Startled by my sudden cough, my mom quickly handed me the glass of water she had poured. "Oh dear, why are you coughing so badly? Are you catching a cold, my girl?" "I should have come earlier to take care of you. You and Xiao Han have no experience in caring for pregnant women." "Drink some water, lean your head over, let me check if you have a fever. It's just a cold, it's fine, but you mustn't have a fever." My mom scolded me while reaching out to touch my forehead, gently pushing aside the stray hairs. I drank some water and casually moved my mom's hand away. "Oh Mom, I'm not sick. I just choked on something. Besides, there are many people who can take care of me. Don't worry about catching a cold or having a fever. I haven't even sneezed in these past few months."My mom laughed at my words and playfully poked my forehead. "It's best to stay healthy and trouble-free. But besides not getting sick, I was asking you about something earlier, you and Xiao Han..." As soon as I heard my mom starting to bring up the topic again, I quickly interrupted her, feeling guilty. "Mom, there's nothing! Really, nothing! Just trust me." "Alright... By the way, have you called your dad? Let him know you're safe so he won't worry." By the way, I quickly changed the subject. Honestly, it was such a coincidence that I got into trouble with Dominic Hartnell just yesterday. I was feeling scared and didn't want my mom to keep talking about it. "No need to worry about that. As for my dad, I called him as soon as I got off the train. He's probably at the new house, checking on the renovations. I'll call him back in the afternoon." "He misses you too. If it weren't for his concerns about the house renovations, he would have come with me this time." "Okay, after I finish eating risotto for lunch, I'll call him." I readily agreed. I knew my dad must be thinking about me, especially with the sweet and sour fish he made. "Mom, are you planning to stay here for a few days? It's fine now that it's just my dad at home. He can take care of himself. But once Lou finishes his vacation and goes back, those two old men won't be able to manage, right?" I couldn't help but tease and laugh, "I'm afraid that after some time, when you go back, the house will turn into a dog's den." Although my dad can make risotto and his cooking skills are pretty good, he's not very good at other household chores. In the past, it was always my mom who took care of those trivial matters. As for Lou, he's even worse. When he was in school, the most he would do is wash his own clothes. Little did I know, my mom gave me a stern look and said, "What? I just arrived and you're already thinking of sending me away?" "My dad and I already discussed it before I came. I'll stay here with you until you give birth and finish your confinement." "Lou has your dad to take care of him, so you don't need to worry about them. Just take care of yourself." I was taken aback and couldn't believe it, so I asked in disbelief, "Huh? Is mom telling the truth? There are still two months left." "No, Mom, I really don't need you to fuss over me. Dominic Hartnell takes good care of me, and so does his mom. Our relationship is great now." "Mom, there are plenty of people who can take care of me. You should enjoy yourself for a few days or go back. My dad and Lou need you more, really!" I swear, I didn't want my mom to stay just because I didn't want her to tire herself out. But after I finished speaking, her whole face sank, clearly unhappy. I secretly wondered if my mom was going through menopause because her temper seemed to have gotten worse. With a gloomy face, my mom moved closer and sat down next to me. "Lili, tell Mom the truth. Is there something you don't want me to know?" "Are you and Xiao Han having problems again?" I looked at my mom in confusion, feeling completely lost. What is she talking about? Dominic Hartnell and I are doing great. Forget about arguing, he practically worships the ground I walk on. I looked at my mom, feeling both amused and frustrated, and said, "Mom, Dominic Hartnell and I are doing well. Don't overthink things. I don't want you to stay because I don't want you to tire yourself out. Don't jump to conclusions.""Then let me ask you something, and you better tell me the truth, okay?" My mom had a skeptical expression on her face and lowered her voice, trying to be secretive. To dispel her worries and concerns, I didn't even hesitate and readily agreed, "Sure, go ahead. I won't hide anything from you." Seeing me like this, my mom's expression improved slightly. "During this time, has Xiao Han been with you all the time?" I shook my head and replied, "No, he was on a business trip before, and he only came back last weekend. Why do you ask?" My mom continued to ask, "Then where did he go? Do you know? How did he tell you?" I looked at her with confusion and asked, "Mom, why are you asking this?" "Never mind, just answer my questions." I couldn't understand what she was up to, so I patiently explained how Dominic Hartnell went to Jadeborough to meet Lou. After hearing me out, my mom's face finally softened. She sighed thoughtfully, as if talking to herself, "In that case, I must have been mistaken. I knew Xiao Han couldn't be that kind of person." I was even more confused by her words and asked, "Mom, what do you mean by mistaken? Did you see Dominic Hartnell? Where?" My mom seemed lost in thought and reacted slowly. She smiled and waved her hand, saying, "Never mind, I must have been wrong. That person wasn't Xiao Han." Initially, I didn't think much of it, but now I became curious about what my mom said. I tilted my head and eagerly asked, "Mom, tell me, what did you see?" But now my mom seemed hesitant, looking like she didn't want to say.I nudged her arm and urged, "Come on, just tell me. We're just chatting to pass the time. You've already started, so you have to finish." My mom furrowed her brows, but eventually gave in and said, "I can tell you, but promise me you won't think too much about it. It's just that my eyesight isn't good, and I mistook someone for another person. Don't argue with Xiao Han because of this." "Don't worry, I have faith in him. I won't engage in a dispute with him," I reassured her casually. It was only at that moment that my mother elaborated on the events that had transpired.