Wanting A Child

Jin Pingchuan animatedly spoke in the local dialect of Haicheng. Yao Qin was from Haicheng herself. She felt so comfortable that she couldn't stop smiling. Since her diagnosis, Su Jian had never seen her mother so happy.

"Nowadays, the world is way too fast-paced. The generation gap between the younger and older generations is just widening. It's really hard to find those who have the patience to chat with and make their elders happy. I believe those are truly responsible and caring individuals. Jin Pingchuan, I'm glad that you're willing to spend your time talking to me. You're much better than my son, Su Xingyuan. I'm also relieved that Su Jian is with you," Yao Qin said with a sigh. She clearly approved of Jin Pingchuan.

Su Jian also liked the way Jin Pingchuan was treating his elder.

Yao Qin asked, "So, you've already obtained your marriage certificate. When do you plan to have the wedding banquet? Have you discussed it?"

Yao Qin's hopeful gaze lingered on her. Su Jian didn't know what to say. The wedding banquet had not been part of her plan. Firstly, it was too expensive, and she still had to take care of Su Xingyuan in the future. Additionally, they didn't have many relatives to invite. A wedding banquet seemed unnecessary. Secondly, she didn't have the enthusiasm for it. It would only cause unnecessary trouble. She could not see any benefits from having a wedding banquet.

"Mom..." Jin Pingchuan wanted to say something.

"Mom." Su Jian spoke at the same time. Her voice was louder than Jin Pingchuan's. "I have discussed this with Jin Pingchuan. We won't be having a wedding banquet. Nowadays, it's trendy to travel and get married. We can save the money from the banquet and use it for a vacation instead. Money is hard to come these days, and we still need to buy a house and a car. We should spend our money wisely."

Jin Pingchuan's mouth twitched at that.

Yao Qin's smile faded slightly. She looked at Jin Pingchuan with a serious gaze. "Jin Pingchuan, do you think the same way?"

"Mom, I'll follow Su Jian's decision," Jin Pingchuan said helplessly. In reality, the moment his families finds out about their marriage registration, they would insist on having a grand wedding banquet. Of course, he couldn't say that now.

Yao Qin was silent for a moment before saying, "I won't comment on the matter any further. But I do have one request for you. This would be non-negotiable."

"Mom, please say it," Jin Pingchuan responded.

Yao Qin held Su Jian's hand and placed it next to Jin Pingchuan's. She looked at them with a serious expression. "You must have a child soon."

Su Jian was taken aback by Yao Qin's request. She was dumbfounded. Meanwhile, Jin Pingchuan hand which was placed on her back suddenly felt incredibly hot.

Su Jian looked up jerkily and met Jin Pingchuan's smile.

Yao Qin earnestly continued, "Children play an indispensable role in a marriage. They are the bond that strengthens the relationship between husband and wife. A marriage without children will easily fall apart. Jin Pingchuan, you're already thirty-two years old, right? Those who marry early would already have children in primary school. Su Jian, you're turning twenty-six today. If you delay any longer, you might face difficulties in conceiving. Having children at an older age comes with many drawbacks. Do take advantage of your youth, recover quickly, and have a child soon..."

Jin Pingchuan was unable to keep himself from smiling. He clasped Yao Qin's hand and replied, "Yes, Mom, you're right. We will definitely work hard to have a child as soon as possible."

Su Jian was frozen in stunned embarrassment. She could only glare at Jin Pingchuan and then look down at her shoes.

"Su Jian, what about you? What do you think?" Yao Qin looked at Su Jian.

"Mom..." Su Jian felt her face burning up. The topic of having a child felt so distant. Although it was a very tangible part of marriage, she was not ready for it to come up so soon.

"Oh, look at you getting shy when it comes to this topic." Yao Qin smiled and patted Su Jian's hand. Her tone was filled with motherly sentiment. "There's nothing to be ashamed of. You're already married to Jin Pingchuan. Didn't Jin Pingchuan mention that he has already rented a nearby house? Tonight, you can go home with him. You don't need to accompany me. He doesn't usually work here. It's not easy for him to come back on weekends. You two should spend more time together. If you're worried about me, call Su Xingyuan and ask him to keep me company."

Su Jian was stunned. She thought. "What? Go home with Jin Pingchuan tonight?" She glanced at Jin Pingchuan. It was a silent call for his help to defuse the situation.