Chapter 68 Mother-in-law's Approval! She finally returned to Beijing with peace of mind!
"A letter from the capital? For me?"
Jiang Wu was somewhat surprised, as she didn't know anyone in the capital during this era.
Qin Lie also stood up, took the letter from Zhong Tinglan, and looked somewhat nervous.
"Mom, who sent this? Is it...is it from my wife's checkup? Is there something wrong?"
His first thought was about Jiang Wu and the child's health.
After all, Zhong Tinglan had always maintained connections with hospitals in Beijing.
"What nonsense are you talking about!" Zhong Tinglan glared at her son. "What problem could there be? I'm personally overseeing things, how could anything go wrong?"
Although she said she was fine, there was a hint of smugness and boastfulness in her eyes.
She cleared her throat and explained to Jiang Wu and Qin Lie, who were looking on with curiosity.
"Didn't I compile a list of all your test results and the nutritional diet plan I made for you a while ago?"
“I was afraid that I might overlook something if I was on my own. So, I took it upon myself to send this document to a former colleague of mine from Peking Union Medical College Hospital.”
"She is the most famous obstetrics and gynecology expert in the country. I would like to ask her to take a look and give me some advice."
Zhong Tinglan spoke casually, but Qin Lie and Jiang Wu both sensed the weight behind her words.
The most famous obstetrics and gynecology expert in the country!
This level of importance is undeniable.
"Then... what did the experts say?" Qin Lie asked impatiently.
Zhong Tinglan raised her chin slightly in a proud arc.
She took the letter back from Qin Lie, pulled out a sheet of paper covered in writing, and read it aloud as if it were an important document.
"My former colleague highly praised the 'Scientific Diet and Health Care Plan for Pregnant and Postpartum Women' that I developed in his letter!"
She said that this plan provides a balanced diet and a proper balance between physical activity and rest, ensuring the nutritional needs of both the pregnant woman and the fetus while avoiding the risk of excessive obesity. She added that this plan could serve as a model and be promoted throughout military hospitals for military dependents!
Zhong Tinglan read the letter aloud, her back ramrod straight.
This letter was not only an affirmation for her, but also a supreme honor.
This proves that Zhong Tinglan's medical skills, even after leaving clinical practice for many years, are still top-notch!
Qin Lie listened, completely stunned.
He never imagined that his mother had done so much behind the scenes for her daughter-in-law.
Although the method was somewhat "domineering," the intention was genuine.
Jiang Wu was also somewhat moved.
She knew that Zhong Tinglan was a very proud person.
The fact that she would lower herself to seek advice from others shows how much she values the child in her womb.
“The letter also said,” Zhong Tinglan continued reading, “that based on your current indicators, you and the fetus are both very healthy, even better than most pregnant women at the same gestational age.”
"She asked me to tell you to keep a good mood and continue following my plan. She'll make sure the delivery goes smoothly!"
After saying that, Zhong Tinglan carefully put the letter away, her face beaming with undisguised joy.
This affirmation from an "authoritative" source completely put her mind at ease.
It also gave her a sense of security, something to keep her mind at ease.
Her "transformation" of Jiang Wu was successful! It was scientific! It was perfect!
That evening.
Zhong Tinglan prepared a large and sumptuous feast.
At the dinner table, for the first time ever, she didn't interfere with Jiang Wu's eating habits. Instead, she kept putting Jiang Wu's favorite dishes into her bowl.
The atmosphere was harmonious like never before.
After dinner, Zhong Tinglan called Qin Lie and Jiang Wu to her room, her expression unusually serious.
"I've made up my mind. I'll go back to Beijing next week."
She dropped a bombshell as soon as she opened her mouth.
"What?!" Qin Lie was the first to jump up. "Mom! You're leaving? How can that be! If you leave, who will take care of Xiao Wu?"
He has now developed a "path dependence" on his mother.
He felt that only with his mother around could his wife receive the most scientific and proper care during her pregnancy.
Jiang Wu was also quite surprised.
She thought that Zhong Tinglan would at least wait until the child was born before leaving.
"What's your rush?" Zhong Tinglan glanced at her son, her tone tinged with disdain. "Am I going to stay here forever?"
"Back in Beijing, there's a ton of work waiting for me at the hospital. These past few months have been the best I can manage."
She paused, her gaze shifting from her son to Jiang Wu's face.
This time, her eyes held no scrutiny or criticism, but rather the gentleness and love of an elder looking at a younger person.
