The Jiang family members who heard the news were stunned and turned to look at Xu Ningyan's stomach.
So, how could such a small belly be carrying two babies?
Jiang Zhiyuan's first reaction was to ask Old Yu, "Yan Yan is still young, will having twins affect her health?"
Jiang Yuan also looked at Old Yu nervously. She worked in a hospital and, although she was a surgeon, she often heard about what happened in the obstetrics and gynecology department.
While giving birth in a hospital is safer than at home, childbirth is still a life-threatening ordeal for women.
In the hospital, every now and then you would hear news from the obstetrics and gynecology department about a woman having an accident during childbirth.
She adores her grandson, but she also adores her daughter-in-law!
Old Yu stroked his beard: "It seems alright so far, but we need to be extra careful later on. Twins are rarely born at full term; they usually come early. We need to be extra vigilant after seven months. After five months, come see me every two weeks to check your pulse. If anything happens, go to the hospital immediately. Do not attempt to deliver at home, especially since this is your first time with twins. It's safer to go to the hospital!"
Jiang Yuan suddenly remembered something: "Our hospital's obstetrics and gynecology department has an ultrasound machine. I heard it can clearly show how many babies are in the womb, and even the sex. Tomorrow, let's take Yan Yan to get one too, so we can feel at ease."
Mr. Yu had heard of this imported machine long ago. He didn't have much prejudice against either traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine as long as they could cure diseases and save lives.
"If the ultrasound machine can see clearly, then we can go and have it checked. But I think there's nothing wrong with this pregnancy. Just control your diet in the future, don't eat too much and get too fat, and move around more, otherwise I'm afraid it might be difficult to give birth!"
After they had all finished discussing and left Mr. Yu's house, Xu Ningyan was still questioning the meaning of life.
Are you kidding me? Other people's heroines have all sorts of halos and cheat codes.
So, is the plan for her to carry twins to term?
It just doesn't seem like they care whether she lives or dies.
Seeing that she hadn't come to her senses yet, Jiang Zhiyuan was filled with worry and fear. He didn't care about what others thought, and pulled Xu Ningyan into his arms, stroking her hair and back to comfort her. "Don't be afraid! I'm here!"
The driver, seeing this tender side of Jiang Zhiyuan for the first time, swallowed hard and dared only stare ahead, not even daring to glance in the rearview mirror.
Jiang Yuan sat in the front, her face also filled with worry.
When Mei got home, she was startled to see that everyone looked unwell, thinking something had happened.
Upon hearing this, she breathed a sigh of relief and comforted her, "It's alright! I think Xiaoyan's frame and pelvis are quite large, so she looks like she'll have a good fertility. Back in our brigade, there was another woman who was pregnant with twins. She was even smaller than Xiaoyan, and it was her first pregnancy. She had a smooth delivery and gave birth to twin sons!"
“Our Xiaoyan is healthy and well-nourished. She’s also in the city, so everything will definitely go smoothly for her.”
Mei Jie's words softened Jiang Yuan's expression considerably.
Seeing Jiang Zhiyuan half-embracing Xu Ningyan as they entered the house, she didn't follow. She was already thinking that she should go see the head of the obstetrics and gynecology department first thing tomorrow morning and have a good talk with him.
Upon entering the room, Xu Ningyan was given a glass of warm water. This was something Old Master Yu had instructed her to avoid tea after becoming pregnant and to drink warm water instead.
With Sister Mei around, there's always perfectly warm boiled water at home.
Holding a glass of plain water, Xu Ningyan's thoughts drifted far away.
Carrying two steamed buns at once seems quite convenient.
The one-child policy was implemented in 1980. Before that, the prevailing belief was that more children meant more happiness, and the more children the better.
Any family that can have children will have at least three or four.
Especially in rural areas, families with many members and a lot of work are more likely to earn money and avoid being bullied.
Everyone put in their best effort.
However, she was from a later era and wasn't particularly enthusiastic about having children. The fact that she was even thinking about having a child with Jiang Zhiyuan showed how deeply she loved him.
Having read too many testimonials from experienced women, I can tell that even with abundant money and material support, the physical damage and devastation caused by childbirth to a woman is irreversible.
Her love is currently only enough to give Jiang Zhiyuan one child.
Therefore, there isn't much love.
But if they are twins, they will suffer once and reap two fruits.
Even if we don't have any more children in the future, it will be understandable.
Jiang Zhiyuan watched as Xu Ningyan remained deep in thought, unsure of what she was thinking, and felt increasingly uncertain.
After thinking for a moment, he gritted his teeth, hugged Xu Ningyan tightly, and whispered in her ear, "If you're really scared, while the pregnancy is still early, I'll ask Old Master Yu to prescribe some medicine for you—"
What kind of insolent and lewd words are these?
Xu Ningyan felt like her whole body was about to crack open!
She looked up in shock to see Jiang Zhiyuan.
Jiang Zhiyuan's eyes showed reluctance and pain, but more than anything, they showed worry. His concern for her health took precedence, which is why he said those words.
Xu Ningyan then realized that she had been daydreaming and had caused Jiang Zhiyuan to misunderstand.
She wasn't like this before, but after becoming pregnant, she became lethargic and easily distracted.
She shook her head hurriedly, wrapped her arms around Jiang Zhiyuan's neck, and kissed him on the cheek: "I'm not scared! I'm happy! Others have to suffer twice to have two children, but I only have to suffer once! I'm overjoyed!"
"I know you mean well, but don't say things like that again. If Mom hears you, she might break your legs—"
Jiang Zhiyuan stared intently into Xu Ningyan's eyes for a long time. Seeing that she was not putting on any effort and was genuinely happy, his expression visibly relaxed.
She kissed Xu Ningyan's nose and said softly, "Whatever makes you happy!"
After a tumultuous morning, Xu Ningyan was held in Jiang Zhiyuan's arms and coaxed affectionately, and soon sleepiness washed over her again.
She had been struggling to open her eyes, but Jiang Zhiyuan gently patted her back twice and said softly, "You can sleep peacefully for a while—" and she quickly fell into a deep sleep.
Seeing that she was fast asleep, her face was rounder due to pregnancy, and she had gained some weight, making her feel even more comfortable to hold. Her cheeks had a faint pink hue, and her lips were rosy and soft, showing that she was very well cared for.
Jiang Zhiyuan felt an overwhelming tenderness rising in his heart. He gently placed the person on the bed like a precious treasure, covered him with the quilt, and then, lost in thought for a moment, reluctantly left the room.
After leaving, he gave Sister Mei a few instructions before reluctantly getting into the car to go to work.
The next day, Jiang Yuan took Xu Ningyan to the obstetrics and gynecology department of the hospital for an ultrasound. At that time, the ultrasound was still black and white, which was already quite rare.
There are only three or four such machines in the entire capital city. The hospital where Jiang Yuan works has one, which was almost fought to the death by their hospital director to get it back.
An ultrasound confirmed that I am indeed carrying twins. As for the gender, it's still early in the pregnancy, so it's too early to tell.
However, after five months, it will be clear whether it is a boy or a girl.
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