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Zhuang Xuejun lightly pressed her lips, somewhat worried, "Is there something wrong with the grapes?"

"No, just a bit sour." Third Chicken said with a half-smile.

Xia Weibao touched her nose, "This is a new foreign variety, specifically for treating morning sickness. Back when my morning sickness was severe, and I didn’t like applesauce, Lu Hualiang searched for a long time before finding this variety of grapes.

We airfreighted some back every day. When I was vomiting badly before, I really liked eating them. Now that it’s not as bad, they taste very sour.

Everyone finds them too sour to eat, but I didn’t expect you to enjoy them so much."

The grapes in Zhuang Xuejun’s hand fell onto the table. She became a bit flustered, pulling at the corners of her lips, and reached for the purple grapes Third Chicken was eating.

"Really? I think they’re all about the same. Maybe my appetite’s been off these days, so I didn’t notice the sourness."

After tasting one purple grape, she found it tasteless.

Afraid that Xia Weibao would press the issue, she skillfully changed the subject.

"Morning sickness typically disappears after three months. Why did yours last so long?"

"My situation is special, not in good health. Even at five months, I was still vomiting."

"Vomiting for so long must be very tough."

Xia Weibao sighed gently, then tenderly touched her stomach, "It is challenging, but for these three little ones, it is worth it."

Zhuang Xuejun’s expression softened, "Yes, for the children, any hardship is worth it."

Her hand, which was resting on her thigh, discreetly moved to her own stomach, seemingly adjusting her clothes, but in reality, softly caressed her belly.

It’s worth it.

No matter how tough, it is worth it.

After chatting for a while, it was already noon, and Housekeeper Fu came to say that lunch was ready and invited them to dine.

Third Chicken quickly tossed the grapes and helped Xia Weibao up.

Housekeeper Fu also walked over, standing on the other side, carefully watching.

His tense posture suggested that he was prepared to support Xia Weibao at any moment if she became unsteady.

Watching from behind, Zhuang Xuejun unconsciously showed a hint of envy.

Having someone around during pregnancy to care for you — truly a blessing.

Entering the dining room, they saw the long table filled with various delicious dishes.

But the food was divided into two sides.

A portion was set in front of Xia Weibao, while another portion was placed on the other side, using different dishes to differentiate.

"Miss Zhuang, your seat is here."

Housekeeper Fu’s words brought Zhuang Xuejun back to reality. She smiled lightly and said thanks before taking her seat.

After Xia Weibao sat down, she beamed, "I’m pregnant, so I have to eat pregnancy meals. I can’t dine with you all."

Zhuang Xuejun just smiled, then glanced at the food before her; although not pregnancy meals, there was nothing that pregnant women couldn’t eat.

She had already checked online about what is and isn’t safe for pregnant women to eat.

The three chatted while eating, but Zhuang Xuejun had a poor appetite and didn’t eat much.

As they were finishing up, a servant brought out the dessert.

It seemed to be fish-based and had a fishy smell; Zhuang Xuejun felt her stomach churn and quickly covered her mouth as she rushed to the bathroom.

Everyone was caught off guard.

Once they realized, Housekeeper Fu and the maid hurriedly chased after her.

Xia Weibao also stood up, and Third Chicken supported her as they followed.

Zhuang Xuejun shut herself in the bathroom, vomiting violently.

When she came out, she found everyone standing at the bathroom door.

Her face, already pale, grew even whiter, looking a bit helpless.

She forced a smile, "Sorry, can’t stand the smell. Why did everyone come over? Please go back and continue eating."

Xia Weibao moved forward sternly, grabbed her hand, and checked her pulse.

Then her eyes suddenly widened, "You’re pregnant?!"