Bai Beichen trembled all over. He had long known about the rumors of Li Nanchuan in the outside world, but at this moment, he felt that the rumors were still too mild.
Even if Li Nanchuan just stood there without doing anything, it was enough to make people weak in the knees.
Most importantly, had Li Nanchuan investigated him? Otherwise, why would he say such things?
If so, wouldn't Shen Youjin find out sooner or later?
Thinking of this, fine beads of cold sweat began to break out on Bai Beichen's forehead and the tip of his nose, and even his breathing became unsmooth.
"That's a matter between Shen Youjin and me. Mr. Li had better not meddle. I haven't even settled the score with your Li family for what happened to my sister!"
Since the engagement was officially called off, Bai Ningxi had clearly been in a bad state. One could even say that she was just holding on.
If it hadn't been for Li Beiyin's birthday, she might still be locked up at home.
"You should be grateful that you have a good sister."
Li Nanchuan said this thought - provoking sentence and then didn't stay any longer. He took a step and left.
If he didn't feel a bit guilty towards Bai Ningxi, would he have still not told Shen Youjin about Bai Beichen's matter?
Moreover, at this time, there was no need to add more troubles.
Meanwhile, instead of going home, Shen Youjin had driven to the testing agency.
She sat on the long chair, quietly waiting for the result.
Every minute and every second was an ordeal for her. This answer made her heart race.
After an unknown amount of time, the doctor finally came out with a report.
"Judging from the hair you brought, the child's father is Mr. No. 2. Miss Shen, take a good look."
Shen Youjin's eyes widened, filled with disbelief. Time seemed to stand still at this moment.
She wanted to say something, but the sudden truth got stuck in her throat. Her fingers trembled slightly uncontrollably, and she slumped onto the long chair, looking at the reports.
No. 2 was Gu Zhiyuan. How could the child be his?
Her hands subconsciously covered her belly. The weight of this news was like a mountain, making it almost impossible for her to breathe.
"Are you okay?" The doctor was used to such scenes. He asked someone to bring the hot water that had been prepared and handed it to her. "Your body is your own. If you don't want this child, I can also help you contact a hospital..."
Shen Youjin shook her head. Her fingers pinching the test results had turned white at the knuckles. "No, I just want to sit here alone for a while. Thank you!"
The doctor saw the redness in her eyes. In the end, he just placed the cup of hot water beside her and left.
Shen Youjin didn't know how long she sat alone on the long chair in the corridor. It was not until her legs were no longer weak that she finally stood up and walked out.
This result was not what she wanted, but she had to face it.
Sitting in the car, feeling the cool air from the car's air - conditioner, Shen Youjin dialed Gu Zhiyuan's phone number.
It took a long time for him to answer, but he didn't say a word.
Presumably, the scene of her leaving with Li Nanchuan by the sea had taught him a deep lesson. He didn't want to talk to her at the moment.
But no matter what, she had to talk to Gu Zhiyuan about this properly.
"Where are you?" She took the initiative to speak.
"At the company," Gu Zhiyuan said coldly. "What's up?"
"I want to see you." Shen Youjin took a deep breath. "This time, it's really important."
"I'm busy," Gu Zhiyuan chuckled lightly. "If you have something, you can go to Li Nanchuan."
"..." This was the first time Shen Youjin clearly felt what Gu Zhiyuan was like when he was throwing a tantrum. But she didn't indulge him. She just blurted out, "I'm pregnant. It's yours. It's been over two months."
Gu Zhiyuan was stunned, as if struck by a thunderbolt. He was silent for even longer than before. She could even feel that his surprise was no less than hers when she first got the news.
"Can I see you now?" Shen Youjin reminded him.
Her words brought Gu Zhiyuan back to his senses. "No need. Where are you? I'll come to you."
More than ten minutes later, Shen Youjin met Gu Zhiyuan in a Western restaurant.
She deliberately chose a window seat where she could see the bustling traffic outside.
For the first time, Gu Zhiyuan didn't act like a gentleman. The panic hidden in his eyes was almost palpable when he saw Shen Youjin.
"Are you really pregnant?"
This was also the first time Gu Zhiyuan spoke in such a direct way. Shen Youjin nodded. "It was that night. Do you still remember?"
Gu Zhiyuan shook his head. "I was drunk."
"It's okay. If you don't believe me, you can go to the hospital with me for a check - up." Shen Youjin was calmer than him at this moment. "It doesn't matter if you don't want the child. I will definitely keep this child. I've thought it through. We can sign an agreement. No one will know that this child is yours..."
After listening to her, Gu Zhiyuan's eyes darkened completely.
"I want this child. Not only this child, Xiaojin, I will marry you."
Since it was his child, how could he let it be a child without a father and watch it call someone else dad in the future?
"Y - you... What did you say?" Shen Youjin's previously calmed mood fluctuated again. "You want to marry me?"
Gu Zhiyuan nodded without the slightest hesitation.
Shen Youjin fell silent. She didn't want to marry Gu Zhiyuan.
"I know you're afraid of me. I've always known." Gu Zhiyuan pushed the silver - rimmed glasses on his high nose bridge. "But since we have a child, for the sake of the child, let's start over, okay? At least I'll learn to be a good husband and a good father!"
For the sake of the child? Such a familiar line. She never thought it would be used on her one day.
Most importantly, the always cautious Gu Zhiyuan didn't even doubt it and just confessed his love to her like this?
"Do you want to see your child born without a father?" Seeing that she didn't say a word, Gu Zhiyuan once again showed his ability to brainwash people. "A step - father is never as good to a child as a biological father. Of course, Shen Guoliang is an exception. I can guarantee that you will be the only woman and the only wife in my life. No matter if the child is a boy or a girl, it can inherit all of the Gu family's property."
"All of the Gu family's property?" Shen Youjin looked at him blankly. "Will your family agree?"
No matter how highly educated or wealthy a family was, they couldn't escape the idea of son - preference. Especially a shrewd businessman like Gu Zhiyuan, who once regarded her as a plaything. But now he said such things. How could she not be suspicious?
"You're carrying the Gu family's bloodline in your belly. Why wouldn't they agree?" Gu Zhiyuan seemed to have suddenly made up his mind. "Don't worry. I'm not like your little puppy - like younger brother who has to look at his family's faces. Nor am I like your Mr. Li who has no freedom and has to go through a political review for marriage. Little apprentice, this time you can rely on me with confidence."
"As long as you nod, I'll take you home."