The CEO's 100 Billion Bride: The Secret War of the Rich

Su Wanwan gently opened her eyes in the early morning light. Everything that happened last night flooded into her mind like a tide, including Huo Yanshen's confession after being drunk, the mysterious investigation report, Lu Wei's late-night call...everything seemed like a puzzle to be solved.

She turned her head carefully and found that Huo Yanshen was no longer around. There was a note on the bedside table:

"Wanwan, there is an urgent meeting to attend. I asked the kitchen to prepare breakfast. Love you. - Yan Shen"

Su Wanwan sighed softly. The fragile yet real Huo Yanshen last night seemed like just a dream. She knew that if she wanted to uncover all the mysteries, Huo Yanshen's drunken talk alone was far from enough.

After washing up, Su Wanwan came to the restaurant. The housekeeper Uncle Li respectfully handed her an exquisite breakfast.

"Uncle Li," Su Wanwan asked casually, "Where are the old photos of the Huo family stored? I want to know about the family history."

Uncle Li was slightly surprised, but soon regained his composure: "Madam, the old photos are kept in the storage room of the west wing. But it is usually locked, and you need the master's permission to enter."

Su Wanwan smiled and nodded: "I understand, thank you Uncle Li."

After breakfast, Su Wanwan declined the driver's escort and drove to Huo's Group alone. On the way, she recalled what Huo Yanshen said last night: "You know what? Actually, I have always had doubts about my life experience."

This sentence is like a key that seems to open the door to the truth. But Su Wanwan knows that in this complex world of wealthy families, every step must be taken with caution.

Arriving at the company, Su Wanwan skillfully greeted the employees, and her elegant and decent manners did not reveal any inner turmoil. She went directly to Huo Yanshen's office, but was told that Mr. Huo was in an important meeting and could not be disturbed for the time being.

"It's okay, I'll wait for him here." Su Wanwan said with a smile.

After the secretary left, Su Wanwan's eyes fell on Huo Yanshen's desk. She hesitated for a moment, and finally gently opened the drawer.

Various documents were neatly placed inside, but there was an exquisite little box that caught her attention. Su Wanwan carefully opened the box, and inside was an ancient jade pendant.

Just then, footsteps were heard outside the door. Su Wanwan quickly put the jade pendant back to its original place and pretended to sort out the magazines on the coffee table.

Huo Yanshen pushed the door open and was slightly surprised when he saw Su Wanwan: "Wanwan? Why are you here?"

Su Wanwan stood up and walked over to him, saying softly, "I have something to say to you, but since you're in a meeting, I wanted to wait for you."

Huo Yan smiled apologetically: "Sorry, the company has been busy recently. What can I do for you?"

Su Wanwan took a deep breath and decided to get straight to the point: "Yan Shen, you said something last night when you were drunk, about your life experience..."

Huo Yanshen's expression suddenly became serious: "What did I say last night?"

Su Wanwan carefully observed Huo Yanshen's reaction: "You said you have doubts about your life experience, and you also mentioned that you heard your grandfather and father quarreling when you were a child..."

Huo Yanshen's eyes flickered for a moment, then he returned to normal: "Wanwan, I might be talking nonsense when I'm drunk, don't take it seriously."

Just then, there was a knock on the office door, and Lu Wei's voice came: "Yan Shen, I got the file."

Su Wanwan noticed that Huo Yanshen's body stiffened slightly for a moment. She turned around gracefully and smiled at Lu Wei who walked in, "Ms. Lu, long time no see."

Lu Wei seemed a little surprised, but soon showed a decent smile: "Mrs. Su, nice to meet you."

Huo Yanshen cleared his throat: "Wanwan, I still have some work to do. Let's talk in the evening, okay?"

Su Wanwan knew that she couldn't stay any longer, so she nodded and said goodbye gracefully. When she left the office, she seemed to hear Lu Wei whisper, "There's some progress on that matter..."

Back at the Huo family, Su Wanwan's mind was all on the envelope containing the investigation report. She tiptoed to the study and was glad to find that the room was not locked.

However, when she looked through the documents on the desk, she found that the envelope was missing.

“What are you looking for?”

The sudden voice startled Su Wanwan. She turned around and saw Mr. Huo standing at the door with a sharp gaze.

Su Wanwan quickly calmed down and showed just the right amount of surprise: "Grandpa, you're back. I was just looking for a book to read and accidentally messed up the documents."

Mr. Huo gave her a meaningful look and said, "Really? Did you find the book you wanted?"

Su Wanwan smiled and shook her head: "Not yet, maybe I remembered the wrong location."

Mr. Huo walked into the study and sat down at the desk: "Wanwan, you have been in the Huo family for so long, you should understand that some things are not your business."

Su Wanwan's heart trembled, but she still kept an elegant smile on her face: "The old man's lesson is right. I will pay attention to it in the future."

At this moment, Huo Yanshen came hurriedly: "Grandpa, are you looking for me?"

Mr. Huo waved his hand: "It's nothing serious, I just want to ask about the company's recent situation."

Su Wanwan tactfully excused herself, and before leaving, she inadvertently caught a glimpse of a familiar envelope on Mr. Huo's desk.

Back in the room, Su Wanwan's mind was full of thoughts. The mystery of Huo Yanshen's life experience, Lu Wei's secret, the missing investigation report...all the clues seemed to point to a bigger secret.

She took out her cell phone, hesitated for a moment, and dialed a number.

"Hello, is this Zhang Jiaying? I'm Su Wanwan. I need you to help me investigate something..."

After hanging up the phone, Su Wanwan walked to the window and looked at the garden of the Huo family mansion. She knew that she was stepping into a dangerous vortex. But for the truth and for Huo Yanshen, she had no choice.

At this moment, she accidentally caught a glimpse of a familiar figure hurriedly walking into the pavilion deep in the garden. Although the figure was wearing a hat and sunglasses, Su Wanwan still recognized Lu Wei's back at a glance.

Su Wanwan narrowed her eyes and decided to take a risk to find out what was going on. She followed quietly and hid behind the bushes near the pavilion.

"What are you doing here? It's not safe here." Lu Wei's voice came.

"I can't wait any longer," a strange male voice sounded, "When can you do what you promised me?"

Lu Wei whispered, "Don't be impatient, the time is not right yet. Huo Yanshen is still wary of us, I need more time."

The man was a little anxious: "But that document..."

"Shh!" Lu Wei suddenly interrupted him, "Someone is coming."

Su Wanwan held her breath and did not move. After a moment, she heard the footsteps gradually fade away.

After making sure that no one was around, Su Wanwan carefully left her hiding place. Her heart was beating fast, and the conversation just now kept echoing in her mind.

What is Lu Wei planning? Who is that mysterious man? What are the documents they are talking about?

Just as Su Wanwan was thinking, a hand suddenly rested on her shoulder. She was so scared that she almost screamed.

"Wanwan, what are you doing here?" Huo Yanshen's voice came from behind.

Su Wanwan forced herself to remain calm, turned around and smiled: "I was taking a walk in the garden and accidentally walked a little far. Why are you here?"

Huo Yanshen looked at her deeply and said, "I'm looking for you. Wanwan, there are things I want to talk to you about."

Su Wanwan's heart tightened, but she remained calm: "Okay, let's go back to the room and talk."

The two walked back to the villa side by side, Su Wanwan's heart filled with anxiety and anticipation.