"At first, I was indeed worried. But after observing things for the past few months, I've come to understand."
She looked at Qin Lie and said, "You silly boy, although you're clumsy, you're truly good to your wife. You know how to care for her and protect her. You're much better than your father who only knows how to work. You've grown up, you're responsible, and you can support this family."
Qin Lie was a little embarrassed by the praise and scratched his head.
Then, Zhong Tinglan's gaze fell back on Jiang Wu.
This was the first time she had examined her daughter-in-law so seriously and without any prejudice.
"Jiang Wu".
She called her name, her tone solemn.
“I was prejudiced against you before.”
“I always felt that you came from a poor background and had a very “difficult” personality. You were not good enough for the Qin family, nor for me, your outstanding son.”
"Now I realize that I was wrong."
A self-deprecating bitter smile appeared on Zhong Tinglan's face.
"It's not that you're not good enough for Qin Lie, it's that Qin Lie must have accumulated a lot of good fortune in his past lives to be able to marry such a wonderful wife as you."
"You are smart, insightful, resourceful, and have a strong moral compass. You've transformed Qin Lie, this blockhead, into someone more down-to-earth. You've made this cold home warmer and warmer."
"Most importantly, you let him experience what it truly means to be loved and cherished."
"I feel at ease entrusting Qin Lie to you."
Zhong Tinglan's words shocked both Qin Lie and Jiang Wu.
None of them expected that this proud and unyielding woman would say such a thing.
This is no longer a simple recognition; it is a heartfelt, complete acceptance and entrustment.
Jiang Wu was filled with mixed emotions.
Looking at the woman in front of her whose hair was starting to turn gray, she suddenly felt that she wasn't so bad after all.
While the two were still in shock, Zhong Tinglan took out a locked, antique-looking small sandalwood box from the bedside table and placed it in Jiang Wu's hands.
The box wasn't large, and its surface was carved with exquisite patterns. Because it had been handled for many years, it had developed a warm patina and emitted a faint woody fragrance.
"This is...?" Jiang Wu looked at her in confusion.
“This is a family heirloom of our Qin family.” Zhong Tinglan’s gaze became distant.
“Back then, after I married into the Qin family and gave birth to Qin Lie, his grandmother gave me this box.”
She said that what is placed here is a mother's blessing to her daughter-in-law, and also a family's entrustment to the lady of the house.
“Now,” Zhong Tinglan said, looking into Jiang Wu’s eyes, “I’m handing it over to you.”
These words struck Jiang Wu's heart like a heavy hammer.
Holding the small wooden box, she felt it weighed more than a thousand pounds.
This represents complete acceptance and a transfer of power.
From this day forward, Jiang Wu is the rightful mistress of this home.
One week later.
On the island's dock, the ship's horn blared.
Qin Lie and Jiang Wu came to see Zhong Tinglan off.
The sea breeze ruffled the white hair at Zhong Tinglan's temples.
"Alright, stop seeing me off, go home now." She waved her hand, feigning nonchalance.
"You're feeling heavy right now, so don't stand in the wind for too long," she added, giving Jiang Wu another piece of advice.
"Mom, give us a call when you arrive in Beijing," Qin Lie said, his eyes red-rimmed.
"Okay, I know, stop nagging."
Zhong Tinglan turned and boarded the boat, never looking back.
Until the ship slowly sailed away from the dock and became a small black dot.
She stood on the deck, facing the sea breeze, and raised her hand to wipe the corner of her eye.
On the way back, Qin Lie was still feeling a bit down.
Jiang Wu kept looking at the small wooden box in her hand.
Back home, Qin Lie curiously came over as well.
"Honey, what treasure did Mom give you?"
"I don't know either."
Jiang Wu looked at the box over and over. It had a small, antique-looking brass lock on it, but no key.
"Huh? Why is it locked? Where's the key?" Qin Lie also noticed the problem.
"Mom didn't give me the key."
"Then how do I open this?" Qin Lie asked anxiously, and tried to use brute force.
"No!" Jiang Wu stopped him. "This lock is strange; it's not an ordinary lock."
She brought the box to her eyes and examined it carefully.
The lock looked ordinary, but she could sense that there was something more to it than met the eye.
Qin Lie looked at Jiang Wu's focused profile and felt a strong itch in his heart, his curiosity burning.
What secrets do these two generations of women, the mother-in-law and grandmother, hold in this box?
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