Chapter Ten's dream shattered violently

However, he did not return to the ward. Gu Anning noticed that he did not even glance at her and strode towards the elevator. She tightened her grip on the military uniform jacket and still lifted her foot to follow him.

The elderly person's temper is not very good, and their words can be somewhat harsh. Lin Wanqiu would be scolded for even the slightest mistake in her steps, yet she endures patiently and humbly learns from the experience

The female doctor stepped in front of him, and although she was not tall, she exuded an indescribable sharpness: "You are still so selfish even now. It has been said that she is emotionally unstable, yet you still want to provoke her."

He wanted to inquire about the child's situation, but inexplicably felt hesitant to ask, fearing that Lin Wanqiu might get angry. He was even more afraid of provoking her, so he could only attempt to explain: "An Ning and I are not what you think."

The two of them wandered into a handicraft shop with local特色, and Bai Shubei casually looked around, only to find Lin Wanqu standing in front of the owner without moving an inch.

As for Gu Anning, it goes without saying that her small face was extremely pale, and her large eyes, clearly defined in black and white, were filled with fear and helplessness... Bai Shubei curled his fingertips tightly, no longer hesitating

Gu Anning opened her mouth; she wanted to say something and felt that it was indeed the right moment to speak. They had never been in such a stalemate before, yet she truly did not know where to begin.

What she stored in her phone was "Bai Bai", the playful nature of those little girls, which she never dared to reveal in front of him. It seems she is just a twenty-six-year-old girl, yet she has never had the thoughts that girls her age should have

Gu Anning looked at him in this state and said nothing more. After sleeping for such a long time, it seemed to her that she had merely had a dream, but upon waking from the dream, her entire world had changed

Lin Wanqiu felt her vision becoming increasingly blurred, as if all the strength in her body had been drained. One side of her face was covered with a sticky layer of mucus, and she was experiencing constant nausea in her stomach, with her lower abdomen beginning to tighten and ache intensely.

Lin Wanqiu felt her body sinking into a wave of darkness, as if she had fallen into an endless abyss. The sound of wind filled her ears, accompanied by what seemed to be gunfire, and perhaps even his voice... It grew increasingly distant, as if scattered across the horizon

Bai Shubei was momentarily taken aback, casting a complex glance at Lin Wanqiu.

Bai Shubei turned his head to look at her, and Gu Anning was startled by the lingering gloom on his face that had yet to dissipate

Isn't this exactly what he expected? Lin Wanqiu looked at him in confusion

Separated by a wall, the two individuals on the other side are in love, while she... is merely coveting a feeling that does not rightfully belong to her

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Wanqiu was struck hard on the forehead, leaving her even more dazed. She did not even know what blunt object had hit her. A warm, sticky liquid trickled down from her temple, and the acrid smell of blood filled her nostrils

A few hours ago, he successfully rescued Lin Wanqiu and Gu Anning along with the police who arrived shortly after. He was shot in the shoulder, but he could not care about anything else; all he could see was Lin Wanqiu lying there covered in blood.

Bai Shubei went straight home and first called Bai Xiaoli to remind her to pick up the child. He then went to find clean underwear and toiletries for Lin Wanqu. Standing in front of the wardrobe, he found himself staring blankly at her pitifully few clothes.

Bai Shu Bei furrowed his brow tightly; he could sense the hostility from the doctor towards him. However, he was certain that he had not offended her, and it seemed that Lin Wan Qiu did not recognize her either

If the child were to be lost, Lin Wanqiu would certainly be very sad, and he cannot allow her to be alone

In the evening, Lin Wanqu fell out of the bathroom, only to find that Bai Shubei was not in the bedroom. As she walked towards the outer room, she saw Bai Shubei standing on the balcony making a phone call

"Before the wedding, she had a car accident." He could only continue to explain, his gaze fixed tightly on the glaring gauze among her dark hair, his eye sockets feeling swollen and uncomfortable, his throat growing rougher. "She just woke up not long ago, I was only accompanying her for rehabilitation, Lin Wanqiu, I will not let you down."

Bai Shubei ultimately resorted to trickery, forcing Lin Wanqu to give him another ring. Lin Wanqu found it somewhat difficult to understand: "This is not valuable, and besides, you can't wear it usually..."

He walked step by step to Lin Wanqiu and Gu Anning, the cold muzzle pressed against Lin Wanqiu's temple, and from above came Chen Zhao's annoying voice: "Is it her?"

It seems that I started to dislike her less from some point, even thinking: it doesn't matter that she likes money, it doesn't matter that there is no physical contact, and even being alone with her seems quite pleasant.

She lay on her side, continuously gazing out the window, showing no reaction even when Bai Shunbei entered, as if she were completely oblivious to the sounds in the ward

He had no time to think further and coldly uttered a single sentence: "It is impossible, I want to see her"

"No." Lin Wanqiu suddenly spoke, her voice very soft, but Bai Shubei still heard her clearly

Gu Anning was even more shocked; how could Bai Shubei possibly do such things? Having known him for so long, did she not understand him at all?

