Chapter 180 Ah Gui, Get Out of the Way

Grandpa Zhou accepted Director Qin's offer without hesitation.

Although he could stay at his granddaughter-in-law's house, looking at the still-sleeping Zhong Wan and then at Lin Yan'an, whose expression remained blank but whose worry was undeniable,

Although Grandpa Zhou was also worried about Zhong Wan, he didn't want to cause them any more trouble.

"grandfather."

Upon hearing the old man's words, Lin Yan'an quickly spoke, about to say something...

The old man raised his hand to interrupt her: "Grandpa understands what you mean, but Wanwan needs to rest quietly now."

"Besides, your brother-in-law and the others have moved out, and Xingyu has already tidied up my room."

"Don't worry about me, just take good care of Wanwan."

"It's not far. I just stroll over here whenever I have free time, and I can even go for a walk with Xingyu and the others occasionally."

Even Grandpa Zhou's booming voice subconsciously lowered considerably.

Lin Yan'an had no choice but to agree: "Alright then, Grandpa will have to stay outside for now."

"I will take good care of Wanwan, so don't worry too much. If you're bored, Xingyu and Zhongyang can take you out to have some fun."

"OK."

Grandpa Zhou readily agreed, then turned and left with Uncle Zhao and Director Qin.

After they left, the grocery store fell silent instantly.

Lin Yan'an stood at the door and watched their departing figures. Then, he raised his hand to close the door, turned around, walked to the recliner, looked at Zhong Wan who was sleeping soundly in front of him, and sighed softly.

"Wanwan..."

Lin Yan'an gently stroked her face with one hand, murmuring softly, "You've been naughty and disobedient again..."

After he finished speaking, he couldn't help but shake his head with a wry smile.

Lin Yan'an understood Zhong Wan's thoughts perfectly well; if he were in her shoes, he might have made the same choice.

The only thing is that the outcome of this choice...worries him somewhat.

and……

"How long will you sleep this time? When will you wake up?"

After Lin Yan'an finished speaking, he sighed softly, bent down, picked her up, and carried her back to the room.

Waiting is always agonizing, especially when the outcome is unknown.

Zhong Wan remained soundly asleep, her face rosy and her expression serene, as if she were simply lost in a beautiful dream.

However, Lin Yan'an, who was waiting by her side, became increasingly irritable as the waiting became more and more agonizing.

He gradually became irritable, just like when he first met Zhong Wan, and it only got worse as time went by.

It's been five days, and Zhong Wan shows absolutely no sign of waking up.

Lin Yan'an tried hard to suppress his anxiety and fear, and while protecting Zhong Wan, he tried to find other things to distract himself.

He was truly afraid he wouldn't be able to wait...

Thinking of the work I hadn't finished, and of Zhong Wan's anticipation for that movie.

So, Lin Yan'an forced himself to calm down, walked to a small table, sat down, and opened his laptop.

Looking at the unfinished script and storyboards on the computer,

Lin Yan'an tried hard to pull herself back to reality, but her gaze kept involuntarily drifting towards Zhong Wan.

For a while, I barely typed on the keyboard.

Lin Yan'an raised his hand to rub his head, trying to numb his increasingly anxious nerves with work.

He tried hard to recall the details provided by Du Qian, carefully considered the lines, and sketched out the scene he wanted, but his work efficiency was still pitifully low.

Often, before he could finish typing a single line, his gaze would unconsciously drift towards Zhong Wan, his fingers would pause, and his thoughts would be instantly interrupted.

If Zhong Wan Gang made even the slightest sound, he would immediately drop what he was doing and rush over, anxiously anticipating what would happen.

But after carefully checking, he confirmed that she had only rolled over and would slump weakly down next to him again.

Then he gave a self-deprecating laugh and returned to the table dejectedly.

Countless repetitions, countless disappointments.

The food that Old Master Zhou sent was repeatedly reheated and cooled, but Lin Yan'an barely touched it.

The bloodshot in his eyes grew increasingly pronounced, and a dense layer of bluish stubble began to appear on his chin.

Four days later, he was on edge, and a terrifyingly low pressure emanated from him.

Lin Yan'an simply couldn't bear to think what would happen if Zhong Wan never woke up...

Just thinking about it sent chills down his spine.

Lin Yan'an quickly shook his head, trying to shake this terrible thought out of his mind.

Looking at the open computer screen, he tried hard to suppress his emotions and forced himself to focus on his work.

During this period, Ah Gui's behavior was also unusually abnormal.

Since they returned, Ah Gui, the hardworking office worker who usually spends all day in the shop, is now quietly sitting by Zhong Wan's bedside, carrying a broom, guarding this room.

Like the most loyal guard, it clung tightly to the shadows in the corner, motionless.

However, when an outsider knocks on the door and a doctor from the medical team comes to check on him as usual, Stickman Ghost will instantly "come to life".

The phantom would instantly float from the corner of the wall to the doorway, silently guarding that spot.

It doesn't attack proactively, as if it's silently and stubbornly guarding the room, not allowing anyone to approach except Lin Yan'an.

At first, everyone was startled by it. Pang Wenyao even tried to communicate with Ah Gui, but there was no response.

Finally, Lin Yan'an spoke in a hoarse voice: "Agui, move aside."

"They were also trying to ensure Wanwan's good health."

"Although Wanwan hasn't woken up yet and none of her physical indicators are abnormal, she still needs regular checkups."

Lin Yan'an's voice was hoarse and tired, as if he was trying to persuade Ah Gui, or as if he was trying to persuade himself.

Ah Gui seemed to understand his words. The blurry phantom trembled, hesitated, looked at Lin Yan'an, then at Zhong Wan, and finally the phantom slowly drifted to the side, making way for them.

But it did not go far away, its eyes still watching their every move warily.

From initial shock to current acceptance,

The doctors on the medical team were used to this...supernatural monitoring. After completing the examination gently and efficiently, they left the room in an orderly and swift manner.

As they finished another day of inspections and left the room, Ah Gui drifted back into the corner.

"Thanks."

Lin Yan'an looked at the ghostly figure of Ah Gui and whispered his thanks.

He understands Ah Gui and is grateful to Ah Gui.

During this agonizing time, this mindless supernatural obsession was the only one besides him who stayed by Zhong Wan's side without ever leaving her and did everything in his power to protect her.

It was also... a source of reliance and solace in his heart.

Ah Gui was also created by her.

Although it is indeed much weaker compared to before, it still exists.

Does that mean that Wanwan will definitely wake up too?