Chapter 126 (2K words added) There wasn't a...
Looking into his wife's innocent eyes, Fu Ci could only let out a sigh in the end.
Although he hoped to have a child with his wife, he never thought of putting the cart before the horse.
Having a child is just the icing on the cake for their relationship, not the other way around. It's not that even their intimacy is for the purpose of having a child.
But how exactly should I say "um" to my wife?
He was deeply distressed about resigning.
He had never been so troubled by a difficult client.
However, when his wife pitifully asked, "You don't want to?"
His distress immediately turned into reflection.
He's so much older than her, shouldn't he be more tolerant?
Fu Ci shook his head and gently pecked her lips. "Let's let nature take its course and not read those so-called books."
"It's not just any old saying, this is indeed a scientific publication, which I managed to buy from the black market with great difficulty," Tang Mingli said, her voice growing softer and softer.
The book's source and sales channels were not entirely legal, and she had to go to great lengths to buy it.
"I see." Fu Ci was both amused and exasperated. "Sometimes I'm really annoyed by what you're thinking with that little head of yours."
How could there be such a daring woman who would dare to buy these... uh, science books on the black market and then brazenly present them to her husband as if it were nothing out of the ordinary.
But looking at his wife's innocent eyes, he really didn't think this was anything outrageous.
Forget it, it's just buying a book, why scare her into suppressing her true nature? He'd rather show her through his actions that things can be accomplished naturally without reading these books.
Perhaps to prove this point, Fu Ci worked exceptionally hard that night.
This time, Fu Ci stayed at home for a full week after returning, and this week happened to be Tang Mingli's ovulation period.
Both are in good health, have a good relationship, and enjoy a harmonious sex life. They are both optimistic about the possibility of good news.
However, more than twenty days later, when Tang Mingli started her period for the next month, she felt somewhat disappointed.
But it only lasted a few seconds, and soon I found it funny again.
Do you really think everyone can hit the mark on their first try? You've been reading too many novels.
After calming down, she took advantage of the fact that she was home alone and quickly called Fu Ci in Shenzhen to tell him the 'bad news'.
It wasn't an immediate success. Fu Ci remained silent for a few seconds before finally saying quietly, "I will continue to work hard."
Tang Mingli almost burst out laughing.
However, it was quite difficult for her to hold back, and she was sure that her facial expression must have looked ridiculous at that moment.
Judging from Fu Ci's tone, he must have been hurt.
Tang Mingli knew how confident he was during those days of trying to conceive; she hoped he wouldn't be discouraged.
Thinking of this possibility, Tang Mingli tried to suppress her laughter while comforting her: "How can something like this be successful on the first try? Think about how Gu Lin had to see a doctor and take medicine to get pregnant back then."
However, it was clearly Gu Lin's health issue back then, and she could be certain that both of them were perfectly healthy.
Fu Ci nodded; of course he understood this principle.
However, he will be very busy for the next few months and may not have much time to go home.
Tang Mingli smiled and said, "It's okay, just focus on your work. This can't be rushed." To convince Fu Ci, she even added, "If you're in a hurry, I'll be in a hurry too. Didn't you say we should let things take their natural course?"
"Yes." Fu Ci took a deep breath and typed, "Actually, I'm not in a hurry, really."
He wasn't in a hurry to have children at all, so he didn't want his wife to misunderstand and was secretly anxious.
Tang Mingli nodded and emphasized, "I know, I know."
He might not be in a hurry to have children, but he's probably a little eager to prove himself.
Tang Mingli couldn't help but laugh again.
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For the next two months, just as Fu Ci had said, he was so busy that he didn't have time to go home, but he still made sure to call home every day without fail.
Although Fu Ci did not return, Tang Mingli had a feeling that she was already preparing for pregnancy, perhaps because pregnancy had become a consensus and had been put into action. Therefore, she paid more attention to her diet and lifestyle.
Once, while accompanying my grandparents to see a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, I had a sudden inspiration and thought that I could also try taking Chinese medicine to regulate my body and increase the chances of success.
The doctor was probably never before seen someone of this age so openly express their needs for preparing for pregnancy, and was momentarily stunned.
After a brief moment of surprise, the doctor smiled and said, "You're quite frank, lady."
Tang Mingli smiled.
It wasn't that she was being open-minded, but rather that decades later, preparing for pregnancy had become a very common practice.
Whether it's due to the influence of the environment or the decline in human physical condition, it's becoming increasingly difficult for couples to have children, and even the sperm quality standards are decreasing over time.
After taking his pulse, the doctor smiled and said, "There's nothing wrong with your health; you're taking good care of yourself."
After thinking for a moment, he said, "How about this, I'll prescribe some medicine for you to regulate your qi and blood."
"OK."
Tang Mingli naturally listened to the doctor.
After leaving the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Mr. and Mrs. Fu looked at each other, clearly not quite at ease.
They had originally planned to have lunch together at a restaurant after the doctor's appointment, but Mr. Fu suddenly made an excuse that he wanted to visit his old comrades-in-arms nearby and left despite Tang Mingli's repeated attempts to persuade him to stay.
Tang Mingli watched her grandfather get on the bus and leave alone, and for the first time she understood what her grandmother meant when she said that her grandfather could be stubborn at times.