Isn't this answer expected?

Bai Shubei took it out and casually opened it. There were not many contacts in Lin Wanqiu's phone, some of whom were former colleagues, and he... was always in the first position.

Bai Shubei's Adam's apple moved slightly as he turned his head: "Anning, I—"

She is well aware of why Bai Shubei chose her, and this choice... is equally tormenting for her

Will the child be unable to keep it? Will Lin Wanqiu get angry? ... He suddenly began to feel afraid, even experiencing a kind of ... an unprecedented sense of fear; it turns out he is also capable of fear.

"You, calm down." Gu Anning felt as if a stone was lodged in her chest, making it difficult for her to speak, "Don't be so hard on yourself."

Lin Wanqiu, what are you crying about

He was shocked beyond measure, and then he thought of that blinding pool of bright red, as if he had been run over by a car, with every cell in his body aching

She does not want to see you. Gao He turned his back to him, his tone as cold as the indifferent aura emanating from the white coat he wore

On the side, a man spoke up: "This Bai Shubei fellow really knows how to enjoy himself, both of them look quite good."

She spoke with great effort, her gaze fixed on his broad shoulders. Bai Shubei, with a cold expression, confronted the doctor, but after a moment, he turned and left.

Upon careful consideration, it seems that she rarely takes the initiative to buy clothes, and he has never paid attention to what she often wears or what colors she likes; he is completely unaware of these matters

Describe the situation here as clearly as possible, the listening device under the suit will accurately transmit to the police

Bai Shubei, feeling uncomfortable, closed his eyes for a moment, took out his belongings to tidy them up, and then went to the bedside table to look for something. However, upon opening it, he was left in a daze.

On Lin Wanqiu's fair and delicate face, there is a light layer of sweat. Occasionally, she raises her arm to wipe it away, and her smooth skin glistens with a sheen of moisture, radiating brightness and a hint of allure

Lin Wanqiu's limbs, which were bound, had become so numb that they were nearly devoid of sensation, yet her heart still ached. Does Bai Shubei not know what fate awaits the one who has been abandoned?

The doctor revealed a sweet dimple at the corner of his mouth and shrugged his shoulders: "Mr. Bai, don't get angry. If you still have a shred of conscience, you shouldn't go in to provoke Lin Wanqiu at this time. By the way, Lin Wanqiu has something to tell you."

When he thought of how fragile Lin Wanqiu was, and that the man beside her was not him, an unnamed rage seemed to erupt within him, burning so fiercely that it drove him nearly to madness

He wants to see her, and he is unable to stop thinking about it

Why does Lin Wanqiu do these things? Is it to prove something to him? But they are husband and wife; isn't it only natural for her to spend his money?

The doctor glanced at him, a hint of sarcasm at the corner of his mouth: "If only one can be saved between an adult and a child, I wonder how Chief Bai would choose?"

He felt a bit dizzy, perhaps because he had disregarded the doctor's advice and insisted on coming out. No matter how good his physical condition was, he couldn't hold on for long, especially after having had a conflict with Gao He earlier. He wanted to go to the hospital to see Lin Wanqiu immediately, but it felt as if he had no strength left in his body. Sitting on the bed, he tried to recover from the dizziness, and his hand accidentally brushed against his pocket. Inside was a hard, elongated object, and only then did he remember that Lin Wanqiu's phone was still in his hand. He wanted to go to the hospital to see Lin Wanqiu immediately, but it felt as if he had no strength left in his body. Sitting on the bed, he tried to recover from the dizziness, and his hand accidentally brushed against his pocket. Inside was a hard, elongated object, and only then did he remember that Lin Wanqiu's phone was still in his hand.

The man named Chen Zhao lazily leaned against a cardboard box, propping his chin up with one hand, his gaze slightly sweeping over Bai Shubei's military uniform: "You are carrying a gun, do you think I am a fool? Take it out."

The old man silently observed her for a while, and finally cast a thoughtful glance at Bai Shubei.

Lin Wanqiu leaned against the cold wall, feeling as if her entire body had been immersed in cool water

Chen Zhao's gun barrel slid down from Lin Wanqiu's neck, landing at her thin, pointed chin: "You are mistaken; seeing you upset brings me even more pleasure"

Lin Wanqiu listened to Bai Shubei speaking those soft and gentle words she had never heard before, and surprisingly, she could no longer shed any tears. The scenes of him in front of her replayed back and forth in her mind throughout the day

No, there is still one thing that has been stuck in her heart, and she has not had the chance to tell Mengmeng: she is her biological mother. How tragic it is that until death, she can only be her "real" aunt and "fake" mother.

Bai Shubei was a bit confused: "What?"

The two of them stayed up until dusk fell in the evening. Bai Shubei gazed at the small silver lock that had taken shape, unable to look away. Although it was not as delicate as those made by the elderly, one could still discern Lin Wanqu's dedication.

He knows that she will be angry and that she will definitely blame him. This time, he has indeed made a mistake, but he can explain all of it.

