Born in the 1980s, she was remarried and became a stepmother; a cold, rough man doted on her, pinchi

Chapter 49 I will definitely take it back
Early in the morning, Jiang He gently nudged Lin Yanqing, who was still fast asleep beside her, her voice tinged with a hint of coquetry and anticipation: "Yanqing, I'm going to the hospital for a prenatal checkup today. Will you come with me? This is our child."

Lin Yanqing rolled over, her brows furrowed, her sleepy eyes filled with impatience: "Hey, haven't you seen how busy I've been these past few days? I haven't even finished reviewing yet, how can I have time to go to the hospital with you for a stroll? You know the way, you can go by yourself."

Jiang He's smile froze instantly. She sat up straight and raised her voice: "How can this be a casual stroll? This is a big deal about the child's health. I just want you to be with me and give me a sense of security. Is that too much to ask?"

Lin Yanqing was also completely awakened by her voice. He sat up abruptly, his eyes wide open: "Don't be unreasonable here, okay? I work myself to the bone every day to earn money to support the family. Can't you be a little more understanding? It's just a prenatal checkup. What woman doesn't go by herself?"

Jiang He's eyes reddened, tears welling up: "Lin Yanqing, do you have any conscience? I'm pregnant with your child, enduring morning sickness and feeling unwell every day, and you, instead of caring about me, say I'm being unreasonable. This is our first child, and you're so indifferent?"

Lin Yanqing scratched her head in frustration: "How am I not caring? I work hard to give the children and you a better life, don't I? If you don't like me, why did you marry me in the first place?"

Jiang He trembled with anger at his words: "You...you actually said such a thing. You were the one who swore you would take care of me for the rest of your life, but now? I think you've changed a long time ago."

Lin Yanqing snorted coldly: "People change, so don't keep bringing up the past. I'll say it again, I don't have time to go to your prenatal checkup. Figure it out yourself."

After saying that, he got out of bed, put on his clothes, and walked out of the room without looking back. Jiang He sat blankly on the bed, watching Lin Yanqing's departing figure, tears streaming down her face like a burst dam.

Her heart felt like it was being pierced by countless needles; she was both aggrieved and angry. She never imagined that the man who had once been so gentle and considerate towards her would become so cold and heartless.

It took Jiang He a while to slowly come to her senses. She knew that no matter what Lin Yanqing did, she couldn't gamble with her child's health.

Suppressing her grief, she got up and began packing the things she needed to go to the hospital.

On the way to the town hospital, Jiang He's mood was as heavy as the gloomy weather.

She sat on the bumpy bus, lost in thought. She remembered the sweet times when she and Lin Yanqing had just gotten married, when he would bring her a wildflower he had picked from the roadside on his way home from get off work, and when he would take good care of her when she was sick.

But now, all of this seems like a distant dream. Upon arriving in town, Jiang He got out of the car and dragged her heavy steps toward the hospital.

As she passed a small shop on the street, she inadvertently saw Jiang Man and Qin Yishen. They were walking out of the shop chatting and laughing, with Qin Yishen's hand gently on Jiang Man's shoulder, and their eyes were full of love and doting.

Jiang He stopped in her tracks instantly, her eyes fixed on the happy couple, her heart filled with mixed emotions.

Why? Why is fate so unfair? In her past life, Qin Yishen always ignored her, refusing to give her even a marriage certificate, let alone such an intimate gesture. But in this life, he cherishes Jiang Man dearly, as if she were the most precious treasure in his life.

Jiang Man seemed to realize that someone was watching them. She turned her head and saw Jiang He standing not far away with tears streaming down her face.

She paused for a moment, and the smile on her face vanished instantly.

Jiang He glared at her fiercely. Jiang Man's brows furrowed even more. She had guessed that Jiang He and Lin Yanqing's relationship was in trouble recently, but she did not expect Jiang He to harbor such resentment towards her.

She took a few steps forward: "Isn't this Jiang He? Why did you come for your prenatal checkup by yourself? Your eyes are red. Did Lin Zhiqing bully you? Tell me, I can help you."

"Help me? Stop with your crocodile tears."

Jiang He shouted, "Do you think I don't know what you're thinking? You just wanted to see me make a fool of myself. Are you satisfied now? You stole the happiness that originally belonged to me."

Seeing Jiang He's agitated state, Qin Yishen stepped forward, blocking Jiang Man's path, and said coldly, "Jiang He, if you have a problem, take it out on me. Don't take it out on Jiang Man. She did nothing wrong."

Seeing Qin Yishen protecting Jiang Man, Jiang He's resentment erupted like a volcano: "Qin Yishen, you two adulterers, I will not let you get away with this!"

Jiang Man turned pale with anger at Jiang He's words.

"Jiang He, don't you feel guilty saying these things? I never intended to take anything from you."

Jiang He ignored her explanation and ran towards the hospital. Tears blurred her vision, and the pain and resentment in her heart almost overwhelmed her.

As she ran, she vowed to herself that she would make Jiang Man and Qin Yishen pay the price for their happiness. Jiang He rushed into the hospital and queued up at the registration desk to register.

People around her stared at her curiously, but she didn't care at all. Images of Jiang Man and Qin Yishen's loving relationship kept flashing through her mind, images that pierced her heart like a knife.

After registering, Jiang He sat in the waiting area, waiting for her number to be called. Her body trembled slightly, whether from anger or fear, she didn't know. She thought of the child in her womb, and a wave of guilt washed over her. She knew she shouldn't be so agitated; it wasn't good for the baby. But she simply couldn't control her emotions.

Finally, it was Jiang He's turn for her prenatal checkup. As she entered the examination room, the doctor noticed her red and swollen eyes and asked with concern, "Young lady, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

Jiang He shook her head, forcing back her tears, and said, "Doctor, I'm fine."

The doctor nodded and began the examination. During the procedure, the doctor said, "Young lady, you're pregnant now, so you need to keep a positive mood and avoid getting angry. It's not good for the baby's development."

Jiang He nodded silently, telling herself that she had to be strong for her child's sake. However, the thought of Jiang Man and Qin Yishen made the resentment in her heart resurface.

After the examination, the doctor told Jiang He that the fetus was normal. Jiang He took the report and walked out of the hospital. At the entrance, she saw Jiang Man and Qin Yishen again. They were standing next to a bicycle, seemingly discussing something.

Jiang He took a deep breath and strode towards them. She stood in front of Jiang Man and said coldly, "Jiang Man, remember this: everything you have today, I will take back."