CHAPTER 236: 236 THRILLER

On the morning of the 25th, Jiang Xinyu went to take an exam. It was still a two-day exam.

"Xinyu, judging by your expression, I can tell you did well on the test."

"Not bad. How about you, Xiao Jing?"

"I think I bombed it."

"How about you, Xiao Ying?"

"Don’t ask me that question, the physics this time was too hard."

The three girls walked out of the school gate. Jiang Xinyu said goodbye to them and rode her bike home.

It’s been almost a month since she returned, and she was much less worried. Subconsciously, she believed Wei Kaiyun was fine.

But not knowing his actual situation still made her uneasy.

During May Day, Qian Jun specially ordered noodles from the grain station, two pounds each. Although it wasn’t much, it was a good thing, and everyone was, of course, happy.

The textile factory was more actively working than ever before, and the workers were especially enthusiastic. The daily output of the workshops had also increased.

"Director Jiang, going to the club to play on Saturday?"

"You two go ahead, I’m going to visit a friend today."

"Jiang Xinyu, are you working overtime again?"

"Yes, I have to work overtime."

"Don’t you find it tiresome?" Pan Xiulan leaned closer to Jiang Xinyu and whispered.

"Tiresome, of course it’s tiresome. But I want to save up my vacation days."

"You have eight days a month. That’s eighty days in ten months. Director Jiang, you’re not planning to go on another trip, are you?"

Jiang Xinyu just smiled. If future long vacations were going to keep her on edge, she really didn’t want them.

Taking advantage of the lunch break, Jiang Xinyu went home to grab some bread and headed to She Xiaoyun’s house.

"Sister She, my nephew is quite good-looking."

"How could he not be good-looking after taking after me?"

"Hahaha, Sister She, I just love your personality. Yes, we should be confident."

Seeing She Xiaoyun so energetic, she must be in good health.

"Sister She, I’m heading back to work."

"Go ahead, don’t bother with my mother-in-law."

"It’s fine. I came to see you. Take good care of yourself. I know your temper; don’t get angry by yourself. I really don’t mind."

She Xiaoyun nodded, "I know. I won’t get angry, making them happy. You go back, be careful on the way."

By the end of May, the weather had already gotten hot. Jiang Xinyu changed into a light blouse.

She felt like she’d been putting on weight lately and, feeling a bit of a bump on her stomach, suddenly her eyes widened. She hadn’t had a period since February.

Could she be pregnant? Jiang Xinyu’s face lost all color; what should she do? In this era, even in the future, premarital pregnancy would still be mocked.

It really seemed highly possible that she was pregnant.

"What to do? What to do?"

Pregnant? What would happen if she had the child? He (or she) would be mocked for life.

Jiang Xinyu didn’t know; from the moment she guessed, she never thought of not having the child. Instead, she worried about the child’s future.

There’s no early pregnancy test now, so should she go to the hospital?

Jiang Xinyu was a bit distracted all day. The truth can’t be hidden; in at most two months, her belly would show. How would she explain it then?

At night, lying in bed, she gently rubbed her abdomen; this was her child. The fact that they came to her womb showed the bond between them as mother and child.

No matter how hard it might be, what about the child’s father? She decided to keep silent about it and let others guess all they wanted.

Anyway, she was determined to have the child no matter what.

Having made up her mind, Jiang Xinyu intentionally adjusted her routine, and she was mindful during meals as well. She was especially careful when biking to work.

On Saturday morning, after breakfast, Jiang Xinyu went directly to the city by bus.

When she registered at the hospital, she had an unpleasant encounter.

They wanted a marriage certificate, but she didn’t have one.

"I didn’t bring it. Comrade, I left in a hurry and forgot it."

"Forgot it? How is that possible?"

"Yes, because it’s my first pregnancy, I was so happy that I forgot."

"Alright, alright. You look like an honest person, five cents."

Jiang Xinyu arrived at the gynecology clinic, where an old lady with a kind face sat, her hair already greying.

"Young lady. And you are?"

"Doctor, I haven’t had my period for over three months, could you check if I’m pregnant?"

"Put your hand up here."

The old doctor felt Jiang Xinyu’s pulse.

"Hmm, you’re pregnant. From the pulse, the baby is also very healthy."

"Thank you, doctor. As long as the baby is healthy." Jiang Xinyu finally relaxed.

"You are still young, so be sure to take care of yourself."

The old doctor then talked about many precautions, and Jiang Xinyu took notes one by one, asking questions whenever she didn’t understand.

Seeing such a patient made the doctor happy, as it was an acknowledgment of her work.

Leaving the hospital, Jiang Xinyu walked towards the bus stop.

Finally certain, she felt relieved, determined to have the child no matter the difficulties.

The bus ride was unpleasant; there was nothing in her stomach. The bus was crowded, and smuggling was inconvenient.

Finally getting off the bus, Jiang Xinyu squatted by the roadside, dry heaving.

The next time, she’d ride a bicycle instead. This was unbearable. After a while, she wobbled home.

At home, she took out a can of apricots and ate it all in one go, finally feeling much better.

It was already past two in the afternoon; she lay on the bed and soon fell asleep.

Ever since confirming her pregnancy, Jiang Xinyu stayed in good spirits. Although there was no folic acid, she could eat nutritious food.

Her life became very regular, with nutritious food every day.

"Director Jiang, you’ve really put on a lot of weight," Song Qingqing was surprised as she watched her eat happily.

Jiang Xinyu didn’t answer, just kept eating. Now she was eating for two.

By mid-June, it had been nearly four months since she separated from Wei Kaiyun. She had no idea about his current situation.

This child couldn’t be said to be his son, even if born.

Jiang Xinyu’s days now were focused on eating and drinking well.

If Wei Kaiyun knew she had a child, he’d be very happy, right? It was their continuation of life.

Thinking about this, Jiang Xinyu shed tears. She gently caressed her stomach, "Baby, don’t be like mommy. Mommy misses your daddy too much.

Mommy promises to only think about your daddy once a day, to keep a good mood. I want my baby to be a cheerful and positive child."

At that moment, Jiang Xinyu was strong, as all women who become mothers are strong.

Fortunately, the clothes now were loose-fitting; otherwise, others would notice. Thinking of the gossip she’d face, Jiang Xinyu felt scared, but she also knew that fear was useless.