Lin Wanqiu closed her eyes but clearly replied: "I no longer need your compensation"

Bai Shubei's choice of Gu Anning may have countless reasons, whether out of love or out of duty. Gu Anning is not his wife, and his decision not to choose her would lead to widespread criticism.

Bai Shubei's gaze turned cold, and the five fingers hanging at his side slowly clenched into a fist

"Chen Zhao, are you still not a man? If you have the guts, come at me!" Bai Shubei was somewhat out of control, his voice filled with a sense of hostility that was charged with a hint of gunpowder, as if it could ignite at any moment

Bai Shubei ignored him and brushed past him

Lin Wanqiu's thick eyelashes fluttered, yet she did not turn around. Bai Shubei restrained the pangs of sorrow in his heart and coughed lightly: "Are you feeling better?"

Bai Shubei did not refute a single word, and in his heart, he kept asking himself, where has the upright and open-minded Bai Shubei of the past gone

This time, he was somewhat at a loss.

Gu Anning was worried about his wound and could only follow him all the way

After sending her to the hospital, he received another shocking piece of news: Lin Wanqiu was pregnant, nearly two months along

Bai Shubei's dark eyebrows slightly twitched upon hearing the name Lin Wanqiu, and only then did he slowly turn his head to look at her

This was their first meeting after the surrogacy agreement, and the two of them gazed at each other with a complex expression, an indescribable strangeness in the air

Without any hesitation, he spoke each word clearly: "I choose, Gu An Ning"

Bai Shubei was lost in thought, and the more he thought, the more distressed he became, as if his heart were being tugged by something, experiencing a tearing pain.

He glanced casually, just a little bit was missing, perhaps she took it when she was in a hurry. So how do she and Mengmeng usually live?

Bai Shubei turned his head with a complex expression, his face showing some struggle and confusion. Love? ... At first, I really disliked her, then I wanted to find a mother for the child, and later, I grew fond of her body

He glanced at her, his tone becoming serious, yet he said: "I will have the driver take you."

"Which of these two do you prefer?" Chen Zhao said, swinging the gun in his hand back and forth. "You must know, right? Only one of them can survive. Who will you choose?"

Bai Shubei's handsome features possess a cold and hard curvature. He rests his elbows on his knees, and the shirt he wears is marred by a patch of blood red, yet he exudes an indescribable beauty.

Almost an entire afternoon was spent in the store, and Bai Shubei had never felt time pass so quickly. Moreover, watching Lin Wanqu fall into these tasks... he surprisingly found it quite enjoyable

Bai Shubei paused for a moment and actually took the gun in his hand and threw it on the ground

He clenched his fist and walked over steadily, step by step, before sitting down on the hospital bed beside her. Only then did he call her in a hushed voice: "... Lin Wanqiu?"

Bai Shubei tightly gripped his phone, and his finger inadvertently touched the information bar on the table, which then displayed a series of multimedia messages, all from the same unsaved phone number

Bai Shubei, this person, has truly misjudged completely

Bai Shubei's footsteps shifted slightly, and Chen Zhao immediately raised his gun, pressing it against Gu Anning's forehead: "Bai Shubei, do you want both of them to die in front of you right now?"

Uncertain whether she was making excuses for herself or trying to absolve him, she stared at him intently, fearing that she might miss even the slightest change in his expression.

Lin Wanqiu glanced at him several times; his appearance made it difficult for her to discern anything clearly. She merely pressed her lips together and remained silent, quietly following behind him

Gu Anning furrowed her brows, feeling both complicated and distressed as she noticed his reluctance to answer: "Is it because of Mengmeng? Do you want to find her a mother?"

Fortunately, the boss is an elderly lady; otherwise, Bai Shubei's little schemes would have been set in motion again

Mengmeng looked at Lin Wanqiu without saying a word, reached out her small hand to hug her, and even stood on tiptoe trying to kiss her

Bai Shubei sat outside the emergency room, his gaze hollow as he stared at the two tightly closed doors. All that remained in his mind was the image of Lin Wanqiu covered in blood. He raised his hand, numbly observing the bloodstains on his fingertips that had gradually dried.

Lin Wanqiu's nerves have reached a taut critical point, at which they may snap at any moment

Bai Shubei is also aware that Chen Zhao possesses a high level of counter-surveillance capability. He currently needs time to await support, but before that, Chen Zhao may deliberately humiliate him, or even torment the one he cares about the most

"Wife?" Gao He sneered coldly, his handsome face filled with sarcasm. "Do you consider her a wife or a maid? Aren't you clear about it yourself?"

No one knows better than her who Bai Shubei really cares about. In fact, Bai Shubei knows the kidnappers' minds from beginning to end, so she deliberately diverted the suspicious Chen Zhao's attention to herself.

Regarding what happened in the small town, she almost got hypnotized again.

The door of the emergency room opened at the right moment, and the attending physician along with a nurse came out. Bai Shubei and Gao He stepped forward together, with Gao He anxiously asking: "What happened?"

