We've been in a marriage of convenience for three years without sleeping together. Why am I goi

Lu Zhi was a little nervous and gripped his hand even tighter.

"I'm sorry, I can't agree to that."

As soon as she finished speaking, Jiang Xing, the "mother-in-law," immediately changed her expression, her eyes filled with malice. "Lu Zhi, I'm warning you, don't think you can leave the Gu family just because you've found someone else."

"You're just an orphan, and I'm doing you a favor by getting you a marriage certificate."

"Do you think you can marry someone better after leaving the Gu family?"

Hearing the harsh words, Lu Zhi's eyes darkened.

She knew that her nominal "mother-in-law," Jiang Xing, looked down on her.

But I never expected it to be so straightforward.

An even more vicious remark interrupted her thoughts: "If you don't agree, once your production team releases the announcement, I'll release the wedding video from back then and ruin your reputation."

Lu Zhi's face turned pale.

Obviously, they didn't expect it; it was originally intended as a sweet keepsake.

Now, it has become his weakness.

Jiang Xing saw this posture, but mistook it for fear.

Her eyes gleamed with smugness, and she reverted to her usual haughty demeanor. "If you apologize to me, this matter will be over."

"Feed." Pei Yi said casually, a slight smirk playing on his lips. "When you ask for a favor, you should have the proper attitude."

Jiang Xing seemed to be angered by his arrogant attitude. Her face darkened with anger. "She's my daughter-in-law. What right do you have to interrupt, you pretty boy? You'll get what's coming to you."

Pei Yi chuckled as if he'd heard the funniest joke. "Where's the marriage certificate?"

Lu Zhi took his hand first, intentionally showing it off, making the gesture particularly obvious.

Then, she firmly stated, "He's not a gigolo, he's my boyfriend."

As soon as she finished speaking, she could feel her heart pounding, and a blush crept onto her face as she stole a glance at the man.

Pei Yi remained calm, his strong face revealing no emotion.

But the subtle upturn at the corners of his mouth betrayed his affection.

They must be secretly pleased.

Lu Zhi couldn't help but smile.

Just then, an accident happened.

A slap was about to land hard on her cheek, and Lu Zhi could even hear the sound of the wind as it moved.

Caught off guard, she thought she was about to suffer.

The expected situation did not occur; the hand was stopped by another, stronger, more solid, and more powerful arm.

She looked up.

Pei Yi's tall figure stood in front of him without hesitation.

Even she herself didn't realize it.

It's like an instinct.

Lu Zhi felt a warmth in her heart.

"Show some respect in public." Pei Yi said coldly, taking out his phone to dial the police.

Seeing that things were getting out of hand, Jiang Xing, the "mother-in-law," immediately started throwing a tantrum, "Oh dear, two young people are bullying an old woman like me."

The noise was so loud that it attracted many passersby in the wards to watch.

The person standing in front of Lu Zhi at this moment.

She used to be the most dignified person, but now she doesn't care about her reputation at all. She doesn't look like a wealthy lady at all.

I never imagined things would escalate to this point.

It can be considered retribution.

Lu Zhi gently tugged at Pei Yi's sleeve. "Never mind, she is, after all, a patient's family member."

Just as the words left his mouth.

As if her words had given her a great deal of confidence, Jiang Xing immediately began to pretend to wipe away tears, "Oh dear, I was just so angry. My daughter-in-law cheated on me and even brought her lover with her..."

The noise grew even louder, attracting the attention of the hospital's security guards.

A square-faced security guard in uniform walked in, carrying a stun gun. "What's all the noise about? This is a hospital. The other patients need to rest."

As soon as she finished speaking, Jiang Xing's face paled, and her voice lowered a little, "I am Jiang Xing, a wealthy socialite, and my son is President Gu, who has been on TV."

Security guard: "Heh, we're a public hospital. If you're not satisfied, you can transfer to a private hospital. We don't recognize wealthy families."

Jiang Xing's face turned black with anger. "I'm going to file a complaint against you."

"What a coincidence, I just received this gentleman's complaint, that's why I came to handle it." The security guard looked righteous and indignant, clearly not taking her words seriously.

Pei Yi raised an eyebrow. "You'd better mind your own business."

Upon hearing this, Lu Zhi's lips relaxed.

My mother-in-law finally realized that money can't solve problems.

There was no other way; Gu Yizhi's illness was an emergency, so they could only find the nearest hospital.

With the help of the security guards, they held hands.

Preparing to leave the hospital.

Behind him, Jiang Xing was still making a huge fuss, but he didn't pay any attention to it.

Then a voice exploded in Lu Zhi's heart like a thunderclap, "Mom, where's Zhizhi?"

"Who are you talking about? Oh, I've really suffered a lot. I was just bullied, and even my own son doesn't care about me."

A murmured voice came from behind.

Lu Zhi loosened her grip on Pei Yi's hand slightly and turned around to look.

The man still had his thick eyebrows and exuded aggression, but due to his illness, his face was deathly pale.

It did diminish its aura somewhat.

Gu Yizhi spoke with a bitter tone, "Zhizhi."

"We're no longer related."

Her understated explanation was the last vestige of dignity she left for this relationship.

After all, no one can pretend nothing happened after being bullied, splashed with dirty water, raped, imprisoned, or detained by their "white moonlight" (idealized romantic partner).

She can't.

Gu Yizhi raised his head, his eyes full of seriousness, "No, as long as you're willing, I can get our marriage certificate right away."

"We can be related."

Hearing this, Lu Zhi found it amusing. "Do you think we can go back to the past?"

Her heart trembled slightly, but she managed to suppress her emotions.

After all, the future is important.

Gu Yizhi's eyes were dark. "We had a good past. Have you forgotten those wonderful times?"

Lu Zhi sneered, "That was all in the past."

"Besides, do you even know this saying?"

Gu Yizhi: "What?"

"Late-blooming affection is more worthless than grass," Lu Zhi uttered softly, her lips slightly parted.

Then, she gripped Pei Yi's hand even tighter.

At this moment, the man's already sickly pale face became even paler, and his whole body swayed precariously.

It seems they can't accept it at all.

However, Lu Zhi has already made her decision and will not change it.

Moreover, she had known Gu Yizhi for many years, and such a proud person was rejected.

They probably won't bother me anymore.

She took Pei Yi's hand. "Let's go."

"Don't go."

Lu Zhi glanced back and saw Gu Yizhi standing there, his eyes red. "I'll agree to anything you ask if you're willing to come back."

This offer looks very tempting.

But Lu Zhi was not swayed and came up with an excellent condition to make people give up.

He simply said, "Don't joke around. You'd really abandon Shen Luoyao for me?"

Gu Yizhi's expression softened slightly. "Okay."

"She was originally just a pet to keep her company for fun."

Upon hearing this, Lu Zhi's eyes flashed with surprise, and she quickly shouted, "Doctor, doctor, come quickly! The patient's aftereffects are quite serious!"

"It's like...it's like there's something wrong with his brain."