Chapter 1362: I never say sorry to me
"Waaaaaah!"
Hearing the baby crying in my arms.
Zhao Chen's face was now just filled with a silly, grinning expression.
"So... newborn babies are this small."
"Your Majesty... the newborn child is weak."
"Let's put it in the incubator first," suggested a nearby medical staff member.
"Okay... okay." Zhao Chen carefully handed the baby to the medical staff.
Then he immediately looked at Lilith, whose cheeks were covered in sweat.
“Lilith.” Zhao Chen took Lilith’s hand.
“We...are having a child.” Lilith looked at Zhao Chen, her eyes filled with love.
Yes, our children.
"You've worked so hard." Zhao Chen looked at Lilith with concern.
Lilith chuckled and looked at Charlotte by the bedside, saying, "What hardship I've endured is nothing."
When Charlotte gave birth, she fainted.
That's a relief.
"Take a short rest, and you can go back to work tomorrow."
"You've all worked so hard, you've all worked so hard," Zhao Chen said repeatedly, while holding the hands of the two women.
It felt as warm as a little sun in my heart.
At this moment, Zhao Chen clearly felt what he was protecting.
It's not complicated at all; it's that simple.
It's this little bit of love.
"Have you decided what to name Lilith's child yet?" Charlotte asked from the side.
Zhao Chen immediately said, "If it's a girl, we'll name her Zhao Lier."
"Lily... Lily..." Lilith murmured her daughter's name, a happy smile spreading across her face.
"Lilith, you need to rest now too. Get some rest."
"Don't think about work. We'll take care of things for you." Charlotte tucked Lilith in.
"You're tired, get some sleep first." Zhao Chen kissed Lilith on the forehead.
Lilith was also overcome with drowsiness at this moment, and she closed her eyes and fell into a deep sleep.
Zhao Chen and Charlotte exchanged a glance, but neither of them disturbed Lilith.
After giving a few instructions to the medical staff, Zhao Chen and Charlotte left the room.
Outside the room.
Through the transparent floor-to-ceiling windows, Zhao Chen could see his two children, one big and one small, in two adjacent rooms.
Then, he grabbed Charlotte's hand and looked at her with remorse: "Charlotte, I'm sorry."
"Why are you suddenly saying all this?" Charlotte looked at Zhao Chen, puzzled.
Zhao Chen said guiltily, "When you gave birth, at such an important moment, I wasn't by your side."
It's something I owe you.
I can never repay this debt in my lifetime... I'm so sorry..."
Before Zhao Chen could say anything, Charlotte pressed her fingers to his lips.
Charlotte smiled at Zhao Chen and said, "Don't be sorry to me."
You may have wronged others in your life.
But you will never let me down.
When you bought me, I owed you a debt I would never repay for the rest of my life.
If it weren't for you.
I simply cannot imagine that I could have the life and circumstances I have now.
And the current situation of my family.
These are things I cannot even imagine.
It was like something that only happens in a dream.
But now, with your help, all of these have become a reality.
So, you should never say sorry to me.
Looking into Charlotte's sincere eyes and listening to her words.
Zhao Chen couldn't hide the happiness in his heart.
He couldn't help but step forward, hug Charlotte tightly, and silence her with a kiss.
Charlotte didn't struggle either.
The two reluctantly parted ways only when they heard the footsteps of medical staff nearby.
Charlotte blushed slightly when she saw the 'thread' between the two.
"With the two of you, this life is enough." Zhao Chen looked at Charlotte happily.
Charlotte blinked, looked at Zhao Chen, and whispered, "Aren't you going to consider Chu Xuan?"
Zhao Chen almost choked on his own saliva at that moment.
"Why are you saying this at a time like this?"
Charlotte shrugged and said, "Isn't this normal?"
In our White Tiger tribe, in order to make our tribe stronger, the strong will have more offspring.
My father and grandfather were like that.
Only in this way can one be cultivated among numerous offspring to be capable of inheriting the family business.
My father originally intended to hand over the White Tiger tribe to me.
But how could I possibly go back now?
Then he wanted to give it to my half-sister, Midge.
Now that she's joined the Dragon Squad, she's even less willing to go back.
