Admiral, Your Wife Is Gone ABO - Chapter 53

By the fourth day, Luo Le couldn’t bear the oppressive atmosphere any longer. After informing his mentor, he packed a few belongings and moved into the small dormitory attached to the laboratory.

The cramped space made Luo Le feel surprisingly safe. The refrigerator was neatly stocked with nutrient solutions, and all the essentials were provided. As soon as he entered, he collapsed onto the bed and slept soundly for hours.

Remembering Huo Lanjing’s words, Luo Le visited the Huo Family the next day.

Gaining the Huo Family’s consent meant, in essence, obtaining Huo Fei’s approval, as she now held the greatest authority within the family.

As he’d anticipated, Huo Fei agreed almost immediately after he finished speaking, requiring virtually no effort on his part.

The real challenge lay with Luo Lu.

However, over the past few days, Luo Le had come to understand his brother’s motives. Luo Lu’s opposition stemmed from his desire to continue relying on Luo Le to secure the Huo Family’s assistance and favors. But if Luo Le became unreliable, Luo Lu would no longer care whether they remained married or not.

That evening, Luo Le went to the Luo Residence to confront Luo Lu. He cut straight to the point, explaining that Huo Lanjing had grown tired of him but hadn’t filed for divorce out of respect for his elders’ wishes.

Huo Lanjing had made it clear that he wanted Luo Le to initiate the divorce. If Luo Le refused, the Huo Family would not only cease assisting the Luo Family but would actively make things difficult for them.

Later, Luo Lu called the Huo Family to ask for a small favor. Huo Fei, who had already discussed the matter with Luo Le, immediately declared that the Huo Family would no longer support the Luo Family.

Hearing this, Luo Lu fully believed Luo Le and hastily agreed to the divorce.

It was no joke—the Huo Family wielded immense power across military, political, and commercial spheres. Only if the Luo Family wished to be exiled from the Empire would they dare oppose Huo Lanjing.

With the matter finally resolved, Luo Le felt relieved. After returning home, he washed up, collapsed onto his bed, and fell asleep instantly.

Early the next morning, before Luo Le was fully awake, a wave of nausea surged through him. He bolted out of bed and rushed to the bathroom.

Staring at his slightly bloodshot eyes in the mirror, Luo Le paused.

Something’s wrong. Very wrong.

Why does this feel so much like… pregnancy?

He hadn’t been intimate with Huo Lanjing recently. The last time… was at the Military District on Fifth Planet.

That marking.

But he had clearly taken the medication.

Realizing this, Luo Le didn’t dare delay any longer. After informing his mentor, he rushed to the hospital.

He chose a hospital with no ties to the Huo Family.

The Empire had a law prohibiting pregnancy tests without the patient’s or their family’s consent, which was why he hadn’t been tested during his previous hospitalization.

Congratulations, you’re pregnant.

Luo Le still couldn’t believe it. Could there be a mistake? I took the medication. How could I possibly be pregnant?

The doctor glanced at the machine-generated test report and took a deep breath. There’s no mistake.

Suddenly, the doctor looked up. Did you take the medication immediately after?

Luo Le nodded, then shook his head.

Seeing the doctor’s puzzled expression, he explained, I… took it the next day.

The doctor patted the report in his hand. The dosage and timing could be factors. Don’t dwell on that now. Or… do you not want it?

Luo Le lowered his head, his hand resting on his stomach. He didn’t answer, his bangs obscuring his expression.

His mind was in turmoil.

Seeing Luo Le’s reaction, the doctor was certain he didn’t want the child. He sized him up, estimating him to be in his early twenties.

He sighed. Not married yet, are you? You young people are so reckless. You’re already permanently marked, and you’re playing around like this without being married?

Besides, even without a permanent mark, a high compatibility rate could still lead to pregnancy.

Luo Le remained silent. The doctor shook his head. Where’s the child’s other father? He needs to be present to authorize the abortion.

Imperial law required both the Alpha and Omega to sign the consent form for an abortion.

Well, have you made up your mind?

At this, Luo Le looked up, his lips parting slightly. I need to think about it…

The doctor could see the confusion in his eyes.

He handed Luo Le the report. Alright, go home and think it over carefully.

Luo Le’s mind was a whirlwind of thoughts the entire way home. By the time he snapped out of his daze, he was already back in his apartment.

He looked up at the familiar room where he had lived for four years, feeling strangely detached.

Sitting on the sofa, he touched his stomach, still finding it hard to believe.

Just once, and I took the pill. How is this possible?

He gently stroked his stomach twice, a smile playing on his lips that he didn’t even realize was there.

Right now, his and Huo Lanjing’s child was growing inside him. Someday, the child would grow up and sweetly call him Papa…

No, Huo Lanjing and I are getting divorced.

The realization stopped Luo Le’s hand mid-stroke.

Yes, we’re getting divorced.

Soon, he’d have nothing to do with Huo Lanjing anymore.

So what is this now?

Luo Le continued stroking his flat belly with a bitter smile. Baby, why did you come now?

Why did you choose to come just when I finally saw Huo Lanjing for who he truly is and decided to leave?

He watched Xiao Yuan leading the other robots in their work, his gaze unfocused. What should I do?

No one knew who he was asking.

In the hovercar, Huo Lanjing sat with his eyes closed, feigning sleep.

General, when are we returning? Captain Lin asked.

The Zerg issue remained unresolved, and a mountain of tasks awaited Huo Lanjing’s decision back at headquarters. Yet he showed no inclination to return.

