Chapter 2 — The day I gave birth to my two children, I gave birth to myself again

When I was pushed out of the operating room, my mother also ran over. As soon as she saw me, her face immediately turned white.

“Duong Duong, are you in a lot of pain?”

I shook my head. How can it not be painful? The incision hurts. Uterine contractions are painful. The heart hurts even more. But I couldn't just lie there in pain. I looked at Giang Chanh.

“Have you saved the video yet?”

Giang Chanh nodded, his eyes as puffy as two walnuts.

"Saved it. I also recorded the screen of the post. The owner also posted a few more photos, including a clear photo of the wedding table."

She gave me the phone. The wedding board clearly states: Groom: Co Dinh Xuyen Bride: To Man Date: June 18 Location: Bach Hop Hall, 3rd floor, Duyet Lan Hotel. I stared at the three words "Co Dinh Xuyen". Exactly the same name on my marriage certificate. Not a single mistake. He really has big guts. My mother's hand suddenly trembled.

“What is it all about?”

I said softly:

“Mom, don't ask now.”

“So where is it?”

“Going for a drink.”

Mom's eyes were red, she immediately took out the phone to call. I held my hand back.

“Don't call.”

“Duong Duong, he bullied you to this extent and you still want to protect him?”

“I didn't protect him.”

I looked at the photo on my phone. Standing next to Co Dinh Xuyen is his mother, Trieu Tu Lan. She wore a dark red cheongsam, a flower pin with the words "Mother of the Groom" on her chest, and smiled so much that the corners of her mouth almost stretched to her ears. The day I gave birth by cesarean section. She didn't come. She became mother-in-law at someone else's wedding. I calmly said:

"Let him finish serving the wine. The more tables he invites, the more witnesses he will have."

My mother was stunned. Giang Chanh was also stunned. I won't explain further. Because at that moment, the nurse pushed the two babies over. Two tiny diapers lay side by side next to me. The older sister opened her eyes first. The younger brother still frowned. I bowed my head and looked at the two children.

“Be good, you two, mom is very busy right now.”

Giang Chanh burst into tears again.

“I... I just gave birth...”

“Once you give birth, you have to make up your mind.”

I can't wait. Co Dinh Xuyen dared to choose the exact day I gave birth to hold the wedding. That proves... He planned it in advance. I think I will have to go into the operating room. Honestly, I can't get out of bed. I don't have the strength to make a fuss anymore. Standardization everyone will say:

"The mother has just given birth and her mood is unstable. Let's rest first."

But he miscalculated one thing. My sister is someone who surfs the internet faster than anyone. One o'clock in the afternoon. Finally, Co Dinh Xuyen also video called me. I told Giang Chanh to carry the two children away before pressing the button to listen. On screen, he changed his shirt to another shirt. There's still a little bit of foundation on the collar. Behind the left ear is a red streak. Exactly like the lipstick mark left by the bride's hug. He looked very tired, but his voice was still gentle as if nothing had ever happened.

"Duong Duong, have you given birth? You have worked so hard. Is it a boy or a girl?"

I looked him straight in the face.

“Dragon and phoenix.”

He smiled.

"So good. So good. Our Co family is truly blessed."

“When will you come?”

"The guests here haven't returned yet. I'll probably be able to come over tonight."

“Do your customers still have to glass their tea?”

The smile on his face immediately stiffened.

“What do you mean?”

"Nothing. Just asking."

He He quickly regained his composure.

"Duong Duong, you just gave birth, don't think too much. Is Giang Chanh with you? Tell her to take good care of you. I'll come over later."

Right before the call ended, a red background suddenly flashed across the edge of the screen. On it is a bright yellow word "Happy". I immediately took a screenshot. Then one more photo. Giang Chanh gritted his teeth and cursed softly:

“He considers his entire family to be idiots.”

I looked at two photos.

“No rush.”

Giang Chanh looked at me.

“You... are you still going to hold back?”

I raised my head.

“Now I'm going to Duyet Lan hotel.”

“But can I come in?”

"The owner of the post is still posting photos, proving that the wedding hasn't ended yet. I found someone to post, said I was the bride's colleague, had just arrived and wanted to attend, then tried to blend in."

Giang Chanh nodded, took his bag and immediately left. My mother quickly stopped me.

“Your sister just finished surgery, where are you going?”

I spoke up:

“Mom, just let her go.”

Mom looked at me. Her eyes were filled with only pain.

“Duong Duong... what do you want to do?”

I gently stroked the bandage on my stomach. The anesthetic has worn off. The pain becomes more and more intense. I slowly replied:

“I just want to know... today, how many people are dressed neatly and happily watching my husband marry my colleague.”

Two hours later. Giang Chanh returned. She brought with her more than forty videos. First paragraph. It's the scene where Co Dinh Xuyen and To Man offer tea. To Man knelt on the cushion, holding a cup of tea with both hands.

“Mom, please have some tea.”

Trieu Tu Lan smiled brightly and took it, then gave her a thick red envelope.

"Good child, from now on you are the daughter-in-law of the Co family."

Hearing the four words "daughter-in-law of the Co family", I felt like someone was pressing hard on the incision. Second video. It is a speech by Co Dinh Xuyen. He said:

"Man Man and I have known each other for three years. Getting to where we are today was not easy. Thank you for always understanding and waiting for me."