Hong Kong variety show: The mastermind behind the scenes is emerging.

August 10, 1983, noon.

Happy Valley, Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital.

As one of the most prestigious private hospitals in Hong Kong, this hospital has always been the preferred choice for the wealthy and famous. Paparazzi often camp out outside the hospital, hoping to capture photos of celebrities giving birth or witnessing dramatic family feuds.

But today, the hospital entrance was unusually quiet.

Half an hour earlier, a black convoy from Jiahe Security Company had already blocked off the hospital's main access routes. A dozen bodyguards in black suits and sunglasses stood like iron towers at each entrance, their menacing aura forcing any attempt at covert filming to retreat.

"squeak--"

A black Rolls-Royce Silver Spur came to a smooth stop at the entrance to the VIP passage.

The car door opened, but Lu Chen didn't wait for the bodyguard to open it as usual. Instead, he quickly got out of the car, went around to the other side, carefully opened the door, and even thoughtfully placed his hand on the top frame of the door.

"Slow down, watch your head."

Lu Chen's voice was so gentle it was almost dripping with tenderness.

Ruan Mei, wearing a beige chunky knit sweater, with a lingering blush and a hint of nervousness on her face, helped Lu Chen down the steps.

"Dude... isn't that a bit much?"

Looking at the entourage surrounding her, which resembled a presidential procession, Ruan Mei shrank back somewhat embarrassedly. "I'm just... here for a check-up..."

"Shhh."

Lu Chen gently stroked her nose, his eyes full of affection. "Right now, you and the baby in your belly are the most important. Forget about renting out the whole place, even buying this hospital would be worth it as long as you're happy."

VIP consultation room in obstetrics and gynecology.

There was no pungent disinfectant smell here; instead, a faint lavender fragrance filled the air.

The moment Lu Chen called, the director of Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital personally arranged for Dr. Fong, the best obstetrics and gynecology expert in Hong Kong.

Dr. Fang was a middle-aged woman in her forties with a kind face and wearing gold-rimmed glasses. She was a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in England and had delivered countless babies for wealthy families.

"Mr. Lu, Mrs. Lu, please have a seat."

Dr. Fang smiled and gestured for Ruan Mei to lie down on the examination bed. "Don't be nervous, relax. Let's do an ultrasound first."

"Okay...okay."

Ruan Mei lay down stiffly, her hands gripping Lu Chen's large hands tightly. Lu Chen's palms were sweaty, he seemed even more nervous than Ruan Mei.

As the cool coupling gel was applied to Ruan Mei's flat abdomen, Dr. Fang slowly moved the probe around.

On the ultrasound screen next to me, a patch of black and white static appeared.

Lu Chen stared intently at the screen, not daring to blink. He could handle deals worth hundreds of millions without batting an eye in the business world, but now his throat felt dry.

"What is that...?"

Lu Chen pointed to a small, bean sprout-like thing in the center of the screen, his voice trembling slightly.

"Congratulations Mr. Lu, congratulations Mrs. Lu."

Dr. Fang pointed to the small dot of light and said with a smile, "This is the embryo. Judging from its size, it has developed for about nine weeks, which is more than two months."

"Moreover, the implantation site was excellent, right in the center of the uterus."

"Come on, listen to this."

Dr. Fang pressed a button on the instrument.

"Thump—thump—thump—"

In the quiet consultation room, a rapid and forceful sound suddenly rang out.

The sound wasn't loud; it was like a miniature train running, or like the beating of war drums.

dong dong dong.

That is the rhythm of life.

In that instant, Lu Chen felt as if his heart had been struck hard.

He was born twice.

Although he was also a business elite in his previous life, he was all alone until he transmigrated and had never experienced this feeling of blood connection.

In this life, in the time and space of 1983, he finally put down roots.

That tiny point of light, that powerful heartbeat, was the greatest proof of Lu Chen's existence in this world.

"Is this... a child's heartbeat?"

Lu Chen turned his head, his eyes slightly red, and looked at Dr. Fang.

