Chapter 157

“I cannot believe you wanted us to travel to Qing of all places,” remarked Collins, a soon-to-be father.

“Why does it surprise you? You’re the one who is always rambling on about Qing this Qing that; it’s about the only thing you consistently talk about since we got married,” replied Anna who knew her husband was ecstatic to be here just as much as she were although for different reasons.

“Well, it is true but you must agree with me dear, the place has a certain allure to it,” winked Collins. He stopped for what had to be the ninth time to purchase something. Anna rolled her eyes, if she allowed Collin he would be here all day buying items that would only end up as junk in their little home.

“I should have listened to my father, men like you are no good,” said Anna shaking her head but even as she did so, she knew she would choose Collins over and again.

“But you love me, eh? Ah! Look at that sword, how it glistens!” said Collins moving towards the seller onl