CHAPTER 415: 400 BECAUSE SHE GOT PREGNANT

Throughout the entire process, Jiang Jinghuai completely ignored her.

Tian Sangsang felt an intense sourness in her heart. Summoning her courage, she called out to him: "Is the situation serious? Is Mom all right?"

He tossed out a flat, emotionless remark: "She’s not out of danger yet. The result will come out today."

He must be grieving. He looked much wearier than usual; in just one night, stubble had emerged around his jawline. During such an important moment, she hadn’t been there to comfort him. She wanted to tell him to take care of himself, that Mom would be fine. But as she lifted her gaze, Jiang Jinghuai was already gone, nowhere to be seen.

Tears swiftly rolled down her cheeks.

A feeling of being abandoned overwhelmed her. He didn’t treat her this way before. When did this discord between them begin? A surge of guilt and grievance welled up, intertwining with one another, refusing to relent, refusing to compromise.

Was she truly at fault?

Aunt Zhang finished preparing the food and left for the hospital with a food box.

Tian Sangsang was still worried about Ye Binyi. No matter the conflicts between them, at such a critical juncture, the disagreements could go to hell! She had a responsibility to fulfill as a daughter-in-law!

"Yanyan, Mommy needs to go out for a bit. Can you stay at home by yourself, okay?"

"Mommy, where are you going?" The little one blinked his round black eyes, clutching her sleeve in alarm.

She spoke gently: "To see your Daddy."

He asked, "Can I go with you?"

Tian Sangsang stroked his small face: "No, sweetheart. You stay at home and take a nap. Mommy will bring Daddy, Grandpa, and Grandma back, okay? Be good."

"Come back soon then." Meng Shuyan nodded slowly.

Tian Sangsang kissed his little cheek affectionately.

**

Arriving at City First Hospital, Tian Sangsang inquired at the front desk which ward Ye Binyi was in.

After hearing the reply, she headed to the fourth floor. Climbing the stairs, she looked toward the corner leading to the fourth floor. The clean corridor was quiet, filled with the scent of disinfectant.

It was the unique smell of hospitals.

Ye Binyi’s room was in the middle. Jiang Jinghuai, Jiang’s father, and Aunt Zhang were all waiting in the hallway.

Tian Sangsang suddenly found herself reluctant to approach them, her legs frozen as if weighed down with lead. She thought she had mentally prepared herself well, yet at this moment, she feared Jiang Jinghuai’s cold gaze or Jiang’s father’s reproachful eyes.

Or worse, his contempt.

She swore, those looks would devastate her.

Like a thief, she leaned against the wall at a spot out of their sight, hesitating, secretly watching them.

Suddenly, a wave of nausea surged from her stomach. Thinking she might vomit again, she hurriedly covered her mouth and rushed to the hospital restroom. She bent over, retched several times, but nothing came out—just dry heaving.

The feeling of wanting to throw up but being unable to was tormenting her to the point of tears.

While washing her hands, a woman with experience looked at her knowingly: "Little sister, are you pregnant? If you’re feeling nauseous, try eating some plums—it’ll make you feel better. Oh, we women, being pregnant is such a hardship, do take care of yourself!"

Tian Sangsang froze on the spot.

"What, you’re not pregnant?" The woman was naturally chatty.

"I... I don’t know."

"I’m guessing you are. Go see a doctor and confirm it."

"Okay, thank you." Tian Sangsang replied numbly.

Pregnant... She started calculating in her mind. Indeed, her period hadn’t come in some time.

No, no, it couldn’t be—this was too sudden.

Her hand slowly touched her abdomen as she lowered her head to look at it. It was still so flat, showing no signs of a new life. Skeptical, she registered at the gastroenterology department.

After hearing her description, the doctor in a white coat smiled and said, "You should go to the obstetrics and gynecology department for an examination. Congratulations, you might be pregnant."

The doctor was very gentle, smiling like an angel in white.

Tian Sangsang floated over to the obstetrics and gynecology department.

She underwent a focused examination, waiting anxiously for the results.

The doctor was a woman, seasoned and composed after seeing countless cases—calm like a drifting cloud.

However, beyond her calm demeanor, she seemed slightly surprised. Normally, she saw couples coming in together for this kind of thing. Today, it was an elegant and radiant young woman alone. While it was a break from the foolish grins of expectant fathers, something still felt missing... Yes, it was better to have both spouses present.

Seeing Tian Sangsang’s pale face, the female doctor first congratulated her, then gently advised, "Abstinence from intercourse during the first three months of pregnancy is crucial. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, maintain balanced nutrition, and keep a joyful mindset. Moderate exercise is fine, but avoid strenuous activity and overexertion."

"I understand, thank you, doctor." Tian Sangsang replied gratefully.

Holding the paper, she read it over and over again—it was precisely one and a half months.

Tian Sangsang remained in a daze for a long time; she bought a pregnancy test kit from the pharmacy, went to the restroom, and again saw two red lines.

She finally realized—she truly was pregnant!

She had always held an indifferent attitude toward pregnancy and having children, a casual and unconcerned stance, a belief that it was unlikely, coupled with an unfamiliar, apprehensive, and panicked mindset. As a result, she hadn’t noticed a thing—she had been careless. Last month, her relationship with her family was strained, and she had completely immersed herself in her shop. When her period was late, she hadn’t paid much attention. After all, a woman’s menstrual cycle is often affected by emotions; if your mood deviates, your period might be delayed.

In this moment, joy trumped fear.

Which occasion had led to this? It must have been the time Jiang Jinghuai drank too much.

He had always hoped for another child, so fervently. Now, she couldn’t wait to share this good news with him. Perhaps with this baby, her mother-in-law, who had always disliked her, might finally accept her. Perhaps her illness could even improve!

She now had a little baby.

She was going to be a mother.

Meng Shuyan was going to have a little sibling.

Multiple blessings had arrived just in time, perfectly poised to dissolve the family’s tensions. She thought happily.

Muttering a prayer in her heart, she returned to the spot near the ward. Before stepping out, her eyes were suddenly stung by what she saw.

It seemed Ye Binyi was past the critical phase, based on the noticeably relaxed expressions of Jiang Jinghuai and the others. Then, Jiang Jinghuai and Hua Jun stood face-to-face, talking about something. His expression was no longer tight, entirely different from when he faced her.

In the end, the two headed in the direction opposite of hers.

Tian Sangsang sorrowfully withdrew behind the wall. She couldn’t go downstairs now—it might lead to an encounter with them. She clearly understood why Hua Jun was here—to see Ye Binyi. She didn’t want to face this. As an outsider, Hua Jun still showed up, while she, the daughter-in-law, had arrived late.

"What are you looking at? Are you still worried about Aunt?"

Jiang Jinghuai turned his gaze away from the corridor behind him, a subtle sense of being watched lingering.

He shook his head lightly: "Thank you for coming."

"Don’t mention it." Hua Jun smiled. "It’s good that Aunt is out of danger now. She’s always taken such good care of me—I had to come. Besides, I’m genuinely worried about her."

Whatever kind of person Hua Jun was, these words, at least, were sincere.