Reborn as a Weak Beauty Pampered by All Chapter 1369 - 1224_2

Kang Li raised a brow, asking, "What are your thoughts?"

Luo Yanqing wavered, starting, "I..."

Kang Li responded nonchalantly, "Actually, you don't need to say anything." Hearing this, Luo Yanqing realized that remaining silent would surely chill his darling!

"...I will speak."

Recomposing himself, Luo Yanqing began, "Earlier, I recounted the circumstances of my marriage to Luo Mingrui's biological mother. Do you recall that account?"

Noticing Kang Li nod, Luo Yanqing continued, "I believed we were merely individuals cohabiting, as I observed her lack of affection for me, and reciprocally, I felt no such feelings for her. However, when I learned she had tragically fallen during her eighth month of pregnancy and was rushed to the hospital,

as her husband, I hastened to her side... She was expecting twins. Despite the absence of affection between us, she was, nonetheless, bringing my children into the world.

Yet, she steadfastly refused to enter the operating theater until I arrived, insisting on my presence. Then, with only me, her father, and her brother present, she compelled me to agree to a condition,

otherwise, she threatened to perish alongside the infants. I suspected her demand was unfavorable, but with her father and brother imploring me, I had no recourse but to assent."

At this juncture, a chilling expression entered Luo Yanqing's eyes. "Unexpectedly, after the cesarean section, once she and the two children were out of danger, she proposed a separation. Not merely a divorce, but a staged death and disappearance.

I inquired about the reason. She stated that the stigma of divorce sounded unpleasant, that she wished to avoid gossip, that her family could not withstand such shame, and that she desired no lingering connections to our past.

In essence, she wished to annul our marriage and completely sever ties with Luo Mingrui and his siblings."

Observing her unwavering resolve, I did not dissuade her and agreed to her proposal, though I presented my own stipulations... I insisted that she and her family sign an agreement precluding her from contacting the three children under any pretext, and that her family likewise refrain from any association with them.

If the relationship was to be severed, it must be absolute; she concurred, affixing her signature in the presence of her father and brother, who also signed as witnesses.

Only she, myself, and her father and brother were privy to this pact... Her other siblings and stepmother were likely aware, but the outside world remained entirely oblivious.

Nevertheless, after many years, last year she suddenly initiated contact, demanding custody of Luo Minghan and Luo Mingwei. I refused..." Kang Li, hearing Luo Yanqing's pause, prompted, "Continue."

"There is nothing further. At the time, I was occupied, and securing an opportunity to meet her was already challenging. After stating my position, I returned to the institute." In truth, Feng Lu had imparted certain information to him, details that would humiliate any man, yet how could he possibly divulge such ignominy to his beloved?

It wasn't a matter of intentional concealment, but rather an inability to articulate the shame, at least... not at this current moment.

Perhaps it stemmed from personal pride, or another unspoken reason. Regardless, he felt an unwillingness for his darling to be aware of his degradation.

With this realization, Luo Yanqing silently offered Kang Li an apology in his heart.

"Why did you not document it and inform me?"

Gazing intently into Luo Yanqing's eyes, Kang Li's expression turned grave. "Am I considered an outsider? To such an extent that both you and Mingrui opted to conceal this from me? Had I not unexpectedly returned to the country and happened upon your ex-wife attempting to abduct Vivi in the front yard, how long did you intend to keep me in the dark?"

"Please, do not misunderstand. It was not an intentional omission, but rather a desire not to burden you further. As for Luo Mingrui, he was likely concerned you might overthink the situation, hence his choice not to divulge it to you."

Kang Li scoffed, "So, in Professor Luo's view, all of this was for my own good?"

"Yes," Luo Yanqing affirmed, nodding. "You are already occupied with your studies, caring for Bun, and managing other responsibilities—it is arduous enough. How could I possibly permit you to expend energy on matters concerning Luo Mingrui's biological mother?"

With widened eyes, Kang Li regarded Luo Yanqing and inquired, "Then what are your intentions now?"

"..."

Luo Yanqing seemed perplexed by the question.

"Vivi has relocated to your ex-wife's residence. Do you have any plans regarding this?" Kang Li clarified, her words pointed. Upon hearing this, Luo Yanqing remained silent. After a brief interval, his gaze turned cold and indifferent. "There is no need for concern."

"Would you kindly repeat that?" Kang Li retorted with indignation. "Vivi is your daughter, and she is my child as well. Does your declaration of 'no need for concern' imply allowing Vivi to remain with her biological mother?"