CHAPTER 336: CHAPTER 0328: DELIVERY (12)

The village chief lived not far from the Chen Family.

The runner from the Chen Family quickly brought the village chief over.

After inquiring about the situation, the village chief immediately said, "Other matters are minor, but assisting with childbirth is the most important. Whatever issue arises, I will naturally ensure fairness." Was the Chen Family stalling, intending to harm the child?

With everything settled, Li Yuzhu entered the bedroom again.

Following her instructions, everyone set down curtains in the room to shield the bed and placed the necessary items such as water, basins, and cloth towels around the bed. Everyone withdrew behind the curtains to wait.

No one dared to intrude.

Outside the room, Eldest Chen and Old Man Chen occasionally stood at the door to ask about the situation, but Old Mrs. Chen sent them away.

Time passed quietly.

Li Yuzhu methodically prepared.

After disinfecting her hands, she activated the sterile surgical space, encasing herself and the woman in labor.

The woman in labor could not see any of this.

Li Yuzhu took out a syringe, calculating the dosage.

The woman in labor had never seen such a peculiar needle.

Could a needle really emit water?

"This is Powder for Anesthesia, so you won’t feel pain," Li Yuzhu said. "Just lie there quietly, soon you’ll see your child."

The child...

This sparked a bit of anticipation in the woman in labor.

She looked at Li Yuzhu, gratefully nodding, "Thank you."

She felt like she was standing at the threshold of death, and this little girl said she would bring her back.

This must be a fairy sent by heaven.

Li Yuzhu smiled slightly at her, disinfected her body, and started administering the anesthetic.

Then, she prepared various surgical instruments.

Brightly shining small knives and scissors were neatly placed on the white cloth by the bedside, intriguing the woman in labor.

Li Yuzhu gestured for the woman to speak less because she was operating alone during the surgery.

The woman in labor cooperatively closed her lips.

Once the anesthetic took effect, Li Yuzhu used various instruments from the space to begin the cesarean section for Madam Chen.

Outside the curtains, Old Mrs. Chen loudly asked, "Why is it silent? Is my eldest daughter-in-law okay?"

Li Yuzhu was annoyed, "She’s fine. If you keep yelling, I won’t assist with the childbirth. Just keep guard outside! The child is coming out soon!"

The women of the Chen Family dared not make noise anymore and waited quietly.

With no disturbances, Li Yuzhu’s surgery went smoothly.

Madam Chen gave birth to a daughter.

She weighed the baby in the void, a good eight pounds and two ounces.

The baby cried loudly, indicating very healthy lungs.

Li Yuzhu cleaned the baby, dressed her in the small clothes placed by the bed, and carried her outside, "Come quickly, catch this pale, chubby eight-pound-two-ounce baby girl, she’s very healthy."

Outside the curtains, everyone burst into laughter upon hearing the baby’s cries, but when it was announced as a girl, Old Mrs. Chen’s expression immediately changed.

However, several of Old Mrs. Chen’s nieces-in-law were all delighted, laughing around the baby.

What’s the use of having a baby girl?

To inherit the Chen family lineage, it must be a boy.

The daughters-in-law of the Chen family all had sons.

So, they flattered Old Mrs. Chen and didn’t much like Madam Chen. Of course, now that Madam Chen had a daughter, their attitude towards her changed.

Only Old Mrs. Chen, with a harsh tone, said, "What? My eldest daughter-in-law was supposed to have a grandson, how did she give birth to a girl?"

Li Yuzhu said, "Whether grandson or granddaughter, they are your descendants. A promising granddaughter can also bring honor to the family. The woman’s wound hasn’t been cleaned up yet; I need to see her."

With that, Li Yuzhu quickly walked back behind the curtains.

Old Mrs. Chen glanced at the niece-in-law holding the baby, with a face of disdain, turning her head away, unwilling to look or hold her.

The nieces-in-law, however, were very happy with the baby.

One said, "Aunt, this little girl looks a lot like the eldest brother."

Another said, "The nose is most like."

"No, the mouth is most like."

Old Mrs. Chen couldn’t be bothered to look and went outside.

Outside, hearing the baby’s cries, the Chen family father and sons eagerly approached Old Mrs. Chen.

Old Chen laughed heartily and asked, "Listen to that loud voice, it must be a chubby grandson, right?"

Eldest Chen also looked expectantly at his mother.

"What a lousy grandson, just a girl!" Old Mrs. Chen sneered.

Old Man Chen was still grinning, "As long as it’s a child of my Old Chen Family, whether it’s a girl or a yellow-haired boy, as long as they’re healthy, that’s all that matters, hahaha! Old Ma, where’s Old Ma? Go get fifty jin of wine! We’re having a feast!"

