Shi Nian'an felt joy blossom in her heart; he wasn't indifferent, he was simply considering her best interests.
Grasping his hand, she shyly said, "But I want to have children with you. Just thinking about our baby looking like you, I get so excited. One day we will die, but our love will continue on, and the thought is so beautiful. With the advancements in medical science, the risks of childbirth aren't that high, and I'm willing to endure a little suffering."
Lao Hei chose to sidestep the topic, "Let's talk about it later. If we don't eat now, the food will get cold."
Shi Nian'an was used to his lack of humor and silently finished the conversation, concentrating on her meal.
...
A few days later, Alan was ready to be discharged from the hospital.
Xiang Wan took a leave of absence specifically to accompany her through the discharge process and it was only then that she learned that almost all the bodyguards under Lao Hei were orphans with no close kin, including Alan.
