Love is a mistake that cannot be escaped

"Yichen! Yichen!"

I gripped Gu Yichen's hand tightly; his fingertips were icy cold, and my heart felt as if it had plummeted to the bottom along with his voice.

We rushed to the hospital as quickly as possible. The smell of disinfectant and pungent medicine mixed together, making the already oppressive air even more suffocating.

The lights in the intensive care unit shone coldly, as if relentlessly proclaiming something.

"Doctor, how is my brother?"

Gu Yichen's voice was terribly hoarse, and his usual composure and self-control had completely vanished.

The doctor removed his mask, his expression grave. "Mr. Gu, Mrs. Gu, we've done everything we could, but this time the patient..."

My vision blurred. Gu Yichen, that child who was frail and sickly since childhood but always optimistic and strong, was he really going to leave us like this?

Over the years, he has actively cooperated with treatment, studied hard, and joined the "Light of Hope" Foundation, using his own strength to help more people in need.

He was trying so hard to live, and he still had so many dreams that hadn't come true...

Time seemed to stand still; the corridor was eerily quiet, with only the ticking of the instruments echoing in the air.

After an unknown amount of time, the door to the intensive care unit finally opened, and a nurse pushed out a hospital bed. Gu Yichen lay on it, pale-faced, with various tubes inserted into his body.

“逸晨！”

I rushed forward, and tears welled up in my eyes.

Gu Yichen held my hand tightly; his palms were sweaty, and I could feel his sadness and helplessness.

"Don't worry, Yan Yan, Yi Chen will get better."

Gu Yichen's voice was soft, yet it carried a firm tone.

Yes, we cannot give up. For Yichen's sake, and for our own sake, we must persevere and keep going.

As the days went by, Gu Yichen's condition gradually stabilized. Although he still needed a long period of treatment and recuperation, a long-lost smile returned to his face.

And we can finally catch our breath from that sudden storm and begin to deal with the long-pending issues.

Over the years, the company has developed steadily under the leadership of Gu Yichen, and the fourth generation of the Gu family has gradually grown up.

Gu Nian and Gu An, those adorable kids back then, have now become leaders in their respective fields.

Gu Nian inherited Gu Yichen's business acumen and demonstrated remarkable talent in the field of financial investment, while Gu An chose the path of scientific research, leading his team to overcome one technical challenge after another. Their achievements have further solidified the Gu family's position in the industry.

Yichen and I watched the children grow up day by day and become independent, and we felt an indescribable sense of joy.

However, we know that the inheritance of a family is not just about the accumulation of material wealth, but more importantly, the continuation of its spirit.

Therefore, we decided to start training the next generation of family members and pass on the experience and values ​​we have accumulated over the years to them.

"Children, I've gathered you all here today to talk about the future of our family."

On a sunny afternoon, we gathered the third generation of the Gu family, namely Gu Nian and Gu An, at the old house.

The children are in the prime of their youth, their faces brimming with youthful vigor. Looking at them, I feel as if I am seeing the shadows of Yichen and me back then.

“You are all capable of standing on your own now. Some of you are taking on major responsibilities in the company, while others are making a name for themselves in the field of scientific research. I am very pleased.”

I looked at them, my tone gentle yet solemn, “But the future of the family requires each of you to shoulder the responsibility and carry on the Gu family’s ancestral motto of ‘integrity, innovation, and responsibility’.”

Yichen continued, "Your fathers, uncles, and I all learned and grew through practice, experiencing many trials and tribulations, and taking many detours. Therefore, we want to pass on these experiences and lessons to you to help you avoid detours and grow up faster."

The children listened attentively, and I knew they understood the good intentions of Yichen and me.

To help them learn and master the skills, we have developed a series of training programs, including regularly holding family-run seminars and inviting industry elites to share their experiences; organizing internships at the company's grassroots level to help them understand the company's operational processes; and arranging some outdoor training to cultivate their teamwork and leadership skills.

The children were enthusiastic about these training courses, actively participated, and dared to take on the challenges.

I saw Gu Nian calmly and rationally analyze the market situation in a simulated investment competition and ultimately win first place; I also saw Gu An lead his team to overcome technical difficulties and successfully develop a new type of environmentally friendly material.

Their progress and growth fill us with immense joy and pride.

