Oops, I had a ONS With My Secret Ex-husband
Chapter 74: Greed

Chapter 74: Chapter 74: Greed

"I don’t have such intentions, but if it were you, I could temporarily accept it."

He put on a righteous and selfless act.

But this child wasn’t Ji Yu’s fault either.

"This child came into your life before I did—there was no way to avoid it. Besides, I’ve long been aware of your marriage, but aren’t you single now?"

With words like that, Ji Yu felt she was about to hand him an award for audacity.

Does this guy seriously have no issues?

"To be honest, President Gu, I don’t think there’s any need for you to be so humble about who you like. Why keep entangling yourself with me like this?"

If word got out, probably no one would believe it.

"Why can’t you accept me? If you can go on dates with Lu Xingchen, why can’t we?"

Ji Yu was baffled. "When did I ever go on a date with Xingchen?"

All they did was have a meal together, wasn’t it?

She felt this accusation was utter slander.

"Your relationship with Lu Xingchen has been buzzing on the internet for a while now. I don’t mind if you have a past with him."

Gu Qixiao spoke with an air of utter confidence, as if this matter were crystal clear in his mind.

For a brief moment, Ji Yu wondered if he was doing this on purpose. "What good does looking at those online rumors do? Xingchen has a career in the entertainment industry; how could he casually have a girlfriend? We’re just friends."

Gu Qixiao suppressed the smile threatening to curl his lips. He was thoroughly satisfied with this answer. "Since that’s the case and there’s no one else by your side, why not me?"

Great—after all this back and forth, it circled right back to square one.

Ji Yu rubbed her temple in frustration. "Who I am close to has nothing to do with you."

If not for the fact that he carried significant financial clout, Ji Yu doubted she would’ve bothered with him today.

"I owe you a personal favor, yes, but the relationship between us can only ever remain as friends."

Getting too close to Gu Qixiao wouldn’t be good; if he discovered the truth about the child, things could get messy.

"Now that we’ve finished talking about the foundation, maybe you, President Gu, should head back to work. Don’t let it be said later that I caused you to neglect your duties."

Ji Yu’s demeanor was icy, once again reminding Gu Qixiao of just how difficult she could be at times.

He grabbed Ji Yu’s wrist, meeting her indifferent gaze with some dissatisfaction in his heart. "It seems that Doctor Ji really is the type to use people and discard them."

Ji Yu arched an eyebrow. "Oh? And yet President Gu dares to pursue me? Aren’t you scared I’ll be the first to use you up and toss you aside?"

Unfortunately for her, Gu Qixiao was brimming with confidence. "That definitely won’t happen."

The man was insufferably self-assured.

But Gu Qixiao did have other things to attend to next and didn’t press her further.

"Yu, I will keep pursuing you."

With that, he made a quick getaway from her office before Ji Yu could react.

Once Ji Yu processed what he had just called her, her expression turned slightly awkward. She developed a renewed understanding of Gu Qixiao’s shamelessness.

"Doctor Ji, are you feeling unwell? Your face seems a little red."

"It’s nothing—it’s probably just because I didn’t turn on the air conditioning." She certainly couldn’t admit it was the nickname "Yu" that brought up old memories.

That name was only used by people from the orphanage...

She was keenly aware that the "Yu" Gu Qixiao had called her was without a doubt that one.

Her expression became slightly dazed as she inevitably started reminiscing about the past.

"Yu?"

"President Gu, haven’t you said enough—" Ji Yu turned around, but it was Ji Yuanzhou standing there, her words awkwardly freezing in her throat.

"Brother, how do you have time to visit me today?" She felt a bit clumsy, unsure of what to say.

Ji Yuanzhou had overheard her call for President Gu, so he figured someone must have been there earlier.

"I came to see if you were done with work. Mom said you’d probably be visiting Granny Li’s resting place today, so she asked me to join you in paying respects."

Today marked a month since Granny Li passed away.

Ji Yu had been deeply affected by her passing and was still struggling with the loss.

They all knew how much Granny Li had cared for Ji Yu and wanted to show their respects too.

"Thank you."

Ji Yu didn’t know what else to say. Their remembering this meant so much to her.

The two walked to the cemetery in silence.

When they arrived at Granny Li’s resting place, the orphanage director was already there, chatting softly by the grave.

Seeing them approach, she seemed a bit surprised.

"Director Mom, how did you get here so early?"

Worried about her health, Ji Yu quickly fetched her a coat.

The director smiled kindly. "I came to see Granny Li. It’s been a month since she left, and I still haven’t gotten used to it."

They had been old companions at the orphanage, and her absence left an undeniable void.

Ji Yu felt a deep pang of sadness. "How have you been lately, Director Mom? How are the new volunteers?"

"They’re fine overall. You don’t need to worry about the orphanage; as long as I’m here, no harm will come to the children."

She patted Ji Yu’s hand gently before glancing curiously at Ji Yuanzhou. "And this young man is...?"

"This is my brother."

It had been so long since they last met that the director didn’t entirely recall Ji Yuanzhou.

"Ah, one of the Ji family’s children—how thoughtful of you to come."

The director was moved by their support for Ji Yu all these years.

But she couldn’t help but wonder why Gu Qixiao wasn’t by Ji Yu’s side. "What about that other gentleman...?"

"Director Mom, there’s nothing between us. Granny Li was confused at the time, which was why he played along."

Ji Yu had always believed this to be true.

Besides, Gu Qixiao hadn’t shown any romantic intent back then.

"Is that so? That’s a pity. I was hoping someone could take care of you."

The director didn’t push the topic further. They reminisced about the past and talked about the kids at the orphanage.

Ji Yuanzhou couldn’t help but feel gratitude for the director and Granny Li.

"If it hadn’t been for you back then, Yu wouldn’t have joined our family. We owe you so much."

The director simply smiled and shook her head. "It was Yu who truly has good fortune."

Everyone wished for Ji Yu to find happiness.

Looking around, Ji Yu suddenly felt some form of peace.

Perhaps Granny Li had already moved on to a better world, one where she wouldn’t have to worry anymore. And they shouldn’t let her worry, either.

"Granny, I’ll visit you again."

She hoped that even in another world, Granny Li wouldn’t feel lonely.

"Director Mom, you shouldn’t stay out here any longer. If you catch a cold, that would be trouble."

The wind today was particularly strong.

Ji Yu was genuinely concerned for the director’s health.

Ever since Granny Li passed, the director’s health had noticeably declined. Ji Yu couldn’t shake the fear of another loss looming on the horizon.

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