Chapter 441 Zi Shao Disdains the Unexpected Child
As Ye Mu’en neared home, she glanced inside and saw only Xiao Tiantian and Mo Lin playing in the yard. Deciding not to stop, she continued walking forward.
As she reached the entrance of the Bai family's yard, she heard her maternal aunt scolding someone and the sound of a girl crying.
Ye Mu’en subtly glanced at the person behind her. He found these women truly annoying. Couldn't there be someone as obedient and sensible as his mother and sister? At least someone not so odd.
Upon entering, Ye Mu’en saw Bai Chufan with a serious expression, indicating he had clearly stated his refusal.
Seeing Wu Jing follow him in, Bai Chufan frowned again and turned to look at Luo Xueli.
"Comrade Luo, I did initiate a conversation with you back then because I wanted to see if we were compatible for a relationship. However, after getting to know you, I realized you are not suitable for me. So, isn't it right for me to reject you today?"
Luo Xueli continued to cry, as if Bai Chufan were a heartless man. This prompted Wu Jing to quickly step forward and shield her.
"This is the person you fancied. Why are you crying? I disagreed with this from the start, and your father would never agree to you marrying someone from the countryside."
Bai Da Jiūmā's initial scolding of her eldest son was due to his bluntness, which had hurt the girl's pride. But now, she couldn't stand someone who only cried when faced with trouble. Especially after hearing Wu Jing's words, all her previous thoughts vanished.
"Since that's the case, it's for the best. It shows you're simply not compatible. It's better to listen to your elders."
Luo Xueli hadn't expected Bai Chufan's mother to change her attitude at this moment. This meant she had no one on her side.
"Bai Chufan, I can change what you don't like. We chatted so happily that day. If we were together in the future, we would be just as happy as that day."
"Luo Xueli, can you be more sensible? You are not compatible at all. They are not ordinary people. Hiding in the countryside, who knows what they've done wrong."
Wu Jing blurted out what was on her mind. These people clearly weren't ordinary. If they were willing to live in the countryside now, it must be because they were hiding from something.
"So what? As long as Bai Chufan is willing to be with me, who they are doesn't matter!"
"You, you truly don't use your brain at all. They are dangerous individuals. If something really happens, it could harm you and your parents. Are you completely disregarding that now?"
Bai Da Jiūmā frowned, looking at Wu Jing and letting out a cold laugh.
"This comrade, who says city dwellers can't live in the countryside? If we had any issues, would any place be willing to take us in? You should think before you speak, don't assume you're so clever just because you've figured out a little something."
"No matter who you are, I just hope you won't contact my friend anymore. We'll go our separate ways."
Bai Da Jiūmā sarcastically pointed at Luo Xueli. Was her family so undesirable that even cats and dogs would reject them?
"It seems she's the one who sought you out. Don't overestimate yourself. You might be a hot commodity in your circle, but in our eyes, you're really nothing. Since we've reached this point, you should leave quickly."
Wu Jing had never been treated like this before. Not only had she been kicked today, but she was also practically told to her face that they were not much. She had lost all dignity and face.
"Luo Xueli, did you hear that? Can you give up and leave now?"
Luo Xueli's mind was a complete mess. When she first arrived today, Bai Chufan hadn't treated her like this. Even if Bai Chufan didn't fancy her now, there would still be future opportunities. But now? How did it become like this!
Although Luo Xueli was a girl who prioritized love, she wasn't completely foolish. The change in events and attitude seemed to have happened after Wu Jing's arrival.
"Wu Jing, did you say something? Bai Chufan wasn't like this just now. But after walking home, he changed. You were following behind, weren't you? Tell me, what exactly did you say and do?"
Wu Jing actually felt guilty. She didn't want Luo Xueli to be with Bai Chufan, but she never expected things to turn out this way because of a few words from her.
"It was me. I warned Bai Chufan not to pester you. You are not compatible at all."
"Slap!"
Wu Jing's face stung from the slap, a blow that shattered all her concern for Luo Xueli.
"How dare you hit me!"
"Why wouldn't I dare? You've been arrogant since you were little, thinking you can control everything. Don't forget, you're just my friend, and you have no right to interfere so much.
You say you don't want to have your life controlled, yet you're trying to control mine. On what grounds? Who are you to ruin everything for me? I could have at least remained friends with Bai Chufan even if we couldn't be a couple, but now you've ruined that too."
