Love is a mistake that cannot be escaped

Yichen's words were like a bucket of cold water, instantly extinguishing all my joy.

I stared at him in disbelief, my lips trembling, but I couldn't utter a sound.

How could this be?

My background has always been the deepest secret in my heart. How did Du Yue find out?

What does she want to do?

Before I could even ask, Yichen's phone rang again.

This time, he turned on speakerphone directly.

"Yichen, come to the old house right away, something's happened!"

On the other end of the phone, the anxious voice of the Gu family's housekeeper could be heard.

"Yan Yan, let's go."

Without the slightest hesitation, Yichen grabbed my hand and led me outside.

I remained silent the entire way, my mind a complete mess.

I gripped Yichen's hand tightly, as if grasping at the last straw.

Upon arriving at the old house, I immediately sensed a tense atmosphere.

In the living room, Gu's relatives gathered together, their faces filled with shock and anger.

"This is the daughter-in-law you found for the Gu family? A wild girl of unknown origin!"

The speaker was Gu Yichen's second uncle, who had always disliked me, and this time he showed no mercy in humiliating me.

"Yichen, you've disappointed us so much! How could you be so infatuated with a woman like that!"

Gu Yichen's father, the usually serious and dignified Old Master Gu, was now so angry that his face turned ashen.

"Dad, things aren't what you think!"

Yi Chen tried to explain, but was interrupted by Du Yue's sharp voice.

"The facts are right in front of you, and you still want to deny it? Fu Yan, tell me yourself, whose daughter are you?"

Du Yue looked smug, as if victory was already in her grasp.

I took a deep breath and forced myself to calm down.

I raised my head, meeting the scrutinizing gazes of the crowd, and slowly began to speak: "My background is indeed somewhat complicated..."

"enough!"

Before I could finish speaking, I was interrupted by an angry roar.

I turned my head in surprise and saw Yichen suddenly stand up. His usually gentle face was now covered with frost, and his eyes were burning with raging anger. Like a lion protecting its cubs, he shielded me behind him.

"My woman, when did it become your place to criticize her?"

His voice was icy cold and carried an unquestionable authority, silencing everyone present.

I stared blankly at his tall back, a warm feeling welling up inside me.

At that moment, I suddenly felt that even if I faced condemnation from thousands of people, as long as he was there, I would have no fear.

"Yichen, are you confused?! Do you know what you're saying?"

Gu Yichen's second uncle cried out in anguish, "This woman's origins are unknown; she might be someone with ulterior motives, you..."

"Second uncle!"

Yi Chen interrupted him sharply, "I love Yan Yan, and that has nothing to do with her background! I'm marrying her as a person, not her past!"

"you……"

Gu Yichen's second uncle was speechless after being silenced by his words. He could only point at me in frustration, unable to utter a complete sentence for a long time.

I held Yichen's hand tightly, feeling the warmth of his palm, my heart filled with mixed emotions.

I never expected him to choose me so firmly and to protect me.

"Yan Yan, don't be afraid, I'm here."

He turned his head and looked at me tenderly, his deep eyes filled with determination and love. "No matter what happens, I will face it with you."

His words were like a ray of warm sunshine, dispelling the gloom in my heart and rekindling my hope.

Yes, I still have him, I still have him who loves me. I shouldn't give up. I should bravely face everything!

A warm feeling welled up in my heart, and I grasped Yichen's hand in return. The warmth of his palm gave me strength.

Yes, I still have him, and we still have our shared love. I shouldn't back down.

Just as I mustered up the courage to speak, a childish voice suddenly rang out: "You're not allowed to talk about my mom like that! Mom is the best mom in the world, and I won't allow anyone to bully her!"

They're adorable kids!

She had somehow squeezed out of the crowd, her face flushed red, glaring angrily at those who were criticizing me.

Her small figure seemed to contain enormous energy, leaving everyone present stunned.

"Adorable baby..."

I hugged her tightly, my eyes welling up with tears.

She's so young, yet she has to face all these complicated things; it hurts my heart like it's being pricked by needles.

"Yan Yan, don't worry, I'm here for you."

Lu Mingxuan's voice came from outside the crowd. He pushed through the crowd and walked to my side, looking at me with a firm gaze. "I believe in you, and I believe in Yichen's choice."

Gu Yichen, who had been silent all along, also stepped forward. He walked to Yichen's side, patted him on the shoulder, and said softly, "Brother, I believe in you, and I believe in sister-in-law. We are family, and we must face this together."

Looking at these people who support and care for me, my heart is filled with emotion and strength.

Yes, I'm not fighting alone. I have a lover, friends, family, and a cute baby. We are a family, and we will face all difficulties and challenges together.

I took a deep breath, my gaze sweeping over everyone present, my eyes gradually hardening.

I will bravely stand up to protect my love, my family, and most importantly, my own dignity!

"Yan Yan, are you alright?"

Lu Mingxuan looked at me with concern, his eyes filled with heartache.

I shook my head, forcing a smile. "I'm fine, I just need some peace and quiet."

Back in my room, I looked through the old photos in my hand; they were one of the few clues I had about the past.

The photo has yellowed and the corners are worn, but the woman in the photo is still beautiful and charming. She is holding a baby in swaddling clothes and her face is full of a happy smile.

"Mother……"

I gently stroked the woman in the photograph, my heart filled with questions and longing.

Who are my biological parents? Why did they abandon me?

Yichen walked in and embraced me. "Don't worry, we'll find them."

He kissed my forehead, his eyes firm yet tender.

With Yichen's help, I began to inquire about the woman in the photo.

Persistence pays off. By chance, I learned that the woman in the photo might be connected to an orphanage called "Qingfeng".

I rushed to the orphanage. The director, a kind old lady, looked at the woman in the photo, her eyes gradually welling up with tears. "Child, her name is Lin Wan, she's your mother..."

From the dean, I learned that my parents did not abandon me intentionally, but an accident forced them to separate.

My father was an employee of the Gu Group. He was hunted down after discovering a secret within the company. To protect my mother and me, he had to send us away.

I listened with tears streaming down my face, realizing that there was such a complicated story hidden behind my background.

But why did my father send me to an orphanage instead of somewhere else?

Is there some hidden story behind this?

Just as I was about to press further, the dean's phone rang. She answered, her face turning deathly pale. "What? What did you say?"

"What happened?" I asked anxiously.

The dean took a deep breath and said in a trembling voice, "Just now... just now someone called and said... said your father... he's still alive!"

My heart skipped a beat. Could it be that my father had been here all these years?

But why doesn't he come looking for us?

Just as I was filled with confusion, the dean suddenly pointed behind me in horror, "He...he's here!"

I whirled around and saw a tall figure standing in the doorway. A hideous scar marred his face, and his eyes were sinister and terrifying. "You are...you've come to see me?"