Billionaire's Long Journey of Chasing His Love-Chapter 487 - 420: You’re the One Making Trouble (Four More)
Tong Yao laughed and shook her head, "Of course we won’t let her act recklessly. First, let Nuo’er and Connie have their wedding, so Connie’s parents can have peace of mind. Then we’ll slowly talk to Luowa about this. Once her emotional block is resolved, everything will be easier."
Ni Lu sighed, "That’s the only way."
"Ni Lu, didn’t we leave the palace together? How come you came back a step later than us?"
"You—that girl—stopped to buy Häagen-Dazs for Luowa halfway, so it took a bit longer."
Tong Yao chuckled, "Youyou and Luowa get along well. These two kids have been through similar experiences, so they naturally grow closer."
"My two daughters—they truly are children with tough fates," Ni Lu sniffled, "Let’s not talk about it anymore. The more I think about it, the sadder I feel. I don’t know whose fault it all is. If I ever find out, I swear I’ll skin them alive!"
"That’s life. Without these twists and turns, Luowa might not have become my daughter-in-law."
"Exactly! Without these events, she wouldn’t call me ’Mom’ either," Ni Lu wiped the corner of her eye, "I’ll go check on her now. Eating too many cold things could make her sick."
Tong Yao smiled as she watched Ni Lu walk out the door, then turned to Tong Aino, "Soon I’ll go to your grandfather and have him pick out a few good dates. You can let Connie’s parents choose one, something suitable for both sides. It’s best if everyone’s schedule aligns—don’t let anyone be missing."
"Mom, that’s a lot of work for you," Tong Aino smiled and kissed his mother on the cheek.
"You cheeky brat, what are you up to!" Long Che suddenly stormed into the kitchen, frowning angrily as he began shouting.
Tong Yao quickly shielded her son and slipped away from him, the mother and son laughing as they left together.
"Such a jealous sourpuss—can’t deal with him!"
"Hahaha..."
"Tong Aino, you get back here!" Long Che chased after them.
"Go upstairs quickly," Tong Yao gave her son a knowing look.
This time, Tong Aino didn’t dare backtalk and scurried upstairs.
"Tong Yao!" Long Che glared at her unhappily.
"I don’t have time to deal with you right now. I need to find Uncle Charles and ask him to help pick some good dates for Nuo’er and Connie."
Long Che followed, "So they’re having a wedding now, huh?"
"Not both couples, just Connie and Nuo’er."
"What about Luowa and Rui’er then?"
"We’ll get to them later. Sooner or later, their wedding will happen too," Tong Yao said as she lightly knocked on her mother-in-law’s door.
Prince Charles opened the door and stepped out...
...
The month of June passed with Yi Luowa flipping through the calendar—likely the hardest month of her life. Most nights, she could only catch a brief nap by either kneeling on the bed or leaning against Tong Airui’s chest.
Tong Airui had practically entered a semi-vacation state. Unless something urgent came up, he stayed home to accompany her. Finally, the long-awaited July arrived.
On July 1st, Yi Luowa asked Ao Lie to drive her newly designed racecar to school, where she submitted her graduation work. Her mentor was very pleased with her submission.
On July 2nd, Mi Chenxuan and Youyou went to the school to pick up her diploma. Yi Luowa stared at her graduation certificate, giggling foolishly for a long time. She never expected someone as uninterested in studying as herself would actually earn a diploma.
On July 3rd, Tong Yao hosted a family meeting, with its central discussion being whether Luowa should have a natural delivery or a C-section.
Looking at Yi Luowa’s severely swollen calves, Yi Weiyang felt heartbroken but refrained from making a statement—he knew that regardless of the method, childbirth is always painful.
"How about a C-section?" Tong Airui softly suggested, seeing how difficult it was for his wife to even catch her breath.
Yi Luowa nodded weakly, "Before, I used to dare say I could give birth naturally. Now it seems I can’t. This past month has drained every ounce of strength from me."
"Since both of you agree to the C-section, let’s go to the hospital in the next few days. If anything changes, it’ll be easier to handle there," Tong Yao, drawing on her own experience, began making plans.
"Alright," Yi Luowa answered softly.
"Then let’s pack up and head over earlier. Kaikai has already reserved a hospital room for Luowa."
Under Lady Jing Ya’s urging, the entire family packed up and went to the hospital en masse.
Mai Zekai couldn’t help but twitch his lips at the spectacle. The babies weren’t even born yet, but they’d already mobilized the entire squad prepared for his wife’s childbirth. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺
After being admitted to the hospital, Yi Luowa underwent another ultrasound. Both mother and babies were fine, though the two little ones had notably large heads—making a natural delivery nearly impossible.