Wu Jing was stunned by Luo Xueli's hysterical words. Was this how her best friend truly saw her? She was clearly trying to help her friend, yet now she was being blamed.
"Xueli, how can you think of me like this? I..."
"Enough! Go argue somewhere else. What rotten luck, to be disturbed by trouble just sitting at home."
Ye Mu was already suffering from a splitting headache. What was all this? They were fighting in their home! Fortunately, the elderly couple wasn't home, or they would have been infuriated.
Ye Mu then looked at Bai Chufan and jabbed his forehead playfully.
"Next time, make sure you know who you're talking to before giving out your address, so you don't attract trouble. We're being generous by not beating them up."
The more Ye Mu looked at these girls, the more she thought of her own daughter. Honestly, her daughter, in her previous life, was a pampered young lady but never looked down on anyone. Her daughter was truly the best.
"Get lost, our humble abode can't accommodate you. Don't ever come here again. Let's pretend we never met. What bad luck."
Luo Xueli saw that everyone had a displeased expression and knew that saying anything more would be futile. She could only bow to Bai Da Jiūmā and Ye Mu, apologizing.
"I'm sorry to both aunties. It's all my fault. I hope you won't be angry. Even if Bai Chufan and I have no fate, I hope you won't dislike me. I'll come to apologize again later."
Luo Xueli walked up to Bai Chufan, forcing herself not to cry, and managed a strained smile.
"Bai Chufan, I truly had no ill intentions, nor did I expect things to turn out like this. I hope you won't be angry with me."
Bai Chufan had no anger left at this point. He knew he bore a significant responsibility for this matter and realized he shouldn't casually strike up conversations with young women.
"I made mistakes too. I'm sorry. Let's consider this matter past. Let's just pretend it never happened from now on."
Luo Xueli smiled and left. How could it be considered as if nothing had happened? She had truly fallen for him.
Seeing that they could resolve their differences, Wu Jing suddenly felt extremely embarrassed. It seemed as if she was the cause of everything, as if she was the most despicable person.
She could only slink away from the Bai family's house, not daring to chase after Luo Xueli, nor knowing why she felt a pang of guilt at that moment.
"I'm so angry! If your grandparents found out, they'd punish you. You're really getting worse at handling things."
Bai Da Jiūmā, fuming, reached out and twisted Bai Chufan's ear. Ye Mu didn't intervene this time; in her opinion, he deserved a good lesson.
"Mom, I'm going out for a while. I won't be back tonight."
"Where are you going? Your sister isn't home, and now you won't be either?"
Ye Mu quickly whispered a few words in Ye Mu's ear. Upon hearing them, Ye Mu waved her hand, signaling for the person to vanish on the spot.
After Bai Da Jiūmā had finished disciplining her son, she realized her eldest nephew had disappeared again. She had intended to ask a few more questions, but Ye Mu's explanation sent her off to vent her frustration on her son.
Ye Mu’en quickly caught up with Wu Jing and the others. He had a feeling that Wu Jing was a troublemaker and would definitely cause them problems. He had to prevent trouble before it started.
Zi Yisheng had also heard about the incident at home and immediately dispatched people to investigate the backgrounds of Wu Jing and Luo Xueli.
Ye Shengge had initially thought her two brothers had encountered "love." However, not only had love vanished, but they had also gotten into trouble. She took the files from Zi Yisheng and began to read them, her face soon breaking into a sarcastic smile.
"Wu Jing's grandfather's position isn't even as high as my father's, and her father's isn't as high as my eldest brother's. They've lived their whole lives like this? And she thinks she's superior?
And Luo Xueli, just the daughter of a deputy factory director. I thought she was the daughter of the richest man in the country. What is all this? No wonder my elder brothers were so angry.
Why are these city girls so full of themselves these days, always talking about who's worthy and who's not? 'Country bumpkins,' 'You're not good enough,' 'He's not good enough.'
I'm so angry, I feel like I can't vent it. It's making me uncomfortable."
Zi Yisheng felt helpless. She was getting angry over two strangers. His wife was quite temperamental today.
"Don't be angry. I'll take you out for some fresh air, so you don't get too worked up."
This was the first time Zi Yisheng had seen his wife so agitated. To be safe, he quickly helped her up.
