The incident started because Nianyang had just completed the final potion test and, while waiting for the results with the experts, didn't notice the obstacle at her feet and accidentally tripped.
Her lower back hit the counter, and a sharp pain surged through her. Her face turned white, and she didn't have time to cry out in pain before she felt a warm trickle.
Nianyang didn't understand obstetrics, but she understood the basic principles.
In the final days of a pregnancy, as the baby is about to be born, the expectant mother experiences regular contractions before the water breaks.
This is one of the key signs of imminent delivery and cannot be skipped.
But she broke her water without any contractions, and such premature leakage would leave the child unprotected.
Panic surged in Nianyang's heart as she felt her belly contract quickly. The experts beside her realized what was happening and immediately called for a doctor.