He held the gun, slightly furrowing his brows, and watched Bai Shubei with vigilance

Lin Wanqiu's heart skipped a beat, and she instinctively took a step back, but it was already too late; the two individuals were running straight towards her.

Lin Wanqiu still didn't turn around, as if she didn't want to look at him anymore. A weak voice came through, "I want to be alone for a while."

Lin Wanqiu felt very scared, but she did not dare to show it. Or rather, deep down, she still believed in Bai Shubei. She felt that Bai Shubei would definitely be able to take them away

Bai Shubei stood frozen in place, his mind suddenly blank. He did not expect that Lin Wanqiu's first words upon waking would be this, and that she did not even want to see him at all

"It's nothing." Lin Wanqiu smiled, consciously taking a small wooden chair beside her and sitting down, resembling a diligent and eager-to-learn child, "I want to make one for my daughter"

As time went on, Lin Wanqiu gradually found herself increasingly unable to control her emotions. The loss of control became more apparent, and at times she would inexplicably call Bai Shubei, only to find herself at a loss for words once the call connected. It was as if she were a seriously ill patient, carefully distinguishing the background sounds on his end, wondering if she could hear her own voice among them

She pointed to a small silver lock beside her, which looked very exquisite

She clearly suffered a head injury, so why is there bleeding from her lower body

White Shu Bei frowned, his face turned pale. How did his appearance provoke Lin Wanqiu?

Bai Shubei remained silent, his thin lips pressed into a straight line. It was not until they reached the parking lot that his true demeanor was revealed, as he forcefully kicked the car door, the impact so strong that several nearby vehicles emitted sharp alarm sounds.

These words were like a sharp blade, piercing tightly into Bai Shubei's chest.

No matter how deep the feelings are, they cannot withstand the trials of time

Lin Wanqiu's clothing is quite limited, and when compared to his, it becomes even more apparent. The few pieces she has, placed next to his suit, have a weak presence, much like her own character.

They are so well-matched, as if they are a true couple

Perhaps it is merely an instinctive fear in the face of crisis

Lin Wanqiu could not hear Bai Shubei's voice; it seemed he said something, yet it also seemed he said nothing at all

Bai Shubei gazed, seemingly slowly immersing into that scene, as the voices and clamor of the surrounding people gradually faded away, leaving only that graceful profile in his eyes

At the moment Lin Wanqiu closed her eyes, tears fell uncontrollably. Fortunately, she had made that lock for Mengmeng, and fortunately, she had left Mengmeng with something in the end. If she were to die now, there would be no regrets.

This is a lucky lock, and I hope she will have a smooth journey in the future. Lin Wanqiu caressed the silver lock, her fingertips trembling slightly. She and Bai Shubei might not reach the end together; she wanted to leave some memories for Mengmeng that belonged to her, as something made by her own hands always holds a different significance.

It was the first time he realized he had made a mistake; Lin Wanqiu was easy to appease, but what if she were no longer around?

Lin Wanqiu was also taken aback and closed her mouth. Gu Anning ...? ... How could she be here?

Only after the Bai family's driver had taken Gu Anning away did Bai Shubei flag down a taxi

However, Bai Shubei only felt that the scene was very beautiful, and for the first time, no sordid thoughts arose in his mind

In this way of choosing, Lin Wanqiu may become unhappy or even very sad, but she is easily softened, and a little coaxing will suffice. He firmly believes that he can definitely take them away.

Lin Wanqiu listened to the tender childlike voice beside her, feeling extremely distressed. She truly wanted to take Mengmeng away at all costs, but what could she use to compete with Bai Shubei? In the end, she would only completely lose Mengmeng.

Lin Wanqiu could not see Bai Shubei's reaction; she no longer wished to look. Perhaps in those eyes that once held infatuation, there remained only fleeting guilt and cold emotions.

At that moment, she suddenly hesitated, instinctively concluding who the call was for or who had made it. If she did not walk over, she could continue to pretend that she knew nothing, and it was only she who would suffer from having heard the content of the conversation

Tears seemed unstoppable, uncontrollable, gushing out of her eyes like a broken string, quickly blurring her vision, making it impossible to see the man's face clearly

Lin Wanqiu did not respond, as if she had not heard anything

Before he could utter a word, a sudden white figure rushed forward and fiercely grabbed the front of his shirt. Then, he felt a sharp blow to the corner of his mouth; the force was so intense that a metallic taste lingered in his mouth.

"You two do not know each other yet, do you? Would you like me to help with an introduction?" The man sitting next to Lin Wanqiu playfully extended his hand and hooked Gu Anning's chin, "Mrs. Bai, this is Miss Gu, your husband's ... ... "

But it is strange, why doesn't it hurt

Her face was violently twisted towards the direction of Bai Shunbei, and her scalp felt as if it were about to be peeled away, burning with pain. However, she did not glance at him again; instead, it seemed as though Chen Zhao's words had stabbed her heart once more.