Old Man Chen happily shouted to the workers.

"Understood, Master."

The Eldest Chen wasn’t disappointed either, smiling foolishly, rubbing his big hands, wanting to go into the bedroom but not daring to.

In the countryside, the rule is that men can’t see the woman who gave birth until the midwife comes out.

Chen the Second and Chen the Third were also grinning, congratulating Eldest Chen together.

The village chief, who came to witness, also congratulated the Chen Family.

Li Xing’an and Mu Yuanxiu both breathed a sigh of relief, their tense hearts relaxed.

Old Mrs. Chen raised her eyebrows and silently returned to her room to sleep.

Tian Dawang and his wife were the happiest; now that the Chen Family’s issues were resolved, their debt could be postponed.

They also congratulated Old Man Chen.

Just an hour earlier, the two families were fighting tooth and nail, but now, because of the newborn, all grudges were forgotten.

Old Man Chen laughed heartily, "Ah, congratulations, congratulations, thank you, thank you, come have a drink with us later."

In the bedroom, Li Yuzhu cleaned up Madam Chen’s wounds, washed her hands, and sat waiting.

In places unseen by everyone, various modern instruments were monitoring Madam Chen’s health.

Blood pressure, ECG.

The hour following childbirth is the most critical time—whether there will be massive bleeding will be determined during this period. Surviving it means the surgery was a success.

Li Yuzhu dared not be careless, carefully observing the condition of the mother.

At the doorway, the Eldest Chen shouted to see his wife, he couldn’t wait any longer.

Li Yuzhu allowed him in.

Madam Chen’s abdomen was stitched up, so he could look now.

The Eldest Chen came to the bedside, finding his wife still asleep, and asked in surprise, "Is she alright?"

Li Yuzhu replied, "Childbirth is extremely exhausting, she’s tired, she’s sleeping now, she’ll wake up in a half hour. The anesthesia hasn’t worn off yet."

The Eldest Chen nodded, "That’s good." Then he thought for a moment and said, "You can only leave when my wife wakes up."

Li Yuzhu thought to herself, he’s quite concerned about his wife.

"Alright, I’ll wait here." Of course, she wasn’t leaving until she felt assured.

After waiting for about thirty minutes, Madam Chen woke up.

Li Yuzhu smiled and congratulated her, "Madam, you gave birth to a daughter who weighs eight pounds and two ounces; her cry is loud and healthy. She’s plump and as pretty as you."

Madam Chen was stunned, showing a bittersweet expression, "Thank you for your hard work."

The Eldest Chen, who was outside watching the child, heard Madam Chen speaking and immediately walked in from behind the curtain to the bedside.

"You’ve worked hard, too," The Eldest Chen said foolishly, smiling.

Madam Chen managed a smile, "Where’s the child?"

"The sisters are holding her," The Eldest Chen said, still smiling.

Li Yuzhu walked outside the curtain, taking the child from several women.

Madam Chen saw the small pink bundle and struggled to reach out to take it.

Li Yuzhu carried the baby over, letting her nurse first, and then placed her beside Madam Chen, "You have a big wound on your stomach, and it’s not suitable to move in the next two days. You’ll need someone to help feed the baby."

Madam Chen gratefully nodded, then turned her head to look at her daughter, tears rolling down her cheeks.

Why is it a daughter?

Why is it a daughter?

Seeing her disappointed and defeated expression, Li Yuzhu guessed it was because she had given birth to a daughter.

She comforted Madam Chen, "This child is truly blessed; she will definitely become a lucky charm who brings wealth. Your family’s old man is so happy he’s been grinning all day, calling for wine to be poured and a banquet to celebrate."

These words weren’t made up; outside, the atmosphere was lively.

"Oh." Madam Chen’s expression finally softened.

Li Yuzhu then told the Eldest Chen, "Your wife has a very large wound on her abdomen; it’s not suitable for her to move. Your family needs to arrange people to take care of her day and night—food, drink, and needs must be properly attended to. To prevent major bleeding, I’ll leave tomorrow, but for today I’ll stay here and watch over her."

Helping until the end.

Old Man Chen had a temper but was generous; upon seeing his healthy granddaughter, he immediately gave ten taels of patterned silver as a consultation fee and was now entertaining Li Xing’an, Mu Yuanxiu, and the Tian Dawang couple with wine.

She also drank a bowl of chicken soup with ginseng to replenish her energy.

Otherwise, she wouldn’t have the strength to stay here watching over Madam Chen.

The Eldest Chen wanted to keep her from leaving so soon.

Li Yuzhu voluntarily said it, and he was overjoyed.