Chapter 640: Chapter 638: Kind Father 17
"You’ve lost weight," was Zhuo Qiaoqing’s first thought when she saw Ah Chen.
Ah Chen replied, "I really haven’t. I’m actually a few pounds heavier than before."
Since she’s not the commissioner, she didn’t have much to worry about, she ate well and drank well. Besides, she was growing, so even though she didn’t look chubbier, it’s normal for her to put on a few pounds as she got taller.
But there’s a thing in this world where your mom thinks you’ve lost weight.
Ah Chen didn’t insist on this matter, so she didn’t bother stepping on the scale to show Zhuo Qiaoqing.
"I’ve heard you’re eating with Teacher Yun every morning and evening lately?" Zhuo Qiaoqing seemed calm, but in reality, she was seething with anger. "Has the stove been used at home?"
She didn’t believe it hadn’t, knowing how Ran Zhengfeng took care of Wei Yue, he would definitely cook something nice for Wei Yue to send over whenever he had the chance.
"Yes, I’ve been eating with Teacher Yun, and Dad did use the stove." Ah Chen had no intention of covering up for Ran Zhengfeng at all. Perhaps she felt it was pointless, as Ran Zhengfeng had tacitly agreed she eat with Yun Xin and hadn’t bothered about her at all morning and night.
From Ran Zhengfeng’s perspective, she might have been too immature, and it was Zhuo Qiaoqing who was too petty, not giving him face.
But then again, does he deserve people giving him face?
Zhuo Qiaoqing took a deep breath and didn’t discuss Ran Zhengfeng any further.
She then took Ah Chen grocery shopping, cooked a meal, and directly knocked on Yun Xin’s door to invite her over to eat, not planning to ask Ran Zhengfeng.
With things having progressed to this stage, their marriage could not be sustained any longer.
She no longer cherished memories of Ran Zhengfeng’s occasional kindness, so there was no need to maintain a facade of peace.
Moving forward, she needed to properly handle the matters between them.
Chenchen adapted well, so she wasn’t too worried.
"Have you really decided?" At the dining table, Yun Xin asked. As an old classmate and good friend of hers, whenever she decided on something, she always charged ahead recklessly, whether it was getting together with Ran Zhengfeng back then or now deciding to divorce.
She didn’t plan to persuade her much, just asking a question.
Being familiar with Zhuo Qiaoqing, she knew a lot about her household matters. Sacrificing oneself and the child’s marriage like this was indeed not worth continuing.
"Yes," Zhuo Qiaoqing took a small sip of wine. She usually didn’t drink at all, but today she wanted to have a bit.
She glanced at Ah Chen and said, "I’ve figured everything out, Chenchen also needs a quieter environment. In the past, I only thought about keeping the family together, and being accommodating. That was my choice, but there came a day I suddenly realized, I’m not just myself, there’s Chenchen too."
She shouldn’t let her daughter stay in such an unhappy family environment.
Yun Xin sighed, "As long as you’re ready for it."
"I’m ready."
The weekend was coming up, so she’d have plenty of time to discuss the divorce matter with Ran Zhengfeng. If he didn’t agree, she would kick him out. Just staying at home wouldn’t do any good.
Given their years as a couple, she decided the car would be his. To be honest, she had bought that car herself back then.
The house was in her own name because at the time Ran Zhengfeng didn’t want to buy a house. She just went with Yun Xin at that time, anyway, since Ran Zhengfeng didn’t contribute financially, his being there didn’t make any difference.
Later, when they bought the car, it was registered under Ran Zhengfeng’s name. Back then, she didn’t think too much about it, let alone thought they’d be splitting one day.
In hindsight, it’s actually for the best, avoiding a lot of trouble.
After dinner, Yun Xin returned to her place next door. Being an outsider, she was hesitant to interfere in the matter of their marriage, fearing Ran Zhengfeng might suddenly return, so she didn’t stay long.
