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

Chapter 451 Ending This Road

Next, everyone's life returned to normal.

Time passed day by day, and before they knew it, He Yi had been back in China for half a month.

He often calls Chenchen and Niuniu, and occasionally they video chat. Niuniu's most frequent question is when her dad is coming over.

As for Gu Zhiyao, she hasn't contacted He Yi at all. When Chenchen and Niu Niu video chat with He Yi, either she's still out and hasn't come back yet, or she's gone straight to the study. And she has indeed been busy lately; this job is more difficult and stressful than she imagined.

She didn't get home until almost 11 p.m. that night. As soon as she entered the door, she leaned against the sofa and didn't move.

Xiao Lin came out of the study and, seeing her exhausted appearance, quickly approached her. "What's wrong?"

Gu Zhiyao met his concerned gaze and told him the truth, "Besides work-related matters, those people are still not giving up and keep trying to bring me down. Brother Xiao Lin, I don't know how much longer I can hold on."

Xiao Lin first poured a glass of warm water and handed it to Gu Zhiyao. Watching her drink it, he said, "Whether it's the business world or the political arena, it's full of deceit and infighting. The political world is even worse. I've heard some rumors before. That Mike, in order to replace you, has been getting very close to someone higher up. Those two projects you just mentioned were probably sabotaged by them to make things more difficult. Do you think we should talk to our superiors directly?"

"What's the point of saying that? They're no one to me, and I'm not working for them. They won't try to protect me; they'll just tell me to do my best to complete the task, and if I don't, they'll criticize me as usual."

“Indeed, they may know about Mike’s group’s conspiracy, but since it doesn’t affect their interests, they won’t be so concerned. Besides, the relationships involved are very complex. Zhiyao, don’t worry, I’ll think of another way. I’ll find a few people to talk to.”

"Brother Xiao Lin?"

“It’s okay, I know what I’m doing. I’ve said before, your problems are my problems. I want you to be happy every day, not this exhausted. Do you know how long it’s been since you had dinner with Niu Niu and Chen Chen? Chen Chen is okay, but Niu Niu is still not used to it. She actually misses you a lot. I guess she learned her lesson last time, but she doesn’t dare to tell you. She can only secretly ask me when Mom will finish her work. She even told me not to tell you.” Xiao Lin smiled.

Upon hearing this, Gu Zhiyao could no longer laugh; a deep sense of guilt immediately welled up within her.

Seeing this, Xiao Lin quickly said, "Uh, I told you about Niu Niu to cheer you up, not to make you more worried. Although it's a bit helpless, many families are like this. Just like in China, many parents neglect their children because they are busy with work. It's okay, and Chenchen and Niu Niu are both very well-behaved."

“Because they are so well-behaved, I feel even more sorry for them. Niu Niu has indeed changed a lot and has become more dependent on me. I used to think that they would be my everything in the future, and I would spend time with them and let them have a happy childhood, but…” Gu Zhiyao paused for a moment.

Then, she continued, "Brother Xiao Lin, do you think I should quit this job?"

"You want to resign?" Xiao Lin was immediately taken aback.

Gu Zhiyao nodded and said softly, "I started down this path to gain custody of Chenchen. Now that Chenchen is back by my side, I feel it doesn't matter whether I continue this job or not... If things were peaceful, it might be fine, but now, Brother Xiaolin, I'm afraid that continuing will endanger Chenchen and Niuniu's safety. After the incident at the airport, although the police determined that the other party was mentally unstable, I still feel that it's not that simple. I know you will do your best to help us, but it's better to be safe than sorry. If we make even the slightest mistake, then... it will be utterly ruined. I'm afraid I'll regret it then."

“Your concerns are valid. This path is indeed fraught with danger. If you continue down this path, Niu Niu and Chen Chen are destined to lead very different lives. Zhi Yao, whatever your decision, I will support you. By the way, when you return to China for the Spring Festival, I heard that Lin Houze hopes you will come back and work with him.”

Gu Zhiyao was slightly taken aback, then nodded. "Yes, so he had been keeping the shares for me all along. However, I don't want to take advantage of him."

"No one is taking advantage of anyone else. If you're sure you want to quit your job here and go back to work with Lin Houze, that's great. You have your value, and joining the law firm will also create value for the lawyers. There's no question of taking advantage of anyone. You need to believe in yourself and believe in Lin Houze. The fact that he invited you to work together means you're worth it."

Gu Zhiyao stared at Xiao Lin for a moment, then said, "Well, I'll think about it carefully, but it's too early to say. Even if I really quit my job here, it will take some time."

"Okay, you can think about it first. In short, whatever you do, I have no objections and will support you!"

Gu Zhiyao's throat tightened completely, and she couldn't help but say, "But Brother Xiaolin, if I really go back to China, you'll be all alone here. I can't bear to leave you like that. I don't want to see you all alone."

Xiao Lin was also taken aback; he really hadn't thought of that question.

After a while, he pretended to be relaxed and said, "It is true that it will be a little uncomfortable, but you will get used to it slowly. Before you came, I also spent those twenty years alone. Zhiyao, I'm fine. I'm much stronger than you think. I'm glad that you feel sorry for me, but I'm really fine. Besides, I will often go back to see you."

Looking at his gentle and warm smile, Gu Zhiyao knew that even though he spoke lightly, he must still be feeling very sad inside. Even if they didn't have romantic feelings for each other, they had long regarded each other as family and support over the years. She felt the same way, and so did he.

Gu Zhiyao shook her head and said, "Hmm, we'll see. Maybe I don't need to resign. I'll focus on handling my current work first."

"Okay, if you encounter any problems, you must tell me. I know more than you, I'm familiar with more things, and I've heard more news. Zhiyao, please don't feel like you're causing me trouble. As long as you're safe and sound, that's all I want! Understand?"

"Okay, I understand. I'll talk to you, Brother Xiao Lin."

"Go take a shower and get a good night's sleep. There's nothing particularly urgent tomorrow. Go back to the office a little later and have breakfast with Chenchen and Niuniu."

"it is good."

Xiao Lin smiled at her, then his large hand slowly landed on her hair and gently stroked it. After a while, everyone parted ways. Gu Zhiyao returned to her dormitory, took a shower, and still couldn't resist going to her daughter's room.

The little girl was sleeping soundly, with bubbles still coming out of her mouth.

Suddenly, she murmured in her sleep, "Dad, when will you come? I miss you so much. My brother misses you too. Mom didn't say it, but I know she misses you too."