Spoiled by Love – Sweetheart, Don’t Tempt Me

When she returned after taking out the trash, Xia Zhennan had almost finished talking and handed the phone to her as she entered: “Wife, our mom wants to speak with you.”

With her mother-in-law wanting to talk, Zhan Niantong naturally didn’t dare to be negligent: “Mom…”

From the receiver came old Mrs. Xia’s noticeably excited and joyful voice, clearly reassured by something her dear husband had just told her: “Niantong, it’s going to be hard on you during this time.”

In her heart, she wanted to thank her daughter-in-law more, for she had brought her son back to her. But since they were family, expressing gratitude seemed too formal.

“Mom, what are you saying? This is what I should do.” Her mother-in-law was really something; she didn’t want her to be polite, yet she was being polite herself! After chatting for a bit, Zhan Niantong remembered what the doctor said last night and couldn’t help but ask her: “Mom, is Dad next to you?”

Her daughter-in-law rarely sought her husband, so if she did, it must be something important. Old Mrs. Xia responded and handed the phone to her husband.

“What is it?” Xia Haotian was always a man of few words, even when he had to speak, he kept it brief. His simple three words carried an endless authority.

Embarrassed, even through the phone, that authoritative voice made Zhan Niantong uneasy. Her father-in-law had been retired for so many years yet remained so stern. If he were in uniform training soldiers, wouldn’t he be terrifying? Luckily, she wasn’t one of his soldiers.

Thinking this, she paused for three seconds before clearing her throat and cautiously speaking: “Dad, I heard that the Red Cell Medical Team in Haicheng Military Region has a medical doctor who is very skilled in orthopedics. I want to…”

Although her father-in-law had left the military for so many years, his authority remained. Asking him to lower his face to request help was something Zhan Niantong felt uneasy about. But since it concerned her husband’s lifelong matter, she had to speak up. Even though her father-in-law always wore a stern face, treating everyone the same, she knew that he truly loved the younger generation, though he was not good with words, hiding his deep love in his heart.

Unexpectedly, when she hesitated and couldn’t continue, Xia Haotian interrupted her, his tone as serious as ever, devoid of any emotion: “I know. I’ll talk to him.”

She hadn’t expected her father-in-law to guess what she wanted to say and agree immediately. Naturally, her mood was incredibly joyful. As long as there was a glimmer of hope, she wouldn’t give up.

Good news, of course, had to be shared with her dear husband to ease his mind: “Husband, your leg can be saved. Dr. Zhou is so skilled, he will surely cure you.”

“Mm, I’m not worried.” Xia Zhennan, seeing his wife so happy, also smiled brightly. However, he knew clearly in his heart that even if Zhou was very skilled in the hospital and had deep research in orthopedics, facing such a difficult problem, he certainly wouldn’t have a hundred percent certainty. But he didn’t want to ruin his wife’s bright smile.

This good news kept Zhan Niantong in a good mood. When Miqi brought Xiaomai over, she immediately shared the good news with them.

“Oh yeah! I told you Dad is a super dad, he will definitely be fine.” The little guy was so happy that he jumped three feet high!

This seemed to rely on someone else’s strength, not your dear dad’s, so how did you credit your dear dad?

“Because he’s a super dad, the medical doctor is willing to help treat him!” The little guy’s boastful manner made everyone laugh, once again pushing the atmosphere in the ward to joy.

But the little guy was indeed right. If it were an ordinary person, they really couldn’t invite the captain of the Red Cell Medical Team, Dr. Zhou, to take charge.

Last night, her aunt told her to show smiles in front of Dad, to try to make Dad happy, so he would forget the pain. She kept it in mind, so she became a happy little cheerleader, nestled by Dad’s bedside, cheering him up.

Taking advantage of this time, Zhan Niantong put away the change of clothes Miqi brought her into the cabinet and pulled her to the balcony to discuss matters.

“I’ll stay with your brother here, why don’t you go back first?” Her sister-in-law had so many family restaurants to manage and couldn’t stay here all the time. Besides, her husband’s condition was stable, and she could take care of him alone.

