The next day, Su Wanwan spent her time in anxiety. First, she went to a pharmacy to buy a pregnancy test stick and confirmed the fact that she was pregnant - two clear pink lines indicated that there was an eternal connection between her and Lu Tingchen.
This discovery made her both happy and worried. The good news is that the fruit of their love is in the making. What is worrying is that at this time full of mysteries and dangers, new life comes so suddenly.
She stroked her lower abdomen and secretly made up her mind: No matter what truth she heard tonight, she would protect this child and give him a complete and happy family.
When taking care of Lu Tingchen during the day, Su Wanwan was particularly attentive and also very quiet. Lu Tingchen clearly noticed her abnormality, but just observed silently without asking any further questions.
In the afternoon, Lu Tingchen received an urgent call and needed to hold a video conference temporarily. Taking advantage of this gap, Su Wanwan quietly took out the pair of jade bracelets given by the old man, wrapped them in velvet cloth and put them in her handbag.
"Wanwan," Lu Tingchen suddenly called out to her after the meeting, "No matter what happens, remember that I love you."
This sentence was so abrupt that it made Su Wanwan's heart tighten. Did he notice something?
She forced a composed smile and said, "Why do you say this all of a sudden?"
Lu Tingchen stared at her, his eyes deep and profound: "I just think I should let you know."
Su Wanwan stepped forward and gently hugged him, "I love you too." No matter what happens, this love will never change.
This was her promise and also her farewell. No matter what she hears tonight, she has decided to forgive - for the children, for love, and for their shared future.
In the evening, Su Wanwan left the hospital under the pretext of "going home to get something". Before leaving, she took a deep look at Lu Tingchen, as if she wanted to engrave his appearance in her heart.
On the way to the pier by taxi, Su Wanwan's heart rate was getting faster and faster. She gripped the bracelet in her handbag tightly and prayed silently for everything to go well.
The Jiangcheng Wharf looked particularly desolate in the night. The sea breeze howled, lifting Su Wanwan's long hair and the corners of her dress. Following the instructions in the text message, she walked towards the area of Warehouse No. 3.
In the distance, a figure stood under the street lamp, with its back to her. Judging from her figure, it was a woman, but Su Wanwan couldn't recognize who it was.
"Here I come." " Su Wanwan stopped and kept a safe distance. "What are you going to tell me?"
The man slowly turned around, revealing his face - it turned out to be Zhao Jing's assistant, Li Na. Shouldn't she be detained now?
"Surprised?" " Li Na sneered, "Although Miss Zhao has gone in, she still has many friends outside."
Su Wanwan looked at her warily and asked, "What do you want?" "
Li Na reached out her hand and said, "Give me the bracelet first."
Su Wanwan hesitated for a moment, but still took out the bracelet and handed it over. Li Na took the bracelet, examined it carefully and nodded in satisfaction: "It's indeed genuine." The old man even gave you this. It seems that he highly approves of you as his granddaughter-in-law."
"Can you tell me the truth now?" Su Wanwan urged.
Li Na was playing with the bracelet and said slowly, "Do you know why the Lu family chose to marry into the Su family?" Is it really just because the old man is seriously ill and wants to see his grandson get married?"
Su Wanwan frowned and asked, "What do you mean?"
"Out of guilt," Li Na looked straight into her eyes, "the Lu family is responsible for your mother's car accident. This is a way of compensation."
Although she had mentally prepared herself, upon hearing this sentence with her own ears, Su Wanwan still felt a pang of dizziness: "Be more clear." "
Li Na sighed, "Back then, in order to cover up a business scandal, Mr. Lu sent people to destroy the evidence." Your mother was unfortunately involved in that operation and the vehicle was tampered with. Although the target was not her, her death was indeed related to the Lu family.
This truth pierced Su Wanwan's heart like a knife. She held onto the container beside her and managed to stand firm: "Lu Tingchen..." Does he know?"
"Of course I know," Li Na sneered. "Why do you think he's so nice to you?" It's just guilt. When he gets tired of playing with you, he will throw you away as if you were trash. All the men in the Lu family are like this.
Just then, a car headlight suddenly illuminated the entire area. Several black cars sped up and came to a sudden stop. Lu Tingchen walked briskly, surrounded by Qin Hao and his bodyguards.
"Wanwan, come here!" " He shouted sternly, his sharp eyes sweeping towards Li Na.
Su Wanwan stood there stunned, looking at Lu Tingchen, her heart filled with contradiction and pain. Was it because of guilt that he was kind to her? Are all those tenderness and love false?
Li Na seized the opportunity to grab Su Wanwan's arm, pulled out a small knife and held it against her neck: "Don't come over!" Otherwise, I'll hurt her!
Lu Tingchen immediately stopped and raised his hands, saying, "Let her go. You set the conditions."
Li Na sneered, "I want five million in cash and a car full of gas. Right now!"
"Sure," Lu Tingchen didn't hesitate. "Qin Hao, go and get ready."
While the two were in a standoff, Su Wanwan asked Li Na softly, "Why did you do that?" Zhao Jing has already fallen. You don't need to fight for her."
Li Na's hand trembled slightly: "You don't understand." Miss Zhao has a handle on me. If I don't do anything for her, my family will all be in trouble.
Just then, an unexpected change occurred! Another figure rushed out from the shadows and lunged at Li Na with all its might! It's Su Mingwei!
"Sis!" " Su Wanwan exclaimed in surprise.
Amid the chaos, Li Na's knife slashed across Su Wanwan's arm, and blood gushed out immediately. Seeing this, Lu Tingchen immediately rushed forward to subdue Li Na, and the bodyguards also rushed over.
"Wan Wan!" " Lu Tingchen anxiously examined her wound and asked, "How are you?"
