Switched Marriage: The Coddled Little Wife - Chapter 642: Where Is the Child?
Chapter 642: Chapter 642: Where Is the Child?
Lin Chuxia emerged from the delivery room and saw the worried look on Qin Yang’s face.
“Xiaxia, how are you? Are you still in pain? Is there anywhere you don’t feel well?”
He held Lin Chuxia’s hand, touched her forehead, looked at her deflated belly, and gently caressed her face.
Lin Chuxia, seeing his flustered and helpless expression, smiled to comfort him, “I’m fine, Qin Yang. You’re a dad now. Did you see our daughter? She looks a lot like you.”
Qin Yang suddenly stiffened, “Daughter?”
Lin Chuxia also realized something, and her smile froze, “Yeah, where’s our daughter? The nurse carried her out first, right?”
Qin Yang’s face suddenly turned pale, and Lin Chuxia could no longer lie still, “You didn’t lose our daughter, did you?”
“No, no, she’s here.”
Zhuang Yang, who had been watching the couple from the side, observed their reactions.
This silly big guy was so focused on his wife and child that he forgot.
Fortunately, he and the chairman arrived in time.
And the chairman, who had been staring at the child for over 10 minutes without getting tired.
Did she truly see the little one as her biological daughter?
Zhuang Yang felt increasingly concerned about the chairman’s mental state.
He nudged Zhuang Jingshu, “Chairman, Miss Lin Chuxia is out.”
Zhuang Jingshu had been watching the delivery room closely, so how could she not know Lin Chuxia was out?
She just felt nervous about being close to home, not knowing how to face her.
She was a failed mother, having lost her child 23 years ago, and 23 years later, misrecognized another.
She feared Lin Chuxia would not forgive her.
At this moment, Qin Yang also saw Zhuang Jingshu holding a swaddled baby, and his heart, which was about to jump out of his chest, finally settled down.
He quickly stepped forward to thank Zhuang Jingshu before taking the baby and showing it to Lin Chuxia in a pleasing manner, “The child is here, not lost…”
Lin Chuxia also noticed Zhuang Jingshu and Zhuang Yang nearby, nodded slightly to them, then turned her gaze back to the child.
At the sight of the little one’s features, her gaze immediately softened.
Earlier, just after giving birth and utterly exhausted, she had only glanced at the child briefly.
She said the child looked like Qin Yang, just because she felt so.
Looking again now, she really did resemble her father.
This was the child Lin had longed for through two lifetimes.
It was also Qin Yang’s first look at his daughter.
He still remembered how Li Wei’s son looked when first born, all wrinkled like a little old man.
His daughter, however, was fair and clean, with black hair, though her eyes were a bit swollen.
He knew that newborns tend to be somewhat swollen, and it would go away in a few days.
Her little nose and mouth were immediately endearing to him.
Finally, he had a daughter.
The daughter he had longed for.
A warm current surged through his heart, as if something were taking root and sprouting inside, itchy and painful all at once, making him want to hold it tightly.
At this moment, Qin Yang felt the profound joy of becoming a father for the first time.
“Xiaxia, thank you.”
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Returning to the ward, after settling Lin Chuxia, Qin Yang prepared to call home.
With both a newborn and an adult to care for, no matter how attentive he was, he worried he might not manage well.
He feared not the hard work, but letting his wife and daughter feel neglected.
But turning around, he saw Zhuang Jingshu and Zhuang Yang had followed them to the ward.
“Ms. Zhuang, I’m sorry, as you see, my wife has just given birth and can’t deal with work now. If it’s work-related, you can talk to Wang Tianxue. If it’s about her medical condition, please speak to my mentor.”
Zhuang Jingshu quickly waved her hands, “I’m not here for work, let alone about my health. I just heard Chuxia was about to give birth, so I came to see.”
Qin Yang was even more puzzled. Although they were somewhat familiar with Zhuang Jingshu, they weren’t that close.
But Qin Yang knew Zhuang Jingshu was actually Lin Chuxia’s biological mother, so he said nothing more.
Lin Chuxia also silently watched Zhuang Jingshu, sensing something different about her today.
Yet she thought no more of it, the exhaustion of childbirth lulling her to sleep.
Qin Yang had long noticed her weary expression and urged her to sleep.
Once Lin Chuxia closed her eyes, Qin Yang wanted to call a nurse to watch over them while he made a phone call.
But as he stood up, the rumors of child snatchers came to mind, and he looked at the daughter beside Lin Chuxia and sat back down.
His handsome face unusually serious and anxious.
Seeing his expression, Zhuang Jingshu guessed what was troubling him and asked, “Do you have something to handle?”
Awareness of her identity made Qin Yang, even if she didn’t know yet, appreciate Zhuang Jingshu’s character.
“I wanted to call home. Xiaxia’s due date was actually the day after tomorrow, but she went into labor today. The family doesn’t know yet.”
If Zhuang Jingshu could stay for a while, he’d feel relieved.
Unexpectedly, Zhuang Yang reached into his bag and took out a large mobile phone.
“No problem, use this.”
Qin Yang’s eyes lit up, “Thank you very much.”
No need to leave the ward, and he could inform his family, the perfect solution.
He glanced at Lin Chuxia sleeping soundly in bed and stepped to the doorway to make the call, careful not to disturb her.
He first called Qin Juan, informing her that Chuxia had given birth and urging her to come to the hospital soon.
Having only read about caring for newborns and mothers, he worried about his practical skills.
His older sister was always meticulous, and her guidance would reassure him.
Upon hearing Lin Chuxia had given birth, Qin Juan first chided Qin Yang for not telling her sooner, saying any sign of activity should have been relayed to her immediately.
Then she told them to wait; she’d be there promptly.
After finishing the call with Qin Juan, he contacted Qin Han, asking him to relay the news of Chuxia’s delivery to their mother.
Qin Han was equally surprised, “It’s earlier than expected? Mom planned to come tomorrow. How are sister-in-law and the baby? Make sure Juanzi helps out. I’ll head back to get mom there.”
“Xiaxia and the baby are fine; I’ve already informed big sis, and she’ll be here shortly.”
“Alright then, rest assured we’ll be there by afternoon.”
Having completed the two calls, the tumultuous feeling from knowing Chuxia was about to give birth finally calmed.
Returning to the ward, he saw the baby awake, with Zhuang Jingshu bending over, gently changing the diaper.
After changing it, she held and gently rocked her, her face full of tender affection.
Qin Yang approached, returning the mobile phone to Zhuang Yang, thanking Zhuang Jingshu once more.
Looking at the baby, Zhuang Jingshu’s eyes were gentle, and she spoke softly, “No need to thank me. It’s what I should do.”
Realizing her words might seem odd, she added, “Back when I was ill, Chuxia tirelessly brewed medicine for me, even while pregnant. She did so much for me, and I’ve always wanted to properly thank her and repay her. Today, I finally have the chance.”