"Yes, very strong, very healthy." Dr. Fang nodded affirmatively.

Then, Dr. Fang looked at the report that the cardiology expert had just brought over again, and her smile widened.

"Regarding Mrs. Lu's heart condition, the head of cardiology just examined her, and all her indicators are currently stable. Although congenital heart disease can put a strain on her in late pregnancy, with careful care and by maintaining a positive attitude, she can have a safe delivery."

"Really?!"

Ruan Mei burst into tears of excitement. Her biggest fear was that she would lose her child because of her illness, or that she would die on the operating table.

"Really." Dr. Fang held her hand. "You have to believe in us, and you have to believe in the baby. He has a very strong will to live."

……

Inspection complete.

Lu Chen was a completely different person when he came out of the consultation room.

The once powerful and decisive media mogul is gone, replaced by a soon-to-be father filled with anxiety and uncertainty.

"Honey, slow down."

"Honey, are you tired? Do you want me to carry you?"

"Honey, that step is a bit high, watch out."

Back in the car, Lu Chen did something that left Ruan Mei both amused and exasperated.

He had Ruan Mei lie half-reclined on the back seat, and then, like a child, he pressed his ear against Ruan Mei's still flat stomach.

"Ah Chen... what are you doing?"

Ruan Mei blushed deeply and pushed his head away, "The doctor said it's only been two months, what are you listening to?"

"Let me hear if he calls me 'Dad'," Lu Chen said seriously. "Shh—don't talk, I think I hear him moving."

"You're lying!"

Ruan Mei couldn't help but laugh, gently stroking Lu Chen's hair. "That's just bowel sounds... you idiot."

Seeing Lu Chen's childish demeanor, Ruan Mei's last bit of unease vanished. She knew that this man truly loved the child, and he truly loved her.

……

Two o'clock in the afternoon.

Kowloon Tong, Luk Family Villa.

Today is a special day. Lu Chen specially called back all his female friends who were still filming or shopping outside.

The spacious European-style living room was now filled with beautiful women.

Everyone was speculating what important matter Lu Chen had called them back for.

"Cough cough."

Lu Chen took Ruan Mei's hand and slowly walked down from the second floor.

"Is everyone here?"

Lu Chen looked around, his face beaming with undisguised joy.

"I've called everyone back today because I have some very exciting news to announce."

Lu Chen pulled Ruan Mei in front of him and gently placed his hand on her stomach.

"Amei is pregnant."

"Two months."

boom--

This sentence was like a depth charge, exploding in the living room.

All the women were stunned.

For a split second, the air seemed to freeze.

Envy, surprise, disappointment, bitterness... a variety of complex emotions flashed through the eyes of these beauties.

In this grand mansion, everyone knows what being the "eldest son" means. It represents status, the future, and an unshakeable weight in Lu Chen's heart.

However, this silence lasted only a second.

The first one to stand up was the Queen of the Night.

"Congratulations, Mei!" The domineering woman, though a little disappointed that she hadn't been the first to conceive, was genuinely happy for Ruan Mei. "That's great! Our family is finally going to have a new member! Chen, you have to reward Mei properly!"

With the leader taking the lead, the other women also reacted and surrounded her.

"Wow! Really? Sister Mei, you're going to be a mom?" Qiu Di, the youngest and most innocent-minded girl, excitedly touched Ruan Mei's belly. "Then am I going to be a godmother?"

"Congratulations, Ame." Although Laura's eyes showed a hint of disappointment, she still smiled and offered her blessings. "Take care of yourself, and don't do any more heavy or strenuous work in the future."

"Yes, yes, Ah Mei is always so good to us, we must take good care of her this time."

These blessings are all from the bottom of my heart.

Having spent so much time together, everyone has their own standards and genuine respect for Ruan Mei.

It wasn't just because Ruan Mei was Lu Chen's first woman, but also because her lack of competitiveness, kindness, and tolerance made her the only irreplaceable "glue" in the family. No one else could hold onto the position of "official wife."

