The dark, oppressive sky terrified the little carp and Gugu, causing them to cling to Liu Nanfeng's legs with wide, fearful eyes.
Liu Zonghe also looked at Liu Nanfeng with concern.
Liu Nanfeng's expression was calm as he said, "It's nothing, the baby is just newly born and feeling a bit unhappy."
With a gentle wave of his hand, the thunder in the sky ceased, the dark clouds dispersed, and brilliant sunlight returned to the earth.
The few people gasped in astonishment. They knew Liu Nanfeng was powerful, but they had never imagined he was *this* powerful.
However, before they could marvel further, Yu Huilan emerged, cradling an infant.
"You were right, it's a little chubby girl," Yu Huilan said with a smile.
As Liu Nanfeng reached out to take the baby, another pair of hands moved faster. Liu Zonghe's face was filled with excitement.
But Yu Huilan didn't grant his wish. With a look of disdain, she dodged his outstretched hand, "What are you crowding for? The first hold naturally goes to her father."
With that, she handed the infant to the equally excited Liu Nanfeng.
Liu Zonghe was speechless. *First hold? You already held her, and you say that.*
"Let me see, let me see."
"Gugu… Gugu…"
The little carp and Gugu were impatient to see, but they were too short and could only stretch their necks, bouncing eagerly.
Liu Nanfeng squatted down to let them get a good look.
Perhaps because her parents were no ordinary people, the infant's complexion was exceptionally healthy and rosy, and her hair was thick, unlike other newborns who were wrinkled.
However, her eyes were still closed. Her tiny hands were clenched into fists, held near her cheeks.
Her delicate nostrils flared with each breath, exuding an indescribable cuteness.
Liu Nanfeng felt an ineffable warmth and tenderness fill his heart.
With that thought, he turned his gaze to the little carp beside him.
The little carp was now acting very cautiously, as if afraid of disturbing the baby.
"You're a big sister now," Liu Nanfeng said with a smile.
Hearing this, the little carp's mouth stretched into a wide grin, but she quickly covered it, afraid her laughter would wake the baby.
"Do you want to hold her?" Liu Nanfeng asked again.
The little carp nodded frantically.
"Gugu…"
Gugu blinked her large eyes, also looking expectant.
Liu Zonghe and his wife stood by, hesitant, their faces etched with worry, but ultimately they remained silent. They simply tensed, ready to catch the baby if she were to slip.
But it was clear they were overthinking. For both the little carp and Gugu, the infant's weight was not an issue at all.
Liu Nanfeng handed the baby to Liu Zonghe and his wife to look after and, without delay, entered the house.
Su Jinxiu lay weakly on the bed. Hearing the movement, she immediately turned her head.
Liu Nanfeng hurried forward. Su Huamei, with her usual perceptiveness, made room for him.
"How are you? Are you alright?" Liu Nanfeng asked, his voice tinged with concern.
Su Jinxiu didn't answer, instead asking directly, "Where's the baby?"
"Outside. Don't worry about her. How are you feeling now? Are you uncomfortable anywhere?" Liu Nanfeng replied, feeling somewhat helpless.
He knew the immense pain Su Jinxiu had endured to give birth to this child. He remembered when he first heard about the Fetal Nurturing Grass from Zhu Yuchan, who had described the pain as being akin to being sliced by a thousand knives, a torment that ordinary people could not bear.
Judging by her attitude, it seemed her love would now be poured entirely into their child.
"I'm fine. I'm very well."
Su Jinxiu wasn't just saying that to comfort Liu Nanfeng; she genuinely felt good. She hadn't transferred her own strength to the baby, partly out of concern for the child's life, and partly because with the impending great era, she needed her own means of self-protection. If she couldn't protect herself, how could she protect her child? This was something they had discussed beforehand, which was why Liu Nanfeng had agreed to her taking the Fetal Nurturing Grass.
"Is the baby okay?" Su Jinxiu asked again, her gaze constantly drawn to the doorway.
"She's fine, she's very well. Don't worry," Liu Nanfeng reassured her again.
He then sensed Su Jinxiu's spiritual power returning, a normal phenomenon as the effects of the Fetal Nurturing Grass had completely worn off.
At that moment, Yu Huilan finally entered with the baby, followed by the others.
"Mom, let me see the baby," Su Jinxiu struggled to sit up, and Liu Nanfeng quickly helped her.
"Slowly, there's no need to rush. She's doing very well."
Yu Huilan stepped forward and handed the infant to her.
Su Jinxiu gently took the baby, careful not to hurt the little one. Gazing at the tiny person in her arms, Su Jinxiu felt an overwhelming surge of love that almost burst from her chest, a feeling she had never experienced before.
The connection of blood, a warmth spreading through her limbs, made her feel lightheaded. But she held on, finding the baby beautiful in every way. A smile involuntarily curved her lips, radiating happiness.
Gugu watched her intently. She felt that Aunt Su looked so beautiful, so lovely, like… like her own mother. Missing her mother, Gugu's expression turned somber as she lowered her head.
At that moment, she felt a gentle hand placed on her head, light and warm. Gugu curiously lifted her neck, seeing Liu Nanfeng looking down at her with a warm smile.
"My little treasure, your name will be Jin Hua. Liu Jin Hua."
"She's Jin Hua sister," the little carp piped up immediately upon hearing this.
She hadn't realized her voice was a bit too loud, startling Liu Jin Hua awake. She opened her round, clear eyes, like ink dots, exquisitely beautiful. She relaxed her tightly clenched fists and stretched out her tiny fingers. She yawned, as if waking from a good dream, and her small mouth moved.
Su Jinxiu looked worried and quickly asked Yu Huilan, "Is she hungry?"
"Don't worry, she just moved her mouth. If she were really hungry, she'd be crying," Yu Huilan explained with a smile.
"I'm a first-time mother with no experience, you have to teach me," Su Jinxiu said sheepishly.
"She must be craving something. I have a lollipop, I can give it to her," the little carp said confidently, thinking she was being clever.
"Haha, she can't eat lollipops yet," Su Jinxiu laughed.
"Can she play with us then? Swing on the swing, play hide-and-seek?"
"Of course not, she's still so small. She'll have to wait until she's a bit older."
"Sigh~ This isn't allowed, that isn't allowed either. It seems being a baby isn't much fun either," the little carp sighed, her small face full of contemplation, which amused everyone.
Perhaps it was the general laughter that infected her, for Liu Jin Hua actually smiled, a faint smile gracing her lips.
"Her smile is just like yours," Liu Nanfeng commented, touched.
The infant bore a strong resemblance to Su Jinxiu, yet her eyebrows echoed Liu Nanfeng's features; she was a perfect blend of both. When the baby's gaze fell upon Liu Nanfeng, she seemed excited, moving her limbs as if recognizing him.
"Hello, Liu Jin Hua, welcome to this world. I am your father, Liu Nanfeng. We will get along well from now on. Little Jin Hua, you must grow up quickly."
Looking at the infant before him, Liu Nanfeng's heart was filled with tenderness. He reached out a finger and gently touched her soft, pink cheek.
"Yes, grow up quickly so you can play with sister," the little carp added. It seemed she had already embraced her role as a sister.
He hoped they would get along well in the future.
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