MSISAS |Chapter 11: Visiting the Wards

“It’s still early. Want to accompany me to visit the wards?” “Sure!” Xu Qing gently patted Lu Xianzhi’s head. Cute. Lu Xianzhi walked beside Xu Qing. The taller one would slow down their pace while the shorter one chattered away beside them. The nurses passing by would look at them with envy. “Dr. Xu has a girlfriend! And she’s so pretty!” Though Xu Qing wasn’t very talkative, she would respond to everything. She didn’t find Lu Xianzhi bothersome. 302: “Sir, how are you feeling today?” “Much better. Today my wife even pushed me outside to enjoy the sun.” Xu Qing’s smile was radiant. “That’s good to hear.” “Hahaha, yes, this old man is getting on in years. By the way, Xiao Xu, do you have a partner? Want me to introduce someone to you?” Xu Qing touched her head. “I have one.” The old man smiled and patted Xu Qing’s shoulder, saying, “That’s good. Young people should boldly pursue what they like.” Xu Qing’s conversation with the old man was overheard by Lu Xianzhi outside the door. In fact, she heard everything. Inside, Xu Qing looked youthful and refined under the sunlight. This beautiful atmosphere made Lu Xianzhi’s face flush red. She mumbled softly, “Quite popular, aren’t you.” Xu Qing bade farewell to the old man with a smile and turned the corner, bumping into Lu Xianzhi. Instinctively, Xu Qing embraced Lu Xianzhi. “Oh, that hurts.” Xu Qing bent down, “Lift your face so I can see, is it red?” Lu Xianzhi raised her face, her nose was bright red from the bump, and her eyes were filled with tears. Xu Qing blew gently on it and rubbed Lu Xianzhi’s head, “Why are you so accident-prone? Does it hurt?” “Hmph, it doesn’t hurt!” “If it hurts, you need to say it.” “It doesn’t hurt, it doesn’t hurt, it doesn’t hurt!” Xu Qing gently pinched her nose tip, and Lu Xianzhi winced from the pain, “Oh! It hurts!” Xu Qing: “That’s right, if it hurts, say it.” Lu Xianzhi: “Don’t say I’m accident-prone!” “Alright.” Xu Qing held Lu Xianzhi’s hand, “Come on, let’s apply some ointment.” “It’s really fine!” “Really fine?” “Yes, no need for ointment.” “Alright, but don’t blame me if it still hurts.” “Okay, you go ahead and visit the wards.” “How about you come in with me?” “But I’m worried…” “It’s okay, they’re all very friendly.” “Alright then!” This room housed a little boy, with his friends and family by his side. “How is it? Did Pipi cough at night?” The boy’s mother smiled at Xu Qing, “He’s much better now.” “Pipi, do you want to go out and play today?” “Can I really?” Pipi looked at Xu Qing expectantly. “Of course you can.” “Who is this pretty sister?” “This? She’s my girlfriend.” “Wow, so she’s big brother’s girlfriend!” Xu Qing smiled and patted Pipi’s head. Lu Xianzhi couldn’t join in the conversation but was worried about ruining the kids’ good mood. So she let Xu Qing talk as she pleased. Lu Xianzhi leaned towards Xu Qing, stood on her toes, and whispered in Xu Qing’s ear, “Just you wait, Xu Qing.” Xu Qing turned to look at her, “Oh? I’m looking forward to it, Xiao Zhi.” Lu Xianzhi restrained her impulsiveness, clenched her fists, and after calming down, turned to chat with Pipi. After coming out: “Xu Qing! My thin-skinned face is gone!” “Oh?” “How could you say that in front of the child!” “So, you want me to say it privately?” “No! How can you misunderstand so much?” Xu Qing: “I scored 132 in language.” Lu Xianzhi: “Shameless.” Watching Lu Xianzhi storm off angrily, Xu Qing laughed and quickly caught up. It’s still early, only ten thirty. After returning to the office, Xu Qing was browsing through the medical records. Lu Xianzhi sat bored on the couch. Xu Qing: “Bored?” “Yes,” sounding pitiful. Xu Qing picked up her phone, “Have you had breakfast?” “No!” Rumbling stomach. “Hahaha.” Xu Qing laughed good-naturedly. Lu Xianzhi puffed her cheek on one side, “No laughing! It’s your fault, and you’re still laughing!” Xu Qing: “Blame me? What do you want to eat?” Lu Xianzhi: “Mango cake, and milk tea! It has to be taro balls and mochi, with three parts sugar!” Xu Qing: “You’re different from other actresses.” “Actresses are people too! And I’m not happy now, it’s your fault!” “Yes, my fault.” Xu Qing placed the order. Lu Xianzhi hugged a pillow, her head bobbing as if about to fall asleep. Yes, she’s a little lazy pig after all! Little lazy pigs don’t get up so early! It looked like she was about to fall asleep. Xu Qing raised her gaze and looked over, “Hey.” Xu Qing sat beside Lu Xianzhi and let her lean her head over. The sound of soft breathing reached Xu Qing’s ears; her little darling was asleep. Xu Qing carefully continued working nearby, the sound of rustling pages, a very comforting noise. Before long, the delivery arrived. As soon as the delivery person entered, Xu Qing put a finger to her lips, “Shh.” The delivery person encountered a sweet scene right upon entering. Xu Qing couldn’t bear to wake her up and let her sleep a bit longer, only waking her up when the milk tea was about to cool. “Darling, wake up. If the milk tea gets cold, it won’t taste good anymore.” Lu Xianzhi awoke hazily, rubbing her eyes and looking adorably milk-eyed, still groggy. Naturally, she didn’t quite catch what Xu Qing said. “Milk tea?” Xu Qing gazed at her, “Yes, I bought you milk tea.” She helped Lu Xianzhi open it, then brought it to her lips. Anyone would think she was being pampered like a daughter. Lu Xianzhi obediently drank, a small bundle that made one want to hold her close. Finally, the restart was a success. “Hm, what time is it now?” “It’s eleven.” “I can’t finish my lunch now, but my big meal can’t run away!” “Mm, I’ll pick you up for dinner.” “Okay.” “What do you want to eat? Let me know later.” “Mm.” Lu Xianzhi lingered for a while and only left after finishing the meal. Xu Qing ordered herself some takeout, quickly ate a bit, and then went to work.