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"What if it's a little monster?"

"A little...monster?"

"Missing arms or legs, no toes, incomplete brain development..."

Lu Ling was dumbfounded, unable to connect this description with her future younger siblings. Lu Ziqi broke free from Song Wuque's teeth and rushed over to cover Song Xiaohua's mouth: "Yaoyao, why are you cursing our child like that?"

“Because all of these are possible!” Song Xiaohua, who had read many news reports about ‘freak babies’, burst into tears: “Dongqing, I’m so scared. What if our baby is really like that?”

"No way!"

Persistent: "What if I could?"

She had no choice but to compromise: "Even if... I mean even if, even if our child isn't healthy, I will still love him and raise him."

Sniffling: "Okay, I believe you."

Realizing what was happening, Lu Ling quickly expressed his determination: "Don't worry, Mother. Whether it's a little brother, a little sister, or a little monster, Ling'er will play with him and protect him well!"

Song Wuque immediately straightened his back and struck a most majestic pose, then let out a loud "Awoo!"

Song Xiaohua finally stopped crying and smiled, gently pressing her hand against her flat stomach: "I'm going to have a child, my and Dongqing's child..."

A large hand, a small hand, and a claw followed one after another, covering it...

The author has something to say: Xiao Hua didn't continue to throw a tantrum because the monster felt that it was normal for couples to be a little jealous and temperamental over some unfounded things, but if it went too far, it would become a poison to their relationship.

Furthermore, Xiaohua trusts Xiaolu. Since they've become husband and wife, they must trust each other; this is the most important foundation for maintaining their relationship. Otherwise, all that's left is endless suspicion and mutual hurt.

Xiao Lu still harbors feelings for his deceased wife; it's an indelible part of his life. Xiao Hua accepted this from the beginning and never considered asking Xiao Lu to choose who he loved most. It's like what a friend said: "I don't care how many people you've loved before, as long as the one you finally love is me."

By allowing him a small space in his heart, you gain many times more genuine treatment and a complete future in return. It's not a bad deal, is it? ~Looking up at the sky

And this open-mindedness is one of the reasons why Xiao Lu fell in love with her.

P.S.: Xiaohua is pregnant, so Xiaolu is a normal man, perfectly normal in every way...

Chapter Sixty-Seven: The Way of Husband and Wife Relationships

Song Xiaohua's pregnancy was only a minor matter for the Lu family, which had many children. However, for Nianyuan, it was an absolute major event. Under the personal leadership of the male head of the household, everyone entered a state of emergency preparedness.

If we count from when he was a tadpole, Lu Ling has existed in this world for a full five years, but his father, Lu Ziqi, has only spent less than two years with him in total. Especially during the period when he transformed from a tadpole into human form, they were separated by an iron cage, never seeing each other again.

This time, it was as if he wanted to make up for all his previous regrets. Apart from attending court, he wished he could stay by Song Xiaohua's side all the time, never leaving her side for a moment. Even the official business that had to be handled at home was moved to the bedroom.

When she found out she was pregnant, she was only two months along, which is a time when she needs to rest and recuperate. So these days, Song Xiaohua has become a typical "homebody," rarely even leaving her bedroom. She can only stay in the house to rest and prepare for childbirth, and she's been feeling quite cooped up.

Knowing that she was most averse to social engagements, Lu Ziqi used the excuse that she was too weak to overwork herself to turn away almost everyone who planned to visit her. Only a few close relatives who truly cared for her occasionally came to chat with her for a few minutes.

So, besides the servants in the garden, Lu Ling, and Song Wuque, Lu Ziqi was the one who lingered around Song Xiaohua the longest. It was truly the same: the one she saw when she opened her eyes in the morning, the one she saw when she closed her eyes at night, and the one she saw even when she was half-asleep and confused.

Through this unprecedented close contact, Lu Ziqi gradually figured out how to get along with Song Xiaohua, who suffered from intermittent episodes of "early pregnancy mental disorder syndrome."

"Dongqing, what do you think of this outfit?"

"It seems... a little big, doesn't it?"

"Really? Then I'll have Wuque give it a try."

"...I thought you made it for your unborn child."

"I don't know his size, what should I do?"

"...That makes perfect sense!"

Rule 1: My wife is always right. Rule 2: If this is wrong, please refer to Rule 1.

