After finishing washing up, Xu Xiuwen returned to the bedroom.
Looking at the mess in the bedroom, Xu Xiuwen couldn't help but laugh wryly.
It had been great fun last night, but cleaning up the aftermath wasn't going to be easy.
Sheets, blankets, and the floor were all evidence of last night's activities.
He turned to look at An Shishi.
An Shishi's cheeks were flushed.
Just as Xu Xiuwen was about to speak, An Shishi pushed him out of the bedroom, saying, "You go to the living room first, I'll tidy up the bedroom."
"Let me help you."
"No, no, I can do it myself."
"Alright, the new sheets and blankets are in the cupboard."
"I know, don't worry."
An Shishi pushed Xu Xiuwen out of the bedroom and closed the door.
Xu Xiuwen looked at the closed door, smiled, and turned towards the living room.
After waiting for about ten minutes, An Shishi came out, carrying the sheets and blankets from before, and headed to the bathroom in the living room.
The bathroom in the living room was bigger and had a washing machine.
Although An Shishi had never used a washing machine before, she figured out how to use it with just one look.
After washing the sheets, blankets, and clothes, An Shishi took a broom and dustpan into the bedroom.
From start to finish, Xu Xiuwen didn't have to do anything.
An Shishi demonstrated her housekeeping skills.
In an hour, she had the bedroom looking spotless.
Xu Xiuwen walked into the bedroom and took a look; it was like new.
There was no sign of last night's battle.
By then, it was already past one o'clock.
Xu Xiuwen's stomach was growling with hunger.
The two of them went out together.
Having promised An Shishi yesterday to take her to Confucius Temple today, Xu Xiuwen drove them downstairs.
They drove to the commercial street on Jiaotong East Road and picked a nice, stylish restaurant with a pleasant environment.
They were having a sweet lunch when An Shishi suddenly remembered something and asked, "Honey, did you finish inside yesterday?"
Xu Xiuwen didn't understand at first but quickly caught on.
He nodded.
An Shishi immediately looked worried, "What if I get pregnant?"
Xu Xiuwen quickly asked, "Was yesterday a dangerous day?"
An Shishi didn't understand his question.
Xu Xiuwen rephrased, "When was your last period?"
"Two weeks ago."
A woman's safe period is generally divided into the pre-ovulation safe period and the post-ovulation safe period.
The pre-ovulation safe period is from the day after the period ends to the day before ovulation begins.
The post-ovulation safe period is from the day after ovulation ends to the day before the next period begins.
A woman's dangerous period is typically around the ovulation date, usually about 14 days before the next period.
Xu Xiuwen did the math.
Yesterday and today were right in An Shishi's dangerous period.
From Xu Xiuwen's expression, An Shishi guessed the answer.
She became even more anxious.
Seeing her worry, Xu Xiuwen quickly reassured her, "It won't be that coincidental, getting pregnant on the first try. Don't worry."
An Shishi bit her lip and said, "But it wasn't just once, it was many times."
"No worries, no worries. Even if it does happen, we'll just have the baby. I can support it."
An Shishi breathed a sigh of relief at his words.
She grabbed Xu Xiuwen's hand and asked, "Honey, do you want me to have your baby?"
Xu Xiuwen honestly replied, "To be honest, I don't. We're both too young right now, not ready to be parents yet. But don't worry, if you do get pregnant, I'll take responsibility."
An Shishi nodded, "You're right, we're not ready to be parents yet."
Xu Xiuwen comforted her, "Don't worry, we'll buy emergency contraception later, and it'll be fine. Next time, I'll be prepared and won't be reckless like this again."
"I'll listen to you."
After lunch, Xu Xiuwen had An Shishi wait in the car while he went to a nearby pharmacy to buy emergency contraception.
Honestly, this kind of medication isn't good for a girl's body.
Xu Xiuwen felt quite guilty.
He regretted letting his passions take over last night without considering the consequences.
He vowed to be prepared next time.
After buying the medicine, Xu Xiuwen also bought a bottle of mineral water.
Returning to the car, he handed the medicine and water to An Shishi.
An Shishi took the medicine with a sip of water, swallowing it all at once.
Xu Xiuwen gently stroked An Shishi's hair and apologized, "I'm sorry, Shishi. I'll be more careful in the future and won't make you take medicine again."
After taking the medicine, An Shishi looked much more relaxed.
She smiled lightly and shook her head, "It's okay, don't feel guilty."
After a pause, she continued, "Let's go to Confucius Temple."
"Okay," Xu Xiuwen nodded, then started the car.
Confucius Temple held no attraction for Xu Xiuwen; he had visited many times in his previous life.
There was really nothing fun about it, and the scenery was nothing special. However, its fame was undeniable, attracting tourists daily, keeping it very popular.
It was An Shishi's first time visiting Confucius Temple, and she had a great time.
She wore a smile all afternoon.
Xu Xiuwen was infected by her happiness, and his mood lifted as well.
After spending the afternoon at the temple, Xu Xiuwen drove An Shishi to Xinjiekou for shopping and dinner.
Though it wasn't as bustling as it would be in a decade, the potential for growth was evident.
Anyone with foresight knew it would only get more prosperous in the future.
Last time, Xu Xiuwen had taken An Shishi to a French restaurant, so this time he took her for Western cuisine.
An Shishi wasn't used to eating with a knife and fork, but the food was good, so she enjoyed it.
After dinner, Xu Xiuwen accompanied An Shishi shopping.
Even though she kept saying, "No, no," Xu Xiuwen still bought her many clothes and cosmetics.
It was already March, still a bit cold, but it would warm up soon.
The clothes he bought for her last time were all winter wear.
So this time, he bought mostly spring outfits.
The clothes weren't all big brands; there were some smaller brands too.
Under the saleswoman's persuasion, they bought many cosmetics, all branded and not cheap.
Finally, they passed a women's shoe store.
An Shishi spotted a pair of high heels she liked.
Xu Xiuwen, being generous, bought them immediately.
Besides buying clothes for An Shishi, she also bought him quite a few clothes.
When buying clothes for Xu Xiuwen, An Shishi insisted on using her own card.
In Xu Xiuwen's view, the money An Shishi had was given by him, so it didn't matter who used the card.
But to An Shishi, it was different, so she insisted on paying herself.
After shopping, Xu Xiuwen drove An Shishi back to Jiangning Garden.
On the way, they passed an adult store.
He went in to buy a few boxes of protection.
An Shishi blushed as she watched him get out of the car and walk into the store.
Back home, without even putting the things down, Xu Xiuwen pulled An Shishi straight to the bedroom.
As the door closed,
The spring scenery that happened next was a private affair, not for outsiders to know.