Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts

Chapter 201

Ines frowned slightly at Ethan, tugging at his shirt lightly, "You're bombarding him with questions, how's the doc supposed to answer all that at once?"

The doctor chuckled, "Madam, your husband is just overly concerned about you. It's rare to see a couple as loving as you two. Don't worry, I'll answer all your questions one by one."

Ines nodded awkwardly.

The doctor continued, "You've just gotten pregnant, you won't feel any discomfort. Usually, symptoms of early pregnancy appear around 6 to 8 weeks. You don't have to stress, just keep a positive attitude."

"Can I still continue working?"

"Pregnancy won't affect your work but you need to take care of yourself and not overwork. By the way, it's too early for prenatal checks. We recommend having the first check around the third month of pregnancy, the results will be more accurate then."

Ethan then asked the doctor a series of questions. Ines was getting a bit annoyed but luckily, the doctor was patient and answered all his questions.

As they left the hospital, Ines couldn't help saying, "Mr. Meyer, you're freaking out. You can't learn all this stuff overnight, you gotta take it slow."

"We both lack knowledge in this field, we need to be extra careful," Ethan said seriously.

Ines chuckled, "We might not have experience, but our families do. We can just ask them."

"You're right."

Upon their return home, they were greeted by the glow of interior lights. Erica Meyer and Phillip had already arrived, and they rushed forth to meet them, their faces alight with eager anticipation.

"Mom, grandpa, why are you all here?" Ines asked awkwardly.

"How could we not come when something this big happened?"

Ines glared at Ethan, knowing that this was his idea, as if he wanted to announce to the world that he was going to be a father.

"I've just gotten pregnant, you all don't have to freak out."

Erica held Ines' hand, looked at her seriously for a few seconds, "You're pregnant, it must be Ethan's achievement, I take back what I said before."

"I've always said, this achievement is the result of my efforts," Ethan said.

Erica rolled her eyes at her son, "Alright, we get it."

Ethan kept quiet.

"Izzy, the first three months of pregnancy are risky. It only stabilizes after three months. Ethan doesn't have experience, we came to check up on you because we're worried. Izzy, come stay with us at the Meyer Mansion."

Ines was in a difficult position. Ethan comforted her, "Don't worry, mom, I'll take good care of Izzy. She's just started handling the Galeana Group's affairs and needs to work. If she stays with you, she'll be tired. If there's anything we need to be careful about, just tell me."

Phillip agreed, "It's better for Izzy to stay here. Erica, you better find a good nanny for them. They both work and need someone to take care of them."

Erica looked around their house, "Alright, we'll use the fitness room as the nanny's room for now."

Ines thought they were all overreacting. She had just confirmed her pregnancy and they were already hiring a nanny. It was unnecessary, "Mom, there's no rush."

"Izzy, listen to your mom and grandpa. Nowadays, nannies are professionally trained. Having someone around will make you feel more relaxed and we can rest easy. You can stay here on weekdays and come to the Meyer Mansion on weekends when the nanny is off, I'll take care of you." ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

Ethan thought Erica's words made sense. He was feeling a bit lost in this area. He might not be able to take good care of Ines, so he agreed, "Alright, we'll leave this to you. Find us a good nanny, preferably an older one with good cooking skills, who can take care of our meals."

Erica agreed with a smile, "Leave it to me, I won't let my grandchild down."

Phillip looked around and said to Ethan, "Ethan, you should also make some changes to your house. Cover sharp corners of furniture and lay non-slip mats in potentially slippery areas like the bathroom."

Ines felt like an outsider. She couldn't get a word in as they discussed back and forth but she was happy and content.

Having a family like this was really nice.

Erica and Phillip kept reminding Ethan even as they left. After they were gone, Ines hugged Ethan's arm and said, "Mom and grandpa are really nice."

"They've been looking forward to this day for many years."

At night, Ines woke up in the middle of the night to find that Ethan wasn't by her side. She curiously got up and found that the study room light was on. Ethan was sitting in front of the computer, looking at some information with a serious expression, not noticing her approach.

Ines hugged him from behind and laughed, "Ethan, what are you doing up so late?"

Ethan pulled Ines onto his lap, holding her close. Ines glanced at the computer screen which showed information about pregnancy. She asked, "Grandpa and mom have already taught you so much, do you still need to study?"

Ethan looked at her seriously, "Mrs. Meyer, you need to change your mindset and prepare to be a mom. This is the most important thing right now."

Looking at his slightly tense handsome face, Ines wanted to laugh but didn't dare to. She thought this was just the beginning, he wouldn't be this excited after a while.

"Alright, I get it, can we go to sleep now?" Ines obediently apologized. She didn't know if all men about to become fathers were like this, but Ethan was definitely very tense.

Seeing her good attitude, Ethan chuckled and lightly pinched her nose. He shut down the computer and carried her back to the bedroom.

Ines succumbed to slumber swiftly, entirely oblivious to the man behind her who remained absorbed in his labyrinth of thoughts.