SFS Chapter 1388 Yunrui's Sincere Heart: The Selfish Side Awakened
Chapter 1388 Yunrui's Sincere Heart: The Selfish Side Awakened
Gu Yunqian had just finished drinking the nourishing soup that Su Xingya handed him when his phone rang, and those two words appeared on the screen.
He glanced at the darkening sky outside the window and had a vague premonition—Yang Bin's phone call at this time was most likely related to Yang Xiaotang or Qi Ruixiang.
"You wanted to see me?" He pressed the answer button, his voice still weak from recent recovery, but he tried his best to remain calm.
Yang Bin's slightly hoarse voice came from the other end of the phone, carrying a hint of fatigue that was hard to detect, but also a hint of joy at becoming a grandfather for the first time: "I have good news for you. Xiao Tang gave birth to a girl, weighing six pounds and eight ounces. Both mother and daughter are safe and sound."
Gu Yunqian breathed a sigh of relief and smiled sincerely: "Congratulations." He could imagine Yang Bin's feelings at this moment, the complex emotions of both heartache for his daughter and love for his granddaughter, just like his father when he learned that Su Xingya was pregnant.
However... the expression on his face wasn't as relaxed as the words he spoke!
"Yes, at least we're safe now." Yang Bin paused, his tone suddenly turning somber. "However, there's something I need to tell you. Ruixiang... he's gone."
Gu Yunqian's smile froze instantly, and his fingers gripping the phone tightened sharply: "Gone? Where did he go? Xiaotang just gave birth, how could he leave?"
Gu Yunqian pretended to know nothing, but his premonition, which had been raging in his heart, was now confirmed, and he felt as if a huge stone was pressing on his heart.
Both the old fox and the young fox knew perfectly well that the other was pretending to be confused!
“He went to the Golden Triangle.” Yang Bin’s voice was filled with suppressed anger. “He left a note saying he was going to rescue Yunxi. The birth certificate only had the child’s name on it. Xiaotang was so weak, how did he get that birth certificate?”
Gu Yunqian remained silent, his disordered breathing mingling with Yang Bin's rhythmic, deep voice, his heart pounding like a drum.
Is he blaming him for encouraging his son-in-law to abandon his wife and children to save his sister?
Gu Yunqian leaned against the headboard, his mind a complete mess.
The news that Qi Ruixiang was going to the Golden Triangle to rescue Yunxi was like a bombshell to him. Logically speaking, as a newly promoted father and a husband who had just experienced his wife's life-threatening childbirth, Qi Ruixiang's primary responsibility should have been to stay by his wife and daughter's side and shoulder the responsibilities of his family.
But he chose to go to the most dangerous place to save someone he once loved. Behind this was his deep attachment to Gu Yunxi and his desire to make up for past regrets. It's understandable that Yang Bin put pressure on himself!
But how should Gu Yunqian convey to Yang Bin that this was not his instruction?
He held his phone, his fingertips icy cold, a complex mix of emotions welling up inside him. Although Yang Bin had put pressure on him, his first reaction upon hearing that Qi Ruixiang was going to the Golden Triangle was anticipation.
Hopefully, Qi Ruixiang can really save Yunxi. After all, the Gu family doesn't have any reliable people in the Golden Triangle right now, and Qi Ruixiang's appearance undoubtedly brings more hope.
He was worried, worried about Qi Ruixiang's safety, and even more worried about how he would explain to Yang Bin and Yang Xiaotang if something happened to Qi Ruixiang.
There was also a hint of selfishness that was hard to put into words – he even secretly hoped that Qi Ruixiang would succeed, so that he would no longer have to bear the guilt of “not being able to save his sister”. Ideally, the two of them would come back together, and then he would naturally not owe the Yang family anything.
“I understand what you mean. I was unaware of this beforehand, but I will definitely not let your daughter bear any risks.” Gu Yunqian forced himself to calm down and tried to speak gently. “The most important thing now is Xiaotang and the child. I will ask Dean Lu to arrange everything.”
“I know.” Yang Bin’s voice was weary. “Xiao Tang is very emotionally unstable right now. I don’t dare tell her that Rui Xiang went to the Golden Triangle. I just said he went abroad on a business trip. But business trips always have a time limit. Xiao Tang is a sensitive child, and I can’t hide it from her for long…”
Gu Yunqian felt as if he had been pricked by a needle, and his body, which had not yet fully recovered, began to spin uncontrollably again.
The pain roamed freely throughout his body, finally settling in his chest and the most vulnerable part of his central nervous system. The heavy weight pressing on his chest made the air around him feel increasingly thin.
Su Xingya, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but frown. Just as the man was about to stagger, she took three steps forward and grabbed one of his arms!
"Don't worry, I will definitely give you a satisfactory answer. Otherwise, the Gu family will take care of them for the rest of their lives." Gu Yunqian's voice was firm. No matter what, he had to reassure Yang Bin.
"Remember what you said." Yang Bin's tone softened considerably after receiving a clear response. Since the other party's attitude was positive, he would go all out!
Just think of it as a sacrifice for my precious daughter and granddaughter...
After hanging up the phone, Gu Yunqian leaned against the headboard, his face pale.
Su Xingya quickly came over and took his hand: "What's wrong? Did something happen?"
"Honey, will you be angry if I want to be discharged early?" Gu Yunqian's voice was weary. "Qi Ruixiang abandoned his wife and children and ran off to the Golden Triangle. That phone call just now..."
Su Xingya felt a pang of heartache seeing his anxious expression.
She gently patted his back and softly comforted him, "Your injuries are so severe this time, you should rest and recover. Besides, rescuing people in a place like that is not an easy task. Why don't you recover while we make our plans?"
Gu Yunqian took several deep breaths, his chest heaving, which made Su Xingya feel uneasy.
She instinctively opened her arms and hugged the man, trying to soothe his anxious heart.
Gu Yunqian climbed up the woman's back with both hands, taking the opportunity to tighten his arms and savor the comforting scent of her neck.
"My husband is so amazing, he can do it all with just his phone and computer!" Su Xingya said in the most mature tone, like a fangirl, while saying the most childish thing.
Gu Yunqian, who had been shrouded in gloom, suddenly laughed out loud. He slowly loosened his tight embrace and then lowered his head to peck the woman's lips!
He admitted that he had a selfish side and hoped that Qi Ruixiang could complete the important task of "saving his sister" for him, so that he would no longer have to bear so much pressure.
But he also knew that this selfishness was based on his concern for Qi Ruixiang's safety—he really didn't want anything to happen to Qi Ruixiang, and he didn't want another family to be ruined because of Yunxi's situation.
This conflicting feeling, like a net, tightly wrapped around him, making it hard for him to breathe.
He gazed at the dark night sky outside the window, silently praying: May God have mercy...
The air conditioning still lingered at the visa-on-arrival window in Bangkok, but Qi Ruixiang's fingers, gripping his passport, were sweaty.
He was still wearing the special shirt and shorts he had been specially made for when he set off. The well-pressed fabric looked out of place in the hall filled with the smell of sweat and spices. Passersby frequently cast strange glances at him, as if they were looking at an alien who had wandered into the wilderness.
He took a deep breath, trying his best to ignore the gossip and stares of those around him!
Not only do those people dislike him, but even he himself dislikes him...