing else, I'll be going now."

"Mm."

Once the door closed, Chen Shuang's eyes reflected a complicated storm, emotions churning like a spilled fuel tray. Su Wanwan's composed demeanor at the contract's presentation—and her decisive tearing—revealed her utter disinterest in such matters. Who exactly was this woman?

Lost in thought, Chen Shuang was interrupted by a knock. A servant entered, carrying an exquisite box, placing it before her.

"The young madam and young master have already left. This is a birthday gift from the young madam."

Chen Shuang opened it to find a refined, understated watch. After a moment's reflection, she fastened it to her wrist; it suited her attire perfectly. The servant's eyes flickered with surprise—Madam Er had never been fond of jewelry, rarely wore anything, and gifts typically gathered dust in storage.

"Madam Er?" Chen Shuang adjusted the strap. "Keep it."

"Yes, madam."

The car gradually departed the old residence. Su Wanwan rested her chin on her hand, her clear gaze drifting over the passing scenery.

"Did she give you a hard time?" Fu Liangmu's eyes scanned her like radar, missing no detail.

"No."

Su Wanwan turned to him. "Hmm."

His voice deepened. "No matter what happens, you can tell me. I will protect you."

Su Wanwan smiled, though doubts flickered in her heart. Though she had spoken little with Chen Shuang, she sensed the latter's concern for Fu Liangmu between the lines. Yet Fu Liangmu himself seemed strangely distant from Chen Shuang.

"All right."

...

Monday arrived, and Su Wanwan was punctual at work. The company was engulfed in an oppressive atmosphere—Ye Group's stock price had plummeted to historic lows, threatening to fall further. Restlessness filled the air; everyone felt bankruptcy looming.

The tense mood persisted all morning until the lunch bell rang, and Li Manya finally rose.

"Everyone, we cannot sit idly by any longer."

"The company needs each of us now more than ever. In this crisis, our collective support is crucial."

The crowd remained listless.

"Manya, it's not that we don't want to help, but we simply don't know where to start."

"Yeah, online rumors have only made things worse, and we can't control them."

"Besides, the factory is at a standstill—we can't even gather the materials we need."

"Do you have any solutions, Manya?"

Li Manya inhaled deeply, her tone gentle.

"Don't lose heart. We've negotiated countless contracts before—surely some old clients are willing to continue collaborating."

"If we can restart the factory and secure necessary materials, there's still hope."

Murmurs spread among the crowd.

"Easier said than done... Who in the country is willing to work with us now? They avoid us like the plague."

Li Manya patiently replied, "If domestic avenues fail, surely foreign markets remain?"

"My husband knows a foreign supplier; through my connections, there's about a 60% chance of success."

Eyes brightened one after another.

"Manya, your husband is amazing! His network stretches overseas!"

"If this works out, you'll be the savior of Ye Group!"

Li Manya blushed shyly.

"Enough chatter. Who will come with me?"

"Su Wanwan, can you?"