After the divorce, I trained my dog, and the scumbag father and son knelt down at my door.

Having taken in Xu Manyu's changing expressions, Yan Niannian knew that the groundwork had been laid.

She slowly reached out and tentatively took the other person's hand.

Touch it gently.

This time, Xu Manyu did not refuse.

Yan Niannian's voice is gentle and has a magical power to soothe people's hearts.

“Manyu, as the victim, you have never done anything wrong. The ones who are wrong are them, those bad people who bullied you.”

Xu Manyu's fingertips trembled slightly twice.

The movements were slight yet stiff.

But in Yan Niannian's view, it was a very good start.

At least, she started responding to him.

"First and foremost, you are yourself and should not be anyone's appendage."

"You, who have received a good education, should never be trapped in this remote mountain village and have your wonderful life ruined."

"Don't give up, don't give up even if there's only a sliver of hope."

"Fate should be in our own hands."

As she finished speaking, Yan Niannian tightened her grip on her small hand.

Xu Manyu was slightly taken aback.

Although my palms were empty, it felt as if I was holding onto something invisibly.

It felt like I had gained some strength within my body.

only……

Thinking of something, Xu Manyu glanced helplessly at Yan Niannian, "It's no use. There are mountains all over here, and the villagers are all vicious. You can't escape."

"There's no way to escape..."

Her soft murmur was tinged with pain.

Yan Niannian frowned and glanced at the scars on Xu Manyu's neck and arms, which were not covered by her clothes, and immediately understood.

It seems she had tried to escape quite a few times before, and had also been caught and beaten quite a few times.

Ah!

She is a stubborn and strong girl.

She must save her.

"Manyu, believe me, I will definitely get you out of this hellhole." Staring into her eyes, Yan Niannian said, each word deliberate and weighty.

"I……"

Their eyes met, and Xu Manyu's pupils dilated.

At this moment, she didn't doubt Yan Niannian's words at all.

Perhaps she really can help her escape this den of thieves.

Subconsciously biting her lip, Xu Manyu couldn't help but get excited.

Ever since she was abducted to this godforsaken place, every single minute, every single second, she has dreamed of escaping.

Now, hope is at hand.

But then, her baby suddenly moved.

Xu Manyu's body stiffened.

After hesitating for a moment, she slowly raised her hand and placed it on her lower abdomen.

There was no movement, but the glimmer of hope that had finally ignited in his eyes gradually faded away.

"I..." Xu Manyu lowered her head and sniffed sadly, "Thank you, but... I can't get out of here!"

Following her movements, Yan Niannian's gaze also fell on Xu Manyu's slightly protruding belly.

She frowned.

My heart sank.

This child, who shouldn't exist, has trapped Xu Manyu.

But is that really right?

Is this fair to Xu Manyu, or to this child in the future?

Is she or he willing?

Thinking of this, Yan Niannian hardened her heart, "The reason for having a baby is because the parents love each other, have the courage to hold hands for a lifetime, support each other, and face the storms of life in the future."

"The fruit of love, a continuation of happiness,"

"Manyu, do you think the baby in your belly carries such a beautiful meaning?"

"I……"

Xu Manyu's body trembled violently.

Her eyes were red and swollen, glistening with tears of humiliation.

She hated Zhang Shuo, and everyone here.

Without exception, they are all beasts!

But this shameful child had taken root in her body, and as the days went by, it still uncontrollably stirred up a sense of longing in her heart.

"He is evidence of rape, a symbol of humiliation."

Yan Niannian spoke each word clearly and deliberately, her cold voice showing no mercy.

"Manyu, have you ever thought about how this child will face his/her background and how he/she will cope after you give birth to him/her?"

"Your life is already ruined, do you want to ruin his life too?"

"Stop the loss immediately!"

"Sometimes, not having children is also a form of kindness."

Xu Manyu's breath hitched.

Not having children...is that also a form of kindness?

Yes!

As a self-respecting and self-reliant woman, this is a view she has always believed to be correct!

When did it start to change?

"Heh!" Xu Manyu gave a bitter laugh, slowly closing her eyes, her lips pressed tightly together.

It shouldn’t be!

This beautiful woman is right. Her wonderful life has been ruined by Zhang Shuo. She can't... she can't drag her future child into the abyss.

When Xu Manyu opened her eyes again, her gaze swept over the axe in Yan Niannian's hand and the scissors at her waist, and her eyes became firm.

"I know what to do."

"very good!"

Yan Niannian's smile deepened.

After finishing their conversation, Yan Niannian got up and saw Xu Manyu out.

only……

Surrounded by jackals, she could only escort her to the door, unable to step out of the yard.

Yan Niannian quietly watched Xu Manyu's departing figure.

The same gaunt figure, but the difference between when they arrived and when they left was striking; every step they took exuded determination.

Meanwhile, Yan Niannian learned something unexpectedly during her conversation with Xu Manyu.

That means Xiaojun wasn't accidentally abducted by human traffickers, but was sold by He Baoli.

It's truly heartbreaking.

"Hehe, look how well these two are talking!" He Baoli, who had been standing by and watching, crossed his arms and grinned twice.

I was eager to try it out.

It seems that it won't be long before he gets his wish and can "punish" Yan Niannian severely, making her kneel before him and beg for mercy.

Grandma Xiaojun also looked very proud.

She pursed her dry lips. "Needless to say, isn't my idea great!"

"Hmph! Once she accepts her fate, let's see how this old woman deals with her!"

Grandma Xiaojun spoke in a fierce tone.

As he spoke, he spat into his palm and rubbed it vigorously.

Gearing up!

Yan Niannian had caused her a lot of trouble before, and she had long held a grudge, just waiting for the day when she could get her revenge tenfold.

However, what the mother and son did not expect was that a "big gift" was about to await them!

Xiao Jun tilted his head slightly to look at the two of them.

She seemed to understand something, though she was still a little confused.

After thinking for a moment, he turned around and went to find Yan Niannian.

……

Yan Niannian frowned as she looked at Xiao Jun, who had suddenly appeared in front of her with his hands on his hips and his chin held high. "What is it?"

"Hey! Even though you made me angry before, I will still forgive you and let you be my mom."

"But I'm only giving you this one chance."

"So you'd better change your ways and find a different way to be nice to me."

When Yan Niannian saw that self-important little face, she could only find it amusing.

"Oh?" She raised an eyebrow, a half-smile playing on her lips. "Then tell me, how should I treat you to make you satisfied?"