"I know," Di Xiaxia nodded, her spirits instantly deflated, "that's why I'm struggling."
"There's nothing to struggle with, you definitely can't participate. When it's your turn to compete tomorrow, just announce your withdrawal. You're pregnant, everyone will understand," Di Mingzhe said seriously.
"I know," Di Xiaxia's lips puckered, and she looked especially teary-eyed, "but I..."
"There are no 'buts,'" Di Mingzhe interrupted her, looking directly into her eyes with serious and straightforward earnestness, and asked, "Do you love me or not?"
"I do," Di Xiaxia nodded without hesitation, "I love you."
Di Mingzhe felt immensely relieved and kissed her forehead gently. "Xiaxia, I love you too, very much, for a long time. Loving you, building a family with you, having children with you—it's the biggest dream of my life, the most beautiful one.