The Military District personnel, too afraid to contact Huo Lanjing directly, had been bombarding Captain Lin with urgent messages for days. After waiting several days, Captain Lin finally dared to voice his question.

Huo Lanjing opened his eyes, his posture unchanged. In a few days, he said before closing them again.

Captain Lin, looking troubled, pressed further, But… it’s already been so long…

I said, in a few days.

Huo Lanjing’s voice carried a chilling edge that sent a shiver down Captain Lin’s spine. He quickly fell silent, daring not to speak another word.

The Admiral’s mood had been dark these past few days. Better wait a while longer before asking again, he thought.

Huo Lanjing’s mood was indeed foul. Ever since his argument with Luo Le that day, he had been in this state.

Moreover, Luo Le had been avoiding him these past few days.

This realization only worsened Huo Lanjing’s already sour mood.

He should never have agreed to the divorce that day. Wasn’t that just confirming Luo Le’s accusations against him?

But Huo Lanjing’s pride wouldn’t allow him to back down.

By the time he arrived home, dusk had already fallen. Huo Lanjing didn’t invite Captain Lin inside he simply took the package from him and sent him on his way.

The room was dark. After changing his shoes, Huo Lanjing, still holding the package, switched on the light.

The moment the light flooded the room, Luo Le’s figure suddenly appeared before him.

Luo Le was back.

Huo Lanjing glanced at the package in his hand, a warm current flickering through his heart.

He closed the door and walked over to place the package on the table in front of Luo Le. Cake. Want some?

Luo Le had curled up on the sofa, his arms wrapped around his shins, chin resting on his knees, his eyes staring blankly ahead.

Receiving no response, Huo Lanjing walked closer, waving a hand in front of him. Blind or deaf?

As if suddenly realizing Huo Lanjing was back, Luo Le looked up and blurted out, I’ve spoken to both the Huo and Luo families. They’ve both agreed.

Huo Lanjing’s hand twitched. And Luo Lu?

Luo Le nodded. You can ask my sister if you don’t believe me. Or just ask Luo Lu directly.

Since Luo Le said so, Huo Lanjing knew it was true.

For some reason, almost as soon as Luo Le finished speaking, Huo Lanjing’s heart twisted with a strange, unpleasant feeling.

So, are you free tomorrow? Let’s go get the procedures done.

Huo Lanjing’s pupils constricted, as if something had pierced his heart. He leaned down uncontrollably and grabbed Luo Le by the collar. Luo Le, is this all you care about?

Luo Le didn’t struggle, letting Huo Lanjing hold him, staring straight back without blinking. Mm-hmm.

This was the only thing on his mind right now.

Huo Lanjing studied Luo Le’s earnest expression, then released him with a cold, mocking smile.

But the Huo Family hasn’t agreed yet.

Luo Le frowned, raising his voice. That’s impossible! Huo Fei clearly agreed.

Huo Lanjing leaned closer, his breath ghosting across Luo Le’s nose. Luo Le instinctively recoiled.

But in the next moment, Huo Lanjing shoved him against the chest, sending Luo Le’s upper body crashing onto the sofa.

Huo Lanjing leaned down, bracing his elbows on either side of Luo Le’s neck. I’m also a member of the Huo Family, and I haven’t agreed.

The man beneath him glared, his eyes blazing with fury. Huo Lanjing, you’re playing me.

Luo Le felt like a monkey in a zoo, being led around in circles for amusement.

Huo Lanjing’s eyes narrowed slightly.

Luo Le laughed bitterly. The esteemed Admiral of the Empire, stooping to such petty, deceitful tactics?

Huo Lanjing watched Luo Le’s red lips open and close, unconsciously pursing his own. Luo Le, why do you want a divorce? I’ve never felt trapped by you. You don’t need to set me free.

Exhausted from the day, Luo Le didn’t have the energy to argue. He stared blankly at the ceiling and asked in a flat tone, Huo Lanjing, do you love me?

Huo Lanjing’s expression froze, his deep eyes swirling with unreadable emotions.

After a long silence, Luo Le’s hand, resting on his stomach, moved to touch it. He smiled, tears streaming down his face.

See? You don’t love me. Why won’t you agree to a divorce?

Hearing him bring up divorce again, Huo Lanjing took a deep breath, his face darkening. Luo Le, our marriage was never about love. It was arranged by our parents. Can’t you stop this nonsense?

Though he had known it all along, Luo Le still felt a sharp pang in his heart.

Since our marriage was indeed arranged by our parents, we’ve now fulfilled the terms of the agreement.

Huo Lanjing looked down at the man beneath him, puzzled, and remained silent, waiting for him to continue.

You may not understand me, but I, Luo Le, have always believed in marriages based on love. I had no choice before, but now I want to choose for myself. Huo Lanjing, can you give me that chance?

At those words, something snapped in Huo Lanjing’s mind. He leaned down, pinning Luo Le’s shoulders. No. Do I have any obligation to give you a choice?

Luo Le stared coldly at Huo Lanjing’s face. Did I ever truly know this man?

I’m determined to divorce you.

Huo Lanjing sneered. Take me to court? Luo Le, are you so confident you’ll win?

Huo Lanjing was an Admiral, while Luo Le was merely a Mech Pilot.

With no reputation or connections, even with solid evidence, Luo Le had little chance of victory.

Huo Lanjing continued, Luo Le, unless you die, you will remain my wife for life.

Seeing the unwavering resolve on Huo Lanjing’s face, Luo Le closed his eyes in despair.

Unless I die… Ah.