Pregnant...
Xie Jinbai's expression went blank, his mind a complete void. It was as if he couldn't comprehend the meaning of her words.
"About the pregnancy... Minmin only just brought it to my attention. I called for the household doctor to check my pulse, and that's when I found out,"
Cui Lingyao wrapped her arms around his waist, feeling aggrieved herself. "The pregnancy is still in its early stages, and I've accidentally ingested a lot of musk these past few days, so the fetus is a bit unstable. I can't be the antidote for you. Don't do anything reckless."
...
The inner chamber fell deathly silent.
The man on top of her looked like a dumbstruck fool.
Cui Lingyao understood his shock. After a moment's thought, she took his hand and placed it on her stomach, explaining softly, "I didn't intend to send a woman to you, but I really can't be with you... Xie Jinbai, don't be reckless and hurt the baby..."
