Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
âMom, the exact time hasnât been set yet. We can only confirm it after Lu Hao arranges his work,â Lin Wan responded to her mother.
âOkay.â Qiao Yujuan nodded and said, âI just canât wait to see my grandson.â
Upon observing her motherâs eager anticipation, Lin Wan felt a tinge of sadness but restrained her emotions. She reassured her mother, âMom, youâll be able to meet Ranran very soon.â
âMmâ¦â Qiao Yujuan acknowledged. Then, a serious expression crossed her face as she turned to her daughter. She inquired, âWanwan, Ranranâs health has always been fragile. You didnât explain the reason clearly on the phone last time. What exactly happened?â
At her motherâs inquiry, Lin Wanâs heart ached. Thoughts of her pregnancy and the year following Ranranâs birth welled up, causing her eyes to moisten.
After choosing not to conceal the truth any longer, Lin Wan openly shared, âI discovered I was pregnant upon arriving in France, but I never considered aborting our child.â
This child belonged to both her and Yichen, and she was determined to give their love to this child.
âI decided to go through with the pregnancy. While adapting to life in France and searching for a job to sustain us, I faced mental stress and distracting thoughts. Despite Lu Haoâs reluctance to let me work, I insisted.
Over the past few months, I worked late into the night on my drawings. During sleepless nights filled with longing for Yichen, I often sat on the balcony. Unfortunately, I fainted one night, likely due to catching a cold. Lu Hao discovered me the following day.
After being rushed to the emergency room, I learned from the doctor that my weakness had affected the baby in my womb.â
Lin Wan, trying to maintain composure, recounted this challenging experience that would likely remain etched in her memory.
âAfter giving birth to Ranran, my frail body led to a coma. Ranran was placed in an incubator. Lu Hao stood by my side, diligently instructing the doctors on Ranranâs care, understanding how vital he was to me.â
She continued, âWhen I regained consciousness, I saw Lu Hao with tear-stained eyes. At that moment, my heart stirred. From that point, Lu Hao and I stayed by Ranranâs side until he was out of the incubator. It marked the first time I held our childâYichen and mine.
The following year, my body gradually recovered with Lu Haoâs attentive care and daily reminders. However, occasional leg pain persisted, while Ranranâs health did not improve. He couldnât engage in typical childlike activities, and running would cause heartache.â
âMom, itâs my fault. I failed to take proper care of Ranran and me. Thatâs why Ranranâ¦â Lin Wan broke into tears.
There was no need for pretense before her mother; Lin Wan genuinely felt sorrow and regret for her son. Perhaps their child would not have faced such challenges if she had been more cautious and attentive during her pregnancy.
Upon seeing her daughter in tears, Qiao Yujuan quickly approached, embracing her gently with tears in her eyes. She consoled her daughter, âWanwan, itâs not your fault. Itâs not your fault.â
âIn the future, weâll care for Ranran together. Weâll consult with doctors and introduce him to gentle exercises as he grows. This way, Ranranâs health will improve,â Qiao Yujuan assured. âTrust me, Ranran will get better. Heâll be like a normal child..â