Love is a mistake that cannot be escaped

"Yichen, you must get better. We still need to go save Aunt Du together, and we still need to realize our dreams together..."

I held his hand, whispering softly, tears silently streaming down my face.

The little boy's small body trembled. He gripped my hand tightly, his big eyes filled with fear, but he was sensible enough not to cry or make a fuss.

I suppressed a sob in my throat and gently patted his back, offering silent comfort.

Damn it, why is he here! "What are you doing here?" I asked coldly, my tone full of vigilance and hostility.

The person who came was Lu Mingxuan, who used to take care of me like an older brother, but after I confessed my feelings, our relationship became complicated.

A cryptic smile played on his lips as he walked towards me.

"Let me see, my dear little brother, and..." He paused, his gaze falling on the adorable child beside me, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes, "...my dear nephew."

I instinctively shielded the little boy behind me, watching him warily.

"Don't worry, I won't hurt him. After all, he has the blood of the Lu family in his veins."

Lu Mingxuan's tone was laced with sarcasm, which made me furious, but I knew this was not the time to argue with him.

He walked to the bedside, looked at the unconscious Gu Yichen, and said with a complicated and unreadable expression, "Don't worry, he won't die. My good brother is very tough."

I didn't know if he was being sincere or not; I just felt a wave of sorrow wash over me. "What exactly do you want?"

Lu Mingxuan turned around, staring intently at me. "I'll help you, Fu Yan."

"Help me?" I shook my head with a wry smile. "How can you help me? Can you turn back time and prevent this car accident from happening?"

Lu Mingxuan fell silent, his eyes dimming. I knew that he, like me, was powerless to change the facts that had already happened.

"I can't change the past, but I can help you face the future."

Lu Mingxuan's voice was deep and firm, "You can't fall, Fu Yan. You still have the adorable child, and you still have yourself."

He's right, I can't just give up like this.

I took a deep breath, trying to calm my chaotic thoughts.

"I've decided to take the little one and leave the hospital temporarily."

I looked at Lu Mingxuan and said firmly, "Yichen needs a quiet environment to recover, and I also need time and space to sort myself out."

Lu Mingxuan didn't speak, he just looked at me quietly. He knew that my decision was well thought out.

"I will arrange for someone to take good care of Yichen, don't worry."

Lu Mingxuan's voice was soft, yet it gave me immense comfort.

I nodded, not refusing his kindness.

With Lu Mingxuan's help, I left the hospital with the little one.

After leaving the hospital, I did not return to school, but instead chose a quiet place to stay.

I want to give Yichen a quiet environment to recover, and I also need to give myself some space to think carefully about the future.

Lu Mingxuan arranged a nanny for me to take care of the baby, but he still comes over often to teach me how to make formula, how to change diapers, and how to lull the baby to sleep.

At first, I was not used to his closeness. Every look in his eyes and every movement of his reminded me of the beautiful and painful memories of the past.

But gradually, I found that I was able to face him calmly. Perhaps it was because we were both working towards the same goal: to help Yichen get better.

While taking care of the adorable baby, I gradually emerged from my grief.

His smiles, his cries, every subtle change in him tugged at my heartstrings, making me realize that life must go on, and I cannot remain immersed in pain forever.

To distract myself, I started learning new things, reading parenting books, and learning to make baby food. I tried to keep myself busy so I wouldn't have time to think about those sad things.

Looking at my transformation, Lu Mingxuan's eyes were filled with satisfaction. I knew he was also happy for my resilience.

Days passed by, and my life gradually returned to normal. As luck would have it, one day I was taking my little one out for some sunshine downstairs in our apartment complex when I suddenly heard a weak voice calling me: "Sister-in-law..."

I looked up in surprise, and there was Gu Yichen! How did he find his way here?

"Yichen, what brings you here?" I quickly went to greet him and supported his thin shoulders.

“I…I wanted to see you and the baby,” he said breathlessly, a faint smile appearing on his pale face.

That's when I noticed that he was also carrying a thermos, and he looked like he was struggling to carry it.

"You're here, why did you bring anything?"

I took the thermos and said reproachfully.

"I asked my aunt to make some soup, it's good for your health."

As he spoke, his gaze fell on the sleeping baby's face, his eyes filled with tenderness.

I had the nanny take care of the baby in the living room, and then helped Gu Yichen into the room.

He looked even weaker than before, his face was as pale as a sheet of paper, and his voice was barely audible.

"Why aren't you resting in the hospital? What are you doing running around? If your brother finds out, he'll definitely worry again," I couldn't help but scold.

"I'm fine, I just wanted to come and see you all."

He stubbornly asked, "Sister-in-law, how is my brother...?"

I fell silent, unsure how to respond.

"Sister-in-law, don't worry, my brother is a lucky person, he will definitely get better."

He noticed my predicament and instead comforted me.

I looked at him in surprise. This boy, who was seriously ill, was more optimistic and strong than me, an adult.

“Yichen, you…” I choked up, not knowing what to say.

“Sister-in-law, I know you’re heartbroken, but you can’t give up. You still have Mengwa and my brother. We’ll wait for him to come back together.”

His words were like a ray of light, illuminating the dark corners of my heart.

Yes, I can't fall down. I still have to take care of the little one and wait for Yichen to come back.

Looking at this strong young man in front of me, I suddenly realized that I had been relying too much on others all along.

I depended on my parents, on Yichen, and on Lu Mingxuan, but I never thought about making myself stronger.

I can't go on like this anymore. I need to learn to be independent, for myself and for the people around me.

In the stillness of the night, after lulling my little one to sleep, I went to the window and gazed up at the starry sky.

These past few days, I've been trying to keep myself busy, not to think about it, not to ask questions, as if that would allow me to escape the cruelty of reality.

However, whenever the night is quiet, longing surges up like a tide, overwhelming me.

"Yichen, where are you? Are you alright?" I murmured to myself, tears blurring my vision.

I used to think I was independent and strong enough to face life's ups and downs on my own.

However, ever since I met Gu Yichen, my world has undergone a complete transformation.

He was like a dazzling star, illuminating my life and making me realize my own weakness and powerlessness.

"Yichen, wait for me. I will wait for you to come back, and we will start over together."

I made a promise to the starry sky, my tone firm and unwavering.

The next morning, I handed my child over to the nanny and resolutely embarked on my journey back to school.

I want to continue my studies, arm myself with knowledge, and become a stronger person.

I believe that only in this way can I stand more confidently by Gu Yichen's side and face the challenges of the future together.

Upon arriving at the school, I went straight to my advisor's office.

However, before I could even knock on the door, I heard a familiar voice coming from inside.

“Miss Lin, don’t worry, as long as you’re willing…” It was Du Yue’s voice, tinged with flattery and ingratiation.

My heart skipped a beat, and I instinctively stopped and held my breath.