Ch 132: A Detailed Discussion; Shen Mingyue Cried
On the other hand, Gu Yuanzhou and Shen Mingyue had already arrived home. Along the way, the two people had no communication whatsoever; even Nannan noticed the abnormality and dared not even breathe.
But she didn’t know why the adults were angry, thinking that Shen Mingyue was worried about her biological mother’s matter.
So after getting out of the car, Nannan cautiously grabbed Shen Mingyue’s hand.
“Mama, in Nannan’s eyes, you are my real mother. I only recognize you as my mother. Don’t be angry with Nannan, okay?”
Seeing Nannan’s appearance, Shen Mingyue realized that her facial expression was too unpleasant. Although children don’t understand much, Nannan has been bullied since she was young, and she is very good at reading people’s facial expressions.
Feeling remorseful, she quickly knelt down, picked up the child, and gently comforted her.
“Don’t worry, Mama is not angry with you. You are the most well-behaved child in this world. Mama doesn’t require you to like anyone; as long as you are happy. Sun Hongmei is your biological mother, and it’s normal for you to have feelings for her. I won’t mind, but you must learn to discern right from wrong and not let yourself be taken advantage of.”
Listening to Shen Mingyue’s tender voice, Nannan finally stopped crying and smiled, quickly hugging Shen Mingyue and promising.
“I don’t like her; I only like you. I only recognize you as my mother.”
Shen Mingyue’s mood improved a little, and she kissed Nannan’s chubby little face.
“Do you want to watch television? Today you are allowed to watch for a little longer. After watching, go do your homework, okay?”
Nannan nodded heavily and kissed Shen Mingyue’s face as well.
Gu Yuanzhou stood awkwardly aside, listening to Shen Mingyue’s words, his heart in turmoil.
He wanted to have a good chat with Shen Mingyue, but she didn’t even give him a glance, directly ignoring him.
Seeing Shen Mingyue holding the child to watch television, Gu Yuanzhou couldn’t help but touch his nose.
At this time, the others hadn’t returned yet, and no one was taking care of the child, so he couldn’t say anything. He could only move to sit next to the sofa and watch television together.
When Gu Jianjun and the others returned, Nannan was carried away by Tian Shufang.
Gu Yuanzhou glanced at Shen Mingyue and softly said, “Mingyue, I want to talk to you.”
Shen Mingyue stared intently at the television, as if she hadn’t heard, making Gu Yuanzhou feel embarrassed.
Gu Sisi and Gu Yuanyang looked at the two people with gossiping expressions.
They didn’t expect the older brother to be so humble. Today’s news was really explosive, and it was difficult for people to accept for a while.
After a long while, Shen Mingyue stood up and walked to the room.
“What are you still doing? Come here.”
Gu Yuanzhou straightened his spine. Well, she’s calling him.
Seeing the second brother almost immediately jump up, Gu Yuanyang and Gu Sisi looked at each other, their mouths wide open in surprise.
Gu Yuanzhou followed closely behind Shen Mingyue, like a prisoner awaiting judgment.
Shen Mingyue entered the room and sat on the sofa. Gu Yuanzhou closed the door and sat opposite Shen Mingyue with a tense face.
Shen Mingyue’s gaze was fixed on Gu Yuanzhou, her eyes showing no emotion.
Gu Yuanzhou had never been so nervous as today. Even the first time he went to the negotiating table, he wasn’t this flustered.
She originally wanted to find a chance to have a showdown with Shen Mingyue, but unexpectedly, things happened suddenly, and she had to have a showdown earlier than planned.
Shen Mingyue didn’t speak, and Gu Yuanzhou didn’t know how to start.
But things had come to this point, so he could only grit his teeth and beg for forgiveness.
“Mingyue, I’m sorry. I should have told you earlier; I shouldn’t have hidden it. But listen to my explanation; there is a reason for all of this.”
Even though he was nervous, he didn’t show it. Gu Yuanzhou softened his tone, wanting Shen Mingyue to calm down.
“Speak; I’m listening.”
Shen Mingyue’s expression remained cold.
Gu Yuanzhou’s heart lifted. He was a smart person; why did he make such a mistake in this matter? Thinking of this, he couldn’t help but regret it.
“Many times before, I wanted to have a showdown with you. I implicitly asked you several times. Do you remember your answer last time? You said you hated the man at the guesthouse that night the most. I didn’t dare tell you; I was afraid you would hate me. I cherish our fate and treat you as my spouse, I…”
At this point, Gu Yuanzhou was at a loss for words. No matter how much he explained, he couldn’t cover up his mistake.
This kind of thing is indeed very hurtful, and Shen Mingyue’s reaction is normal.
Shen Mingyue looked at Gu Yuanzhou, her facial expression beginning to crack. Her composure was feigned. Who could remain calm when encountering such a thing?
All these days, she had enjoyed Gu Yuanzhou’s kindness towards her, while feeling extremely guilty at the same time, thinking that things had come to this point, she couldn’t have an abortion and let Old Master Gu’s health deteriorate.
She could only grit her teeth and give birth to the two children, even though the origin of these two children was unclear. As a mother, she had to raise them to adulthood. She had even thought of the worst possible outcome.
