Chapter 66 Pregnant women come first! Commander Qin becomes a doting husband!
"Wife, it's windy today, let's just walk around in the yard and not go out."
Qin Lie held a "Maternal and Child Health Handbook" in one hand and carefully supported Jiang Wu with the other. His nervous appearance made it seem as if he was supporting not his wife, but a fragile glass doll that could be broken at the slightest touch.
Ever since Jiang Qiang was driven away, and the letter severing ties with Qin family was sent back to his hometown along with three hundred yuan, the Qin family's fortunes have completely improved.
Without the harassment of awful relatives and the cold stares of her mother-in-law, Jiang Wu's life was more comfortable than ever before.
Qin Lie, on the other hand, took the role of "doting husband" to the extreme.
He treated that health manual, which he had somehow acquired and whose pages were yellowed, as his bible, studying it every morning, noon, and night.
The manual says that pregnant women should exercise appropriately.
So, Qin Lie accompanied Jiang Wu for a walk every day without fail.
The manual says that pregnant women should keep a happy mood.
So, Qin Lie learned a few lame jokes from somewhere and told them to Jiang Wu every day. In the end, he was the one who laughed so hard he almost fell over, while Jiang Wu looked at him helplessly.
The manual also states that pregnant women should supplement their diet with plenty of protein and calcium.
This kept Commander Qin extremely busy.
He heard that the things in the sea were the most nutritious, so he plunged into the sea.
Early in the morning, before dawn, he carried a small shovel and bucket to the beach to dig up the freshest oysters and mussels for Jiang Wu before the tide came in.
At noon, he braved the scorching sun and ran to the crevices of the rocks to catch plump crabs and mantis shrimp.
At night, he also had to take a flashlight to the beach to collect starfish, because he heard that dried starfish could be used to make soup, which was good for pregnant women.
After a few days, the once imposing regimental commander was tanned to the point of looking like a piece of charcoal, and always carried a fishy smell.
But he enjoyed it.
His happiest moment each day was when he would present his day's "trophies" to Jiang Wu like treasures.
"Honey, look! This crab's legs are as thick as my fingers! I guarantee it'll have roe!"
"And this oyster, I opened one and the meat is so plump it's practically oozing out! I'll make you garlic-roasted oysters tonight!"
Jiang Wu looked at his silly expression and didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
She's a demoness from the Hehuan Sect, who has cultivated for a thousand years. What delicacies hasn't she tasted?
For some reason, looking at the things Qin Lie had personally retrieved from the sea for her, she felt that they were more delicious than any fine wine or nectar she had ever tasted before.
That afternoon, Qin Lie took Jiang Wu out for a "fresh air" in the yard again.
He was worried that Jiang Wu would be bored, so he specially brought out a small table, which was filled with all kinds of snacks that Zhong Tinglan had made, as well as fresh fruits that he had just picked from the tree.
Jiang Wu sat in a rocking chair, swaying gently, enjoying the afternoon sun on the island.
Qin Lie, like a loyal guardian, moved a small stool and sat down next to her, peeling oranges for her while reading his "Bible" aloud.
"The book says that after four months of pregnancy, a pregnant woman's belly will become noticeably larger, and her skin will become more sensitive..."
As he read, his eyes couldn't help but dart towards Jiang Wu's stomach.
Today, Jiang Wu wore a loose cotton dress, but you could still see that her lower abdomen had a slight curve.
No longer with the slender waist that seemed to break at the slightest touch, but with a soft, full beauty that embodies life.
Qin Lie's Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily.
He felt his throat was a little dry.
He remembered the night before.
After taking a shower, Jiang Wu emerged from the bathroom, her body carrying a pleasant, faint scent of soap and milk.
The steam made her little face rosy, and her eyes were bright and watery, even brighter than the stars in the sky.
Qin Lie was stunned.
How can his wife be so beautiful?
It was so beautiful that he felt it was a desecration to even glance at it.
What's worse, she was only wearing a thin nightgown at the time, and as she moved, her straight and shapely legs were faintly visible under the hem of the dress, making him dizzy.
He practically fled in panic, rushing into the courtyard and splashing his face with icy well water several times before he could suppress the rage in his heart.
