Chapter 673: Extra 086 He Would Only Risk His Life for Xin Zaozao (third update)

Mu Cidian let go of Xin Zaozao.

Xin Zaozao’s tears stung with pain.

Mu Cidian gently wiped them away with a soft, damp tissue.

Xin Zaozao trembled, “It hurts.”

Mu Cidian looked at her.

Xin Zaozao gritted her teeth, trying to bear the pain again.

Seeing her like this, Mu Cidian said, “I’ll let the baby try one more time.”

“Hmm?” Xin Zaozao widened her eyes in surprise.

“It should be okay now,” said Mu Cidian.

As he spoke, Mu Cidian pulled the curtain back a bit and told the nanny, “Let the baby try again.”

“Of course, sir.”

The baby was also incredibly hungry by this point.

And crying incessantly.

Xin Zaozao again cradled the baby in her arms.

The moment the baby latched on, Xin Zaozao almost passed out from the pain.

She took a deep breath.

The baby was sucking with vigor.

Crying and sucking, slowly, the sounds of crying faded until only the sound of sucking and occasional whimpering remained.

The nanny watched the baby for a good while and finally said with delight, “He must be getting milk now. I can hear the swallowing.”

Xin Zaozao was a little excited at that moment.

The baby was sucking so enthusiastically, any pain Xin Zaozao had experienced seemed to instantly fade away, replaced by an indescribable sense of gratification. She felt suddenly wonderful.

“Being able to nurse normally on the second day is quite rare. You should have plenty of milk for the baby in the future.”

“Really?”

“Definitely,” the nanny replied confidently and then added, “I was worried at first that you might have trouble with your milk supply due to your slender figure and large breasts. It’s often women with small breasts who have surprisingly abundant milk supply…”

Xin Zaozao blushes.

Even Mu Cidian seemed a little embarrassed next to her.

The nanny noticed their discomfort and quickly changed the subject, “When the baby is full, he will unlatch all by himself. It’s best not to let him fall asleep while feeding. Otherwise, he will get used to falling asleep only while nursing.”

“Okay.” Xin Zaozao nodded.

Everyone continued to keep the company of the nursing baby.

Watching with rapt attention.

The nanny, of course, was expected to do so.

But having Mu Cidian there too made everything feel a bit awkward.

Fortunately, the baby was only two days old and didn’t eat much. He had just been crying during the feedings, and now he soon fell asleep.

The nanny took the baby from Xin Zaozao’s arms.

Xin Zaozao straightened her clothes.

The nanny hurriedly instructed, “Remember to wipe yourself clean after each feeding since the baby will need to eat again soon. If it hurts, you should ask the caregiver to get some ointment to soften the area, or it will hurt again next time.”

Listening to the nanny’s advice, Mu Cidian picked up a wet wipe and gently wiped her down. He acted naturally and with apparent expertise.

Xin Zaozao’s face turned deep red.

Mu Cidian said, “I’ll have the caregiver get some ointment.”

Xin Zaozao nodded.

Mu Cidian withdrew the curtain.

The baby was now laid in his crib.

Mu Cidian gave some instructions to the caregiver.

Just as he was about to check on the baby, his phone rang.

He glanced at the caller ID.

He slowly hung up.

The phone rang again right after he hung up.

Mu Cidian pursed his lips.

Song Lifei has arrived.

Mu Cidian looked at him, “Isn’t Xin Family too free?”

“Not welcoming me?” Song Lifei seemed quite aware of himself.

Mu Cidian didn’t speak.

Song Lifei said, “I’ve come for something.”

Mu Cidian glanced at his daughter before following Song Lifei out.

Xin Zaozao watched them.

She had a feeling these two were keeping something from her.

But apparently, she was not one to poke her nose into other people’s business.

Mu Cidian and Song Lifei went to a rooftop garden outside the hospital, and Song Lifei stated, “The Lei Village case is basically over. The puppet masters are the local leaders in the town, Lei Qiang was just executing their commands, but he of course took quite some benefits. Wu Dacheng was also Lei Qiang’s man, providing cover for him. He Jianguo has also been found, so it’s all crystal clear now, just waiting for the court’s sentencing.”

