After Yu Ting had her ultrasound, she took the images back to the female doctor. After looking at the images for a while, the doctor seemed to understand. Noting Yu Ting’s young age and guessing she was a new mother-to-be, the doctor shared more: "You’ve been pregnant for over a month. At this stage, you may experience symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, lack of appetite, and nausea. These are all normal early pregnancy symptoms, so don’t worry too much. They should disappear on their own in about two weeks."
"Now is the stage when miscarriages are most likely to occur. Try to avoid any rigorous physical activity as it could lead to a threatened miscarriage. Also, abstain from sex."
"You should take some folic acid until the third month of pregnancy. Maintain a good mental state and avoid excessive fatigue."
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Pregnancy is a big deal for a woman, and the doctor didn’t sugarcoat anything, listing many things for Yu Ting.
It took about seven or eight minutes to finish. After thanking the doctor, Yu Ting left the consultation room with her ultrasound image and a prescription. The prescription was filled with nutritional supplements designated for maintaining a balanced diet.
As Yu Ting walked out of the consultation room somewhat bewildered, she saw Nanchen running towards her near the elevator. He must have been running very fast. Not only had he not buttoned his top button, but the wind had also tousled his hair.
Yu Ting watched Nanchen, who quickened his pace, embracing Yu Ting gently into his arms.
He was excited.
After holding her for over ten minutes, Nanchen released her and softly asked, "So you’re really pregnant? What did the doctor say?"
"Yes, over a month now. The doctor said my sleepiness, nausea, and lack of appetite are normal reactions." Yu Ting repeated everything the doctor had told her to Nanchen.
He listened and watched intensely, his eyes lingering on Yu Ting’s still flat belly.
A unique affection welled up within him.
After listening to her attentively, they fell into silence. They were both going to be parents for the first time — a sudden realization.
Nanchen took a deep breath and asked, "So, do you want this child? I... I will respect your decision."
It was too early, much too early.
If this was happening three or four years later, Nanchen wouldn’t have any doubts.
But Yu Ting was just 21.
Only recently, she had expressed her disinterest in early pregnancies...
Learning about her pregnancy so suddenly, Yu Ting was also in a bit of a chaos. She planned to ponder over it more, knowing it was a big decision.
"Let’s go home first. The smell of disinfectant in the hospital is a bit unpleasant."
Yu Ting gently replied, avoiding his question.
Nanchen’s face fell a little, but he agreed before accompanying her. Together they went downstairs where Nanchen collected Yu Ting’s medication from the pharmacy and took care of all the procedures before leaving the hospital.
The doctor advised reasonable exercise and less fatigue.
Yu Ting promptly decided to cancel the latter half of the recording for the variety show, took a stroll hand in hand with Nanchen wearing her mask and sunglasses along the sidewalk.
Yu Ting walked on the inside while Nanchen walked on the outside, their hands tightly entwined.
They were a beautiful couple, walking shoulder to shoulder. Their slender figures highlighted by their thin clothing. As they walked, they ended up at a park.
There were quite a few people in the park, from elderlies practicing Tai Chi to young kids playing in a small sandbox.
The children were young, some as young as three, enjoying their playtime to the fullest.
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