Bai Shubei stood there quietly, yet the wound on his face did not make him appear disheveled. Others could not see the emotions in his eyes; only Gu Anning, who stood behind him, noticed that the fingertips of his other hand were trembling

Lin Wanqiu felt a wave of sourness rise to her eyes, and she lowered her gaze in discomfort: "Who on earth are you?" She could only refrain from thinking, too afraid to continue, as the reason Bai Shubei was hiding it from Gu Anning was all too clear, and that reason felt like a resounding slap across her face.

Chen Zhao unexpectedly smiled wickedly, his expression somewhat ferocious: "That would be too boring; I would finish you off in an instant. Let's take our time."

The further one looks back, the more alarming it becomes, as it is filled with photos of him and Gu Anning. In the photos, they appear to be extremely close, but only Bai Shubei knows that the reality is far from that

Gu Anning had slept for too long, and her body had become pitifully thin. Her collarbone was deeply sunken due to her sorrowful emotions, making her look extremely pitiable. She took a breath and after a long pause, choked out: "Then do you love her?"

Lin Wanqiu merely glanced at him but did not speak. She slowly bent down and squatted in front of the old woman, her tone reverent: "Grandma, can this be done by oneself?"

The man at the forefront stood aside making a phone call, presumably to Bai Shubei. Lin Wanqiu naturally could not hear Bai Shubei's voice, but she thought: the only person Bai Shubei should be worried about is Gu Anning.

Gao He felt an intense turmoil within him, especially upon seeing Gu Anning beside him, draped in his military jacket, as if a fire ignited uncontrollably in his mind. He grabbed his somewhat disheveled shirt and shouted, "Do you still have the face to sit here?"

Lin Wanqiu is his wife, but the truth is that he does not love her. She is merely an ordinary woman, and at the moment she was abandoned, she felt a deep despair. The taut string in her heart finally snapped with a clear sound.

Bai Shubei was taken aback, his mind buzzing as if it had exploded.

Gao He furrowed his brows slightly, turning around thoughtfully. Bai Shubei said no more and directly reached out to push open the hospital room door that separated him from Lin Wanqiu

She can only be even kinder to Mengmeng, to the point that even Mengmeng finds it strange: "Mom, what's wrong with you lately? Are you not feeling well?"

Bai Shubei stood frozen in place, his mind suddenly blank. He did not expect that Lin Wanqiu's first words upon waking would be this, and that she did not even want to see him at all

Bai Shubei inserted his long fingers into his hair, closing his eyes in pain. The movement was too vigorous, pulling at the wound on his shoulder. Although it had been treated, it still throbbed with excruciating pain

She wishes to get a divorce and hopes that you can support her in this decision

Looking at the somewhat provocative female doctor in front of him, Bai Shubei could guess some of the reasons behind it. She must have a good relationship with Gao He, otherwise she would not harbor inexplicable hostility towards him

Or perhaps his sunshine was given to others, while all the repressed and dark things within him were bestowed upon Lin Wanqiu. He had once despised her, feeling that she had desecrated the sacred term "mother," and even contemplated humiliating her

How should I put it? Gao He spoke with a harsh tone, and along with it, he developed an inexplicable hostility towards Gu Anning. "Do you think that the person before you is still the upright and resolute Bai Shubei you believe him to be? He is nothing but a shameless scoundrel, a despicable hypocrite who shamelessly exploits a woman's love for her child to inflict harm on her.

He seemed remarkably composed, his tall figure bypassing that inexplicable female doctor as he intended to head towards the operating room, yet his mind was already in disarray.

The afternoon sunlight flowed quietly over the town, as Lin Wanqiu sat in the back seat, her feet mechanically following his steps. No matter what Bai Shubei did, she always found herself involuntarily guessing his intentions

He was extremely happy on the way back, like a child, constantly raising his hand to look at the ring on his ring finger: "It should have a word engraved inside, preferably your name."

Lin Wanqiu felt his gaze meet hers, it was too complex, yet she understood it at a glance

Bai Shubei paused for a moment, his voice hoarse: "Child—"

This remark seemed to have provoked Bai Shubei, and the man immediately darkened his expression: "Whether I bring it or not is my business. Do you only see money and Mengmeng in your eyes?"

"Shubei, where are you going?" Gu Anning pressed for an answer, but he remained silent and directly exited the inpatient department

Mengmeng blinked her eyes and then broke into a smile, saying: "So it turns out that Mom made a mistake, and now she is trying to please Mengmeng?"

Lin Wanqiu bit her lower lip and remained silent, merely lowering her head to gaze at the drops of bright red blood at her feet, which gradually spread before her eyes, resembling a vibrant rose

Lin Wanqiu looked at him and smiled: "What I made cannot be bought."

Lin Wanqiu tightly clutched the tie of her bathrobe, her throat tightening in waves as she gazed at his tall and slender figure, and in the end, she gently walked over.

Lin Wanqiu and Gu Anning were subsequently taken to an abandoned warehouse, where the two were bound together back to back

Bai Shubei stood with his back to her, and she could not see the changes in his expression; she could only see the cigarette between his fingers burning down to a large ash. His voice, carried by the gentle night breeze, drifted into her ears, its tone so soft that it made her heart feel tender.

