He slowly reached his hand out and touched Gu Nianzhi's head. With his breath held, he asked in a quavering voice, "Do you really love him? Are you sure? There's someone who can treat you better. Do you really want to give up on that option?"
"Professor He, I've thought about it, but I was left with no other options the moment he appeared." Gu Nianzhi lowered his hands away from her head. "Professor He, you're someone that I really respect. Although I don't remember our past together, I've always felt a sense of familiarity with you, and this feeling is getting stronger and stronger, so I don't want to avoid you. But if you'll feel uncomfortable with me around, I can avoid meeting you."
He Zhichu shut his eyes. This was indeed an outcome that he'd envisioned. He could only say that this outcome was still a tad bit better than the worst outcome he'd predicted.
