Meeting my mother's determined gaze, I patted her on the back. "Mom, don't worry. I'll help you contact them."
I wasn't sure why she was so anxious to abort the child, refusing to endure even a single day.
She was so agitated, and I didn't dare to provoke her, so I contacted Lu Yanchen privately.
After listening to my story, his voice softened. "Okay, I'll make arrangements. Your mother is already elderly, and a miscarriage is very damaging to her health. The servants will be responsible for cooking at home, and I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it alone. I'll have Shen Ji come and help you."
"It might be inconvenient for you without Shen Ji."
"It's okay. We have other bodyguards. Take good care of your mother-in-law and rest well after the surgery."
"Okay."
Although Lu Yanchen only said a few words, my heart warmed.
For a long time, I was used to solving problems on my own, and I was used to being strong-willed in many things.
But when I was with Lu Yanchen, I always subconsciously relied on him. I told my mother the news. "Mom, Shen Ji will be here to pick us up soon. Basically, we can be discharged today, but it's best if we stay in the hospital for half a day. I'll prepare some things first."
My mother took my hand and looked at me with a scrutinizing look: "Wanwan."
"What's wrong, Mom?"
"I think you've changed a lot. If it weren't for this face that remains the same, I wouldn't recognize you."
My heart tightened at my mother's words, and I instinctively explained, "Because I died once, I want to live again with a new attitude."
"That's what I'm relieved to know."
My mother's words reminded me to be more cautious in the future.
Half an hour later, Shen Ji's car pulled up downstairs. He was tall, quiet, and had a scar on his face. He looked menacing, but he was incredibly efficient.
My initial nervousness about him gradually grew on me. He was deeply loyal to Lu Yanchen, and I began to feel a little more attuned to him. I felt it wasn't polite to address him by his first name, so I changed it to "Brother Ji, sorry to bother you."
A look of surprise crossed his face, and then he waved his hand, "No, it's my job."
After my mother and I got in the car, I realized he'd bought some feminine products. They must have been ordered by Lu Yanchen.
That man is truly thoughtful.
This time, Shen Ji didn't send us to Mingguang. I was a little puzzled. "Not going to Mingguang?"
"Yes, the master said it's unsafe."
After a moment's thought, I understood. Su Ning'an had been with the Lu family for so long that her influence had long since spread to the Lu family.
That's why her pregnancy checkup was in Mingguang. Lu Yanchen didn't want to alert them, so he didn't remove this group.
If I took my mother to get an abortion, she might hear about it.
Right now, I'm in the dark, and she's in the light. The more I'm exposed, the more dangerous it becomes.
Lu Yanchen has indeed thought this through carefully. "Don't worry, ma'am. We're going to a safe place."
"Yes."
We went to a private hospital affiliated with the Hanshi Group. As far as I know, Hanshi started out primarily in the medical equipment business, and their high-end equipment is ranked among the top three globally.
Lu Yanchen had already made arrangements, and the attending physician received us.
"Ms. Jiang, there are some important things you need to know. We're going to do a preoperative examination, and you must not consume food or water for six hours."
"Thank you, Director Wu."
"You're welcome. We'll start with some routine tests."
I helped my mother onto the examination table for a series of tests. She handed the collected vaginal discharge to the assistant for testing, and then began the ultrasound.
I stood in front of the machine, watching the black and white image. "Director, is everything okay?"
The director's probe scanned my mother's abdomen. "No, the babies are developing well, and they're twins. Are you sure you don't want them?"
"Twins? Doctor, are you sure? Why didn't we see any signs during the ultrasound a few days ago?"
"The embryos are still small, and sometimes they overlap. Look, there are already two gestational sacs and fetal heartbeats."
I looked at my mother in the hospital bed. She was clearly surprised.
I helped her up, my eyes filled with pity. "Mom, they're twins."
My mother looked dazed, her face a picture of confusion.
"We still have a few hours to prepare. You can think it over carefully. After all, your mother isn't young anymore. If you remove this baby, you might not be able to have children in the future."
"Thank you, Director."
"It's okay. I'll get the test results in fifteen minutes to see if I meet the surgical criteria."
My mother's mind wandered, and I couldn't tell what she was thinking.
I don't know if there's a chance of reincarnation after death. It would be wonderful if Wanwan could come back.
My biggest regret is that I didn't keep that child, so I don't want to see him disappear. But Mom had her own considerations, and I couldn't let my attitude influence her. So I didn't try to persuade her. I just stayed with her quietly, watching the snow fall across the horizon.
Soon, the nurse returned with the report, telling Mom that she could undergo surgery. We had just finished breakfast, and the doctor recommended waiting a few hours.
Those few hours must have been agonizing for Mom.
Shen Ji emerged from the snowstorm. As I got closer, I realized he was carrying some snacks and milk tea.
"The master ordered it."
I was stunned for a moment. These were the same places around the university where I used to buy food with my friends, but how did he know?
"Thank you."
"You're welcome. I'll be outside. Let me know if you need anything."
"Okay."
I took a sip of the mango sago, along with some small fried buns and other snacks. The hospital was just a few kilometers from the university.
Mom looked at me. "He treats you very well."
"Yeah." Lu Yanchen was the first person to recognize my rebirth. If it weren't for love, he wouldn't have noticed so quickly. "Seeing you happy makes me feel relieved."
My mother's eyes were filled with deep sorrow. She had sat for too long, so she went outside to watch the snow alone.
I knew she wanted some quiet time, so I didn't follow her.
My phone rang. It was an unfamiliar number.
After I hung up, the other party called again. I answered with a frown.
"Hello."
"Is this Wanwan?" The other party's voice was anxious. "Sorry to bother you. I can't get through to your mother. I'm worried about her and wanted to ask how she's doing."
I didn't expect it to be Rong Huaixu. I had a good impression of him, so I offered some comforting words.
"May I ask where you are now? Your mother's been feeling down since she got pregnant, and I'm worried about her."
I didn't know how to respond to this pure-hearted warrior, Uncle Rong. After all, my mother only told me to keep it a secret from Jiang Qing, but this uncle was very close to her. Should I tell him?
I secretly wanted her to be with my uncle after her divorce. I wondered if it was because of Uncle Rong that she decided to have the abortion. If there's a chance in the future, will the child spark a conflict?
But I've said it, what if I touch Mom's nerves?
"We're outside, Uncle Rong, don't worry, I'll be with Mom the whole time."
"Wanwan, this may be a bit presumptuous, but can you persuade Lanlan to keep the baby?"
"Uncle, I..."
"Please, Wanwan, she won't answer my calls now..."
The nurse's voice came to my ears: "Xu Lan has started preoperative preparations, the anesthesiologist is already here."
Rong Huaixu was anxious: "Wanwan, where are you? Don't abort the baby, absolutely not!"
Mom walked in and glanced at me. "Who's calling?"
"No, no one. Go change your clothes first."
"Okay."
Mom followed the nurse like a puppet as she prepared for the surgery. The moment she entered the operating room, I looked out at the snowstorm outside.
Uncle Rong, I hope I'm doing nothing wrong.
Time flew by, and would he make it in time? Rong Huaixu arrived faster than expected. He came covered in snow and kicked open the door of the operating room.