Xuan Mingyu opened the small brocade box directly, and what was inside was—
A very miniature gold-inlaid jade bracelet?!
It is indeed very tiny. Although Bai Xiaoruo is petite and has slender wrists, it is still quite difficult for her to wear such a small bracelet.
Xuan Xingze snatched it back and closed the lid of the brocade box. "It's not a gift for you. Brother, aren't you being a little too protective of the little one? Are you afraid I'll poison her?"
He handed the small brocade box back to Bai Xiaoruo, saying, "Little one, this is for the baby in your belly."
"abdomen?"
"The one inside?"
Bai Xiaoruo and Xian Mingyu stared in surprise at her flat stomach.
Upon hearing that it was for the baby in her belly, the elders became anxious.
"Xiao Ruo, are you pregnant?"
"Huh? This..." How was she supposed to explain this?
Bai Xiaoruo nervously moved closer to Xuan Mingyu. She didn't know when she got pregnant, her period last month was normal, and she always took medicine afterward... Oh no! Speaking of medicine, she was completely clueless!
She didn't bring her medication with her when they came on their honeymoon, and she's already missed taking it twice. She doesn't know if it's a problem.
Although they sell that kind of medicine here, ... I'm about to board the plane, and I'm too embarrassed to tell everyone directly about this.
His mother already disliked her, and if she found out they had taken precautions afterwards, she would definitely be even more dissatisfied with her.
If this gets back to the grandparents, they will definitely be very sad, since they so desperately want a great-grandson.
Bai Xiaoru subconsciously touched her lower abdomen, hoping that she wouldn't be so unlucky as to get pregnant after just one missed period.
"I'll let everyone know if there's any good news. But thank you for the gift anyway; I think one day the baby will find it useful."
Yes, some babies will find it useful.
But... it's not her and Xian Mingyu's baby.
Bai Xiaoruo glanced at the man beside her and sighed silently in her heart. He wouldn't like her baby. In one year and two months, she would have to sign the divorce papers with Xian Mingyu according to the agreement. What baby? It wouldn't exist at all.
In fact, Bai Xiaoruo didn't want to take the pill after every time. She knew very well how harmful the drug was to her body and how serious the side effects were. But he would take her without taking any precautions every time. Apart from taking the pill afterward, there was no other way to prevent the arrival of that unwanted child.
"I didn't say the little one already has it. Anyway, he'll need it someday." Xuan Xingze stuck out his tongue playfully. The gifts he gave were never according to any rules; he just bought whatever came to mind.
Bai Xiaoruo breathed a small sigh of relief, and of course, Xuan Mingyu beside her also breathed a sigh of relief.
No children, that's fine.
It's almost time to board.
Fang Peiru suddenly took out a small red cloth bag from her pocket and handed it to Bai Xiaoruo. "Here, this is for you. You can see what's inside when you get on the plane. It's nothing valuable, so don't worry about it too much. You two... if you have time in the future, come back and stay here more often. It's been a long time since our house has been lively."
Bai Xiaoru stared blankly at the small cloth bag that Fang Peiru had stuffed into her palm, somewhat at a loss. This was the first time Fang Peiru had given her a gift, and Bai Xiaoru was so excited that she didn't know what to say.
Regardless of its value, she will keep it carefully.
Feeling warm inside, Bai Xiaoruo gripped the hand tightly, truly happy.
Before boarding the plane, Bai Xiaoru hugged Fang Peiru for the first time, saying, "Mom, thank you. Whenever we have time, Mingyu and I will definitely come back to stay here again."
"What are you thanking me for? Didn't I already say we're family?" Fang Peiru said reproachfully.
It feels strange to suddenly hear such mushy talk.
Well, the little girl has been behaving quite well these past few days, so I'll reluctantly accept her.
Yes, we're family.
very nice.
Bai Xiaoruo's nose suddenly felt a little sore; she hadn't felt this sense of home in a very, very long time.
Even if it's only for a short time, she's content.
I will have no regrets in this lifetime.
***
On the plane, thinking about what Xuan Xingze said at the airport and the bracelet, Xuan Mingyu would feel inexplicably upset.
His gaze kept drifting towards Bai Xiaoruo's lower abdomen.
Every night I hold her, and her skin feels so smooth and she doesn't have an ounce of fat. She's always so energetic and doesn't seem like someone who would get pregnant. I don't think she's pregnant, right?
She must have taken her medication obediently afterward every time, right?
Bai Xiaoruo had noticed the burning gaze beside her a long time ago. She avoided it many times, but she still felt a little strange.
Why does he keep looking at her? It seems he's staring at her stomach and legs.
Is there something wrong with her stomach and legs?
"What's wrong?"
"Bai Xiaoruo, I have a question for you. You must answer me honestly, without hesitation or lying."
"Hmm... go ahead and ask." His expression looked very serious, which made Bai Xiaoruo a little nervous.
Have you been taking any medication lately?
"Of course, I have food, and I won't miss a single meal. Don't worry, I won't get pregnant with your baby... and I won't cause you any trouble." She lowered her eyes, and as she spoke, her heart ached uncontrollably. He had asked so directly, which showed how much he cared and how afraid he was that she might be pregnant.
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