RMM -Chapter 142 The Awkward Commander

After leaving the hospital, Su Ruo excitedly called everyone she could, wanting to share her joy with each and every person.

Xi Yuechen sat quietly in the driver’s seat, not starting the car, just listening as Su Ruo called one person after another. His expression was soft, and the usual chill in his aura had noticeably softened.

After hanging up, Shen Liang felt a complex mix of emotions—happiness and a bit of disappointment.

She was happy because, in a clichéd way of saying it, the Xi family now had an heir, so there was no worry about their lineage.

She was disappointed because it wasn’t a daughter. How she wished for a granddaughter! The family was full of boys, which made her a little annoyed just looking at them.

Thinking this, she still hurried along, eager to report the good news to the old man.

Sure enough, when the old man heard it was a boy, his face immediately lit up with joy. “Haha, wonderful! Su Ruo is really something!”

He was cheerful, but after a moment, he sighed lightly. “Ah, it would have been nice if it were a girl too; our family lacks daughters.”

Shen Liang couldn’t help but roll her eyes secretly. The old man was clearly overjoyed, yet now he was sighing sentimentally. To put it bluntly, it was like getting a bonus and still pretending to be modest.

“Dad, don’t pretend—I know you’re happy.”

The old man wasn’t offended by Shen Liang’s bluntness. Smiling, he gave her a playful glare. “A grandson is essential, but I want a granddaughter too.”

“Now you can rest assured. With a son born, a daughter can come later. Besides, there’s Yuehui.”

Shen Liang understood the old man’s concern; of course, she knew the importance of the firstborn. A grandson is a grandson. With a son, there’s no worry about lineage, and future planning can proceed at leisure. After all, there’s still Yuehui—no need to overthink.

Hearing Shen Liang’s reassurance, the old man nodded in agreement, then smiled again. “Yuechen is really fortunate.”

Shen Liang smirked quietly. Of course—this marriage was arranged with her help. How could it go badly?

At the Xi family compound, Zhang Huaqing was even happier upon hearing the news. A grandson! Now Su Ruo had no pressure regarding heirs.

Although they weren’t worried about the daughter’s status in the Xi family, in a prestigious family, having a legitimate son or grandson brings only benefits.

Even if a daughter had two daughters, no one would complain about the lack of a son, but it was still a slight regret for the Xi family. Now that concern was gone, things would be easier.

He Wen’s group, upon hearing the news, collectively clicked their tongues in amazement. She was truly carrying the little prince! Su Ruo had now become a great contributor to the Xi family—so lucky!

After happily sharing the news with everyone she could, Su Ruo finally put down her phone.

“Huh,” she peeked out the car window curiously. “Why are we still at the hospital?”

Xi Yuechen turned to look at her just as she glanced his way. Their eyes met briefly.

Seeing Su Ruo’s lively, bright eyes, a faint smile crossed Xi Yuechen’s face. “Finished calling?”

Was she waiting for him to call too? Su Ruo found it a bit exasperating. If you want to make a call, you can drive yourself—I’m not disturbing you.

“Yes, all done. Good news should be shared, right?”

People often think one thing but say another; that was exactly Su Ruo at this moment, smiling warmly.

Avoiding eye contact with her, Xi Yuechen started the car. “Why so happy?”

Su Ruo tilted her head, feigning deep thought before saying with her dark, bright eyes, “Isn’t it worth being happy? A son is born; when we’re old, someone will take care of us.”

“Quirky,” Xi Yuechen thought. She always had odd little ideas, and now she was already thinking about old-age support.

How could Su Ruo tell him that her joy stemmed from having fulfilled a major responsibility—giving the Xi family a legitimate grandson, something worth celebrating across the land? If she said it, he would surely scowl and ignore her.

Indeed, reflecting on it, even Su Ruo felt her reasoning was overly utilitarian, like merely completing a duty. The commander would naturally be displeased hearing it.

In truth, she wasn’t having a child to check off a task—she genuinely wanted to bear Xi Yuechen’s children. But since she was already pregnant, achieving two goals at once would be ideal.

The Xi family absolutely needed a legitimate grandson. Her pregnancy now reassured many—a son’s benefits were clear.

As for a daughter, she definitely planned to have one eventually. After this child, she would try again, preferably a daughter. Two children, one of each—perfect!

This child had come suddenly, with no prior preparation, but the next child could be carefully planned.

