Not saying the phrase 'We're both innocent' wouldn't have been a big deal.
But once it's said, it seems to carry some unintended implications.
He didn't even use a respectful title, just referred to her as 'she'.
However, Quan Jin wasn't here to confront anyone; he was here to negotiate with Quan Yin. Playing Tai Chi with his fifth uncle wouldn't work; he's of a lower generation and has missed many meals, he'd just get tripped up.
So he decided to be straightforward and said, "I'm planning to divorce that woman, but Grandma doesn't agree, so there's no way to proceed with the divorce. Since you, fifth uncle, are interested in her, I'll turn a blind eye and make a concession. You can do whatever you want, but you need to persuade her to divorce me."
Quan Yin was holding a teacup, and his thumb gently scraped along the rim.
Hearing Quan Jin's words, he smirked inwardly.
Feelings are truly the cheapest thing.
"Are you sure you've thought this through?" Quan Yin asked.
