You Owe Me, My Love

Chapter 413 You Have Me

“That doesn't sound like a good idea.” Bai Rong wasn't ready for that yet.

"Why not?” Gu Mingchen asked as he looked at her coldly.

“I think it's better if I work as your secretary. It's too soon to get married now,” she replied.

"Of course you are in no hurry to get married. You're not even thirty yet, and you still have a lot of suitors. There's Su Xuyan and that British aristocrat... who knows, another man might try to court you tomorrow,” he said sarcastically.

Bai Rong rolled her eyes. “That's not what I meant. If I get married now and work as your secretary, I wouldn't feel at ease. Why don’t we wait until after I get pregnant? That way, I would have time to prepare, and I wouldn't be able to work while I'm pregnant anyway. Otherwise, I would be bored to death at home.”

“Don’t worry. No one will know we're married,” the man stated in a serious tone. After a few seconds, his gaze turned cold as he added, “Is there another reason why you don't want to get married to me?”

"No."

"You've already born me a son, and we've been together for so many years. I think it's time for us to get married. Once you're discharged from the hospital, we should register our marriage and make it official. I can keep our marriage a secret until you're ready to make it public,” he insisted.

Bai Rong had no reason to refuse Gu Mingchen’s hand in marriage. Since she had already decided that she wanted to be with him, she would feel regret if they didn't end up married. Nevertheless, there was still worry at the back of her mind, probably because she had suffered a great deal in her previous relationship.

Gu Mingchen held her hand tightly and added, “I promise you, everything will be fine. Even if Su Xuyan wanted to kill me on the deserted island, I would escape without a scratch. Trust me.”

Bai Rong nodded. “Okay.”

She stayed in the hospital for a total of six days before the doctor confirmed that she was completely alright. Only then did Gu Mingchen discharge her from the hospital.

As he drove her to the villa, she looked out the window and said, “Are you sure it's okay for me to stay in here? It's rather far out, and I'll be alone...”

"Who said you would be alone? I usually stay there too. You get off work at half-past four, and there wouldn't be much traffic at that time. I thought you said you didn’t want anyone to find out? The more far out you are, the safer you will be,” Gu Mingchen spoke as he looked ahead.

"You stay there too? What about Xin?" Bai Rong was surprised.

She thought he would live with Xin and would only visit her occasionally.

"Xin's mother looks after him. I've hired a nanny, a teacher, and a doctor for them,” he answered coldly.

“Oh,” Bai Rong murmured.

He then glanced at her and asked, “You care about Xin?"

She shook her head. “Look, you didn't want that child. No matter what, he’s still part of your past. I've been married in the past too. Xin is your son, and it's only right that you take care of him. Many things in this life are not in our control, and we don't have a solution for everything. It's best to leave things as they are now,” Bai Rong stated.

The man grasped her hand tightly in his palm and said, “Just don't test my patience again in the future.”

She didn't say a word, allowing him to continue gripping her hand.

She looked out the window and simply enjoyed the rare moment of peace.

After some time, Gu Mingchen stopped in front of a supermarket and said, “What do you feel like having for lunch? I'll cook it for you.”

"Why don't I cook a dish for you? What would you like to have?” Bai Rong unfastened her seatbelt. His lips curved into a smile as he answered, “Other than crayfish, I'll eat whatever you make for me.” He then got out of the car and opened the passenger door for her.

After she got out, he locked the car and got a shopping cart from the front of the supermarket. She recalled his favorite dish being braised pork, so she picked out some pork belly, spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, and eggs.

“This is the closest supermarket there is to the villa. You can get groceries here next time,” Gu Mingchen informed her as he pushed the shopping cart.

"Got it,” she muttered as they walked towards the checkout counter.

When they passed by the family planning supplies section, she blushed and grabbed a box of condoms.

“Not planning to get pregnant?” Gu Mingchen turned to look at her.

“I'm on anti-inflammatory drugs these few days, and I cannot get pregnant this week. It's still my ovulation period,” she explained.

Sensing a playful look in her eyes, he grabbed another box of condoms.

She lowered her head and looked around in embarrassment.

After paying the bill, Gu Mingchen carried the grocery bags while Bai Rong walked behind him, intentionally keeping a distance of one meter.

Finally, he stopped walking and waited for her. “Why are you walking so far behind me? We're getting married soon. What's wrong with buying condoms together?” he questioned her.

Feeling awkward and embarrassed, she hurried up to him.

He then took her hand, and they walked towards the car together.

On the way back, Bai Rong received a call from Aaron.

She remembered that he was supposed to come on October 15th; it wasn't time yet.

She picked up the call in surprise. “What's up?”

“I lost contact with Liu Yan,” Aaron muttered solemnly.

Her heart skipped a beat as she demanded, “What do you mean? Has she been kidnapped? What about her father?”

“No, she disappeared on her own. She probably has other friends in Dartan who came to pick her up,” Aaron replied.

Bai Rong heaved a sigh of relief upon hearing that.

She remembered Aaron telling her that Liu Yan had friends in Dartan, but her disappearance this time was intentional. It seemed that her friend had not forgiven her yet.

“I'm glad she’s safe. Thanks for your help,” she said gratefully.

"Her mother passed away recently, so her being emotionally unstable isn't unusual behavior. It will get better after some time, especially since the two of you are good friends.” he consoled her. "Okay," she acknowledged him before hanging up.

"What happened?” Gu Mingchen asked.

“Liu Yan has completely disappeared from my life. I would feel rather disappointed if I don't get to see her again in this lifetime, but I know this is for the best,” she told him sadly.

“You still have Yanny. You still have me. Plus, we will have more children in the future,” he reassured in his usual deep voice.

Bai Rong looked out the window as deep thoughts clouded her mind.

I don't need many friends. All I need is one good friend.

After a while, they arrived at the villa.

Before she even opened the door, she heard a familiar bark.

Her lips curved upwards into a smile as she realized that her dog was there.

As soon as Gu Mingchen opened the door, her dog immediately rushed out while wagging its tail. After it circled him, it looked at Bai Rong and let out another bark, then similarly circled her.

Bai Rong knew her dog recognized her, so she knelt and patted it on the head while saying, “Good puppy. You recognize me, don’t you?”

“Chen?” Gu Mingchen raised an eyebrow.

“He's Chenny, not Chen. He doesn't have the same name as you.” She stood up as she explained

“I wasn't questioning if he had the same name as me, but I do feel that name doesn't suit him. He should be named Bai since his fur is all white,” he retorted.

Bai Rong was rendered speechless by his response.

What a petty guy he is.

“You can call him Bai, and I'll call him Qing. A win-win situation for the two of us,” she said.

Gu Mingchen put his arm around her waist and pulled her towards him as he stared at her passionately. “You said you don't like me, yet you agree to name your dog after my suggestion...” he teased.