Black Bellied President Dotes on Wife Chapter 1655 - The daughter’s surname is Jing

Zuo Jia found Fu Rongting's peculiar habit a bit vexing, yet her shyness didn't lead to outright rejection.

She entwined her arms around his waist, whispering the endearing term "brother" into his ear, which caused Fu Rongting's resolve to weaken considerably.

The man's heart nearly melted.

If Zuo Jia weren't expecting a child, he would have disregarded all consequences to satisfy his desires.

However, he could only indulge in a limited manner for now.

Fortunately, his exceptional willpower prevented him from succumbing to the temptation of such close intimacy with his wife.

Following the completion of a mission, Fu Rongting found himself once again immersed in a period of tranquil retirement.

Zuo Jia was experiencing a bout of morning sickness, and the pregnancy was taking a toll on her energy. Fu Rongting, therefore, dedicated himself to preparing a variety of dishes for her daily.

His culinary skills showed remarkable improvement, allowing him to transform even the most commonplace vegetables into delectable and appealing meals.

Ever since her pregnancy, Zuo Jia had developed an aversion to drinking plain water. Fu Rongting made sure to prepare fresh juice for her each day, only feeling at ease when he saw her consume it.

The days spent in each other's company passed swiftly. One day, while accompanying Zuo Jia for a prenatal check-up, Fu Rongting encountered Lou Ziling as they exited the hospital.

Lou Ziling was seen hurrying into the hospital, cradling a bundle of baby clothes.

"Has Jing Xi given birth?" Zuo Jia inquired, unable to contain her curiosity.

"It seems so," Fu Rongting responded with a nod, inferring from Lou Ziling's joyful demeanor.

Inside a luxurious ward at the hospital, Jing Xi rested on a pristine white bed, a newborn swaddled beside her.

Jing Yichen and Shangguan Ning were both present, and even Jing Rui and Jing Zhi had temporarily set aside their work to visit their sister and newborn niece.

Jing Zhi, having no prior experience with infants, grew impatient after some time, as his niece had yet to stir.

"Xixi, why is she still asleep? Is something wrong with her?"

Jing Xi shot him a glare. "You're the one acting foolishly! My baby is perfectly healthy! Newborns sleep a lot; they're just uncultured!"

Jing Zhi stroked his chin thoughtfully. "I haven't had a child myself, so how would I know?" he mused.

Jing Xi, initially intending to reprimand him, felt a pang of sympathy upon hearing his admission.

"Why don't I give my baby to you to raise? Then you'll have a daughter!" she declared, her voice tinged with a hint of challenge as she looked up.

Before Jing Zhi could voice his refusal, Lou Ziling interjected, "Absolutely not! I do not agree!"

This was his daughter, and he would never consent to giving her away, not even to Jing Xi's cousin!

Shangguan Ning gently held her daughter's hand and said with a smile, "Don't worry, Xixi. Your second brother and sister-in-law will have children soon. Your sister-in-law is quite knowledgeable in this area; she's already confident she can resolve the issue within a year."

"Really?"

Jing Xi's expression shifted from surprise to delight, her recent anxieties finally beginning to dissipate.

"You've been in the hospital for several days now. Aren't you planning to go home?"

Jing Rui surveyed the hospital room, concluding that it would be best for his sister to return home.

Lou Ziling gazed tenderly at his wife and daughter on the bed and softly uttered, "Yes, Xixi, let's head home. Both your condition and the baby's have stabilized."

During childbirth, Jing Xi had faced a critical situation, and the infant's breathing had been alarmingly weak at birth, necessitating a concerted effort from the medical team to ensure her survival.

Consequently, Jing Xi harbored a persistent fear of losing her daughter again, which led her to remain in the hospital against suggestions to leave.

However, the baby had been feeding and sleeping well for the past couple of days, and the doctor confirmed her robust health, deeming her fit for discharge.

Jing Xi hesitated momentarily but ultimately declined the invitation to leave.

"It's more comfortable here. Let's remain until the baby is a month old before we discharge!"

