Du Haofeng gave Qiao Hua'er the choice, and he didn't care which she chose.
He was almost tired of playing anyway, so it wasn't a loss.
Qiao Hua'er was stunned; her mind was in chaos. Why had she sought such a heartless person?
Aside from Du Haofeng, she couldn't find a better man, and the actions of their marriage would eventually come to light.
But if she continued with Du Haofeng, she would only be a concubine, always considered less than others, and Du Haofeng himself was not a loyal man.
What should she do?
After a while, Qiao Hua'er came to a conclusion.
She had come from tough times; she understood the bitterness better than anyone.
That's why she longed for a life where clothes come handed to her and food comes to her mouth.
Moreover, if her belly proved fruitful and bore a son, even the legitimate wife couldn't do anything to her.