1984 Disillusionment

"What business is it of yours?" Shen Luo'an glared at him disapprovingly.

Shen Zhilie's suspicions seemed to have been confirmed. He snapped, "You're a heartless animal!"

Shen Luo'an didn't bother retorting and proceeded to change the baby's diaper.

Shen Zhilie turned around and left the room, feeling exasperated.

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Shen Zhilie and Ye Qianqian had received their marriage certificate. Ye Qianqian couldn't wait to show it off to her friends.

By the evening, she had gotten a lot of praise, which lifted her mood.

"Look, so many people have given us their blessings," Ye Qianqian said as she sat on the bed in a nightdress. "Lots of people have asked me when we are going to get married. How should I reply to them?" she queried.

"Just tell it as it is."

Shen Zhilie took off his shoes and climbed into the bed. "It's really cold," he remarked.

"Not at all," Ye Qianqian responded. She glanced at him. "Are you feeling weak?"