Chapter 302: Chapter 299: A Lifetime Promise, Unwavering Heart
Ever since He Yanzi started elementary school, the time Ye Manman and He Chen spent alone together suddenly increased a lot.
Their work and studies had long stabilized, and now they had quickly regained the feeling they had when they first got together, eager to find time to be close to each other every day.
Of course, it was mainly He Chen who was more enthusiastic about being lovey-dovey.
Ye Manman was actually a bit afraid of this man who was always so energetic every day.
She remembered hearing a saying before.
Thirty is a significant watershed for men.
Most men begin to gradually decline after reaching thirty.
But He Chen was already thirty-one, yet he hadn’t changed one bit from six years ago.
Although they often went out on dates, most of the time He Chen preferred to stay home and be close to her.
Sometimes He Chen was so clingy that the next day when she went to school to give a lecture, her voice sounded a little off, making her quite embarrassed a few times.
However, such days did not last long.
The same old reason, He Chen was not compatible with the contraceptives available on the market these days.
So Ye Manman became pregnant again.
When she felt unwell and had been vomiting for two or three days straight, a visit to the hospital revealed she was over a month pregnant.
Just like the first time she was pregnant, around the same time frame.
But this time they were prepared to welcome this child.
Ye Manman had long had a dream of having a lively family with He Chen.
So despite her fear of pain, she still wanted to have another child.
Although He Chen felt heartache for her, he couldn’t resist her; if Ye Manman wanted another child, he could only agree.
With their second pregnancy, they were much more experienced.
Still, He Chen was worried about taking care of her alone, since he often had to go to the company to handle important issues, so he brought Liu Rulan over.
Although Liu Gaoyuan also wanted to come, he was already quite old and not as agile as a few years ago, needing a cane to walk, so he couldn’t make it.
Since they agreed to only have two children, regardless of gender, He Chen found time to undergo a vasectomy.
He came up with this idea himself and even asked a doctor about it, who assured him it wouldn’t affect his functionality, so he went ahead with the surgery with peace of mind.
Ye Manman didn’t see him for a week and thought he was on a business trip, so she didn’t think much of it.
When he returned, as they were being affectionate in the room, she suddenly noticed something was off.
He kept avoiding her touch, and even when she tried to help him out, he refused.
"What’s wrong with you?"
Ye Manman was very puzzled, grabbing onto his waistband, even wondering if he was having an affair.
But his evasive and somewhat pained expression made her feel that wasn’t the case.
It wasn’t until she insisted he take off his pants that he told the truth.
When she heard he had a vasectomy, her eyes widened.
She had heard that this kind of surgery in men carried minimal risk and recovery was quick, but most men were unwilling to undergo it.
After all, men could easily associate it with words like ’sissy’ or ’eunuch,’ none of which are flattering.
Modern men no longer have such strong views on carrying on the family line or machismo, but still, not many are willing to do it.
Especially in this day and age, where every household is keen on continuing the family lineage, particularly families with only one son.
He Chen was the only remaining son of the He Family, and there was just him left in the family, yet he went for a vasectomy. Ye Manman really didn’t know what to say to him for a moment.
But seeing him like this really moved her.
Seeing her look at his wound with tears in her eyes, He Chen quickly hugged her to comfort her.
"It’s okay, it doesn’t hurt, give it a day or two, and it’ll be fine. I just waited a few extra days to come back so I wouldn’t feel like that when I saw you."
"The doctor said that after two months, we could go back for a check-up. If the surgery is successful, we can have normal relations like before, without using those things you find disgusting."
Although his hands no longer had calluses, his skin was still a bit rough.
Being comforted by his touch, Ye Manman, who was just a little moved, now felt increasingly emotional.
She lightly hit his chest, her tone somewhat muffled.
"Dummy, why didn’t you tell me you went there on your own for something like this? I could have at least taken care of you at the hospital."
"Lying in the hospital alone, how uncomfortable would that be?"
He Chen gently squeezed her small hand, his tone excessively tender.
"The hospital is not sanitary; you can’t catch any infections right now. If you catch a cold, wouldn’t my surgery have been for nothing?"
"Right?"
Ye Manman felt a warm and tender feeling inside from his words, and her heart ached as well.
"Humph, but you could have at least called uncle or mom to come and take care of you, or at least bring you some food."
"..."
He Chen was silent for a moment, then pinched her face.
"Do you want others to know your husband had this surgery? What if a doctor came to check and a parent saw it? How would I face them afterward?"
Ye Manman awkwardly smiled, her expression a bit foolish.
"Haha, that does sound pretty awkward, huh?"
He Chen hugged her and gave her a kiss, sighing helplessly.
"You really get silly once you’re pregnant, but even so, you’re still adorable."
"I really want to hold you forever without letting go."
Ye Manman felt moved by his words as well, hugging his waist tightly and leaning against his chest, imagining the future.
"I, too, want to be in your arms forever. If we could be together even after we die, that would be wonderful."
He Chen gently tapped her nose.
"Silly, how would you be together in a cremation? Our ashes can only be placed in the same urn by the kids."
As he said this, He Chen started laughing.
Ye Manman laughed with a silly tear, joining him in his laughter.
Even though they had been together for six or seven years, they were still as close as ever, if not more inseparable.
Ye Manman thought that perhaps this was the purest form of love and marriage in the world.
She felt very fortunate to have this kind of bond with him and to have a warm family with him.
Soon, another summer arrived, and Ye Manman gave birth to a daughter at the same hospital where He Yanzi was born.
Their little daughter’s nickname was Tiantian.
Her full name was one they had planned out years ago.
He Yuchu.
A lifelong promise, never abandoning one’s original intention.