My father is desperately looking for an heir so he can retire early; he's really eager for one.
Zhao Chen couldn't help but chuckle when Charlotte recounted this story.
He could already picture the old man with the white tiger's furrowed brow.
This reminded Zhao Chen.
We really need to get this retirement thing sorted out quickly.
This huge mess... this vast empire will have to be dealt with.
This kind of thing needs to be started from childhood.
Zhao Chen looked at the baby inside the glass window, then thought about Charlotte's two children.
Zhao Chen's lips couldn't help but curl up into a smile.
"Hey, I'm asking you a question." Charlotte pressed Zhao Chen's cheeks with both hands, making him face me: "If you have no objections."
I'll go talk to Sister Chu Xuan about this right away.
"Cough cough cough..." Zhao Chen choked on his own saliva this time: "Go talk to Chu Xuan?"
"yes.
This is quite normal in our White Tiger tribe.
There were even several aunties that my mom found for my dad.
Because if you find it yourself, you can trust it.
"To prevent my dad from bringing back some inappropriate things from outside." Charlotte said seriously, "I know Chu Xuan very well."
I've had a lot of contact with her during this period.
Actually, there are many good ones in our legion.
For example, Shen Bing is very smart! She was a top student at the Northern Starship Military Academy before, so her child will definitely be very smart.
Although Medusa is a snake-people, this could increase genetic diversity, and perhaps she could give birth to some very powerful children.
Akame is also an option; she's a demon.
The demon race now makes up the majority of our Dragon Empire. If you have a connection with Red Eyes, those demons who are currently worried about being purged by you will be able to rest easy.
Su Lan is a bit quiet, but she's quick-witted, and she's even more formidable when commanding interstellar fighters and interstellar drone swarms.
When I competed with her in simulated air combat, I lost all ten times.
Bai Xue... she... aside from having a loud voice, she doesn't seem to have any special characteristics, but she has a big butt, and big butts mean she can have many children!
I've heard that wolves can give birth to five or six at a time!
Xue Xiaoxiao...
"Stop, stop, stop!" Zhao Chen immediately covered Charlotte's mouth.
If she continues to take stock like this, it will be truly incredible.
Xue Xiaoxiao even shouted it out.
The thought of that girl's obsessive fascination with giant ships and cannons sent chills down Zhao Chen's spine.
"Let me handle these things myself," Zhao Chen told Charlotte to calm down.
Charlotte pouted and looked Zhao Chen up and down: "If you come, who knows when our royal family will be able to have more offspring."
You're almost thirty now.
There are only three children.
Do you know how many children my father had by the time he was thirty?
That's enough to fully equip a T2 starship!
"Take it slow, this... this kind of feeling needs to be cultivated." Zhao Chen never expected that the kind of thing that involves urging his wife to get married would actually happen to him.
"Lilith said it."
This kind of thing can't wait.
Lilith and I are unlikely to have any more children anytime soon, and you're almost thirty now.
And taking into account the future stability of the empire.
It must branch out and flourish.
If they don't like it.
We can consider other options.
"But not just anyone can do it." Charlotte rubbed her chin, a thoughtful expression on her face. "You have to be qualified enough."
Qin Xiaolei of the Starry Kingdom?
It is still Saint Cana of the Holy Kingdom of Radiant Light.
Or perhaps the Holy Angel King of the Angel race.
The royal sisters from the Warhammer Star Federation Kingdom would also work, they have dragon blood!
Or my sister Midale...
Zhao Chen covered Charlotte's mouth again, stopping her from continuing.
Please, please.
I can handle this myself.
"I'm not a stallion." Zhao Chen said with a wry smile, "Give me some time, just a little time!"
"Then how it is."
I won't rush you.
"I'll give you six months. Bring one of the things I just mentioned to me!" Charlotte said, hands on her hips, pointing at Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen was both amused and exasperated.
This scene feels so strange.
"Let's go get something to eat first."
We'll spend some more time with Lilith and the children after she wakes up.
After that, I had to go back to the Imperial Military Research Institute.
"There are still many things waiting for me to take care of over there." Zhao Chen pulled Charlotte along and headed towards the restaurant.
