Chapter 81: Quite a hassle
An eerie silence fell over the ward.
Even Professor Ming was surprised that Ning Tang, who always had a gentle smile, would be so serious about this matter.
Those students who raised questions have realized their mistake.
He stood frozen in place, his face as red as a tomato.
The boy who was the first to speak up stood up, his attitude very serious.
"Dr. Ning, I'm sorry, I used foul language just now."
"After witnessing it with my own eyes, I am filled with admiration for the wonders of traditional Chinese medicine."
There was a beginning, and then many people came out to apologize one after another.
Seeing their sincere expressions, Ning Tang's tense expression eased slightly.
She said very sincerely, "I hope you remember that whether it is traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine, as long as it can cure diseases and save lives, it is a good doctor."
"Moreover, this senior is a hero who has been on the battlefield, so we should work harder for him."
Professor Ming nodded repeatedly from the side.
This young comrade has a very high level of ideological awareness.
His gaze swept over the students who were bowing their heads, and he continued:
"This incident serves as a reminder to you all; you must not make such narrow-minded mistakes again."
"Over the next few days, you should learn more from Dr. Ning and observe how traditional Chinese medicine treats patients."
"When you go back in the future, I hope you will all cherish this experience as a valuable memory."
Everyone responded immediately.
The look in his eyes when he looked at Ning Tang was no longer one of disdain, but rather one of respect and approval.
I came out of the ward.
Wang Yingying leaned over and nudged Ning Tang's arm.
"Wow, he usually seems so mild-mannered, but he managed to subdue this troublemaker with just a few words."
"Even a rabbit will bite when cornered, let alone a living, breathing human being."
Ning Tang smiled slightly and continued.
"Yingying, thank you for speaking up for me in the cafeteria earlier. After get off work, I'll treat you to a meal at the nearby state-run coffee shop."
"Fine, then we won't stand on ceremony with you since we're already on good terms."
Wang Yingying was going to do ward rounds in the afternoon, so they parted ways at the stairwell.
Ning Tang was still thinking about getting medicine for Xu Qiaoyan and Xu Qiaolan from the Traditional Chinese Medicine department, so she told her colleagues in the office.
Fortunately, there weren't many people in the pharmacy, so she signed her name.
He took out the registration form from outside and handed it to the nurse.
"Dr. Ning, I still have a few urgent cases to catch. If you really can't do it yourself, you can go by yourself."
"It's okay, I can do it myself, you go ahead and do your work." Ning Tang nodded.
She walked into the pharmacy as if she knew the way inside.
Find the medicinal materials according to the previously written prescription.
Xu Qiaoyan spends long hours sitting in his research lab, and the medicinal herbs he uses must include Codonopsis pilosula and Atractylodes macrocephala.
Xu Qiaolan's condition was much more serious, so the dosage had to be doubled, with jujube seed added separately.
In no time, he had prepared both doses of medicine.
This is enough to last a month.
She told her to take the medicine for a while and see if it worked. If not, she would modify the prescription.
After work, the two went straight to a nearby state-run coffee shop.
But unexpectedly, they encountered an unforeseen person inside.
Su Ying was sitting in the far corner.
Across from me sat a young-looking man of the opposite sex; the distance was too great, and I could only see his handsome features.
Wang Yingying was the first to discover this.
Ning Tang had just returned with a glass of juice. She was pregnant and had seen a foreign book in her online space that said pregnant women shouldn't drink coffee.
I just sat down.
Wang Yingying gestured to Ning Tang with her eyes and drifted into a corner.
"Look over there, isn't that your sister-in-law?"
"That person over there looks unfamiliar, do you know them?"
Ning Tang followed Wang Yingying's gaze.
After seeing the person in the corner, he paused for a moment.
It is indeed Su Ying.
She shook her head, her voice unconsciously softening: "I don't know him, I've never seen him before."
Ning Tang picked up the juice, took a small sip, and didn't look at it anymore.
Su Ying is Xu Qiaolan's wife and also his sister-in-law.
Although the two have been interacting more recently, they still don't really understand each other.
The other person is clearly meeting and chatting privately right now, and may have something to do, so it's not appropriate to disturb them abruptly.
Wang Yingying was aware of this, so she stopped paying attention to it.
Focus your attention on the coffee in front of you.
Without warning, she took a big bite, and her face instantly scrunched up.
Feeling nauseous but having nowhere to vomit, I could only grit my teeth and swallow it down.
"My goodness! This coffee is so bitter!"
Wang Yingying stuck out her tongue and quickly picked up a few pieces of white sugar from the plate and stuffed them into her mouth.
"This stuff tastes like Chinese medicine. Who on earth is drinking it with such relish?"
Ning Tang couldn't help but laugh at her expression, feeling somewhat glad that she hadn't ordered coffee.
