Xiang Wan spoke with clear thoughts, and judging by her complexion and the time of her arrival at the hospital, she hadn't slept well the previous night and had given it considerable thought.
Tang Haichao had encouraged her to do so.
Therefore, after listening, he didn't voice any objections.
"That's good. The fact that you can think this way shows you're taking responsibility for your own life."
"Then what will you do about your brother after you leave?"
Xiang Wan also found the issue of Xiang Yang troublesome.
After all, he was attending university and couldn't leave with her.
She could only hope that the Lu family wouldn't continue to trouble him after she was gone.
Xiang Wan recounted her brother's situation truthfully, and Tang Haichao was somewhat surprised.
"So, you two didn't break up peacefully? You didn't clarify things, did you?"
Xiang Wan shook her head.
"It's probably impossible to clarify things now. Let's leave it at that. I haven't wronged them, and I don't believe he would dare do anything to my brother."
"After I leave, I'll have my brother stay in the dorm. Could they possibly go to the school to cause him trouble?"
Tang Haichao pondered, "That's true. Your brother is a man, after all. He has to learn to face things independently. Consider this the first lesson he learns before stepping into society."
Soon, the queue for registration began.
Xiang Wan was first, and Tang Haichao was second.
After registering, Xiang Wan was called into the consultation room.
Seeing that she had no one accompanying her, Tang Haichao, out of concern, followed her to the door.
The nurse asked him if he was a family member and if he would come in. "If not, I'll close the door."
Xiang Wan glanced back. Tang Haichao was about to leave, and she said, "Come in."
Drawing the curtain, the doctor first examined Xiang Wan and then asked about her wishes.
Xiang Wan stated that she didn't want the baby anymore, which slightly surprised the doctor.
"It's been over three months, and the baby's development in all aspects is quite good. You just want to terminate it?"
Hearing the doctor's words and recalling the previous prenatal check-up, Xiang Wan felt a pang of sadness.
But she couldn't show it.
"I just don't want it. Don't ask so many questions. When can the surgery be performed?"
"This surgery isn't something that can be done on demand. Where is the family member? Has the family member arrived?"
Tang Haichao, who had been standing at the door, quickly walked over.
"I am her family member."
The doctor looked at the medical record card again and found Xiang Wan's name familiar.
After examining her closely and then looking at Tang Haichao, she seemed to recall something.
"Didn't you come to the hospital a few days ago? I remember at that time... what is he to you?"
Before Xiang Wan could answer, Tang Haichao interjected, "I am her brother."
"Where is your husband? I remember your husband and your brother accompanied you last time. Wasn't he quite happy about your pregnancy? And now you want to terminate it? Have you discussed it?"
The doctor's expression was serious.
"This kind of matter is not a joke. Many pregnant women come for surgery without their family's consent, and then their families come to our hospital to cause trouble."
"Therefore, there is now a clear hospital regulation that surgery cannot be performed without the signature of a spouse or guardian. Please don't get me into trouble."
Seeing what the doctor said, Xiang Wan had no choice but to tell her the truth.
That person was not her husband; they were just boyfriend and girlfriend, and now they had broken up, so she couldn't keep the child.
The doctor had seen many young people break up and get back together, treating emotions as child's play.
Upon hearing her explanation, she was speechless.
"Then you need to undergo a few more examinations. If all examinations are satisfactory and someone signs, I will arrange the surgery for you."
Xiang Wan took the form and went out. Tang Haichao said he would wait for her and sign for her later.
By the time she returned after a series of examinations, Tang Haichao's ex-wife had already finished her check-up and left.
Tang Haichao waited for her at the consultation room door and accompanied her inside for the doctor to review the reports.
After a long wait, it was their turn. When the doctor looked at the reports, her expression became even more serious.
"Your current fetus size is no longer suitable for a miscarriage; it requires an induced labor. This will cause significant harm to your body."
"Moreover, your uterine lining is relatively thin. After an induced labor, there is a high possibility of pelvic inflammation, leading to adhesions of the uterine lining and lifelong infertility."
"You are still young, Miss Xiang. I advise you to reconsider carefully."
Xiang Wan did not expect to be so unlucky.
In her 30 years of life, this was her only pregnancy, and the first time she considered an abortion, she couldn't even have it.
She might be infertile for the rest of her life? She hesitated.
No woman, as she got older, could resist the allure of children.
If she truly became completely unable to have children in the future and met someone she liked, how would she explain it to him?
Besides, did she truly dislike this child that much?
As if sensing Xiang Wan's thoughts, the baby moved slightly in her womb.
Xiang Wan shivered at the unfamiliar sensation. "My stomach seems to have moved."
The doctor said, "Under normal circumstances, there would be fetal movement at over three months, as the fetus is already formed."
"See, she's already greeting you in your womb. Can you really bear to just throw her away?"
Xiang Wan gently stroked her belly, imagining the child's appearance.
Lu Mingzhe had such a straight nose, such beautiful eyes, a good physique, and good skin.
Regardless of his character, a child born from his genes would surely not be bad.
Such a cute child, and she was half responsible for it...
After a moment of thought, she finally changed her mind.
For her own sake, not for anyone else, she decided to keep the baby.
Love was too hard to come by. If she was fortunate enough to meet it in the future, she would. If not, at least she would have a child to accompany her.
Also, her grandmother would surely be very happy to see her great-grandchild.
Thus, she left the consultation room again.
On the way out, she asked Tang Haichao, "Am I quite pathetic?"
Tang Haichao replied, "Of course not. You're very noble. You've chosen a path that you know is difficult but are willing to walk. You are a very brave woman."
"The child is not just his; half of it is yours. Whether you give birth or not, your choice is the right one. I support you in whatever you decide."
Unable to articulate her feelings, Xiang Wan was touched for a moment. "Mr. Tang..."
"Still calling me Mr. Tang? At this point, can't you call me Haichao?"
Xiang Wan found it a bit awkward and couldn't bring herself to say it. Tang Haichao smiled.
"Alright, alright, I'm just kidding. I'll drive you to the company."
Xiang Wan said it wasn't necessary as she had driven herself.
"Then what are you planning to do next?"
Xiang Wan said she would sell the apartment, transfer the studio, pay off her debts, and then leave this place.
"Where will you go? Are you going back to your hometown? If he wants to find you, won't he find you immediately?"
She wouldn't go back to her hometown.
Over the past few years, her relatives had been spreading rumors, both openly and indirectly, that Xiang Wan was involved in an improper profession, that she had found a rich patron, and that was why her life was prosperous.
She had no friends and few relatives. Her grandmother had never traveled far in her life. It was time to take her to see the world.
"I plan to go to Hangcheng. I've heard that the seasons there aren't very distinct, making it quite comfortable to live."
"More importantly, it's a hub for influencers, so it should be easier to find work. I have to plan for my future as well."