From then on, he dared not look at it again.
But the more I dared not look, the more I missed it.
Just now, he felt hot all over and his heart was pounding like a drum just by looking at his wife's slightly protruding belly.
He knew that his child was inside.
But that's also part of his wife's body.
He dared not have any dirty thoughts, but the most primal instincts of a man were clamoring within him.
Qin Lie felt like he was being driven crazy by this sweet torment.
"Qin Lie?"
Jiang Wu's voice pulled him back from his chaotic thoughts.
"Huh? What's wrong, honey?" Qin Lie sat up straight instantly, like a primary school student caught red-handed.
"What are you thinking about? You've squeezed the orange so hard it's practically oozing juice." Jiang Wu pointed to the orange segments in his hand and asked, amused.
Qin Lie looked down and sure enough, orange juice was dripping down his fingers, making them sticky.
His face flushed red, and he hurriedly stuffed the orange segments into Jiang Wu's mouth before reaching for a towel to wipe his hands.
"Don't move."
Jiang Wu suddenly grabbed his wrist.
Qin Lie froze, feeling as if an electric current had surged through the spot where she was holding him, instantly numbing half of his body.
Jiang Wu lowered her head, stuck out her pink tongue, and gently licked the orange juice off his fingers, bit by bit.
Her movements were slow and deliberate.
The warm, soft touch, with a hint of sweet orange scent, spread from his fingertips all the way to his heart.
boom--
Qin Lie felt as if a firework had exploded in his mind.
He froze completely, too afraid to move, even forgetting to breathe.
He could only watch helplessly as his wife, with an expression he had never seen before—a mixture of allure and innocence—did something that shattered his very soul.
After licking him, Jiang Wu raised her head, winked at him, and smiled slyly.
"Sweet."
Qin Lie: "..."
He felt he was about to die.
Just as Qin Lie felt he was about to "sacrifice himself gloriously," Zhou Nianci's loud voice came from the courtyard gate.
"Xiao Wu! Commander Qin! Is he home?"
This sound was like a godsend, rescuing Qin Lie from dire straits.
He stood up abruptly, almost knocking over the small stool next to him because he stood up so quickly.
"Yes! Yes! Sister-in-law Zhou, please come in!" His voice was trembling with nervousness.
Zhou Nianci rushed in and immediately saw Qin Lie's flushed face and the smile on Jiang Wu's lips that she hadn't had time to hide.
She paused for a moment, then gave an "I understand" smile.
"Oh dear, did I come at the wrong time and interrupt your sweet talk, you two?"
"No, no!" Qin Lie waved his hand, explaining in a way that seemed to say he was trying to cover something up, "We...we're learning! Yes, learning about pregnancy!"
As he spoke, he held up the "Handbook for Maternal and Child Health Care".
Zhou Nianci burst into laughter at his silly expression.
"Alright, alright, Commander Qin, stop pretending. Everyone can see through your little scheme."
She walked over to Jiang Wu, took her hand affectionately, and looked her up and down.
"Our Xiao Wu's complexion is getting better and better. It's fair and rosy, like a ripe peach. It's obvious that she's been well taken care of by your Commander Qin."
Zhou Nianjia always spoke directly, and Qin Lie's ears turned red from hearing it, while Jiang Wu smiled calmly.
"Sister-in-law Zhou, is there something you need today?"
"Oh, right, look at my memory." Zhou Nianci slapped her thigh. "I'm here to tell you some good news! A new batch of malted milk powder and milk powder has arrived at the supply and marketing cooperative! I heard that Dean Zhong specially used his connections in Beijing to get them, and there are only a few boxes! I reckon this is definitely for you! You should go and take a look, or it'll all be gone!"
Malted milk powder and milk powder!
In the 1970s, this was a rare and top-quality nutritional supplement that you couldn't buy even if you had the money.
Qin Lie's eyes lit up when he heard that.
"Wife, wait for me! I'll go and get it back for you right now!"
As he spoke, he turned and ran out.
"Hey, wait a minute!" Jiang Wu grabbed him. "I'll go with you. I want to go out for a walk too."
