During this arduous investigation, Jiang Zhi discovered she was pregnant. This unexpected surprise left her with mixed emotions. As she caressed her still-unborn belly, her eyes were filled with tenderness for impending motherhood, yet also with worry for the future. She knew she was in danger, but the arrival of this little life gave her endless strength. She was even more determined to uncover the truth, for her child and for her lost loved ones.
Jiang Zhi stood at the window of her simple yet temporarily safe little house, gazing out at the dilapidated streetscape, her thoughts flooding her mind. She had never imagined that, in such a time of crisis and turmoil, a new life would quietly grow within her. Her hands trembled slightly, a complex web of emotions coursing through her body. On one hand, her maternal instincts were aroused. She could imagine the child's adorable appearance, its rosy little face, its delicate hands and feet. She could almost see herself holding the child, softly singing a lullaby. This brought a warmth and tenderness to her heart, a warmth she had never felt before. It was as if she had found a ray of light, her own, in this cold, dark world.
Yet, on the other hand, the harsh reality hung like a sharp sword over her head. She was being hunted by a mysterious and dangerous organization, and every step she took could be a step towards death. She didn't know if she could protect this child, if she could give him a secure future. She feared that her decision had plunged this innocent life into endless danger from the very beginning. She recalled that when she was with Shen Qingchen, she would occasionally fantasize about what their child would be like. Back then, her imagination was filled with sweetness and anticipation, but now, it was filled with bitterness and unease.
But when she once again felt the faint yet tenacious signs of life in her belly, her gaze gradually grew resolute. This was her and Shen Qingchen's child, the closest relative she had in this world. She couldn't retreat, she couldn't give up. She told herself that no matter how many difficulties and obstacles lay ahead, she would bravely move forward for her child. She began to silently plan how to ensure the child's healthy growth while evading the pursuit. She knew that her medical skills would be the child's first line of defense, and she must work even harder to improve them, gathering various herbs and medical resources for emergency use.
Jiang Zhi began adjusting her routine. Despite the challenging circumstances, she worked hard to create a relatively stable living environment. She rose early each day to search the nearby mountains and forests for herbs that could aid fetal development, carefully brewing a soup. She would whisper to her unborn child about the outside world, telling her beautiful stories, as if the child could already understand her. She also performed simple exercises to strengthen her physique, ready to withstand any possible dangers.
Throughout this process, she often found herself lost in thoughts of Shen Qingchen. She recalled the happy times they had spent together, those afternoons strolling in the park, those warm evenings cooking together at home. She wondered if Shen Qingchen knew she was pregnant, and how he would react if he did. She felt a mixture of resentment towards him, resentment for his departure and hurt, yet she couldn't completely let go of the love she once had. This conflicting feeling tormented her, but she knew now was not the time to dwell on her feelings; she had to focus all her energy on protecting her child and investigating the truth.
As time went by, Jiang Zhi's abdomen gradually developed a slight bulge. She could feel the baby's movements more clearly, sometimes a gentle kick, sometimes a slight roll. Every time she felt the baby's movement, she would smile with relief, a mother's instinctive joy. She would gently stroke her abdomen and whisper, "Baby, don't be afraid, Mommy will protect you."
However, her pregnancy didn't elude danger. A mysterious organization seemed to sense something was wrong with her, and their pursuit of her became more frequent and intense. She was often awakened by sudden noises in the middle of the night, and she would quickly hide in a pre-prepared hiding place, clutching her belly. Her heartbeat raced, fearing that a single careless mistake would put her child in danger. But each time, she managed to evade the pursuit with her wit and courage.
She knew this would last a long time, but she was no longer afraid. A stronger conviction gripped her heart: for her child, to give her child a future free of danger and filled with sunshine, she must persevere until the truth was uncovered and those dark forces were completely annihilated. Like a lone but brave warrior, she bravely forged ahead on this thorny road for her child and loved ones, never retreating.
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