“Okay.” Miqi readily agreed. There were indeed many things in the restaurant that needed her attention these days. The main thing was, staying here was of no use, and she would disturb her brother and sister-in-law from nurturing their relationship. She didn’t want to be a complete third wheel: “I’ll take Xiaomai back too!”

The little guy had to study, staying here wasn’t good. The main thing was that her husband’s every matter required her care. If she added a little guy, she feared she wouldn’t have enough energy.

But the little guy had always been by her side, wanting to separate from her, she herself couldn’t bear it, let alone the little one.

Sighing long, her little face crumpled into an unopenable wad of cotton.

Finally, Miqi thought of a compromise: “Why don’t we, sister-in-law, let Xiaomai go back with me first, and after brother’s surgery is done and his condition improves, let her come over again. This way, you can take care of things better and won’t be separated for too long.”

“That’s the only way.” Fate’s merciless arrangement was not only a cruel test for her husband but also for their whole family. They had to bravely overcome and conquer it. This process was arduous, and everyone had to pay a certain price, even the young Xiaomai was no exception. Perhaps this was a price for her growth.

And at this moment, the atmosphere in the ward was filled with joy, resonating with the little guy’s bell-like clear voice.

“Daddy, I made this last night, just for you!” Xiaomai proudly took out the card she had made with her own hands and handed it to her father. She was sure she would get a reaction from him. Her craft lessons had always been excellent, whether it was writing or drawing, she did it beautifully and often received praise from her teachers.

“Hmm, it’s much prettier than before.” Xia Zhennan, seeing the little guy so happy, generously praised her, making her beam with joy, her smile almost reaching the sky.

But what was going on here? They were clearly a family of three, so where did this little fellow come from? Xia Zhennan raised an eyebrow and continued to carefully observe this little fellow.

Having a little fellow pop up was no problem; he could just consider it as his future child! However, this little fellow was too ugly! Not only was his hair short, his eyes small, and his nose big, but the most crucial thing was that he was wearing suspenders.

“What did you draw here?” His brows furrowed tightly, and his voice seemed to carry a hint of displeasure.

“Oh dear! I drew it so beautifully, Daddy, how can you not see it?” Xiaomai thought her father didn’t understand the meaning of her drawing, feeling a bit defeated. Was her drawing skill really that bad? It was clearly beautiful, her aunt had praised her, and she pointed at the little fellow with her chubby little hand, her voice crisp, “This is my brother!”

“Why not a sister?” Xia Zhennan looked at the little fellow with a gaze that was almost like looking at an enemy, full of hostility!

Oh oh!! Xiaomai’s eyes suddenly widened several times! Shocked, could it be that Daddy didn’t misunderstand but actually didn’t like her brother? Her brother was so cute, how could he not like him?

“Because I’m the older sister, so it’s a brother?” She said matter-of-factly.

“Why, just because you’re the older sister, can’t it be a sister?” Whoever dared to say his wife would have a son, he’d be upset, even if it was the little guy, it was no exception.

“Because brothers are cuter and listen to their older sisters.” The little guy continued innocently.

“Sisters are cuter and more obedient than brothers.” Xia Zhennan continued to ‘glare’ at the little guy, with a stance that he wouldn’t give up unless she changed her mind. It was clear how much he wanted his wife to have a little Mantou! Perhaps it would be more accurate to say that he really didn’t want his wife to give birth to that little Baozi, her past life’s little lover, to compete with him for affection!

“But…” The little guy’s tone became a bit anxious.

Xia Zhennan didn’t give her the chance to continue, directly interrupting her drawing: “In short, you’re biased, you only love your brother, not your sister.”

With such a big accusation, the little guy was even more unwilling, her cheeks flushed as she continued to argue with her father. But in terms of momentum, she was greatly outmatched, and soon she was arguing with a red face and losing ground.

Just then, she saw her dear mommy and aunt walking in, and she quickly pulled her mommy into her camp, which was the best strategy. With mommy’s support, daddy had to obediently comply: “Mommy, mommy, daddy says he only loves little sister, not little brother, he’s biased, you have to tell him!”

Actually reporting to his wife, Xia Zhennan wasn’t willing to fall behind: “But you only love little brother, not little sister, you’re biased too.”

“I’m not biased, it’s mommy who wants to have a little brother! Of course, I love little brother.”

