novelraw Chapter 1340 - 884: Satisfied
Chapter 1340 - 884: Satisfied
One more Chapter.
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"Yes, Zhou Mikang, you need to wake up quickly to handle the current affairs. The elders must be particularly troubled now, worrying about my health, wanting to persuade me yet fearing my resentment might affect my health. If they don’t persuade, they’re worried about accidents. If they constantly live in this worry, their health will also suffer.
As the younger generation, I can only compromise, but then I feel uncomfortable. If I feel uncomfortable, then your son and daughter will too. If you care about us, wake up quickly..."
Chuxia mumbled while staring at Zhou Mikang’s fingers. In movies and TV shows, as long as the female protagonist confesses her feelings, the male protagonist usually starts by moving his fingers, then wakes up...
Unfortunately, after staring for a long time, the Division Commander Tongzi’s fingers remained still.
Helpless, Chuxia could only grab his hand and continue massaging it: "I’m activating your blood flow, dispersing the congestion. Once the energy and blood circulate, you’ll naturally wake up..."
"Hmm, not bad, that’s the right thing to do." The old doctor who came in praised, nodding with approval, "Keep massaging him like this frequently; it’s beneficial. The feet and legs can also be massaged this way."
Zhou Hanliang quickly moved to the foot of the bed to help massage the Division Commander Tongzi’s calves.
After checking Zhou Mikang’s condition, Director Xun’s smile deepened: "Very good, the patient’s body is recovering very fast. At this rate, he’ll definitely wake up in a day or two."
Chuxia quickly thanked him: "Thank you."
"You are..." Director Xun observed her, "Xiao Zhou’s wife?"
"Yes, I am his wife..." Chuxia nodded, "I didn’t know about my husband’s injury before, or I would have come to take care of him sooner."
"Very well, in principle, having you by his side is better. Initially, I suggested this, but his father rejected it, saying your current condition wasn’t suitable for such a role.
It seems they underestimated you..." Director Xun smiled warmly at her, "Being able to control your emotions so well, they really underestimated you."
"Thank you for the compliment." As soon as Chuxia finished speaking, urgent footsteps sounded from outside, followed by a gentle knock on the ward door, "It’s definitely my parents," Chuxia looked at Director Xun for permission, "Can a few people come in together?"
"No problem, as long as it’s not more than ten people..." Director Xun smiled, "I mentioned that the patient’s body is recovering very well. The reason for not exceeding ten is because too many people would make it crowded and unsuitable, right?"
With the doctor’s approval, Zhou Hanliang naturally didn’t wait for Chuxia to act; he swiftly moved to the door to open it. Zhao Yulan and Lin Baohe’s heads popped in, faces filled with nervousness and hesitation...
Zhou Hanliang quickly said: "Uncle, Aunt, come in. The doctor says it’s okay."
Zhao Yulan and Lin Baohe hurried to the bedside, anxiously asking, "Xia, what’s going on with Xiaomi?"
"Dad, Mom, don’t worry, he’ll be okay. He’s just being lazy now, but he’ll definitely wake up in a day or two..." Chuxia reassured them while introducing the smiling Director Xun standing to the side, "This is Zhou Mikang’s attending physician. If you don’t believe me, you can ask Director Xun directly."
"Yes, the patient will wake up in the next two days, and upon waking, there won’t be any aftereffects. I’ve been monitoring the patient’s condition these days, and I’m confident in my assessment."
"That’s good, that’s good..." Lin Baohe said, stepping forward to tightly shake Director Xun’s hand, "Director, please take extra care. My son-in-law is a good man and nothing should happen to him."
"Dad..." Chuxia looked at her father helplessly, not knowing what to say.
"I understand, I understand..." Director Xun smiled at her, "Your father cares about you and, of course, your husband too. You need to understand his feelings."
Lin Baohe quickly chimed in: "Director Xun, you’re really amazing. I’m equally concerned about my daughter and son-in-law, but since my daughter’s abilities aren’t as strong as my son-in-law’s, I definitely have to think about her more."
"Dad..." Chuxia protested, "In what way am I not as good as him? Sure, we have different family backgrounds and environments growing up, and it’s normal that I’m not like him, but that doesn’t mean I, originally, am inferior to him."
"Alright alright, both you and Xiaomi are amazing, both are amazing. Dad was wrong, Dad was wrong..."
Chuxia: "..." Dad, anyone can see your perfunctory attitude.
Director Xun laughed heartily: "Very good, the more harmonious the family relationships are, the better for the patient’s recovery. Why don’t you all stay with him for a while? If you need anything, come to my office."
"Thank you." Chuxia hurriedly stood up to see him off, but Director Xun waved her down, "No need for formalities, the pregnant woman is the priority now, just stay seated."
