After the divorce, the CEO forced me to have his child.

Chapter 550 Another One-Year Agreement

Papapa

Suddenly, a loud round of applause rang out.

Chenchen and Niu Niu walked over.

Niu Niu clapped her hands excitedly and asked, "Daddy, what are you and Mommy talking about?"

He Yi also calmed down and smiled, "Dad and Mom were talking about some things from the past. Niu Niu, do you know that Dad and Mom have known each other since we were very young? Mom was only ten years old back then, about the same age as you."

"Oh, really? I've never seen what my mom looked like when she was ten. But wait, I'm only seven. My mom is two years older than me, and she must be much taller than me too."

Actually, due to various nutritional factors, Gu Zhiyao, who was already ten years old, was not much taller than Niu Niu. She only started developing after starting junior high school.

So Niu Niu looks about the same as Gu Zhiyao did back then. Of course, Niu Niu is prettier and more delicate. She has a kind of confidence and radiance that comes from a well-off family and is full of her parents' love.

Niu Niu then pestered He Yi to tell her about what happened back then. He Yi looked at Gu Zhiyao meaningfully and said directly, "Back then, your father fell in love with your mother and was determined to be with her."

"Is it because Mommy is very pretty? As cute and pretty as me?" Niu Niu asked.

"Yes, she's beautiful, cute, smart, brave, kind—the list of her good qualities is endless!"

Uh--

Gu Zhiyao felt a little embarrassed upon hearing this.

However, looking at his radiant appearance, she couldn't help but think of him from back then.

Just then, Niu Niu said, "What about Daddy? Was Daddy very handsome back then?"

"Of course, Dad is a handsome guy."

"Haha, Daddy, aren't you ashamed? Nobody praises themselves like that." Niu Niu laughed loudly.

He Yi picked her up and said, "What Daddy said is the truth, so there's no need to be shy. When you grow up, Niu Niu's boyfriend has to be more handsome than Daddy, otherwise Daddy won't agree."

"He must be as handsome as his dad."

The father and daughter were playing happily when Chenchen walked over to Gu Zhiyao and quietly looked at her.

Gu Zhiyao smiled gently at him and took his hand.

A little later, Aunt Zhang came to call everyone to go eat.

Thanks to He Yi's donation, the orphanage's environment has improved a lot. They've even hired people to take care of things and cook for the children. The director's health has also improved considerably today, and she's come out of her room to eat with everyone.

She made a special trip to thank He Yi, saying, "Thanks to your help over the years, the children in the orphanage are happier than before. Apart from not having parents, they are no different from other children in terms of material things. I often teach them to remember Mr. He's kindness. If they need anything after they grow up, they will definitely repay you."

"You're too kind. Zhiyao grew up here, so this is like her family home. It's only right that I do my part," He Yi quickly replied politely.

"Yes, with you taking care of Zhiyao, I am completely at ease. She was very special when she was little, and I always thought that her future would be extraordinary. Although she has suffered a lot, she has finally reaped the rewards. She is blessed." The dean said, glancing at Gu Zhiyao with a look of satisfaction in his eyes.

Gu Zhiyao's eyes were also wet. She tried to suppress her tears and returned a smile to the dean.

After dinner, Gu Zhiyao chatted with the dean.

"You are the only one who has the right to decide your own feelings. And you are so smart, I don't need to tell you much. I just hope that you can have someone who loves you and accompanies you. No matter how strong and capable you are, you are still a woman. I heard about your mother's situation from Xiao Zhang. She is a pitiful person. I don't want you to be like your mother, unable to find a lover to grow old with. Moreover..."

The children will grow up eventually, and the man who will be by your side then will be the one to stand by you. I see that Mr. He has been trying very hard to gain your forgiveness, so why don't you give it a try? Don't worry so much; you're different now than before. No matter what happens, you have your three children to support you.”

Gu Zhiyao looked at the old man's aged face, which was clearly visible, and her lips trembled slightly.

"I remember when you came here as a baby, and now thirty years have passed in the blink of an eye. You are now a mother, and I am getting older day by day. Birth, aging, sickness and death are the natural laws of life. I am not afraid. I only hope that before I go, I can see that you have someone to rely on for the rest of your life. Zhiyao, you are a good child. You deserve a happy life."

"Don't talk nonsense. You'll live to be a hundred. I want you to stay with me for a very long time. Teach me like you used to, and tell me many life lessons." Gu Zhiyao couldn't hold back anymore and said with red eyes.

The headmistress calmly said, "Although I have never been rich or powerful in this life, and I have often been sad because I have seen you all suffer so much and have been abandoned by your parents, it breaks my heart. But because of your companionship, I have no regrets. I just hope that each of you is doing well. You have had a hard life since you were young, and you should enjoy your later years. And you are the one I worry about the most."

"Okay, I understand. I will take your advice to heart. But you must promise me that you will live well, the longer the better, okay?"

“Okay, let’s all work hard. We don’t know when or what will happen, but we have to try our best first, right? Your mother, the director, will work hard with you, Zhiyao.”

The conversation with the dean made Gu Zhiyao feel sad. Although she kept emphasizing that the dean would live to be a hundred, aging is not something anyone can control. The thought that one day, this kind old woman who had cared for her since childhood like a second mother would leave her and she would never see her again made her feel heartbroken and extremely sad.

He Yi was unsure of what she had been through, and felt very puzzled and even uneasy, afraid that the warmth they had finally built up today would disappear.

So, after leaving the orphanage and returning to his residence, he asked someone to take the children away first, then squatted down in front of Gu Zhiyao and asked, "What happened? What's wrong with Director Mama? I asked Aunt Zhang, and she said it's just a common cold. In a few days, I'll have someone arrange for her to have a full check-up and also arrange for a specialist in elderly care to follow up with her."

Looking at his sincere and earnest expression, Gu Zhiyao recalled the dean's words and suddenly choked up as she made a decision, "He Yi, I'll give you another chance. Let's give each other a year. I won't stop you from getting close to me, nor will I reject any attempts to show my affection. If I fall in love with you again after a year, then we'll get married. But if I still can't accept you, then we'll give up. With Chenchen's parents' help, you can start your life anew, okay?"

This was a huge surprise for He Yi. He looked at her in surprise and shock at first, then replied happily, "Okay, thank you, Gu Zhiyao, thank you!"

He stood up excitedly, sat on the bed, and helped her up to kiss her.