Zhuo Qiaoqing had originally planned to wait for Ran Zhengfeng to come back so they could discuss the divorce matter early, but unexpectedly, she waited until ten o’clock.
She made a call and the other side quickly picked up, "Where are you?"
"I just got out of the hospital, will be heading back soon. Qiaoqing, are you home? I actually have something I want to discuss with you, can you wait for me to come back so we can talk it over properly?"
This time, Ran Zhengfeng’s attitude was much softer. After being married for years, Zhuo Qiaoqing could already predict what he was going to do based on his tone.
She let out a cold laugh, "Okay, I’ll wait for you to come back."
After hanging up, she started pacing around the house.
The master bedroom had two wardrobes, one for her, and one for Ran Zhengfeng. Over these years, she hadn’t skimped on Ran Zhengfeng, whatever he needed, she got it for him, making him presentable when out in public.
The only things Ran Zhengfeng could take with him were some personal belongings, which were quite easy to carry.
It’s likely that Ran Zhengfeng might not agree to a divorce. No worries, she never planned to seek another relationship. As long as she could get him out, she wasn’t afraid of being held back.
If Ran Zhengfeng aimed for the house and wanted to use legal means to split her house, she’d have to apologize. She wouldn’t want to divorce then, citing the reason of their relationship not breaking down. Everyone knows how hard it is to get a divorce now if one party disagrees.
Zhuo Qiaoqing didn’t do anything, just looked around the house.
Ah Chen came out and saw her mother pacing around the place.
"Your dad might not readily agree to the divorce, but mom will get him out," Zhuo Qiaoqing prepared Ah Chen, "There could even be unforeseen things happening," at this point, rare hesitation appeared on Zhuo Qiaoqing’s face. Her biggest worry was about her daughter, "Some might say unpleasant things, but mom’s prepared and won’t let them get away with it."
The accounts are there, anyone who dares say otherwise will have to bear the consequences.
"Mom, don’t worry, I won’t be affected." Ah Chen held Zhuo Qiaoqing’s hand, dealing with getting rid of Ran Zhengfeng did indeed require going through some trouble.
Zhuo Qiaoqing felt relief.
At this moment, the sound of the door lock turning was heard, and Ran Zhengfeng pushed the door open and entered.
"Chenchen, go back to your room for now," said Zhuo Qiaoqing.
Once Ah Chen had gone back to her room, Zhuo Qiaoqing also headed to the master bedroom to wait for Ran Zhengfeng.
Ran Zhengfeng glanced at Zhuo Qiaoqing, and the first thing he said was, "Qiaoqing, let’s discuss the treatment costs for Wei Yue again. I know you’re reluctant to sell the house, why not take out a loan? We can pay it back together later."
He was ready for Zhuo Qiaoqing to get angry but didn’t expect her to remain so calm.
"Pay it back together? Why should I pay it back with you? Ran Zhengfeng, you wish. If you want to pay for Wei Yue’s treatment, why should I bear the cost? You really are a bit shameless. It sounds like paying it back together with you is a grievance, implying you want me to pay it all myself?"
"Seems like over these years, I’ve spoiled you."
"Selling the house is out of the question, and so is taking out a loan."
"We’ll divorce, the house goes to me, the car goes to you, and we’ll go our separate ways without owing each other anything anymore." If things could be settled simply, Zhuo Qiaoqing didn’t want to make it big. After this, whatever becomes of Ran Zhengfeng will have nothing to do with her anymore.
Ran Zhengfeng hadn’t expected Zhuo Qiaoqing to still have divorce on her mind. He thought she was just mad about him paying for Wei Yue’s treatment, feeling quite helpless.
"Qiaoqing, can you stop mentioning divorce at every turn? I really can’t ignore Wei Yue."
"I didn’t ask you to ignore Wei Yue. You can do as you like, but don’t involve me. I only have one request, divorce. I’m tired, I want a more peaceful life, Chenchen also needs a quiet environment to study. Stop troubling the two of us," said Zhuo Qiaoqing, still calm.
