By the time he reached the inner residence, nearly everyone in the Zhang Family had gathered inside and outside the delivery room specially prepared for the three women, bustling about.
His father was pacing in circles outside, his face a mixture of nervousness and joy, his palms repeatedly striking together. His mother was nowhere to be seen. Paul, whom Zhang Tie had arranged to stay by Linda and the others' side, was also waiting outside. Unlike his father's agitation, Paul, who radiated an aura of tranquility, stood quietly with his eyes closed. Only when he saw Zhang Yang arrive did he open them, press a hand to his chest, and give Zhang Yang a slight bow. Zhang Yang nodded back.
"Dad, where's Mom?" Zhang Yang strode over and asked.
"Ah, your mother's inside. Huizhen and the others are in there helping too!" At the sight of Zhang Yang, Zhang Tie's father seemed to settle down slightly.
"How are things in there?"
"There shouldn't be any problem!"
"Then don't be so nervous, Dad. Sit outside for a while. It should be over soon."
"Mm, it's fine. At a time like this, even if you wanted me to sit, I couldn't sit still. Who would've thought that brat Zhang Tie would become a father too!" A smile appeared on Zhang Tie's father's face. The boy he had raised was becoming a father today, and he himself would soon have three more grandsons or granddaughters beneath his knees. It gave him an immense sense of accomplishment. "Oh, right. When was the last time you contacted Zhang Tie? Is he doing well now?"
"He's fine, lively as ever!" Zhang Yang did not reveal all the truths Zhang Tie had told him. As long as Zhang Tie was safe, that was enough. Some things would