“No need, I’m going to bed soon. You go back first. Let Wan Cheng come in.” Xu Ke wiped away her tears and opened the door to call Yin Wan Cheng over.
“You can all go back now. Drive safely.” Yin Wan Cheng noticed the traces of tears on Xu Ke’s face and asked with concern, “Mom, are you really okay?”
“I’m fine. I hate going to the hospital. I know my body best. You should hurry and take Xiao Ke back.” Yin Wan Cheng drove the car out.
Xu Ke specifically sat in the back seat, her sadness overwhelming her throughout the journey, saying nothing but silently shedding tears. Yin Wan Cheng seemed not to notice, but halfway through, he extended his right hand to pass her a box of tissues. Xu Ke silently took them and covered her eyes. If she had ever hesitated about giving up the child, at this moment, she was resolute to keep him. Many emotions in the world are filled with changes, but the bond of blood is so touching and hard to sever. At this moment, she understood Lin Ge’s compromise and weakness. This child, with her blood flowing through him, would be the closest person to her in this world. Life is full of uncertainties, separations, and misfortunes, but this child would always be with her, ensuring she would never be lonely. She would become strong and brave for him, impervious to all harm.
Four months later, Zhang Yueguang passed away abroad. That night, Xu Ke dreamt of her. Half a month later, Yin Wan Cheng returned from abroad with Zhang Yueguang’s ashes and buried her alongside Yin Zhan Tu. Xu Ke and Yin Wan Cheng went to the cemetery. It was early November, the autumn weather was bleak and cold, and on their way back, a light rain began to fall. Xu Ke’s pregnancy was very noticeable by now, and Yin Wan Cheng asked about her diet and health over the past month. After a while, he said, “At mom’s funeral, I saw Aunt Li, but not him.” Xu Ke gave a soft acknowledgment. Over the past few months, she had gradually calmed down, a calmness and transcendence she attributed to the child in her womb. Because of him, all her thoughts were focused on the child, leaving no room for idle speculation.
