Chapter 17 Visiting the Sick
Wu Dongling was shocked by her discovery. Xing Dongyang was looked up to by everyone among the educated youth. In the eyes of the village girls, he was more like the sun in the sky and they could just look at him.
She had never thought of marrying up to Xing Dongyang. She just felt that how could a scourge like Wu Tong, who was hated by everyone and worked in a dirty way, get the favor of Xing Dongyang? How could she get what she couldn't get?
The seeds of jealousy sprouted quietly and took root in her heart from then on.
Because of this incident, Wu Dongling tortured the original owner more than once. The original owner felt guilty and was afraid that Wu Dongling would make the matter public, so she had to swallow her anger.
Wu Dongling became more and more aggressive, until finally adding insult to injury, trying to completely destroy the original owner.
Su Tong recalled that in the original owner's memory, he always thought that only Wu Dongling knew about this matter. Wu Dongling was proud and arrogant, and it was impossible for her to tell outsiders that her incompetent elder sister was better than herself.
But unexpectedly, Tian Qingrong said she knew it too.
Knowing that she has books to read, I brought two books today. What does that mean?
Do you also want to show the spirit of friendship and mutual assistance like Xing Dongyang?
Tian Qingrong became anxious when she saw Su Tong remained silent. She glanced at the door of the ward inadvertently, took back the book "How the Steel Was Tempered" from Su Tong's hand, opened it, and said:
"Are you worried about the words you don't recognize? Some of the words in these foreign classics are relatively obscure. How about I read them to you?"
Read to her? This means you really want to accompany her!
Unfortunately, she has glanced at the ward door several times since she entered the room. Is there anyone else coming?
Who is she hoping to meet here?
Tian Qingrong had just read the beginning of the first chapter when the door to the ward was knocked. A sincere male voice sounded, "Excuse me, is Wu Tong staying in this ward?"
Tian Qingrong's eyes lit up and she immediately put down the book in her hand.
Sister Dong was lying on the hospital bed, feeling bored. She wanted to interrupt Su Tong for a chat, but couldn't. When she heard someone knocking on the door, she immediately answered loudly, "You live here! Come in!"
The door of the ward was ajar to facilitate the entry and exit of doctors and nurses.
The door opened and a handsome and gentle young man came in, holding a net bag of nutritional supplements in his hand.
Tian Qingrong had already stood up and greeted him sweetly, "Brother Dongyang, you're here too!"
Xing Dongyang was surprised to see Tian Qingrong here, "Qingrong, why are you here?"
Tian Qingrong took the things from his hand and welcomed him in like a host. "Brother Dongyang, look at what you said! Why can't I come? I was just reading a novel to Wu Tong!"
Xing Dongyang was a little surprised, "So you and Wu Tong are so familiar with each other! I didn't know that before!"
Xing Dongyang walked to Su Tong's bed and gave her a big thumbs up, "Little girl! Not bad! You have made a great contribution without saying anything. You have brought honor to our village!"
Su Tong looked at the tall young man in front of her. In the original owner's short life, this young man was the only bright spot in her gloomy youth, carrying all her dreams and imaginations about a girlhood.
Even though the original owner had never spoken to him, the fact that he lent her the book was the motivation that kept her alive for a long time.
She read every book he gave her carefully. He opened a window for her, letting her know that there is not only indifference and ridicule in this world, but also many beautiful things.
The kindness he showed her became one of the few warm memories she had in this world.
Xing Dongyang sat down on the chair that Tian Qingrong had given up and gave Su Tong a big smile.
"I went to the county to replace parts for my tractor, and I came to see you. Secretary Wu knew I was coming today, so he asked me to bring him good things! I can't leave the village, otherwise he would have followed me! Secretary Wu told you to take good care of your injuries and not rush to leave the hospital!"
Xing Dongyang is a tractor driver of Yunshan Commune. He is a skilled worker and does not have to work in the fields, but his work points are recorded like other members. Many people envy him.
But the drivers were selected openly at the beginning. They had to know how to drive, how to maintain, and remember the rules and regulations. After several tests, Xing Dongyang was among the top.
Fortunately, Xing Dongyang has a strong sense of responsibility and is a warm-hearted person. He will help anyone who needs a ride, and everyone recognizes him.
"Brother Dongyang, tell Secretary Wu that Wu Tong should be at ease here. I will come to accompany her often!"
Tian Qingrong took over Xing Dongyang's words very naturally, and while speaking, she took out the things Xing Dongyang brought and put them into the small cabinet beside the bed.
Xing Dongyang looked relieved, "Qingrong, that's great! Before leaving today, Secretary Wu was still muttering that Wu Tong's family couldn't be relied on, and he was worried that it would be inconvenient for her to be here alone."
Su Tong leaned quietly on the hospital bed, watching Tian Qingrong busying herself with work, acting like her own elder sister. She responded to calls very quickly, as if she were her own spokesperson.
Xing Dongyang turned his gaze to Su Tong again, "Wu Tong, how do you feel? Are you still dizzy?"
Tian Qingrong was about to speak, but she realized that this was not an appropriate answer. She opened her mouth and then closed it again. She turned to look at Su Tong and said with a smile:
"Brother Dongyang is asking you, why don't you keep silent?"
Then he turned back to Xing Dongyang and said, "Brother Dongyang, Wu Tong is timid, let her speak slowly."
Su Tong felt amused. Tian Qingrong obviously wanted to create a good impression in front of Xing Dongyang. Many female educated youth admired Xing Dongyang. If she did so out of love for Xing Dongyang, it was understandable.
But she didn't need to go to the county with all that trouble. There were more opportunities in the village.
Although Tian Qingrong's actions were somewhat presumptuous, as long as it was harmless, she was not prepared to expose it...
After all, she came to visit the patient, even if her sincerity remained to be considered.
It is inevitable that the young boy Mu Ai would do something that is difficult for ordinary people to understand in front of his sweetheart.
Xing Dongyang didn't mind Su Tong's silence. His eyes were full of encouragement. "It's okay! Wu Tong! I just went to the doctor. The doctor said that you are recovering well. Even if you feel dizzy occasionally, it is normal. You just need to take care of yourself."
Su Tong smiled at Xing Dongyang, "Brother Xing, thank you for your concern! I feel fine now, and my wounds are healing well! Please tell Secretary Wu that I can take good care of myself and he doesn't need to worry about me."
Xing Dongyang was a little surprised and could hardly believe his eyes. He looked at Su Tong in front of him. Although she still had that thin face, her eyes were calm and she was looking at him with a smile. She was no longer the timid girl who didn't dare to raise her head when she saw him.
Xing Dongyang's tone was slightly excited, "Wu Tong, you really surprised me! You know? This is the first time you called me Brother Xing, and it's also the first time you said such a long sentence to me. I'm so happy for you!
Just like now, you should bravely express your own ideas, don't be bound by the shackles around you, you should hold your head high and live your own life! "
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