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Gu Dongcheng mellowed his tone upon seeing that she had teared up. Lets take you for another checkup tomorrow. We shall keep the baby if the doctor says that youre really going to have a hard time getting pregnant again. Otherwise, well abort it if he says that another abortion wont make a difference. Will that do?

Chi Ruier agreed instantly with a nod, Alright, well go with your plan.

An Xiaoning woke up to find Jin Qingyan sitting beside her.

She made eye contact with him as soon as she opened her eyes.

Youre up?

An Xiaoning nodded and asked, Wheres Gu Beicheng?

He had already gone home, answered Jin Qingyan, though he was a little disgruntled to hear that Gu Beicheng was the first person she asked about, right after waking up.

As soon as he finished speaking, a sound could be heard coming from the door. It was Mei Yangyang, who had entered with a lunchbox in her hand. Sis Xiaoning, youre awake. Heres some fish soup my father made for you. Would you like to have some now? Mei Yangyang asked while placing the lunchbox onto the table.

Alright, thank your father for me, An Xiaoning said with a feeble voice.

Dont mention it, Sis. Just focus on recuperating. We still have a lot to do together, once you recover, said Mei Yangyang as she scooped some soup into a bowl.

It smells delicious.

Let Brother-in-law feed you, said Mei Yangyang, handing the bowl of soup and a spoon to Jin Qingyan.

She then proceeded to help An Xiaoning adjust the bed so the latter could sit up.

Jin Qingyan fed her the soup, mouthful after mouthful, until she had finished every last drop of it. He discovered that An Xiaoning seemed to have become cold and distant towards him ever since the incident happened, though he was unsure if he was just imagining things.

Qingyan, you may head back first. Let Yangyang accompany me instead.

Alright.

He did as she instructed and exited the hospital ward, only to realize that there were a lot of people waiting outside.

Sis, theres still more soup left in the lunchbox. Let me know when youd like to have some again. This thermal flask works wonders, the soup will still stay warm even after hours have passed, Mei Yangyang said gently as she sat down on the spot Jin Qingyan was sitting on earlier.

An Xiaoning was connected to a drip via a tube inserted into her left hand. She placed her right hand on top of Mei Yangyangs and broke down into tears, finally releasing the emotions she had been suppressing. Yangyang.

Sis dont cry, youre making me want to cry too, said Mei Yangyang as she hurriedly whipped out a piece of tissue paper to wipe An Xiaonings overflowing tears.

Qingyue and I were abducted and taken to a basement somewhere. The hitmen made Qingyan choose between saving me or Qingyue. My mother-in-law was the one who made the decision, An Xiaoning explained.

I heard about it from Tianze, Brother-in-law was tied up forcefully by his parents, Mei Yangyang quickly tried to defend Jin Qingyan.

Well, he was faced with a difficult choice. If I were to put myself in his shoes, I wouldve been stuck in a dilemma and fail to make the right decision too. Fan Shixin was watching and guarding him closely throughout. I know he was put in a spot, so I dont blame him for not choosing to save me. But Yangyang, Ive realized that when one faces the brink of death, survival would be the only thing that matters to them. Everything else would only pale in comparison and come in second, said An Xiaoning, forcing an awkward smile.

Mei Yangyang had also begun to tear up. She took a deep breath and said, Sis, why do I feel like

However, she stopped speaking before finishing what she had on her mind, for she was unsure if she had made a correct guess.

I dont blame him or his family at all. I just feel like I can no longer genuinely treat them like my own family with all my heart, like I used to in the past. So, I have something to ask of you right now, An Xiaoning continued.

What came out of An Xiaonings mouth next was exactly what Mei Yangyang had guessed. Ill speak while you write. Please help me print two copies of a divorce agreement.

Sis, you might want to think through it carefully, or just wait until youre done recuperating

Nah, my decision is final, I wont change my mind even after Ive recovered, An Xiaoning insisted.

Sis, are you upset because the child is gone

An Xiaoning looked up in astonishment and asked, Child? What child?

Mei Yangyang was dumbfounded at her reaction. I thought I thought Brother-in-law had already told you about it.

Clutching the bedsheets tightly, An Xiaoning asked eagerly, What do you mean the child is gone. Was it my child?

Sis, dont get so worked up. Calm down, Ill tell you everything, said Mei Yangyang as she grasped An Xiaonings hands tightly.

After the doctor cleaned up your wound, they realized that there were bloodstains around your thighs, which didnt seem to have come from the wound on your stomach, and began to speculate that you must have been on your menstrual period or had a miscarriage. Thus, they conducted another check on you using the ultrasound scan and verified that youve had a miscarriage. You then had to undergo another surgery to remove the remaining fetal tissue. Sis, were you unaware that you were pregnant? explained Mei Yangyang.

An Xiaoning shook her head profusely. I didnt know I was pregnant. Weve always used protection and contraceptives. I dont even know when I conceived the child. Yet, its already dead before I even came to know about its existence. All of this couldve been prevented if only I knew about it earlier. But theres no point in saying these now, its already too late, she said, filled with agony.

Sis, by when do you need the agreement?

After a brief moment of hesitation, she answered, Let me tell you what, go online and download the latest template of a divorce agreement. Then, add the words I say to the agreement and print it out. Get it done as soon as possible.

Sis, you really dont have to consider it carefully again?

No, marriage indeed involves more than just two people. Ive given up completely.

Alright, Ill go right away, said Mei Yangyang as she stood up and pulled the blanket over An Xiaoning.

An Xiaoning watched as Mei Yangyang left, after which she let out a cry of agony and began bawling in tears while lying on the bed, unable to suppress her emotions any longer. Since the anesthesia had already worn off, her wound began to ache intensely.

Having heard her cries, Gu Beicheng continued to stand by the door and did not enter.

Shi Shaochuan felt rather guilty about the incident, for he was the one who had organized the luncheon. Thus, he hurriedly proceeded to accompany Jin Qingyue in a bid to console her, upon hearing that she had been released.

Dont cry anymore, look how haggard youve become. Youre going to be my bride very soon, you wont look pretty if you keep crying, Shi Shaochuan cajoled her while reaching a hand out to wipe her tears.

Jin Qingyue quickly sat up straight and picked up a handheld mirror to look at herself. She then put it down again and laid in his arms. Shaochuan, the thought of it still terrifies me.

I know, I know. Lets talk about something else more positive. Look at me, Ive lost all of my closest kin, but here I am, still staying strong and getting on with life. Your case is nothing compared to mine. Life still has to go on no matter what, said Shi Shaochuan, holding her hand in his.

Im different from you. If I were to lose my family, I would probably never manage to get a hold on myself, not until a long period of time later. Oh dear, what have I just said? Touch wood! Jin Qingyue answered.

An Xiaoning is still being hospitalized, would you like to come along with me to visit her? asked Shi Shaochuan, thinking it would only be right to visit her.

However, Jin Qingyue refuted instantly, Im not going. She probably detests the sight of me now. Why should I cause unnecessary trouble for myself?

I still think we ought to pay her a visit. Putting this incident aside, shes still your sister-in-law, isnt she?

Why are you so insistent on having me go visit her? Do you think the 50 million dollars youve paid her is too low of a price?

Shi Shaochuan had no choice but to give in. Alright, we wont go then, if youre so unwilling.