Chapter 1544 - 893: Fifth Master vs Jiang Xiaowai, Every Villain Meets His Nemesis
Chapter 1544: Chapter 893: Fifth Master vs Jiang Xiaowai, Every Villain Meets His Nemesis
Although Lin Luyou had a long labor, it was a natural birth, so she was discharged after staying in the hospital for five days. She rested at the Jiang Mansion for postpartum recovery, and her mother moved in for a while to conveniently take care of her daughter.
Lin Luyou originally thought that the later stages of pregnancy were already very difficult, with swollen legs, discomfort all over, and even trouble turning over. She didn’t expect postpartum recovery to be even harder.
Fortunately, there was Jiang Xiaowai, whose lively energy brought joy.
The little guy’s first task every day upon waking was to check on his sister.
Jiang Shiyi was a germophobe and didn’t like others touching his daughter. Jiang Xiaowai was aware of how tough this uncle could be and consciously avoided challenging him.
Before going over, he’d always wash his hands thoroughly, and upon reaching the room, he’d offer his chubby little hands for Jiang Shiyi to sniff.
Not much of a talker, he used actions to convey:
I’ve cleaned up nicely!
Children naturally lack consideration for their actions, but Tang Wan had already informed Jiang Xiaowai that his sister was very young and couldn’t be handled roughly. So whenever he touched Little Tuanzi, it was under Lin Luyou’s [expert guidance].
A gentle pull of a small hand or a soft touch on her little face.
Xiaowai could stiffen his neck, settle on a stool in the room all day, and eventually even move his toys there.
The old lady remarked jokingly:
"Our Mutang will surely be a great brother in the future."
A great brother he was indeed, but being a great brother didn’t mean he wouldn’t play pranks on his sister.
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However, it was Jiang Shiyi who surprised the old lady the most.
Though everyone initially thought his germophobic and obsessive tendencies would prevent him from caring for a child, it was precisely these traits that made his care for his daughter alarmingly meticulous.
When Qi Zeyan visited with his wife, Little Nuomi stayed with Ruan Mengxi for a long time, and not to mention Qi Zeyan didn’t even touch the child...
He couldn’t even lay a finger on a single hair of her little head.
Qi Zeyan even suspected that Jiang Shiyi’s germophobia might only pertain to men.
What’s that saying:
Smelly men?
At that time, Ruan Mengxi’s belly was already showing. She followed a nutritionist’s plan during her pregnancy and practiced yoga daily, making her much more energetic than the average pregnant woman.
Grandfather Qi, despite being traditional-minded due to age, was startled when he first saw Ruan Mengxi practicing yoga at home with a big belly, even with a professional coach guiding her.
After watching Ruan Mengxi complete a set of movements, she didn’t sweat much, but the clothes on Grandpa Qi’s back were wet from tension. It was too dangerous.
Instead of voicing concerns to Ruan Mengxi directly, he discussed with Qi Zeyan:
"Xixi wants to exercise; walking is fine, but don’t do those activities. It’s scaring me to death."
"I’m always afraid the child might drop out."
"You have no idea about those poses..."
Initially, Qi Zeyan didn’t quite catch what Grandpa was saying. He thought Ruan Mengxi was doing some extreme sports, so he went as far as to ask Zhou Zhongqing to explain. Upon hearing the benefits of yoga for pregnant women, Grandpa Qi was finally relieved.
Ruan Mengxi, during her pregnancy, aside from an important initial three-month period resting at home, promptly returned to work afterward.
While Qi Zeyan agreed, it drove Jiang Chengsi crazy, especially now as Ruan Mengxi’s belly grew and she roamed around the club all day, amid speeding cars. It’s nerve-wracking.
If anything unfortunate happens, as the boss, he’d be in big trouble.
He even contemplated dismissing Ruan Mengxi. Earlier, hiring her was based on her capabilities, not her relationship with Qi Zeyan.
However, calling her brother’s wife daily was becoming strained.
But Ruan Mengxi informed him directly:
"According to the Labor Law, you can’t dismiss me during pregnancy."
"..."
Ruan Mengxi was indeed very lively, almost unable to stay home. When Tang Wan wasn’t available, she turned her attention to Si Qingxiao after Lin Luyou moved into the Jiang family.
With the timing of their children being similar, they attended maternity checks together, with due dates coinciding. Thus, Jiang Chengsi felt even more stressed.
Not only do you exhaust me at work, but now you’re extending the fatigue into my home life.
Jiang Chengsi, being involved in commercial ventures under Si Yushan, kept busy daily and occasionally received calls, "Young Sir, Miss has gone out."
"Where’s she off to?"
"Madam Qi invited her for shopping."
"..."
A few such outings were manageable, but often being asked out made Jiang Chengsi restless, prompting him to call Qi Zeyan directly: "Can you please manage your wife, don’t always have her luring Xiaoxiao out from our place."