Chapter 325: Chapter 0325: When We Have Children Chapter 325: Chapter 0325: When We Have Children Huo Tingxiao’s explanation did not completely reassure Mu Lan, mainly because Pei Zhao was too insidious; it was unpredictable what he might do.

“Actually, I was thinking, what exactly would it take to make Pei Zhao let go of his hatred completely? Could it be that the entanglement is destined to last a lifetime?”

“Business is like a battlefield; if it’s not Pei Zhao, there will be someone else.”

This remark truly struck a chord in Mu Lan’s heart.

Indeed, even without Pei Zhao, other adversaries would emerge.

“Yunzhan’s previous proposal, are you prepared to accept it?”

“What do you think…”

As their gazes met, neither of them continued speaking, but both knew what Yunzhan intended to do.

Mu Lan fell silent for a moment. Although Yunzhan was sometimes unreliable, he was still trustworthy in major matters.

However, this would likely drag him down with them.

“I’m just afraid if there were any issues… it would involve him.”

A twitch appeared at the corner of Huo Tingxiao’s eye; so this was what his little wife was concerned about.

“So, you’re worried Yunzhan might suffer a loss?”

Mu Lan shot Huo Tingxiao a sidelong glance.

“Your tone makes it sound as if I’m not on your side. I’m afraid of owing a debt of gratitude to someone and not being able to repay it. Plus, my brother is always ready to help, so…”

Huo Tingxiao flatly refused.

“If we used my brother-in-law’s resources, I would feel even more pressure.

Your brother has always had his reservations about me. I’m aware of the situation; don’t worry about it.”

Though he said this, she couldn’t help but worry. With dangers lurking ahead and behind, a single misstep by Huo Tingxiao could lead to catastrophic consequences. Facing such a grim situation, she couldn’t just stand by and do nothing while waiting for him to resolve everything.

“I would rather not worry, but how can I not worry?

Huo Tingxiao, this matter isn’t just about you, do you understand?”

Huo Tingxiao pulled Mu Lan into his arms with his voice softening a great deal.

“I know you care about me, and that’s why you’re thinking so much.

But you have to trust me too. TX has faced even tighter spots in the past, and I’ve shouldered them all.

This time will be no different. I am confident that I can get through this unscathed.

Moreover, Yunzhan has long been thinking about developing some ventures in Sea City. There has been a slight issue at the Yun Family, so he might shift his focus here to Sea City.”

Mu Lan scrutinized Huo Tingxiao’s expression carefully, afraid that he was just saying things to appease her.

“Really?”

“Absolutely true. I would never dare to lie to you. I hope Mrs. Huo has a discerning eye.”

Huo Tingxiao deliberately adopted a playful tone, causing Mu Lan to look at him with feigned annoyance.

“Talk properly, no need for those strange noises.”

“Anyway, everything is still within my plan.

The Sheng Family is busy enough dealing with their internal struggles for a while, and at the Huo Family…”

Huo Tingxiao thought of Huo Qidong taking over the Huo Family business and how things had somewhat deviated from his original expectations.

What surprised him even more was just how capable Huo Qidong’s tactics were. Truly, experience trumps youth, and snatching food from the jaws of a tiger was indeed risky.

“Huo Tingxiao, if you really don’t want to, we might as well give up. Don’t fight with those people. I fear that if they truly get desperate, they won’t let go of you. I’ve heard about powerful families fighting for fame and gain before, but I never knew it could be so terrifying.

Every time I think about what happened at the memorial hall, I can’t stop thinking about how those people would see you as a thorn in their side if you got involved in the struggle.

Rather than fighting and falling into trouble and danger, we might as well live our lives peacefully and stably.”

Mu Lan’s words were heartfelt.

She knew very well, however, that a person like Huo Tingxiao, accustomed to fighting, would never easily compromise.

It was not that he couldn’t let go of the Huo Family’s wealth, but rather, he couldn’t swallow his pride.

She understood everything.

But for Mu Lan, Huo Tingxiao’s safety was of utmost importance; she only wanted to live in peace and safety with her beloved.

“Do you really want to spend your lifetime with me?”

Looking at Mu Lan, the tenderness in Huo Tingxiao’s eyes was like melted honey, sweet and gentle.

“I’m being serious here, stop goofing around.”

“Alright, go on.”

He said so, but his hand was already mischievously holding hers, gently playing with her slender fingers, his gaze full of adoration.

“I know your personality, that you won’t give up easily, but I hope you understand something before making any decision, you have to think about your safety, you’re not alone anymore, you have a wife, a family, and in the future…

In the future, we may have children; do you realize how huge your responsibility is?”

When Mu Lan mentioned children, the core of Huo Tingxiao’s heart softened instantly.

His gaze was intense as he looked at her, his voice somewhat hoarse.

“Are you willing to have children for me?”

Mu Lan corrected him on this point.

“What do you mean ‘for me’? We are in love, a married couple, isn’t wanting the fruit of our love natural?

Seriously speaking, it should be for us, understand?”

Huo Tingxiao was still somewhat traditional in his masculinity, believing that a woman’s suffering through childbirth was for the sake of a man.

“You can think like that, but I can’t.”

Mu Lan felt he was both stubborn and impossible to reason with, but fortunately, he didn’t look down on her, so she didn’t persist in arguing.

“Alright, alright, in short, what I mean is… before you do anything, think about our family, okay?”

Huo Tingxiao held her tightly in his arms, feeling incomparable comfort in his heart. With a wife like this, what more could a husband ask for?

“I know, before I do anything, I will think of you, Mu Lan. You are the closest person to me in this world. Some people, even with blood relations, are like strangers.

So, I have never believed in the bond of blood.

Before, I thought that if even blood relations can’t be trusted, then there is nothing worthwhile in this world.

But now it’s different.”

Mu Lan felt somewhat reassured to hear him say this.

“Just remember the promise you made to me.”

“How are things going with your company’s lawsuit?”

“The likelihood of winning the case is very high; anyway, if the other side wants to drag it out, let them. Those behind the scenes thinking they can bring me down that easily are underestimating me,
The orders from the Double Eleven sale have skyrocketed, and the factory is working on the orders. Everything is proceeding smoothly.

If this event goes well, I’ll start the new season’s new products, set regular releases, and I want to try a co-branded edition.

Not clothes this time, but accessories like bags and such.”

Mu Lan had everything planned out clearly and precisely, so Huo Tingxiao was reassured.

“Take good care of Tang Xin; Yunzhan might not say it, but he really likes this sister.”

“Don’t worry, I like Tang Xin too. If she’s by my side, I will definitely treat her well.

Oh, right, there’s another thing I want to discuss with you.”

Huo Tingxiao softly caressed her fingers.

“Hmm, tell me.”