I Am the Villain Who Plunders Everything From the Protagonist - Chapter 8:

Chapter 8: I Will Never Regret It

Shen Huaishan sat beside his son with a stern face and said, “Now, the entire capital knows our two families are about to form a marriage alliance. Yet you back out. Do you realize you’re not only slapping your own face but also ours?”

Shen Yan replied calmly and unhurriedly, “If I marry a woman with questionable conduct, won’t it be even more humiliating when something happens in the future?”

Hearing this, Shen Huaishan paused for a moment, then nodded. No joke—there was no way Shen Yan would marry Huo Yunzhi.

In the original plot, Shen Yan and Huo Yunzhi’s wedding was only days away. But during that short period, Lin Yu and Huo Yunzhi got together, then framed Shen Yan, and finally had Huo Shenghan step in to cancel the engagement.

All of that in just a few days. Which raised the question—how long had Huo Yunzhi and Lin Yu known each other before getting together?

Their development moved way too fast. If Shen Yan hadn’t driven Lin Yu away at the banquet two days ago, or if he hadn’t shown up at the bar today, Huo Yunzhi and Lin Yu would probably already be rolling in bed at a hotel.

Besides, in the original novel, Shen Yan was indeed framed by Lin Yu. That was certain.

But as for whether the Huo grandfather and granddaughter pair were involved? There was no way anyone would believe they weren’t.

At this moment, Huo Shenghan once again said to Huo Yunzhi, “Xiao Zhi, Shen Yan’s character and talent are both outstanding, and he’s deeply devoted to you. He’s definitely your perfect match.”

“How could Grandpa ever hurt you? Shen Yan is the best choice you have!”

Huo Yunzhi frowned slightly and said, “Grandpa, didn’t you hear just now? I said I don’t want to!”

“Hmph!” Huo Shenghan’s face turned dark as he shouted.

Smack!

Shen Yan’s brow twitched as he watched Old Master Huo slap her hard. Huo Yunzhi’s delicate face immediately swelled slightly.

“Shut your mouth!” Old Master Huo scolded. “Marriage alliances are major affairs. It’s already been settled. How can you act like a child and throw a tantrum?”

Tears welled up in Huo Yunzhi’s eyes. She looked pitiful, as if someone were forcing her into submission.

Even Shen Yan couldn’t keep watching. The atmosphere was locked in a deadlock.

“Old Master Huo,” Shen Yan finally stepped forward and said calmly, “Since there’s no one else here, I’ll be honest. Huo Yunzhi and I aren’t suitable for each other.”

Huo Shenghan clearly didn’t believe it. He replied in a deep voice, “Don’t say nonsense, Yan. I’ve seen with my own eyes how much you care about Xiao Zhi.”

After a pause, he added, “All these years, Xiao Zhi’s been willful, and I know it’s worn you out. Grandpa promises you, from now on, she won’t be that way again.”

Shen Yan shook his head, “No. I want to cancel the engagement immediately.”

Huo Shenghan fell silent for a long moment before saying, “You’re supposed to spend your lives together. Feelings will naturally grow over time.”

“Shen Yan, tell me honestly—did Xiao Zhi force you to cancel the engagement?”

Huo Yunzhi immediately covered her face and shouted, “I didn’t!”

“Shut up! I wasn’t talking to you!”

“Why don’t you understand? I’ve watched Shen Yan grow up. His character, manners, and upbringing are all first-class. Compared to those shady men, Shen Yan would treat you well for a lifetime!” Huo Shenghan slammed the table, furious.

Shen Yan actually agreed with that in his heart. If the original Shen Yan were still alive and truly married Huo Yunzhi, he would’ve spoiled her beyond reason.

Then, Huo Shenghan looked kindly at Shen Yan. “Tell the truth. Grandpa will support you.”

Huo Yunzhi stood aside, head lowered, gently biting her lip, speechless.

Finally, Shen Yan said seriously, “I want to break off the engagement.”

A jinx like her—whoever wants her can have her. Shen Yan didn’t want her anymore.

Old Master Huo was clearly stunned. He hadn’t expected Shen Yan to actually say it.

“Old Master Huo, please agree to cancel the engagement. I’m the one who changed my mind—it has nothing to do with her.”

At that moment, Huo Yunzhi couldn’t help but turn to look at him. The man slightly raised his head. Under the backlight, his side profile was sharp and handsome, his eyes clear and resolute.

[Ding! Luck points +500]

Suddenly, a system notification rang in Shen Yan’s ear.

At this point, Shen Yan had already stood up and walked toward the grandfather and granddaughter. His tone was calm, his voice cool, “Old Master Huo, the decision to break off the engagement between Miss Huo and me is something we’ve both thought through.”

“Since she doesn’t like me and I don’t like her, there’s no need to force it. Instead of both being miserable, isn’t it better to find a way for us both to be happy?”

Hearing this, Huo Yunzhi couldn’t help but glance at him again.

Old Master Huo frowned, “Xiao Yan, is that really how you feel?”

“It is,” Shen Yan answered with absolute sincerity.

I don’t want to die, and I don’t want to have rotten luck. The sooner that jinx of a granddaughter of yours gets away from me, the better.

After speaking, Shen Yan looked toward his father.

Seeing his son’s expression, Shen Huaishan stepped forward and said, “Chairman Huo, I respect my child’s decision.”

To be honest, over the years, he had seen clearly how much his son had done for Huo Yunzhi.

It had always been Shen Yan giving everything, while Huo Yunzhi never cared at all. No matter how good or beautiful she was, Shen Huaishan had started to feel resentment. He no longer believed Huo Yunzhi was suitable to be his daughter-in-law.

So now, it was better that his son said he didn’t like her anymore.

Huo Yunzhi’s eyes were red. This was the first time she had ever gone against her grandfather. But she had no regrets. “I really don’t want to get married so soon, Grandpa. Please just let me be willful this once.”

Huo Shenghan looked at her with disbelief on his wrinkled face. His back slowly hunched, and in the end, he sighed, “I never thought you’d say something like this to me.”

“Grandpa, I’m sorry,” Huo Yunzhi said, full of remorse. She shouldn’t have spoken that way. She had hurt the one she respected most.

“Enough,” Huo Shenghan shook his head, “As long as you’re sure you won’t regret it in the future.”

“Grandpa, I know I was wrong.” Huo Yunzhi lowered herself with extreme humility. “Punish me as you wish, but for the sake of my future happiness, please cancel the engagement.”

“I’m warning you, with this decision today, if you regret it later, there won’t be another chance,” Huo Shenghan reminded her once more.

“I will never regret it,” Huo Yunzhi said with firm resolve.

“Old Master Huo, perhaps I did like Miss Huo once, but I’ve changed my mind. That feeling was more the result of pressure from both our families. That’s not love. Since she feels nothing for me and I don’t love her either, even if we force ourselves to marry, what’s the point of sharing a bed with different dreams? This kind of alliance will only harm both families in the long run. It’ll do more harm than good,” Shen Yan said steadily.

At this moment, Huo Yunzhi’s gaze was completely fixed on Shen Yan. For a moment, she seemed dazed.

Shen Yan… was this really how he felt?

These words were entirely from Shen Yan’s heart. Even if Lin Yu didn’t exist, Shen Yan wouldn’t degrade himself into being a lapdog, fawning over a woman who didn’t care for him.

If he was going to do anything—he’d be the kind of man women fawned over!

[Ding! Luck points +500] 

Another prompt rang in Shen Yan’s ear.

Hearing all this, Huo Shenghan continued to frown and remained silent.