Chapter 247 Decision

But I can't take the child with me. If I abandon the child like this, wouldn't I be unworthy of being a mother?

Besides, how could they easily agree to a divorce...?

Her voice was hoarse, "The children are here... and they won't agree..."

Yang Mei replied, "If you're willing to think about it, you'll definitely find a way."

Gao Huiqin simply lowered her head in silence.

For quite a while.

Shan Xiaoyan became anxious, "Say something! Whatever decision you make, we'll help you if you need it! Right, Zhiyi?"

Nan Zhiyi nodded affirmatively to Shan Xiaoyan before turning to Gao Huiqin, "If you need help, we will do our best."

Seeing that they were having a lively discussion, Teacher Li thought he should first go and report the situation to the leaders, and then talk to Gao Huiqin about whether to drop out of school.

"Huiqin, you two discuss this first. I'll go ask the supervisor to see if we can coordinate this better..."

After saying that, Teacher Li quickly left.

Nan Zhiyi pointed to a quiet little pavilion next to the teaching building, "Let's sit over there for a while, it's not good to talk standing up."

The group moved to the pavilion and sat down.

Nan Zhiyi looked at Gao Huiqin, who had been keeping her head down, and said softly, "Huiqin, dropping out of school is cutting off your future. If you have the courage to choose to drop out and go back to that hellhole to endure for the rest of your life, don't you have the courage to fight back and fight for a better future for yourself and for your child?"

Upon hearing this, Shan Xiaoyan smiled and immediately clapped her hands: "Zhiyi! You've hit the nail on the head! You're truly my soulmate!"

Her mood swings were so rapid that it was both funny and exasperating.

Nan Zhiyi glanced at Shan Xiaoyan and deliberately changed the subject, trying to ease the overly tense atmosphere.

"Didn't you say I was a loner before? Now you're suddenly your confidante?"

Shan Xiaoyan, on the other hand, was quite frank, scratching her head sheepishly: "I... I just sometimes get carried away and speak without thinking, I'm easily impulsive! Don't mind me!"

She realized how naive she had been before; the awkward feeling of silently treating someone as a good friend but not being valued now seemed quite funny.

Nan Zhiyi shook her head: "Of course I don't mind." She thought Shan Xiaoyan's straightforward personality was quite cute.

The two men's banter didn't affect Gao Huiqin's mood; she remained silent with her head down...

The pavilion fell silent, with only the rustling of leaves in the wind.

Yang Mei quietly watched Gao Huiqin, observing the subtle changes in her expression.

After a while, Yang Mei gently reminded everyone, "There are 26 minutes left before the afternoon classes begin."

These words were like a wake-up call, striking Gao Huiqin's heart.

She jolted, and finally spoke: "I want to continue my studies... but if I abandon my children, I... I feel so sorry for them."

Nan Zhiyi sighed, “You are a person first, and a mother second. You should consider your own feelings first... Besides, only when you are doing well will your child benefit.”

Yang Mei also said, "As long as you stay in Beijing to continue your studies, the child's problem can be solved gradually. Even if you can't bring the child to your side for the time being, you can find a way to bring the child to your side after you graduate and get a job. The situation will be much better then."

Shan Xiaoyan quickly expressed her support, "Yes, yes, yes!"

The three of them took turns trying to persuade him for a long time.

Gao Huiqin took a deep breath, and her eyes finally hardened.

She bowed deeply to Nan Zhiyi and the other two: "Thank you, really... thank you for enlightening me. I don't want to drop out of school anymore, I want to stay and finish my studies."

She straightened her back: "I will ask Teacher Li to go with me to see that family and explain things clearly... Ultimately, I have to face this matter myself. You all go to class now, don't waste any more time because of me."

Seeing the light rekindled in Gao Huiqin's eyes, Nan Zhiyi felt a little relieved.

She took out all her money and food coupons from her canvas bag and stuffed them into Gao Huiqin's hand: "Take these for now and we'll talk about it later."

Gao Huiqin's tears welled up again: "Thank you, Zhiyi..."

Shan Xiaoyan and Yang Mei also rummaged through their pockets and contributed all the money and food coupons they had on them.

Yang Mei also carefully instructed: "Huiqin, when you go to find them with Teacher Li, please remember to ask the teacher to bring a few more security guards with you. Safety is the most important thing."

Gao Huiqin nodded vigorously: "I understand. Don't worry, I will definitely stay. I'll go find Teacher Li right now."

She turned and walked towards the office building with firm steps.

Nan Zhiyi, Shan Xiaoyan, and Yang Mei stood there, watching her walk away.

During the afternoon classes, Nan Zhiyi was somewhat absent-minded, her thoughts occasionally drifting to Gao Huiqin, wondering what the outcome would be...

After school, she said a quick goodbye to Yang Mei and Shan Xiaoyan and headed home.

Although she cares about her friends, she also understands that everyone must ultimately walk their own path.

She needs to go back to her own world now.

As soon as they entered the courtyard, Xiaoman rushed over like a little cannonball and hugged Nan Zhiyi's leg.

Nan Zhiyi picked up her son and kissed his cheek. "My little Man, how come you're so heavy? Mommy can hardly carry you anymore."

Xiaoman hugged her mother's neck tightly, "I'm not heavy, Daddy said so."

"Hmm, Mom is weak, but Dad is strong." She took a deep breath of her son's puppy scent, which made her feel much better.

Xiaoman, however, found it ticklish and laughed as she dodged around.

Nan Zhiyi felt herself being weighed down by his chubby little body and quickly tried to show weakness, "I can't carry you anymore, Mommy can't carry you anymore..."

She put Xiaoman on the ground and said, "Come on, come with Mom to wash your hands."

“Okay!” Xiaoman pulled her into the house.

Sister Zhang poked her head out from the kitchen and said, "We're having pork rib noodles tonight. I bought some fresh pork ribs, they smell amazing."

Nan Zhiyi smiled and said, "I'm actually quite hungry, so I'll have to eat more tonight."

While washing her hands, she held Xiaoman's chubby little hands and used soap bubbles to press the little dimples on them, saying, "Look at Xiaoman's little hands, each bubble is a home."

Xiaoman was so curious that she didn't want to wash the bubbles off her hands, so she and her mother stood by the pool and played with the bubble solution.

Nan Zhiyi indulged him and played with him for a while.

She said she was hungry, but when it came time to eat, Nan Zhiyi only managed to eat a small bowl before putting away her chopsticks and bowl.

That evening, after putting Xiaoman to sleep early, she sat in the living room downstairs, reading a book while waiting for Gu Xiao to come home.

When she heard the door open, she immediately dropped her book and ran to greet him.

Before he could even stand up straight, Nan Zhiyi rushed into his arms, wrapped her legs around his waist, and buried her head in his neck, seeking comfort.

"Fifth Brother, let me hug you for a while."

Gu Xiao's heart softened at the impact of her bump, and he immediately supported her waist and hips, holding her tightly in his arms. "Mmm, let's hug for a while."

He loved her undisguised need.