“Wife…” Xia Zhennan stopped arguing with the little guy and instead looked pitifully at his dear wife, hoping she would pity him, considering he was now a wounded man, and agree to have a little sister instead of a little brother.

Sweat, Zhan Niantong only felt a gust of wind blowing towards her, and she was infinitely confused in the wind! It turned out that this father and daughter had been discussing so fiercely just now, all about this very unimportant and childish topic?

Faced with such a peculiar father and daughter, she had to bring out the authority of the head of the family to subdue these two: “Whoever is more obedient, I’ll listen to them, whether to have a little brother or a little sister.”

The little bean sprout hadn’t even appeared yet, and it was already being used as a bargaining chip, showing how much attention this little bean sprout was getting!

Being obedient was her strong suit! Hearing there was a chance, the little guy raised both hands in excitement, her mouth wide open: “Mommy, I’m more obedient, I’m more obedient!”

Cough… cough… Wife’s favoritism was too obvious! Xia Zhennan instantly felt aggrieved, thinking that as a wounded man, his wife would stand by him! (Cough, Xia Zhennan, you’re too shameless, actually using a feather as an arrow.)

The head of the family naturally had to be very fair: “We start comparing now, the previous doesn’t count.”

“Really!” The little guy’s smile dropped, but she quickly smiled again: “No problem, I’ll still be more obedient than Daddy.”

Miqi seized the opportunity and quickly stood out, speaking to the little guy: “Now there’s a chance to show your obedience and outshine Daddy.”

Hearing her aunt had a way, the little guy eagerly urged: “What chance, aunt, tell me quickly.”

Miqi and Zhan Niantong exchanged a quick glance of understanding, then walked to the little guy, looking at her seriously and said: “Come home with aunt, okay?”

Tears instantly overflowed from the little guy’s watery eyes, streaming down her whole face.

The three adults in the room all felt a pang of sympathy, facing such a tearful Xiaomai, Zhan Niantong’s heart felt like it was pricked by a needle. If she didn’t want to, it would be okay to stay!

But the little guy bravely wiped her tears: “Yes, Xiaomai is very obedient, I’ll go home with aunt.” She wasn’t trying to be more obedient than Daddy, but she didn’t want Mommy to be too tired. Mommy was already tired taking care of Daddy, she understood! She couldn’t selfishly stay and cause trouble and inconvenience for Daddy and Mommy, that wouldn’t be a good child.

Such a considerate and sensible little darling, leaving her alone at home, Zhan Niantong truly couldn’t bear it. She wanted to comfort her, but the little guy, seeing her mother’s reluctant expression, turned around to comfort her instead: “Mom, it’s okay. Xiaomai has grown up and can take care of herself. Don’t worry.”

Such a thoughtful and obedient little darling, you couldn’t find one even with a lantern, and she happened to stumble upon this treasure. Zhan Niantong was overwhelmed with emotion: “Darling, I’m sorry! When Daddy feels better, I’ll have your aunt bring you over, okay?”

“Okay.” Calculating like this, it won’t be too long! Daddy is so badly injured, she thought she would be separated from her parents for a long time, but unexpectedly, she wouldn’t be. So she had nothing to be sad about and didn’t dwell on it. Instead, she jumped back to the previous topic: “Mom, remember to have a little brother for me to play with!”

Sweat, the little guy’s memory is really impressive, how does she still remember that?

Zhan Niantong was in a bind, having made the promise herself, she naturally had to nod her head: “Okay.”

The little guy is so sensible, if he were to insist on having a little sister at this time, then as a father, Xia Zhennan would truly be unqualified. He obediently kept silent, letting her have her way! After all, having a little sister isn’t something his wife can decide; it ultimately depends on him!

Miqi took the little guy away, and soon after, another group of people arrived in the ward. It was Wei Litao, who had returned to the troops last night, accompanied by a middle-aged man wearing glasses who looked quite talented.

Who is he? Just as she was wondering, there was another commotion outside the door. It was her dear husband’s attending physician, Doctor Chen, who walked in quickly, his face filled with undisguised excitement and joy, extending his hand to the middle-aged man: “Dr. Zhou, hello, I’ve heard so much about you!”

