Chapter 139: Giving Birth

Wen Qingchuan was momentarily stunned after saying this, and his face suddenly turned red.

Shen Sangyu raised her eyebrows and sat on the bed, waiting.

Though her face was pale, the upturned corners of her mouth indicated her good mood.

Wen Qingchuan was only stunned for two seconds before walking over to open the food package and carefully feeding Shen Sangyu mouthful by mouthful.

Shen Sangyu had stayed in the hospital for three days. After the final examination was completed and the doctor confirmed that there was nothing wrong, Wen Qingchuan bought a train ticket to return to the army that day.

Wen Qingchuan was lucky and even managed to purchase a sleeper berth. Shen Sangyu returned to the family compound and slept for a long time.

The sleeper berth on the train was only marginally better than other places, but the carriage was narrow, and one could hear footsteps, snoring, and conversations outside at night, making it difficult to sleep well.

However, Wen Qingchuan’s spirit had long been restored. As soon as Shen Sangyu fell asleep, he left home to find Yang Junzhi.

Wen Qingchuan had already prepared a written report before, and he could go back after making an oral report.

As fate would have it, when Shen Sangyu arrived, Yang Junzhi was in a meeting with the leaders.

Among them were several experts in aircraft research, including Qin Duanshan and Gu Linzhang.

Wen Qingchuan had seen Qin Duanshan before but didn’t greet him.

When he arrived, the meeting had just concluded, and the two men approached him directly: “Is Comrade Sangyu feeling better?”

Wen Qingchuan nodded. “Better. She is resting at home now. Do you two want to visit her?”

Qin Duanshan and Gu Linzhang were very busy at the research institute and regrettably shook their heads in response.

However, before leaving, they took out two red envelopes from their pockets. “There is a custom in our hometown.

Comrade Sangyu is unwell, so we give her a red envelope to ward off bad luck.”

When Wen Qingchuan heard this, he remembered that he hadn’t prepared any, so he accepted them without hesitation. “I will definitely bring them.”

Gu Linzhang and Qin Duanshan observed Shen Sangyu’s husband and felt increasingly satisfied.

At a young age, he was already the head of the military region. Although he was much older than Sangyu, he seemed like a man who could care for her.

Being men themselves, they understood the sense of pride they often felt.

Shen Sangyu’s future was limitless, but Wen Qingchuan did not seem embarrassed at all, supporting his wife with his actions.

“When the time comes, you can discuss with Comrade Sangyu about writing a paper on drones after school starts.”

Wen Qingchuan himself had only graduated from elementary school. Even though he had learned a lot over the years, he had never been exposed to academic matters, so he didn’t agree right away.

“I will mention it to Sangyu.”

Qin Duanshan was satisfied with this and left the military region with Gu Linzhang.

When Shen Sangyu woke up, Wen Qingchuan had already returned and was stewing pork ribs outside in the corridor.

The rich aroma of the bone soup mixed with corn wafted into Shen Sangyu’s nostrils.

She was roused from her sleep by the enticing fragrance of the pork rib soup.

Wen Qingchuan had heard rustling sounds coming from the master bedroom a long time ago and soon saw Shen Sangyu walking out in a fluffy outfit.

This furry one-piece pajama was also designed by Shen Sangyu. Even though it wasn’t thick, the wives and children of the military officers in the compound were all wearing similar ones.

I heard that a set of pajamas cost seven or eight yuan, and some of them were not even available!

But these were all designed by his own wife!

Even though Wen Qingchuan didn’t know how to appreciate fashion, he felt that Shen Sangyu looked beautiful in every way.

“You’re awake! Are you hungry? The meat still needs to stew for a while. Drink some soup first.”

Wen Qingchuan said, scooping a bowl of soup for Shen Sangyu and sprinkling some chopped green onions on top for decoration, making it look delicious.

Shen Sangyu, who had initially planned to decline, suddenly felt her stomach growling.

This time, she didn’t refuse anymore, saying, “Yes, please.”