She has never shown the playful petulance that should exist between couples in front of him; perhaps it is because she is always so understanding that he... continues to ignore her, thinking that she will always be understanding

At that time, Bai Shuben had completely lost his sanity, and even Gu Anning, who was trembling on the side, couldn't comfort him in time. In his eyes, there was only that slender and fragile woman... Will she die?

Lin Wanqiu stood frozen in place, as if drenched from head to toe with a bucket of water, yet her heart was not only trembling from the cold, but also seemed somewhat numb.

Although Bai Shubei does not understand silverware, she knows that polishing it is quite troublesome. She lowered her voice and said in her ear: "Isn't it available for purchase outside?"

Bai Shubei's expression was so dark it seemed capable of dripping water, his gaze fixed on him with a fierce, blood-red intensity, his entire being filled with a sense of hostility yet unable to unleash it. He had never felt so suffocated in his life

Thinking about the choices she made in the warehouse, her sad expression at the time, he really didn't expect things to turn out like this.

Mr. Bai Shubei remained silent, with his eyes slightly lowered, lost in thought. Gu Anning bit her lip and asked softly, "Have you...married Miss Lin?"

At the same time, Lin Wanqiu and Gu Anning looked up at him, while Bai Shubei's gaze seemed to drift somewhere else. He stood in place, and apart from his clenched fists, it was difficult to discern his true emotions at that moment

Bai Shubei's fists were almost crushed; he could sense their fear. Although Lin Wanqiu was trying her best to endure, the terror in her eyes made his heart ache.

When Bai Shubei arrived at the hospital, Lin Wanqiu had already been transferred to the observation room. Gao He happened to come out of the ward and his expression suddenly turned cold when he saw him.

Gu Anning's eyes were red, and her fingers nervously twisted the hem of her clothes. Bai Shubei was silent for a moment before nodding and said: "I wanted to tell you earlier that Uncle Gu is afraid you might not be able to accept it right after waking up"

At the moment he entered, his heart was almost pounding in his throat, and his throat was extremely dry. It was only after passing through the entrance that he saw the person lying on the hospital bed

Bai Shubei's chest heaved violently, resembling an enraged wild beast, with the veins on his forehead throbbing furiously.

The doctor and Gao He exchanged a few words, and then Gao He entered the operating room. Bai Shubei raised his foot to follow, but was stopped by the doctor: "I’m sorry, the patient is feeling very low and does not wish to see you"

Bai Shubei looked at Lin Wanqu's face, pale as paper, with beads of sweat forming at his temples. He wished he could rush forward without a care, but upon seeing the gun, he restrained himself and could only shout with red eyes: "Chen Zhao, what is the point of making things difficult for a woman? Wouldn't it be more fulfilling to deal with me instead?"

Lin Wanqiu felt that with Chen Zhao's words, Gu Anning trembled even more violently; her fingers, which were close to her, seemed to be frozen, devoid of any warmth.

Indeed, Chen Zhao let out a cold laugh, the muzzle of the gun precisely aimed at Lin Wanqiu's occiput: "With her in my grasp, what do I have to fear"

He looked at her nervously, as he was not good at explaining things and had never comforted a woman before. This time, he was even more at a loss on how to console her. In the past, Lin Wanqiu was very obedient; a few sweet words from him would make her snuggle up to him obediently.

He is usually very lazy, and every time he gives Lin Wanqiu the household expenses, he simply puts it directly into this drawer. He never paid attention to it in the past few times, but upon closer inspection, it seems that the money inside hasn't changed much.

Gu Anning stood in place, watching his ever-changing expression, yet still walked over: "Miss Lin is currently... in a fit of anger, just wait, and it will get better."

What happened? Standing behind her, I curiously wrapped my arm around her shoulder and asked, "What are you daydreaming about?"

The rope was tied very tightly, and Lin Wanqiu's hands could hardly move. Her mouth was completely blocked by a handkerchief, preventing her from making any sound. She could only feel Gu Anning trembling slightly, as if she were very scared

Lin Wanqiu, in sync with the little one's movements, felt a gentle nuzzle against her temple as Mengmeng said: "Mom, don't worry, no matter what you do wrong, Mengmeng will always forgive you, because Mengmeng loves you"

She looked at her incredulously, enough to convey her astonishment and shock

Bai Shubei held the plain silver ring in the palm of his hand, feeling a strange emotion flowing within him

Bai Shubei furrowed his brows, helplessly sitting in the shop watching Lin Wanqu fall and the old woman learn and make things on the spot. It must be said that Lin Wanqu has some talent in this area, and she is very attentive, taking the process particularly seriously

Indeed, Gu Anning must not know that Bai Shubei has gotten married

Bai Shubei was slightly taller than Gao He. He silently looked at Gao He for a while, his thin lips moving slightly: "My wife is in emergency care, why can't I be here?"

