She kept her marriage a secret for three years, then divorced and was forcefully pampered by a power

A sweet voice came from behind Huo Xiao, instantly disrupting Shao Yan's thoughts.

She followed the gaze and saw that Pei Rongrong's hand was already linked with Huo Xiao's arm.

Shao Yan instinctively turned around, and standing next to Pei Rongrong was Meng Yu.

Pei Rongrong hurriedly introduced Meng Yu to Huo Xiao: "Uncle, this is the boyfriend I told you about, Meng Yu."

While talking to Huo Xiao, Meng Yu glanced at the departing figure.

Even from behind, the woman's figure is stunning. No wonder Huo Xiao has almost no scandals. With a girlfriend with a figure like that, he probably wouldn't be able to catch the eye of other women.

Meng Yu extended his hand to Huo Xiao: "Uncle, nice to meet you—"

Huo Xiao remained motionless, a hint of indescribable loneliness playing on his lips.

"It's still far from certain, I dare not accept the title of 'uncle'."

Meng Yu's expression changed on the spot. If Pei Rongrong hadn't been Huo Xiao's niece, he wouldn't have been willing to call her "uncle" either.

Both of them were influential figures in the business world, and Meng Yu felt that he was much more capable than Huo Xiao.

The Meng Group is one of the top three business giants in Beicheng, while Huo Xiao is just a lawyer.

Lawyers, they're just someone else's dogs, why do they have to be so high and mighty?

"Uncle, Ayu is very good to me and very capable. Dad and Mom have both agreed to our marriage."

Pei Rongrong was not satisfied with Huo Xiao's reaction, feeling that he was too harsh.

Huo Xiao placed his wine glass on the tray and said calmly, "If you like it, that's fine. Excuse me."

Meng Yu was somewhat annoyed by Pei Rongrong's lukewarm words, but fortunately Pei Rongrong comforted him in time.

"Ayu, don't mind him. That's just how my uncle is. He's actually a very good person and he's been very good to me. He'll be good to you too after we get married."

As Meng Yu watched Huo Xiao's departing figure, for some reason, he inexplicably felt that Huo Xiao seemed to harbor some kind of hostility towards him.

Shao Yan practically fled in panic, searching everywhere for Qu You.

Coincidentally, they finally met at the hotel entrance.

Qu You looked at Shao Yan with sparkling eyes, rushed up and gave her a big hug, so excited she couldn't breathe.

"Yanyan, it's done! You're my lucky star! Two multi-million dollar deals were signed on the spot. Look at the commotion this has caused—"

Qu You took out her phone to ask Shao Yan for her bank account number to transfer money to her. Shao Yan was already terrified by Huo Xiao and just wanted to leave as soon as possible.

"Do you know how smoothly tonight went? I saw Huo Xiao, and he actually raised his wine glass to me from afar. I thought I had made a mistake."

Qu You drove Shao Yan home, and the wind was so strong that it gave her a headache.

Just before getting off the bus, Qu You slipped her a gift box.

"What is this?"

Qu You's eyes flickered.

"A gift for you."

The red Audi quickly disappeared into the night.

Shao Yan returned to her room, exhausted, carrying the gift box.

She changed out of the extremely uncomfortable dress, took a shower, put on her pajamas, and snuggled into bed.

Curious about what Qu You had given him, he opened the box and was so shocked that he almost dropped it off the bed.

This brand's complete jewelry sets are worth tens of millions, and every diamond is hand-polished.

Qu You would never give such an expensive gift.

So, how much did she actually sell herself for?

Just as Shao Yan was about to call and ask what was going on, her phone vibrated on the bedside table.

Huo Xiao's message popped up.

"Ms. Shao, do you like my gift?"

Shao Yan did not reply to Huo Xiao on the spot, but this set of jewelry gave her an opportunity.

The next day, Shao Yan went to Xu Xiao Law Firm.

The receptionist looked at her with a friendly smile.

Do you have an appointment?

Shao Yan was stunned, but she quickly took out the bag from her hand.

"I'm here to return something to Attorney Huo. Could you let me up?"

The receptionist glanced at the stunningly beautiful woman in front of her.

Over the years, many women have come to Attorney Huo under various pretexts, and she felt that Shao Yan was one of them.

"If you are familiar with Attorney Huo, you can call him yourself."

Shao Yan tried, but no one answered.

"I'm sorry, I can't help you with this."

The receptionist politely apologized and then ignored her.

Fortunately, the elevator doors opened, and Huo Xiao happened to come out from inside.

He wore an elegant gray suit, and his face was cold and aloof.

Behind the gold-rimmed glasses on his nose, his gaze was so deep that it was impossible to discern his thoughts, and the mechanical watch on his wrist gleamed with a cool luster, making him appear both aloof and alluring.

Huo Xiao was followed by several men in suits, each with a fawning and cautious expression on their faces.

When he passed by Shao Yan, his gaze lingered on her, but she acted as if she didn't see him.

They walked straight towards the business car parked at the entrance of the firm with the group of people.

Shao Yan knew this was a rare opportunity, so she followed and awkwardly spoke up.

"Attorney Huo, could I possibly have a few minutes of your time?"

Huo Xiao finally stopped.

Upon seeing that she was a beautiful and dazzling woman, the men wisely smiled and left.

Huo Xiao's gaze swept over her exposed, slender legs, a hint of lust in his eyes.

"Miss Shao, is there something you need?"

"I'm here to return what I've given you without merit."

She was afraid that if she accepted the money, she would have a complicated relationship with him, since he was Meng Yu's girlfriend's uncle.

Huo Xiao didn't answer, and his expression was unreadable.

"Once something is given away, there's no reason to take it back. Miss Shao can handle it herself."

The assistant got out and opened the car door, and Huo Xiao got into the back seat.

Shao Yan panicked and shamelessly squeezed in as well.

The assistant recognized her; she was the woman Huo Xiao had sent back last time. He tactfully found a place to wait for her.

"Attorney Huo, I have a favor to ask of you today."

Shao Yan felt that if she tried, there would always be a chance.

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, Huo Xiao's knee lightly touched her smooth leg, and Shao Yan blushed.

Huo Xiao glanced at his watch: "Three minutes."

Shao Yan was slightly taken aback: "What?"

"I'll give you three minutes to state your demands."

Shao Yan felt his legs were very close to hers, as if they were gently caressing her skin.

The tingling sensation caused her to tremble instinctively.

Huo Xiao had a faint scent of cedarwood mixed with tobacco, which smelled very fresh and pleasant.

"I'm getting a divorce from Meng Yu recently, and you know why."

"If Attorney Huo is willing to help me sue to recover the investment I made in the Meng Group and half of the Meng family's assets, I can afford the legal fees, and it will also benefit your niece."

After a two-second silence, Huo Xiao pressed the switch inside the car and said in a flat tone, "I won't take your case."

Shao Yan was taken aback: "Why? My divorce from Meng Yu is a good thing for Pei Rongrong, so she won't have to be seen as a mistress and have an ambiguous relationship with Meng Yu."

They're going to get married sooner or later. Isn't my existence a threat to Pei Rongrong?

Huo Xiao scoffed, "If Miss Shao were truly capable, she wouldn't need to come to me."