Addiction sets in at night; even the abstinent older man has fallen for it.

Xiao Hailan sniffed, holding back her tears.

If you cry at this time, people will only think it's fake.

Only at that moment did she truly understand a mother's feelings for her child.

The feelings that last for ten months of pregnancy.

As a woman herself, Mu Tiantian felt a little sorry to see Uncle Zhong angrily confronting Fu's mother like that, but when she remembered what Fu's mother had told her in the car about her indifference towards Fu Zhengting, she became very angry.

The saying "belated affection is cheaper than grass" also applies to family relationships.

But now is not the time to dwell on this issue.

She replied, "Let's go in quickly."

Xiao Hailan recognized Mu Tiantian's voice and glanced at her.

It turns out my son likes this sweet type of girl.

She looks like a good match for her son.

I wonder if my son has changed much in appearance, since I haven't seen him for more than five years.

Her eyes started to sting again, so she quickly picked up her suitcase and followed Uncle Zhong.

Huo Qijun had to support Mu Tiantian and take care of Xiao Linglong, so he couldn't even help Xiao Hailan with her suitcase.

Mu Tiantian wanted to walk by herself, but she could barely walk with a limp. She wanted Huo Qijun to help Fu's mother with her suitcase. Huo Qijun wanted to help both sides and was caught in a dilemma.

Xiao Hailan declined Mu Tiantian's offer, saying, "I can manage on my own."

Just a heads up when crossing the bumps, the suitcase isn't very big.

Mu Tiantian's actions warmed her heart.

It's clear that this girl, like her son, is a kind person.

Seeing that the suitcase wasn't big, Mu Tiantian let Fu's mother pull it herself.

Uncle Zhong, who was walking ahead, paused awkwardly.

He has always been a soft-hearted person, and even though he dislikes Xiao Hailan, he feels a little reluctant to do so at this moment.

But Xiao Hailan had gone too far. He couldn't forgive her when he thought about the things she had done to Ashen in the past.

He steeled himself and quickened his pace to go inside.

Xiao Hailan followed, carrying her suitcase.

Huo Qijun supported Mu Tiantian, while Mu Tiantian held Xiao Linglong's hand on the other side.

Once inside the elevator, there was no one else around, and the atmosphere in the cramped space was quite subtle.

Uncle Zhong remained cold and refused to look at Xiao Hailan.

Mu Tiantian thought Uncle Zhong looked very cute.

It's clear that Uncle Zhong is a man of strong emotions; if he doesn't like something, he simply doesn't like it and can't pretend otherwise.

Uncle Chung has been by Fu Zhengting's side for many years and can empathize with him even more.

Although she resented Fu's mother, she was mostly curious and puzzled.

Madam Fu must have had her own reasons.

She had to find out the truth.

While I was thinking, the elevator stopped.

Uncle Zhong went out first.

He went into the doctor's office and explained the situation to the attending physician.

They only brought people over after receiving permission.

Xiao Hailan stood outside the intensive care unit, her heart pounding wildly.

Uncle Zhong awkwardly took Xiao Hailan's suitcase and said irritably, "Go inside."

Xiao Hailan took a deep breath, pushed open the door, and went inside.

It was so quiet inside that the only sound was from the ventilator.

She stared at the wavy lines above, terrified that her son would suddenly jump and then stop breathing.

She didn't want to think the worst.

We need to be optimistic and think positively.

She pulled up a chair, sat down on the edge of the bed, and stared at Fu Zhengting on the bed.

He was wrapped up so tightly that I couldn't see any changes in my son's appearance.

The brain is the most vulnerable part of the human body; it's hard to imagine how much pain my son endured.

For the first time, she experienced the feeling of heartache and pain for her son as a mother.

When her son was little, he fell down and hit his forehead, bleeding all over half his face. He lay on the ground crying, looking at her pitifully, but she just watched without moving.

He had a fiery temper when he was young, and at that time his conflict with Fu Zhenlong was in the process of erupting.

Her son became her punching bag.

"son……"

She choked out the words, her throat feeling blocked and uncomfortable.

This is the first time I've called him "son".

This signifies that she wants to let go of those grudges and emotions and face her son with a completely new mindset.

"Son, Mom has come to see you!"

She grabbed Fu Zhengting's hand and placed it on her face, her tears falling in a stream onto his hand.

A mother who was once cold-hearted has finally realized her cruelty.

As those past scenes flashed through her mind, she realized just how cold-blooded she had been.

"Ah Shen, Mom is so sorry, so sorry..."

She choked back tears, overcome with emotion, and the tears flowed even more freely.

"Mom shouldn't have taken out her resentment towards your father on you. Mom was so wrong."

"Ah Shen, Mom is so sorry, Mom was wrong, Mom is a sinner!"

Xiao Hailan repeated the words "I'm sorry" over and over again.

At this moment, language is powerless.

"Ah Shen, you once asked your mother whether the name Hong Shen or Zheng Ting sounded better. I think Zheng Ting sounds more domineering and cold, which doesn't quite match your warm and gentle personality. Hong Shen is more fitting, as it sounds grand and affectionate. You are a broad-minded person who is very affectionate in relationships. I also really like the name Hong Shen!" Xiao Hailan recalled the situation at the time and gave this belated answer.

Although she didn't know her son's love story, she knew that he was a devoted and affectionate person in relationships.

People who don't fall in love easily will take the relationship very seriously once they do.

That's just her personality, so she understands.

Her son inherited many of her good qualities, and he also inherited the good qualities of Fu Zhenlong.

Fortunately, his son did not inherit Fu Zhenlong's shortcomings.

Fu Zhenlong's character is terrible, whether as a brother, a husband, or a father.

It's truly fortunate that my son didn't inherit Fu Zhenlong's bad genes.

She should cherish this son.

Why was she so confused?

She regretted it so much she wanted to strangle herself.

Driven by overwhelming self-blame, she raised her hand and slapped herself hard across the face.

He was punishing himself for the cold and hurtful things he had said to his son.

Words spoken are like water spilled; harsh words can wound like a cold wind in June. Wounding words are more painful than physical violence.

Physical wounds can heal, but once the heart is wounded, a barrier remains, and it can never be truly healed.

Just like her first love's indifference towards her, she still can't get over it and still feels that her love back then was like feeding a dog.

Her ears were ringing with pain, but it couldn't compare to the pain in her son's heart. She slapped her other cheek.

Even though her son can't see it, and may never see it again, she still hits herself.

Not all parents love their children.

She was one of them.

What parent doesn't love their child?

That was the one whose heart beat with mine.

She silently questioned herself, repeatedly slapping herself in the face in an attempt to lessen the guilt in her heart.

Even through the door, Mu Tiantian could hear the crisp sound of a slap.

Just hearing about it makes me feel pain!

Feeling reluctant to do it, she wanted to rush in and stop Fu's mother from harming herself, but Uncle Zhong held her back.