in2ebook Chapter 204 Pregnancy isn't as scary as you think
Chapter 204 Pregnancy isn't as scary as you think
Zhu Ziqing tilted her head, pondered for a moment, and slowly said, "At first, I really disliked the legendary Jack Tan. I thought he was aloof and unattainable. But after I truly got to know you, I found that you are not what I imagined at all. Although you have a special identity, you are very real, very warm, and very good to me. That's why I will continue to be good to you."
She looked at Tan Haoyu with deep affection and said earnestly, "Haoyu, no matter what your identity is, I will accept you. I don't ask what your identity can bring me; I can get what I want through my own efforts."
Tan Haoyu was deeply moved. He gently patted Zhu Ziqing's back and said tenderly, "Okay, I understand. Go to sleep, baby."
With Tan Haoyu's comforting words, Zhu Ziqing quickly drifted off to sleep.
Tan Haoyu, however, was wide awake, his thoughts racing like a tide. The thought of becoming a father filled him with both excitement and nervousness.
His gaze involuntarily fell on Zhu Ziqing's lower abdomen, and he began to imagine what the child would look like. "Will it be a boy or a girl?"
Tan Haoyu murmured softly, "If only I had a daughter like Ziqing, lively, cute, positive, and able to live a happy life."
Tan Haoyu carefully reached out and gently touched Zhu Ziqing's lower abdomen. Although he couldn't feel anything at the moment, he seemed to feel the baby's faint heartbeat. He was filled with emotion; time had flown by. He had never imagined he would become a father so soon. In his eyes, this child was the continuation of his and Zhu Ziqing's lives, the crystallization of their love.
In her sleep, Zhu Ziqing suddenly murmured to herself, "Haoyu, will we always be together?"
Although Tan Haoyu couldn't see Zhu Ziqing's expression or hear her voice, he still nodded firmly and said softly, "Yes, baby, we will always be together and never be separated."
In fact, from the moment he decided to register his marriage with Zhu Ziqing, he firmly believed that they would stay together forever and never hesitated for a moment.
The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window and fell on Zhu Ziqing's face.
She slowly woke up and was surprised to find Tan Haoyu still lying next to her in his pajamas.
"Haoyu, why haven't you gone to work yet?" Zhu Ziqing asked, rubbing her sleepy eyes.
Tan Haoyu smiled at her and said, "I have a day off today and I want to spend some time with you."
Zhu Ziqing smiled slightly and teased, "I bet you don't want to go to work because you're too happy."
Tan Haoyu gently pinched Zhu Ziqing's nose and said with a smile, "You guessed it."
Zhu Ziqing sat up and said seriously, "Haoyu, I don't want to give up my job because I'm pregnant. I want to work hard to earn money for baby formula and I don't want to become a parasite who only depends on you for a living."
Tan Haoyu frowned and said, "I want to go to work with you so I can take care of you."
Zhu Ziqing shook her head and said, "I know you mean well, but I don't want to put pressure on you or make you feel like I'm dependent on you. You're the head of the Sunshine Group, and you're so busy with work. If you come to work with me, it will make me feel like the money I earn is worthless."
Tan Haoyu felt somewhat helpless, but he understood Zhu Ziqing's thoughts. He knew that Zhu Ziqing was an independent and strong girl with her own ideas and pursuits.
“Alright, since you insist, I will respect your decision,” Tan Haoyu said. “However, if you feel unwell, be sure to tell me immediately.”
Zhu Ziqing nodded and said with a smile, "I know, don't worry."
The two lay there on the bed for a while, and then Zhu Ziqing felt she needed to go to the bathroom.
She slowly sat up in bed, and just as she was about to get out, she was stopped by Tan Haoyu's nervous voice.
"Ziqing, slow down!" Tan Haoyu rushed to the bedside, reached out and firmly supported Zhu Ziqing's waist, and said with a worried look on his face, "You're pregnant now, you can't be so clumsy."
Zhu Ziqing turned her head, glared at Tan Haoyu, and said irritably, "Haoyu, don't be so nervous, okay? I'm not made of paper. Pregnancy isn't as scary as you think."
As she spoke, she tried to break free from Tan Haoyu's hand, but Tan Haoyu seemed determined, holding her tightly without any intention of letting go.
"No, I'm still worried. You're the most important person in our family to protect right now. If something happens to you, how can I face you and the baby?" Tan Haoyu said seriously.
Zhu Ziqing sighed helplessly. She knew Tan Haoyu was concerned about her, but his excessive nervousness made her feel both amused and exasperated.
"Haoyu, you really don't need to do this. I know what I'm doing and I'll be careful," Zhu Ziqing explained again.
Tan Haoyu reluctantly withdrew his hand, but his eyes were still filled with tension and worry.
Zhu Ziqing stood up and walked towards the restroom. But she hadn't taken more than a few steps when she noticed Tan Haoyu following behind her.
"Why are you following me?" Zhu Ziqing stopped and asked, puzzled.
“I’ll go with you to the restroom,” Tan Haoyu replied matter-of-factly.
"What?" Zhu Ziqing's eyes widened, her face full of disbelief. "I need you to accompany me to the toilet? That's too much!"
"I'll wait for you at the door. If you need anything, I can help you immediately," Tan Haoyu insisted.
Zhu Ziqing shook her head helplessly, silently cursing in her heart, "What an idiot."
But she knew that once Tan Haoyu made a decision, it was hard to change it, so she didn't say anything more and went straight into the restroom.
After a while, Zhu Ziqing finished washing up and came out of the bathroom.
Sure enough, Tan Haoyu was still guarding the door. As soon as he saw her come out, he nervously stepped forward and looked her up and down.
"How are you? Is anything bothering you?" Tan Haoyu asked with concern.
Zhu Ziqing was both amused and exasperated. She reached out and patted Tan Haoyu's shoulder, saying, "Haoyu, can you relax a little? I'm the one giving birth, not you. Why are you so nervous?"
Tan Haoyu opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but ultimately chose to remain silent. He knew in his heart that he was being overly nervous, but he just couldn't control his worry.
Zhu Ziqing ignored Tan Haoyu and went straight to the dressing room to change. After changing, she went downstairs to have breakfast, without glancing at Tan Haoyu once more.
During the meal, Zhu Ziqing secretly observed Tan Haoyu.
She discovered that Tan Haoyu was decisive and efficient at work, but in his personal life, he became so cautious and nervous about her pregnancy. Although he didn't say sweet words, every action he took revealed his care for her.