Section 5

Lawyer Cheng, I... I have no other way out. In Shanghai, I can no longer stay for the time being, I am truly afraid that I might develop postpartum depression

Li Hui not only inherited Zhuo Yao's appearance but also inherited Zhuo Yao's talent for painting. The lifelike paintings made Man Jun feel a pang of sadness.

I told Grandma that my dad and I are only happy when we see Mom, and that Mom will also be happy to see both my dad and me said Li Hui with a childlike innocence

Taking advantage of Duoduo's absence, she called the director, who, still seething with anger, launched into a furious tirade: "How dare you call me? Do you have any idea what a disaster you've caused? The main lawyers of the Tong Group are in our firm, and now we've made a huge joke of ourselves, infighting among our own. How can I face Young Master Tong? And you still want to bring up your trip to the UK? If I let you go to the UK, Young Master Tong will dismantle our law firm, do you believe that? Our ace lawyer Jiang Zhaoyuan also lost because of this lawsuit and is currently in a slump in his career. Not only have you ruined the Tong Group, but you've also destroyed our law firm. If it weren't for Lawyer Cheng mediating, I would have kicked you out of Zhengqing long ago!"

Who brought you here

In the evening, Li Sheng fell asleep, and Duo Duo lay beside Man Jun, covering her with a blanket, snuggling against her shoulder, and said: "Come on, it has finally calmed down. Tell me the story of you and Zhuo Yao over the past six months, as I mentioned before, I am too curious about how you ended up in court."

Manjun took the photo and upon seeing the chubby Lisheng, she thought he looked nothing like a premature baby; his calves were quite long. She couldn't help but laugh, and tears began to fall.

Lin Luyun was quite willing to accept the interview, directing the criticism and blame towards Man Jun, stating: "Our Tong family group has fallen at the hands of our own people this time, and we acknowledge our defeat. The quality of our properties is not an issue, and we are open to inspections from any monitoring agency. As for that lawyer Ruan, we, the Tong family, have drawn a clear line with her; divorce is merely a matter of time. I advise her to be cautious, as there will come a day when she will regret it."

He is usually like this, but as soon as he puts on the white coat and picks up the scalpel, he becomes serious.

It has already been accepted, so what is the point of pursuing this further? There is affection beyond the law, yet emotions cannot escape the law. Be true to your heart

Thank you. Oh, and keep it a secret, do not let him know," she urged

I take a look, I take a look... Li Hui tiptoed closer to Li Sheng's face, gazing joyfully at her younger sister, and said, "Mom, is my sister asleep? She is so adorable. Was I like this when I was little? If Dad saw her, he would definitely be very happy. Dad and Grandma haven't smiled these days."

The baby was born prematurely, but fortunately, the child is very healthy. In another month, I will finish my confinement period. I plan to hand the child over to Zhuoyao; he will take good care of both children, and then I will proceed with the divorce formalities. I want to go to the UK for further studies, not to escape, but I am just afraid of staying here, very afraid... afraid of facing this..." She said, gradually becoming incoherent.

Outside the window, spring rain is falling

Lin Muchen, with a demeanor that suggested "it's just a small matter," said: "I may not be familiar with everyone in each department, but everyone in this place must be familiar with me. Rest assured, I will go and greet them. You are currently in the postpartum period, so you need to take good care of yourself during the confinement. Don't overthink things, and pay attention to your health"

Our Li Sheng has been born for a week now, yet has not seen his father.

Understood! He made an OK gesture and walked out of the ward

After being discharged from the hospital, she returned to the apartment in Green Times Garden with Li Sheng and Duo Duo. This apartment was a gift he had given her when Green Times Garden was first launched, with "Green Times" being a homophone for "lawyer." It had been a long time since she had been back here, and the interior furnishings were still the same as before

He had an arrogant demeanor, as if there were no task in the world that Lin Muchen could not accomplish

"Alright, I will make the arrangements. You should discuss it with him; that is my personal suggestion," Cheng Suqing said.

Does this hospital have any doctors you are familiar with? Could you please help me inquire about the baby's current condition? I am very worried.

Did you give birth

Are you looking for me to recommend you to pursue further studies in the United Kingdom

She spoke eloquently

That memory, she also longs to revisit

Duo Duo excitedly pushed open the ward door and said, "Man Jun, look who has come!"

In the future, he will undoubtedly be a strong and brave boy

"It was Uncle Lin who brought me here, he is just outside. He said this is our secret and we must not let Dad and Grandma know. Mom, I drew a picture for you." Li Hui took out a piece of drawing paper from the small backpack on his shoulder, on which a cartoon image of a family of four was drawn with crayons.

Lin Muchen seemed to see through her heart and said: "Are you missing Li Hui? I believe Li Hui must also miss her mother and sister very much. How about this, I will find some time in the next few days, come up with an excuse, and bring Li Hui over to keep you company, alright?"

