After seven years of being a "simp," she's reborn and no longer pursuing the aloof sc

Chapter 122

I lowered my head, my gaze fixed on my stomach. Although it wasn't visible yet, winter was approaching, and I could wear thicker clothes.

But secrets can't stay hidden forever. My belly is getting bigger every day, and I don't know what I'll do if Gu Jinhuai finds out.

Forget it, I'll just have to find another opportunity to have an abortion; I can't wait any longer.

I hesitated, and only when the car stopped did I realize that this was the Gu family's old house.

I looked at Gu Jinhuai in confusion, but he simply pulled me out of the car and led me into the living room.

Mrs. Gu was sitting on the sofa in the middle of the living room. Mr. Gu was not there, and the surroundings were quiet, with no servants around either.

When Madam Gu's sharp gaze swept over me, I instinctively wanted to back away. It was an instinctive reaction, even though I didn't want to. But after being exploited for so many years in my previous life, my body's instinctive reaction couldn't lie to anyone.

Soon, Gu Jinhuai noticed that something was wrong with me. I was radiating fear and apprehension, my face was pale, and even the hand I was holding was losing its warmth.

"Don't be afraid."

Gu Jinhuai patted me gently on the back, pulled me to sit on the sofa next to him, held my hand with one hand and put his other arm around my waist.

The movement was gentle; large, warm hands protected my lower back, which was actually a form of protection.

I didn't realize it; my thoughts were in disarray, and I was filled with the memories of how Madam Gu had belittled me in my past life.

"Who gave you permission to bring her in? Don't you think the Gu family is shameful enough already?"

"Gu Jinhuai, you're doing this to get revenge on me. Last time, I invited celebrities from Beijing's elite circles to my birthday party, but you brought her to ruin the event. It seems you haven't learned your lesson from last time."

As soon as Madam Gu spoke, the butler frowned slightly and looked at Gu Jinhuai, signaling him to admit his mistake. However, Gu Jinhuai seemed not to hear him, continuing to play with my fingers with his eyes lowered, looking indifferent.

"Oh, you! I've raised a thankless wretch. I've put all my heart and soul into you since you were little, and this is how you repay me? I'm your mother, and the entire Gu family business will be yours in the future. Is this how you treat your elders? You're going to drive me crazy. You really are an ungrateful wretch."

Faced with Madam Gu's continuous insults, Gu Jinhuai remained silent until the very last sentence he uttered. I could clearly sense a change in Gu Jinhuai's aura at that moment.

His dark, deep eyes gradually turned sharp, and the aura he exuded became even colder. Although the living room was warm, it now felt a bit cold, chilly.

I didn't want to get involved in their family affairs, but Madam Gu's insults continued. I looked at Gu Jinhuai without saying a word, and just as I was about to speak, the man gently patted my shoulder.

"obedient."

Gu Jinhuai's voice was gentle, as if it had a soothing magic, and my irritable heart calmed down in the next second.

Gu Jinhuai stared at the woman sitting directly in front of him, his eyes showing no emotion whatsoever, nor any anger at being insulted.

Even Madam Gu felt a little unfamiliar and somewhat frightened upon seeing those eyes.

"You've finished speaking."

The man spoke only four words in a cold tone, yet they carried an endless chill that was frightening.

"you……"

Madam Gu realized the last thing she had said, and her face turned pale instantly.

I was completely baffled, and I had a feeling that something was subtly changing between the two of them.

"Mrs. Gu, all these years, ask yourself honestly, have you fulfilled your responsibilities as a mother?"

Gu Jinhuai's tone was calm, yet it carried a tremendous killing power.

Madam Gu's face paled, and she spoke weakly, "You..."

Just then, the doorbell rang, and Mr. Gu rushed in, dressed in a suit and tie, smelling of smoke and alcohol, indicating that he had just come back from work.

"What are you doing?"

The father's authoritative voice rang out.

He glanced around, then fixed his gaze on me, giving me a long look before finally fixing it on Madam Gu. His tone instantly softened: "What's wrong now?"

"Isn't he the good son you raised?"

Madam Gu shook off her father's hand and glared angrily at Gu Jinhuai.

Old Master Gu's face immediately hardened as he looked at Gu Jinhuai: "Quickly, apologize to your mother. She's only doing this for your own good."

Gu Jinhuai merely gave Old Master Gu a cool glance, but after that glance, the surrounding temperature seemed to drop even lower.

I looked at Gu Jinhuai and thought to myself: This is a good thing, an automatic freezer.

Seeing Gu Jinhuai being bullied by two people, I inexplicably felt sorry for him, but what does it have to do with me?

