Extra Story: Yuheng by Xia, as Their Little One Comes into the World

Extra Story Title: A Little Summer Begins, With Yu Heng by Her Side Xia Yu made it through a smooth ten-month pregnancy and safely gave birth to a daughter, Yuan Xixia. Yuan Heng stayed by his wife and daughter every step of the way. Their daughter took her father's surname, Yuan, and her name brought together the sea's tides and her mother's name, Xia, holding their hopes of staying together day and night. Yuan Heng took care of every household chore, making nourishing meals each day to help Xia Yu recover. Whenever he had a moment, he sat by the cradle, soothing and playing with little Yuan Xixia. In his spare time, he took Xia Yu and their daughter to the shore to watch the tides and collect shells. He planted flowers and herbs outside their home and watched their little girl slowly grow. As they chatted with the neighbors, Yuan Heng and Xia Yu shared the meaning behind their daughter's name. The family of three made a peaceful home in a seaside cottage, together day and night, safe and happy year after year.