The only SSSS-level fertility constitution in the entire interstellar space

Fu Ciyan stood aside, taking in the expression on Gu Jingxiao's face: "Dr. Gu, you've come at the right time. There's something I want to make clear to you."

Gu Jingxiao withdrew his gaze and met Fu Ciyan's emotionless black eyes, vaguely guessing what he was going to say.

But he remained expressionless, still wearing that gentle smile: "General Fu, please speak."

"Regarding Yaoyao's prenatal checkups, we've decided to have a different doctor in charge," Fu Ciyan said bluntly. "Thank you for your hard work these past few days; we'll settle the consultation fee at the highest rate."

Gu Jingxiao's smile froze instantly.

Although I had expected it, I still felt a sense of loss when I actually heard those words.

He pursed his lips, not responding immediately, but instead looked at Xie Linyu.

Xie Linyu met his gaze without the slightest guilt, and even with a hint of mockery.

"Is it because of that matter?" Gu Jingxiao asked.

Xie Linyu did not answer, but his silence itself was the answer.

Gu Jingxiao took a deep breath and turned to Fu Ciyan: "Can I see Miss Lu Yao? There are some things I want to clarify with her in person."

"She's still resting, so it's not convenient for her," Fu Ciyan refused in a flat tone. "If there's anything you need, just tell me."

Gu Jingxiao knew, of course, that Fu Ciyan would not easily let him see Lu Yao, or rather, that this was Lu Yao's doing.

The fingers gripping the portable medical case tightened slightly, the knuckles turning white.

Just then, soft footsteps came from the stairs.

The three of them looked up at the same time.

Lu Yao was wearing loose loungewear, her long hair was loosely draped over her shoulders, and her cheeks had a faint blush from just waking up. She looked lazy and soft.

She rubbed her eyes as she came downstairs. When she saw Gu Jingxiao in the living room, she paused slightly. Before she could react, Fu Ciyan had already strode over: "Did I wake you up?"

"No, he..." Lu Yao leaned against him, her gaze falling on Gu Jingxiao. She wanted to say, "Why is he here?" but felt it wouldn't be appropriate to say it in front of Gu Jingxiao.

But Fu Ciyan understood what she meant: "Dr. Gu is here to examine you, but I have already made it clear to him that we need to change doctors."

Gu Jingxiao's gaze fell on Lu Yao, and he sensed the distance and wariness in Lu Yao's eyes when she looked at him.

This was completely different from the gentle, trusting look Lu Yao had given him when they met before.

If he had any doubts or lingering hope before, he can now be completely certain that Lu Yao knows about his relationship with Xie Linyu.

However, she forgave Xie Linyu and chose to be matched with him a second time, but did not forgive him.

Clearly, Xie Linyu received her favoritism, while he did not.

Xie Linyu stood aside, coldly watching Gu Jingxiao, without feeling any remorse.

He was the one who approached Gu Jingxiao, offering 500 million star coins to bribe him to cooperate in his act. Gu Jingxiao could have refused, but he didn't, so it was a fair transaction, and it can't be said that anyone cheated anyone else.

Now that he has gotten what he wanted, it is only natural for Gu Jingxiao to do things for money.

If he can strike at his "opponent" and make him back down and stop bothering him in this way, it can be considered a good deed. How could he feel guilty? He would be so happy!

As for how Gu Jingxiao is feeling right now, he knows all too well what it feels like to be distrusted by Lu Yao. He's probably panicking inside, but he still has to maintain a calm and natural demeanor on the surface.

Gu Jingxiao ignored Xie Linyu standing to the side and said, "Miss Lu Yao, I want to explain and apologize to you about that matter."

Lu Yao didn't speak, she just looked at him quietly.

Fu Ciyan tightened his grip on her waist slightly, but did not stop her. He simply stood quietly beside her, leaving the decision to her.

Gu Jingxiao's voice was somewhat hoarse: "When Mr. Xie first approached me, he offered me 500 million star coins to help him fabricate a diagnosis. I agreed. I won't explain this, because I did make a mistake in this matter."

"However, I have never neglected any aspect of Ms. Lu Yao's prenatal care and check-ups. I ask Ms. Lu Yao to trust me on this point. In the field of reproductive and fertility care in the Federation, no one is more authoritative than me. Even if Ms. Lu Yao wants to change doctors, I firmly believe that I am better than the other party and more suitable for Ms. Lu Yao. I hope Ms. Lu Yao will give me a chance."

Lu Yao trusted Gu Jingxiao's medical expertise. However, she said, "I don't really understand why you agreed to cooperate with Xie Linyu in the first place. Shouldn't you have professional ethics as a doctor?"

Gu Jingxiao paused, his gaze lingering on Lu Yao's face for a moment, before continuing: "Out of curiosity, out of curiosity about what kind of Miss Lu Yao was, whom Mr. Xie was willing to bear the humiliation of 'impotence' to get close to, so he did this. However, the 500 million star coins that Mr. Xie gave me have now been used to promote research on 'reproductive evolution' and have not entered my personal account."

Lu Yao's eyelashes trembled slightly.

Gu Jingxiao didn't miss this subtle reaction, but he didn't stop and continued, "I know it's pointless to say all this now, but I still want you to know that I accepted Mr. Xie's 500 million star coins not just because of the money, but because I ultimately violated the medical code. It's understandable that you don't trust me. I will go to the medical committee to state the facts and accept the punishment I deserve."

"I just hope you can give me another chance and not replace me. I'm still useful to you."

After Gu Jingxiao finished speaking, the living room fell into a brief silence.

Lu Yao looked at him, her eyes showing a hint of emotion, not because his explanation was particularly pleasing, but because he mentioned "accepting punishment."

A person who is willing to take responsibility is ultimately different from someone who only shirks and avoids it.

But she didn't speak; she simply turned her gaze to Fu Ciyan beside her.

Fu Ciyan looked down at her, understanding the question in her eyes, but he didn't make a decision for her. He simply squeezed her hand gently, indicating that she should choose for herself.

Lu Yao then looked at Xie Linyu.

Xie Linyu met her gaze, remained silent for a moment, and then said, "Yaoyao, this matter started because of me, and I bear an unshirkable responsibility. You can decide for yourself how to proceed; you don't need to consider me."

Lu Yao withdrew her gaze and looked at Gu Jingxiao again.

The man stood there, his back ramrod straight, but a flicker of panic, as if awaiting judgment, appeared in his usually composed eyes.

"Dr. Gu," Lu Yao began, her voice soft, "you said you would go to the medical committee to state the facts and accept punishment, were you serious?"

"Yes," Gu Jingxiao answered without the slightest hesitation. "I violated the professional ethics of a doctor, and this is what I deserve."

"And then what?" Lu Yao continued, "Will you still be able to practice medicine?"

Gu Jingxiao pursed his lips: "The license may be suspended for a period of time, and there may be other penalties. It depends on the committee's judgment."

"Then why did you say it would be useful to me?" Lu Yao tilted her head, her tone tinged with confusion. "If your license is revoked, how will you provide me with prenatal checkups?"