When the incision reached about three inches in length, everyone held their breath, their eyes fixed on what lay beneath: a tender, white arm. It was streaked with blood.
Wuyou continued to lengthen the incision. Once it was large enough for her to reach in and retrieve the baby, she handed the scalpel to Wuqing and quickly lifted out the first child.
"Wuqing, cut the umbilical cord quickly."
With a swift motion, Wuqing severed the umbilical cord.
Ms. Su, standing by, immediately took the prepared cloth, received the child, and placed it on the table for cleaning.
Wuqing promptly went over to tie the baby's umbilical cord. Gu Qingli had made her practice these procedures countless times using duck intestines, all in preparation for this very moment.
Just as the umbilical cord was tied, "WAAH, WAAH, WAAH..." A few loud cries echoed.