That's right!
"Annie, that girl..." Zhao Chen covered Charlotte's face again. He wondered if Lilith's childbirth this time had triggered some strange switch in Charlotte.
They've actually started caring about their own affairs.
And now, they've even kicked Annie out!
Although so many years have passed, Anne is now an adult.
But... Zhao Chen watched him grow up, and he still can't get over that hurdle in his heart.
Hopefully, this is just a fleeting thought for Charlotte, and she'll forget about it after a while.
Otherwise, Zhao Chen really wouldn't be able to handle it.
...
After spending time with Lilith and the children.
Zhao Chen hurriedly returned to the Imperial Military Research Institute.
Actually, Zhao Chen wanted to spend more time with him.
However, as Lilith and Charlotte chatted, the conversation inevitably turned to the topic of having children for Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen had no choice but to flee back as if he were escaping a disaster.
Zhao Chen walked into the office.
Annie, who was sitting in Zhao Chen's office chair with her legs crossed, eating an ice cream bucket, was startled.
"This...this...this is my first bucket today!" Annie explained immediately, but her eyes clearly showed a hint of guilt.
However, Zhao Chen's mind was preoccupied with the words Charlotte had spoken to him whenever he saw Annie.
They had no interest in pursuing Anne's question at all.
"Why are you sitting in my seat?" Zhao Chen asked Annie.
"Hehehe, your chair is comfortable," Annie said with a smirk.
"Is it comfortable sitting here?" Zhao Chen squinted at Annie.
Anne immediately realized what was happening and jumped off the chair.
He even patted the chair with his hand, saying, "Please sit down, please sit down."
Afterwards, Annie, holding her ice cream bucket, immediately ran towards her office on her side.
"etc."
But Zhao Chen suddenly called out to Annie.
Annie stopped and looked cautiously at Zhao Chen.
"How are those projects progressing?" Zhao Chen asked.
Annie breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing Zhao Chen's question.
Fortunately, Zhao Chen didn't pursue the matter of me sitting in his chair. Sitting in his chair gave me the feeling of being the big boss.
Although they are the same chairs, Zhao Chen's chair is just more comfortable to sit in.
So, when Zhao Chen wasn't around, Annie would often sit in his chair and eat all sorts of snacks and treats.
"Those few projects have made some progress."
However, there has been little progress.
After all, those projects also require T7-level raw materials and energy to support them.
Otherwise, it would be extremely difficult to upgrade these technologies to the T7 level using only existing materials and energy.
It's like trying to fill a glass with water so it doesn't leak; there's always a limit to how much water you can pour.
The best way is to make the cup filled with water bigger and sturdier! Anne spoke of her work with the same meticulousness.
Zhao Chen nodded, indicating that Annie could go back.
This outcome was exactly what Zhao Chen had anticipated.
Without new materials and new energy sources, it would be extremely difficult for the JF-17 to enter the T7 technological civilization.
Even if there is an opportunity, it would probably take thousands or even tens of thousands of years.
beep beep beep
Just then, Zhao Chen's handheld terminal rang.
Zhao Chen clicked on it and discovered that the contact was actually the genius girl Camille!
Zhao Chen's heart skipped a beat. Could it be that the plan had made progress?
Without saying a word, Zhao Chen stood up and rushed towards the office while opening the communication channel.
Camille appeared on the other side.
Her expression was extremely excited.
"What happened?" Zhao Chen asked immediately.
Scientist Camille swallowed hard and said excitedly, "We just received the first prototype built based on your design drawings."
A trial run was conducted.
We didn't have high hopes.
But unexpectedly, this prototype only ran for ten seconds.
But within these ten seconds...
It has already scanned out a map of the universe, including the space around us.
There was even a faint signal, seemingly from another universe!
Hearing Camille's words.
Zhao Chen paused, his face filled with unbelievable joy.
Then, he suddenly increased his speed.
"Is the first prototype still operational?" Zhao Chen asked.
"The first prototype has been scrapped; it was designed to run for only ten seconds," scientist Camille said helplessly.
"That at least shows that we're on the right track."
"I'll go back immediately and start developing the second machine right away!" Zhao Chen said impatiently!