"That won't do! There are too many people outside, what if you get squeezed?" Qin Lie disagreed a hundred times.
"It's okay, you just need to protect me, isn't that enough?" Jiang Wu said to him coquettishly.
Qin Lie couldn't stand her like this, and after only a second of hesitation, he surrendered.
"Alright then. But you have to promise me you'll stay right by my side and never leave my side!"
"good!"
And so, the military spouses in the family compound witnessed this scene.
Commander Qin walked beside Jiang Wu like a bodyguard, using his body to create an absolutely safe space for her.
His eyes scanned the surroundings warily, and he would immediately stand in front of anyone who approached.
Jiang Wu, on the other hand, was like a well-protected little princess, leisurely following by his side.
The two arrived at the supply and marketing cooperative, and sure enough, a long queue had already formed at the entrance.
Qin Lie protected Jiang Wu and finally managed to squeeze to the counter.
"Comrade, please bring out the malted milk powder and milk powder for me, I want them all!" Qin Lie said magnanimously.
Upon hearing this, the people in line behind immediately objected.
"Hey, what's wrong with you? Why do you want them all? We're still in line!"
"Exactly! So what if you're a regimental commander? Does that give you the right to get special treatment?"
Qin Lie frowned, about to lash out.
Jiang Wu tugged at his sleeve, then gave the saleswoman behind the counter a sweet smile.
"Sister, we're not asking for special treatment. It's just that the little one in my belly has been craving this lately. Could you please make an exception and sell us two cans first? We can share the rest with everyone else?"
Her voice was soft and sweet, and coupled with her unbelievably beautiful face and slightly protruding belly, no one could resist the urge to refuse her.
The young sales clerk blushed and nodded repeatedly.
"Okay, okay, pregnant women come first! I'll get it for you right away!"
Those queuing behind, seeing Jiang Wu's appearance and then looking at Qin Lie standing beside her like a guardian deity, couldn't voice their dissatisfaction.
She's pregnant and the wife of the regimental commander, so she definitely deserves priority.
And so, Qin Lie, satisfied, carried two cans of malted milk powder and two cans of milk powder, escorting Jiang Wen home with a full load.
He felt very happy throughout the journey.
He felt that he was the happiest man in the world right now.
He has such a beautiful and capable wife, who is pregnant with his child.
At this point in life, what more could one ask for?
Back home, Qin Lie carefully settled Jiang Wu into bed to rest.
He then excitedly ran to the kitchen to prepare a cup of sweet malted milk powder for his wife.
Jiang Wu lay on the bed, enjoying the tranquility of the afternoon, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up slightly.
These days are wonderful.
Just as she was drifting off to sleep.
Suddenly, she felt a very slight movement in her lower abdomen, like a small fish blowing bubbles.
Very light, fleeting.
But she still felt it clearly.
Jiang Wu's eyes widened suddenly.
She held her breath and remained motionless, sensing the sensation.
A few seconds later, the noise came again!
This time, it's a little clearer than before.
One after another.
It was as if he was greeting her.
Jiang Wu's heart was instantly filled with an indescribable joy and excitement!
It's fetal movement!
It's her baby, it's moving!
"Qin Lie!"
She couldn't help but shout it out, her voice trembling slightly.
Qin Lie ran out of the kitchen carrying a bowl of freshly prepared malted milk powder.
"What's wrong, honey? Are you feeling unwell?" he asked anxiously.
Jiang Wu didn't say anything, but simply reached out and grabbed his large hand, then quickly pressed it against her lower abdomen.
Qin Lie was taken aback by her actions.
He could feel his wife's warm, soft skin beneath his palm.
His face turned red instantly.
"Wife, you..."
Before he could finish speaking, he suddenly felt a slight touch under his palm, like a feather brushing against him.
Qin Lie froze completely.
His eyes widened, he held his breath, and dared not move an inch.
Then, another one!
This time, he felt it clearly!
It was a small, vibrant rhythm!
It came from his wife's belly!
It's his child!
His child was kicking him!
"it……"
Qin Lie opened his mouth, and the sound that came out of his throat was a mixture of sobbing and unparalleled ecstasy.
"It...it moved?"
ps:
Tomatoes are absolutely amazing!
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