"The feelings between us have always been equal. Why do you keep putting yourself in a lower position? This kind of behavior is unacceptable."
There had never been any real issues between them emotionally, but Gu Qixiao was simply too foolish about certain things.
"I understand, it’s just that sometimes I still subconsciously think about the past." Whenever he instinctively thought about the past, he was unsure of how he should act.
Ji Yu embraced Gu Qixiao and could feel his current state of confusion. He was indeed in a condition that required proper attention.
"Gu Qixiao, I love you deeply. You can boldly tell me what issues you’re facing now. Maybe once you hear my perspective, you’ll realize that everything I’ve said is true."
This time, Gu Qixiao chose to trust Ji Yu. After sharing the psychological struggles he was dealing with, Ji Yu couldn’t help but feel helpless.
"Gu Qixiao, have you been too tense lately? But this kind of thing is best checked out at the hospital. Do you still remember what happened last time? The drug Hu Qianqian slipped into your cup came from Song Xuan."
Back then, Song Xuan happened to be collaborating with Jiang Huai.
Who knows if that drug is truly problematic or not.
"Let’s go for a checkup. Whatever the results are, I’ll be there with you." Ji Yu would never abandon Gu Qixiao at a time , especially since there were so many unanswered questions surrounding the incident.
He was in this situation because of her, after all.
Ji Yu’s expression remained calm, clearly indicating that she had already made up her mind on this matter. No matter what Gu Qixiao might face, she wasn’t going to let go of his hand.
The two of them went to the hospital together. Originally, Hu Jianyu wanted to accompany them, but Ji Yu felt it was best not to involve Hu Jianyu in this matter and instead asked him to stay at home.
"Dad, if there’s something I can’t handle, I’ll come find you. In my current state, there’s no way I can deal with these issues properly."
Her mind was a bit chaotic, and she knew it was best not to overthink the situation right now.
Hu Jianyu, though helpless, understood that Ji Yu and Gu Qixiao must have their own plans. In the end, he could only stay home, even though he couldn’t stop worrying about Ji Yu and Gu Qixiao.
It was around this time that Mr. Li showed up with Charles.
Hu Jianyu, aware of some of their past dealings, gave them a slightly exasperated look as they arrived. "You’re here to see Yu? She explained to you before, didn’t she? Working with you isn’t helpful at all. At this point, why not just give up?"
He had come to realize these people were utterly useless. When trouble eventually came knocking for Ji Yu, they wouldn’t be able to do a thing.
Mr. Li, who had known Hu Jianyu for a long time, naturally tried to say some nice things to ease the situation. "There must be some misunderstanding here, Mr. Hu. You know that our relationship has been decent all along. Could I trouble you to talk to Yu for us?"
Having grown desperate, he felt his only remaining option was to plead with Ji Yu for help. The situation had become very urgent.
"I won’t interfere with Yu’s decisions. Since she has already made it clear that she doesn’t want to cooperate, let’s put this matter to rest. I believe you all are capable of handling it yourselves."
At this point, Hu Jianyu would rather lose these business partners than see Ji Yu suffer. After all, it was his daughter who helped them deal with Jiang Huai. In the end, they failed her, and that was their problem.
Mr. Li’s expression turned awkward. "How about this—when Yu gets back, let’s have a proper conversation with her and see what she thinks."
Out of consideration for past relations, Hu Jianyu let out a sigh and reluctantly agreed in the end.
Meanwhile, Ji Yu and Gu Qixiao were waiting for the test results.
Even if the results were less than optimistic, Ji Yu was prepared to face them. No matter what happened, she was determined to stay by Gu Qixiao’s side.
"Gu Qixiao, you have to believe that there’s absolutely nothing wrong with you. Even if there is an issue, we can deal with it together. Don’t you dare think about hiding away and handling it on your own."
This was exactly the kind of thing Gu Qixiao might try to do.
Gu Qixiao looked at Ji Yu’s earnest expression and gave a small, helpless smile. "Yu, how could I ever bear to leave you? Besides, no one knows what the result will be yet. I don’t think it’ll necessarily be as bad as we fear."
He loved being by Ji Yu’s side. No matter what challenges lay ahead, he was determined to stay with her. Matters of the heart were unforgettable, and he was willing to endure anything for love.
As Ji Yu stayed with Gu Qixiao, she could sense his underlying tension. "Gu Qixiao, if you’re really this nervous, I’ll go ask Jiang Huai for a bottle of the same drug. If it comes to that, we’ll be in this together."
It was clear that Gu Qixiao would rather endure everything himself than have Ji Yu share his burden. To him, it was unthinkable for her to suffer alongside him.
"Yu, you are the person I most want to protect. If something were to happen to you because of me, do you want me to live in guilt for the rest of my life?"
He had already decided she was the one he would love for the rest of his life. How could he allow regret to enter the picture?
Perhaps it was because Ji Yu loved the man before her too much. She felt her heart was overflowing with emotions for him.
"Yu, don’t worry. I’ll always be by your side. Even if I were to lose my mind, I would never, ever harm you."
His eyes were resolute as he said these words.
Even if he were to lose control one day, as long as he recognized Ji Yu, he would never lay a hand on her.
Ji Yu looked at him helplessly but understood how he felt. "Gu Qixiao, you really are a special person."
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"Gu Qixiao, you’re a normal person. You’re not going to just go crazy out of the blue. Besides, I know the truth about what happened before—it wasn’t your fault."
She was willing to place all her trust in Gu Qixiao. Even if the results were unfavorable this time, as long as they were together, she would search high and low for a solution. Ji Yu was willing to do anything.
Simply because the man in front of her was Gu Qixiao. That was reason enough.