"Of course not, Bao'er. You're overthinking things. You're just being true to yourself, that's all. Besides, haven't I worked so hard and done so much just so you wouldn't have to suffer any grievances? Just do whatever you want. If you can't handle it, you still have me, don't you? What is there to be afraid of!" Li Xiu said commandingly, giving Zhou Lian a gentle look.
Hearing his words, Zhou Lian couldn't help but smile, her eyes curving into crescents. 'This is so wonderful. In this life, we're in love. He'll dote on me, spoil me, and keep me happy and safe!'
Back home, after a quick wash-up, Zhou Lian played with their two children while Li Xiu went straight to the kitchen. Seeing Mrs. Zhou and Sister Fang busy at work, he quickly asked Sister Fang, "Is there any more of the soup with rock sugar, pear, white fungus, and red dates left for Bao'er?"
