After my divorce, I started to have good luck-Chapter 1143 - 601: Completely Unreserved (Part 2)

"Just now the baby moved in my belly. Feel it, there's still some movement now."

Hong Xiaodan lifted the hem of her shirt, revealing her round belly, and said to Chen Feng.

Chen Feng, intrigued, leaned slightly forward and gently placed his hand on her belly.

After a moment, there seemed to be a slight wriggle.

They both felt it and smiled at each other.

It's human nature, even Chen Feng was no exception.

After all, it was his first time becoming a father, feeling the fetal movements of his child in the womb; it inevitably felt magical and gave him a sense of accomplishment.

Hong Xiaodan smiled and said: "It's almost five months now. The baby's movements in the belly are getting bigger by the day, especially at night."

Chen Feng also smiled and said: "Just hang in there for a few more months. It'll be fine once he is born."

"Once he's born, we'll have to start feeding and taking care of him. I want to breastfeed, but I'm afraid of my body getting out of shape, sagging. Do you think I should breastfeed?"

Even though they already had a child on the way, both of them knew the specifics. They weren't at a stage where they discussed everything openly, yet Hong Xiaodan showed complete trust in Chen Feng without any reservations.

Chen Feng felt a bit awkward but still said: "It's up to you. However, nowadays, everyone advocates breastfeeding; it's very beneficial for the health of both mother and child. As for the body getting out of shape, I don't think that's much of an issue as long as you do postpartum care and recovery properly."

As it concerned his child's health and personal welfare, Chen Feng naturally sided with the child.

Nowadays everyone knows formula isn't as good as breast milk, so breastfeeding is better, for sure.

"So you're saying I should breastfeed?" Hong Xiaodan pouted slightly and asked.

She's still young and cares about her figure, of course not wanting her body to go out of shape in the future.

Chen Feng just smiled and said: "Like I said, it's up to you. If you're really opposed to breastfeeding, you can give the baby formula."

Hong Xiaodan pursed her lips; she could read between the lines of Chen Feng's words.

"Then we'll see about it. If I have enough milk by then, I'll breastfeed. If not, then there's no choice."

That's all Hong Xiaodan could say. Otherwise, she'd come across as lacking maternal love.

Discussing this with Chen Feng was to remind him of her sacrifices, so that if she really went through with breastfeeding and her body changed, he wouldn't take it for granted and wouldn't despise her.

"Alright, we'll see how it goes. But in the first month or two, even with little milk, you should still try to breastfeed. They say it can enhance the baby's immunity and resistance."

After all, Chen Feng was about to become a dad. With not much to do at home, he occasionally read up on pregnancy and parenting knowledge online.

In this regard, he had made some necessary preparations as an expectant father.

"Also, during delivery, do you think I should go for a natural birth or a C-section?" Hong Xiaodan asked again.

Following the same attitude as before, Chen Feng said: "That's also up to you. I have no opinion."

Nowadays, the argument is that natural birth is better than a C-section, but many expectant mothers choose the latter because it's less painful and less arduous. Even with painless natural births available, compared to a C-section it's still more strenuous, might alter the body shape, affect marital life, among other downsides more than a C-section.

"I'm thinking of a C-section. What do you think?" Hong Xiaodan continued to ask.

Chen Feng said: "A C-section will leave a scar on the belly, right?"

Hong Xiaodan pouted slightly: "The C-section scar is very small and not noticeable, and postpartum scar cream should be able to remove it. I've looked into it."

"Then it's up to you." Chen Feng said indifferently.

Compared to the breastfeeding and formula issue, the choice between natural and C-section delivery was something Chen Feng was genuinely indifferent about.

"Then a C-section it is." Seeing Chen Feng genuinely had no objections, Hong Xiaodan finally felt a bit happy.

"Alright, come sit down and rest for a while."

Chen Feng pulled her to sit on the edge of the bed. Considering their intimate encounter yesterday and her depression, Chen Feng could accept holding her hand or even hugging her.