Wow, so he is Dr. Zhou from the Red Cell Medical Team of Haicheng Military Region! Could it be that the Bodhisattva heard her prayers? She had just been praying for Dr. Zhou to come quickly, and now he appeared right in front of her.

Zhan Niantong was instantly excited, her husband’s leg could be saved!

Facing someone who saved her husband’s life yesterday and someone who was about to save her husband’s leg, she naturally was extremely polite, courteous, and enthusiastic.

Wei Litao was slightly surprised to see this sister-in-law so different from yesterday. Even more surprising was that the stern and resolute commander he knew liked this type of person. The way he looked at the sister-in-law was so gentle and affectionate, it was clear that the commander truly cared for her.

Though surprised, as a former subordinate of Commander Xia, he naturally dared not speak!

He dared not speak, but that didn’t mean Dr. Zhou wouldn’t. Having heard Wei Litao’s description earlier, he was already curious about this little sister-in-law. Now seeing her in person, he was even more surprised, laughing as he said: “Zhennan, I always thought someone as serious as you would marry a quiet introvert, but you were conquered by such a lively young lady. Haha, who would’ve thought!”

Sweat, accidentally becoming the subject of teasing, Zhan Niantong’s face, already thin-skinned, turned red again. However, her husband’s leg depended on Dr. Zhou, so she dared not speak up!

But, while she dared not resist, naturally someone would come to her defense. Xia Zhennan’s expression looked particularly relaxed, with a happy smile: “It’s destiny, can’t help it. When fate comes, there’s no stopping it.”

These words, Zhan Niantong loved to hear. She also felt that their love was destined, destined to love each other for a lifetime.

The hospital was already prepared, and Dr. Zhou personally participated in the upcoming examination. There were quite a few items to check, but due to the hospital’s cooperation and Dr. Zhou’s proficiency, it didn’t take long.

Although she already knew the general situation, thinking this detailed examination wouldn’t differ much from yesterday’s basic check, Zhan Niantong was still anxious, fearing any bad news: “Um, Dr. Zhou, when will the examination results be available?”

Seeing the sister-in-law’s tense expression, Dr. Zhou couldn’t help but laugh to ease the tense atmosphere: “Don’t call me Dr. Zhou, it sounds too formal. Call me Zhou like Zhennan does!”

Zhou? That didn’t seem right! She couldn’t bring herself to say it: “Then I’ll call you Zhou-Ge!”

“That works too. I’m brothers with Zhennan’s elder brother, so calling me brother is appropriate.” Dr. Zhou was a friend of the late Eldest Brother Xia and naturally cared about Xia Zhennan’s affairs: “The examination report will be out soon, but I need to analyze it before telling you, at the latest by five in the afternoon.”

The waiting process was undoubtedly torturous and long. Zhan Niantong felt every second like a century, wondering how to endure the remaining five hours.

Her anxiety was visible on her face, and he felt it in his heart: “Wife, are you very anxious?”

The emperor isn’t anxious, but the eunuch is. Zhan Niantong was now the anxious eunuch, sighing as she asked him: “Aren’t you anxious?”

Xia Zhennan’s face was somewhat somber, his gaze a bit peculiar as he stared at her. After a moment of silence, his thin lips finally pressed out a word: “Anxious.”

Oh oh!!

“You look so relaxed, I thought you weren’t anxious.”

“How could I not be anxious?” Xia Zhennan slowly curled his lips into a charming smile: “Everyone has three urgencies, just like me at this moment…”

Zhan Niantong blinked her eyelids, her mind puzzled for a moment before suddenly understanding. Did he mean…?

She had completely forgotten about this. Although he hadn’t drunk water since the morning examination, it didn’t mean he wouldn’t have that urgency!

But given his current situation, how to resolve it? Should it be resolved on the spot or what?

“Wife, over there…” Xia Zhennan pointed towards the bathroom. Zhan Niantong followed his finger and saw a white basin. Oh right, that thing was meant for that purpose, how could she have forgotten?

But, just like that? What if someone suddenly comes in?

Zhennan immediately saw through the worry and hesitation on his wife’s face: “Wife, hang the Do Not Disturb sign on the door, and no one will come in.”

