Reborn as a Weak Beauty Pampered by All Chapter 1400 - 1233: I’ll Give You a Chance to Take It Back

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He Wei pretends to sleep while his wife, Qin Fang, complains about his ambition and criticizes Wen Siyuan for divorcing Song Ning and marrying Xiao Su. Meanwhile, Su Man confronts her husband, Wen Siyuan, demanding to share a bed again. She is distressed that her lover, Xu Wei, has cut ties with her and married someone else, threatening to expose her with photos if she doesn't comply. Wen Siyuan, disgusted, tells her he'll only tolerate her because of their son, while Su Man tearfully pleads for a normal marriage and a chance to have more children.
"Su Man, conduct yourself with some dignity. Furthermore, given your actions, there are countless individuals who would eagerly sire a child with you; however, I am emphatically not among them!" As he voiced these words, Wen Siyuan advanced, forcefully extricated Su Man, retrieved his bedding from the cabinet, and proceeded toward the exit. Witnessing this, Su Man made a futile attempt to seize the bedding, but Wen Siyuan artfully evaded her grasp. "Engage in whatever wild behavior you wish within this chamber, but should you dare to lose control in my presence, do not hold me accountable for resorting to physical measures!" Wen Siyuan's voice dropped to a low growl, his gaze piercing, his teeth gritted as he uttered these threats, before taking his bedding and retiring to the study. Su Man collapsed onto the floor, burying her face in her hands as sobs wracked her body. How was she to navigate the days that lay ahead? Her husband offered no support, and that scoundrel Xu Wei held compromising photographs, rendering her current lack of funds a trivial concern in the grand scheme of things. In a marriage that was merely a facade, her son regarded her as less than a stranger, and her three stepsisters treated her with outright disdain. Should she cling desperately to the title of Wen Siyuan's wife? It had been a union born of calculation, yet it had culminated in a life steeped in misery. In stark contrast, her sister Su Qing... without the burden of marriage to Wen Siyuan, she wed a man from the countryside and still managed to forge a successful path. Both she and her husband gained admission to a prestigious university in North City, have since graduated, and through some unknown connections, avoided assignment to their hometown. Instead, they established their lives in North City. The more she wept, the deeper her sorrow became. This escalating sadness inexorably led her to ruminate, assigning blame to others and never once engaging in self-reflection. As was her habit, she perceived the entire world as conspiring against her, maliciously inflicting injustice. Bathed in the stark moonlight, one could observe Su Man lamenting the cruel twists of fate, while on the other side, Kang Li and Luo Yanqing lay entwined in a tender embrace, their bond seemingly unbreakable. "Tomorrow marks Wednesday, and on Friday, you must return to your unit after concluding your afternoon lecture. Time truly has a way of slipping through our fingers." "I can depart early on Saturday morning." "Will that not be cutting it rather close?" "It will be quite alright. Typically, morning traffic is minimal, and there are few pedestrians. I can increase my speed and arrive in just over half the usual travel time." "I would much prefer you wake up an additional twenty or thirty minutes earlier." Excessive speed on the road courted disaster, and she vehemently wished to avoid any perilous risks concerning her well-being. Luo Yanqing, comprehending Kang Li's apprehension, responded with tender eyes, his voice soft, "Very well, I shall heed your counsel and awaken half an hour earlier than my usual routine." "I shall personally drive you; there is no necessity for arranging for a pick-up." "That won't be necessary." "And why should that be the case? Would it not bring you joy if I were to chauffeur you?" Glancing upward, Kang Li playfully pinched the man's nose, her tone teasing, "I am granting you an opportunity to reconsider your response." Luo Yanqing lovingly enclosed her hand within his own, a smile gracing his lips, "I do not wish for you to endure any hardship. Moreover, rising so exceedingly early would mean insufficient rest. My heart aches for your fatigue." "I have no scheduled lectures on Saturdays; I can make up for any lost sleep upon my return." Kang Li remained steadfast. Perceiving his silence, she continued, "Furthermore, have you considered that when you awaken twenty or thirty minutes earlier, the driver tasked with picking you up would be compelled to rise even sooner? If he resides within our complex, it might prove manageable, but if his dwelling is situated elsewhere..." Luo Yanqing emitted a disarmed chuckle, interjecting before Kang Li could elaborate, "Xiao Wang resides within our complex." Upon hearing this, Kang Li paused momentarily before murmuring, "Oh." Gently stroking her cheek, Luo Yanqing whispered, "It is Xiao Wang's professional duty. If you are intent on witnessing Xiao Wang face reprimands from our superiors and forfeit his bonus, then let us proceed as if I had uttered nothing at all." "Very well, very well. I retract my previous statement entirely." In these times, it was a common occurrence for a single individual's earnings to sustain an entire household. Consequently, every single cent was regarded as precious. After all, a pound of radishes cost a mere penny, and a single fried dough stick or sesame pancake was priced at just three cents. Therefore, in the collective consciousness, monetary value was paramount, and individuals harbored a desire to halve every expenditure. Kang Li had already assimilated into this era, fully grasping the financial struggles faced by those around her. As such, she refrained from engaging in any disputes with Luo Yanqing on the matter. Moreover, she was acutely aware in her heart that the man harbored profound affection for her, unwilling for her to face the inconvenience of an early rise and the discomfort of navigating the cold, preferring her to remain cozily ensconced beneath the warm covers, indulging in slumber. "My good girl!" Luo Yanqing bestowed a kiss upon Kang Li's forehead, his deep-set eyes alight with a radiant smile. "You rascal!" Playfully pinching his waist, Kang Li teased, "Do not infantilize me like Little Bun, nor treat me as you might Luo Mingting and the others." Hearing this, Luo Yanqing chuckled, "You are my cherished baby." "Will you ever cease this behavior?" Kang Li exhaled with a hint of exasperation."Fine, fine, you are Li Bao, is that much better?"