Su Wanwan shook her head and looked at him with a complicated expression: "Is what she said true?" Are you being kind to me because you feel guilty?
Lu Tingchen was stunned for a moment, then understood. A flash of pain appeared in his eyes: "You believe her but not me?" "
At this moment, Li Na, who had been subdued, suddenly burst into laughter: "Tell her, Mr. Lu!" Tell her that you knew long ago that Li Qingya's car accident was related to the Lu family! Tell her that you married her only to soothe the unease of your conscience!
Lu Tingchen was silent for a moment, then slowly stood up and faced Su Wanwan's gaze directly: "Yes, I've known for a long time that the Lu family is related to your mother's car accident." But it's not as she said.
He took a deep breath and said, "The car accident was indeed related to the Lu family, but it wasn't my grandfather's fault. It was my aunt Lu Meilin's husband - the project he was in charge of at that time had a problem. To protect himself, he caused that 'accident'." Grandfather covered up the truth in order to protect the family's reputation.
This twist left everyone stunned.
Then why didn't you say anything? Su Wanwan's voice trembled.
"Because the evidence is insufficient," Lu Tingchen said in pain, "and Aunt Meilin's husband has been dead for many years, with no way to prove it." I originally intended to tell you after finding conclusive evidence, but I didn't expect...
Just then, a burst of applause came from the shadows. Lu Meilin walked out slowly, her expression cold: "Wonderful, truly wonderful." Tingchen, I really underestimated you. You actually found out so much."
She turned to Su Wanwan, her eyes full of malice: "Yes, it was my husband who did it." But so what? He's dead. All the blame can be shifted onto him, can't it?
Lu Tingchen shielded Su Wanwan behind his back and said, "Auntie, stop now." I have gathered sufficient evidence to prove that you not only knew about it but also participated in the subsequent cover-up operation.
Lu Meilin sneered, "Evidence?" Just based on what you found? Don't forget, the old man won't allow you to ruin the Lu family's reputation."
"Grandpa already knows," Lu Tingchen said calmly. "He agreed to thoroughly investigate this matter and give the deceased justice." "
This sentence broke through Lu Meilin's last line of defense. She staggered a step, her face deathly pale: "No..." "Impossible..."
Suddenly, she rushed towards Su Wanwan, with a small knife in her hand at some point! It's all your fault! If it weren't for your relentless investigation, nothing would have been exposed!"
Lu Tingchen reacted quickly and pushed Su Wanwan away, but he himself was cut on the arm by the knife. The bodyguards immediately subdued the crazy Lu Meilin.
Amid the chaos, Su Wanwan felt a sharp pain in her abdomen and couldn't help bending down. Lu Tingchen, disregarding his own wound, hurriedly supported her and said, "Wanwan!" What's wrong with you?
Su Wanwan's face was pale and cold sweat was trickling down her forehead: "Stomach..." It hurts so much...
Lu Tingchen immediately realized something and his expression changed drastically: "You're pregnant?" "
Su Wanwan nodded weakly, tears sliding down her face: "Our child..." "
"Hold on!" I'll take you to the hospital right away! Lu Tingchen picked her up in his arms and rushed towards the car.
On the way to the hospital, Lu Tingchen held Su Wanwan's hand tightly and kept comforting her, "It's okay. It will definitely be okay." Both you and the child will be safe.
Su Wanwan looked at his anxious expression, and the doubts in her heart gradually dissipated. Such care and love can never be fake.
In the emergency room, the doctor quickly examined Su Wanwan. The waiting time for the result was exceptionally long.
Finally, the doctor walked out of the consultation room with a smile on his face: "Don't worry. The fetus is fine." It was just that the mother was frightened and needed to rest and observe.
Lu Tingchen and Su Wanwan both heaved a sigh of relief and embraced each other, weeping.
"Sorry," Lu Tingchen choked up, "I should have told you the truth earlier." But I'm really afraid of losing you...
Su Wanwan gently stroked his face and said, "Fool, I can still tell love from guilt." I can feel all your kindness to me.
The misunderstanding was cleared up and the estrangement between the two finally dissipated.
The next day, Mr. Lu came to the hospital from the sanatorium. He looked at Su Wanwan on the hospital bed, his eyes brimming with guilt: "Child, the Lu family is sorry to you, to your mother." I will do everything to make it up to you."
Su Wanwan shook her head and said, "Grandpa, I don't want compensation." I only hope the truth comes to light and that my mother can rest in peace.
The old man nodded: "It should be." Meilin has admitted everything and she will be punished as she deserves.
He looked at Lu Tingchen, his tone relieved: "Tingchen has found the right person." Wanwan, thank you for being willing to forgive this silly boy.
After the storm, life gradually returned to calm. Lu Meilin was transferred to judicial authorities for handling, and Li Na is also facing charges for kidnapping and extortion.
A week later, Lu Tingchen and Su Wanwan were both discharged from the hospital and returned to their hotel suites.
On the balcony, Lu Tingchen hugged Su Wanwan from behind, his palm gently resting on her lower abdomen: "Thank you for choosing to trust me." "
Su Wanwan leaned against his arms, feeling the warm sunlight: "Because we are a family." "
She turned to face him, her eyes serious: "Promise me that no matter what happens in the future, you will be honest with each other." Let's face it together."
Lu Tingchen solemnly promised, "I promise you." From now on, there will be no more secrets.
The two embraced and kissed each other, making an eternal vow in the morning light.
However, none of them knew that on a distant tall building, a telescope was pointed at them. The person holding the telescope curled a cold smile at the corner of his mouth: "How touching!" Unfortunately, the game has only just begun.
The shadow has not yet dissipated; it is merely temporarily hidden in the sunlight.
But at least at this moment, love is genuine and warm.
(To be continued...)"