Do Not Disturb sign? This isn’t a hotel, yet they have such things here.

Her expression was so rich that Xia Zhennan couldn’t help but chuckle: “Wife, this is a high-end ward, naturally, it has everything.”

True, even the small kitchen has pots and pans, so having a Do Not Disturb sign is quite normal. She obediently went to hang the sign on the door and returned to fetch the ‘chamber pot’ to the bedside. But now, what should she do next?

After a moment of hesitation, she placed the basin on the edge of the bed and chose to escape: “Um, you do it yourself!”

Sigh, with such a shy wife, he could only play the pitiful card: “Wife, I can’t take off my underwear.”

“Oh, oh!” Zhan Niantong nodded, her mind in a daze, then turned around and very obediently helped him remove his underwear, before turning her head away again.

Xia Zhennan was both amused and exasperated: “Wife, do you think too highly of me or what? Lying like this, how can my hands reach that far?”

Zhan Niantong’s face was already as red as a boiled lobster. She slowly turned around to look at him, her eyes, like misty grapes, stared blankly, making her incredibly adorable.

Seeing her face as red as a big apple, Xia Zhennan suppressed the urge to laugh, his eyes filled with a mix of grievance and innocence, as if saying, if you don’t help me, I’ll have to ‘wet my pants.’

That look made Zhan Niantong feel guilty, scolding herself harshly: “Zhan Niantong, what are you doing! He’s your husband, your spouse, what are you being so awkward about?”

After a few self-scoldings, she suddenly found the courage, without awkwardness, to directly pull out the large object hidden beneath his pants.

Ah! Why is it so warm, and it even moves and jumps? Her hand recoiled as if scalded, but her eyes remained fixed on it, forgetting to look away.

This was her first time looking so directly at his little guy under such bright light, and it startled her. So that’s what it looks like, red, black, and a bit purple, with bumps and it even pulsates…

Oh god, she’s going to have a nosebleed!

Seeing his wife stunned and blushing from looking at his lower half, Xia Zhennan curled his lips into a mischievous smile, his voice filled with playful teasing: “Wife, how is it? It’s not broken, right?”

Boom–her dear husband’s sudden words jolted Zhan Niantong back to reality. She had just… oh, how embarrassing! She quickly looked away, but her hands obediently moved the basin underneath.

Xia Zhennan happily began to relieve himself. Ah, with his body relaxed, his mood naturally improved, and his smile was as bright as the sun outside the window.

As the cheerful sound gradually stopped, Zhan Niantong shyly turned back to tuck his still upright member back into his pants.

Her rough action drew a strong protest from Xia Zhennan: “Wife, don’t be so rough with it. If it breaks, what about your future happiness?”

“Hmph, I don’t care.” Zhan Niantong huffed in embarrassment and anger. This guy always used such nonsense to bully her.

Xia Zhennan, however, unkindly reminded her of something: “That won’t do. How will you fulfill your promise to give the little guy a little sister?”

Ahhh! Discussing these topics with his thick-skinned self always left her at a disadvantage.

“I’m not talking to you anymore.” Zhan Niantong huffed, leaving him with those words, and ran into the bathroom to deal with the basin, taking the opportunity to wash her burning face and cool down. After dawdling for a while, she came out of the bathroom, only to see that annoying man lying in bed, grinning from ear to ear, which filled her with anger again.

She decided to ignore him! With a huff, Zhan Niantong shot him a fierce glare and then sat on a small stool, leaving him with her back.

Xia Zhennan touched his nose, sensing that his wife was genuinely upset. He quickly stopped laughing and cautiously called out to her back: “Wife…”

Hmph, she didn’t respond!

“Niantong…” Xia Zhennan continued to call.

Hmph, she ignored him!

…

“Ah…” Suddenly, he let out a sharp cry.

Zhan Niantong was startled, quickly jumping to the bedside, anxiously asking: “What happened? Where does it hurt?”

Xia Zhennan promptly grabbed her hands, looking sincerely into her eyes: “Wife, don’t ignore me. You ignoring me is more painful than any physical pain.”

“Hmph, but you keep bullying me, and it’s on purpose.” Zhan Niantong, being coaxed, suddenly felt a bit wronged.