bookcurios Chapter 240 Is This My Daughter-in-law?
Chapter 240 Is This My Daughter-in-law?
"I lied to you and said we could start over. In fact, I would never do that. I just said it to sound nicer. Mu Chaoran, you are so smart, you shouldn't like this kind of hypocrisy."
Mu Chaoran's Adam's apple rolled: "Wife, even if you lie to me, I am willing to accept it. I am willing to listen to your false feelings, even if they are fake."
Lin Xige's eyelashes trembled slightly.
His sweet words always come out like this.
"Do you know why I want a child?" Mu Chaoran spoke again, "It's not what you think, using the child to bind the marriage relationship and use this child to get the assets of the Lin family. It's..."
"It's me who wants to be the father of your child."
He and she are husband and wife.
But the relationship between husband and wife can be dissolved and is not forever.
But the identities of the child's father and mother are completely bound with the birth of the child.
Lin Xige may not be Mu Chaoran’s wife, but if they have a child, Lin Xige will always be the mother of Mu Chaoran’s child.
Even after divorce and separation, there will always be a connection and bond between him and her because of the children.
"Xige, I want a child to bind my identity to you, so that you can never get rid of me. For the child's growth, education, future, etc., you will always need me as a father, instead of raising him alone."
Mu Chaoran's words came from the heart.
He thought his words could impress her.
He had always known that she was a soft-hearted and kind person.
This can be seen from the fact that she let Lin Bingxue go.
however……
Mu Chaoran made a mistake and misjudged the case.
His words only made Lin Xige more scared.
He was so determined to have a child, so once he found out that she was pregnant with his child...
Lin Xige didn't dare to think further.
It seems that her proposal to collaborate with Xiang Chenyi in acting was absolutely correct.
Only by getting divorced first and then finding a "father" for the child can one truly get rid of Mu Chaoran.
After a long silence, Lin Xige only said four words: "I'm going to take a shower."
His heartfelt words, full of sincerity and hope, were just brushed aside and ignored by her.
Mu Chaoran's heart felt the weightlessness of falling from a high cliff.
Fell into the abyss, broken into pieces.
Lin Xige took her pajamas and went into the bathroom, closed the door and locked it.
Mu Chaoran remained standing where he was.
He had an urge to go crazy and angry, wanting to destroy this deadly atmosphere, but his mind turned over and over again, and finally returned to silence.
He didn't want to scare her.
Even though Mu Chaoran's emotions were accumulated to the extreme, he still endured it and took her feelings into consideration.
Love to this extent, to the point of sacrificing oneself.
Moreover, it is likely that when Lin Xige comes out of the shower, she will make another request——
Sleep in separate rooms.
Rather than arguing again and making things unpleasant, it would be better for... Mu Chaoran to leave on his own initiative.
Just separate the rooms, it’s better than splitting up the family.
He also understood that if Lin Xige didn't meet any of his demands, Lin Xige would definitely resist vigorously.
She had just experienced the truth and was in a low mood and had not rested well. She shouldn't bother arguing with him.
Lin Xige came out of the shower and was still thinking about how to talk about the separate rooms, but when she looked up, she saw that the master bedroom was empty.
There was no sign of Mu Chaoran.
he's gone.
Lin Xige was stunned, a little surprised, but also relieved.
He understood her, and he gave in a little.
When things have come to a point where divorce is inevitable, how can two people still sleep in the same bed together?
Just get bored of looking at it.
but……
Lin Xige sat on the edge of the bed and felt very lonely.
I'm used to the nights together as a couple, used to Mu Chaoran's gentle words and warm embrace, and it feels a bit uncomfortable to fall asleep alone again.
When will days like this end?
.........
morning.
Lin Xige had just woken up, got out of bed, put on her shoes and took two steps, when the servant outside the door knocked gently: "Madam, you are up."
She raised her voice and said, "Yes, what's the matter?"
"There are guests coming to the Mu family's old house," the servant said, "You can go and meet them if it's convenient for you."
what?
Are the people from the old house coming?
Is that Mr. Mu, or Mu Chaoran’s brother or relatives?
Soon the servant said, "It's okay if you don't want to see them. They will leave soon. Mr. Mu said it's up to you."
Lin Xige frowned.
She's hiding in the room, what's that?
What she represents now is not only herself, but also the Lin family.
If this got out, it would seem that the Lin family had no manners or etiquette.
"Got it," Lin Xige replied, "I'll go downstairs right away."
She quickly washed up and put on some light makeup to make sure she didn't look too haggard.
As she reached the staircase, she heard voices talking.
The voice was deep and old, it was Mr. Mu.
Lin Xige calmed herself down, went downstairs, and walked straight into the living room.
Mu Chaoran was the first one to see her. As soon as he heard her footsteps, he immediately looked up.
She also looked towards the sofa reception area in the living room.
Not only Mr. Mu came, but also two middle-aged people, a man and a woman.
The man had a solemn expression, and his features were somewhat similar to Mu Chaoran's.
The woman looks very young and well-maintained, with smooth and delicate skin. Although she is old, there is not a single wrinkle to be seen.
Soon, Lin Xige understood that this was...
Mu Chaoran's father and stepmother!
No, no, this is not a stepmother, but the legitimate wife of the Mu family, Mr. Mu’s original wife.
Mu Chaoran's mother was just a woman without a legitimate status and had never been a member of the Mu family.
She was a little panicked. Why did the elders suddenly come to the Imperial Garden, and she had just woken up to meet the guests!
Lin Xige hesitated and even wanted to retreat.
"Xige." Mu Chaoran stood up and walked towards her, "Let me introduce her to you."
He noticed her embarrassment and immediately went to her side to support her.
Mr. Mu and Father Mu didn't say anything. Madam Mu smiled and said, "Is this my daughter-in-law?"
It sounded like a normal sentence, but the alarm went off in Lin Xige's mind.
Maybe women understand women.
Perhaps she knew that this Madam Mu only had hatred and jealousy towards Mu Chaoran, and had no affection at all.
"She's pretty, pure and clean, and looks lovable, which inspires men's desire to protect her," said Madam Mu. "A strong and busy person like Zhao Ran really needs a gentle and understanding flower by his side. It doesn't matter whether she has a background or not, as long as she takes good care of the family."
It seems like he is bragging, but in fact...
It just makes people feel uncomfortable.
Without waiting for Lin Xige to answer, Mu Chaoran replied calmly: "It's OK as long as I like her, Aunt Sun."
As he spoke, he lowered his head and whispered in Lin Xige's ear. His voice was not loud, but it was loud enough for everyone to hear.