Chapter 461 Counterattack
“Of course, Mom,” Bai Rong promised. She knew taking care of three kids would be too much for her. She would not have the time and energy for that even after they settled Gu Mingchen’s issue, so it would be good to let Song Xiyu help out.
She was the woman who raised Gu Mingchen, so Bai Rong was certain that she would make a good caregiver. Song Xiyu took leave after checking on Bai Rong briefly.
Considering how busy she was now, her short visit and her gift meant a lot to Bai Rong. So much had happened between them. If it were not for those desperate situations that estranged their relationship, the two women would have gotten along well a long time ago.
By the time Gu Mingchen and Song Xiyu sent off all the guests, it was already ten at night, but they still had to stay up. Gu Mingchen had dropped by her room a few times throughout the day.
Bai Rong knew the best she could do for everyone now was to make sure she stayed healthy, so she rested in the room.
She fell in and out of drowsy sleep the whole day. Sometimes, she would see Gu Mingchen at the side of her bed when she opened her eyes.
Every time he saw her awake, he would call her gently and assure her, saying, “I’m here, don’t worry.”
She knew he would always stay by her side, but she was just concerned about him. It would be another sleepless night for him.
The night passed and morning came. The family and guests sent Gu Tianhang to the crematorium the next day.
After cremation, his ashes were placed at the Martyr’s Memorial Garden. By afternoon, everyone had a meal together.
It was not until three o’clock in the afternoon that Gu Mingchen came back to see Bai Rong.
He did not have sufficient sleep for the past three days. “Is Mom okay?” Bai Rong asked, holding his hand.
He nodded.
“What about you? Do you want to rest a bit? You look tired.”
Gu Mingchen lifted the blanket and lay down beside her. He placed his hand on his tummy and spoke, “I was a rebellious kid when I was young. I didn’t talk to my parents a lot after I went studying. After I graduated from university, my dad hoped I could join politics, but I refused and went ahead to join the military. He wanted me to run for chief-in-command, but I didn’t want to do that either. I contacted Shen Yiyan on my own and ended up helping my enemy’s son become the chief-in-command. Dad fell ill because he got so angry with me. All I knew was to blame him for being cruel, but it turned out I was the one who was at fault.”
“Don’t beat yourself to it. I know you would’ve done things differently if you knew the truth,” Bai Rong consoled him, putting her hand on his, “I’m sure our child will feel proud to have a father like you.”
“Yeah,” Gu Mingchen uttered with a deep voice.
“Get some rest. I’ll stay beside you,” Bai Rong said.
Gu Mingchen closed his eyes and went into a deep sleep.
She stayed awake beside him, thinking what their next step should be to bring down their enemies.
Sheng Dongcheng and Shen Ao were from the same gang. It would not be easy to topple them. Most importantly, Sheng Dongcheng was the head of that secret society, so they would have to take carefully calculated steps.
She did not even know for sure how many atrocious crimes that organization had done.
This made her wonder if the virus Shen Yiyan was developing was also another thing Sheng Dongcheng asked him to do.
Su Xuyan was the person who knew Sheng Dongcheng the best, so the most effective way to oust Sheng Dongcheng would be to get Su Xuyan’s help. But she knew Gu Mingchen would not want her to have anything to do with Su Xuyan anymore.
Now that she was with child, she could not just do whatever she wanted. She wanted to stay as long as she could with her children, so she had to deliberate her steps cautiously.
Before she knew it, it was already dinner time. The maid knocked on the door and came in.
Bai Rong took a quick look at Gu Mingchen and put her finger on her lips, hinting the maid to not make a sound.
But Gu Mingchen grabbed her hand and opened his eyes as she was getting off the bed lightly. His eyes were still red from a lack of sleep.
“I’ll go have dinner. Do you want to eat together or rest a little more?” she asked.
Gu Mingchen pulled the blanket aside and sat up. “I need to eat anyway. You can just have dinner in the room. I’ll stay with you.”
“I’ve already stayed in the room for a long time. The Chinese medicine is working, so my stomach doesn’t hurt anymore. Some walking will do me good. Besides, Mom will be eating alone if both of us eat here. She just lost her husband, so she must be feeling down. She’ll feel better if we dine with her,” Bai Rong explained, getting off the bed.
Gu Mingchen nodded and handed her a cardigan. “Bundle up. Don’t catch a cold.”
“You too.”
Bai Rong put on the cardigan as Gu Mingchen went into the bathroom to wash up. He came out, still topless, and went out with Bai Rong. He was already used to it.
Song Xiyu was waiting for them outside the door. When she saw them, a sweet smile broke on her face. “It’s time for dinner. How are you feeling, Nian?”
“I’m feeling a lot better. Thanks, Mom.”
“Good to know. Let’s go have dinner then,” Song Xiyu replied, leading the way.
The maid brought the dishes over to the table as everyone sat around the table. No one spoke as they ate since there was nothing to talk about, and it would be awkward to force a conversation.
Gu Mingchen put down his cutlery once he was done eating.
Bai Rong followed suit and Song Xiyu did the same immediately. Their interaction was still a little stiff. After all, this was the first time they were living together under the same roof.
“Mom, Nian and I will be staying here for a while. Sorry to trouble you,” Gu Mingchen spoke first.
“It’s no trouble at all. I like having you around, and I like my daughter-in-law too,” Song Xiyu said, smiling at Bai Rong, who reciprocated her smile.
Gu Mingchen was pleased to see them get along well. “I’m putting you in charge of Gu Group too.”
“Me? Why? You’ve been doing a good job handling the business. The company’s sales have been increasing for the past two years ever since you took over,” his mother asked.
Bai Rong guessed Gu Mingchen had already made up his mind to return to the military base. He wanted to get back in power to fight his archenemies.
“I’m going back to the military base. There are things I need to do.”
“Alright then. You can leave the company to me. Both of you don’t have to worry about anything. Just focus on what you need to do,” Song Xiyu expressed her support.
“Thanks, Mom.”
Gu Mingchen and Bai Rong went for a walk hand in hand after dinner.
“Let me know right away if you’re not feeling well,” Gu Mingchen reminded her.
“You keep forgetting that I used to be a gynecologist. I know what I need to do. Adequate exercise will do me good.”
“Yeah, but I don’t want you to stay outdoors for too long. It’s getting cold,” Gu Mingchen replied, tightening his grip around her hand.
“How do you plan on taking down Sheng Dongcheng?” she changed the topic.
“I gave it some thought. I will need someone on my side to infiltrate his secret society so I can get some proof about his crimes.”
“How are you gonna do that? He’s always on his guard.”
Gu Mingchen’s lips curved slyly. “Yes, he’s a cautious man. But there is one thing that will give him away.”