After planting a kiss on her daughter's forehead, Jing Xi turned to Jing Yichen. "Dad, Ziling and I haven't decided on a name for the baby yet. You're the most learned among us, so please think of a suitable name quickly!"

Since when had he become the most learned person in their eyes?

Jing Yichen met her gaze calmly and proposed, "Let's name her Lou Wenhua."

His suggestion elicited amusement from everyone present, and their hearty laughter was so loud that it actually woke the baby.

Yet, the infant did not cry upon waking; instead, she blinked her large, captivating eyes, resembling plump grapes, and blew adorable bubbles.

Jing Zhi, his curiosity piqued, gently nudged Lou Ziling aside and leaned in close to his niece, playfully cooing, "Little beauty, come give me a kiss!"

Jing Xi nearly choked with laughter, finding her second brother's forwardness almost unbelievable, given his striking looks that could charm even the heavens. Why, she wondered, did he speak with such unbridled boldness?

Surprisingly, the baby, who had been blowing bubbles, offered a smile in his direction, appearing quite fond of him.

"Hahaha, Xixi, your daughter likes me! I'll take her home with me; it's too much of a hardship for her mother to birth her alone!"

Jing Xi rolled her eyes at him. All her previous worries about her second brother remaining childless had been utterly unfounded!

He seemed solely devoted to doting on his wife!

"Xixi, look how adorable she is. Let's call her Lou Cute!"

Jing Zhi’s suggestion was declined by everyone else.

"You're truly the most uncultured!"

Jing Rui chuckled at him. "I think Xixi's child should bear our surname, Jing! Since you're so fair, let's name you Jing Meili!"

"Can't you guys be more dependable?" a name will follow her for her entire life. What's with 'cultured', 'cute', 'pretty'? When she grows up, she'll settle the score with you!"

"Xixi, this is acceptable," Lou Ziling stated earnestly.

"Huh?"

"You're willing to let your daughter be named 'Pretty'?" Jing Xi was taken aback. Regardless of her beauty, she couldn't be named 'Beautiful'!

"No, that's not what I mean. I'm suggesting we can allow our daughter to take your surname."

The Jing family members all turned to Lou Ziling. Jing Yichen asked seriously, "Ziling, are you speaking the truth?"

Lou Ziling nodded. "Dad, Mom, I have given it thought. I will let her take Xixi's surname. She endured great hardship to give birth to the child, so it's fitting for the child to carry her surname."

Jing Zhi regarded Lou Ziling with surprise. He had not anticipated Lou Ziling to be so broad-minded.

As Zheng Yuluo's parents had no son, they had repeatedly expressed a desire for any future child to bear the Zheng surname.

Yet, he had been unwilling and had never consented.

If he were to have a child, that child must adopt his surname!

Jing Zhi looked at Lou Ziling with admiration. Jing Xi truly had a discerning eye for people. She had selected a wonderful husband!

Jing Yichen inquired with concern, "Ziling, do your parents approve of this matter?"

"He will agree," Lou Ziling responded with a smile.

Lou Mingyang would be quite pleased if his granddaughter bore the Jing surname rather than Lou.

Jing Yichen had no comprehension of his significance in Lou Mingyang's heart.

However, given that his granddaughter would be surnamed Jing, Lou Mingyang would undoubtedly compel him and Jing Xi to have another child. The younger one would certainly carry the Lou surname.

Following the confirmation that the child would be named Jing, Jing Yichen found himself needing to be more judicious in selecting the child's given name.

The name itself held little consequence for him, but if the surname was Jing, the child would inevitably interact with the Jing family upon venturing out. It would be unacceptable to be called Jing Wenhua, wouldn't it?

How utterly unpleasant to the ears!

Jing Xi did not ponder this issue excessively. She merely felt that Lou Ziling's affection for her was profound enough to permit the child to adopt her last name.

Her heart grew tender, and she smiled. "Ziling, shall we name her Jinglou! Does that sound pleasing?"