Section 1

You men are all rather blunt; didn't you notice that during the meal, Nian Nian hardly spoke to Huai Cheng

Time passes slowly, and before long, it is December. The temperature in City D is getting lower and lower

Where?" Gu Zhoudao widened his eyes

A girl at twenty-six is just right, not too young, and one cannot wait until thirty. Huai Cheng, while a man's career is important, family is also extremely important! You cannot delay any longer. You are busy, but you still have me and your Aunt Qin, right? When the time comes, just think of coming home, and we will take care of you, rest assured. Gu Zhou admired his son-in-law's hard work; in just a few short years, the company had become vibrant under his management.

Song Huaicheng responded lightly with an acknowledgment

Song Huaicheng raised his eyes, "How could this be? There are already wrinkles at the corners of my eyes."

On the dressing table sits an exquisite photo frame, containing a picture of two people together. It was taken during their sophomore year when the club organized a camping event. Gu Nian, knowing that Song Huaicheng was participating, also signed up. The two stood under a locust tree, its blossoms in full bloom, white petals drifting down with the wind onto their shoulders, creating a beautifully captivating scene

"Do not get too excited," Aunt Qin said hurriedly, "It is common for young couples to bicker. You should focus on yourself for now; you cannot handle things this way in the future."

When Gu Nian said this, her heart felt as if it had been overturned with vinegar, sour and bitter. Her originally straight back lost its strength and bent down. "Let's not mention this matter to him."

Gu Nian faintly curled her lips in a grim smile

Song Huaicheng's eyes swiftly shifted as he stepped into the room, calling out politely yet without intimacy, "Dad---"

"That is nature, this is our family's secret." Gu Zhoudao finally breathed a sigh of relief, "I will now begin to cultivate my character and nurture my mind. In the future, when you and Huaicheng are busy, I will take care of the children, and I will ensure that they are admitted to Tsinghua University or Peking University."

He has never asked her why she placed this photograph here

Gu Nian let out a soft laugh.

Gu Nian has been sensitive to the cold since childhood. By the time she left home in the morning, she was already bundled up tightly. Upon arriving at the gallery, with the alternating temperatures, she felt a wave of dizziness and soon began to retch

Song Huaicheng's expression turned unnaturally cold, and he remained silent

Fang Xuxu, seeing her like this, exclaimed in astonishment, "Is it possible that you are pregnant?"

Gu Nian rubbed her face and said, "Ah, I just miss my dad."

As soon as Gu Nian stepped out of the house, Gu Zhou Dao let out a sigh, "It has been two years, and she has only stayed at home a number of times that can be counted on ten fingers. Nian Nian has been too accommodating towards Huai Cheng"

Gu Zhoudao snorted, "A daughter who is married is like water that has been spilled; she no longer needs her father like me."

Gu Nian turned her eyes and said, "Who do you think our children will resemble in the future?" Her expression instantly softened.

After dinner, Gu Nian helped Aunt Qin clear the table, while Gu Zhoudao and Song Huaicheng sat in the living room. On the rosewood coffee table was a delicate set of ice pomelo tea utensils, the colors translucent and warm.

I find it a bit strange this time, Nian Nian," Aunt Qin said hesitantly

Gu Zhoudao wore a smile on his face, "Huai Cheng, when do you plan to give me a little grandson? Your Aunt Qin and I are quite lonely."

Song Huaicheng could not help but shake his head

Is that so? Gu Zhoudao frowned and said, "If Song Huaicheng dares to treat Nian Nian poorly, I will find someone to break his legs"

Gu Nian turned her head in surprise and said, "How did you come here?"

Gu Nian stared intently at his face, "In my eyes, you really haven't changed at all; it seems like I've aged a lot."

Fang Xuxu, however, did not believe it, saying, "Let's go, I will accompany you to the hospital for a check-up." With that, she took Gu Nian to the hospital.

"I called Huai Cheng over. Our family hasn't had a meal together for a long time. I'll go help in the kitchen, and when dinner is ready, I'll come up to call you all." Gu Zhoudao said as he walked out, leaning close to Song Huai Cheng's ear and softly saying, "Nian Nian is in a bad mood today; please help me cheer her up."

Gu Zhoudao immediately frowned and said, "We will stay here tonight."

Gu Zhoudao noticed Song Huaicheng standing outside the door, and he quickly called out, "Huaicheng has arrived"

When Gu Nian came out, she happened to hear this sentence, but she did not hear anything else. "Dad, it's getting late, Huai Cheng and I are going back."

Despite the warmth in her eye sockets, she still wore a smile. There was no way around it; he was Song Huaicheng, the man she had fallen in love with at first sight.

"You all should have two children, one with the surname Gu and the other with the surname Song. Hehehe," Gu Zhoudao said with a hearty laugh.

Upon arriving at the hospital, it was Fang Xuxu who was busy. Gu Nian sat there, her expression filled with deep contradictions. She knew that it was impossible for her to be pregnant; every time they were together, the next morning, Song Huaicheng would always hand her a glass of water.

Gu Zhoudao picked up the tea set and said, "This was bought for me online by Nian Nian, she said it was a flash sale." He glanced at the kitchen and saw that she was still tidying up, then continued, "I usually don't take this out when friends come over, it's too much of a drop in class. Only when she comes do I use it. Hancheng, you should try this tea, it was a gift from a friend of mine."

Gu Nian glanced at Song Huaicheng, who remained silent, and said, "I still have a painting that is not finished. Let's do it next time."

Nian Nian is still young, and there have been quite a few matters in the company over the past year or two, so I often have to travel for work, Song Huaicheng said with a hint of melancholy in his voice

Gu Nian nodded slightly. "Dad, Aunt Qin, we are leaving"

Song Huaicheng sat down on the chair by the dressing table and looked around the bedroom. This was the house she lived in before her marriage, and the room was decorated in a pastoral style, which suited her personality. After getting married, she rarely returned to stay, but the room was regularly cleaned, maintaining a level of cleanliness as if someone lived there regularly

Gu Nian wore a facade of calmness, "I was originally planning to go back after a while, but I didn't expect my dad to call you over."

Gu Nian stretched lazily and said, "Song Huaicheng, you look like you haven't changed at all, just the same as when we were studying."

Gu Zhoudao's expression was somewhat grim, "Alright, I understand." His gaze darkened; he was determined to find out who had reported him.

Gu Nian raised her face from the sink, her complexion pale. She couldn't help but touch her lower abdomen, "It shouldn't be."

"Why did you suddenly come home?" Song Huaicheng said

Song Huaicheng took a sip of tea, his tongue feeling bitter, "I will discuss it with Nian Nian."

Gu Nian smacked her lips, her face filled with longing, "I hope the child will be like you, smart and handsome." She paused slightly, "It would be best if they don't take after me, I'm too foolish." Her voice grew softer. She couldn't understand, no matter how hard she tried, why he wouldn't let her have children

Aunt Qin's eyes twitched as she took the clothes of the two. "Don't mind your father, you two should head back early. Come back for dinner often when you have the time"

Song Huaicheng slightly pursed his lips and said, "The taste is quite good"

At this moment, it was her turn, and Fang Xuxu accompanied her inside. Gu Nian immediately recognized the person inside; it was the doctor who had helped her with the examination last time. She glanced at his name tag—Lu Yesheng