"I’ll see him off." Zhou Hanliang said as he opened the hospital room door, gesturing as an invitation.
Director Xun shook his head in amusement and slipped out of the ward.
"Do Grandma and Grandpa know about this?"
"We haven’t told them. Sister-in-law Yin whispered it to us, and we weren’t clear on what was happening, so we didn’t dare tell Grandma and Grandpa. But given the current situation, telling them might actually reassure them.
Ah..." Zhao Yulan sighed heavily, "You have no idea how worried they’ve been lately. They didn’t dare to show it in front of you, but when you’re not around, those two often sigh while talking."
"I noticed..." Chuxia shrugged helplessly, "But I wasn’t sure of the situation, and I didn’t want to offer empty comfort. Luckily, it’s confirmed that my initial guess was somewhat reliable."
"Is Commissar Zhou back temporarily?" Lin Baohe looked at Zhou Hanliang and asked with confusion.
"We’ve already returned to City A. I’m here specifically to visit the Division Commander." Zhou Hanliang said with a bitter smile, "Otherwise, Sister-in-law wouldn’t have run into me."
"So Qiliang is back too?" Zhao Yulan asked quickly.
Chuxia slapped her own head in secret, wondering why she hadn’t thought to ask this. Ah, it’s because of lying in bed with this guy, her thinking has become muddled.
"Qiliang is back, he’s doing well, don’t worry." Zhou Hanliang paused before adding, "Oh right, I should tell you some good news. This time back, Qiliang has been promoted and is now a platoon leader."
"Really?" Zhao Yulan exclaimed with joy, but her eyes soon clouded with worry, "Was he injured as well?"
"No, no. He performed exceptionally well during the mission, so he was promoted upon return. Of course, this was already decided by the Division Commander before. The moment I got back, I submitted the promotion list. I expect the approval has come through today. Consider this an early celebration from me."
Zhao Yulan happily slapped her thigh, "That’s great, eldest brother and sister-in-law will surely be thrilled. Now, they can confidently bring Xiaoqiong home. Originally, the couple was worried Qiliang wasn’t developing as well as Xiaoqiong and might not be a match for her."
"Mom, doesn’t your leg hurt?" Her mother’s crisp smack made her legs involuntarily shiver.
"This child..." Zhao Yulan smiled helplessly at her daughter, "I’m just happy. Although Xiaomi is injured, he will recover quickly. Maybe he’ll even be able to see the baby born, which exceeds our original expectations and is worth celebrating, right?
And with your brother’s promotion, your eldest uncle and aunt can go to the Luo family to propose, and maybe the wedding can even be held this year. That’s something to celebrate, isn’t it?"
"It is something to celebrate, it is..." Chuxia said with a laugh as she glanced at her mother’s leg. If there are many more good news, her mom will probably end up bruising her thigh from all the slapping.
"In-laws, you’re here too?" Zhou Jingping pushed open the door and entered, seeing Zhao Yulan and Lin Baohe. There was immediate guilt in his eyes, "I’m sorry, I handled this poorly and made you worry."
"Big brother, don’t say that. We understand, you were also worried about Chuxia’s health. Actually, our concerns are the same, but this child is quite unexpected, hehe..."
"Yeah..." Zhou Jingping looked at Chuxia with approval, "This child always surprises us. Whatever achievements she accomplishes in the future, I won’t be surprised anymore.
Not to mention Old Master Qi, so many have pleaded with him for things to no avail, yet this child, she just becomes his apprentice. Her grandpa was so happy when he heard the news that he’d boast about it to anyone he met. As a result, many elders now steer clear whenever they see Old Master Qi coming."
Chuxia deliberately put on a wry face, "Dad, from what you’re saying, aren’t I disrupting everyone’s unity and stability?"
"No worries, it’s the kind of disruption we aren’t afraid of..." Zhou Jingping said as he walked to the bedside and slapped Zhou Mikang’s leg, "Xiaomi, you have a good eye, wake up quickly, or else someone might steal your wife away, and you’ll be left with nowhere to cry."
Everyone: "..." Is this something a father should say...?
"This kid, sometimes you need to startle him. With a bit of urgency, he might just wake up..." Zhou Jingping couldn’t help but sigh, "This situation has happened more than once with him. Hopefully, this will be the last time."
The smile on Chuxia’s face involuntarily faded. From what she knew of events, this was just the beginning. Hopefully, it truly will be the last.
"Where did Dad go?" She looked up and saw her father leave the ward, then turned to Zhao Yulan and asked, "Did he go to inform Grandma and Grandpa?"
Zhao Yulan nodded, "Yes, the two elders are constantly worried about Xiaomi’s safety. Letting them come and see for themselves will truly set their minds at ease." (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)