Gu Dai raised her eyebrows in surprise, not expecting Song Ling to apologize rather than defend Jiang Yue.
But what use was an apology? Could it erase the pain she had suffered in the past?
Gu Dai spoke indifferently, "No need."
Song Ling's adam's apple bobbed as he closed his eyes, murmuring, "I know what I'm about to say might sound ridiculous, but I still want to say it."
He continued, "I don't know why, but after our divorce, my attention always lingered on you. I've been reflecting on myself. I realize I wasn't a good husband. I never protected you and often hurt you."
As Song Ling spoke, Gu Dai recalled the bullying she endured during her amnesia, her gaze growing colder.
Song Ling pressed on, "Gu Dai, would you give me another chance to make it up to you? Let's remarry. I'll treat you well."
Gu Dai, her eyes calm like still waters, asked, "Would your mother agree?"