In the blink of an eye, half a month had passed.

During this time, Frank was constantly by Ava's side, rarely leaving her alone. At night, while waiting for her to fall asleep, he would send messages to Grace, seeking help with handling some company matters.

Tomorrow is the start of school, and before that, Frank planned to take the little girl for a comprehensive check-up at the medical center.

Bright and early, Frank accompanied Ava to the medical center, where they initiated a series of examinations, including blood tests, urine analysis, and an ultrasound.

As Frank perused the extensive list of tests, his brow furrowed in concern, examining each item meticulously. It wasn't until Ava underwent the blood draw that his expression turned grim. With each tube of blood drawn from the young girl's arm and deposited into the nurse's collection box, Frank's face darkened. He looked pained, his heart aching for Ava as he witnessed her discomfort during the procedure.

"Are all of these necessary? Are you sure they're all useful?" Frank blurted out subconsciously.

The nurse, taken aback by the query, instinctively glanced up. Was this person joking? Why would they draw blood if it wasn't necessary, for a keepsake perhaps? However, upholding the medical center's professional decorum, she politely responded, "All these tests are required. Each tube contains samples for different specific examinations." With that explanation, Frank found himself at a loss for further words. Gently pressing the cotton onto Ava's arm, he helped her up from the seat. Before leaving, he stole one last glance at the five tubes of blood belonging to the young girl, neatly arranged in the box.

Ava observed the furrowed brows of the man around her, feeling quite concerned. "It's okay, it doesn't hurt at all, | don't feel a thing," she reassured him, her worry evident.

Frank remained silent, pressing his lips together, guiding her to proceed with the other tests.

They arrived at the entrance of the ultrasound room.

Both stood there, awaiting the doctor's call from within. Ava, wearing a mask, held Frank's hand, feeling the perspiration in her palm. She hoped fervently that there wouldn't be any issues with the child. She was overly anxious, hoping to avoid any unforeseen complications. Sensing her tension, Frank noticed, gently squeezing her neck and softly rubbing it to comfort her.

"Don't be nervous, I'll be with you inside," he reassured.

Ava tried to force a smile, pointing at the few words embarrassedly written at

own place." During their conversation, a

hospital staff noticed Frank but

doctor spoke up, "Could you help your girlfriend take off one leg of her pants?" Ava, who had already educated herself on this procedure,

though she felt a bit embarrassed, the difference

Frank calmly clarified, "She's not my girlfriend, she's my wife." The doctor glanced up at

being a mother. The more tests you undergo, the more

both your hands into fists and place them under your buttocks," the doctor

catch onto this detail; she merely heard the term "ultrasound" and shook her head in confirmation, "I've only had blood tests." However, Frank, squinting at the screen, couldn't help but ask, "Two?" As the doctor tidied up, the receptionist next to them was still inputting data. The doctor gestured to Frank to assist Ava in putting her pants back on. "Get dressed. It's twins. Twins are

Frank had fully grasped the mention of twins. Even with one child, Ava was already quite

had taken the paperwork, the doctor shook

stunned. Follow the doctor's advice." Frank regained his composure and expressed gratitude, "Thank you," taking the paperwork and guiding Ava out of the

rustling of the

myriad of emotions surged within. Excitement, surprise, concern, and anticipation, all blended together and flooded their

examination room, the two remained momentarily silent, simply locking eyes. As they gazed at each other, Ava broke into a smile. Initially planning to give birth to just one child for Frank, she was now faced with the delightful surprise of

her

do you think they'll be two boys, two girls, or perhaps a boy and a girl? Which combination do you prefer?" The old Ava might have been leaping for joy, but now she was quiet, cautious,

if the umbrella's numerous holes had

his voice soft and sincere, saying, "I love you." Upon hearing this, the young girl's grip around Frank's waist tightened more and more. Internally, she felt fulfilled and

"Baby Ava, relax, don't be nervous." Ava replied confidently, "I won't be nervous with you here." In reality, Frank was just as nervous as Ava if not more. He concealed his nerves well, however, fearing

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