Su Ruo felt a quiet sense of satisfaction, her face glowing with happiness, nearly bursting into song.

“Where to now?” Xi Yuechen asked as he slowly drove out of the hospital.

He didn’t immediately go home but asked where Su Ruo wanted to go. Since morning, she had been fussing over her clothes, and Shen Liang had reminded them not to rush home. Xi Yuechen understood—she clearly had a plan, and he was happy to follow her lead.

“Hmm,” Su Ruo rested her chin on her hand, thought for a moment, and said decisively, “Commander, shall we go to the mall? To look at things for the baby.”

Now that the gender was confirmed, there was nothing to worry about buying. Thinking that in three months her son would be born, she felt a strong desire to shop.

Although phrased as a suggestion, Su Ruo’s tone was assertive, practically daring him not to agree.

Xi Yuechen kept his eyes on the road, but from her tone, he could guess the expression on her little face. He chuckled faintly and nodded.

Unknowingly, his attitude toward Su Ruo had evolved—from initial special attention to feelings of affection, now to indulgent compliance. Whatever she requested, he rarely hesitated and simply agreed.

At the mall, Su Ruo originally intended to go straight to the children’s section. But passing the second floor, she paused, thought for a moment, and dragged Xi Yuechen with her.

The second floor was the men’s clothing section. She suddenly realized she hadn’t bought anything proper for the commander before, let alone clothes. She quickly blamed herself for being negligent, then pulled Xi Yuechen into the men’s section.

Since they were here, she decided to buy him a couple of outfits—he didn’t seem to have many clothes, mostly just his uniform.

Seeing Su Ruo excitedly browsing men’s clothes, Xi Yuechen immediately understood and frowned. “I have clothes.”

Without looking back, Su Ruo raised her voice: “I know—you have several sets of uniforms.”

Xi Yuechen had never shopped for himself. His uniforms were issued, and any casual clothes were bought by Shen Liang. That was enough—he rarely wore anything besides his uniform.

Just as he was about to refuse, Su Ruo exclaimed softly and dragged him into a store.

The clerk, noticing them, immediately greeted them with a perfect smile. “Hello! Are you looking for clothes for the gentleman?”

The clerk instantly recognized Xi Yuechen’s reluctance and Su Ruo’s enthusiasm, realizing that she held the decision-making power. Turning to her politely, they asked, “Yes? I’m looking for my husband’s clothes,” she replied with a smile, ignoring Xi Yuechen’s reluctance.

“Our store just received the newest winter collection. Please have a look.”

The clerk slightly bowed in a gesture of invitation.

Su Ruo smiled at the clerk and looked up at Xi Yuechen, who was much taller than her without her heels, so she had to tilt her head.

“Commander, let’s go have a look since we’re here.”

Indeed, they were here, and he couldn’t bear to dampen her excitement. He nodded in agreement.

Since entering the mall, Su Ruo had been holding Xi Yuechen’s arm closely, appearing particularly petite and affectionate.

The clerk watched them leave, sighing in admiration. Truly a handsome man and a beautiful woman—they looked perfect together. He was tall and handsome, his expression softened only when looking at her. The young woman seemed gentle and approachable, her delicate face always smiling, casually but elegantly dressed, and her pregnant belly didn’t diminish her beauty, only adding charm.

Their relationship looked strong, and the clerk, feeling a touch envious, was even more attentive.

Su Ruo quickly selected two outfits from a well-known brand, then wanted Xi Yuechen to try them on. But seeing his expression, she realized the commander hadn’t yet adapted to the mall, let alone shopping, which explained his awkward look.

She secretly laughed but maintained a serious face. “Commander, I think these two are nice. Would you try them on?”

Still worried he might refuse, she added, “Please, just try them?”

Of course, by now, he wouldn’t say no. Seeing her pout and speak in a playful, coquettish manner, his mood improved instantly. Any previous reluctance vanished, replaced by a softened expression.

Watching Xi Yuechen enter the fitting room silently with the clothes, Su Ruo smirked to herself. Awkward commander.

Noticing the clerk watching her smile, she quickly composed herself and said shyly, “My husband doesn’t enjoy shopping—sorry for the trouble.”

The clerk quickly replied, “Not at all. You two have such a wonderful relationship—it’s enviable.”

Su Ruo smiled, a sweetness rising in her heart, then turned to watch Xi Yuechen in the fitting room, waiting for him to come out.