The day had finally come for Su Wanqing's due date. On this day, Lu Chenzhou had been by her side early in the morning, anxious and excited. He knew that the arrival of this day meant their lives would change forever. Despite all their preparations, they still felt a mixture of excitement and nervousness as they anticipated the arrival of their new baby.
In the morning, Su Wanqing suddenly felt sharp abdominal pain. She immediately realized that the baby might be coming soon. Lu Chenzhou saw her face turn pale and became frantic. He quickly called the hospital, preparing to take her to the delivery room. Although he had never experienced anything like this before, at that moment, he knew he had to remain calm to provide the best support for Su Wanqing.
"Wanqing, don't worry, I'm right here with you," Lu Chenzhou said, holding her hand tightly, his voice soft yet firm, though inside he was as nervous as she was.
"I know, you've always been by my side," Su Wanqing smiled faintly. Despite the excruciating pain, she felt comforted and supported by Lu Chenzhou's silent encouragement.
The drive to the hospital seemed longer than ever before, but finally, two hours later, they arrived at the delivery room. The medical staff immediately took charge, and Lu Chenzhou stood by, his eyes never leaving Su Wanqing. The process lasted for several hours. While he couldn't fully comprehend the pain Su Wanqing was enduring, he could feel her strength and courage.
Finally, amidst the frantic cries of the newborn, Su Wanqing gave birth to a healthy baby. Lu Chenzhou almost couldn't hold back his tears. When he saw the baby's tiny face, his heart was overwhelmed with emotions. "Wanqing, the baby is so cute," he whispered to his wife, his voice filled with deep emotion and happiness.
Su Wanqing smiled at him. She knew that she had completed this journey of life and had arrived at a new beginning. "Yes, he looks like you," she softly replied.
They exchanged smiles, exhausted but filled with joy. The tiny life they held in their arms seemed to carry all their hopes and the future, making their world suddenly warm and complete.
The days after the baby's birth were not easy. During the first few days, Su Wanqing had difficulty moving due to her cesarean recovery, and Lu Chenzhou devoted himself to taking care of the baby. Every time the baby cried in the middle of the night, Lu Chenzhou was the first to get up and comfort the baby. Although he didn't have much experience, every time the baby quieted down, he felt deeply fulfilled. Su Wanqing also began to regain her strength after the birth, but whenever she saw the baby growing healthily, her heart was filled with immense satisfaction.
"Look, he's smiling," Lu Chenzhou gently said to Su Wanqing one day, his eyes filled with tenderness. He had just fed the baby, and the baby smiled as though responding to their care.
"He's looking more and more like you," Su Wanqing responded with a smile, her heart full of love for this little life and endless hope.
As the baby gradually grew, Su Wanqing and Lu Chenzhou's life also began to settle into a new rhythm. Though their work remained busy, they both tried to find a balance between their family and careers. Lu Chenzhou took on most of the night shifts, while Su Wanqing spent as much time as possible with the baby during the day. Every night, Lu Chenzhou would come home early to help take care of the baby, and during the day, Su Wanqing would be busy with cases at the police station, but whenever she had a break, she would return home to be with the baby.
They often supported each other, working well together in their professional lives, and their personal lives were filled with love and warmth. Even with the pressure from work and the cases, every time they came home and saw their baby peacefully sleeping, all the fatigue seemed to disappear.
"Wanqing, I think we've finally found a balance in this family," Lu Chenzhou said softly one evening after the baby had fallen asleep.
"Mm, I feel the same. Although it's tough, these days are the happiest of my life," Su Wanqing replied, resting her head on his shoulder, her eyes gently closing with a satisfied smile.
Amid the busyness and pressure, they had gradually adapted to their new roles—from spouses to parents. They were constantly learning and growing. Especially Lu Chenzhou, although a tough police officer at work, he displayed unprecedented patience and attentiveness in caring for the baby. Every time he changed the baby's diaper or helped the baby fall asleep, he gave it his all. He began to realize that as a father, his responsibility was not just to provide for the family materially but also to create a loving and secure environment for the baby to grow in.
Su Wanqing also felt the weight of parental responsibility during this time. While her body was slowly recovering, she still maintained a high level of focus and alertness at work for the sake of the baby. As a mother, she knew she couldn't neglect this little life and couldn't let her guard down. She had to continue fighting for justice, creating a better future for her family and child.
Sometimes, the couple would discuss the baby's future education and even discuss names and potential hobbies. Though these things seemed far off, they had already begun planning for the baby's future.
"What do you think he'll like when he grows up?" Su Wanqing asked one time, looking up at Lu Chenzhou after the baby had fallen asleep, a glimmer of hope in her eyes.
"I think he'll be as smart as you, and as strong as me," Lu Chenzhou smiled as he replied, his heart filled with beautiful visions of the future.
"Then we'll make sure he grows up freely," Su Wanqing nodded gently, her heart full of hope and expectation for the future.
And so, in their busy yet fulfilling days, Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing continued their life together, carrying love for each other, responsibility for their family, and hope for their child's future. Their story had opened a new chapter—a chapter about happiness, growth, and the beautiful continuation of life.