She was at a loss for words. After listening to the director's outburst, she silently hung up the phone. At that moment, she thought of Cheng Suqing. With his qualifications and status accumulated over two to three decades in Zhengqing, he was the only one capable of turning the tide now

Lin Muchen's speed is comparable to that of a rocket, as he appeared in the hospital room just five minutes later, leading Manjun to seriously doubt whether he actually resides in the hospital's backyard

It is incredibly astonishing to say: "This guy has such a nonchalant demeanor, yet he is the chief surgeon in cardiology, and at a renowned hospital abroad. How amazing! Just look at him, he looks like a street thug. If I were a patient and saw my doctor like this, I would probably be scared to death right there in the operating room."

She turned off the television and gazed at the baby in her arms. This little infant, with long eyelashes and jet-black hair, she softly said: "Do you miss your father? Do you blame me for not letting you see him?"

She was overjoyed, stroking Li Hui's head, and said: "Mom misses you too, come quickly to see your little sister, she looks just like you"

During the days in the hospital, it was all thanks to Duoduo's care that He Xijia often came to visit her mentor, Manjun, sometimes bringing along interesting stories from the law firm. By chance, Manjun learned from He Xijia that there was an opportunity to study in the UK for half a year at the law firm. Originally, this opportunity was meant for Jiang Zhaoyuan, but after losing the case, Jiang Zhaoyuan seemed unwilling to go to the UK and was also busy serving as a consultant lawyer for the Tong Group, handling the upcoming matters.

The camera only captured a hurried silhouette of him; she could tell that he had lost a lot of weight, while Ji Dong remained in front of the camera the entire time

The news about the Tong Group on television is predominantly negative. Every day, homeowners gather at the base of the Tong Group's building to unfurl banners demanding inspections, refunds, and compensation. Even in residential communities where residents moved in a year ago, some homeowners are attempting to exploit the situation to gain benefits. The stock of the Tong Group has plummeted, leading investors to sell off their shares, and the restaurants and hotels under its management are also facing dismal business.

Having concluded the conversation with Cheng Suqing, she made the decision to pursue further studies in the United Kingdom. However, every time she looks at the infant Li Sheng, this conviction begins to wane. Li Sheng changes remarkably every day, capable of smiling and displaying a variety of expressions. Sometimes, when gazing into her mother's eyes, he suddenly breaks into a smile. The smile of an infant is truly the purest.

It is still unknown at this time; mother will need to be hospitalized for observation for a period. You are a little man, promise your mother that even if she is not by your side, you will listen to your father, not eat indiscriminately, and not throw tantrums. The more well-behaved you are, the more your father and mother will love you. She held the sleeping Li Sheng in her left arm and the understanding Li Hui in her right arm.

She spent a long week in the hospital, enduring the torment of waiting. Until Li Sheng was brought in by the nurse and placed in her arms. Upon seeing her Li Sheng, she was overwhelmed with joy and tears, carefully cradling Li Sheng in her arms and examining her closely. It was truly unfair; Li Hui was a miniature version of Zhuo Yao, bearing a striking resemblance to him. Her daughter, Li Sheng, also looked so much like Zhuo Yao, with eyes, mouth, and nose that were unmistakably Zhuo Yao's features.

She kept it in her heart; after studying in the UK for half a year, she contemplated whether to go, as she was worried about Li Sheng

She saw him on the television in the intensive care unit

At this moment, both children are not by her side

She feels very lost, having not received the affection from her husband that other mothers do after childbirth. He had promised her in the past that he would make it up to her. When she gave birth to Li, he was not by her side. He had sworn that he would be there for the entire process when she gave birth to Li. Now, where is he?

This is Dad, holding my younger sister; this is Mom, holding my hand; our family is going out to play. Li Huai opened his mouth and smiled innocently, "Mom, when will you come home with my sister?"

She did not inform Duoduo of this plan, fearing that Duoduo would complicate matters. Even if she were to go to the United Kingdom, she would have to keep it a secret from Tong Zhuoyao

It is said that daughters who resemble their fathers are blessed

"No, the current matters are enough to trouble him," she thought of Cheng Suqing, who insisted on providing pro bono legal aid to help the disadvantaged groups in society, and then asked, "Lawyer Cheng, should I not take this case?"

Then you must be obedient, do not be mischievous, and avoid making your father and grandmother angry. You need to behave well, as you will be an older brother in the future and should set a good example for your younger sister

She was extremely happy and asked, "Really? Please don't tease me."

Li Hui quickly dashed in and ran to her mother, saying: "Mom—I've missed you so much"

Cheng Suqing was not surprised by her call

Ten minutes later, Lin Muchen entered the ward with several photos, bringing good news as well: "I have inquired, and the child's condition is very stable. He can already drink a few milliliters of milk. He will stay in the incubator for about a week before returning to his mother's side. Look at the photos; the little one is amusing himself in the incubator."

They searched for each other back and forth, that segment of the past ultimately became just a reminiscence in the dark night

Lin Muchen said that they could not linger for too long, otherwise it would be inconvenient to bring Li Hui back next time. The mother and son had no choice but to part reluctantly after a brief meeting. Manjun clearly saw the tears in Li Hui's eyes, which were on the verge of spilling over, as the little one struggled to hold back the tears