"Holly, when can I go out to play?"

"Next spring, our whole family will go on a spring outing together."

"Holly, when can I learn to ride a horse?"

"I'll let you ride as much as you want when we go for a spring outing next year."

How long until next spring?

"It's only a little over seven months, it'll be over quickly."

"It's all your fault! Why didn't you tell me about that side door sooner? Otherwise, I would have explored the whole capital by now!"

"Yes, yes, it's all my fault."

"And also, why didn't you tell me about that horse farm sooner? Otherwise, I would already be a top-notch rider!"

"Yes, yes, it's all my fault."

Article 3: One must be proactive and sincere in admitting one's mistakes.

"Holly, I'm hungry again."

"I asked Tingxian to prepare some snacks. Do you want some bitter melon too?"

"Two, please!"

"good."

"Holly, people say sour foods are for boys and spicy foods are for girls, but why do I like bitter foods?"

"No pain, no gain; this means our children will definitely be extraordinary in the future."

"Holly, everyone says that pregnancy causes morning sickness, loss of appetite, and vomiting whatever you eat, but why do I want to eat everything I see, and I never seem to feel full?"

"This means you are blessed. Our children understand you and can't bear to see you suffer."

"But all I do every day is eat and sleep, and I've gained a lot of weight."

"No, look at your waist, it's still as slender as ever."

"But it will soon turn into a big water bucket."

"Even if it's a bucket, it's the most beautiful bucket ever!"

"I've heard that a woman's figure changes after giving birth, and even her appearance changes. What should I do?"

"Who said that? Look at Auntie, she's still beautiful. Besides, since you're unwilling to let go of me even though I'm old and ugly, I'll never abandon you, no matter what you become."

Article 4: Always say the best side of things, and be as cheesy as possible.

"Holly, I won't be able to do anything beastly with you for several months. If you really can't stand it, go find a 'virgin' outside to take care of it, but you're not allowed to bring her home!"

"……'young bird'……"

"You don't know what that means, do you?"

"I'm just curious, how did you know?"

"Oh! You knew all along! Tell me, did you used to go out and fool around a lot?!"

"No! I've only heard about it, I've never tasted it myself!"

"Really? Then you can go and try it out sometime. Aren't you excited?"

“Ignoring your pregnant wife and indulging in pleasure outside is not the behavior of Lu Ziqi. You underestimate me too much!”

"You said it yourself, I didn't force you!"

These are my heartfelt words, and Heaven bears witness!

"Good boy/girl~"

Last point: Stand firm in your stance and seize every opportunity to demonstrate your loyalty. (Loyalty in the sense of "loyalty"...)

After eating and drinking her fill, wiping her face and rinsing her mouth, Song Xiaohua yawned contentedly and was about to go to sleep when she heard two knocks on the door: "Father, Mother, may Ling'er come in?"

Ever since their 'illicit affairs' were exposed a few times, these two people, prone to uncontrollable urges, established a rule for Lu Ling: he must knock and get permission before entering the house. Truly, the hearts of parents are filled with love and concern for their child's healthy growth...

"Come in quickly."

"Ling'er, come and see the baby."

The little dumpling tiptoed in like a thief, darted straight to the bedside, and lay down on the edge, whispering to Song Xiaohua's belly, "Baby, were you good today? Have you grown up yet? Brother got praised by the teacher again today, wasn't brother awesome? Wuque stole Grandpa's wine, but he got caught. Grandpa wasn't angry, he was happy and let Wuque drink with him. Wuque couldn't outdrink Grandpa and got drunk, so he's staying at Grandpa's tonight and can't come see you. I'll come in his place! Okay, it's getting late, I'm going to sleep now. Goodnight, baby, brother will come see you again tomorrow morning."

After saying that, he got up and kissed Song Xiaohua, saying, "Goodnight, Mother." Then he said to Lu Ziqi in a proper manner, "Father, get some rest. Ling'er will take her leave now."

"Ling'er, you just said Wuque is drunk again. Did you drink with him?"

"No. Ling'er promised her father that she could only drink alcohol during festivals, otherwise it would interfere with her studies."

Lu Ziqi nodded in satisfaction, and Lu Ling tiptoed out as she had come. Song Xiaohua finally couldn't help but ask, "Ling'er, why are you being so careful?"

"Because I didn't want to disturb the baby's sleep!"