Chapter 98 Pregnancy Arrives? The Biggest Surprise
The sudden and malicious attack at the awards ceremony was instantly crushed to dust by Huo Tingxiao's divine intervention. The so-called "independent reporter" was taken into custody for investigation, and the subsequent investigation revealed defamation and slander, leading to severe legal punishment. Far from negatively impacting Su Wanqing, this incident only served to highlight Huo Tingxiao's unwavering support for her and his unfathomable power. After this incident, no one dared to question Su Wanqing's achievements and status, and her studio's reputation soared to new heights.
Life returned to its peaceful state, even smoother than before. The burden on Huo Tingxiao's shoulders seemed to have lightened somewhat. He returned home more regularly, and the perpetual frost between his brows seemed to have been replaced by a subtle softness. He remained quiet, but he would silently memorize her dietary preferences, firmly "order" her to rest when she stayed up late drawing, and when she occasionally chattered excitedly about design inspiration, he would put down the documents in his hands and listen quietly, a hint of indulgence in his eyes.
The pregnancy plan proceeded smoothly under Huo Tingxiao's rigorous, almost rigid, "military" management. Nutritional meals, daily routines, exercises... He personally oversaw every detail, meticulously implementing them, as if preparing for a crucial battle. Initially shy and slightly uneasy, Su Wanqing gradually grew accustomed to, and even relished, the feeling of being nurtured by his clumsy yet meticulous care. She could sense his deep anticipation for the potential arrival of a new life.
However, as time passed, Su Wanqing began to feel a subtle anxiety. According to the plan and the timeline, it seemed... something should be happening. But her body still wasn't sending any clear signals. She didn't dare show it, instead secretly researching, trying to reassure herself that it might be stress or individual differences.
That evening, Huo Tingxiao had an important foreign affairs event and returned later than usual. Su Wanqing was in the study, revising a design draft, waiting for him. Perhaps it was because she had been sitting for too long, but she suddenly felt inexplicably dizzy and nauseous, her stomach churning. She thought it was because she hadn't eaten properly for dinner, so she forced herself to get up and get a glass of water.
As soon as she stood up, she felt a stronger wave of dizziness and her vision suddenly went black. She subconsciously held onto the edge of the desk and barely managed to avoid falling, but cold sweat instantly broke out on her forehead and her face turned pale.
At this moment, the sound of a door opening was heard from the entrance. It was Huo Tingxiao who came back.
Huo Tingxiao took off his coat and, as usual, looked towards the study. When his eyes fell on Su Wanqing, who was leaning against the desk, her face pale and slightly trembling, his pupils suddenly constricted! The calm aura he had just brought back from the formal occasion disappeared in an instant, replaced by an almost terrifying tension and panic!
"Wanqing!" He rushed into the study with a few big strides and supported her shaky body. His voice became hoarse and rapid due to extreme worry. "What's wrong with you?! Where do you feel uncomfortable?!"
His hand touched her cold skin, and he felt her slight trembling. His heart felt as if it were being gripped by an invisible hand, nearly stopping! Countless terrifying thoughts flashed through his mind: Was it an old injury that hadn't healed? Was it overwork? Or... had he failed to protect her again, causing her to encounter some misfortune?
"No...it's okay..." Su Wanqing leaned weakly in his arms, forcing a smile, "Maybe I'm just a little dizzy and my stomach is not feeling well..."
"Dizzy? Stomach upset?" Huo Tingxiao's brows were tightly knitted together. His eyes swept across her face sharply. Without giving her any explanation, he lifted her up and carried her sideways. "Go to the hospital immediately!"
"No... Really no..." Su Wanqing wanted to struggle, but he held her tightly in his arms, unable to move at all. He held her, his steps fast and steady, but with an unquestionable urgency, he walked straight out the door, not even bothering to change his shoes.
"Assistant Chen! Prepare the car! Go to the main hospital! Now!" As he walked, he gave stern orders to Assistant Chen who came running over after hearing the noise, with a barely perceptible tremor in his voice.
Late at night, the atmosphere in the emergency room of the Military Region General Hospital suddenly became tense due to Huo Tingxiao's arrival. The chief physician on duty personally received him. Seeing Huo Tingxiao's frigid face and Su Wanqing's pale face in his arms, he dared not neglect the matter and immediately arranged for a comprehensive examination.
Huo Tingxiao's face was tense the entire time, like the most vigilant sentry, following Su Wanqing closely, his eyes never leaving her, as if she would disappear at any moment. He held her hand with such force that it almost broke her bones, but his palm was covered in cold sweat.
Su Wanqing looked at him, his face as if facing a great enemy, and felt both amused and touched. She comforted him softly, "I'm really fine. I'm probably just a little tired..."
