Chapter 279
Ran Yan recalled someone saying that men are like children; they should not be spoiled too much. If you easily forgive them the first time they make a mistake, they will think that you do not mind such mistakes too much, and then they will increasingly cross the line. By the time you explode after accumulating too much frustration, they might even think you are being unreasonable and not as understanding as before. Therefore, from the beginning, you must make it clear that you are greatly displeased by such behavior, so they will be more cautious in the future.
Ran Yan found this very reasonable, and although she had already stopped being angry, she still kept a straight face and ignored him.
Along the way, Xiao Song coaxed Ran Yan with soft and gentle words. He explained the plan thoroughly and promised that once he returned, he would write a "record of offenses" and reform himself. Only then did Ran Yan forgive him.