Wen Qingchuan took the opportunity to talk to Shen Sangyu about the thesis and then asked, “Last time, the villagers of our river were trapped in a cave; it was your drone that saved us.”

The drone had delivered substantial supplies, preventing them from succumbing to hypothermia in the mountains and forests and ensuring they didn’t starve.

“Can this type of drone be mass-produced?”

Wen Qingchuan realized the advantages of drones and couldn’t help but ask.

“Yes, I calculated that the cost of a drone is about 300 yuan.”

After a pause, Shen Sangyu explained, “The reason I spent 30,000 yuan is because of the loss of materials.

This was my first time making a drone, and the loss ratio was very high. But now I have mastered the design and core devices.

The cost is almost only a matter of materials. Drones can be widely used, not only in rescue operations.

If they develop rapidly, they can also assist the military significantly. It’s a pity that I haven’t achieved the effect I want so far.”

Wen Qingchuan felt that Shen Sangyu was being too modest.

“Director Qin said your drone is very powerful. Don’t belittle yourself.”

Shen Sangyu couldn’t help but laugh at Wen Qingchuan’s serious tone.

She teased, “I’m not being modest.”

Wen Qingchuan: ? ? ?

“I’m being modest,” she repeated with a playful smile.

Wen Qingchuan: “… Let’s eat.”

Then Shen Sangyu’s laughter filled the room.

She hadn’t expected Wen Qingchuan to have such a charming side.

Shen Sangyu wasn’t in a hurry to work on the thesis about drones. After all, she had said she would do it after school started.

So after calling Qin Duanshan to express her willingness to write the thesis, she began to prepare for the New Year.

Last year, they hadn’t celebrated the New Year. Wen Qingchuan had been in the hospital, and with everything happening at the Wen family, she had no mood for festivities.

But this year was different.

Now she had some savings, and Wen Qingchuan received a reward when he initiated the general mobilization at the end of the year. Everything was moving in a positive direction.

Wen Qingchuan only had the afternoon off on New Year’s Eve, so Shen Sangyu handled the New Year’s shopping on her own.

Fortunately, Cao Ruyue was there to assist her.

Knowing that Shen Sangyu had little experience, Cao Ruyue took care of most things.

Shen Sangyu was very grateful and, when she returned home, picked out two handfuls of truffle chocolates for Hu Zi.

Shen Sangyu bought three pounds of chocolate, which cost a full twenty yuan more expensive than a piece of clothing. Cao Ruyue insisted she didn’t want anything.

“This is for my child, not for you. What’s more, if others can enjoy it, Hu Zi should too.”

Cao Ruyue was tongue-tied. She knew Shen Sangyu was saying this on purpose, and she couldn’t find the words to refuse. She could only press Hu Zi’s head and let him say thank you.

Hu Zi was now a year older and more polite than last year.

He knew that his little aunt often gave him treats, so he sweetly exclaimed, “Thank you, Auntie!”

Shen Sangyu touched Hu Zi’s head and took out a red envelope from her pocket: “Hu Zi, Happy New Year!”

Hu Zi’s eyes lit up, and he asked, “Aunt, can I open it and see?”

Cao Ruyue was just about to educate her child about the impoliteness of opening a red envelope in front of others.

But before she could say anything, Shen Sangyu nodded, “It’s your envelope; you can decide for yourself.”

So Hu Zi happily opened the red envelope.

Shen Sangyu had given Hu Zi a red envelope with a full five yuan.

For a Chinese New Year red envelope, this was certainly a generous amount. Hu Zi was so delighted that he danced with joy.

Cao Ruyue felt pleased that Shen Sangyu valued Hu Zi. When they were alone, she pulled Shen Sangyu aside and whispered, “Sangyu, do you really like children?”

Shen Sangyu didn’t react immediately.

But after thinking carefully, she realized that who wouldn’t like a sweet and soft baby?

So she nodded, “I like them very much.”

Cao Ruyue’s expression darkened: “Then why don’t you consider having a baby with Captain Wen?”