The baby in the cradle seemed to sense the tense atmosphere, squirming restlessly and emitting weak whimpers.
Li Jinhua immediately turned around and gently patted him to comfort him, while keeping a watchful eye on Zhang Haiyang's every move.
"What exactly do you want?"
She asked in a low voice, afraid of waking the child.
Zhang Haiyang stared intently at Li Jinhua's pale face.
He suddenly took a step forward and came to stand in front of Li Jinhua.
"Jin Hua, I'm here today to ask you to make a decision."
His voice was deep and powerful.
"Divorce Su Mingqiang."
Li Jinhua trembled, her eyes widening involuntarily.
"You're insane!"
She couldn't believe it.
"Mingqiang and I have a very good relationship, how could we possibly get a divorce?"
"Are you on good terms?"
Zhang Haiyang sneered.
"What's the use of a good relationship? Can he give you the life you want? Can he ensure your children receive a better education?"
Li Jinhua remained silent.
Indeed, even though Su Mingqiang is working very hard now, the money he earns is just enough to make ends meet.
A better life is simply impossible.
Zhang Haiyang leaned down and got close to Li Jinhua's face.
"I told you to get an abortion back then, but you wouldn't listen. Now, I'm giving you a chance: divorce your husband, and I'll marry you."
Li Jinhua suddenly looked up, her eyes filled with disbelief.
"Marry me? You didn't..."
My wife died of illness last month.
Zhang Haiyang interrupted her, a meaningful smile playing on his lips.
"You only left me two maids. And you!"
His gaze swept toward the cradle.
"She gave birth to a son for me."
The air in the room seemed to freeze.
Li Jinhua felt a wave of dizziness.
Zhang Haiyang's words were like a key, unlocking the door to the deepest desires in her heart.
"I...I can't..."
Her voice was soft, but it carried a hint of hesitation.
Zhang Haiyang seized the opportunity and continued his attack.
"Think about it, if you come with me, you'll be the principal's wife. Your children can go to the best schools, live in a big house, and won't have to suffer with that good-for-nothing Su Mingqiang."
Li Jinhua's eyes began to wander.
She remembered Su Mingqiang leaving early and returning late every day, covered in mud.
I think of the cramped room and the meager living conditions.
She also thought that if she married Zhang Haiyang, she would be considered an official's wife.
At that time, Su Mingqiang will never be able to give her anything, whether it's emotional or material.
"But Mingqiang, he..."
Her voice grew softer and softer.
"Him what?"
Zhang Haiyang scoffed.
"What can a piece of trash like him give you?"
He suddenly reached out and grabbed Li Jinhua's wrist.
"Jinhua, if you come with me, I promise you'll live a good life. Your child will also have a respectable father."
Li Jinhua reflexively tried to break free from Zhang Haiyang's grasp, but it was completely futile.
Li Jinhua could only whisper.
"I...I need time to think..."
Seeing this, Zhang Haiyang knew he had a chance and took the opportunity to pull her closer.
He placed his other hand on her waist.
"What else is there to consider? Do you really want your child to live a life of poverty and hardship, like a lowly person, with you for the rest of their life?"
These words pierced Li Jinhua's heart like a knife.
Yes, following Su Mingqiang, this is how life will be, and the children will have a hard time making a name for themselves.
"I...I..."
Her eyes welled up with tears.
Zhang Haiyang seized the opportunity and suddenly pulled her into a tight embrace.
Li Jinhua struggled instinctively, but he held her firmly in his grasp.
"Stop pretending."
Zhang Haiyang whispered in her ear, his hot breath brushing against her neck.
"You know in your heart that following me is a hundred times better than following that good-for-nothing."
Li Jinhua's struggles gradually weakened.
The masculine aura emanating from Zhang Haiyang reminded her of that crazy night.
Her body betrayed her will and slowly went limp.
"That's more like it."
Zhang Haiyang smiled with satisfaction, and his hands began to wander restlessly over her back.
"You know what, you seem even more beautiful after giving birth..."
His voice grew increasingly indistinct as he kissed Li Jinhua's neck.
Li Jinhua was struck dumb, and she pushed him away violently.
What are you going to do?
"You're getting married soon, what are you pretending for?"
Zhang Haiyang smiled dismissively, then began to take off his suit jacket.
"I'll go into the bedroom and wait for you. Come in when you've thought it through."
After saying that, Zhang Haiyang threw his suit jacket onto the sofa and went into the bedroom.
Li Jinhua remained silent.
Only after Zhang Haiyang's figure disappeared did she slowly slump to the ground, and tears finally burst forth.
At this moment, she was extremely conflicted.
Li Jinhua looked at her sleeping child, and then thought of Su Mingqiang's tired but gentle smile every day, and her heart ached even more.
But when her gaze swept over the simple room and her current mundane life...
The generous terms promised by Zhang Haiyang came to mind again.
The aura of being the principal's wife, the spacious house, the envious glances from others...
Li Jinhua wiped away her tears and slowly stood up.
She walked to the mirror, looked at her still beautiful reflection, and gently touched her cheek.
After giving birth, her figure became even more voluptuous and alluring, and she was indeed three points more beautiful than before.
"Perhaps... this is an opportunity given to me by fate?"
She murmured to herself, her eyes gradually hardening.
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