Xu Nian has found a new hobby: painting. She likes to spend half a day alone in her studio.

Every time Chi Yu came back from work, he would go to the art studio to bail Xu Nian out. He was annoyed that these things were taking away Xu Nian's attention, but he didn't dare to say it.

So the former workaholic became a 9-to-5 office worker after getting married.

Forced to return to work, Chi's father was even more frustrated when his son urged him to have another child.

He's almost fifty; can't you be a little more considerate of an elderly person's health?

Chi's father was furious, but he couldn't do anything about Chi Yu.

She could only talk to Xu Nian about it, but Xu Nian knew what Chi Yu had done and she felt embarrassed.

After seeing Chi's father off, Xu Nian casually mentioned the matter when Chi Yu returned from get off work that evening.

"Wife, how about we run away from home?" Chi Yu's words were sure to shock everyone.

"What? Running away from home?" Xu Nian was stunned. Was it what she thought?

“Yes, we’ve also had our own private time together. The reason the old man talks to you about these things is because work has prevented him from going out with my mom.” Chi Yu thought back to when he was still a minor and was tricked by his father into managing the company.

He worked overtime to earn money for his schooling, while his parents went on vacation.

He was racking his brains over a project, while his parents were having a candlelight dinner overseas.

He was entertaining clients, while his parents were enjoying some alone time.

He was working hard to earn money, while his parents were spending it lavishly outside.

From eighteen to twenty-six years old, a full eight years!

He endured this for eight years straight, and his heart was filled with bitterness!

Fortunately, he met his wife, otherwise his life would have been truly bleak.

He works himself to the bone every day to earn money for that couple, but who knows how hard he works?

Fortunately, things are different now; he only earns money for his wife to spend.

As for that old man, he has to support his own wife. He doesn't want to work, so how can he support his beautiful wife if he doesn't work?

He's dreaming.

"Chi Yu, isn't this a bit inappropriate?" Xu Nian asked hesitantly.

"Wife, you won't let me have our wedding, and you don't even want to go on a trip with me. Do you not care about me anymore? Do you find being with me annoying?" Chi Yu could easily put on a pitiful act. Xu Nian knew he was faking it, but she still fell for it.

Xu Nianxiang indulged Chi Yu's little temper tantrums. She couldn't explain why, but if she had to say, it was because she liked it!

With a "smack" of a rocking horse, Chi Yu gave Xu Nian a hard kiss, then happily packed their luggage and boarded a plane overnight to run away from home.

When Chi's father learned of this news, it was already the next morning. He was so angry that he couldn't eat breakfast and kept cursing his unfilial son.

After calmly finishing her breakfast, Chi's mother tidied up and went out.

"Wife, where are you going dressed like this?" Mr. Chi pointed at Mrs. Chi's off-shoulder dress, his eyes wide open.

"I made plans with my girlfriends to get a beauty treatment, go shopping, and play cards. What? You don't have time to accompany me, but I'm not allowed to find someone to accompany me?" Mother Chi raised her eyebrows, and her beautiful and delicate face instantly became charming.

"Wife, I have no one to keep me company either!" Mr. Chi pleaded, trying to sound pitiful.

But he is no longer the young heartthrob who once captivated Chi's mother, and playing the victim has no effect on her.

Seeing his wife abandon him without hesitation to go out and have fun, Mr. Chi felt even worse.

He became completely alone, and a lonely man who had to earn money to support his family.

Suddenly, Chi's father remembered Chi Yu's suggestion, and at that moment, he felt that the suggestion was excellent.

Just as she stepped outside, Chi's mother sneezed. Looking at the bright sunshine, she felt a little strange but didn't think much of it.

...

Xu Nian and Chi Yu traveled all over the country, taking pictures of beautiful scenery and buying many copies of fun things to send back home.

Mu Qingqing received package after package from Xu Nian. Looking at the landscape photos she posted, and thinking of the people who were by her side, she finally couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Mu Qingqing, it's time for you to let go.

She's doing well now, and that person treats her very well. Shouldn't you start a new life too?

Mu Qingqing told herself this, but tears still streamed down her face.

After crying, Mu Qingqing returned to her usual self. She still enthusiastically called Xu Nian, sharing interesting things in her life.

Only Mu Qingqing herself knows what's missing.

Xu Nian and Chi Yu traveled all over the country for half a year before Chi's father called them back.

The reason, of course, is that Chi's mother is pregnant.

When Chi Yu and Xu Nian heard the news, they looked at each other to make sure they hadn't misheard, and then quickly hung up the phone to book plane tickets to go back.

Upon returning to the Chi family manor, they saw Chi's father showing great concern for Chi's mother, attending to her every need.

Almost instantly, Chi's father knew what she wanted just from a glance from her mother.

"Dad, how is Mom's health?" Chi Yu never expected that because of him, his mother would become pregnant again in her forties.

"The doctor said your mother is in very good health and the fetus is healthy. As long as she takes good care of herself, there shouldn't be any major problems." Mr. Chi's eyes narrowed, showing his utmost affection for Mrs. Chi.

"If it weren't for your old tricks, I wouldn't be pregnant at my age," Mrs. Chi said, pointing at Mr. Chi's head with a sweet smile.

She touched her belly, which wasn't showing yet, and her eyes held the anticipation of a mother for her child.

"It's my fault, it's my fault, honey, don't be angry." Mr. Chi coaxed Mrs. Chi, afraid of upsetting her.

"I want to see you do push-ups. You're not allowed to get up until I tell you to stop," Mrs. Chi commanded Mr. Chi.

"Okay, okay, I'll do it right away." Seeing his father struggling to do push-ups, Chi Yu knew that there was nothing for him and Xu Nian to do here.

If the couple stays here, they'll only get to eat dog food (a slang term for witnessing a couple's relationship with another person).

Chi's father and mother truly loved each other; their child was an unexpected surprise, something they had never encountered before.

"Niannian, come with me to the company." Chi Yu took Xu Nian's hand and left the Chi family manor.

On the way, Chi Yu explained to Xu Nian how deep the bond was between Chi's parents, which made Xu Nian extremely envious.

Chi Yu noticed Xu Nian's envy and pinched her cheek, saying, "Nian Nian, my wife, you don't need to envy others. Your husband will never lose to anyone."

"You had some candy today, and you're spouting sweet nothings all day long," Xu Nian said to Chi Yu with a radiant smile.

"Honey, I'm serious, I don't use sweet words." Chi Yu corrected her seriously, which made Xu Nian chuckle.

Now that Chi's father is accompanying Chi's mother during her pregnancy, the company's affairs have fallen on Chi Yu's shoulders.

He was very focused and meticulous when he was working, which made Xu Nian realize that this was the real him.

His features were cold and stern; even without speaking, a single glance from him could send chills down one's spine.

His words inspire people to obey subconsciously, and every decision he makes is executed efficiently.