But these weren't matters that could be settled in a word or two; they required discussion. That's why Gu'er hadn't gone into detail with Li Zhi on the phone, saying they'd discuss everything once they returned.
Li Zhi and Feng Ling, along with Dingzi and Marina, were scheduled to return from Russia on the fifth day of the third lunar month. At that moment, however, Gu'er was gritting her teeth, at the mercy of Jiji.
Why?
Because Jiji had started teething. A tiny white tip was poking through, and when he nursed, the pain was excruciating. It hurt so much every time that Gu'er wanted to cry.
Several times, her nipple was bitten raw and started bleeding. Worried about infection, Gu'er would apply anti-inflammatory cream, but before it could heal, the baby would be hungry again. She'd have to wash the area with warm water first, and the sensation was unbearable.
But every time she looked at her baby's adorable face, Gu'er would feel an immense sense of contentment.