Bai Shubei stood still, gazing at Lin Wanqu's pale face, which was marked by tears. Her head hung lower and lower, yet he still caught sight of the heart-wrenching smile at the corner of her mouth. That smile... it felt as if his heart had been brutally sliced open.

Without mentioning which one he truly cares about in his heart, his first recognition is to protect Gu Anning, who has just recovered from a serious illness, but as a man, he will not give up on anyone.

He suddenly changed direction and stood beside Lin Wanqiu: "I almost fell for your trick. You guessed my thoughts and knew that I would first let the person you care about die, so you wouldn't foolishly make a real choice. In fact, what you care about is her, right?"

Chen Zhao was momentarily taken aback upon hearing this. He did not expect Bai Shubei to actually make a choice. How could someone as astute as Bai Shubei be naive enough to think that he would let one of them go

As soon as the words fell, I then saw the woman across from me, who was similarly bound. Her mouth was sealed with black tape, rendering her unable to speak, yet her eyes were wide open in shock.

In the next second, the gun's muzzle was repositioned. Lin Wanqiu could not see it, but she could guess that it was aimed at Gu Anning

Bai Shubei is still coaxing her, and she can almost be certain of who the other party is. The only one who could make him so patiently lull her to sleep, apart from Mengmeng, must be that person.

She hurriedly ran, panting, and finally caught up with his pace as they entered the elevator. However, this man maintained a sullen expression, his face pale and devoid of color, yet he inexplicably instilled a sense of fear in others. Even the other people in the elevator could sense the terrifying aura emanating from him, frequently glancing sideways.

"I am sorry," Gu Anning suddenly said, looking up at him. "If it weren't for what I went through before... you should explain it well to Miss Lin, she will listen."

Lin Wanqiu shook her head, looking at the child's clear eyes, and hesitantly asked: "Mengmeng, if Mommy makes a mistake, will you forgive me?"

The back of my head was hit again, and everything in front of me became completely blurred; I could neither see nor hear, and even my sense of feeling was gradually fading away

Being beaten and insulted are merely light matters, perhaps ... ... it really could lead to death

Finally

Bai Shubei's breath hitched, his thin lips pressed tightly together, and after a long while, he finally asked: "What?"

After she finished watching, her hands trembled as she wanted to delete it, but it felt almost like self-harm; she stared at the screen yet hesitated to take action.

His tone was calm, showing no signs of panic at all. There was a slight dust on his shiny leather shoes, yet he still appeared full of authority and strength

Do not say anything! Lin Wanqiu interrupted him, and seeing Gu Anning's increasingly astonished expression, her heart sank to the bottom.

The Zhixia Sanatorium is also pressing for updates, and Lin Wanqiu is under immense psychological pressure, yet she has no place to express her feelings. She also did not dare to tell Zhixia, as she did not want to worry him; his condition is improving.

Bai Shubei's gaze subtly swept outside the window: "Do you think you can escape? There are no other exits here. With just the four of you, can you handle me?"

After returning from the Summer Resort, Lin Wanqiu became increasingly silent. She repeatedly pondered what to do next, but the child was her greatest source of worry.

Chen Zhao walked over slowly, picked up the gun and rubbed it, laughing ominously: "Even a hero finds it hard to resist the allure of a beautiful woman, and Bai Shubei is no exception. Let me guess, which woman is making you so nervous"

Lin Wanqiu was forcefully held by her ponytail, her chin being raised involuntarily

The wounds on his body began to ache again, and the doctor forbade him from moving. Yet, he recklessly ran back, but seeing this was far more distressing than the sharp pain caused by the wounds

Gu Anning, who was standing nearby, noticed his furrowed brow and the pallor of his face. She wanted to reach out to support him, but in the end, she retracted her outstretched fingers, only managing to say softly, "Be careful of the wound"

As the days went by, Lin Wanqiu received several more multimedia messages from that unfamiliar number during this period, the content of which was almost identical, consisting mainly of photos of Bai Shubei and Gu Anning in close proximity to each other

Fortunately, she did not dare to believe it again; it seems that only now is she beginning to see the matter regarding Bai Shubei a little more clearly

Bai Shubei furrowed his brows, his breathing still somewhat heavy: "I know my limits, you should rest well."

When Lin Wanqiu was shoved into the car, she was still struggling: "Who are you people!"

Chen Zhao's thinking is somewhat different from that of other normal individuals. Previously, Bai Shubei had crossed paths with Chen Zhao and was quite familiar with his methods. Abnormal thinking is always perplexing, yet Bai Shubei has managed to grasp it to some extent

However

That day, after Lin Wanqiu had sent Mengmeng to kindergarten, she was preparing to take the subway back to the store. However, just as she reached the corner of the street, a van suddenly rushed out from the opposite side. The door swung open like lightning, and two men quickly jumped down.

