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Mu Chen was speechless, looking at Gu Babao while inwardly lamenting. Was there no woman in the world more like a log than you It's truly tragic that he had poor vision as a child.

His inner world raged as he decided to go back and reform his three sons' perspectives on women, starting from childhood.

Gu Babao belatedly realized she might have ruined the atmosphere, so she lowered her head to drink her milk tea and suddenly said, "I suddenly want to eat a hot dog."

Mu Chen: "You didn't finish your dinner"

"I'm full, but drinking milk tea while eating a hot dog feels better," Gu Babao replied, blinking her eyes at Mu Chen. Mu Chen looked at her figure and smiled, asking, "Have you always had such an appetite"

Gu Babao nodded, saying, "Why don't I gain weight then"

With a light tone, Gu Babao said, "A few years ago, I got sick with appendicitis and had my appendix removed. Apparently, women who have their appendixes removed won't get fat."

"You underwent an appendectomy" Mu Chen asked worriedly, his heart aching, "Did something happen"

Gu Babao said indifferently, "Yes, I underwent some hardships a few years ago. Not long after giving birth to them, I had no savings and sold everything my mother left me. When Sensen was born, he required numerous medical procedures, and my sister was incarcerated for her mistakes that year. With nowhere else to turn, I gathered the medical expenses on my own. Through a dancer’s introduction, I worked as a piano player at a nightclub. On one occasion, someone mistook me for an escort and tried to take me along; although I initially refused, the customer generously tipped me 10,000 francs, which could cover Sensen's medical expenses for several months. Since I had just given birth and my body wasn’t fully recuperated, drinking too much led to acute appendicitis."

Mò Chen’s expression darkened as he looked at Gu Babao with a heavy heart. The research files didn't mention this part; he was unaware that Gu Babao only began her rise to fame three years ago and quickly became an international fashion designer. In those first three years after leaving home, she must have endured immense hardship. The file's description was far from comprehensive—it captured less than one percent of the truth.

A profound sense of helplessness welled up within him. Gu Babao spoke in a matter-of-fact tone and smiled at Mò Chen as she said, "I only mentioned this to be honest with you; I once did many lowly jobs for my children’s sake. I don’t feel ashamed about my past or hesitate to share it. I would have done anything to raise them. Having grown up in the royal family since childhood, my parents instilled in me a sense of social hierarchy from an early age—even though I didn't care much about such distinctions, I wasn't sure if you did. Your background is very prominent; one can tell by your lifestyle. I have no ulterior motives, just want to make sure you understand: If you’re serious about pursuing me, think carefully. I’m far from perfect as you imagine—I believe it’s better for me to tell you these things myself."

"You silly girl, what are you saying" Mò Chen couldn’t help but hold her close, "If not for my sake, your life would have been perfect; it was because of me that you had those three dark years."

If circumstances allowed, he wished she and the children could have lived in a castle during those three years while he served them as their caretaker.

Reality, however, is harsh. Fortunately, fate gave him another chance.

He still had an opportunity to make amends.

Gu Babao tilted her head and retorted to Mò Chen, "I think that was the most perfect life you could have given me."

The three babies were the greatest surprise and treasure she ever received—more important than anything else, even more precious than her own life.

The two of them turned down a street to buy hot dogs. Mo Chen bought her one, but she wanted two. Mo Chen thought silently that her appetite was impressive and genuine; he liked Gu Babao's authenticity. He had interacted with many women before, and each time they ate together, their appetites were as small as rice grains—just a little bit would satisfy them. But he preferred someone like Gu Babao who didn't mind being herself.

"Milk tea again, hot dogs now; eating too much at night isn’t good," Mo Chen said with concern on his face. "If you’re hungry in the future, I’ll prepare some light snacks for you that are both tasty and sleep-inducing."

"Aren't you going to eat" Gu Babao offered him the one she hadn’t bitten into. Mo Chen hesitated before taking it, thinking he should help her offset some calories; he really feared she might not be able to sleep at night. Gu Babao had intended to buy one for him too originally; it was more fun eating together. "You’re good at cooking, I’ve seen you prepare meals."

"When did you see me"

"When you ate my chocolate and got a stomachache that required emergency care. I felt extremely guilty and secretly followed you from across the street, watching you busy in the kitchen," Gu Babao said apologetically. "Mo Chen, I’ve always wanted to apologize for making you stay in the hospital for three days."

"So that unfortunate time was your doing," Mo Chen recalled this incident with a laugh; his memory of being hospitalized had faded. "I remember you gave me chocolate on Valentine’s Day."

Gu Babao blushed and scratched her head sheepishly, “When I saw so many female classmates giving you chocolates, I decided to give you one too—I didn’t know my piece was expired.”

"Lucky me! If it had been any of those classmates out of spite, I’d have really suffered—died without even realizing it," Mo Chen joked. "But this was your first time giving a guy chocolate on Valentine’s Day, wasn't it"

Gu Babao nodded. Mo Chen's male pride was greatly satisfied; although the little girl had only admired him six years ago, she did give him chocolates on Valentine’s Day. At least her admiration translated into action.

Sigh, worthy of praise.

He intends to buy a box of chocolates and give her one piece every day.

"Hey, did you have any lingering effects after that illness"

Mu Chen, clearly not on the same wavelength as her, teased Gu Babao with a smile, "I remember there was an entire box of chocolates. But I happened to open yours. Does this mean we were destined in some way

Gu Babao said, “Mu Chen, I think you really make girls happy because you noticed that my chocolate brand is the best and rarest among all the chocolates in the box. That's why you chose mine. This has nothing to do with destiny.

Mu Chen was hit right at his heart; he couldn't help but cover his forehead, looking at Gu Babao in exasperation and amusement. "Gu Babao, can’t you occasionally indulge me in a romantic moment"

Gu Babao smiled like a flower basking in the sun: “This kind of indulgence is too much to ask for.

"Don't women love hearing romantic nonsense You're an artist; shouldn't you understand romance better than others

With seriousness, Gu Babao replied, "I haven't experienced it myself."nale 952 (Bonus Chapter)Xu Nuo and Ye Ningyuan were very familiar with Ye Tianyu's cold temperament; he had a dark side that was easily overlooked. Xu Nuo tried to provoke Ye Tianyu by using Wen Jing’...