Ye Fan squinted, his eyes fixed on Shen Shiyun. He hadn't expected this woman to remain so calm in such a situation.
He had underestimated her previously, and it seemed he needed to settle things with her as soon as possible.
He had to resolve this hidden danger quickly; otherwise, if she found an opportunity, he and Shen Tianyin would be in danger.
In the bedroom, Elder Shen lay peacefully on the bed, his face pale and devoid of any vitality.
But he was not thin; his cheeks even had some excess flesh.
Shen Tianyin rushed to her grandfather's side, dropping beside the Elder and grabbing his hand, sobbing uncontrollably.
"Grandfather, what's wrong? Wake up quickly, it's Tianyin."
"Your granddaughter is unfilial. When you needed me most, I wasn't by your side."
"Grandfather, I beg you, open your eyes and look at me. In this world, you are my only close relative. You can't abandon me."
Trembling violently, Shen Tianyin poured out her true feelings for her grandfather.
Hearing his sister's heart-wrenching cries, Shen Bao wiped away his tears and quickly walked over, kneeling beside his sister at the Elder's bedside.
Although his feelings for the Elder were not as deep as Shen Tianyin's, he had kept the Elder's earnest teachings in his heart over the years.
He had hoped that Shen Bao would achieve great things and pave a bright future for the Shen family.
The Elder had dedicated his entire life to fighting for the family.
Seeing the brother and sister crying so sorrowfully, some Shen family members who still had a conscience also shed tears.
Shen Shiyun then walked over slowly, holding a document.
"In his dying moments, Grandfather sent for me and Steward Liu. He personally signed his will and instructed me to open it in front of everyone. Now that everyone is here, I will read it aloud."
With that, Shen Shiyun opened the document, which was indeed a will.
"After my death, Shen Shiyun will succeed as the head of the family. Everyone should respect her as they respect me. Only Shen Shiyun can lead the family to glory. If anyone disobeys, they are not of my Shen family and shall be struck down by gods and men."
With only a few sentences, the instructions were crystal clear.
"Grandfather, how can your granddaughter bear such a heavy responsibility? You worked hard your entire life, only to pass this burden to your granddaughter. How can I bear it?"
Shen Shiyun immediately burst into tears, but her demeanor was incredibly fake.
"Shen Shiyun, stop your crocodile tears. Let me ask you, when was this will made? Is there anyone to prove it?"
Shen Bao stood up in a rage, pointing at Shen Shiyun, and questioned her sternly.
"Second Brother, what do you mean by that?"
Shen Shiyun feigned a pitiable expression, looking at Shen Bao, even her eyebrows seeming to be tinged with sorrow.
"Hmph, you know exactly what I mean. The contents of this will cannot possibly be true. How can the future of my Shen family be entrusted to someone as venomous as a snake and as ferocious as a jackal?"
Shen Bao's words had completely exposed his animosity towards Shen Shiyun.
With things having reached this point, he could no longer hold back. No matter what, he absolutely could not let Shen Shiyun take control of the family.
Previously, out of kinship and for the sake of family unity, he had always remained silent. But now, at such a critical juncture, if he didn't step forward, the Shen family would be ruined.
"Second Brother, how can you speak of me like that? I know you and my younger sister have always been close, but we are siblings too. This will was made by Grandfather, and Steward Liu can testify. Although I know I might not be capable of being the head of the family, this is also Grandfather's last hope. Even if Second Brother wants to fight for the family inheritance for my sister, you shouldn't humiliate me like this."
Shen Shiyun wept profusely, but her words carried a strong resilience.
This scene, witnessed by the Shen family members, was perceived as Shen Bao deliberately making things difficult for Shen Shiyun to fight for power and property for Shen Tianyin.
"Shen Shiyun, you, you are despicable and shameless."
Shen Bao trembled with anger, but in terms of sophistry, ten of him would not be a match for Shen Shiyun.
"Second Young Master, you are a scion of our Shen family. The Elder's will is very clear, yet you deliberately make things difficult for the Eldest Young Lady. Do you no longer wish to be a member of the Shen family?"
The Shen family members who supported Shen Shiyun jumped out again, reprimanding Shen Bao sternly.
Seeing Shen Bao and Shen Tianyin about to become the target of public criticism again, Ye Fan shook his head helplessly.
These siblings indeed did not have good public relations within the Shen family.
However, this was related to their inability to win people over. Compared to Shen Shiyun, they were far too lacking in this regard.
Clearing his throat, Ye Fan walked over slowly.
"Young Master Shen, Miss Shen, whether this will is genuine or not, I believe Grandfather will be able to verify it once he wakes up."
Ye Fan's words caused everyone to freeze again, and then Shen Shiyun's face was filled with rage.
"Ye Fan, I treated you as a guest of our Shen family and was polite to you on several occasions, but you are so rude. My grandfather is critically ill, how can he possibly wake up? You are clearly trying to cause trouble in my Shen family. Do you think our Shen family has no one?"
Shen Shiyun was furious. Ye Fan's words made her panic.
If the Elder were to really wake up, then all her previous efforts would be in vain. She absolutely could not let such a thing happen.
Hearing Shen Shiyun's words, two men in black quickly stepped forward. Seeing Shen Shiyun signal them, the two understood and moved to seize Ye Fan.
But at this moment, Shen Bao roared, "Guards, surround this place immediately! No one is allowed to move without authorization, or they will be killed on the spot."
Following Shen Bao's command, dozens of law enforcement officers, armed with weapons, rushed in. The dark muzzles of their guns were pointed at everyone, as if ready to fire if anyone dared to move.
Over the years, as the captain of the law enforcement team, Shen Bao had been righteous, especially towards his subordinates, sharing their meals and living arrangements without putting on airs. Every single one of these men had received his help.
Therefore, they followed Shen Bao with unwavering loyalty.
"Shen Bao, what are you doing? Are you trying to betray the family?"
Steward Liu said furiously, glaring at Shen Bao. As the old steward of the Shen family, who had served the Elder his entire life, Steward Liu held a pivotal position in the Shen family, often acting as the Elder's spokesperson.
"Who is betraying the family will be known when Grandfather wakes up. But until then, if anyone dares to move rashly, don't blame me for being impolite."
Saying this, Shen Bao looked at Ye Fan, his eyes filled with inquiry.
Ye Fan smiled and nodded, then said, "I know a divine doctor who specializes in difficult and complicated diseases and can cure all illnesses. As long as this person is here, I believe Elder Shen will definitely be able to wake up."
With that, Ye Fan took out his phone and called Divine Doctor Hao.