Chapter 1040 Worries

• "Darling, is something troubling you? Can you talk to Mom about it?"
• Since Mian Mian returned, she had maintained a cheerful facade, just like before. However, Mom Xu could sense that something was weighing on her mind. When she had free time, she would often retreat to her room and daydream. Sometimes, she wouldn't even notice when Mom Xu entered.
• Mom Xu walked in, holding a glass of milk, and placed it in Mian Mian's hands. She asked with concern, "Thank you, Mom! Is something bothering you?"