Chapter 180: That tiny dot

Chapter 180: That tiny dot

Nana returned to her room at almost two after feeding the Liu family.
“Phew!” she sat on the bed.
So many things happened today.
She touched her belly and smiled.
But no matter what, it is your news that is most important over anything else.
Every problem seemed small to her in front of this huge bundle of happiness.
She let out a sigh and observed his room. Her sight went over his bookshelf. Curious, she took a look at it.
There were all kinds of books related to psychology, behavioral science, and understanding the human mind.
She opened one book to read, but her head started to ache with just one paragraph.
This is so difficult. Is Liu Jinhai interested in psychology? Doesn’t it mean to observe how people think, feel, or react? There are so many big words. How does he understand all this?
She felt embarrassed by her low intelligence. She closed the book not to feel bad anymore and kept it back.
She looked at the photo frames above the bed that had different types of flowers in each like a tulip, a lily, a chrysanthemum, a rose and many more. Even the photo frames were carved having a floral artwork on them.
Nana couldn’t imagine such a cold and serious person interested in flowers.
She went back to bed and laid on it.
Tomorrow is her ultrasound, and she is going to see their baby for the first time. She closed her eyes, excited for the next day.
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The next morning, Jinhai and Nana reached the hospital where the gynecologist was already waiting for them. Liu Jinhai settled for none other than the best gynecologist in entire China.
Nana was feeling very nervous and was constantly fidgeting with her dress. Jinhai held her hand and nodded.
The doctor smiled, “Miss Nana. Please come inside.”
She laid on the bed, and the doctor got to work. She arranged the monitor in front of Nana and Jinhai for them to get a clear view. The doctor applied the ultrasound gel on her abdomen and started moving the transducer along it.
Soon, black and white images formed on the screen. Jinhai and Nana immediately focused their attention on it.
The doctor said, “There it is, your baby. That tiny dot on the right.” She pointed it on the monitor.
Jinhai and Nana weren’t able to clearly make out. Nevertheless, they felt emotional. Nana’s eyes brimmed with tears. Jinhai couldn’t believe that that tiny dot was their child they made.
The doctor smiled. “It’s fine even if you both cannot see him clearly. Miss Nana is almost only three weeks pregnant. At this stage, the child is tiny, almost like a small bean.”
Jinhai kissed Nana on her forehead and hugged her. They both were so overwhelmed with joy.
“Liu Jinhai…our child…” Her lips were trembling.
He smiled. “Yes, our baby. You have no idea how happy I am. This feeling…I cannot put it into words. Thank you so much, Nana. I love you.” He pecked her lips.
“En.” A tear trickled down her cheek.
Jinhai turned to the doctor. “How are Nana and our baby?”
“No need to worry, Mr. Liu. Both mother and child are healthy. Her womb is also in perfect condition.”
Jinhai felt relieved.
“Now, I will tell some of the things that usually happen in the first trimester. From the next week onwards, that is the fourth week; Miss Nana may experience symptoms like nausea and vomiting, morning sickness, tender breasts, food cravings, increasing tiredness, and fatigue. She may also experience slight bleeding, but there is no need to panic. These are all normal symptoms. But immediately call me if she feels that the bleeding is too much or there is any sharp pain.”
Jinhai memorized every single detail and nodded.
“There are prenatal vitamins that she has to start taking regularly. Make sure that she drinks lots of water and eat fruits and vegetables high in fiber.”
She listed some other do’s and don’ts that they listened very carefully.
“That is it from my side. The next appointment will be in her second month. At that time, you will be able to listen to your baby’s heartbeat.”
Their faces blossomed in pure bliss. They couldn’t wait.
The doctor said, “Here is your baby’s picture.” She handed them the ultrasound image.
Jinhai stared at it for a long time. He once again silently promised to protect Nana and their unborn child from every harm.
His phone buzzed. He saw the caller ID and turned serious.
Jinhai gave the picture to Nana and said, “I’ll come back in just a minute.”
She nodded. She took the picture and lovingly gazed at their baby.
Jinhai went out and picked up. “Yes, uncle Xiang.”
There was silence was a moment.
“The papers are ready.”
“Hm. I’ll be reaching in the next thirty minutes.”
“Okay…” he paused. “Jinhai, will you…ever be able to forgive Huian?”
Silence.
Jinhai turned and saw Nana through the window outside. Nana also turned her head. She noticed him and waved her hand.
He waved her back and smiled. His eyes held some unfathomable emotions that seemed to tell their own untold story.
“No. I cannot forgive her.”
“…I see. I had expected that.”
He hung up. Xiang Wei laid back on his chair, staring up at the ceiling.
‘Please forgive your parents, Huian. We are only doing this for your good. We cannot see you destroying your life anymore.’
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Jinhai and Nana returned to the villa, and the Liu family immediately surrounded them.
“Bro, what did the doctor say?”
“Yes, yes, tell me quickly!”
Jinhai took out their baby’s picture and showed. “This is your grandchild, living healthily and safely inside Nana.”
The to be grandparents excitedly took the picture and looked at it. Their happiness knew no bounds.
Grandma Liu and Huian entered the hall and saw them eagerly looking at the picture.
She felt her heart bleeding at that sight.
It should have been me at that place, not Nana!
Grandma Liu also wished to take a look, but Huian was beside her so she couldn’t.
Amidst the happiness and gloominess on either side, Xiang Wei and Xiang Qingge entered Liu villa.