Beijing-Hong Kong Rosemary

Chapter 201

Shen Guining touched her flat stomach and spoke up for the baby, "He's been behaving well for now."

Qu Yanci placed his hand on the back of her hand. "Did you throw up yesterday?"

"I felt nauseous but couldn't throw up, but eating some sour plums helped." Shen Guining licked her lips, and when she mentioned sour plums, she wanted to eat some again.

Qu Yanci rubbed the back of her head. "Get up and have breakfast. We're going to the hospital for a checkup."

"it is good."

After washing up and changing clothes, she went out half an hour later to have breakfast outside because Shen Guining suddenly wanted to eat fried dough sticks and tofu pudding.

Qu Yanci specially found an old shop in a hutong alley, which was clean, hygienic, and had authentic flavors.

There were quite a few people early in the morning; business was booming.

The fried dough sticks were fried until golden brown and crispy, and smelled delicious.

Shen Guining's taste buds were whetted, and she ate two fried dough sticks, four steamed buns, and a bowl of tofu pudding.

To fill one's stomach completely.

She sat there, not wanting to move, saying, "I'm too full."

"Let's go, let's digest a bit." Qu Yanci scanned the code to pay, put away his phone, and reached out to take her hand.

“Okay.” Shen Guining placed her hand in his palm.

The surrounding streets are all hutongs and alleyways with low, mottled walls that give them a sense of history.

People come and go, and you can hear the strong Beijing accent in their conversations; it's full of life.

Shen Guining asked Qu Yanci curiously, "Why don't you speak with a Beijing accent?"

He said casually, "I don't want to learn."

Shen Guining smiled, her lips curving upwards.

After walking for twenty minutes, I returned to the car and went to the hospital for a checkup.

The blood test results confirmed the pregnancy.

The doctor handed over the report and smiled, "Congratulations to you both! The baby is just over four weeks old, and all the indicators are normal. During your pregnancy, please pay attention to a balanced diet, maintain a good mood, and attend your prenatal checkups on time."

Shen Guining felt relieved. "Thank you, doctor."

Qu Yanci also inquired about some dietary precautions and how to alleviate morning sickness.

He hadn't expected the baby to come so quickly, and he didn't have enough knowledge about pregnant women and babies, so he was afraid he wouldn't be able to take good care of them.

He can handle anything with ease, but being a father is a first for him, and he really has no experience.

After leaving the hospital, Shen Guining immediately called her grandmother to tell her the news of her pregnancy.

Ms. Tan was overjoyed, beaming from ear to ear, and couldn't help but chatter on, "You need to be especially careful during the first three months of pregnancy. Have Aci take good care of you. If that's not possible, it would be safer to hire a professional postpartum nanny and nutritionist." Shen Guining replied, "Okay, we'll discuss it. Don't worry."

We talked for about ten minutes before hanging up.

Ms. Tan did not mention that Qu Yanci also had that plan, to hire a nutritionist to come to the house to take care of Shen Guining's diet.
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After becoming pregnant, Shen Guining applied for a long leave from her superiors to stay home and rest during her pregnancy.

High-difficulty dance moves are no longer allowed, but simple, basic ones are fine.

During early pregnancy, she had a poor appetite and often couldn't eat anything, only craving sour foods.

My weight barely increased in the first three months; I was still so thin.

Qu Yanci tried to handle most of his work at home and spend more time with Shen Guining, paying close attention to her emotions.

During this period, he read mostly books related to pregnant women, finishing six books in two months, all in his spare time. His reading volume and speed are truly astonishing.

Shen Guining's morning sickness gradually disappeared starting from the fourth month, her appetite slowly improved, and she often felt hungry in the middle of the night.

Qu Yanci was a light sleeper, and she would notice any movement.

"What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?" he asked.

Shen Guining touched her belly, "The baby is hungry."

Qu Yanci chuckled, threw back the covers and sat up. "What do you want to eat? I'll make it for you."

Shen Guining thought for a moment, "Let's have spaghetti."

"Okay, wait."

"I want to go with you."

In the dead of night, the kitchen and dining room lights came on, and the sound of spatulas clattering broke the silence.

A tall figure stood busily working in front of the stove, his movements practiced and skilled, clearly not a first-timer.

The aroma of onions and meat sauce fills the air as they are added to the pan, and the pasta is coated in sauce, looking incredibly appealing.

Qu Yanci took a plate from the cupboard and scooped out the pot.

Shen Guining had already picked up her chopsticks and was sitting at the table waiting.

As soon as the pasta was served, she started eating.

Qu Yanci pulled out a chair and sat down next to her. "Slow down, be careful it's hot."

Shen Guining swallowed a mouthful and praised with satisfaction, "Delicious."

She finished the whole plate.

Qu Yanci took out a tissue and wiped her mouth.

Shen Guining smiled and said, "Baby says thank you, Daddy."