"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 pleaded 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 find out?"

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

Xia Lin thought to himself that if Leng Jingshen knew about this, he would have come to him 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 time 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, able to empathize with others' feelings and make wise decisions. This quality is rare in young people.

"You're quite sensible, kid." Xia Lin reluctantly acknowledged that he knew his limits. "Then if I tell you that An An won't take over the Xia Group and won't help 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 certainly won't give the company to you. Do you agree to this?"

"I am willing. I will marry An An not because of her status. Besides, I can fight for what I want by myself. 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 quickly responded.

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

After hearing this, Leng Zexi's eyes instantly flashed with a gleam, 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 empty-handed 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. I don't need your Leng family 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, your four brothers, and An An herself. I will definitely not let you down, please believe me."

Because he believed in himself and was confident that he would not hurt or betray An An. If one day he really did something to let An An down, not to mention his property, he would even give her his life as compensation. 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. 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, then 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 and pick you up home immediately."

Xia Ruoan's eyes suddenly reddened as she listened to her father's concerned words, tears streaming down her face. She choked back tears as she replied, "No, Dad. I'm sorry."

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

However, despite saying this, Xia Lin felt more distressed. He was silent for a moment and then continued, "I won't be prejudiced against you because of the gossip from the outside world. As long as you are happy, that's all that matters."

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

"Dad, I'm happy to do this. I'm not unwilling. 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 loved and cared about her, so she didn't want to worry them.

"Okay, then wait until he has done what he promised me. You can 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 his daughter would make the right decision.

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

He hopes 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 have peace and happiness in your life." Zhong Yanyan said worriedly.

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

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