Huo Tingxiao pursed his lips, did not answer, but held her hand tighter.
After a series of tests, the doctor came over with the test results, with a... subtle and complex expression on his face, as if he was a little surprised and hesitant.
Huo Tingxiao's heart instantly rose to his throat, and his voice was as cold as ice: "What's the result? What happened?" He was almost prepared to hear the worst news.
The doctor looked at Huo Tingxiao, then at Su Wanqing, who looked bewildered. He cleared his throat, his tone carrying a hint of uncertainty and... congratulations?
"Commander Huo, my wife... judging from the preliminary blood test results... the HCG index... well, it's significantly elevated." The doctor tried to speak in a professional tone.
"HCG?" Huo Tingxiao frowned even more tightly. This medical term was clearly beyond his knowledge. "What does it mean? Is it serious?" His tone became even more tense.
When Su Wanqing heard the word "HCG," her heart skipped a beat! As a woman preparing for pregnancy, she was all too familiar with this indicator! Her eyes widened in disbelief, and she looked at the doctor, her voice trembling with excitement: "Doctor...you mean...I...I..."
The doctor looked at the couple's completely different reactions and finally couldn't help but smile. He nodded affirmatively, "Yes, ma'am. Congratulations to you and the commander. According to the indicators, you should be... pregnant. About four weeks."
boom--!
It was like a thunder exploding in my mind!
Su Wanqing was completely stunned, her mind was blank, and she could only stare at the doctor blankly, then slowly turned her head and looked at Huo Tingxiao beside her.
Huo Tingxiao was also completely stunned. His usually expressionless face was now filled with immense, unbelievable shock and... confusion. He seemed not to understand the doctor's words, or perhaps he understood but couldn't grasp the meaning. He simply stared at the doctor, then suddenly glanced at Su Wanqing's still flat stomach. His pupils constricted violently, and his breathing suddenly became heavy.
Are you pregnant?
His Wanqing... is pregnant with their child?
The little life that he had carefully planned for and looked forward to day and night... was really here?
The immense, overwhelming ecstasy and belated panic, like two huge waves, instantly drowned him! He suddenly let go of Su Wanqing's hand, but as if afraid of breaking her, he stood there at a loss. Commander Huo, who was always as calm as a mountain and commanded with confidence, was now like a new soldier on the battlefield for the first time, completely confused!
"Are...are you sure?" His voice was very hoarse, with a slight tremor that he himself did not even notice. He asked the doctor for confirmation, but his eyes were fixed on Su Wanqing's face.
"The indicators are very clear, and it's basically confirmed." The doctor confirmed with a smile, "But to be on the safe side, I recommend another ultrasound tomorrow to confirm it."
Receiving a positive response, Huo Tingxiao felt as if all his strength had been drained from him, yet at the same time, he was infused with boundless energy. Slowly, ever so slowly, he turned to face Su Wanqing, his deep eyes brimming with a complex mix of emotions—shock, ecstasy, disbelief, overwhelming tenderness, and a hint of... a nervousness bordering on fragile.
He stretched out his hand, his fingertips trembling slightly, and stroked Su Wanqing's still flat belly very gently and carefully. His movements were as clumsy as a child, as if he was touching a rare treasure that was unparalleled in the world.
Su Wanqing looked at his completely lost composure, at the unprecedented tenderness and nervousness in his eyes that threatened to overflow, and the tears she had been holding back finally burst forth. She nodded vigorously, choking and unable to speak, but simply reached out and tightly grasped his large hand that was caressing her lower abdomen.
Feeling the warmth and slight trembling of her palm, Huo Tingxiao snapped back to his senses. He took a deep breath, trying to calm his turbulent emotions. He gently embraced Su Wanqing in his arms, holding them tightly while carefully avoiding her lower abdomen.
He rested his chin on the top of her head, his voice low and hoarse, with a solemnity that was almost like an oath and... a barely perceptible sob:
"Wanqing...we have a child."
"Don't be afraid...I'm here."
"I will protect you...definitely."
These few simple words carry more than a thousand pounds of weight, carrying the deepest love and responsibility of a man, a man who is about to become a father.
Su Wanqing leaned against his solid, warm chest, listening to his violent yet powerful heartbeat and feeling his slightly trembling body. Her heart was filled with immense happiness and peace. All her anxiety and uneasiness vanished at this moment.
The biggest surprise finally arrived.
The fruit of their love is quietly growing in her body.
At this moment, all the waiting, all the hardships, and all the storms become worth it.
Huo Tingxiao hugged his wife tightly in his arms, feeling the incredible miracle. His cold heart was completely filled with an unprecedented, soft and powerful warmth.
From then on, his life had a new and most important mission.
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