I rushed to my mother's hotel with Sang Shixi, where she and my auntie were probably waiting triumphantly for my arrival.
I knew the sight of my pregnant belly and Sang Shixi by my side would shock her.
This daughter of hers had always put her at ease growing up, but now, the older I got, the more worry I seemed to cause her.
Ever since she had dinner at He Cong's place last time, she had been quite uneasy, frequently calling to probe indirectly. I hadn't given anything away to her.
I thought I could give birth to the child unnoticed, as if this chapter never happened, but now that seems impossible.
The room was a luxury suite I had booked for my mother. I'm now capable of offering them a better material life, but I've realized that's all I can provide, not peace of mind.
I took a deep breath outside the door, and Sang Shixi glanced at me: "It's the first time I've seen you nervous."