Upon hearing this, Director Li realized Jiang Wan had misunderstood.
He glanced cautiously at Gu Shilan, then quickly waved his hands. “No, Miss Jiang, you’ve misunderstood.”
“???” Jiang Wan was utterly confused. Then why did you make it sound like I had a terminal illness? “Then what is it?”
Director Li dared not add any more drama of his own, or he might be packing his bags tomorrow.
“Miss Jiang, according to the examination results, your uterus is congenitally underdeveloped, making it inherently difficult to conceive. If you proceed with an abortion, after the medication-induced abortion, a uterine curettage would still be required. The underdeveloped uterine lining would suffer severe damage, significantly increasing the likelihood of lifelong infertility.”
Jiang Wan listened word by word.
Her mind went blank—it felt like a bolt from the blue.
The realization that she might never have children again left her speechless for a long time.
She had chosen to terminate the pregnancy because the baby had come at the wrong time. Although Gu Shilan had said he would take responsibility, she feared that a hasty decision might lead to an unhappy marriage and bring harm to the child.
It wasn’t that she didn’t love them.
On the contrary, she adored children.
Jiang Wan forced herself to steady her thoughts and looked up to ask, “Doctor, how high is the probability?”
Director Li put it more bluntly: “Miss Jiang, I regret to say that your chances of conceiving again are less than five percent.”
After the initial shock, upon hearing she had only a slim chance of pregnancy, Jiang Wan gradually calmed down.
“Thank you, Doctor. I understand.”
“Director Li, you may go attend to your duties now,” Gu Shilan, who had remained silent until then, spoke up.
Director Li immediately slipped away, not daring to stay in the room a moment longer.
The room fell into silence, with only the faint sound of their breathing remaining.
Gu Shilan stayed by Jiang Wan’s side, patiently waiting for her to speak.
After a brief silence.
Jiang Wan suddenly looked up, her gaze serious as she met Gu Shilan’s eyes. “Uncle Gu, does what you said still stand?”
She didn’t specify what she meant, and Gu Shilan didn’t ask. Both understood each other perfectly.
Gu Shilan sighed inwardly. His Wanwan was always so cautious, so lacking in security, evoking a sense of pity.
His voice was deep as he made his promise to her: “It stands.”
Jiang Wan’s expression was resolute. “I want to keep these two children.”
Upon learning she might never conceive again, Jiang Wan made her decision almost instantly.
Even if she and Gu Shilan were to part ways in the future due to a lack of affection, she would raise the children alone, giving them all her love.
“Wanwan.” Gu Shilan seemed to see through the facade of strength Jiang Wan had put up, sensing the turmoil within her.
As if to comfort her, he spoke considerately: “From now on, you and the children are my responsibility. After we register our marriage, I will have my lawyer draft a property agreement. You and I will share equal property rights, and custody of the children will be yours. If in the future…”
He paused briefly. “You still feel we are not suited, you can take half of my assets, with or without the children, and live the life you desire.”
Jiang Wan hadn’t expected such a promise from Gu Shilan. For a moment, she was at a loss for words, her voice slightly hoarse. “Uncle Gu, you…”
Gu Shilan hadn’t said these things to earn her gratitude but to put her at ease.
Hesitating for a moment, he still affectionately patted Jiang Wan’s head.
“Wanwan, you don’t need to feel any burden or worry. I said all that just to put your mind at ease. Moreover, I won’t rely on our marital relationship to do anything against your wishes, nor will I use marriage to bind you.”
The warmth from Gu Shilan’s palm seemed to penetrate Jiang Wan’s skin and reach straight into her heart, spreading a comforting warmth through her.
“Thank you, Uncle Gu.”
“You’re welcome.” Gu Shilan’s anxious heart finally settled, and a faint, almost imperceptible glint of cunning flashed in his eyes. “This is what Uncle Gu should do.”
He would have preferred Jiang Wan to call him something else, but knowing how shy she was, he didn’t want to force her. It was better to take things slowly.
He Boyan had his legs propped up on the office desk. Seeing Dean Li return, he said, “It’s done.”
Dean Li let out a soft sigh of relief. Being alone with the carefree Young Master He made him feel much more at ease.
He nodded. “Miss Jiang should have reconsidered her decision about the abortion.”
He Boyan stood up and pursed his lips.
“Who knows what Gu Shilan did to make that pretty girl unwilling to have his child. For the sake of his heir issue, he called me late at night, making me come up with excuses for him. He really is something.”
“Now that it’s done, I’m off.” With that, he swung his car keys and left.
The next day, Gu Shilan and Jiang Wan were discharged from the hospital and got into a Bentley that had been specially arranged to pick them up.
After driving for over an hour, the car arrived at Silver Bay Villa, located halfway up the mountainside.
Far from the hustle and bustle, the environment was serene and tranquil, with the magnificent building nestled among lush, verdant trees.
It possessed an elegance that the Jiang family villa lacked.
The car came to a stop in front of the villa, and the driver silently got out, leaving the space to Gu Shilan and Jiang Wan.
Gu Shilan turned his head to look at Jiang Wan, who was fast asleep with her head resting on his shoulder, and a slight smile curved his lips.
Due to pregnancy hormones, Jiang Wan had become exceptionally sleepy.
Not wanting to wake her, Gu Shilan gently carried her out of the car.
After just a few steps, Jiang Wan slowly opened her eyes. Upon realizing her situation,
her face flushed, and she said sheepishly, “U-Uncle Gu, please put me down.”
At that moment, a man and a woman emerged from the house.
Both were tall and slender, sharp and efficient, and upon closer inspection, their features bore some resemblance.
They headed straight in their direction.
Knowing Jiang Wan was easily embarrassed, Gu Shilan couldn’t bear to make her feel awkward. Smiling, he set her down on the ground.
The two exchanged a glance and tactfully slowed their pace.
Only after seeing Jiang Wan straighten her clothes and stand up properly did they approach to greet Gu Shilan. “Master.”
Gu Shilan nodded.
He then introduced them to Jiang Wan. “This is Wen Shi and Wen Qing. They are siblings and my personal bodyguards.”
Wen Shi and Wen Qing had already been informed in advance about Jiang Wan’s identity. With perfect propriety, they greeted her, “Young Madam.”
Jiang Wan felt a bit uncomfortable being suddenly addressed as “Young Madam,” but Gu Shilan gently squeezed her hand and smiled, nodding at her.
“Hello.” Jiang Wan, always well-mannered, even gave them a slight bow.
Wen Qing, seeing Jiang Wan looking as adorable as a little white rabbit, chuckled. “Young Madam, you’re so cute, soft and cuddly.”
Wen Shi shot her a glare. “Mind your manners. How can you speak to the Young Madam like that?”
He knew his sister might look like a cool, domineering lady, but she was actually a total goofball who often spoke without thinking.
Wen Qing pouted at him.
“Alright.” Gu Shilan knew Wen Qing’s temperament and didn’t take it to heart. “Wen Qing, from now on you will be responsible for protecting Young Madam’s safety.”
Wen Qing glanced at her brother, raised an eyebrow, and said, “Understood, Master. You can rest assured leaving Young Madam to me.”
After that, Gu Shilan led Jiang Wan into the house.