Reborn to outshine My Ex and His White Moonlight

Chapter 1172: When People Leave, the Tea Cools

Originally, Lin Zhiyi thought Sang Li’s reaction was a bit extreme, so she joked that Chu Yin was pregnant.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be true.

However, she remembered Chu Yin saying she wanted to be a career woman and was determined not to get pregnant too early.

How did she end up pregnant just after winning an award?

Chu Yin and Fan Yun’s drama became a nationwide hit as soon as it was aired.

Both of them won awards for their acting skills.

The fans even started digging for their cute interactions, where just sitting together and exchanging a few words, or a skirt brushing against a pant leg, could make it to the trending list.

For this, Sang Li was extremely jealous.

Chu Yin even called Lin Zhiyi for advice.

Lin Zhiyi suggested releasing some other news to suppress the trending topic, and then placate Sang Li.

Sang Li was indeed jealous, but he couldn’t really stay angry.

But unexpectedly, the two managed to coax a baby into existence.

Chu Yin said embarrassedly, "I’ve just got the report, it’s not that fragile."

But Sang Li insisted on protecting her, "The doctor said to be cautious in the first three months."

Chu Yin blushed slightly, letting Sang Li take care of her.

Ren Xiya held a piece of orange peel under her nose, "You seem to have no reaction at all, that’s great. I don’t know why I’ve been feeling like vomiting."

Chu Yin said, "The doctor mentioned everyone reacts differently. If you really feel bad, just find someone to vent to."

She pointed at the "culprit" Li Huan.

Ren Xiya put down the orange peel, "I wouldn’t dare, would I, Director Li?"

"No, no, it feels a bit strange when you put it that way." Li Huan scratched his head.

He indeed was a good doctor.

A few years ago, he studied under a renowned Chinese medicine doctor and became a prized pupil.

Now, with combined Chinese and Western medicine expertise, he got promoted faster than others.

Besides that, Li Huan was also quite good at finding a wife.

After handing the half-baked Li family business to Ren Xiya, it’s now thriving.

Previously, people would say Li Huan was freeloading, but now, they say the couple is a perfect match, each shining in their own way, and people admire them greatly.

Mrs. Li now smiles with a radiant face.

Lin Zhiyi suddenly understood a bit why Li He disliked his brother Li Huan.

Li Huan seemed indifferent to everything, yet he had both fame and fortune, and friends who stayed loyal.

Li He couldn’t compete with, or surpass him in any way.

Forget it, it’s all in the past anyway.

After Gong Chen asked everyone to take their seats, Lin Zhiyi noticed Liu He giving her a look.

She got up to go to the bathroom, and Liu He followed her out.

"Mom, why can’t you say it in front of everyone?"

"Don’t overthink, it’s just because nobody is paying attention, so I didn’t say it out loud. But I feel I still need to tell you." Liu He said with difficulty.

"What is it?"

"The Bai family got the death penalty, and Wei Xiaoyun also... got the death penalty. She had no family, so she reached out to me to claim her ashes." Liu He shook her head and said, "Don’t worry, I haven’t agreed to it yet, that’s why I’m asking you because the police might eventually come to you."

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiyi was momentarily stunned but felt nothing.

"Understood, just let it go, wasn’t she fond of fake suicide by jumping into rivers? There are plenty of rivers and oceans in the world."

"Huh?" Liu He didn’t expect her to say that.

"Mom, you handle it as you see fit, as for me, that’s how I’ll deal with it."

But Liu He wouldn’t do so.

Liu He asked her because she was afraid that handling it arbitrarily would upset her.

No matter what Lin Zhiyi said, Liu He would still collect the body.

Lin Zhiyi didn’t blame Liu He for being soft-hearted; if she hadn’t been such a compassionate person, how could she have raised her so well?

Liu He let out a breath of relief, "Don’t think too much, I’ll handle it for you."

"Alright, but please don’t tell Third Young Master and the others, or they’ll worry that I’m overly sensitive during my pregnancy. I’m not nervous, they are."

"Got it."

Liu He smiled and supported Lin Zhiyi back into the private room.

But inside, the atmosphere was heavy.

Lin Zhiyi was momentarily stunned. Could they all know?

Just as she was thinking this, Gong Shiyan stood up.

