Chapter 506: Psychologically Distorted Love

" Qiao Ba'er got up to protest, but was pulled back onto the bed. The fluffy blanket was pulled over her, and a low threat was issued, "If you move again, I'll have them burned."You are not allowed to...Have you had dinner yet

Pei Haoran changed the subject, purposely avoiding mention of Zhu Xiaowei's childish runaway yesterday. He even instructed his family not to bring it up again, lest Zhu Xiaowei, with her thin skin, feel embarrassed.

Zhu Xiaowei was still a little shy, just nodding.

For her, yesterday's unprecedented runaway was a whole day of tension, constant self-reflection and regret, fearing that her whim would bring trouble to others.

However, the fact is that no matter whether she left this home or returned again, only she herself was uneasy. The Pei family elders actually didn't care much about it.

"Xiao Zhu, about yesterday..." Pei Haoran just started to speak.

Zhu Xiaowei spoke quickly, nervously interjecting, "I know, you suddenly received a message from someone, and it's such a sudden thing, you must be excited. About the pregnancy, I shouldn't have kept it from you, I should have told you sooner." At the end of her sentence, she habitually apologized to the other person.

Pei Haoran looked at her like this, his heart was even more entangled and complicated.

"Xiao Zhu, we discussed this when we got our marriage certificate. We agreed to wait a few more years before having children," Pei Haoran finally spoke, "This pregnancy was unexpected. It's outside of our original plan."

Zhu Xiaowei's face was pale, even tinged with a greenish hue. She stared at him blankly, unable to refute his words.

Yes, they had already discussed it before they got married; they didn't want to have children so soon. They took into account their respective jobs and also considered that Pei Yi might not truly accept her as a new mother anytime soon.

"But, however...it's already here now." Her voice was very soft.

Pei Haoran seemed to hesitate inwardly, his gaze shifting to her abdomen. His heart tightened, and he quickly continued, "Guan Lei has moved out. In the future, if anything happens on her side, I promise you that I won't interfere too much. She and I will always just be friends."

He felt Zhu Xiaowei's unease stemmed primarily from Guan Lei, so he solemnly vowed at this moment.

"Zhu Xiao Wei, whether you believe it or not, I just want to spend my life with you." Pei Hao Ran spoke sincerely.

Zhu Xiaowei had to admit that she was touched, deeply moved.

She wasn't as naturally beautiful as Qiao Baoer and didn't have many suitors. She only had one boyfriend during her time in college, a very ordinary relationship. She hadn't heard any sweet nothings and even got married to Pei Haoran in a rather confused manner.

Pei Haoran is also a popular figure among women. She married into the Pei family and it could be considered a match made in heaven. She always remembers the kindness and wisdom of the Pei family's elders. With her husband being so excellent, she cherishes everything even more.

Zhu Xiaowei lowered her head and didn't speak.

Pei Haoran understood her temper and knew she was the most easily moved. He continued to speak softly, "...we won't have children for a few years. I will definitely be very good to our children."

Zhu Xiaowei instinctively reached out with her right hand to touch her abdomen, as if driven by a mother's instinct. Her head was bowed low, and moisture welled up in her eyes.

This time, she neither nodded nor objected.

This can also be taken as Zhu Xiaowei's agreement.

Pei Haoran knew he was forcing her, his emotions seemed complex and irritable. He tried to keep his voice gentle, "There's some work tonight, I might be back late. You should go to sleep first."

As he said that, Pei Haoran turned and walked away. His steps were hurried, as if he too was avoiding the question.

Zhu Xiaowei watched her husband leave in such a hurry. He only said he had business tonight, and she had no excuse to keep him from leaving. Her heart was filled with disappointment and resentment towards her own weakness.

Actually, Pei Haoran wasn't busy with work this evening. Instead, he went to a bar alone to have a drink.

He really didn't know where to go. The Pei family made him feel suffocated, just like the feeling he had when he learned of his brother's sudden passing years ago. It was incredibly oppressive.

