Chapter 434 Inner Power
After the villagers knew Liang Lu was pregnant, they sent their blessings and their own eggs, fresh vegetables, etc. The enthusiasm of the villagers made them feel warm. But Liang Lu still had some worries in her heart. She was worried about the future of her child. She knew that although their lives in the village were gradually stabilizing, there were still many unknowns in the outside world.
Qi Tongwei saw her worry and comforted her: "Lulu, don't think too much. We will do our best to create good conditions for the child. We have been through so much, nothing is impossible."
During a prenatal checkup, the doctor told them that the baby was healthy, but Liang Lu was a little weak and needed more rest. On the way home, Liang Lu leaned on Qi Tongwei's shoulder and said, "Tongwei, I am sometimes afraid that I can't raise the baby well." Qi Tongwei hugged her tightly and said, "No, we will accompany the child to grow up together."
They began to prepare baby supplies for the child, and the small room was filled with diapers, small clothes and cribs. Every time Liang Lu saw these things, a happy smile appeared on her face.
As the days passed, Liang Lu's belly grew bigger and bigger. She became less and less able to move, but she would walk in the yard every day, feeling the movement of the baby in her belly. Qi Tongwei carefully supported her.
One night, Liang Lu had a dream that a child was born, a cute little boy who looked a lot like Qi Tongwei. She woke up with a smile and told Qi Tongwei about the dream. Qi Tongwei smiled and said, "Maybe this dream will come true."
After hearing Liang Lu's dream, Qi Tongwei was filled with joy and anticipation. He gently stroked Liang Lu's belly, as if he was talking to his unborn child.
In the following days, Qi Tongwei took even more care of Liang Lu. He asked experienced elders in the village for tips on diet and care for pregnant women, and prepared nutritious and delicious meals for Liang Lu every day. In the morning, he would get up early to pick fresh mushrooms and wild vegetables from the mountains and make a fragrant mushroom soup for Liang Lu. In the afternoon, he would lay a soft mat in the yard so that Liang Lu could rest comfortably in the sun.
Liang Lu's worries gradually dissipated with Qi Tongwei's careful company. She began to knit a small sweater for her child, pouring endless maternal love into every stitch. She imagined the cute look of her child wearing the sweater, and her mouth always curled up unconsciously.
As time went by, Liang Lu was about to give birth. Qi Tongwei cleaned the house spotlessly in advance and prepared clean bedding and baby supplies. He also went to the town several times to confirm the doctor's arrangements to ensure that the delivery process was foolproof.
When Qi Tongwei was happily preparing to welcome the new life, Gao Yuliang's phone call was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples. He looked at Liang Lu's bulging belly and felt mixed emotions.
The ringing of the phone broke the warm tranquility in the room. Qi Tongwei walked aside and slowly answered the phone. Gao Yuliang's voice on the other end of the phone was a little anxious and solemn: "Tongwei, the situation in Handong has become more complicated. Some of the previous things may not be over yet. We may be targeted again." Qi Tongwei's hands trembled slightly, and a trace of worry flashed in his eyes, but he quickly took a deep breath and tried to keep his voice calm: "Teacher, Liang Lu is about to give birth, I want to take care of the family first."
Gao Yuliang was silent for a moment on the other end of the phone, and said, "Tongwei, you can't hide just because you want to. We are now on the same boat. If we don't handle it well, the consequences will be disastrous." Qi Tongwei gritted his teeth, glanced at Liang Lu who was sitting on the bed and gently stroking her belly, and said in a low voice, "Teacher, I know, but I can't ignore them now."
After hanging up the phone, Qi Tongwei returned to Liang Lu and tried to put on a smile. Liang Lu was keenly aware of his abnormality and asked softly, "Tongwei, what's wrong? Is there something wrong?" Qi Tongwei held her hand and said, "It's okay, Lulu, don't worry. It's just some minor problems at work. I can handle it."
At night, Qi Tongwei lay in bed, tossing and turning. He thought of his past experiences in the officialdom of Handong. The compromises and deals he made to climb the ladder were now like time bombs. He looked at Liang Lu who was sleeping beside him, and secretly vowed in his heart that he must give them a stable home.
The next morning, Qi Tongwei got up early to prepare breakfast. He carefully washed and cooked the fresh ingredients, hoping that Liang Lu would eat healthy and nutritious food. But his mind drifted to Handong's affairs from time to time.
A few days later, Qi Tongwei decided to go to the town. On the one hand, he wanted to buy some more tonics for Liang Lu, and on the other hand, he wanted to find out whether the news from Handong had reached here. In the town market, Qi Tongwei heard some people whispering about the changes in the officialdom of Handong. His heartbeat suddenly accelerated, and he quickened his pace to buy things and hurried back.
After returning home, Qi Tongwei saw Liang Lu knitting a sweater for her child in the yard. The sun shone on her, and the scene was beautiful and peaceful. He walked over and hugged Liang Lu gently. Liang Lu leaned in his arms and said, "Tongwei, I can feel that you are worried. No matter what happens, it's good for our family to be together." Qi Tongwei nodded, but his heart was very heavy.
As Liang Lu's due date approached, Qi Tongwei put almost all his energy on her. He consulted the village midwife about more problems that might be encountered during childbirth and how to deal with them, and also disinfected every corner of the house.
However, the pressure from Handong was always there. Qi Tongwei kept receiving some suggestive messages asking him to go back to assist in the investigation. He was caught in a dilemma, with his wife who was about to give birth and his unborn child on one side, and the political turmoil that might involve him on the other.
Qi Tongwei struggled with this dilemma. He knew that if he got involved in the political turmoil in Handong, it might bring disaster to his family. At this time, Liang Lu was about to give birth, and the child was about to be born. It was the continuation of his life and his hope for the future.
He looked at everything familiar in his home, including his and Liang Lu's wedding photo hanging on the wall. Although their relationship was full of twists and turns, it was now full of warmth. He thought of everything Liang Lu had done for him, the days of waiting, the tolerance and understanding. He paced in the yard, and the land under his feet seemed to give him strength. He secretly made up his mind to give up the past for the sake of his family.
He stopped replying to those suggestive messages, took out his SIM card and threw it into the water tank in the yard. He knew that this meant he had to completely break with some of his past relationships, but for the sake of his family, he had no hesitation.