HAS HE BEEN BULLYING YOU?

Coward?

Bai Qing was furious, her delicate face filled with anger: "You're the coward. If you've got the guts, divorce me."

"No," Mo Xiao said coldly, "Don't mention that word again."

"No, huh?" Bai Qing picked up his phone and handed it to him. "Then go ahead, call Yun Qiqi and tell her you won't divorce me."

A sinister gleam flashed in Mo Xiao's eyes.

"You don't even dare to call," Bai Qing put the phone down, her beautiful face showing a trace of grievance. "You say you won't divorce me just to force me to donate my bone marrow? Well, I refuse! Now that Grandma knows, I'll have her decide. Let's see if you'll divorce then!"

With that, Bai Qing stormed out of the room.

She was utterly furious.

How could this man be so indecisive?

Why is getting a divorce so difficult?

Mo Xiao stared at the phone she had thrown onto the bed, his expression icy.

She's getting bolder by the day.

But, truth be told, he wasn't in a hurry to divorce her right now.

Even though the family had all agreed to it, he didn't feel the urgency anymore.

Fine, let's just drag this out.

——

Bai Qing took a walk in the courtyard.

She didn't want to stay in the same room with Mo Xiao.

Being near him made her feel suffocated.

At noon, Shen Wan returned.

Her relationship with Mo Chen was exceptionally good.

The two were always inseparable.

It made Bai Qing envious.

Mo Chen was such a good husband. Every time he went on a business trip, he brought back whatever Shen Wan liked.

Occasionally, he would plan romantic surprises, keeping their love ever sweet.

With such a great father as a role model, it's a pity Mo Xiao didn't learn a thing.

Mo Chen made a cake, cutting a piece for Shen Wan and another for Bai Qing.

"Here, Qingqing, didn't you say you love strawberry cake?" Mo Chen handed it to her. "All the strawberries are for you."

"Thank you, Dad," Bai Qing said, feeling flattered.

"What are you thanking me for?" Mo Chen replied casually.

"You're giving her such a large piece! Girls these days want to stay in shape. Now she has no choice but to eat it all," Shen Wan reminded him.

But Mo Chen simply said, "Qingqing's not fat. You women are always talking about dieting, but it's bad for your health. Being healthy is the key. No need for body anxiety. You should feel like you're already the most beautiful."

Shen Wan could only shrug helplessly.

Bai Qing smiled faintly. Mo Chen truly was a wonderful father-in-law.

She was lucky to have such good in-laws.

But how did she end up with such a troublesome husband?

"Qingqing, go ahead and eat. I have to get to the office," Shen Wan stood up.

"Wifey, are you heading to work?" Mo Chen's eyes followed her.

"I wasn't even planning to come home for lunch, but I did it for you," Shen Wan grumbled. "I've got a lot of cases to handle at the firm, so I have to go."

"Come home early tonight," Mo Chen said reluctantly. "I'll make your favorite dishes."

"I know, I know! You're such a nag, you're nothing like a domineering CEO," Shen Wan teased, but her face was already glowing with a smile.

Mo Chen blinked playfully. "Between the two of us, you're the real boss."

"Well then, make sure you take care of your son. He's been upsetting me lately," Shen Wan huffed.

"Don't worry, I'll beat that rascal until his own mother won't recognize him," Mo Chen said, rolling up his sleeves.

"Alright, I'm off," Shen Wan said, rushing to work.

Mo Chen stood up. "Wait, honey!"

Shen Wan turned around, "What is it?"

Mo Chen walked over to her, gently took her by the arms, then leaned down and kissed her softly on her red lips.

Suddenly, Bai Qing felt the cake in her hand lost its appeal.

"Ah, your daughter-in-law is watching!" Shen Wan blushed.

Even the usually strong-willed Shen Wan had moments of shyness.

Mo Chen chuckled. "She's family, it's fine."

"Hmph!" Shen Wan snorted and left.

Mo Chen turned to Bai Qing, smiling kindly. "Is the cake good?"

Bai Qing nodded.

"I'm glad you like it. Let me know whenever you want more," Mo Chen said, sitting back down.

Bai Qing felt a bit nervous.

Mo Chen always exuded a calm and refined elegance, but there was an unmistakable aura of authority and mystery around him.

He rarely displayed it at home, though.

Bai Qing had hardly ever seen that side of him.

But sometimes, when she saw photos of him in magazines, looking stern and imposing, she couldn't help but feel a certain distance.

"I've heard things haven't been going well between you and Mo Xiao?" Mo Chen's voice was calm and cold. "Has he been bullying you?"

"No," Bai Qing bit her lip, "I wouldn't say that."

"Infidelity isn't bullying? Then what is?" Mo Chen reassured her. "Qingqing, just because Mo Xiao doesn't love you, doesn't mean you should tolerate his cheating. It's wrong. Your marriage is protected by law, bound by morals. No matter how you and Mo Xiao ended up together, you both have a responsibility to this union."

Bai Qing nodded. "Yes, I understand."

"I know this isn't your fault," Mo Chen said gently. "You've done nothing wrong. If anything, you've loved him too much, and that's why he's taken advantage of you. Qingqing, don't be a coward. You are Mo Xiao's rightful wife, and we all support you. If you want to confront the mistress, go ahead. Do you think your mother-in-law, your grandmother, or I fear Mo Xiao?"

Bai Qing felt deeply moved.

Why were they all so kind to her?

"But Dad, ever since the truth came out, I've realized Mo Xiao and I can never go back," Bai Qing said softly.

"So, you're saying there's no way to reconcile, and you're set on divorcing him?" Mo Chen asked gravely.

Bai Qing nodded. "Yes, Dad. I won't hide it from you. Mo Xiao did something I cannot forgive, and I can't endure it anymore."

Mo Chen frowned. Something unforgivable?

Could it be that Mo Xiao and Yun Qiqi have already...?

That rascal!

"So, Dad, I want a divorce," Bai Qing lowered her lashes quietly. "But Mo Xiao refuses."

"I heard from your mother that your bone marrow is a match for Yun Qiqi's?" Mo Chen asked coldly.

Bai Qing nodded.

Mo Chen understood. "Is he threatening not to divorce you unless you donate your bone marrow to Yun Qiqi?"

Bai Qing nodded more firmly.

Mo Chen sneered inwardly.

Clever boy, playing quite the game.

But he knew forcing Bai Qing to donate bone marrow wasn't the only reason Mo Xiao wanted to stay married.

There must be something else.

"Qingqing, I've spoken to Grandma about this. We all support you. If you want a divorce, none of us will try to change your mind," Mo Chen paused. "I'll think of a way to help you."

Bai Qing blinked in surprise.

Was he serious?!