He said with a complex expression, "The family just called, the old man doesn’t have long."

Liu He was taken aback, "Then why are you still sitting here? Go quickly."

Gong Shiyan had no problem going, but whether another person went or not was entirely up to them.

Everyone looked at Gong Chen.

Gong Chen put down his teacup, his expression colder than ever.

He had lived a lifetime in an alternate space.

He knew that if he hadn’t faked his death, there would be no stability for him and Lin Zhiyi.

Lin Zhiyi walked to Gong Chen’s side.

She held Gong Chen’s hand and said, "I’m fine, there’s no need for you to show up, just a glance will do."

Gong Chen still didn’t want to go.

But Gong Shiyan was still looking at him.

Only then did Gong Chen stand up, "Let’s go."

They all then headed to the nursing home together.

Li Huan went into the doctor’s office first, and after inquiring, he came out and shook his head at everyone.

"Not much time left."

Upon hearing this, Gong Shiyan walked into the ward with his hands clasped behind his back.

Lin Zhiyi stood at the door and glanced through the narrow opening.

Last time they met, Old Mr. Gong had aged a bit but still had a decent spirit.

But now, he was covered with tubes, his entire face wrinkled and devoid of vitality.

The door closed.

Lin Zhiyi stepped back into the adjacent room.

Gong Chen and Sang Li were sitting and talking.

Chu Yin looked up and asked, "How is it?"

"I didn’t even recognize him, it seems... he isn’t going to make it."

Saying this, Lin Zhiyi glanced at Gong Chen.

He showed no reaction.

...

Inside the ward.

Gong Shiyan stood beside the bed.

"Dad, is there anything else you want to say?"

The old man removed his oxygen mask and repeated these two words.

"Gong, Gong Chen."

Gong Shiyan said with difficulty, "Dad, you’re confused, Lao San... he’s been gone for a long time."

The old man stared at him, his eyes somewhat cloudy but still forceful.

"Gong Chen."

"Dad..."

"Him," the old man said with difficulty.

Gong Shiyan said nothing. The old man had been shrewd all his life; how could he not realize Gong Chen had used a decoy tactic?

The old man slightly raised his hand, as if trying to convey something.

Gong Shiyan sighed, sighed again, and left the ward.

He turned and entered the next room.

"Lao San, the old man wants to see you."

"And what good would seeing me do?" Gong Chen said coldly.

Gong Shiyan didn’t know what to say either, so he could only look at Lin Zhiyi.

Lin Zhiyi shook her head, powerless to help.

Things the old man had done, she couldn’t accept herself; what right did she have to ask Gong Chen to forgive?

Gong Chen’s coming here to take a look today was already showing respect for Gong Shiyan.

She couldn’t handle the rest.

Gong Shiyan stopped trying to persuade; he knew he was asking the impossible.

"I understand, anyway, it’s just today for the old man."

Then, Gong Shiyan left.

Everyone sat in silence.

Chu Yin pulled Lin Zhiyi aside.

"I thought..."

"Don’t worry, some matters Third Young Master will handle himself. We just need to sit quietly." Lin Zhiyi held her hand, "But as for you, I didn’t have the chance to ask earlier, what about your career now that you’re pregnant?"

"My belly isn’t showing yet, I can finish the remaining work," Chu Yin said.

"You know that’s not what I mean."

"Zhiyi, I’m really happy now, it’s because the Sang family gave me the confidence to make this choice. I just want to enjoy every day now, as for the future... I don’t want to think about it too much."

Chu Yin patted her belly.

Lin Zhiyi was happy for her.

As she was thinking this, Ren Xiya came in, having changed into black clothing, and holding a small bag, prepared for the funeral arrangements.

Whenever a Gong family elder passes away, they prepare in advance.

Ren Xiya said, "We timed it and in two hours, we’ll bring the old man back home, let him go at home."

Sang Li said, "I’ve also informed the family, they should be able to make it by tomorrow."

Ren Xiya checked the time, "I booked a restaurant nearby, all pregnant women, let’s go have something to eat."

Lin Zhiyi took Chu Yin’s hand, "Okay, let’s go."

She then looked at Gong Chen, "You guys wait here, see if uncle needs a hand."

"Alright."

Gong Chen nodded.