I remained silent, observing the situation with a "watch the show" attitude, but unexpectedly, my anger still reached me.

“Look at your son, how infatuated he is with this woman. He used to listen to me for a moment, but now he just lets it go in one ear and out the other.”

Madam Gu's tone was somewhat coquettish as she complained, and I found it inexplicably funny to listen to her words.

"Get her out of here right now! This is my Gu family home, and our surname is Gu."

I noticed Madam Gu's angry gaze, a cold smile flashed in my eyes, and I took the initiative to reach out and link arms with Gu Jinhuai, leaning my head against his shoulder.

Gu Jinhuai, who was deep in thought, noticed my approach and suddenly stopped.

“I told you a long time ago I wasn’t coming, but you insisted on making me come. Look what you’ve done to your mother. She’s going to hit you again in a minute.”

I was in the mood for watching the drama unfold.

Even harsher words were still on my lips, but considering the Gu family's status, I couldn't act impulsively or seek the quickest solution.

"Be good, don't be afraid."

Gu Jinhuai slowly reached out and gently patted my head to comfort me, then his gaze slowly fell on the two people opposite him.

Ignoring his father's constant winks, Gu Jinhuai's words surprised everyone present, including me.

"Mrs. Gu, you've frightened her."

His words were forceful and surprising to everyone. The surroundings fell silent. Madam Gu couldn't hold back any longer and was about to reprimand him and ask for family discipline, but was stopped by Master Gu.

"You brat, how dare you talk to your mother like that?"

Gu Jinhuai watched the two of them singing and responding to each other, finding it amusing, yet a hint of disappointment inexplicably appeared in his eyes.

I was sitting next to him and quickly noticed it, but by the time I wanted to check it again, the feeling had disappeared.

"If you called me back just to be lectured, then I'm sorry, I don't have time."

Gu Jinhuai made a move to pull me away, but soon, a different emotion flashed in Madam Gu's eyes. She put away her angry expression and said with her neck stiff, "Sit down."

Gu Jinhuai slowly sat down, crossed his legs, played with my fingers with one hand, and massaged my waist with the other.

I felt a large hand on my lower back, which relieved the soreness from sitting for so long. I glanced at the man, Gu Jinhuai, who smiled at me, but when his gaze fell on Madam Gu opposite him, the smile vanished, and his gentle eyes gradually turned cold.

"explain."

The voice was so cold it sent chills down your spine.

Madam Gu's familiar gaze swept over us, finally settling on Gu Jinhuai. Her expression was serious, and her tone forceful: "Zhou Nanzhi, since you're here today, I'll say some things directly to your face."

"If you want to marry into a wealthy family, then have a child and promise that the Gu family will have custody of the child. You won't have to worry about the child's education in the future; I will take care of everything."

Hearing Mrs. Gu's tough attitude, I couldn't help but laugh out of anger.

"Want to leave the mother and child?"

Although I was smiling, my crescent-shaped eyes were filled with endless mockery.

"What's with that expression? I don't object to you dating Gu Jinhuai, but the condition is that your first child must belong to me."

"Jinhuai, try to persuade her."

Madam Gu's gaze fell on Gu Jinhuai, carrying a commanding tone.

"No need to persuade."

I ignored Gu Jinhuai and focused my attention on Madam Gu. My mind raced, and I quickly figured out her purpose.

He laid his cards on the table: "You just think Gu Jinhuai is too grown up to be controlled, so you want to cultivate the next generation."

"Children are innocent and pure. You can make them do whatever you want. Even when they grow up, they will never escape your control. No matter what you do in the future, the control of the Gu family will still be in your hands."

My words were frank and direct, and Gu Jinhuai and Old Master Gu both looked at me, before turning their gazes to Madam Gu.

When her little scheme was exposed, Madam Gu showed no shame whatsoever, acting as if it were perfectly normal.

"So what? You seduced my son, and I want your child. Is that wrong?"

"Wrong, completely wrong. If you want to give birth yourself, then do it. With today's advanced medicine, we can satisfy any desire you have."

I retorted sharply, silencing Madam Gu from saying anything more.

Everyone was stunned by my words, even Gu Jinhuai, who was standing next to me, couldn't help but smile.

“Listen to what she’s saying. I’m so old, why would I have a baby? And you’re a medical student.”

Madam Gu gave a mocking laugh and continued her sarcastic remarks.

I listened to her sarcasm without being moved: "That's because you're out of touch. Medicine is so advanced now. They even have fertilization abroad. As long as you pay the right amount, you can have any kind of gene you want."