Rebirth and making money first

After returning home, Zhang Jing rested for a moment before packing up and resting. Meanwhile, her father-in-law had already driven her grandfather and Ah Chen home safely. The family sat together, discussing matters related to the store.

Zhang Jing was flattered as she accepted the thick stack of documents, including the contract and property ownership certificate. She carefully flipped through them, and saw that the monthly rent was clearly stated to be 4000 yuan, and the designated account for payment was Ah Chen's bank account number.

Grandpa said this was for Ah Chen's safety and asked Zhang Jing to keep it safe. He carefully placed their IDs and other important documents neatly together. As time went by, the family's accumulated property certificates grew larger and larger. Looking at the piles of documents, Zhang Jing couldn't help but ponder: How could she best organize them?

This would not only preserve the items properly, but would also make them easier to find later. After much thought, she couldn't come up with a suitable solution. So, Zhang Jing decided to ask her experienced mother-in-law for advice.

After hearing Zhang Jing's question, the mother-in-law smiled and replied, "We've always used bookcases and safes to store all kinds of documents and books!" Zhang Jing suddenly realized this and slapped her forehead, saying to herself, "Oh, how could I forget such an important thing! No wonder I always feel like something is missing in our new house. It seems like I have to arrange this quickly."

At this moment, Zhang Jing's phone suddenly rang. A glance at the screen showed that it was Uncle Zhang calling. Zhang Jing's heart suddenly jumped, wondering what Uncle Zhang wanted to call at this time.

After the call was connected, I only heard Uncle Zhang say: "Xiao Jing, I have returned to Shenzhen safely. I want to meet you and talk to you about some things in person." Zhang Jing hesitated for a moment, but still agreed readily, and took out a bank card with 30 yuan in it from the drawer, and then hurried out.

The two met at an elegant, romantic Western restaurant. The moment Zhang Jing entered, she spotted Uncle Zhang sitting in the corner. His face was haggard, his eyes bloodshot, and he looked ten years older.

Zhang Jing walked quickly to the table and asked with concern: "Godfather, what's wrong with you? You look so bad, are you feeling unwell?" Uncle Zhang raised his head slightly, forced himself to be cheerful and said: "Xiao Jing, don't worry, godfather is fine, he just hasn't had enough rest recently." However, his heavy breath could hardly conceal his inner fatigue and worry.

Zhang Jing sighed softly and then asked, "Godfather, are they still in Shanghai with Xiaoyu?" Uncle Zhang nodded and replied in a low voice, "Yes, they have been staying in the hospital, taking care of the child."

Zhang Jing frowned and asked anxiously: "What is Xiaoyu's condition like? Has the disease been diagnosed? Is there any way to treat him?" Uncle Zhang slowly lowered his head, rubbed his temples with his hands, and said bitterly: "Alas... Xiaoyu was diagnosed with leukemia. The doctor said that a bone marrow transplant is needed, but after matching, it was found that none of our family members meet the requirements. If we want to save this child, we have to find a suitable bone marrow donor, but this is not easy! Even if we have some money, it won't be of much use at this time." At this point, Uncle Zhang couldn't help but sigh, his face full of despair and helplessness.

Zhang Jing thought for a moment, then suggested, "Godfather, how about we go abroad and ask around? Maybe there's more advanced treatments or drugs out there." Uncle Zhang shook his head helplessly and sighed, "Xiao Jing, I've actually thought of this a long time ago. I've already asked people abroad to inquire around, but foreign experts are just holding a large leukemia research seminar here. They say there's still no particularly effective medication for this disease."

Zhang Jing's heart sank upon hearing this news. After a moment's silence, she asked, "What about Brother Yongle? He's been away from work for so long because of this. I'm afraid that's not going to be a good thing, is it?" Uncle Zhang slammed the table heavily and said angrily, "Who said it wasn't? Yongle has already taken a long leave of absence because of Xiaoyu's illness. If this continues, his work will definitely be affected. That's why I rushed back this time, wanting to take care of things at home first, and then go over to replace Yongle so that he can return to work as soon as possible." After saying this, Uncle Zhang sighed again, tears glistening in his eyes.

"If...the situation gets worse, you must be mentally prepared! After all, your health is the most important thing." Zhang Jing comforted with a worried look on her face.

"I understand. Don't worry, if things really develop to that point, I am already prepared. We can't put all our hopes and responsibilities on just one child. That would be too unfair to the other children!" When Zhang Jing heard this, she instantly realized the implication and felt speechless.

At this moment, Uncle Zhang, who had been silent all this time, suddenly asked, "How are your children doing recently?"

When Zhang Jing mentioned her children, a smile of both helplessness and doting immediately appeared on her face. She said, "Oh, don't mention it. Those two little guys are so naughty. They are getting smarter and smarter now, and they've started to recognize people. They still have a bit of a stubborn temper, like a little donkey, but fortunately they eat and sleep well, and they have a lot of energy! They make as much noise as they want all day long, and no one in the family can control them. I'm the only one who can control them. Sometimes I even have to wonder if I gave them the wrong names in the first place."

After hearing Zhang Jing's description, Uncle Zhang couldn't help laughing and praised her repeatedly, "Haha! What a good boy! Children should be happy and hardworking like this, so they can be full of energy! You must not be too strict with them. They are still young and naive now, but they will naturally become more sensible as they grow older!"

Seeing Uncle Zhang laughing so heartily, Zhang Jing's tense mood relaxed a little. She took out a bank card from her pocket and handed it to Uncle Zhang, saying, "Uncle Zhang, there's some money on this card. Take it and use it."

