C15 The Mistress Was in the Position

Fu Zhongtang wasn't in the best of health, so it wasn't ideal for him to stay at the hospital for long. Fu Chenghui decided to take the old man home first.

"Since we're already at the hospital, Xinyue, why don't you get a check-up? It's been over a year, and there's still no sign of a baby," Hai Xia said casually. Earlier at the birthday celebration, one of her friends had been joyfully sharing the news of becoming a grandmother soon, which made Hai Xia envious.

While waiting for the elevator, they happened to see a pregnant woman coming in for a check-up. Hai Xia, worried about the lack of grandchildren from Xinyue and Shaochen, suddenly had an idea. She could have Xinyue checked out, and if she couldn't have children, they could find someone else for Shaochen. She didn't want to miss out on having a grandchild.

"No need, Mom. It's so late, and the doctors are probably off duty," Jiang Xinyue tried to decline. She didn't want to get checked; if they found out she was pregnant, she wouldn't be able to escape.

"It's no trouble at all. The Fu family has invested in this hospital. I can make a call," Hai Xia replied, ignoring Xinyue's excuses. If Xinyue insisted on not going, it must mean she was hiding something. A woman who couldn't have children was of no use to the Fu family.

With that, Hai Xia called the hospital director, who quickly agreed and was very accommodating. "I'll have the top OB-GYN doctors come back right away to make sure we get to the bottom of your daughter-in-law's issue."

"Mom, I'm really tired today and don't feel like going. Can we do it tomorrow?" Xinyue wanted to buy some time. She planned to finalize her divorce with Shaochen first thing in the morning, hoping to avoid the check-up altogether.

"No way, we're going tonight. I have plans tomorrow and can't be running around after you," Hai Xia said firmly, leaving Xinyue no room to argue.

Hai Xia dragged Xinyue along, and as they neared the OB-GYN clinic, they unexpectedly spotted a familiar face.

"Shaochen? What are you doing here?" Hai Xia asked, utterly surprised to see her son at the clinic.

Shaochen was at a loss for words. Qingqing had called him earlier, mentioning her period was irregular and she might be pregnant. He had rushed her to the clinic for a check-up.

Just then, a sweet voice chimed in, "Hi, Auntie! I'm pregnant, and Shaochen came with me for the check-up!"

The weight of those few words was staggering, leaving everyone in shock.

Hai Xia still couldn't believe it. "You're pregnant? With Shaochen's child?"

Qingqing quickly put on a gentle smile. "Yes, the doctor said the pregnancy is a bit unstable, so we need to be extra careful."

"Thank goodness! Our family is finally going to have a grandchild!" Hai Xia exclaimed, ignoring Xinyue standing nearby. She rushed over to Qingqing, taking her hand. "You're so thin, dear. Come stay with us, and I'll have our chef make sure you get all the nourishment you need."

The two started joking around, and Xinyue couldn't stand it any longer, so she left first. Her child was destined to be adored by everyone; even Shaochen wouldn't let her terminate the pregnancy. But her own child was doomed to be without a happy home since Shaochen wouldn't even allow him to be born.

But that's okay; Mommy will love you dearly.

Shaochen watched the two women chatting, feeling incredibly conflicted. He didn't know what to say or how to explain things to Xinyue. He clearly liked Qingqing, so why did the thought of things ending with Xinyue make him feel so upset?

Qingqing, on the other hand, was extremely pleased. It seemed like fate was on her side. She hadn't expected to meet Shaochen's mother, and now, marrying into the family with the child seemed effortless.

Xinyue, you better leave early! Hurry up and make room for her.