Pretend Not to See Him

Rumor had it that Wang Yizhi's plump wife had been counseled by an expert, who conveyed the notion that indulging in food was a form of blessing, and conversely, shedding pounds constituted a similar form of blessedness.

If she had doubts about her ability to bear children, she was content with that outcome. She believed that with her family's wealth, she could simply procure an already-made son; there was no need to endure the hardships of childbirth. After all, delivering a child was a daunting task, and if not handled correctly, it could lead to a visit to the Gates of Death.

Qin Zhenzhen had only received two installments of money from her, and since the woman had declined further treatment, Qin Zhenzhen had no intention of coercing her.