"Pei Haoran, you actually snuck here to drink by yourself" A hearty voice boomed through the boisterous music of the bar.

Lu Qinan was wearing a handsome, brand-new white sportswear custom-made by top designers. He had a sunny smile on his face and sat directly next to the bar with ease.

Pei Haoran ignored him and continued to raise a large glass of German beer, frowning as he struggled to finish it all, as if trying to drink away all his troubles.

Lu Qinian looked surprised, "Pei Haoran, aren't you afraid of dying You haven't touched alcohol for so long, and now you're drinking this much. Are you planning on spending the night in the hospital"

"...Go play with someone else." Pei Haoran waved his hand, signaling him to ignore it.

Among all the friends I've met, I truly envy Lu Qinian the most. He lives a carefree life. As the youngest of four brothers, he runs his company as if it were play, with no business burden whatsoever. Plus, he has excellent interpersonal skills and always seems to glide through life effortlessly, seemingly oblivious to any troubles or worries.

Lu Qinan also had the characteristic of being stubborn and persistent, refusing to leave. He continued to prop himself up on the bar counter with his elbows, leisurely saying, "Zhu Xiaowei keeps telling you that your stomach isn't good and that you shouldn't drink."

When mentioning the name Zhu Xiaowei, Pei Haoran's face took on a strange expression. He raised his head to signal the bartender and had another large glass filled.

Lu Qinan watched as she widened her eyes, drinking more and more despite his attempts to dissuade her.

"Pei Haoran, your older brother has been dead for many years."

Jun Zhimu walked out from the dim lights, his voice low and not loud, but Pei Haoran at the bar stiffened when he heard those words.

Junzhi Mu turned to the security guard following closely behind him and gestured for all the patrons at the bar to move elsewhere. He casually found an empty spot and sat down, ordering a glass of orange juice from the bartender.

Junzhi Mu pushed this freshly squeezed orange juice to Pei Haoran. Pei Haoran looked at the glass of juice and did not refuse.

Lu Qinan sat quietly at the back like their little brother, watching inwardly sighing that as expected, Jun Zhimu was the most effective at handling things.

Then, Jun Zhi Mu spoke in a calm voice, "Even if you decide to get rid of the pregnancy, you have to be clear with Zhu Xiao Wei. Pei Yi is your brother and Guan Lei's child..."

"What the heck!"

Lu Qinian's reaction was the most intense, he immediately jumped up from his chair and glared fiercely at Pei Haoran's side, "You mean you really intend to get rid of your own flesh and blood!"

How could such a cruel thing be done At this moment, Lu Qinian felt as indignant as Qiao Bao'er.

"Pei Haoran, you can't be so heartless! That's a little life, your and Zhu Xiaowei's biological child!"

Although Lu Qinan knew about the things that happened to the Pei family and had heard Pei Haoran say that it was impossible to have a child so soon after marriage, and perhaps he might never want children in his life, but now that the unexpected pregnancy has occurred, seeing him admit with his own mouth that he wants an abortion still made it very hard to accept.

"Back then, your older brother's death had nothing to do with you. It was your parents who were confused and desperate..."

Lu Qinan's face was filled with anger, "As Zhi Mu said, your elder brother has been dead for so many years. Even if your parents are unwilling to accept it, you can't go along with their madness!"

Pei Haoran's elder brother, Pei Haoren, has a mild temperament and is a typical top student. He is calm and introverted, with his biggest hobby being immersed in the library, delving into ancient artifacts and historical research. He also particularly dislikes socializing and even has some social anxiety. Basically, his social circle consists mainly of interacting with his family.

Pei Haoran's personality wasn't interested in the saying "a book has its own golden house, a book has its own beauty like jade". When he was young, he preferred traveling and seeing the world.o never give the enemy any chance to take advantage, especially those vixens in the company who are always hoping for your divorce…"Get up and put on your makeup quickly. Wear the most expensive and n...