Since the wedding of Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing, despite their busy work schedules and a never-ending stream of cases, their lives still held many warm moments. Every evening, they would sit together at home, sharing their work experiences and offering each other encouragement. Though they did not always speak, the tacit understanding and trust between them had made their marriage stronger than ever.
However, the real turning point came on a sunny afternoon. Su Wanqing returned from the hospital with a look of disbelief on her face. That day, Lu Chenzhou had just finished handling a complex case and was exhausted. He had planned to rest when he saw Su Wanqing holding a diagnosis sheet in her hand. His brow furrowed, thinking she might be unwell, and he rushed over. "What's wrong, Wanqing? You look a bit off?"
"I... I'm pregnant," Su Wanqing's voice trembled slightly, but her eyes shone with an undeniable joy and excitement.
Those words struck Lu Chenzhou like a thunderbolt, echoing loudly in his mind. He froze, everything around him seemed to blur. The news came so suddenly that he didn't know how to react. His heart raced, and his emotions surged wildly.
"Pregnant?" Lu Chenzhou's voice was hoarse, as if it had come from a long silence.
Su Wanqing nodded, still smiling, but there was a faint concern in her eyes. She knew that in their dangerous and uncertain careers, being pregnant would bring even more challenges, and it might even affect their future work.
"Wanqing, this is amazing!" Lu Chenzhou finally snapped out of his daze, his eyes filled with excitement and joy. He reached out and embraced her, his voice low, "We're going to have a little life, the most beautiful thing in this world."
Su Wanqing leaned gently against his shoulder, closing her eyes, feeling the intensity of his love and care. Although she had once felt uneasy about the upcoming challenges, at that moment, her heart was filled with warmth. Lu Chenzhou's embrace was the safest place for her.
"But..." Su Wanqing gently pushed him away, looking into his eyes. "You know, my job..."
"I know," Lu Chenzhou interrupted her softly, "I know what this means, but no matter what, we'll face it together. I will protect you, and I will protect our child."
Su Wanqing looked at him deeply, her eyes filled with emotion and trust. "I believe in you."
From that day on, Lu Chenzhou never slackened. He took great care in monitoring Su Wanqing's diet, arranged for her regular checkups, and was constantly concerned that she wouldn't overexert herself or feel unwell. Whenever Su Wanqing felt tired, Lu Chenzhou would take over household chores, caring for her every need, trying his best to ensure she remained calm and comfortable during her pregnancy.
Meanwhile, Lu Chenzhou also paid more attention to her safety. Although their work remained intense and challenging, he did his best to balance her work and rest, minimizing her exposure to dangerous cases. He knew Su Wanqing wasn't just his wife but also the mother of their child, and he had to give her more support and protection.
However, changes in life always come with pressure. Even though Lu Chenzhou did his best to care for Su Wanqing, she still couldn't avoid the demands of her job. Sometimes, she would receive urgent calls requiring her to participate in case investigations. Even though she knew she needed rest during her pregnancy, she still found it hard to let go of her work. This made Lu Chenzhou anxious. More than once, he urged her to take it easy, especially when the cases were particularly intense.
"Wanqing, don't go," one time, Su Wanqing was called back to the police station for an urgent case. Lu Chenzhou saw her tired body getting out of the car and quickly went to support her. "You're pregnant now. You can't take risks anymore."
"I know you're worried about me," Su Wanqing smiled lightly, "but this case is really important to me. I can't let it go."
Lu Chenzhou pursed his lips. Though he felt helpless, he understood her sense of responsibility. She was so persistent, and it was precisely her persistence that had brought them this far. So, he gently took her hand. "Alright, but I hope you can rest more and not put too much pressure on yourself during work."
Su Wanqing nodded, looking up at him, a hint of gratitude in her eyes. "Thank you, Chenzhou. With you by my side, I truly feel secure."
During these days, Lu Chenzhou was constantly preparing for the arrival of their baby. They set up a nursery at home, choosing the safest and most comfortable crib and supplies. Every decision was made with careful consideration. Lu Chenzhou even began learning about parenting, despite having no prior experience, as he hoped to be a qualified father.
"I want to give the baby a name," Su Wanqing said one evening, sitting on the sofa, gently stroking her growing belly.
"Hmm?" Lu Chenzhou paused for a moment, looking at her with a gentle gaze, knowing she was thinking about something important.
"We should give the baby a meaningful name," Su Wanqing said slowly, "a name that represents us."
"I agree," Lu Chenzhou nodded, a slight smile in his eyes. "Then let's discuss it together."
In the months that followed, Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing prepared for the arrival of their new life. Although their lives remained busy, each day was filled with anticipation and joy. Whether it was the challenges at work or the trivial matters of daily life, they both had a shared goal—to ensure the healthy growth of their child and to make their family more complete.
The arrival of this new life was the continuation of their love and responsibility and the beginning of a new chapter in their happy life.