Chapter 447: Born already?
He Shu decided not to go back. He called the leader of the institute and explained the situation. He wanted to stay with his wife until she gave birth before going back.
The leader told him clearly that the start of the project would not be delayed because of him alone, so if he chose not to go, he would miss this opportunity.
The decision to hire him might also be changed, so He Shu should think it over carefully.
Young people like He Shu who are talented, have a spirit of inquiry, are willing to endure hardships and have perseverance are actually valued.
To value him means to intentionally cultivate him. After all, the country also needs more talents to develop science and technology.
But he suddenly changed his mind and was willing to delay such an honorable and important task just to accompany his wife in labor, which made the leaders of the institute feel that he could not distinguish the priorities.
Who among the older scientists has not worked hard and put the interests of the public above their own in order to develop new scientific and technological achievements?
Some of the comrades involved in nuclear research and development have not been home for ten years.
It's not that those who do scientific research are emotionless and cold-hearted, but under the regulations of absolute confidentiality, no accidents are allowed to occur.
Similarly, if you want to enter this industry without such awareness, you will not be qualified.
Although the confidentiality level of the project that He Shu can participate in this time is not that serious, it is only because he is not yet qualified to participate in more confidential tasks.
Isn't this also a test for a newcomer? If you only have talent but no firm belief, it is better to choose another path earlier.
The leader asked He Shu to think it over carefully and give him an answer before the end of this vacation.
After hanging up the phone, He Shu sat on the bed in a daze, while Xia Miao stood quietly outside the door...
The phone rang again. It was Professor Zhang.
"teacher…"
Professor Zhang called because the leader of the research institute had just called him.
"He Shu, you have to think it over. I know what your ideal is. If you miss this chance, you still have a chance, but I'm afraid the institute won't want you."
"I see."
"Do you really understand? Actually, this is also a hurdle in life. The teacher will not influence your decision. All I have taught you so far are academic things. But as your teacher, I also need to tell you that the most difficult choice in life is to follow your heart."
"No matter what you choose, you are the best student I have seen in recent years."
Professor Zhang Chenfeng's words made He Shu firm in his heart.
"Teacher, what I can't let go of is not the love between us, but the spiritual support that has always been with me."
"If I miss this opportunity, I may have to work harder for two more years to get it again, but it doesn't matter. I'm still young. I believe that after more accumulation and precipitation, I can do better!"
Professor Zhang didn't try to persuade him further after hearing this. Isn't it a virtue to be able to stick to one's own choice?
"Spend the New Year at home well. When the baby is born, remember to let me know. Also, give your grandfather and uncle good wishes."
"Teacher, I wish you a happy new year as well. I will go over to wish your wife a happy new year after the new year."
Putting down the phone, He Shu rubbed his face, stood up and walked out of the room.
Xia Miao was outside the door, looking at him with a smile.
He Shu reached out and held Xia Miao's hand: "Let's go downstairs. Is Auntie making dumplings? I can smell it."
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After the New Year, Xia Miao started her maternity leave, and the young couple returned to their home. He Shu began to help prepare things for the delivery.
In fact, these preparations had been started when Xia Miao was pregnant, so there was nothing much to worry about now.
My aunt hired a nanny to help with cleaning. She also has experience in taking care of children, having worked for other people's homes in the compound for many years.
For fear that the young couple might not understand, my aunt also moved in with them and cooked for them every day.
Danhe's mother-in-law also came in March to take care of Xia Miao during her confinement.
During the later stages of pregnancy, He Shu accompanied Xia Miao for strolls around the community every day, and the two would go out for a stroll from time to time.
When I see children's things that look cute, I buy a bunch of them for my home.
I didn't specifically ask whether it was a boy or a girl, and I bought everything based on Xia Miao's preferences, regardless of the color.
As she looked forward to it day by day, a few days before her due date, Xia Miao suddenly went into labor.
Because she was well , even Xia Miao herself was not in a panic. She put on soft flat boots and a big cotton jacket and got into the car by herself.
He Shu has done a lot of review these days. Whether it is in books or on the Internet, it says that giving birth to a child is like going through the gates of hell for a woman.
Especially the pain level, which varies in severity and is said to be more painful than a broken bone.
So when Xia Miao started to go into labor, He Shu was really scared and watched her enter the delivery room with a stern face.
Then she asked him if he could come in and accompany her?
Actually, it was possible, but looking at He Shu's face, Xia Miao felt that she would have to worry about him if he went in, so she refused.
My aunt said that some people give birth quickly, while others give birth slowly, and told He Shu not to worry.
He Shu nodded. He was not anxious, he was afraid that Xia Miao would suffer.
After just a few minutes of fear, a nurse came out and said the baby was born and both mother and child were safe!
He Shu was a little stunned. She gave birth just now? How come it was different from what he imagined and what was shown on TV?
The baby was quickly wrapped up and sent out. The strange thing was that although everyone was waiting to welcome the birth of the little life, no one rushed to hold the baby.
"He Shu, go and hug him. You'll look like the first person in your family you hold in your arms when you grow up."
He Shu was pushed over by his aunt, and the young nurse stuffed the child into his arms and helped him adjust his position.
"Hold on tight, just hold it like this."
The young nurse loosened her grip, and He Shu felt as if the little kid in his arms suddenly sank.
He Shu didn't have time to look at the child. After holding the child firmly, he quickly asked: "Where is my wife? How is she?"
The young nurse smiled and said, "The woman will be out soon. It's all good. She didn't suffer. She gave birth right after she went in."
Hearing this, my aunt quickly pulled my mother-in-law to say that Xia Miao was blessed, and also mentioned that Xia Miao had no reaction when she was pregnant, and was able to eat and sleep well.
My mother-in-law was delighted to hear this and kept saying that this child was a good one and that he didn't bother his mother and was a filial child.
He Shu felt relieved that Xia Miao was fine. He looked down and saw only a small face the size of a fist showing through the tightly wrapped quilt in his arms.
My eyes are closed and a little swollen, so I can't tell whether they are single eyelids or double eyelids.
The eyebrows are so light that they are almost invisible. The mouth is so small, but when it is opened sometimes it seems very big. Maybe the nose is the biggest part of the whole face?
He Shu pursed his lips, not knowing what to say, because he felt he had never seen such an ugly child!
The whole family came over to look at the child. My mother-in-law kept exclaiming, "It's so white! This baby is so pretty."
My aunt smiled and said, "Yes, you can tell he has a nose bridge when he is born. He looks just like his father."
My mother-in-law laughed and said, "Yes, the nose is like He Shu! The little mouth is like my Miaomiao."
He Shu looked at his child again after hearing this. Does he really look like him?
But the mouth really looks like Xia Miao's, so it seems a little better when you look at it this way.