"Thank you... thank you everyone," Ruan Mei said, her eyes welling with tears as she looked at her sisters surrounding her and showering her with concern. "I... I will try my best to have a healthy baby..."

Seeing this, Lu Chen nodded with satisfaction.

This is the home he wanted.

……

After settling the women in, Lu Chen called Ba Wanghua and Tian Yangsheng to his study.

The atmosphere instantly shifted from warm to serious.

"Ah Hui." Lu Chen sat in the boss's chair, tapping his fingers on the table. "Starting today, I want you to assemble a top-notch medical and nursing team. Nutritionists, obstetric nurses, and experts specializing in maternal psychology. They will work in shifts 24 hours a day to ensure that Ah Mei's daily life is taken care of without any problems."

"Furthermore, all ingredients must be specially supplied and inspected. I don't want to see any accidents."

"Understood." Ba Wanghua's expression was serious. "Don't worry, Chen, I will personally select the candidates and investigate their ancestors for eighteen generations."

"Ah Sheng."

"Boss." Tian Yangsheng stepped forward.

"Security level raised to the highest level, red alert." A cold glint flashed in Lu Chen's eyes. "From now on, there must be one of our people within five meters of Amei. No one except me, Ahui, and the others is allowed to approach."

"Also, investigate whether I have any enemies targeting me recently. Especially that Boss Lei, and Li Chengjia's side. I don't want any trouble to disturb Amei."

"If anyone dares to have any ulterior motives..."

Lu Chen didn't finish speaking, but Tian Yangsheng understood the meaning behind that look.

"Kill without mercy," Tian Yangsheng coldly added the second half of the sentence.

……

After arranging everything, Lu Chen sent everyone away.

He sat alone in his spacious study, watching the sunset outside the window.

He opened the drawer and took out a cigar, but remembering that Ruan Mei was pregnant, he silently put it back.

He picked up the red private phone and dialed a number.

The phone rang three times before being answered.

"Feed? Boss?"

"Old Cheng, you're still awake?" Lu Chen asked casually.

"If the boss isn't asleep, how could I dare to sleep?" Cheng Yiyan said with a smile. "I heard there's good news today? Congratulations, boss, on the birth of your son!"

Lu Chen never intended to hide Ruan Mei's pregnancy, so the news had already spread throughout the entire Jiahe Group.

"Since it's a joyous occasion, we should make it a grand affair." Lu Chen flicked his cigarette ash. "Old Cheng, I'm giving you a task."

"Whatever your command."

"Help me find something." Lu Chen looked at the moonlight outside the window, his eyes gentle yet firm.

"I want a diamond."

"I don't want ordinary white diamonds. Those things are too tacky and don't deserve Ah Mei."

"I want a Pink Diamond."

"The color must be the highest grade 'Fancy Vivid Pink,' the clarity must be flawless (FL), and the weight..."

Lu Chen paused, recalling Ruan Mei's slender fingers and her crystal-clear heart.

"At least five carats, preferably pear-shaped or heart-shaped."

Cheng Yiyan on the other end of the phone gasped.

A 5-carat top-grade fancy vivid pink diamond? This is a rare treasure that is hard to find on the international market and is priceless.

"Boss, this thing... I'm afraid we'll have to try our luck at top auctions like Sotheby's or Christie's," Cheng Yiyan said hesitantly. "The price might be..."

"I told you, money is not an issue."

Lu Chen interrupted him, her tone leaving no room for argument.

"Using all our connections in Europe and South Africa. Whether it's buying from royalty or taking from mine owners."

"I want to see it on my desk within a month."

"because……"

Lu Chen looked at the burning cigar between his fingers and a smile appeared on his lips.

"I'm planning to propose."

"I want to give Anita Mui a title, a title that all of Hong Kong and the world will envy."

On the other end of the phone, Cheng Yiyan was silent for two seconds, then his voice became serious and respectful.

"clear."

"Don't worry, boss, I'll find that 'Pink Star' for you even if I have to turn the earth upside down."