After the divorce, the CEO forced me to have his child.

Chapter 291 Why did he do this?

What about Yifei?

Gu Zhiyao recalled the painful scene of Yifei confessing his feelings to her that day, and her heart was suddenly stirred. She could no longer remain indifferent.

"You two go inside and talk. Niu Niu and I are going downstairs to buy some things. She was just saying she wanted to eat that pancake, and I was thinking of coming back to change my clothes before we went," Xiao Lin said.

He considered that these were turbulent times, and everyone's identities were sensitive. Rather than risk being photographed outside, it was better to stay indoors without any worries.

After a moment's thought, Gu Zhiyao nodded gratefully to Xiao Lin.

After changing his clothes, Xiao Lin took Niu Niu out again.

But before leaving, Niu Niu suddenly grabbed He Yi and said, "Uncle He Yi, I'm going to sell pancakes first. Remember to wait for me to come back, okay? Don't leave early."

Looking at her delicate appearance, He Yi felt an indescribable tenderness, mixed with a subtle sense of loss and regret. He squatted down, reached out and touched the little girl's face, and said, "Okay, Uncle will definitely wait for you. Be careful, okay?"

"Yes, I will!"

The little girl skipped and hopped away.

He Yi stared at the doorway where she had disappeared for a long time before he came to his senses. Then he looked at Gu Zhiyao and asked directly, "Do you know that Yifei likes you? You know now, right?"

Gu Zhiyao was taken aback at first, then replied, "Yes, he told me the day before yesterday, but I've already told him to let it go."

"Yifei is a very persistent person. He's been mischievous and self-centered since childhood, doing whatever he wants and living a carefree life, unlike us who always remember our responsibilities and missions. He's never been in love before; you're the first girl he's ever liked, and you've made him fall deeper than anyone imagined. My sister already knows about this, and she's very angry and anxious. Perhaps it's due to her environment. My parents passed away early, and she naturally shouldered the responsibilities of the eldest sister. Her strong personality was also forced out of her by that environment. She also wants to be a gentle and tender woman, but she can't. Yifei doesn't like this kind of mother; he even finds her oppressive. Over time, this has led to a confrontational mentality between him and my sister. It was like this when they were in school. But now, it concerns Yifei's marriage and future, so my sister is bound to be more cautious. In her mind, Yifei must marry a woman of equal social standing, and you are clearly not suitable. Do you understand what I mean?"

Gu Zhiyao was initially moved by his earlier words, but upon hearing this, she immediately flew into a rage. "What do you mean? Sorry, I don't understand. If you want me to understand, please explain it more clearly!"

He Yi frowned immediately.

Gu Zhiyao continued aggressively, "Whatever happens between Yifei and me is between the two of us, and it has nothing to do with anyone else! It has even less to do with you, so you can leave now!"

"Gu Zhiyao, is this the time to act impulsively? I'm telling you this for your own good, why are you throwing a tantrum? Once my sister comes knocking, you won't be able to explain yourself!"

"For my own good? He Yi, you must be joking. Do you think I don't know how you've treated me? Everyone in this world would want what's best for me, except you! So, please stop with your hypocrisy. I don't need your 'for my own good'!"

He Yi couldn't help but get angry too. His handsome face darkened as he glared at her. Just as he was about to say something, Gu Zhiyao continued, "He Yi, I'll say it again, apart from the issue of Chenchen's custody, I don't want to see you at any other time. Please don't show up in front of me again. I really hate you and don't want to see you, you know? Get out of here!"

He Yi's face grew even more frighteningly gloomy. A moment later, he left with the words, "Gu Zhiyao, I hope you won't regret it later and won't come begging to me!"

He strode away, and Gu Zhiyao was stunned for a moment before letting out a cold laugh.

He Yi, I'm begging you? What good will begging do?

Even if I'm desperate, I won't beg you! I will never beg you!

When Xiao Lin returned with Niu Niu, he saw Gu Zhiyao lost in thought, seemingly in a daze for a long time, so he asked, "What's wrong?"

Over the years, Gu Zhiyao had gotten into the habit of telling Xiao Lin everything. After a moment's thought, she also told him the situation.

After listening, Xiao Lin pondered for a moment and then said, "No matter what He Yi's motives are, I think some of what he said makes sense. Now is not the time to make enemies, especially not to have conflicts with the He family. Yi Fei's mother has an unusual position in the He family. If she also gets involved, or is even used by Zheng Yuanxi to deal with you, then it will be even more difficult for you to get custody of Chenchen."

“I know, I’ve been thinking about this problem since I calmed down, but I still can’t figure out how to solve it. First of all, she didn’t come to me, so I can’t go to her to talk about this, otherwise she’ll think I’m showing off or provoking her.”

"Since He Yi came to find you, it means she must have something to do. Could it be that she originally planned to come to you, but He Yi stopped her and told her that she wanted to talk to you about this first?"

Gu Zhiyao was taken aback, then shook her head. "Why would he do that? Is he worried that his older sister will be mistreated or upset by me?"

Uh—Xiao Lin couldn't help but pause for a moment, genuinely unable to understand why He Yi was doing this.

"Moreover, Yifei didn't do anything drastic after making his statement that day. Maybe he will silently protect me, just like he told me. In that case, I can't ask Yifei for anything more. Should I tell him, 'Yifei, I advise you not to like me'? Guess how Yifei would respond? Would he say, 'It's my freedom to like someone. Gu Zhiyao, you don't have to love me, but you can't stop me from loving you!' That would be too awkward. I don't want to end up like that with Yifei, and I don't want to hurt his feelings."

"Regardless, this is a matter that cannot be ignored or neglected. Here's what we'll do: if Yifei's mother comes to you, my advice is that no matter what she says, you shouldn't argue with her, and especially not say things like, 'Your son likes me, but I don't like your son.' Because no mother wants her son's dignity to be trampled on, and a strong woman like He Xi would be even less willing to do so." As Xiao Lin spoke, a thought flashed through his mind, "How about you go and talk to the old lady and clarify things?"

"Tell Grandma He?"

"The old lady is very kind to you. Even if she doesn't want Yifei to have anything to do with you, she won't say anything unpleasant to your face. Besides, she's not Yifei's mother, so her perspective and stance are different from He Xi's. Go talk to her properly and show your sincerity. I think the old lady will understand and do as you say. Then He hope shouldn't resent or hate you anymore."

Gu Zhiyao thought about it seriously and felt that it made sense and that it was a good idea to do it that way.

So she went to see the old lady without delay.

Because everyone deliberately kept it a secret, the old lady only found out about it now, and she was shocked for a long time.