He's incredibly stubborn; he changes his plans whenever he wants, without even worrying about others.
When Madam Fu heard her granddaughter-in-law complain about her husband for the first time, she burst out laughing.
She was too embarrassed to explain on her husband's behalf; he wanted the two of them to stay so they could talk more easily.
"Let's go, ignore him. He's perfectly healthy, don't worry about him."
"It's fortunate that Grandpa is still in good health, otherwise I definitely wouldn't have agreed."
The two went to the hotel for dinner as planned. When the food was served, Madam Fu seemed to have finally found a suitable opportunity to speak and began to comfort Tang Mingli.
"Mingli, Grandma has been through this before, and I want to say a few words to you. Don't overthink it."
This is a rather serious start.
Tang Mingli asked nervously, "Grandma, what do you want to say?"
"I know that you and Fu Ci are planning to have a child, but there's really no need to rush it. Having a child depends on fate; when the time is right, it will come naturally."
"I understand." Tang Mingli nodded, while also explaining herself with a hint of confusion: "Grandma, I wasn't in a hurry."
Madam Fu glanced at the Chinese medicine placed aside and said silently, "I'm not in a hurry. I'll have the doctor prescribe some medicine to help me recover."
Tang Mingli was both amused and exasperated, wondering how to explain to her grandmother that seeing a traditional Chinese medicine doctor was a very common practice in her eyes.
After thinking it over and over, I still feel that it might not make sense. The concepts at this time are quite different from those decades later.
At that time, resources were scarce and the economy was underdeveloped; people wouldn't see a doctor or take medicine unless they were sick.
Forget it, explaining it might only make things worse. It's better to just let Grandma misunderstand like this, so it won't cause her any confusion.
After thinking it through, Tang Mingli simply changed her mind and said, "Grandma, I'll listen to you and let nature take its course."
Only then did Madam Fu finally show a relieved smile.
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Meanwhile, Tang Mingmei, after divorcing Li Dazhu, found her life becoming increasingly fulfilling.
Now my daughter is past the most difficult age to raise; she can talk and walk.
Every day after get off work, I would run towards her with my little legs, calling out "Mommy!" It was so adorable.
Tang Mingmei is overflowing with happiness every day.
When a person is happy, they are energetic in everything they do, so their performance at work is particularly good, and they unexpectedly received the honor of outstanding employee.
When she got home with the certificate of honor, she couldn't wait to share it with her parents.
Looking at the bright red certificate of honor and the words "Outstanding Employee," the parents smiled even more broadly than the other.
Tang Jianguo, in particular, gently stroked the certificate and sighed, "I've worked for half my life and I've never been recognized as an outstanding employee."
Tang Mingmei laughed and said, "Dad, your factory is a big one, with many people, including many outstanding ones. My brown sugar factory only has a few people."
That's certainly true, but regardless of the number of employees, being recognized as an outstanding employee is a cause for celebration.
So Li Hong suggested having an extra meal tonight.
Tang Jianguo also felt that they should have an extra meal, but it was already so late that there was no time to go buy groceries.
Li Hong glared at him playfully: "If we don't have time to buy fresh ones, can't we eat stale ones?"
As she spoke, she rummaged through the locker and pulled out a bag of sausages that Tang Mingli had given her.
"Mingli gave me this bag of sausages last time she came over. I haven't been able to bear to eat it, but I'm cooking it today."
Tang Jianguo said to her, "You still can't shake off this petty mentality. Be careful not to keep it hidden and ruin it."
Li Hong spat and said, "I will definitely be careful."
After saying that, he smiled and took the sausage to the kitchen.
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Dinner was ready in no time.
The family of four sat at the dining table, happily enjoying a dinner that was as lavish as the Lunar New Year celebration.
Just as we were finishing our meal, there was a knock on the door.
Tang Mingmei glanced instinctively at the doorway, wondering, "Who could it be at this hour?"
Li Hong thought for a moment and smiled, "Maybe the neighbors are coming to borrow something."
It's common for neighbors to find they're running low on soy sauce or salt while cooking, and then borrow some from a neighbor in a pinch.
However, she is a rather difficult person to talk to, so the neighbors are not very willing to borrow from her.
Perhaps because her family of four had been happy for the past six months, she had become more friendly towards her neighbors and dared to knock on their door.
Li Hong got up to open the door.
As soon as she opened the door, her expression changed instantly.
"What are you doing here? You're not welcome in our home."
The one who was coldly driven away by Li Hong was Li Dazhu.
He had anticipated being verbally abused by the Tang family before he came, but he still came anyway.
Not only did they come, but they also brought a can of malted milk powder, which is quite unusual.
Ignoring Li Hong's cold expression, Li Dazhu smiled and said, "I've come to see the child."
As he spoke, he held up the malted milk powder he was carrying, wanting Li Hong to see his sincerity.
However, Li Hong still didn't give her a good look. "Oh, suddenly you've grown a conscience? You've ignored your daughter for so long, and now you actually come to see the child."
"mom……"
"Pah, shameless! Who's your mother? Don't call me that."
Li Dazhu blushed as he was scolded.
I had mentally prepared myself for a long time before finally managing to call her "Mom."
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