The man that night was none other than Gu Hongbin.
If so, why didn’t he tell her at the beginning?
Shen Mingyue felt a mix of emotions in her heart: happiness, anger, and shame.
But in front of so many people just now, she couldn’t show it.
Now that they were in a closed space, Shen Mingyue didn’t want to pretend anymore.
Gu Yuanzhou thought he would be met with Shen Mingyue’s scolding, but after waiting for a long time, Shen Mingyue didn’t say anything; instead, she cried.
She was extremely beautiful, with charming eyes. At this moment, two lines of tears flowed down her cheeks.
Gu Yuanzhou suddenly widened his eyes, his heart feeling like it had been hit hard.
He would rather Shen Mingyue beat and scold him to vent her emotions than see her cry.
Since the two of them met, Shen Mingyue’s impression in his mind was that of a strong and independent woman.
No matter how critical the situation, she could always remain calm.
But now, she was crying, and crying so sadly.
Gu Yuanzhou instantly felt like a millennial criminal.
He hurriedly got up, sat next to Shen Mingyue, and gently wiped away the tears from her cheeks with his slender fingers. Gu Yuanzhou, who had always remained calm under pressure, now had a worried expression on his face.
“Mingyue, I’m sorry; it’s all my fault. You can beat me or scold me, but don’t cry.”
With his comfort, Shen Mingyue cried even harder.
It had been just a quiet sob, but now it was an unrestrained cry.
Along the way, Shen Mingyue had also been under a lot of pressure. She had even disliked herself, feeling unclean and unworthy of a man like Gu Yuanzhou.
But she was also an ordinary woman. When she met such a good man, how could she bear to let go so easily?
Unexpectedly, the truth was like this.
Gu Yuanzhou didn’t know what to say anymore; he just held Shen Mingyue tightly.
At this moment, he thought of the question Zhou Xiaofei asked him a while ago.
Zhou Xiaofei asked him if he liked Shen Mingyue? At that time, he didn’t understand, but now he did.
He definitely liked her; no, it was more than liking.
Because his heart had never ached like this before, and he had never felt so heartbroken for a girl.
At this moment, even if he had to give his heart away, he would be willing.
Shen Mingyue cried enough and then looked at Gu Yuanzhou with swollen eyes.
“Why didn’t you say it earlier? Do you know how agonizing it has been for me these days? Many times I wanted to confess to you, but I couldn’t bear to. I was afraid that if I told you, you would dislike me, and I would no longer be your wife. I am so selfish, so I have been burdened with guilt and getting along with you. I wanted to stand by your side legitimately, and I wanted to work hard to become better and not shame you. Since you already knew, why didn’t you tell me? What were you thinking?”
Gu Yuanzhou felt his heart break after hearing this.
Shen Mingyue was like this; he was no different.
He was also afraid that if he spoke up, Shen Mingyue would dislike him because of what happened before; he was no different from a beast.
“I’m sorry; it’s all my fault. I also wanted to say it, but I was afraid you would hate me. Mingyue, hit me; vent your grievances. I don’t want to see you like this.”
At this moment, Gu Yuanzhou’s eyes also turned red. He rarely showed his emotions in front of outsiders, but seeing Shen Mingyue like this, he couldn’t control his heart.
After venting her emotions, Shen Mingyue felt much better.
They both had the same thoughts, caring for each other, which is why this misunderstanding lasted so long.
They both were wrong, but it seemed like they weren’t wrong either.
“Why would I hit you? If you are wrong, I am even more wrong. Knowing that the children in my belly are not your older brother’s, I still used this relationship to marry you. I am even worse than you; compared to you, I am the most shameless.”
Shen Mingyue laughed at herself and couldn’t help but lower her head.
How could Gu Yuanzhou bear to hear this? He reached out and held her hand tightly in his palm,
“Mingyue, don’t say that. What you did was already great. You took good care of Nannan and pulled Old Master Gu back from the brink of death. As a woman, in the countryside, you didn’t have a better choice. And you were forced back then. No girl wants to encounter such a thing. The wrong person is always the perpetrator, never the victim.”
Gu Yuanzhou patiently persuaded her, afraid that Shen Mingyue would think too much.
Hearing Gu Yuanzhou’s words, Shen Mingyue knew that she hadn’t made a mistake in choosing him.
“You don’t need to comfort me. I am a little selfish; I know that. But I promise I won’t be like this in the future.”
Gu Yuanzhou hugged her again.
“Since you are wrong, and I am also wrong, then let’s call it even, okay? Don’t resent me, okay?”
Gu Yuanzhou’s tone was full of pleading.
Shen Mingyue suddenly burst into laughter, thinking about this matter, she also found it coincidental.
How could there be such a coincidence in the world? He happened to be Gu Hongbin’s younger brother; she happened to stay at the guesthouse that day, and the bad guy happened to target her.
Before, Shen Mingyue didn’t believe in fate, but now she did.
Some things are really destined by God, and there’s no escaping them.
“I don’t resent you, but you can’t hate me either. Let’s pinky swear.”
Shen Mingyue stretched out her pinky finger to pinky swear with Gu Yuanzhou.
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