She wishes to get a divorce and hopes that you can support her in this decision

This oppressive and dull life continued for a long time, until that day when everything exploded

Are you able to sleep now? You have just recovered, so make sure to rest well

Bai Shubei looked at it with suspicion, and suddenly felt a strange sensation in his heart. With trembling fingers, he opened it, and the first multimedia message left him feeling icy all over, his back drenched in cold sweat

Lin Wanqiu found it somewhat strange; based on her previous understanding of Gu Anning, she did not seem to be the type of person who would easily become flustered

Gu Anning stood not far from him and could not help but advise him: "Shubei, you should first ... take a rest and let Miss Lin calm down."

Bai Shubei felt extremely heavy-headed as he slowly propped himself up on the mattress and sat on the bed

The man beside raised his eyebrows and leaned back in his chair, smiling as he said: "I apologize, I do not wish to implicate the innocent either, but Bai Shubei caused my brother's death, and I must take revenge for this grievance"

Bai Shubei looked at the nickname above, and her eyes involuntarily turned red. She had never called him by his name; she had always referred to him as "Mr. Bai." Usually, she would shyly call him "Shubei," or when they were in bed, she would affectionately call him "husband" as he coaxed her.

Having loved for so long, loving without any restraint or self-respect, ultimately it is a self-inflicted humiliation

Bai Shubei was taken aback, and the chill on his face seemed capable of freezing someone to death: "What does this mean?"

Chen Zhao, I came alone as you instructed and released them

Is it still her

He wanted to reach out and embrace her, but his hand, raised halfway, fell back down dejectedly. He hesitated, suddenly feeling afraid to touch her, fearing that he would be pushed away with disdain.

Everything seems to be unraveling like peeling silk, and recalling Lin Wanqiu's previous oddities, everything has been explained. Yet he had been neglectful all along, and she had silently endured for so long without showing any signs of abnormality

Gu Anning stood in place, speechless with shock. Was that man with the crimson gaze and a fierce expression truly Bai Shubei? Moreover, he was also injured.

Lin Wanqiu, feeling helpless, still crafted a simple silver ring for him. This was much more convenient, and she had gained some experience, making it even better than the auspicious lock.

He directly made a phone call without seeking her consent, and only after hanging up did he turn his back to her and say: "I want to be alone for a while"

What kind of mood does she face him with every day

The old woman glanced at her from beneath her glasses, seemingly a bit surprised: "This is quite troublesome to do"

Bai Shubei's companion, Gu Anning, widened her eyes in disbelief as she looked at Gao He: "Gao He, how can you say that about him"

Indeed, Bai Shubei arrived very quickly; the old warehouse door was kicked open, and his tall figure stood quietly in the center of the warehouse like a straight and tall pine tree

Bai Shubei's footsteps slowed slightly as he replied in a low voice, "But only I can unravel the knots in her heart"

The attending physician was very young, having removed her mask to reveal her delicate features. She furrowed her brows as she glanced at Gao He, then at Bai Shubei, and in her dark eyes, a hint of an unclear emotion seemed to flash: "The adult is fine."

Bai Shubei fell silent for a few seconds, then said: "I know I have done many wrong things. I will make it up to you in the future, and I will never deceive you again, alright?"

Gu Anning knew that this was no longer the Bai Shubei who had once loved her. She had been in a deep slumber for so many years; she had not changed, but he would not still be standing there waiting.

She fears that one day her child will learn about her surrogacy. The child is still young; will they truly understand her struggles?

Bai Shubei informed Lin Wanqu that they would stay for one night at this summer resort, and he seemed to be in an exceptionally good mood, patiently coaxing her. In the afternoon, he took her around to explore, renting a bicycle in a nearby town to tour the ancient town.

What significance does it hold after all?

The chin was gripped once more, and in the blurred vision appeared the twisted and terrifying face of Chen Zhao, the cold muzzle of the gun wandering across the face: "You look even more beautiful than before now, White Team, what do you think?"

Bai Shubei's expression became even more unpleasant: "Are you going to do it or not?"

Bai Shubei glanced at the furious Gao He across from him and, for the first time, did not retort with cold disdain

Bai Shubei nearly crushed the phone in his hand. Regardless of who had such ulterior motives, the first thing he needed to do now was to explain to Lin Wanqiu. If he did not clarify, the misunderstandings between them would only deepen.

The distance was somewhat far, and the man's features were slightly blurred. He appeared like a lurking wolf in the shadows against the light. Lin Wanqiu could not see his true expression, but she felt his gaze linger here for a moment, unsure of whom he was watching

Lin Wanqiu's mind was a blank, unable to recall anything, or perhaps, unwilling to think.

Perhaps he had done these things with Gu Anning as well? Thinking this way made her somewhat disinterested in everything, but she did not want to go against Bai Shubei; she was not in the mood to argue with him now

At the bottom of the drawer, there was a black notebook. Bai Shubei took it out and opened it, finding that it contained some numbers. After looking at it for a while, he understood. This should be the account book used by Lin Wanqiu, as there were plus and minus signs in front of the numbers, suggesting that after taking some away, she might have added some back.

Chen Zhao smiled sickly as he turned Lin Wanqiu's blood-stained face towards Bai Shubei