Gu Xun wanted to see the child and check on Mei Wanying.
But as a man who was not family, he couldn't enter Mei Wanying's room for fear of ruining her reputation.
He paced outside the courtyard for a long time, still unable to make up his mind.
Ding Xiang came out and called to him. "Mr. Gu, are you here to see the child? Ling is awake. I can bring her to the outer room. Please, follow me."
This was clearly Mei Wanying's idea; Ding Xiang never acted on her own authority.
Gu Xun didn't hesitate any longer and followed Ding Xiang.
"How is Miss Mei's health?"
"The doctor said that as long as she has a proper postpartum confinement and doesn't develop any lingering ailments, she'll be fine."
The tension in Gu Xun's brow eased.
He felt a mix of nervousness and regret. 'I came in such a hurry, I forgot to bring a gift for the little one.'
'I'll have to make up for it later. I hope she won't be upset with me.'
Ling…
