“It’s far worse than what you did!” Huo Qijun saw through his thoughts and offered an explanation. He was actually a bit curious about why Lin Wei’s cooking skills were so remarkable, but asking would only reveal how little he had cared about Lin Wei in the past—though that was…
Tag: Emotional Struggle
Chapter 22: The Unexpected Setup
Huo Qijun was very curious, “What did she say to you?” “Um?” Lin Wei seemed not to have heard him and walked directly in front of him, reaching out to touch his forehead. Huo Qijun froze completely at that one gesture. It took a moment before Lin Wei’s warm hand…
Chapter 51: Caught in Shadows
It was unclear how long it had been since he struggled free from the gaps of his dreams, barely able to open his eyes. All he could see was pitch black; his husband remained asleep, breathing evenly beside him. Yan Chuan moved his fingers, unable to speak or make any…
Chapter 12: The Weight of Secrets
“Drink a little more if it’s good; next time we can stew chicken soup again.” Lin Shiheng finished speaking and looked up, “Why hasn’t Mom come yet? Didn’t she say she was bringing something?” He Xuezhu quickly put down her bowl and stood up, “I’ll go call Mom right now…”…
Chapter 4: Unraveled Feelings
“I, Lin Shiheng, may not have a family, but I will never compete for women with my subordinates.” “Now, you can leave.” Miao Xing’s face turned pale. Since the first day she met Lin Shiheng, she had grown accustomed to his gentle demeanor. This was the first time she had…
Chapter 34: Returning Home
Ji Chen’s expression became a little unnatural as he recalled what he had heard last time. Ye’s mother felt a pang of heartache upon hearing Ye Qiu’s words, questioning why parents would neglect their eldest son now that they had a younger child. She was fiercely intent on reclaiming her…
Chapter 26: The Harsh Reality
Lin Ya held the knife, standing motionless in place, expressionless as he stared at them, showing no signs of backing down. Suddenly, a piercing wail erupted from the crowd: “Where is my child?!” “Who has seen my child?!” “Please, bring him back to me!” A disheveled woman cried out frantically,…
Chapter 8: A Desperate Situation
Without food, taxes cannot be paid, and without paying taxes, penalties must be incurred. As the grain tax collectors announce their demands, many impoverished families who cannot afford to pay grain or money are already weeping helplessly. By the end of August, the grass and trees have turned yellow, and…