Chapter 409 From this day forward, I will no longer love you.
Tears rolled down my cheeks, and my vision gradually cleared.
Qi Mingxuan asked him, "So just because I made a mistake, just because I gave birth to Qi Yue without your consent, are you going to do the same thing now? Han Mingyu, do you really think our relationship is suitable for having a second child?"
Han Mingyu scoffed, "You were willing to steal my genes and have a child out of wedlock back then, so what's wrong with me letting you have a daughter now that we're legally married?"
Yes, if that's the case, then she really can't refute it.
Qi Mingxuan felt a deep sadness in her heart.
But she knew that she had brought this situation upon herself.
She deserved it, but in the end, it was the child who suffered.
Qi Mingxuan nodded. "Han Mingyu, since you think our marriage is normal, then fine, I will cooperate with you to the end. If you don't love me, then from now on, I will not love you anymore either."
Han Mingyu was taken aback.
It seemed they couldn't believe Qi Mingxuan could say such a thing.
But what good would it do to say it out loud?
She has loved him all these years and that has never changed. Now that they are married, she says she doesn't love him anymore?
Han Mingyu still thought Qi Mingxuan was being pretentious.
I feel that her saying these things now is just a strategic retreat.
She wanted him to compromise, or perhaps, to back down?
But Han Mingyu didn't have that kind of patience.
"I'll sleep in the study tonight." Han Mingyu withdrew his hand, his expression cold. "Qi Mingxuan, I can tell you clearly that having a second child is a must. But I can give you some time to prepare. Your body also needs conditioning. You were stubborn back then, but I won't. I want a child, and I will make all the necessary preparations. I will find someone to help you with your conditioning for a period of time. Once your body reaches the standard for conception, we will have a second child."
Qi Mingxuan lowered her head, her long hair obscuring her face, making it impossible to see her expression.
She said softly, "Okay, whatever you say."
Han Mingyu was taken aback.
I never expected her to agree so quickly.
"Qi Mingxuan, I'm serious this time. I'm determined to have this second child." Han Mingyu said, "You better not try to fool me, or I won't hesitate to use force. We're both adults. Let's be dignified for each other. It's better for you, for me, and for the child."
Qi Mingxuan raised her head.
With tears streaming down her face, she looked at Han Mingyu and said, "You're right. We got married in the first place for the sake of having children. Since you, as a descendant of the Han family, want many children and many blessings, then as your wife and the young mistress of the Han family, I have the responsibility and obligation to carry on the Han family line. If you want a second child, then so be it."
Even Han Mingyu needed time to process these words.
The change happened too fast.
He stared at Qi Mingxuan. "Is this what you truly think?"
"Mm." Qi Mingxuan responded lightly, "From now on, let's be a couple who can discuss things together. I won't ask you to pay attention to my emotions anymore, but I also hope that you can respect me from now on."
Han Mingyu has a short temper. The more aggressive the other party is towards him, the more rebellious and domineering he becomes. When he gets ruthless, he's like a mad dog, biting anyone he can get his hands on.
But if the other party is willing to back down, his anger will instantly subside.
At this moment, Qi Mingxuan's compromise and docility completely satisfied his vanity as a man.
His expression softened, and he cleared his throat. "It's good that you understand. With our family's circumstances, having more children is just icing on the cake."
Qi Mingxuan nodded, her heart completely unmoved. "Yes, you're right."
Han Mingyu felt that since she was so compliant, he, as a man, should be more magnanimous.
"I wasn't feeling well tonight. I drank alcohol, and I was inevitably a bit impulsive."
Han Mingyu sat down on the edge of the bed and reached out to wipe away Qi Mingxuan's tears. "As for needs, we're newlyweds after all, and I'm still a man. You should be able to understand me, right?"
Qi Mingxuan raised her hand to wipe away her tears, subtly avoiding his hand.
"I know, but I've been standing for a long time at the banquet tonight, and I'm very tired. I really don't want to."
"If you don't want to, then don't do it." Han Mingyu was in a good mood right now, and after this whole commotion, he wasn't really interested anymore.
He softened his tone and pulled the blanket up for her. "Your health really needs some care. I'll take you to the hospital for a full checkup in the next few days. Now you should go to sleep."
Qi Mingxuan nodded and turned to lie down on her side.
Han Mingyu got up, grabbed his pajamas, and went into the bathroom.
The sound of water spraying could be heard from the bathroom.
Qi Mingxuan opened her eyes, her vision clear.
She had loved Han Mingyu for eighteen years and thought that her feelings would never change.
I never imagined that my 18-year-long, unwavering love would gradually fade away in less than a month after my marriage to Han Mingyu.
Perhaps it's true that what you can't have always seems more alluring.
Now that Han Mingyu has entered her life as her husband, she has discovered that there are many differences between her and Han Mingyu.
Their values are completely different.
They were completely incompatible, both in their thoughts and lifestyles. Even in bed, they remained disconnected; his obsessions were the very things she loathed and despised.
They were never truly in sync, neither in spirit nor in body.
Qi Mingxuan slowly closed her eyes and sighed heavily.
Tonight's commotion is actually a good thing.
At least it brought her to her senses.
She lay in bed, having already made a new decision.
…
The next day, after Qi Yue finished breakfast, he was driven to school by his driver.
At the dining table, Qi Mingxuan and Han Mingyu sat facing each other as a maid brought their breakfast to the table.
Qi Mingxuan held the knife and fork in both hands, looked at Han Mingyu, and said, "I want to go back to work at Ronghao."
Han Mingyu paused in his act of picking up his coffee, then looked up at her.
Qi Mingxuan sat at the dining table, her long hair naturally draped over her shoulders. She wore a beige sleeveless dress, revealing her delicate collarbone and swan-like neck.
When she's at home, she usually goes out without makeup. Her features are delicate and bright, and her light pink lips make her look very approachable.
Han Mingyu put down his coffee cup. "Aren't we planning to have a second child? Isn't it inappropriate for you to go back to Rong Hao now?"
"I'm too idle," Qi Mingxuan said. "I'm too idle now. I can only wait at home for you and our son to come back every day. I'm not used to it."
"You can find something else to do, learn tea ceremony, learn flower arrangement, or if all else fails, you can sign up for a yoga class."
“I’m not interested in any of those.”
"Then you can ask Mom. She'll take you shopping. Mom knows so many people. You can have afternoon tea with them and play mahjong."
Qi Mingxuan frowned slightly. "I don't like those social interactions."
Upon hearing this, Han Mingyu paused.
Qi Mingxuan looked at him and said, "Han Mingyu, I'm discussing this with you, but Ronghao is originally a business of our Qi family. I don't actually need to discuss going back to work with you. I'm communicating with you out of respect, and I hope you can respect me as well."
Han Mingyu picked up his coffee, took a sip, and pursed his lips.
He put down his coffee cup, leaned back in his chair, and said in a low voice, "Then let me share my thoughts. I feel that all these years you've been obsessed with the fame and fortune of the business world. As a woman, what kind of enjoyment can you experience by always being surrounded by men? Qi Mingxuan in the business world is aloof and scheming, and frankly, she has no femininity at all. You are so much better now, a good wife and mother, gentle and virtuous. This is what a woman should be like."
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