RT Chapter 32

Chapter 32: Contradiction

In the end, Shao Chengxi couldn’t bear it, holding Shu Lin and kissing him fiercely before pulling him up.

Shu Lin leaned against his chest, panting. He glanced at the screen and grumbled discontentedly, “It’s all your fault, I missed the most exciting dubbing part, and I have to start all over again.”

Shao Chengxi raised an eyebrow. “This is nothing. I have something even more exciting to show you.”

Shu Lin pouted, with a look that said, “I don’t believe you.”

“Oh, you don’t believe me?” Shao Chengxi teased him deliberately, straightening his body and reaching for the document bag beside him, handing it to him. “Here, take a look.”

Opening the document bag, Shu Lin read it page by page, his eyes widening more and more.

Inside was Shao Yuanheng’s written apology.

And a share transfer agreement.

Although the content of the apology was brief, the words seemed sincere enough.

Most importantly, Shao Yuanheng promised that he would never approach him again.

After reading all this, the pent-up feeling in Shu Lin’s heart was finally released.

He read it over and over again, then sighed softly, “This matter… is finally over.”

Shao Chengxi stretched out his arms and pulled him into his embrace. “It’s over. From now on, he won’t appear in front of you again. I’ve also sent more people to protect you in secret, so rest assured.”

“Mm…” Shu Lin smiled and nodded obediently.

He flipped through the documents again, taking a closer look at the share transfer agreement, his eyes widening even more.

“2% of the Shao Group’s original shares?” Reading the last three words, Shu Lin’s tone changed.

He had heard Shu Lingxiao say that the Shao Group’s original shares only circulated within the family, and outsiders were not qualified to hold them no matter how much money they offered.

Original shares are different from the stocks issued on the market and are very valuable.

Even holding 0.5% of the original shares corresponds to an unimaginable value.

He now holds 2%.

Realizing this, Shu Lin looked up in surprise at Shao Chengxi. “Is this… isn’t this too much?”

Shao Chengxi pinched his cheek. “It’s not too much. This is the price he should pay. However, you cannot transfer these shares. Currently, you can only receive dividends every year.”

Shu Lin blinked, showing a little miserly look. “Um, about how much money will I get in dividends each year?”

Shao Chengxi couldn’t help but laugh at his appearance. He leaned close to his ear and whispered a number.

“So much!” Shu Lin’s eyes instantly lit up like searchlights.

Shao Chengxi smiled and nodded, his tone tinged with indulgence. “This is nothing. Don’t forget, you already have a fortune in your hands that’s much larger than this.”

Shu Lin was confused by what he said. “Do I? What is it? Where is it? How come I don’t know?”

Shao Chengxi was speechless.

He really is a child, not at all sensitive to money. He owns such a large fortune, and he hasn’t even realized it.

Shao Chengxi looked at Shu Lin’s questioning eyes, feeling amused and helpless at the same time.

He ruffled Shu Lin’s hair and said in a serious tone, “Baby, do you remember the betrothal gifts the Shao family gave you? Those aren’t ordinary gifts, but real assets. Real estate, equity, funds, jewelry… everything is appreciating in value. What you’re holding is a considerable fortune.”

Shu Lin blinked, obviously not having much of a concept of these things, and muttered, “I thought those were just formalities.”

Shao Chengxi chuckled. “You can pay attention to it. Ask your sister if you don’t understand something.”

His father, Shao Bingheng, had reminded him that marriages between unequal families would face many problems, and he had to be prepared.

Shao Chengxi knew clearly that Shu Lin needed to grow up in all aspects as soon as possible in order to marry him, not just wealth management.

Last time in Fenghang City, Shu Lin’s performance when he met Vice President Wu Xun, although excusable, aroused Shao Bingheng’s dissatisfaction.

He thought Shu Lin wasn’t poised and generous enough and was too childish.

As the Shao family’s Omega, Shu Lin needed to learn how to handle various occasions with ease.

Especially since Shao Chengxi was involved in politics, he needed to show the appropriate demeanor and poise when facing high-ranking figures.

After returning to the Imperial Capital, Shao Bingheng privately approached Shao Chengxi and bluntly made demands on Shu Lin:

“Chengxi, Shu Lin is innocent and lovely, but he can’t always be like this. As the Shao family’s Omega, his performance is substandard. Especially in social situations, his reaction is restrained. I hope he can receive systematic etiquette training and integrate into our family as soon as possible.”

Shao Chengxi responded at the time, “Father, Shu Lin is still young. Give him some time, and he will adapt slowly.”

Shao Bingheng frowned, dissatisfied. “Time waits for no one. The Shao family’s Omega can’t always hide under your wings. He needs to learn to face these occasions independently, otherwise, how will he be able to share various affairs for you in the future?”

Shao Chengxi was silent for a moment, then nodded, “I will consider it.”

At this moment, Shao Chengxi looked at the childish Shu Lin in his arms, feeling conflicted.

He hoped that Shu Lin could maintain this innocence, but he also understood that he must grow up in order to gain a foothold in this complex family.

“Baby,” Shao Chengxi called him softly, tentatively saying, “Have you ever thought about learning something new in the future?”

Shu Lin raised his head, his eyes showing a hint of curiosity. “Something new? Like what?”

Shao Chengxi considered his words, trying to make his tone sound as relaxed as possible. “For example… some high-level social etiquette in political and business circles, or how to manage huge amounts of wealth. These will be helpful to you in the future.”

Shu Lin blinked. “But I’m not interested in these things. I like acting. Even if I can’t perform on stage, it’s okay to work behind the scenes. I really like doing dubbing work now.”

After speaking, he seemed to realize something and quickly added, “If you want me to learn, then I will. I said, I’ll listen to you in everything.”

Shao Chengxi looked at that still-youthful and pretty face, pinched his nose, and didn’t continue the topic.

Shu Jingcheng and Shu Lingxiao knew about that large fortune, but they had never reminded Shu Lin, because they cherished him because of his young age and wanted him to live a few more years in the way he liked.

He is young.

Okay, let him play for a few more years, at least until he graduates from college.

In the blink of an eye, it was New Year’s Eve.

For the first time, Shu Lin formally appeared at the Shao family’s New Year’s Eve banquet as Shao Chengxi’s Omega.

The night before New Year’s Eve, there was a light snowfall, a good omen.

On New Year’s Eve, the Shao family’s South Mountain villa area was decorated with lanterns and colors, filled with a festive atmosphere everywhere.

The thirty or forty members of the Shao family gathered together to welcome the arrival of the new year.

Shu Lin’s appearance still drew frequent glances from the crowd.

Mainly because his appearance was too eye-catching.

Today, he was wearing a well-tailored red suit, which made him look even more delicate and handsome, and his whole body exuded joy, very appropriate for the occasion.

His hair had been carefully styled, and the bangs on his forehead were slightly curled, making him look both elegant and youthful.

Shao Chengxi accompanied him, dressed in a black suit, with a powerful and steady aura.

The two stood together, like a perfect couple, very pleasing to the eye.

After the New Year’s Eve family banquet began, Shao Tingrui sat in the main seat as usual, glanced at everyone, frowned slightly, and asked, “Why hasn’t Yuanheng come? Today is New Year’s Eve. How can he, as the eldest son, be absent from such an important day?”

As soon as these words came out, Shu Lin unconsciously looked at Shao Chengxi.

Shao Chengxi felt his gaze and turned to give him a comforting look.

Shu Lin smiled at him.

A brilliant smile.

At this moment, a voice rang out.

“As for why Yuanheng is absent from the family banquet on New Year’s Eve, I think Chengxi should know.”