jdhmnovel Chapter 140 Due Date
Chapter 140 Due Date
Zhu Tingyue sensed it, but the project at hand was at a critical stage, and she couldn't afford to be distracted now.
As time went by, Shen Yanqiu's due date was approaching.
At this time, Zhu Tingyue went abroad on a business trip.
Despite not having contacted her for a long time, Shen Yanqiu suppressed his emotions and made her a phone call.
At times like this, he wished Zhu Tingyue could stay with him.
The phone rang several times, but no one answered.
Shen Yanqiu hung up the phone, blocked Zhu Tingyue without saying a word, and followed Zhu's mother's arrangements to check into the hospital.
Zhu Tingyue immediately called back when she saw the missed call. A mechanical female voice came through, and Zhu Tingyue's heart sank instantly.
She had her assistant book the earliest flight back to China and rushed back without stopping.
I was extremely anxious the whole way, afraid of missing such an important moment.
In the ward, Shen Yanqiu was eating at her mother's request.
He had been in low spirits lately, and even Zhu Mingchuan could tell.
His appetite has also decreased. He used to be able to eat a whole bowl of rice, but now he only takes a couple of bites before putting it down.
His mother was worried and comforted him, "Yanqiu, I know it's because Yueyue isn't feeling well. She's busy with work and has neglected you. But your health is your own responsibility; you can't skip meals!"
"Come on, listen to your mother, eat these. If you really can't eat anymore, just try some. Let's not argue with her!"
Shen Yanqiu felt a pang of sadness, and the feeling of being ignored by Zhu Tingyue surged up again.
He reached out his slightly trembling hand and slowly took the bowl full of food from Mother Zhu's hands.
The steam rising from the bowl blurred his vision, but he still managed to bring it steadily to his lips.
However, just as he was about to put the food in his mouth, he suddenly stopped.
At that moment, his eyes seemed to be impacted by an invisible force, gradually turning red.
Tears welled up in my eyes, as if they would burst out at any moment.
This scene was witnessed by Zhu Tingyue as she entered the room.
Zhu Tingyue stared in surprise at the scene before her. Shen Yanqiu sat there quietly, her eyes reddening.
His usually smiling lips drooped helplessly, revealing a deep sense of grievance and helplessness.
This expression was one that Zhu Tingyue had never seen on Shen Yanqiu's face before, and it made her heart tremble.
Ignoring her mother's reproachful gaze, she quickly stepped forward, took the bowl from Shen Yanqiu's hand, and tried to feed him, but he turned his head away and looked elsewhere.
Knowing she was in the wrong, Zhu Tingyue patiently coaxed him, "Yanqiu, it's my fault. I shouldn't have neglected you because of work. I apologize. Would you like to have a bite?"
Shen Yanqiu didn't turn around or make any move, letting her talk on and on.
Zhu Tingyue didn't dare to make any big movements to turn his shoulder, so she had to go around to the other side and sit opposite him.
Seeing this, Shen Yanqiu was about to turn around when Zhu Tingyue quickly grabbed his hand and said sincerely, "Yanqiu, I was wrong, please don't ignore me! It's my fault, it's understandable that you're angry, but even if you don't think about yourself, you have to think about the child! Can you eat a little bit?"
Shen Yanqiu looked up and gave Zhu Tingyue her first look since she entered the room. Her gaze was cold and devoid of any emotion, making Zhu Tingyue feel completely unfamiliar with her.
"go out!"
Zhu Tingyue remained seated; if she left now, she wouldn't be able to come back in later.
Shen Yanqiu is going to hate herself!
Zhu Tingyue gently rested her head on Shen Yanqiu's stomach, holding his hand tightly.
Time passed by, and Shen Yanqiu didn't say anything more.
Zhu Tingyue looked up again, her gaze inadvertently falling on Shen Yanqiu's face.
However, in that instant, she was astonished to find that Shen Yanqiu's deep, pool-like eyes were glistening with tears, which slid down his cheeks like pearls from a broken string.
Upon seeing this, Zhu Tingyue panicked instantly, standing frozen in place as if struck by lightning.
Immediately afterwards, an indescribable panic welled up inside her, and her hands began to tremble uncontrollably.
A moment later, she seemed to wake up from a dream and hurriedly reached out her right hand to try to wipe away the tears that kept flowing down Shen Yanqiu's face.
However, due to her excessive nervousness and anxiety, Zhu Tingyue's movements appeared somewhat clumsy and comical.
Her eyelids were lowered, her gaze focused on the few glistening tears that eventually slid down the back of her hand. Her Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily, as if she were silently swallowing this bitter taste.
"Yanqiu, don't cry, I was wrong, really! From now on, I'll stay by your side and won't go anywhere else! Really!"
Her panicked promises did not stop Shen Yanqiu's tears; they continued to flow, and more and more.
Shen Yanqiu's body trembled slightly, and tears welled up in her eyes like a flood.
He clenched his teeth, trying to keep his sobs from escaping his throat, but his silent weeping was even more heartbreaking.
Crystalline tears slid down her pale cheeks and dripped onto the ground, their soft yet heavy sound almost audible.
Zhu Tingyue, standing to the side, looked at him with concern and heartache. Seeing his heartbroken appearance, her own heart felt as if it were being tightly gripped by an invisible hand, causing her unbearable pain.
At this moment, Zhu Tingyue's words of comfort seemed utterly pale and powerless; she could only silently stay there, conveying her care and warmth through her eyes.
Much later, Shen Yanqiu cried herself to sleep, leaning on Zhu Tingyue's shoulder and closing her eyes.
Zhu Tingyue carefully wiped away his tears with a tissue, her heart filled with regret.
When Mom comes in and sees this scene, what else is there that she doesn't understand?
She said to Zhu Tingyue earnestly, "Yueyue, I know you are ambitious, which is a good thing, but you can't neglect the people around you just for the sake of work."
"What in this world could possibly make you miss out on daily meals, the changing seasons, and someone who loves you?"
Looking at Shen Yanqiu's sleeping face, Zhu Tingyue murmured, "Mom, I know. Nothing can make me miss these things. The people I love most and the people who love me most are by my side. I will cherish them from now on!"
Knowing Shen Yanqiu's hardships, Zhu's mother repeatedly advised Zhu Tingyue: "Yanqiu is already sensitive and prone to overthinking in his current state. It's no wonder he's angry that you're not by his side."
"I advised you before, but you didn't take it seriously. Now that you've experienced it, do you understand?"
“Yueyue, your dad was right before. Living together isn’t just about love; it also requires tolerance and companionship.”
“I’ve lived with your father for two or three decades. We’ve had our arguments and disagreements, but our relationship has remained strong. It’s not just because of love, but also because of the sacrifices we’ve made.”
"Now that Yanqiu has endured the pain of pregnancy and childbirth, you will have to take on the other aspects of life."