“Alright,” Mu Cidian said, “As long as you’ve sorted out the Lei Village case. Moving forward, there’s no need to wait for the court’s rulings, instead, start compensating for some of the damages caused in Lei Village. After you’ve drawn up a detailed report of the financial expenditures, let me take a look.”

“OK.” Song Lifei nodded, “Once the matter is clear, the rest should be easy to handle, however…”

“What happened?”

“Lei Qian has been looking for me.” Song Lifei said, “After all, this matter is related to her father, and she wanted my help.”

Mu Cidian pursed his lips.

“Actually, I didn’t want to help her, but considering that we were class fellows and she didn’t do anything too despicable, I thought I’d ask your opinion. It’s not to say that I can help Lei Qian get Lei Qiang acquitted, but maybe I can find a way to get him a lighter sentence. You know how much Lei Qiang dotes on his daughter since school days, and now with Lei Qiang in trouble, Lei Qian can’t bear it.”

“Just handle it as you see fit.” Mu Cidian stated straightforwardly.

“You and Lei Qian have a deep relationship, so I feel I needed to seek your opinion.”

“I have no opinion.” Mu Cidian said, “I don’t have a deep relationship with Lei Qian.”

“The term ‘Cold-blooded’ seems to have been tailor-made for you.”

With no desire to refute, Mu Cidian turned to leave.

At that moment, he hesitated.

Song Lifei looked over.

He was surprised to see Lei Qian suddenly appear before them.

Mu Cidian looked at Song Lifei.

“It wasn’t me.” Song Lifei quickly denied.

Lei Qian hurriedly said, “Cidian, don’t blame Song Lifei, I came on my own. I heard that Xin Zaozao has given birth, so I knew she must be in the hospital, and I came to look for her. I really didn’t mean to disturb you, I just…”

Lei Qian’s eyes turned red as she spoke.

Song Lifei was somewhat reluctant.

Mu Cidian did not say much at that moment either.

“You didn’t even answer my calls, I…I….my dad, he’s my only father…” Lei Qian sobbed harder, “Cidian, can I speak to you alone for a few minutes, just a few minutes?”

Song Lifei felt that with Mu Cidian’s character, Lei Qian could not get him to do anything. However, Lei Qian really was in trouble and it wouldn’t hurt Mu Cidian to help her.

He said, “I’m going to check on Xin Zaozao and the baby.”

Then he left.

Lei Qian gave Song Lifei a grateful smile.

She turned to look at Mu Cidian.

She said, “Cidian, my dad, I really didn’t know he would do such a thing. I asked him, he was pushed into a corner. He only did it due to pressure from higher ups, he really didn’t want to, and he’s deeply regretful. I talked to a lawyer, they said in my dad’s case he will be sentenced for at least three years… My dad is old, he can’t handle prison, I can’t think of any other solution, I can only beg you.”

“I can’t do anything about your father’s case.”

“Cidian…” Lei Qian grabbed him, “I know there’s nothing between us anymore, but I beg you, please help me. I called Song Lifei, but he kept stonewalling me. I know he and Xin Zaozao are in good terms, definitely he won’t help me. Of course I also know about your relationship with Xin Zaozao, but aside from you, I don’t know who else can solve this problem for me. You are so smart, surely you can help me.”

Mu Cidian remained impassive.

“Even on the grounds of being classmates, you could still lend a hand, right?” Lei Qian asked him.

Mu Cidian pursed his lips.

“Cidian, I admit I tried to hold on to you, but in the end I still chose to let go. I shouldn’t have done anything to hurt you. You agreed to marriage and divorce as you wished…I took care of your mother for a long time, even if I didn’t deserve credit at least I worked hard. Can you lend me a hand just for this reason?” Lei Qian was really begging him in a lowly manner now.

Mu Cidian pursed his lips.

Lei Qian had never…done anything to hurt him.

She even accompanied his mother during her last moments.

No matter what his mother’s intentions were, Lei Qian indeed treated her with sincerity.

He said, his voice ice-cold, “I’ll first get the details about your father’s situation, then I’ll contact you.”

“Have you agreed to help me?” Lei Qian asked her tears instantly turning into smiles.

“Before things are completely clear, I can’t guarantee the extent to which I can help your father, so don’t have high hopes.” Mu Cidian stated directly, “And remember, I won’t do anything that goes against the law.”

In this lifetime, apart from Xin Zaozao, he will not risk legal troubles…for anyone.