Ye Shengge, already fuming, became even angrier when Zi Yisheng insisted on pulling her up. She pushed Zi Yisheng away, but in doing so, she suddenly felt dizzy and her vision went black, and she knew nothing more.
"Wife, what's wrong?"
Zi Yisheng had been careful to protect himself when his wife pushed him, fearing she might accidentally injure him. So when she swayed, he caught her.
However, seeing her collapse straight into his arms, he broke out in a cold sweat and quickly rushed out with her in his arms.
There were always people guarding near Zi Yisheng's home, for fear of encountering any danger. As Zi Yisheng carried her out, the guards who were watching followed.
"Young Master Zi, what's wrong with Madam?"
"Hurry, get the car and go to the hospital."
Zi Yisheng spoke without stopping. He was now afraid his wife might have a heart problem, so he tried to maintain a steady pace, not wanting to jostle her.
It was only about a ten-minute drive from their home to Chuncheng First Hospital. By the time Zi Yisheng got his wife into the examination room, he was drenched in sweat.
At this point, Wei Shisan also arrived. Seeing Young Master Zi leaning against the examination room door, peeking inside, he knew Madam was in a serious condition.
"Young Master Zi, should we notify Mr. Ye and the others?"
"Notify them. Tell them to come quickly. Shengge must be very scared. If my mother and the others are here, they can comfort her."
"Yes, I'll make the call now."
"Also, call the two masters. I'm afraid the doctors inside might not be able to cure Shengge's illness."
Wei Shisan disappeared in a flash. Zi Yisheng forced himself to calm down. He thought about the reason for his wife's condition and wished he could slap himself twice. At the same time, he mentally marked down those who had angered his wife.
The examination didn't take long, but for Zi Yisheng, every minute felt like an eternity. The moment the door opened, Zi Yisheng rushed in.
"Hey, family member, you can't go in yet."
"How is my wife?"
The doctor directly grabbed Zi Yisheng's arm. If he hadn't been a male doctor, he wouldn't have been able to stop him.
"Your wife is fine, don't rush. I need to talk to you properly."
Hearing that she was fine, Zi Yisheng felt the doctor was incompetent and became even more anxious.
"How can she be fine? My wife fainted. How can someone suddenly faint and be fine? Did you examine her properly?"
The doctor's expression also soured. Who liked hearing their medical skills questioned? However, his professionalism prevented him from losing his temper.
"Your wife fainted due to emotional agitation after becoming pregnant. Can you calm down now?"
The doctor spoke in one breath without pausing, to avoid further entanglement with the agitated man.
"My wife is pregnant? How is that possible? Did you examine her thoroughly!"
The doctor was speechless. Was he being questioned again?
"Why is it impossible for your wife to be pregnant? Do you have a problem?"
"You're talking nonsense! I clearly took precautions, how is it possible?"
Zi Yisheng quickly remembered his foolishness during their early days of marriage, his expression twisting slightly.
"How long has my wife been pregnant?"
"More than two months."
Zi Yisheng immediately closed his eyes in dejection. They had only been married for just over two months. This meant his stamina was too strong, and she conceived on the first try.
The doctor, seeing Zi Yisheng's complete lack of joy, immediately conjured up dramatic scenarios in his mind.
"Perhaps it's not yours?"
Zi Yisheng's eyes widened, and he lunged forward, grabbing the doctor by the neck.
"You're talking nonsense! If you can't speak properly, don't speak."
The doctor, with his neck being choked, immediately had trouble breathing.
"I just saw you weren't happy, and thought it wasn't yours. It was all a misunderstanding. Can you let go now?"
Zi Yisheng disdainfully flung the doctor away, and then the doctor was pulled aside by one of his brothers. Both men stared at him menacingly.
"How did she get pregnant? This child is too disobedient; it's clearly not a filial one."
"Doctor, when can my wife come out?"
The doctor was dragged back in front of Zi Yisheng, his legs trembling with fear.
"Soon, she's still unconscious."
"My wife is young. Will pregnancy affect her health?"
"No, no. It's normal to have children at seventeen or eighteen."
The doctor now understood. The person in front of him didn't care about the child at all; he was worried about his wife. What kind of strange person had he encountered today?
Ye Shengge was wheeled out an hour later. She was awake, but a bit dazed.
"What happened to me? Is this a hospital?"