Uncle Zhang's face darkened upon seeing this, and he quickly waved his hand in refusal, "What are you doing? Take it back now! How can I take your money? Besides, you have children to support!" Zhang Jing said, "Back then, I was almost desperate in Shenzhen. It was you who asked your son and daughter-in-law to help me! Back then, I was just a stranger to you. It was your help that gave me the opportunity to settle down in Shenzhen. Without you, I wouldn't be who I am today!"

"There are only 30 yuan here in total, which is a drop in the bucket compared to the huge medical expenses. But this is also my kindness, please accept it! If you still regard me as your own family, then don't be polite to me! Apart from this, there is nothing I can help with." Zhang Jing said sincerely.

Hearing this, Uncle Zhang's eyes instantly moistened, and he replied with a slightly choked voice: "Okay...Xiao Jing, Uncle Zhang really didn't make a mistake. You are such a kind and good child!"

After a while, when Uncle Zhang finally calmed down, Zhang Jing asked softly, "Uncle Zhang, I heard that in addition to bone marrow transplants, umbilical cord blood can also be used to treat leukemia. Is that right?" As soon as she finished speaking, she saw Uncle Zhang looking at her in surprise. She swallowed unconsciously and continued to explain:

"I remember some couples who, in order to save their seriously ill older children, went to great lengths to conceive again. Nine months later, when the new life arrives, umbilical cord blood or bone marrow could be the key to saving that sick child!"

In fact, Zhang Jing wasn't entirely sure if this method would work. After all, it was just information she'd learned in her past life. But at this moment, she just wanted to comfort Uncle Zhang, who was feeling anxious.

After hearing Zhang Jing's words, Uncle Zhang couldn't wait to ask, "Is this... is this true? Xiaojing, where did you hear this?" Zhang Jing thought for a moment, then slowly replied, "Uncle Zhang, when I gave birth, I noticed that some women in the hospital chose to refrigerate their children's umbilical cord blood. The hospital also promoted this practice at the time, explaining its benefits and uses."

Uncle Zhang immediately asked, "What about your two children?"

Zhang Jing said: "At that time, my family didn't believe it and felt that they were wasting their money. They were afraid of being cheated..."

The light in Uncle Zhang's eyes faded for a moment, but Zhang Jing's next words revived him:

"If Xiaoyu can use the medication to persevere through these long nine months, then shouldn't we consider letting my sister-in-law and I have another child? After all, divorces can be remarried, and I firmly believe that out of their deep love and concern for their son, they will definitely agree, right? Even if they don't get their wish in the end, at least there will be a glimmer of hope and hope."

After hearing this, Uncle Zhang felt uneasy and could no longer sit still. He stood up hastily and said goodbye to Zhang Jing. He quickly stuffed the bank card back into her hand and said, "Xiao Jing, if this is true, I'm going to tell Yongle and the others! This time, it's really thanks to your help. You've saved our entire family! Keep this money and take good care of the children. Godfather, I'm not short of money. I'm leaving now. If you need anything, just call me anytime!"

Watching Uncle Zhang disappear from sight, Zhang Jing clutched the heavy bank card tightly in her hand and couldn't help but let out a long sigh. "I'm sorry! ... There's really no other way. My son's umbilical cord blood is related to his future health. No matter what, I can't just give it to you! So I have to be selfish for once and take care of my own child first. As for the others who are not involved, I can only say sorry!"

In this way, Zhang Jing kept repeating it silently in her heart, trying to strengthen her determination and comfort her troubled heart.

Zhang Zhi came to Zhang Jing again to discuss her plans to give birth in Hong Kong. She'd already had two prenatal checkups, each time leaving her baby with her mother-in-law. She felt overwhelmed and wanted to ask Zhang Jing to look after her. She was worried about her in-laws, so she planned to return after the baby was one month old.

Zhang Jing didn't believe it. "Your parents-in-law are your biological grandparents. How could they abuse your daughter?"

Zhang Zhi sighed and told me about her last prenatal checkup. They forgot to lock the door, and the child went out to look for her mother. She ran to the main road, but was pulled back by an elderly woman from the neighborhood. The elderly woman lived upstairs from her mother-in-law's apartment. She went downstairs every day and had seen her a few times through the iron gate. Otherwise, she wouldn't have known where to find her. When she came back, her grandmother took a clothes hanger and whipped her calf, leaving red marks all over.

"I was so heartbroken at the time, but I couldn't say anything. The child burst into tears the moment she saw me. It broke my heart... Now I really have no other choice, and I don't want the child to suffer. It's only a little over a month anyway, so can you help me take care of her for a month? Don't worry, she doesn't need any special care, she'll eat whatever you eat. Now, the child is traumatized by the mention of her grandmother. She was so scared by the beating last time that she even has nightmares and screams in her sleep."

Zhang Jing had no choice but to agree. But she asked Zhang Zhi to explain it clearly to the child. Otherwise, the child would start to think that her parents didn't want her anymore. After Zhang Zhi agreed, Zhang Jing asked if her mother-in-law would take care of her during the confinement period.

Zhang Zhi curled her lips, saying her mother-in-law didn't care. She gave birth in a public hospital and had already made an appointment. Public hospitals don't allow family members to stay with her in the room, but they allow visitors during the day. She spent a month in the hospital, cared for by professional nurses. "I don't have to suffer, and my mother-in-law doesn't have to suffer either!"

"We're really enjoying Hong Kong's benefits this time. Hong Kong's birth rate is so low that many hospitals have closed their obstetrics and gynecology departments. The last time I went for a prenatal checkup, one doctor only had three appointments for the day. It was such an easy job. It's nothing like here, where 30 or 40 a day is considered a small number."

Zhang Zhi touched her belly and said, "The doctor in Hong Kong told me a long time ago that this baby is a boy. I must give birth to a son to prove myself. Then I'll see how my mother-in-law will react!"