Yang Ruqing smiled with eyes crinkling at the corners.

“I haven't even figured out these three kids yet, where would I have the energy to have more? I don't plan on that for now!” she said.

There are some things she didn't want to tell Xiaoqin and Ping'er, not just them, but even Sun Shi and Tuo Ba Xian either.

That is, the last time Tang's child came back, the two of them had a very serious discussion about having another child.

She has an indifferent attitude. If he wants more children, she'll have a whole litter.

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But Tang Ya Zi clearly stated that he didn't want her to give birth again.

At that time, Chen'er hadn't been found yet, but even so, Tang Yazi still held this attitude. Daughter Luobao was the same, a descendant, the continuation of bloodline.

He didn't want her to give birth because he just didn't want her to suffer.

Such a simple reason wouldn't even count as a reason in the eyes of other couples.

To say it out loud would be laughed at. I ask, which woman doesn't suffer from pregnancy to childbirth? Even emperors are born this way!

So, since the reasons considered unacceptable by others, Yang Ruqing didn't want to say much. Whether or not to have a child was a private matter between her and Tang Yazi.

"Giving birth doesn't have to be so complicated," Xiaoqin teased Yang Ruqing with a smile.

“Look around, everyone here has gotten married. They’ve pulled the covers together and slept in the same bed, and then they just lay eggs like chickens – one after another!” Xia Qin continued.

Yang Ruqing just smiled.

Ping'er blushed and lightly pinched Xiaqin's arm: "Old hen, you should be more tactful when speaking. Pregnant women are different; they speak without any reservation."

Xiaqin didn't blush at all, and she smiled while sitting there.

Indeed, before meeting Big Grindstone, she was a widow.

When I'm in front of people, I feel inferior and always think I'm less than them.

Her mother-in-law mistreated her, and her father-in-law oppressed her; she had no courage to stand up for herself.

Now, she is being pampered and cherished in the hands of a wealthy man. The two daughters are obedient and became pregnant at once.

When she walked through the village, people saw her belly and were envious. Some even privately asked her for tips on how to conceive twins...

Xiaoqin has regained her confidence. Her cheerful personality from before is back again.

"That's just how it is," Xiaqin continued, "My mother-in-law used to scold me for not giving birth to a son, calling me a hen who only eats grain and lays no eggs."

Yang Ruqing said, "I'm familiar with this curse. When I was a kid, the old Yang family hadn't split up yet. I heard my grandmother point at my aunt and scold her every day with these very words."

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After laughing for a while, Xiao Qin sighed: "Qing'er and Tang Ya'zi can understand not having children now. Chen'er has only just returned after seven years away. You should cherish that child."

"Besides, your son Tang has been leading troops outside all these years. You worry about him and have to take care of the young and old at home. It's true that you wouldn't have enough energy to raise another child." she said.

Yang Ruqing nodded, "Um-hmm, all I think about now is raising my three children well. As long as they grow up safe and sound,"

“I have two sons and a daughter with my wife. I'm content, as we have both boys and girls.”

"My parents only had three of us siblings, I think that's pretty good. Having too many isn't necessarily a good thing either."

As darkness fell, Yang Ruqing and Ping'er rose to take their leave.

“When Dagmo is not home, you three better lock your doors and windows tight at night. Be smart about it. If anything happens, shout across the street – we can hear you from over here.”

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As she was leaving, Yang Ruqing reminded him.

Xiaoqin smiled and thanked them. From the kitchen, the elder and younger sisters came over carrying a puppy who was two or three months old.

"Mother, Wang Cai is hungry and wants to have dinner." Er Ya called out from there.

Xiaoqin responded with a nod towards that direction, then turned to Yang Ruqing and said: "This was brought back by your big brother Mo before he returned to Sishan'ao from outside. He said he wanted to raise a dog to guard the house."

“This little puppy was lying in the yard at night. When there was a little movement outside, it would bark a few times. That’s good, Qing'er, you don’t have to worry about us.” said Xiaqin.

Yang Ruqing also glanced at the little puppy that was being ravaged by the second daughter, its face contorted in pain. It was a gray-haired Chinese rural dog.

In local dialect, it's called "Tu Dog," a loyal watchdog dedicated to protecting homes and yards.

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“Living on this busy street, having a dog at home is actually a good idea. It can guard the house and add some liveliness. Most importantly, it gives the children a playmate.” Yang Ruqing said.

“When your big brother Damiao gets back, I'll have him get a little puppy for you. You can give it to the kids to play with!” Xiaqin said.

"You don't have to go through so much trouble. Just keep an eye out in the village and see whose mother dog is about to give birth. Just bring one back," Yang Ruqing said with a smile.

Xiaqin said, "This is simple. I'll take care of it. Anyway, I'm bored and have nothing to do now. I guarantee I'll find the puppies for Chen'er and the others."

Yang Ruqing and Xiaoqin were talking about the puppies, while Ping'er stood quietly listening.

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He thought to himself that he should also get a small dog for Huahua when he returned. This child, while studying at school, at least had a companion.

But after school, she would sew and embroider while she did her homework. When she finished, she would play by herself.

Sometimes, doing needlework with her can be quite lonely.

If she had a dog to keep her company, Hua Hua would definitely be very happy.

“Xia Qin, could you please get me two as well? Male or female doesn't matter. I want some puppies that are weaned already. Just ones that can be raised.” Ping’er also said.

Xia Qin nodded readily, "No problem... hey, wouldn't getting one for Huahua be enough? Getting two is too much, right?"

Without waiting for Pinger's reply, Yang Ruoqing elbowed Xiaoqin and winked. "Why so many questions? Just get two for you!"

Xiao Qin understood instantly.

Ping'er, you should also get a one for Bingbing from Zhou Shengchen's family too.

"Oh, I'm sorry for being nosy. I won't ask anymore." Xiaqin quickly changed the subject and smiled.

“Ping’er, rest assured, I’ll take care of this.” She added.

Ping'er nodded somewhat shyly.

After sending Yang Ruqing and Ping'er out of the courtyard, Xiaoqin turned around to close the courtyard gate and took the two maidservants to the kitchen to cook.

The three of them laughed non-stop, and a warm light seeped out from the kitchen, thick with the smell of cooking. The dark cloud that had hung over the three of them ever since Daping's untimely death had long since dissipated.

Those who have passed are gone, but the living must continue to live better and more courageously.

Life is like this, endlessly thriving. Treating yourself well is the right way to go.

"Ping'er, you did a good job. You really put your heart into it."

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On the way home, Yang Ruqing and Ping'er walked together.

Ping'er was startled and didn't quite understand what Yang Ruohua meant at first.

Seeing Yang Ruqing's eyes, Ping’er understood.

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