Oops, I had a ONS With My Secret Ex-husband

Chapter 168: Chapter 168 Conversation

Gu Qixiao didn’t react upon hearing those words. He simply instructed his men to continue keeping an eye on Ji Yu.

At the slightest sign of trouble, they were to notify him immediately.

As for the things Lin Chujian said, he didn’t dismiss them entirely, because he knew such circumstances were bound to happen. That’s why he chose to ignore Lin Chujian.

But she, apparently having plenty of time, really waited downstairs all night.

When she saw him, there was a hopeful glimmer in her eyes. "Gu Qixiao, I hope you can listen to me properly. I know you must despise the Lin family, but this matter isn’t what you think it is."

As she said this, she approached Gu Qixiao and even grabbed his sleeve.

Gu Qixiao expressionlessly pulled her hand away. "I don’t care whether the Lin family is good or bad. Once you’ve taken things to this extent, don’t even dream of turning back."

Since they wanted to make a move against Ji Yu, they were simply asking for trouble with him.

Lin Chujian froze momentarily, unable to believe he would say such a thing.

"When did you become someone without principles?" She couldn’t believe those words had come out of Gu Qixiao’s mouth.

Gu Qixiao had always maintained the same attitude toward everything, never showing favoritism toward anyone.

Even Song Xuan hadn’t received such treatment in the past.

"Don’t you think Ji Yu is at fault too? Even if she didn’t want to help the old man, she shouldn’t have resorted to such measures."

"The child in her womb is mine. Do you think I should side with Lin Lao Ye, or with my child and the woman I love?" Gu Qixiao calmly delivered this bombshell.

Previously, Lin Chujian had assumed Gu Qixiao was simply trying to defend Ji Yu when he claimed the child was his. But now, this scene didn’t align with her expectations.

"How could this be?" Her expression turned dazed.

"Weren’t you the type who wouldn’t randomly get involved with women? When did things between you and Ji Yu even start..."

Gu Qixiao’s attitude toward the matter remained unwaveringly firm.

"You don’t need to know. Now you understand why I’m siding with Ji Yu, right? If you get it, then leave now. Stop wasting everyone’s time. Even if you still want to collaborate, I won’t agree."

What had been said before would not be renegotiated.

"Even if Ji Yu doesn’t love you, will you still stay by her side?" These words cut through her like a knife.

But Gu Qixiao couldn’t care less about her feelings or consider her behavior worthwhile.

"There’s no need to face me with that posture. You’re a very strong-willed person. Why do you show such weakness when dealing with this matter?"

Making clean, decisive choices can actually be quite good.

At least then, there would be no further losses.

Looking at the current situation, didn’t she know it was hopeless?

Yet she still insisted on pursuing it this way.

He no longer showed any friendliness toward Lin Chujian.

Though past events had indeed left a lasting impression.

"Whether or not you’re a good person has nothing to do with me. I only know that your current behavior poses a threat to Yu."

There weren’t any other reasons to explain this.

He simply liked Ji Yu.

"No matter how much you do, it’s meaningless to me. I hope you don’t come looking for me again."

Such things would only seem absurd to him.

"Do you think what you’re doing now has any use? The only result will be the cancellation of our collaboration."

Dragging things out further would only lead to greater losses for both families.

For the first time, Lin Chujian felt completely powerless.

"Why am I treating you like this? Don’t you understand?" Her love was so obvious, yet some pretended not to see it.

There was a hint of sorrow in her brow.

"I’ve finally realized you can never wake someone pretending to sleep. I knew you would never treat the person you love in this manner."

When he liked someone, he could be this passionate. It was just that the person wasn’t her.

"What do you mean by that? I know you might have a bit of affection for me, but those feelings must’ve spanned many phases for you, right?"

He’d always understood what Lin Chujian was aiming for, but he had no intention of responding. There was absolutely no chance between the two of them.

Lin Chujian scoffed. "Yeah, with so many options, why did I end up fixated on you? I always knew someone like you wouldn’t be simple."

There’s always so much misery to endure.

"Since that’s the case, our collaboration ends here. I hope you won’t regret it. After all, this matter will lead to considerable losses for both families. To go to such lengths for a woman, I can only say your priorities seem off."

Who gives up such a crucial collaboration for the sake of a woman?

Gu Qixiao didn’t care about her assessment. He even thought there was nothing wrong with it.

"Although I don’t wish to judge the Lin family, I’ve seen everything you’ve done before. Since issues of integrity have arisen, continuing this collaboration is impossible."

This was the unspoken rule between them. The Lin family simply chose to forget and disregard it.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chujian’s expression became stiff and unnatural.

"Don’t you think this is ridiculous? Who hasn’t done things like that? What do you mean by integrity issues? The truth is, the Lin family’s people only wanted a chance to save the old man."

Was it wrong to want to save someone?

"And besides, how could businessmen let integrity dictate their actions?"

The principle of "no businessman lacks treachery" — did he not understand this? noveldrama

"I don’t care how you handle business with others. For me, this matter is unnecessary."

Since they violated this fundamental issue, the contract had to be terminated immediately.

"I accept these losses."

Some things are just that simple.

No matter how much they miscomprehended him, Gu Qixiao wouldn’t change his mind.

He got into his car without hesitation.

Lin Chujian stared at his silhouette, dazed. She’d never imagined things between them would come to this. Once, she had stayed by his side as a good friend. Now, she couldn’t even keep him as a friend.

"You’ll regret this." She muttered softly.

Whether she was addressing Gu Qixiao or herself, she wasn’t entirely sure.

Perhaps only her own heart truly understood.