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Ji Yu was somewhat curious as to why he disyed such an expression.

"I heard from Tian that we used to be pretty close. Even if I’ve lost my memory, I definitely wouldn’tpletely forget you. At the very least, when I see you, there’s a sense of familiarity."

She thought about the past and suddenly realized these matters did need some serious consideration. Otherwise, she’d have to rely on others around her to remind her when running into familiar people.

"I know that, it’s just that I’m still a little unwilling to ept it."

Unwilling that he hadn’t been the one to find Ji Yu first. If when Ji Yu met him, she didn’t remember Gu Qixiao, would he maybe have had a chance with her?

Just thinking about that possibility made his heart ache deeply.

Ji Yu didn’t understand why he was feeling such pain. In any case, the atmosphere during this meal felt somewhat off.

"Since you’re a big star, you should be a bit careful. If you get photographed, it might be hard to exinter."

"That won’t happen. Everyone knows we’re just friends." The fact that he harbored unspoken feelings for her was something only he knew.

Such circumstances had already be far too familiar to him.

Even the paparazzi were aware that there was nothing special between them, letting them fall under the radar when it came to photographing them.

Ji Yu looked at him and couldn’t help butugh. "It seems like we are indeed very familiar with each other—so familiar that even when photographed before, it was only seen as a friendship. That reminds me of Wang Baiquan. You should know that if he wants to mess with you, he’ll definitely use something like this to his advantage."

Wang Baiquan didn’t appear to be someone kind and good-hearted. If anything, he would undoubtedly retaliate in the end.

Ji Yu wasn’t worried, though. After all, Gu Qixiao was by her side. With him around, everything seemed secure and without unexpected oues.

"I understand." Lu Xingchen was also aware that crossing Wang Baiquan wasn’t a wise move. However, what the man had done was truly excessive. If it weren’t for his behavior, Ji Yu wouldn’t have gotten upset in the first ce.

"Yu, I’ll take care of myself, and you should protect yourself as well. If, at some point, you and Gu Qixiao end up getting married, please let me know, okay?" He smiled at Ji Yu, but for reasons he couldn’t exin, there was a bitter ache in his heart.

Ji Yu didn’t suspect a thing. "Of course, I’d definitely invite you. Having dinner with you tonight, somehow it feels like your heart is carrying so many thoughts. If you don’t mind, you can share them with me. If you do mind, then just let go and forget about all those awful things."

She didn’t want to see Lu Xingchen continue with a face filled with worry.

And yet, she didn’t realize how being this close to him only deepened his feelings of longing. He’d never imagined being so captivated by someone. Seeing Ji Yu like this, his heart felt on the verge of breaking.

"I’ll do my best to forget."

Between them, it seemed there’d always been missed opportunities. If, in the beginning, he’d just been a bit braver, would things have turned out differently?

As this thought struck him, the two of them stepped out of the restaurant. Gu Qixiao was nearby, standing not far away and waiting for Ji Yu. She visibly brightened up when she saw him.

"Let’s meet again sometime. I have to go home now."

Yes, Ji Yu would eventually go home—to the home that belonged to her and Gu Qixiao. For Lu Xingchen, there was no chance for them to be anything more.

He swallowed the bitterness in his heart, raised the corners of his mouth, and smiled as he said, "Head back. See you next time."

Gu Qixiao observed his demeanor and easily figured out that this, perhaps, was the point at which Lu Xingchen was ready to give up.

This rival in love was indeed tough to deal with. But in the end, his bravery fell short, ensuring that he was destined to miss out.

"Gu Qixiao, what are you staring at?"

"Nothing. I was just thinking that this guy seems to be pretty nice to you." Naturally, he’d never point out Lu Xingchen’s true feelings for her. Besides, he and Ji Yu already had a child together—why would he bother dwelling on these matters?

Ji Yu knew Lu Xingchen treated her well. "That’s how friends are—of course they’re good to me. Come on, let’s head back together."

She was beginning to miss the child.

After returning home, Ji Yu immediately rushed to the child’s side. Looking at the tiny bundle already fast asleep, Ji Yu’s eyes sparkled with delight.

"Such an adorable little munchkin." Truly, her precious baby.

Gu Qixiao, however, looked at her rather woefully. "Yu, every time youe back home, you forget all about me."

Ji Yu couldn’t help butugh; she hadn’t expected him to wear such an expression. "Gu Qixiao, at this point, you’re stillpeting for attention with a child?"

They were practically on the verge of getting married; such things shouldn’t matter anymore.

But clearly, Gu Qixiao still looked forward to having time alone with Ji Yu.

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When Ji Yu found herself cornered with no options left, she set the child aside and followed Gu Qixiao to rest.

However, Gu Qixiao apparently had no intention of taking things further with her.

"You’re clinging to me, yet you don’t want to do anything. What’s going on?"

"You need to rest properly right now. Besides, you’ve already been through so much. If I kept bothering you, what kind of person would that make me?" He knew this well in his heart.

Leaning against Gu Qixiao’s chest, Ji Yu suddenly felt that his warmth was deeply reassuring—so much so that she could foresee her future happiness.

Yet, both of them still had plenty to keep them busy. Such quiet moments, they could only grasp in the evenings.

The next morning, Ji Yu was sluggish getting to work.

"Alright, go focus on your work." Gu Qixiao ruffled her hair before sending her off to Chongxin.

Ji Yu barely managed to rally herself when she heardmotion nearby.

"Sister Yu, something’s wrong. That man named Wang Baiquan is causing trouble again! And this time, he’s brought a lot of people—they look like they intend to tear down Chongxin!"

Ji Yu raised an eyebrow, clearly unshaken by developments like this.

Looking calmly at the tools Wang Baiquan’s hired men carried, her expression remained indifferent. "Wang Baiquan, do you really think this is going to scare me? All you’re doing is provoking me further—you’re making me despise you even more. What’s more, everything you’re doing here ispletely pointless. I’m not going to amodate you or even give you a second thought."

She had no interest in getting entangled with someone like him.

It was obvious—he’d likely never follow medical advice anyway.

"Ji Yu, I just want my face to return to normal. Your hospital has sessfully helped so many people, why not me? Why are you refusing to help me?"

He still couldn’t understand. Did Ji Yu not care about earning money?

"Well, I’m sorry, but I’m truly not interested in this case." Ji Yu’s gaze was icy as she stared at the man before her.