Li Yuan grinned. "It's said boys change a lot when they turn eighteen, and they certainly learn how to talk. I'm a college student now, right, Mom?"
Xia Qin's expression faltered as she looked at Li Yuan deeply. My son has suddenly grown up. He's even bringing girls home. He must have reached that step… She stared intently at him and sighed with emotion. "Yuan, you've grown up and made something of yourself. Your dad and I can't really help you much now. I just hope you remember one thing: for generations, the Old Li family has always been honest and law-abiding. Your dad and I don't want you to go astray…"
Li Yuan's playful smile vanished. Meeting Empress Dowager Xia's worried gaze, he nodded solemnly. "Mom, I know."
Xia Qin gave him another meaningful look. "As long as you understand, I won't say more. Zhijin should be done with her bath, so go back to your room." After a pause, she added a pointed reminder, "Be safe tonight. You're only freshmen!"
