Chapter 74

"Uncle, I hope you can keep this matter a secret and not tell An An. I don't want this to bring unnecessary pressure to An An." Leng Zexi requested earnestly.

Zhong Yanyan took his hand and nodded gently, expressing her understanding and support.

However, Xia Lin was still hesitating when his wife suddenly pinched his waist, causing him to almost cry out in pain.

He looked at his wife helplessly, and finally agreed to Leng Zexi's request.

Then, Xia Lin changed the subject and asked curiously: "Do you know my identity? When did you know it?"

Leng Zexi didn't expect him to ask this question suddenly. After a slight pause, he replied, "When I first came to my father's house, I saw a photo of you and him in his study."

Xia Lin thought to himself that if Leng Jingshen knew about this, he would definitely come over long ago, but now he was too guilty to show up.

He couldn't help but ask in confusion: "Then why didn't you tell your father?"

Leng Zexi explained frankly: "My father said at the beginning that it was you who chose to leave. I thought, in that case, you probably don't want others to know about this. So, I didn't tell anyone."

These words made Xia Lin fall into deep thought. He realized that Leng Zexi was a sensible and mature child who could empathize with others' feelings and make wise decisions. This quality is rare among young people.

"You are quite sensible." Xia Lin reluctantly acknowledged that he knew the limits. "Then if I tell you that An An will not take over the Xia Group and will not be of any help to you, will you still insist?"

"What I mean is, I won't go back to the Xia family, and An An is just the daughter of two ordinary teachers. Are you really willing to marry her?" Xia Lin asked bluntly.

"I'm not kidding you, I'm serious. I won't inherit the company, and neither will An An. I won't give the company to you, so are you willing to do that?"

"I am willing. I marry An An, not because of her status. Besides, I can fight for what I want on my own. I don't need to rely on women to get it. And everything I have will be An An's." Leng Zexi knew there was a chance when he heard his question, and he quickly responded.

"Ha!" Xia Lin sneered when he heard it. "That sounds nice. I want an agreement. When can you notarize it? When can you come back with An An?"

After hearing this, Leng Zexi's eyes instantly lit up, and he hurriedly said, "Uncle, just tell me, as long as you agree that An An and I can be together, I will do my best to meet any request!"

Xia Lin looked at him expressionlessly and said firmly, "If you do anything to let An An down in the future, such as hurting her for other women, no matter what the reason, when An An files for divorce, you must not stop her and you must leave the house with nothing to compensate An An for the harm she has suffered.

If you can agree to this condition, I will agree to you being together, otherwise, there is no need to discuss anything."

Leng Zexi nodded in agreement without hesitation, but Xia Lin did not let down his guard. He continued to ask: "Since you already know my identity and background, you should also know that I have enough ability to support three children, and your Leng family does not need to worry about it."

Faced with Xia Lin's firm attitude, Leng Zexi did not back down. He immediately responded: "I understand."

Then he added: "I will immediately arrange the relevant matters and prepare six copies of the agreement, which will be given to you, the four brothers, and An An himself. I will definitely not let you down, please believe me."

Because he believes in himself and is confident that he will not hurt or betray An An. If one day he really does something to let An An down, he will give her not only his property but also his life. How could he bear to hurt her?

"Don't agree too quickly. Discuss it with your family first. Also, let my daughter answer the phone now. I know she hasn't slept yet. Hurry up." Xia Lin urged.

"Okay, okay." Leng Zexi covered his phone and looked at An An who was eavesdropping outside the door. A smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and then he lowered his voice and said to the other end of the phone: "I already have a way to make your father recognize me, but he wants to talk to you now. Are you willing to answer the phone? If not, I can help you find a reason to hang up."

Xia Ruoan hesitated for a moment, but still took the phone from Leng Zexi. She took a deep breath and tried to make her voice sound calmer: "Dad."

Xia Lin's worried voice came from the other end of the phone: "An An, have you been wronged over there? If you have been wronged, you must tell Dad. Dad will come to pick you up and take you home immediately."

Xia Ruo'an's eyes suddenly turned red as she listened to her father's concerned words, and tears kept flowing down. She choked and replied, "No, Dad, I'm sorry."

Xia Lin felt a sharp pain in his heart when he heard his daughter crying. He sighed helplessly, "You still know that you have me as your father! You didn't even discuss such a big thing as getting the marriage certificate with us, and you didn't even tell us that you were bullied. You've grown up and become independent, and you don't even recognize me as your father, right?"

However, despite what he said, Xia Lin felt more distressed. He was silent for a moment and then continued: "I will not be prejudiced against you because of the gossip from the outside world. As long as you live a happy life, that's all."

"If you don't want to marry, then we won't marry. Dad can support you and your four brothers. If you leave the child, Dad can also support you." Xia Lin didn't want his daughter to compromise because of the child. After all, this is his most precious little cotton-padded jacket!

"Dad, I am happy to do this. I just haven't figured out how to tell you. I'm sorry for making you worry." Xia Ruoan said seriously. She knew her father's love and care for her, so she didn't want to make them worry.

"Okay, then wait until he has done what he promised me. Find a time to come back at the end of the month. Your brothers should also come back, and then we can meet together to discuss your marriage." Xia Lin was glad to hear that his daughter was not unhappy.

He was still a little worried, but he believed that his daughter would make the right decision.

"An An, you must remember that mom and dad will always support you. Don't be afraid." Xia Lin comforted.

He hopes that his daughter can face all the difficulties and challenges in life bravely.

Zhong Yanyan snatched the phone, "An An, are you listening? Your father is right, your wishes are the most important. Don't put yourself in a difficult position. We don't ask for much, we just hope that you will be safe and happy in your life." Zhong Yanyan said worriedly.

She knew what marriage meant to a woman, so she hoped that her daughter could find her own true happiness.