They never had any children, neither from birth nor adoption. The author really proved that continuing a family linege doesn't come from giving birth, and reinforced the fact that the ML is NOT a reproduction machine just because he's an omega. It's also repeatedly mentioned in the extras that MC loves ML for who he is, unlike his brother who've only got eyes on him after getting a harem to give birth. It's so refreshing to see an omegaverse where both the main characters are happy without children, and honestly as someone who gets pressured to have children every New Years dinner, good for them! Some comments irked me when they mentioned how it's a shame they didn't have children, but let me repeat that people should not be judged nor shamed for not having children. The author's choice really reflected on how unconventional and strong the main characters are, pushing against social norms and I wish more asian novels can learn from this.

+ The characters are so nuanced, so amazing, and so loving, particularly the main characters. There were many times when I worried that the characters would do something s*upid (like scold each other for something the other couldn't help), but it never happened. The MC and the ML communicate and talk to each other, all without being boring! Even the villains have some nuance to them! There are facets to everyone and I loved how this story explored that, particularly amongst the MC and ML.

+ The themes explored in this story were extremely mature and well thought out. It's clear that the author put a lot of effort into this.

+ The way Bai Ying is handled is amazing. I love how she is still given both sympathy and anger, bc although she was ab*sed, it doesn't take away from the fact that she left behind her son and father. Her suffering is understandable, but so is the suffering that the ML had to endure bc she couldn't take a stand. The way this was handled was absolutely PERFECT, especially as a person who also has a complicated relationship with my own family. It was beautifully poetic how she got her revenge and was able to finally get away from her abusive relationship.

+ Both MC and ML are beautifully written, strong, and amazing characters. The MC is a cold, but still caring person who is straightforward, brave, and knows what he wants. The ML is shameless, clever, optimistic, and extremely kind, but he is also sensitive and sentimental, with a weak heart to love and care. The both of them are each other's strength and reason. They pair together so well and their relationship is the best I've ever seen: communicative, loving, very fun, indulgent, and sweet, while also being each other's reality checks and common sense. They will help each other and indulge the other, but if they do something wrong, neither of them are afraid to tell the other and snap them out of it. (A prime example is near the ending, when the ML convinces the MC not to throw away his career for him, even as the MC insists. It was so touching and realistic that I lowkey teared up a little.)

+ The themes of this story were well-thought and even I, a veteran reader who is lowkey numb to a lot of things, had to do laps around my house and stare at the ceiling in thought. In this story, I laughed and teared up and cheered. The emotions were extremely poignant and the translation did an amazing job of demonstrating how poetic this story was.

+ The themes stay consistent throughout this story and I adore it. While this isn't a fresh take on the omegaverse (omegas deserve rights and should have jobs and not be housewives, etc, etc), it was still refreshing to see and enjoy. The story never falters on what is right or wrong and it feels soothing to read.

- Ngl, the author sacrificed some plot for amazing characters and relationships and a simple, yet effective story theme. I wish they could've explored more into the OG plot of the book, how fate affects them all, who tf the First Prince is, as well as more conflict. Also, I wish they would've went a little more into the event that disabled the ML, bc although it's mentioned a lot, the finale of which it's revealed to us, the audience, was kind of lackluster.

+ I also wish we could've had more extras to explore this. Maybe even one about the OG protagonist's omega harem? Bc he only had 2 in this one, and while 1 was in jail (and forgotten), the other lowkey had a bit of an open ending.

However, I want to emphasize that this does NOT deter from the story!! I highly recommend it, still!!!

The Bai family line died with them, because our flower is infertile. But at least they leave their legacy for future generation