With this confirmed, the C-section became inevitable.
Tong Airui escorted his wife back to the hospital room before heading over to Mai Zekai’s office. Just as he reached the door, he heard his father asking, "Kaikai, what did the ultrasound technician say? Did the little one—the one who keeps turning away—finally let you see his face this time?"
"Nope. Still the same—just like ours—always showing his little bottom. Uncle, let things be. Don’t put more pressure on Fourth Sister-in-law. She’s already looking so deflated now that she’s checked into the hospital."
Long Che sighed, "She wasn’t deflated just because of the hospital; she’s been like this for days. Not being able to get proper rest will exhaust anyone. You stay on top of the situation, and if necessary, perform the surgery earlier."
"Understood. I’m keeping a close watch. However, I don’t recommend an early surgery. A full-term pregnancy of 280 days is scientifically backed. Unless it’s absolutely critical, it’s best to wait until the babies are ready."
"Alright, you handle it." Long Che opened the door and stepped out, seeing his son standing outside. He slightly furrowed his brows, "Don’t go back to the camp these days. Have Colin and your Second Uncle oversee things there. Also, I have to leave now. The longer I stay here, the more likely reporters will spot me and start writing nonsense."
"This entire floor is secured with our people—you don’t need to worry," Tong Airui smiled, slightly stepping aside to clear the doorway.
As soon as Long Che left, Tong Airui stepped into the office, "Kaikai, the surgery for my wife—you need to stay out of it. Also, make sure there are no male doctors in the operating room!"
Mai Zekai chuckled, "Knowing you? Of course, I’ve already arranged it. My two senior sisters will perform the surgery for your wife. Shanshan, worried your wife might feel nervous, even volunteered to accompany her in the operating room."
"Shanshan’s maternity leave isn’t over yet—don’t trouble her. I’ll go in with my wife."
"You’ll go in?" Mai Zekai closed the office door with a mysterious expression. "Fourth Brother, I’m not trying to scare you, but try not to. I’ve done a lot of surgeries, but when it’s your own wife giving birth... It’s... let’s just say... even now, I’m still not fully recovered."
Tong Airui shifted his gaze toward Mai Zekai’s beltline, "Really?"
"Really!"
"Haha... Then you can just play eunuch, you coward!"
"Stop laughing!" Mai Zekai reached out to cover his mouth.
Tong Airui pulled his hand away with a grin, "I won’t laugh—hahaha..."
Mai Zekai glared at him.
Finally stopping his laughter, Tong Airui spoke seriously, "No matter the consequences, I have to be with my wife. At a moment like this, I can’t possibly leave her alone."
"...Then go in. Luckily, your wife’s C-section will be easier than Shanshan’s situation."
Tong Airui glanced at him, subtly lifting his chin, "Doesn’t our hospital have a urology department? You should consider going."
Mai Zekai sluggishly adjusted his glasses, "No need. Things will recover naturally—I have faith in that."
"Hmm, you’ve always been slow anyway, so what’s the rush? You don’t need to hurry now either. But if your condition doesn’t improve, make sure to set aside your pride and seek treatment."
"I know. Just don’t gossip about this! Otherwise, the others will constantly tease me."
"I don’t have time to gossip," Tong Airui sighed, "Once these two little troublemakers are born, I’m going to give them a proper spanking—they’ve been way too much work!"
"The one who caused all the trouble is you! Without you, they wouldn’t exist!" Mai Zekai chuckled as he pushed Tong Airui out the door, "Go take care of your wife."
Tong Airui was shoved into the hallway, glancing around quietly.
The hospital was a world of white, with the faint scent of disinfectant lingering in the air. He suddenly found everything about this place incredibly endearing.
It was in this white world where he and his wife began their journey together, and soon, their love would culminate here with the birth of their children.
Tong Airui’s smile grew brighter, "My darlings, Daddy is ready to welcome you. Are you ready?"
Yi Luowa, leaning against the headboard, was just about to drift into a nap when the little troublemakers in her belly kicked her awake. This time, both of them seemed extra exuberant, causing joyful chaos within her.
Yi Luowa gently stroked her belly, smiling, "Are you two that eager to come out and see the world?"
A swift kick served as their reply.
"Little rascals, can’t you be gentler? I know you’re excited, but Mommy is even more impatient than you," Yi Luowa chuckled softly, gazing toward the glass window, where two adorable smiling faces faintly appeared in the reflection.
