Ten Thousand Soul Banner: Deceased, do you have any unfulfilled wishes?

"Mr. Shen, didn't Miss Ruan and Miss Jiang come back with you? Are you going to prepare their dinner tonight?"

Mao Sanmei walked up to Shen Siyuan and asked in sign language.

"They'll be back shortly." Shen Siyuan replied.

The reason Shen Siyuan didn't come back with Ruan Hongzhuang and the others today

was that after work, the two of them went to the hair salon together.

Shen Siyuan didn't tag along and returned alone.

Mao Sanmei nodded and went to prepare dinner.

At this time, Duoduo, who was playing with building blocks in the living room, suddenly ran over.

She asked curiously, "Did Sister Ruan and Sister Taozi not want you anymore?"

"How did you come up with the idea that they don't want me anymore?" Shen Siyuan found it both funny and exasperating.

"They didn't come back with you today."

"That's because they had things to do. Don't think too much." Shen Siyuan reached out to pinch her small cheek.

But obviously, Duoduo didn't take it to heart and continued to ask, "Are you going to get a divorce?"

"Divorce?"

Shen Siyuan found it amusing; they hadn't even gotten married yet, so how could they divorce?

But he was more curious about why Duoduo would ask such a question.

"Where did you learn about divorce? Why are you suddenly asking this?"

"Bo Bo is getting a divorce, and mom is very sad. She says Bo Bo is a useless grown child. Are you like that too?"

Shen Siyuan: ...

"Why is your brother getting a divorce?" Shen Siyuan asked curiously.

"I heard from dad that he had a fight with his wife," Duoduo said.

"The fight was really serious. I wanted to ask if they physically fought, but Bo Bo hasn't come back yet. Mom said he's very busy with work and has a lot on his plate, sigh..."

Duoduo sighed helplessly, shaking her head, and her little expression amused Shen Siyuan.

However, when Duoduo brought this up, it reminded Shen Siyuan of how Lin Jianming had previously mentioned that Lin Libo wanted to meet him,

but at that time, Shen Siyuan was practicing away, and nothing came of it. Could it be related to this issue?

Thoughts raced in Shen Siyuan's mind, and he quickly figured out the general problem.

He and Lin Libo hardly had any close relationship; he proactively sought him out merely for the [Leg Stretching Eye Bulging Pill].

Could the family conflict arise because of the [Leg Stretching Eye Bulging Pill]?

Thinking this way, it wasn't entirely impossible.

Although the [Leg Stretching Eye Bulging Pill] is not a rare item for him, as long as there are forests,

he can collect Wood Qi anytime and effortlessly make countless pills.

But even so, he can't just give them away carelessly to just anyone.

Though the items are not precious for him, outside, they can be exchanged for immense wealth.

From ancient times to the present, countless nobles, affluent families,

and aristocrats have been in pursuit of eternal youth and immortality.

While the [Leg Stretching Eye Bulging Pill] cannot make one immortal,

it can restore youth, which is already an extraordinary feat.

If this spreads out, countless wealthy people would wave their money around just to obtain one.

And now, Lin Libo most likely wants another one.

However, not knowing how to ask, feeling it's either inconvenient to ask,

or thinking he can't offer an equivalent price, he worries it might backfire and offend Shen Siyuan.

Thinking of this, Shen Siyuan said to Duoduo, "Go home and tell your parents to come over for dinner tonight. I have something to discuss with them."

"Discuss what? Divorce?" Duoduo asked curiously.

"Don't talk nonsense." Shen Siyuan, somewhat annoyed, patted her bottom.

"I thought you were like Bo Bo. Bo Bo called to talk to mom and dad about divorce. He doesn't even talk to me; I'm really mad. I won't pay attention to him anymore, hmm~ "

The little creature said with a huff, even stamping her foot in anger.

"Alright, calm down later. First, go inform your mom and dad."

"Okay."

After speaking, Duoduo transformed into a gust of Yin Wind and went next door through the balcony.

Mao Sanmei, who was cooking in the kitchen, blinked but didn't seem surprised and continued her work.

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These past few days, Lin Jianming and Song Qingwei have been troubled by their son's marital strife and impending divorce.

They were hesitating whether to take a trip back to Xiajing.

But going back to Xiajing to see the daughter-in-law would just complicate things further.

Honestly, they weren't too bothered by their son's divorce; divorces have become so common these days, it's nothing unusual.

But their concern is for their grandson. A divorce would certainly be hard on the child.

So, if they can avoid it, it's best not to separate.

Shen Siyuan just returned from his retreat; they initially planned to wait a few more days before asking Shen Siyuan if they could get a [Leg Stretching Eye Bulging Pill].

But before they could ask, the couple already started the divorce process.

Of course, part of the reason is that Lin Jianming has been hesitating to ask.

If it really is just about goodwill, he would shamelessly ask Shen Siyuan for another one.

As for whether Shen Siyuan agrees, how would they know without trying? It's not like they would lose anything.

But the current situation is, Duoduo is always around Shen Siyuan.

If Shen Siyuan perceives them as greedy and is put off by this request, it would ultimately be counterproductive.

On one side is their daughter, on the other, their daughter-in-law.

Weighing it up, their daughter's future weighs heavier, and they can't gamble with it.

That's why they haven't asked yet.

Even amidst the divorce drama, they're still undecided.

All this was observed by Duoduo, which led to today's conversation with Shen Siyuan.

"What are you having for dinner?" Song Qingwei asked Lin Jianming.

"Sigh, I have no appetite. Don't trouble yourself; just whip up something simple," Lin Jianming replied, waving his hand, his face filled with worry.

"You know... if Li Bo does end up divorcing, we can bring Taotao here, and he can be company for Duoduo," Song Qingwei proposed.

"That's a good idea. But will the daughter-in-law let Li Bo have Taotao? What if she fights for custody? Usually, the court awards the child to the mother."

"Moreover, Jiayan isn't incapable of raising a child, which increases the chance of the court granting her custody."

Hearing Lin Jianming say this, Song Qingwei also started to worry.

"What do you suggest, then? How about reaching out to Xiao Shen..."

"Let me think a bit more," Lin Jianming replied.

"We wouldn't be asking for free; we... we could pay him," Song Qingwei suggested.

"With Miss Ruan around, do you think Xiao Shen would lack money? Besides, given how precious this item is, how much money do you think is appropriate?"

Song Qingwei fell silent at that suggestion.

"Hi hi, I'm back!"

Just then, Duoduo appeared in the living room.

She looked at the two curiously and asked, "Are you whispering secrets? I want to hear too, hurry up and tell me."

"We weren't whispering anything."

"Hmph, I clearly heard you talking about Bo Bo," Duoduo said.