In this matter, he could only comfort himself that he wasn't losing out. Indeed, that was the case.

It's best to slowly get used to it, since things were already like this.

Besides, they had the approval of both families. Even if Chen Feng wanted to take things further with Hong Xiaodan, he wouldn't bear any responsibility.

He was worried that she might cling to him in the future, pressuring him into marriage, which was why he hadn't considered becoming a true couple with her.

Of course, Chen Feng also held some resentment towards her, which was a reason.

But as time passed, and her belly grew bigger, with the child becoming a bond between them, he, being the man, saw his resentment gradually fade away.

Why, just yesterday they became intimate, and today his former resentment had unwittingly dissipated by a large margin.

Hong Xiaodan relished Chen Feng's care and tenderness towards her, her smile never fading, just like yesterday, as if she had endless things to say to Chen Feng, continuing nonstop.

Even though Chen Feng didn't respond much or say much, as long as he listened, she felt quite satisfied.

By noon, the housekeeper sent her a WeChat message, which prompted her to bring Chen Feng out of the room for lunch.

It was just the two of them dining, with the two housekeepers not acting as light bulbs, eating separately in their rooms.

They ate and chatted, and the meal was over before they knew it.

After the meal, Hong Xiaodan pulled Chen Feng back to the bedroom, both lying on the bed. Hong Xiaodan talked on and on, while Chen Feng patiently listened, occasionally responding.

Whenever Hong Xiaodan asked him something, he would answer as best as he could.

Thus, Hong Xiaodan remained very happy throughout.

Eventually, she even wrapped her arms around Chen Feng's neck, the two of them lying on their sides, facing each other.

Her eyes were moist, her cheeks flushed, breathing slightly ragged, as she moved her lips towards Chen Feng's...

After a good while, they finally separated, with Hong Xiaodan looking flushed and happy, slightly panting. Chen Feng felt complex inside; touching and kissing didn't exactly put him at a disadvantage, but he couldn't say he was overjoyed, feeling somewhat taken advantage of.

After a long while, Hong Xiaodan first broke the silence and said: "It feels like a dream. I was worried you'd push me away."

Chen Feng paused before saying: "You shouldn't be doing this; you're pregnant after all. Don't get too excited."

"What's the harm? There was no strenuous activity. The obstetrician said that at this stage, as long as we're gentle, we can still have a normal intimate life."

Chen Feng was truly exasperated!

He felt that if he stayed there much longer, things might escalate, so he picked up his phone from the bedside table, checked WeChat, and then said to Hong Xiaodan: "I have some things to deal with at the office and need to get there before it closes."

Hong Xiaodan was momentarily taken aback, reluctant: "Leaving so soon? Can't you stay a bit longer?"

Chen Feng replied: "It's almost three o'clock, and it'll take me until at least three-thirty to get to the office, which closes at five. Don't worry, as long as I have time, I'll make sure to come see you."

"Alright, can you come tomorrow?"

Despite her reluctance, Hong Xiaodan knew Chen Feng couldn't possibly stay with her all the time; she just hoped he would visit her daily.

This time, Chen Feng didn't immediately agree, only saying: "We'll see, if I have time I'll definitely come to see you."

"Then I'll contact you tomorrow." Hong Xiaodan said, still unwilling to give up.

"Okay."

...

After leaving Hong Xiaodan's place, Chen Feng let out a big sigh of relief. It's only two days, and there's already been kissing and touching. What next?

Chen Feng felt some aversion, silently deciding that next time he would try not to go into the bedroom with her, and even if he did, he would maintain his boundaries.

Ultimately, Hong Xiaodan was not his ideal type, and he didn't want to develop too deep a relationship with her, fearing she might cling to him persistently.

After all, playing around now is one thing, but in the future, he aims to be a good man, a good husband, a good father. He intends to marry, build a family, and his partner is definitely not Hong Xiaodan.

So he shouldn't let a momentary impulse and pleasure bring about future troubles, potentially leading to deep regret.