As time passed, just as Ertai, restless and unable to contain himself any longer, was about to ask a question, the doctor who was taking his pulse finally spoke.
The first thing he said was a low-pitched congratulation.
"Your wife is pregnant; she's been pregnant for over two months."
Upon hearing the doctor's words, Ertai was completely stunned.
Is she pregnant?
Hasn't he been taking birth control pills all along? He knows Shen Nian's health isn't good, so he doesn't plan on letting her get pregnant and have a baby.
She herself is still a baby.
But how could the little princess be pregnant?
It's impossible for the little princess to have another man; he's with the little princess every day.
The problem must lie with the doctor and the contraceptive medication he was taking.
Ertai led Doctor Ma out of the inner room.
"Did Dr. Ma diagnose it correctly?"
Ertai asked aloud.
"It's confirmed, that's right, your wife is pregnant. Congratulations, young master."
Dr. Ma nodded firmly and affirmatively, his face showing sincere blessings.
Since the young couple came to their town, the town has become richer and shed its title as the poorest town. The couple also helped them solve the flood problem that had plagued them for many years.
Everyone in their town was incredibly grateful to the two of them.
"Dr. Ma, could you please take a look at this for me?"
Upon receiving Dr. Ma's blessing, Ertai forced a smile, turned around and went to another room to get an oil paper package. When he opened the package, the dregs of medicine that he hadn't had time to throw away were revealed, and Ertai handed it over.
"this……"
Doctor Ma took the dregs of medicine handed to him by Ertai. His medical skills were not bad. He examined them carefully and then looked at Ertai in shock.
"Could you please take a look? Is there something wrong with this medicine?"
Ertai's face remained remarkably calm, leaving Doctor Ma unsure whether Ertai was happy or unhappy to learn that his wife was pregnant.
"This medicine is missing one ingredient."
After examining the patient carefully, Dr. Ma confirmed Ertai's guess.
How much damage does abortion cause to the body?
Having confirmed his guess, Ertai paused, becoming extremely calm, though his voice was hoarse.
She was in poor health, and he didn't want the child to worsen her already poor condition.
Having witnessed Qing'er's severe morning sickness during her pregnancy, and how Xiao Yanzi became extremely thin after getting pregnant, losing all her usual lively demeanor, and having heard E Ting describe the perilous childbirth experience of Saiya, Ertai was terrified just thinking about it.
He didn't want his little princess to suffer the same pain.
"Shoot? Shoot it off?"
Ertai's words startled Doctor Ma. Did this young master not truly love his wife? Shouldn't he be happy to know she was pregnant? Why was his first reaction to abort her?
"She is not in good health."
Seeing Dr. Ma's face change instantly, Ertai calmly said something, his gaze falling on Shen Nian, who was still sleeping on the bed, his eyes filled with deep love.
She's already so sleepy at such a young age; it will probably be even worse later on.
So even though he was happy to know the child was coming, she was more important to him. He would rather not have the child, and...
It would be cruel to leave this child alone in the future.
So it's better not to do it in the first place.
"Young master, your wife is in good health right now. Aborting the child would cause her more harm. Besides, have you asked your wife's opinion? What if Madam Shen really wants the child?"
After hearing Ertai's explanation, Dr. Ma's doubts disappeared, and he truthfully recounted the current situation, asking the last question cautiously.
Dr. Ma's words silenced Ertai.
She wanted to recall the envious look in other people's eyes when they stared at their children, and the way they held Saiya's child and wouldn't let go. They always asked her with expectant eyes if she wanted a baby, but she always avoided the topic and felt disappointed.
Every time I say I'll work overtime or have a baby, I always obediently compromise and cooperate with my own crazy ideas.
He thought he shouldn't make the decision alone.
...
"Thank you, Dr. Ma. Could you please tell me how to take care of my wife? Could you please write me a detailed list?"
Having made up his mind, Ertai began to ask how he could better take care of Chen Nian.
Before deciding whether or not to pursue it, Chen Nian definitely needs to be taken care of.
"It's nothing, it's nothing, I'll write it for you right away."
Dr. Ma took the paper from Ertai with a wave of his hand and started writing furiously.
"Thank you for your trouble, Dr. Ma. Please don't tell my wife about the contraceptive."
Ertai carefully put away the paper that Doctor Ma had given him, cupped his hands in greeting, and handed over the silver.
"No need to give money, no need to give money. It is my honor to be able to help you two. You have helped us so much, we should be grateful to you."
Doctor Ma refused the hand that Ertai was offering.
He turned around, grabbed his medicine box, and ran off as fast as he could, afraid that Ertai would catch up with him.
...
Not long after Dr. Ma left, everyone in town knew that Shen Nian was pregnant, and they all brought vegetables, fruits, and pastries to express their gratitude.
"Aunties, uncles, is there something you need?"
Hearing the knock on the door, Ertai, who was simmering soup in the kitchen, put down his spoon and opened the door. He saw a group of his aunts and uncles standing outside, each carrying something. Ertai asked in confusion.
"Where is Madam Chen?"
"We haven't seen that beautiful, fairy-like person," everyone asked.
"Sleeping."
Ertai answered honestly.
"Congratulations, Mr. Shen! I heard that Madam Shen is pregnant. These are vegetables we grew ourselves. I hope you won't find them unappetizing."
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