"Let's not discuss this right now." Joseph naturally did not want it to be like this either. Recognizing that the current situation could not be easily resolved, he chose not to dwell and decided to set it aside for the moment. He held Chloe's hand and led her to the sofa, asking, "Were you serious earlier?"
"What?"
"Asking me to choose between Xavia's child and you."
Chloe stared into his deep eyes and remained resolute in her answer. "Yes."
"Why?"
"I have no space in my heart for unrelated parties."
She had tried but ultimately failed. If this child had been conceived before Joseph was with her, she would not feel such disgust. Unfortunately, the child was conceived during their marriage. Although it was a mistake that occurred unintentionally, why should she take responsibility for a child conceived in such an unexpected manner? She could not comprehend his actions, nor did she agree with them. Even a saint would not be capable of enduring such a thing.
Joseph had not anticipated her unwavering stance. His heart constricted briefly, and a trace of anger flared up. "Do you really have the heart to abandon me?"
"I have no choice. You can't be so selfish. You need to consider my position as well." He could not have everything his way.
Joseph closed his eyes and changed the topic. "I'll take you to the hospital for a prenatal check-up tomorrow."
"There’s no need."
"It's necessary. I haven't seen the child yet."
Chloe could not resist his influence either. "I'm going to sleep now. You can leave."
"I'm the baby’s father. I’m not leaving."
"Joseph, do you not have any shred of dignity left?"
"I may lack dignity, but what good is it when I’m on the verge of losing my wife and child?" Joseph's expression remained unabashed, his dignified face taking on a brazen air at that moment.
Chloe's mouth twitched angrily. "You promised to let me go, and just a few days later, you're changing your mind?"
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