Of course, we also encountered some challenges in the process of training them.

Some children feel that the family's rules and regulations restrict their free development; others are not interested in the family business and want to pursue their own dreams.

Faced with these problems, Yichen and I did not take a coercive approach, but instead chose to respect their choices and encourage them to bravely pursue their dreams.

We believe that as long as they hold dreams and responsibilities in their hearts, they can live a wonderful life in any field.

Time flies. In the blink of an eye, Yichen and I have both grown old.

But seeing our children shine in their respective fields makes us elders feel sweeter than if we'd eaten honey.

Gu Nian inherited his father's business acumen, running the company with great success and actively expanding into overseas markets, further broadening the Gu family's business empire.

Gu Anze has made groundbreaking progress in the field of scientific research. His environmentally friendly materials have gained international recognition and made a great contribution to the cause of environmental protection.

The achievements of our children have made us realize that it is time to pass on the story of Gujia.

Therefore, we asked someone to compile the history of the Gu family's struggles over several generations into a book, which we named "Gu Family Instructions".

This family motto not only records the development of the Gu family from its early days to the present, but also includes my story with Yichen, as well as our understanding and expectations for family succession.

The Gu Family Instructions caused a strong reaction within the family as soon as they were published.

The children read attentively, discussed with each other, and drew experience and strength from it.

Gu Nian said, "I only knew that my grandparents were very capable before. After reading the family motto, I realized that they had also experienced so many difficulties and setbacks, but they never gave up. This spirit is worth learning from."

Gu An also said, "The family motto made me realize that the success of the family is not accidental, but the result of the accumulation and inheritance of several generations. I want to be like my grandparents, to bring honor to the family and make contributions to society."

The Gu Family Precepts not only became the spiritual pillar of the Gu family, but also gradually spread to the family business and partners, and even influenced the atmosphere of the entire industry.

More and more companies are beginning to value corporate culture and focus on shaping employees' values, thus creating a positive social atmosphere.

Yichen and I watched all this with a sense of satisfaction. We knew that the Gu family was not just a clan, but also a symbol of spirit and a commitment to responsibility.

We will continue to work hard to carry on this spirit and make greater contributions to society.

As the children grow up day by day, Yichen and I gradually begin to let go and allow them to participate more in family affairs.

What makes Yichen and me feel gratified is that the children have not only inherited the Gu family's business acumen, but more importantly, they have their own unique way of thinking and innovative spirit.

I remember once at a family meeting, Gu Nian proposed venturing into the then-nascent metaverse field and using virtual reality technology to create a brand-new business platform. This proposal was initially opposed by some of the older members of the family, who thought the idea was too advanced and too risky.

"Grandma, times are changing and technology is advancing. We cannot be complacent; we must dare to try and dare to innovate."

Gu Nian said firmly, "I believe that the metaverse will be the next big thing, and we must seize this opportunity."

Looking at the light shining in Gu Nian's eyes, I seemed to see the shadow of Yi Chen when he started his business, with the same ambition and passion.

Ultimately, Yichen and I overruled the objections and supported Gu Nian's idea. As it turned out, Gu Nian's decision was correct; the Metaverse project was a huge success, opening up new business opportunities for the Gu family.

We are incredibly pleased with the outstanding abilities our children have demonstrated in family affairs, and this gives us great confidence in the future of our family.

As usual, we held a family gathering over the weekend, and the children were all together, creating a lively and joyful atmosphere.

Looking at the youthful faces before us, Yichen and I smiled at each other, our hearts filled with happiness and contentment.

"Children, seeing how outstanding you are today makes your grandfather and I incredibly proud."

I raised my glass, my voice choked with emotion, “The Gu family’s achievements today are inseparable from your hard work and dedication, and even more so from your love for and commitment to the family.”

"Grandma, don't worry, we will definitely keep the family's teachings in mind and strive to carry forward the Gu family's glory!"

Gu Nian spoke on behalf of everyone, his eyes shining with determination.

"Good children, good children..." Yichen and I looked at the children with excitement, our hearts filled with hope.

However, at that moment, the butler hurried over and whispered a few words in his ear, and the butler's face turned very ugly.

"what happened?"

I sensed something was wrong and quickly asked.

The butler hesitated for a moment, glanced at the children around him, and then stopped himself from speaking...