LIGHTNOVELONLINE
Chapter 110
The year Shang Xi saw the shooting star, she was in her second year of high school.
On a tranquil night, she gazed at the shooting star streaking across the sky overhead and made two wishes.
First, to be admitted to Qing University after the college entrance exam.
Second, after graduating and earning money, to take her Grandmother out for delicious food and travel with her.
Only the first wish came true.
And that wish that had been realized was long cast aside by her.
After her Grandmother passed away, everything lost its meaning.
When she discovered she was pregnant, making money became her sole focus. Over the years, she busied herself, drifting far away from the university.
Those of her age had already graduated and found jobs.
Return to the university? She had never thought of that. She had given up on it long ago.
"Baby Shang's life won't be affected, I'll handle drop-offs and pick-ups. You can hire a shop manager for your flower store."
Shang Xi pursed her lips, listening to Gu Wen's casual words.
If that's the case...
Wouldn't she have to live with him at least until graduation?
She would soon leave Nanfeng Courtyard.
She... had already started the countdown.
"No need." Shang Xi's expression was calm. "Thank you for your kindness."
She looked up at him, her tone indifferent. "Good night, Mr. Gu. I need to rest as well."
Gu Wen stared at the woman who had suddenly become prickly, as if provoked. His brow furrowed slightly, but in the end, he decided to drop the subject.
"There will be a family gathering at the old house tomorrow. They all hope you and the baby can attend."
Shang Xi didn't give it much thought and agreed.
"It's a good opportunity for Baby Shang to get acquainted with his family."
So...
The next day.
Shang Xi dressed Baby Shang in a cute, comfortable outfit, combed his short black hair, flattening the flyaway strands, and cleaned his little face. Considering werewolves' dislike for strong scents, she didn't apply any fragrances to her son.
Except for that stubborn cowlick, which she gave up on.
No matter how much she pressed it down, it bounced right back up. Oh well, let it be.
As for herself, she wore a white form-fitting long dress, with light makeup.
She prepared a few small gifts, nothing expensive, as she owned a flower shop and enjoyed crafting flower-related items.
When she had time, she would make dried flower specimens, preserving their beauty in palm-sized frames.
"This is a red rose, for your aunt."
"A sunflower, for your uncle."
"This is a red maple leaf, isn't it beautiful? For your grandfather."
"A red carnation, for your grandmother."
She helped her son tie beautiful bows on the gift packages.
Seeing the bag in Shang Xi's hand, Gu Wen asked, "What's that?"
Baby Shang lifted his chin. "Gifts for Grandma and the others."
"Gifts?"
Shang Xi said, "Just some flower specimens I made before, nothing much."
Gu Wen's thin lips pursed. Shang Xi had made them herself, and he wanted one too.
But it seemed Shang Xi had no intention of giving him one.
His family, who had just come down from the snowy mountains, would receive gifts from Shang Xi.
After three seconds of hesitation, he spoke up, his deep voice filled with seriousness. "What about mine?"
The man's chiseled features looked at her intently. "Shang Xi, I want one too."
"Uh..."
It wasn't anything valuable, she had more at home.
She said, "I'll give you one when I get back."
Gu Wen said, "Now, I want to be the first to receive your gift."
"..."
Was that necessary?
Was this man being a bit childish?
It was just a plant specimen.
She turned and went back to her room, randomly picking one up.
A tulip.
As she handed it to Gu Wen, she suddenly recalled the meaning of tulips. Wasn't it... eternal love?
But wait, did Gu Wen understand these meanings? Surely he wouldn't read too much into it?
It was too late to take it back, that would seem deliberate.
Seeing the tall man's curled lips, she closed her mouth. A werewolf, what would he know about flower meanings?