Chapter 125 She's about to give birth.
Zhou Shufen spoke calmly.
"The most important thing right now is to get to the hospital. Don't think about anything else. Let's go right away."
Seeing her mother-in-law so calm and composed, Qin Guifang's panic subsided slightly.
She unconsciously clutched her stomach with both hands.
"Zhenyi, you drive, the three of us will leave now."
Zhou Shufen immediately turned to Guo Zhenyi and said.
Guo Zhenyi quickly stepped forward, supporting Qin Guifang's arm with one hand and protecting her back with the other.
The three of them didn't bother to grab anything else and quickly went downstairs.
Guo Zhenyi started the car and stepped on the gas, heading straight for the hospital.
Upon arriving at the hospital, a new problem arose.
The emergency obstetrics nurse checked the situation and confirmed that the amniotic sac had ruptured and the patient needed to be admitted to the hospital immediately.
However, due to the premature birth and the recent drop in temperature, pregnant women are being admitted to the hospital in large numbers, leading to an extreme shortage of hospital rooms.
They could only wait on makeshift stretchers in the corridor.
Qin Guifang was already sweating profusely from the pain, and when she heard that she had to wait, her heart sank completely.
She lay on the narrow stretcher, panting heavily.
Her eyes stung, and tears welled up in them, almost spilling over.
Her biggest fear was having nowhere to give birth and having to endure the pain in the cold corridor.
What if the child suffers from oxygen deprivation and other problems if this is delayed for too long?
"Mom, what should I do?"
She gripped Zhou Shufen's hand tightly.
"Don't be afraid, listen to me."
Zhou Shufen leaned closer to her.
"Stay calm and don't panic. We're in the hospital now, and the doctors and nurses have seen what's going on. They definitely won't ignore it. Just follow my rhythm and breathe slowly, inhale... exhale... inhale... exhale. Don't hold your breath, and don't push too hard. It's not time yet."
Her tone was calm and steady, like a dam, stopping Qin Guifang's emotions from collapsing.
"What can I do? I'm so scared..."
Qin Guifang choked up.
Zhou Shufen's gaze was firm, and her voice was low but powerful.
“Listen carefully, the most important thing is to calm down. You need to believe in yourself and believe in us. As for other things, your Uncle Guo and I will handle them, ask questions, and coordinate. Just take care of yourself, keep your breathing steady, and conserve your energy, understand? The child needs you to stay calm and strong.”
Her words were like a warm current, slowly seeping into Qin Guifang's panicked heart.
Qin Guifang was panting, tears still streaming down her face, but her breathing gradually calmed down.
"Okay, don't be afraid. Hold my hand and scream if it hurts. Don't hold it in."
Zhou Shufen said softly, her tone gentle yet firm.
She squatted down next to Qin Guifang, her gaze never leaving her face.
Her hand was firmly held by Qin Guifang, who simply squeezed it back even tighter, conveying silent encouragement.
"You've done a great job. I'm here for you. We'll get through this together."
Guo Zhenyi was busy making phone calls, and the back of his clothes was soaked.
His voice was low, filled with anxiety and pleading.
He called his relatives and friends one by one, trying his best to secure a delivery room bed for his daughter-in-law.
He knew in his heart that the corridor was not a place to give birth.
Who could bear to have her wait in the hallway to give birth?
That is not only physical torture, but also a trampling of dignity.
He made several phone calls, each one feeling like a race against time.
A few minutes later, the other party called back to confirm that they had finally secured a bed!
He breathed a sigh of relief, but dared not delay, and turned to run to the maternity ward.
Guo Zhenyi quickly ran back, his steps hurried, his shoes making a "thump-thump" sound on the ground.
"There are rooms available! Follow me."
He knew that this bed also provided his family with a sense of security and dignity.
He called a nurse, and together they helped Qin Guifang up, afraid of aggravating her discomfort.
The two men supported her from both sides and moved her towards the ward.
Qin Guifang was pale and had to grit her teeth and endure every step she took.
After entering the ward and lying down, the contractions became more and more frequent.
The nurse immediately realized that the baby was about to be born when she saw the urgency of the situation.
As soon as the registration was completed, Qin Guifang was immediately sent to the operating room.
Time is of the essence, and there is no room for delay.
"Quickly, prepare the cesarean section instruments! The cervix is fully dilated and the baby's heartbeat is normal, but the mother is exhausted and we must deliver the baby as soon as possible."
The nurse quickly reported into the walkie-talkie.
"Listen to Mom, don't be afraid. The doctors and nurses are all reliable and have excellent skills. Our hospital delivers hundreds of babies every year and has never had a problem."
Zhou Shufen leaned close to Qin Guifang's ear, her voice as soft as a breeze.
"I'll be here waiting for you. When you come out, the first thing you'll see is me. Our little baby will be safe and sound too, won't you?"
She and Guo Zhenyi were taken to the operating room.
Zhou Shufen was still gently comforting Qin Guifang until she was wheeled in.
Guo Zhenyi also whispered his instructions.
"Don't be nervous, the nurses will come out and call us if anything happens."
Their eyes remained fixed on the closing door.
At this moment, Qin Guifang's emotions were much calmer, and her breathing was more regular than before.
She tried her best to hear every instruction from the doctor and exerted force in rhythm with the movement.
"Great, push a little harder, the head's out! One more time!"
She struggled with all her might, letting out low groans, but she never gave up.
Zhou Shufen clenched her hands tightly in front of her chest, her heart clenching with worry.
Her gaze remained fixed on the tightly closed operating room door.
"Stop pacing back and forth, it's giving me a headache."
Guo Zhenyi sat on the bench, his brows furrowed tightly.
Actually, he was anxious too, but he didn't want to show it, afraid of affecting Zhou Shufen's mood.
"How could I control it? The thought of Guifang suffering alone inside makes me feel terrible."
Zhou Shufen's voice suddenly choked up.
She stopped and raised her hand to wipe the corner of her eye.
The scene of her giving birth years ago flashed through her mind.
Because she had given birth herself, she knew that the pain was not ordinary.
At that moment, no one can share your burden; you can only rely on your willpower to get through it little by little.
Thinking about what Qin Guifang was going through right now, her heart felt like it was being pricked by needles.
"I understand, but there's nothing we can do to help right now; we can only wait outside."
Guo Zhenyi walked to her side, his voice much softer than before.
"The doctors are all top-notch, experienced, and kind. They wouldn't joke around with the mother and baby. You can rest for a while, even just lean back in your chair and close your eyes."
He gently patted her shoulder and whispered words of advice.
"You'll have to help take care of her when she gets out. If she collapses from exhaustion, who will support this family?"
Guo Zhenyi comforted her while gently taking her hand and leading her to a chair by the corridor.
After Zhou Shufen was seated, he patted her on the shoulder, his eyes full of concern.
Zhou Shufen nodded, her eyes still a little red.
He was clearly quite nervous just now.
She took a deep breath, her chest rising and falling slightly.
His breathing gradually calmed down.
At this time, Zhou Haiqing also received the news.
As soon as his phone rang once, he grabbed his coat and rushed to the hospital.
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