Love is a mistake that cannot be escaped

The butler took a deep breath and lowered his voice, saying, "Madam, Lin Jiaojiao... she has a child with her, claiming it's the young master's, and she's making a scene at the door demanding to see him..."

My heart skipped a beat, and a chill instantly ran through my body. Lin Jiaojiao?

How did she find this place?

And with a child?

"Mom, what's wrong?"

Gu Nian, who was sitting next to me, noticed my unusual behavior and asked with concern.

I forced a smile and said, "It's nothing, just a small matter. The housekeeper can handle it. Let's continue eating."

However, before I could finish speaking, I heard a commotion at the door, and a shrill female voice shattered the warm atmosphere.

"Gu Yichen! Come out here! Don't think you can get away with hiding from me! This is your son, you have to acknowledge him whether you like it or not!"

I stood up abruptly, and Gu Nian followed suit, looking at me with a worried expression. "Mom, what happened?"

I took a deep breath, trying to stay calm. "It's okay, I'll go check it out."

I hurried to the door and saw Lin Jiaojiao dressed in cheap clothes, her hair disheveled, her makeup ruined, holding a two- or three-year-old child, arguing with the housekeeper.

"I told you, this is Gu Yichen's son. Make him come out and see me! I want him to take responsibility!"

Lin Jiaojiao's voice was sharp and shrill, attracting a crowd of servants.

"Ms. Lin, please calm down. We can talk things over, but you can't force your way in."

The housekeeper tried to persuade her patiently, but Lin Jiaojiao wouldn't listen at all.

"Talk nicely? What's there to talk about between us? He got me pregnant, then just walked away. Now I've come to your door with the child, and he won't even see me. Is this how the Gu family treats its guests?"

I couldn't listen anymore, so I pushed through the crowd and walked out. "Lin Jiaojiao, haven't you made enough of a scene?"

When Lin Jiaojiao saw me, a hint of resentment flashed in her eyes, but she quickly put on a pitiful expression.

“Fu Yan, you’ve finally come out. Look, this is my and Yi Chen’s child. Let him come out and see his son.”

I looked at her coldly without saying anything.

The child is innocent, but I don't believe a single word Lin Jiaojiao said.

"Lin Jiaojiao, you don't need to act anymore. You know in your heart whether the child is Yichen's or not."

Lin Jiaojiao's face stiffened for a moment, then she resumed her pitiful expression. "Fu Yan, I know you still blame me for what I did back then, but the child is innocent. Please, for the sake of how young he is, let Yichen come out and see him, even just for a glance."

I watched her hypocritical performance and sneered inwardly. Did she think I was still the Fu Yan who could be easily manipulated by her?

"Lin Jiaojiao, you don't need to pretend anymore. Just say what you want to do."

Seeing my resolute tone, she stopped pretending and a hint of ruthlessness flashed in her eyes. "Fine, since you've put it this way, I'll be blunt. I want to join the Gu family, I want to be Mrs. Gu!"

I laughed in anger at her words. "You? You think you're worthy?"

"Why am I not worthy? I'm carrying the eldest grandson of the Gu family. If I give the order, all the major media outlets will rush to report on this, and the Gu family's reputation will be ruined. Guess what Old Master Gu will choose?"

Lin Jiaojiao looked at me smugly, as if she could already see me kneeling down and begging for mercy.

I took a deep breath and suppressed my anger. Lin Jiaojiao was right. If this matter were really exposed by the media, it would be a devastating blow to the Gu family's reputation.

"What do you want?" I asked coldly.

"I want you to leave Yichen, I want you to leave with nothing, I want you to disappear from his world forever!"

Lin Jiaojiao spoke each word carefully, her eyes filled with malice.

As I watched her frantic state, a wave of sorrow suddenly washed over me. She used to be an innocent and carefree girl. What had turned her into this inhuman, ghostly figure?

"Lin Jiaojiao, look at yourself now! You're nothing like you used to be! You've turned yourself into a madwoman for a man. Was it worth it?"

I looked at her, my tone tinged with pity.

Lin Jiaojiao was stunned for a moment, then, as if struck on a sore spot, she roared hysterically, "What right do you have to talk to me like that? Who do you think you are? You're nothing but a cheap woman who climbed up the social ladder by relying on men! What right do you have to lecture me here?"

I sighed helplessly. Lin Jiaojiao was completely blinded by hatred, and talking to her any further would only be a waste of breath.

"Do whatever you want, I'll play along."

After saying that, I turned and left, ignoring Lin Jiaojiao's shouts behind me.

As the days went by, Gu Yichen and I devoted ourselves to our work, and under our leadership, the Gu Group flourished.

We have not only successfully expanded into international markets, but also invested in many cutting-edge technology projects, attracting a large number of outstanding talents.

Our twins are growing up. Our daughter is smart and clever, like a little princess, and is the center of attention wherever she goes. Our son is calm and reserved, and has shown amazing business talent at a young age.

They not only inherited the excellent genes of me and Gu Yichen, but also became good children with excellent character and academic performance under our careful guidance.

In our spare time, Gu Yichen and I also take the children to participate in various charity events, doing our best to help those in need. Looking at the children's innocent smiles, I feel incredibly gratified. I believe that, nurtured by love and hope, they will surely become useful members of society.

On a starlit night, Gu Yichen and I stood on the villa balcony, overlooking the brightly lit city, our hearts filled with emotion.

Over the years, we have experienced many ups and downs, but we have always supported each other and come this far together.

"Yichen, do you think we can continue to be as happy as we are now?"

I nestled in Gu Yichen's arms and asked softly.

Gu Yichen looked down at me, his eyes full of doting affection. "Yes, we will definitely be happy forever."

I looked up, about to say something, when I suddenly heard a commotion downstairs. It seemed to be the children's nanny arguing with someone.

"What's wrong?" I asked confusedly.

"I'll go take a look," Gu Yichen said, turning and going downstairs.

I stood on the balcony, watching Gu Yichen's figure disappear at the top of the stairs, and a feeling of unease suddenly welled up in my heart.