ATPnovel Chapter 232 Don't "Drain the Pond to Catch the Fish"
Chapter 232 Don't "Drain the Pond to Catch the Fish"
Dr. Astrid paused, her gaze slowly sweeping over the four ladies present, before emphasizing her addition:
"There's one more thing I need to remind you four—you're all S-class supernatural beings with strong constitutions, so having sex during pregnancy is perfectly fine; there's no need to deliberately avoid it."
Upon hearing this, Xia Ning, Su Wan, and Vivian's cheeks instantly flushed red, and Leng Meng also glanced sideways, her ears subtly turning a faint blush.
The doctor, seemingly oblivious to their embarrassment, continued to give instructions:
"But remember two principles. First, the frequency should not exceed twice a week. Excessive frequency can easily lead to fetal instability and increase the hidden risk of fetal instability."
"Secondly, whether it is the early or late stage of pregnancy, you should be gentle and be careful not to put pressure on your belly. This is especially important for Ms. Xia Ning, who is only 10 days away from her due date."
Upon hearing this, Vivian bit her lip, inwardly grumbling:
"Twice a week...that's not enough!"
"This doctor has such old-fashioned ideas. We're S-class supernatural beings, with incredibly strong constitutions. How could the fetus be so easily disturbed?"
"Besides, I'm a doctor myself; how could I not be sure of this basic principle?!"
After venting her frustrations, she knew she shouldn't be too stubborn, so she suppressed her resentment.
"Fine, twice is fine. Let's avoid Xia Ning and the others gossiping, and let's not disappoint the doctor's good intentions."
"However..." A sly glint flashed in her eyes, "If the number of times isn't enough, we can make up for it with the duration. Extending each session to three or four hours isn't out of the question."
Dr. Astrid seemed to see through her little scheme, and reminded her in a gentle tone:
"Even if you don't care about the child's health, you should at least consider Mr. Lin's well-being."
"He is human, and his physique is far weaker than that of you S-class monsters. If we drain him too much, he will suffer from many health problems, which will be detrimental to raising children in the future."
Vivian's cheeks flushed red when her secret was exposed, and her previous slyness faded, replaced by a hint of unease.
She quickly lowered her head, sticking out her tongue shyly, "Oh... I understand."
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After returning to the mansion, Lin Feng made an excuse and went to the underground communications room alone.
He needed to contact Qin Weiguo, the leader of the Ghost Stories Strategy Team, to report on the current situation.
The call was quickly connected, and Qin Weiguo's face appeared on the screen.
Upon seeing Lin Feng, he visibly breathed a sigh of relief.
"Lin Feng! You finally contacted me," Qin Weiguo said urgently. "How is it? How's the situation at home?"
Lin Feng smiled wryly: "Team leader, guess?"
Qin Weiguo carefully observed Lin Feng's complexion: "No missing limbs...it seems the four wives have reached a peaceful coexistence agreement?"
Lin Feng rubbed his temples: "Luckily, Xia Ning and Leng Meng were deskmates in high school."
Qin Weiguo was taken aback: "What?"
Lin Feng explained, "Xia Ning and Leng Meng were very close classmates and deskmates in high school."
"This solved a lot of problems, and Xia Ning took the initiative to let Leng Meng take on the 'management role' in the family."
Qin Weiguo processed this information, an expression of disbelief on his face: "This...this is too much of a coincidence! What about the other two?"
"Su Wan was initially somewhat resistant, but accepted reality after Xia Ning's persuasion. Vivian is rather naive and easily satisfied. The biggest challenge right now is... time management."
Qin Weiguo couldn't help but laugh: "What's wrong, can't make the schedule?"
Lin Feng sighed, "All four women are like wolves and tigers, and I have to try my best to be fair. This is harder than managing a team!"
"I understand," Qin Weiguo said, his smile fading and his expression turning serious. "But Lin Feng, I must remind you: your health comes first."
"You are no ordinary person now; you bear the hopes of the entire Dragon Kingdom on your shoulders."
"If overworking due to family matters negatively impacts performance in dungeons, the consequences could be disastrous!"
Lin Feng nodded: "I know, team leader. Also, Xia Ning's due date is in 10 days. I'm just hoping the next dungeon can be postponed so I can be there to watch over her during her delivery."
Qin Weiguo pondered for a moment and said, "The Abyss Prison instance will end in 3 days, and there is usually a ten-day interval between the two mystery instances, so there shouldn't be any problem with the time."
Lin Feng nodded slightly, then changed the subject: "Also, regarding my parents..."
Qin Weiguo paused upon hearing this, his tone becoming somewhat hesitant:
"Your parents already know that you have two more wives, and they are currently worried and have mixed feelings."
Lin Feng rubbed his temples helplessly, his tone tinged with a wry smile:
"I'm afraid to video chat with my parents now, because I'm bound to get a scolding as soon as the call connects."
Qin Weiguo quickly reassured them, "Don't worry, we will first communicate with your parents and persuade them to prioritize the overall situation of the country and, more importantly, your safety."
Lin Feng breathed a sigh of relief: "Then please take care of the work first. I will contact you two elders again once everything is settled."
Qin Weiguo readily agreed, "No problem. By the way, the Silent Grip you used in the last dungeon, the Evil-Slaying Pistol you were issued when you were impersonating the Obsidian Squad, and that dagger—you didn't hand them over obediently, did you?"
A sly glint flashed in Lin Feng's eyes as he smiled and replied:
"No way, I secretly brought them out. These things can come in very handy at a critical moment."
Upon hearing this, Qin Weiguo gave Lin Feng a thumbs-up from afar, his tone both approving and invigorated:
"Good lad, you're quick-witted! With these tools, we'll be much more confident in dealing with the rest of the ghost stories!"
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At 9 p.m., the warm yellow light from the bedside lamp illuminated a corner of the bedroom.
On the large bed, Xia Ning leaned against the soft pillows, wearing comfortable and loose maternity pajamas. Her high, protruding belly stretched out a full silhouette under the thin blanket.
Lin Feng lay on his side beside her, one hand around her shoulder, the other gently and lovingly resting on her stomach.
Occasionally, a lump would suddenly swell up on Xia Ning's stomach, playfully nudging his palm.
Xia Ning complained with a smile, "This little guy is especially active tonight, he kicked me again."
Lin Feng's eyes were full of doting affection as he gently stroked the baby's movements with his fingertips.
"Looks like a very active little guy; he'll definitely be healthy and lively in the future!"
Looking at his gentle expression, Xia Ning said softly, "Honey, you haven't told me properly what you went through in the Abyss Prison yet."
Lin Feng put his arm around her shoulder to make her more comfortable, and then began to speak in a low voice.
From stepping into that bizarre and oppressive instance, to navigating the rules, and finally eliminating Warden Cyrus Mohn...
When Xia Ning mentioned slapping the witch and Cyrus's breasts, she burst out laughing, her shoulders trembling slightly. She quickly suppressed a laugh, afraid of startling the baby in her belly.
"You... that ability of yours is really... underhanded!"
"But it's very effective," Lin Feng emphasized seriously, "especially against certain particularly arrogant and annoying guys. The combination of physical wakefulness and magical silence is extremely effective."
Xia Ning smiled so hard her eyes curved into crescents, and it took her a while to recover.
When Xia Ning heard about the elusive "female prisoner phantom" who seemed to have a special interest in Lin Feng, she blinked, her tone slightly teasing:
"It sounds like... a very special 'being'."
"Honey, why didn't you seize the opportunity to 'bring her in' too?"
"Having another sister in the family would make it even more lively."