Chapter 587: Chapter 585: Telegram

After eating, Han Xiaoqing’s milk came in, and under the guidance of the doctors and nurses, she breastfed her baby.

Mother and son were doing well!

Seeing this, Han Xiaorui finally let out a sigh of relief.

Her sister had become a mother, her life was no longer in danger, and the baby was healthy.

The only regret was that Chen Wenxuan wasn’t there.

But everyone had been mentally prepared for this.

Han Xiaorui first called Chen Wenxuan’s research institute, then made a long-distance call to inform Mrs. Chen and Mr. Chen.

When they heard Han Xiaoqing had given birth, Mr. and Mrs. Chen said they would come over right away.

Han Xiaorui just smiled faintly at that. ’This family’s feudalistic mindset is truly something else.’

’The moment they heard it was a son, they said they’d come right away.’

’If it had been a daughter, they probably would have delayed their trip, even if they came at all.’

Han Xiaorui wasn’t very fond of a family like that.

But Chen Wenxuan himself was a truly wonderful person.

Later, Han Xiaorui learned that the Chen family’s work was centered abroad, while Han Xiaoqing and Chen Wenxuan’s was centered in the country.

That was why she hadn’t opposed their relationship and marriage. After all, with her in-laws thousands of miles away, they wouldn’t interact much, which meant less trouble.

All things considered, she still approved of her sister’s relationship.

This hospital was where Han Xiaoqing worked, so everyone from Expert Wang to the hospital administration came in person to offer their well-wishes.

Not only that, but they also brought nutritional gifts and words of encouragement for Han Xiaoqing.

Han Xiaoqing was deeply moved by the care shown by her colleagues and superiors.

"Dean, I’ll be sure to take good care of myself! I can get back to work as soon as my maternity leave is over."

Dean Li smiled. "Everyone knows how capable you are. It’s not just the hospital administration that recognizes your work; even the leaders at the Health Commission often praise you."

"You’re a model of diligence and a progressive comrade, but right now, you’re at your most vulnerable. You must take good care of yourself. After all, your health is your most important asset."

Han Xiaoqing nodded. "Thank you for your concern, Dean. I understand!"

The doctors and nurses in the maternity ward doted on Han Xiaoqing, leaving Han Xiaorui with practically nothing to do.

Additionally, a director from Chen Wenxuan’s workplace came to personally extend her congratulations to Han Xiaoqing.

This director, Director Zhou, had a look of apology in her eyes. "Mr. Chen hasn’t been home since he started this assignment. It must have been so hard on you. Half of any medal Chen Wenxuan earns belongs to you."

Han Xiaoqing smiled. "Thank you, Director Zhou. I’m very grateful you came all this way. It just proves how important and highly valued Wenxuan’s work is."

"I won’t ask where he is or when he’ll be back. I believe we are both striving for our ideals, all to better serve the people!"

Director Zhou was deeply moved. In her younger days, she and her colleagues had thrown themselves into their work with that same fervent spirit, breaking through one foreign technological blockade after another.

With societal progress, material conditions were much better than before. Many older researchers worried that the younger generations would only care about enjoying life and wouldn’t be able to keep up.

But it seemed that wasn’t the case at all. They had worried for nothing.

The younger generation hadn’t just caught up; by studying advanced foreign technology and applying their own intelligence and talent, they were generating even more brilliant and diverse ideas.

They were not only supporting the research and development of new technologies but were also driving their practical application.

The next generation was truly formidable!

But this was exactly what they wanted to see. As the new waves of the Yangtze River push the old, each generation grows stronger than the last.

"Comrade Han Xiaoqing, thank you for your understanding!" Director Zhou, being a woman herself, was able to stay and chat a bit longer with Han Xiaoqing in the maternity room.

Not wanting to tire Han Xiaoqing out, Director Zhou soon took her leave.

In that moment, Han Xiaoqing could feel the power of a legacy being passed from one generation to the next.

「Meanwhile, inside a secret research institute」

Chen Wenxuan had been on edge for the past two days.

Seeing this, his team leader, Mr. Yang, pulled him aside for a chat. "Wenxuan, what’s wrong? You’ve seemed off these last couple of days."

Chen Wenxuan wrung his hands, looking nervous. "Mr. Yang, my wife’s due date is any day now. I’m worried about her and the baby."

Mr. Yang was in his forties. His own kids were older, and his wife had a stable, less demanding job, so she could look after them.

Even so, he still worried about them, so he could only imagine how much more a young man like Chen Wenxuan must be worrying about his pregnant wife giving birth.

Mr. Yang patted his shoulder encouragingly. "Don’t worry. We can receive messages here. If your wife gives birth, the news will get to you quickly."

"Work is important, but so is family. We can’t send messages out, but with our line of work, ’no news is good news’ for our families."

As he spoke, Mr. Yang offered Chen Wenxuan a cigarette.

Chen Wenxuan waved it away. "I don’t smoke. My wife can’t stand the smell, and it’s bad for your health. You should smoke less too, Mr. Yang."

Mr. Yang shook his head. "At my age, my energy isn’t what it used to be. I need a smoke to stay sharp. But that’s a good habit you have. If you don’t smoke now, don’t ever start."

Chen Wenxuan grumbled internally. ’It’s true I don’t smoke, but with so many people around me who do, I’ve breathed in more than my fair share of secondhand smoke.’

Just as they were speaking, an announcement came over the loudspeaker: "Telegram for Chen Wenxuan."

Mr. Yang clapped Chen Wenxuan on the shoulder. "That must be news from your family. Go on, hurry up. I’ll have the kitchen whip up some good food, and our little team can have a few drinks to celebrate."

"Great, it’s on me," Chen Wenxuan said before taking off at a run toward the office.

After reading the telegram, Chen Wenxuan leaped up excitedly. "I have a son!"

But a moment later, he thought of his wife, Han Xiaoqing, going through pregnancy and childbirth all alone without him. He was overcome with guilt.

"Sir, can I write a letter to my wife?" Chen Wenxuan asked.

’Their project would probably take another three months to finish testing.’

’Then, he would be able to go home.’

’But he wanted to write to his wife right now.’

The superior shook his head. "Xiao Chen, we understand how you feel, but due to confidentiality protocols and the needs of the project, I’m afraid we have to ask you to endure it."

"But at our current pace, we should be finished very soon. Your wish to go home and be with your family will be realized before you know it."

Chen Wenxuan felt a pang of regret, but he had already expected this, so he wasn’t too disappointed.

Seeing his reaction, the superior smiled and said, "A director from your unit has already visited your wife in person to thank her for her support."

Hearing this, Chen Wenxuan breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank you, sir. I’ll work my hardest so we can achieve success as soon as possible."

Chen Wenxuan returned to his dorm with the telegram and carefully tucked it into his notebook.

He grabbed some money and went to the cafeteria, asking the head chef to prepare several hearty dishes so he could celebrate with his team members.

They had all been away from home for so long, unable to communicate with the outside world.

But these team members, spending all their days and nights together, had become good friends.

Now that Chen Wenxuan’s wife had given birth safely, with both mother and son doing well, it was truly a joyous occasion.

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