Chapter 870: The Strategy of Retreat to Advance

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Perhaps its because Ive finally come to terms with it! Zhong Yating lifted her gaze to Huangfu Ruixiang, her eyes concealing the love she struggled to suppress. Ruixiang, I love you. Thats why I want you to be happy. Marrying me clearly hasnt made you happy, so Ive decided to let you go. Ruixiang, I wont deny the things Ive done in the past. No matter my intentions, a mistake is a mistake. So, if you cant forgive me, I wont argue. Now, since divorce is what you want, Ill agree to it.

Watching Zhong Yating, weak and frail against the headboard, her face still showing signs of illness, Huangfu Ruixiang couldnt help but feel a moment of confusion. Simultaneously, he felt that proposing divorce at this moment seemed somewhat heartless.

Um, you Huangfu Ruixiang hesitated, not knowing what to say.

Ruixiang, Im truly sorry.

As Zhong Yating spoke, her voice trembled with tears, but her words were sincere. Our marriage was built on deception. Since it began on the wrong foot, its time to end this mistake.

If Zhong Yating had been hysterical and confrontational, Huangfu Ruixiang would have surely walked away. But seeing her now, a sense of pity involuntarily arose in his heart.

However, even so, his decision remained unchanged. Its just that his demeanor softened considerably. Dont worry, Ill give you whats due. Even after the divorce, your life wont be impacted. As for the child

Before Huangfu Ruixiang could finish, Zhong Yating spoke nervously, Ruixiang, can I keep this child? If you dont want to see him, I promise he wont appear in front of you. Since were divorcing, I dont want anything, I just want to keep this child. I know you dont like me, but please, let me keep him!

Yating, dont worry. Huangfu Ruixiang stepped forward, gently supporting Zhong Yating. I never considered asking you to abort this child. Hes not just yours, but also mine. I wouldnt be so heartless. But, this child, Im afraid you cant take him away.

If Zhong Yating wanted to keep the child, her parents would never allow her to take him. Though their marriage began with Zhong Yatings deception, it was still a fact, making the child legitimate and a part of the Huangfu lineage. Her parents would never let her take him away.

After hearing Huangfu Ruixiangs words, Zhong Yatings face fell, but she suppressed her sadness. Okay, I understand. But I hope to see the child in the future. Hes still my child, after all. I promise not to interfere in your life anymore, but Id like to see him from time to time.

Of course. Huangfu Ruixiang nodded. Youre the mother, its your right. And

He glanced at Zhong Yating before continuing, Do you have any other requests? As long as its within my power, Ill agree.

For some reason, seeing Zhong Yating like this made him feel indebted to her. Hence, he wanted to make amends.

Of course, if her requests were unreasonable, he wouldnt agree.

I have no other requests, just

Zhong Yating hesitated, then continued, Can we wait until Ive recovered before finalizing the divorce proceedings? This child wasnt easy to conceive. Im afraid something might happen. Once the child is stable, Ill handle the paperwork with you immediately. Is that okay?

Of course, Huangfu Ruixiang agreed without hesitation. Thats only fair. Though I want a divorce, Im not so urgent that Id overlook your health. Plus, this child is mine too. I want him to be safe.

Zhong Yating was moved by Huangfu Ruixiangs words. Ruixiang, thank you so much.

After comforting Zhong Yating, Huangfu Ruixiang left the room.

As the door closed, Zhong Yatings smile vanished, replaced by a cold expression. She knew Huangfu Ruixiangs true nature well -gentle, but indecisive, easily swayed.

Just like how she once used every means to coerce Huangfu Ruixiang, but couldnt soften him. However, now she was simply adopting a strategy of retreat to advance. After uttering a few conciliatory words, Huangfu Ruixiangs att.i.tude towards her had completely changed.

Though Huangfu Ruixiangs att.i.tude had softened, the decision to divorce remained unchanged.

Using this tactic could only delay for a few days. She had to use this time to plan. Otherwise, once she recovered, shed have to divorce Huangfu Ruixiang.

And then, no one could help her.

With that in mind, Zhong Yatings hand gently caressed her belly, a determined gleam in her eye.

Meanwhile, Huangfu Jingzhang and Zhongyu Liuying waited for Huangfu Ruixiang, already antic.i.p.ating Zhong Yatings refusal to divorce. So, they truly needed to put their heads together and figure out how to coerce Zhong Yating into agreeing to the divorce.