Lowering his gaze to the bowl of porridge in front of him, Xicheng hesitated for a moment, but finally raised his face to meet her eyes.
"Is this... child causing you any trouble? I know this is your personal privacy. I just hope... that Niannian will have the chance to see you again in the future. After all, you're his mother, and... I think that's what you wish for! If it's a financial issue, or anything I can help you resolve, whatever it is, just tell me, and I'll do my best to help you explain."
The man's tone was sincere, entirely considering the issue from her perspective, and Xia Nuan could tell.
She gently stirred the porridge in her bowl with the spoon, remaining silent for a long time before she finally uttered softly.
"I'm getting married."
Clang!
Xicheng's spoon hit the edge of the bowl.
"I'm sorry."
Realizing his lapse, he hurriedly apologized.
Xia Nuan shook her head slightly, lowered her face, and continued eating, albeit slowly, clearly having no appetite.
