Yan Shixiu spoke the truth—the young mistress indeed underestimated the preparation needed to have a child, but he should have known her character well. At least the decision she made was after careful consideration.
However, she hadn't anticipated that Yan Shixiu would reject and fear it to this extent. It seemed that unless his psychological issues were completely resolved, he would never willingly have a child with her.
With that thought, Shi Lan turned to Yan Shixiu and said sternly, "No children."
"Shi..."
"I've had enough." Shi Lan stood up before Yan Shixiu could speak.
She had never been angry with Uncle Yan in her repeated lifetimes, but the young mistress also had a temper.
Watching Shi Lan walk away, Yan Shixiu's eyes faintly brimmed with a sense of loss and grievance. He just wanted to keep this person by his side. He couldn't afford to gamble or lose, and it seemed like being without descendants was acceptable.
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