"But the cakes here are delicious, sweeter than the walnut shortbread and other pastries sold at our supply and marketing cooperative."
At that time, state-run coffee shops were mostly frequented by Soviets who came to China to do business.
Most people wouldn't drink it, nor would they be willing to spend the money.
The two chatted and laughed, while Su Ying and the man in the corner prepared to leave.
As she passed by, Su Ying saw Ning Tang.
Just as I was about to say hello, I saw Wang Yingying again.
As if he had thought of something, he raised an eyebrow in interest.
Su Ying didn't greet them; she simply paid for their table's bill as well.
Twenty minutes later.
Ning Tang is also getting ready to go home.
Wang Yingying was worried and insisted on seeing her off warmly, only leaving after she saw her enter the military compound.
After finishing her meal, Zhang Sao began to decoct the medicine.
Grandma Xu's medicine worked first, but even after taking it so many times, she still looked like she couldn't accept it.
This made Xu Qiaolan and Xu Qiaoyan, who were sitting next to them, a little restless.
"Sister-in-law, is this medicine bitter?"
"It's not bitter, but the first time you drink it, you might have a strong reaction."
With Ning Tang's words, the two of them took the medicine and finished their meal.
Instantly, bitterness exploded in my mouth.
Xu Qiaoyan couldn't help but frown. Just as he was about to spit it out, he saw that Xu Qiaolan next to him had already swallowed it without any expression.
He even waved his hand in a particularly irritating way and said, "That's it? You're not good enough either."
Xu Qiaoyan coldly retorted: "You're so capable that you need to drink Chinese medicine."
Xu Qiaolan is particularly sensitive now, and the word "no" is the last thing she can bear to hear.
Xu Qiaoyan's words really hit a nerve with him.
You say one thing, I say one thing.
The two of them inexplicably started revealing each other's shortcomings.
When Xu Qiaofeng returned, he glanced at the two of them indifferently.
"Alright, you two stop arguing."
"If everything were fine, would I still be sitting here drinking medicine?"
"Haven't you figured it out yet? I'm the only one in our family who can do it."
One sentence offended two people.
Xu Qiaolan and Xu Qiaoyan stopped arguing.
Ning Tang sat to the side, watching the two brothers instantly back down, and couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Sensing two resentful gazes, she quickly suppressed her laughter.
"Big brother, second brother, after you finish this medicine, you will feel very excited and full of energy tonight. This is normal."
"If you're worried about not being able to sleep, you can do more exercise; the effects of the medication will probably wear off in the second half of the night."
The two nodded, indicating their understanding.
——
Back on the second floor.
Ning Tang was taking a bath inside, while Xu Qiaofeng sat outside.
I have to ask every now and then.
It's unacceptable if there's no response from inside.
They're very clingy.
When Ning Tang finally came out, Xu Qiaofeng immediately brought her water over.
"Honey water, to soothe your throat."
Ning Tang, whose mouth was dry, took the cup.
Looking at the man who had been guarding the door, she couldn't help but ask, "Why are you watching over me like I'm a child?"
Xu Qiaofeng pulled her to the bedside to dry her hair.
"I'm worried about you being pregnant."
"And... I haven't heard your voice all day, I miss you."
Xu Qiaofeng felt extremely wronged when he said this.
If it had a tail, it would be hanging down right now.
Ning Tang was charmed by his cute appearance and pinched his cheek.
"You're such a grown-up, why are you still acting like a child? If your grandparents saw you like that, they would definitely laugh at you."
Xu Qiaofeng rested his chin on Ning Tang's shoulder.
He said in a hoarse voice, "It's only natural to act cute with your wife."
"Tangtang, I want to kiss you, is that okay?"
Ning Tang's face turned red instantly.
Seeing the expectation in the man's eyes, she nodded gently.
When their lips touched, there was not a trace of eagerness.
It just brushed against me gently, like a feather.
A moment later, Xu Qiaofeng stepped back, resting his forehead on Ning Tang's shoulder, looking somewhat aggrieved.
"Why is the medicine you prescribed for my older brother so potent?"
Ning Tang was stunned by the nonsensical words.
How did this suddenly turn to the older brother?
She explained, "My brother is severely depleted, so the medicine is naturally even more potent."
Xu Qiaofeng: "...I accidentally drank half a bowl."
"I feel terrible right now."
The moment the words left his mouth.
Both pairs of eyes turned to look down.
Ning Tang blushed even more deeply.
Xu Qiaofeng isn't weak, so why would he drink medicine for no reason?
For the older brothers and their ilk, it was exciting, but for ordinary people, it was a form of torture...
"How could you drink medicine like that?" Ning Tang took a while to find her voice, her tone helpless. "It was made according to my brother's constitution. How could you possibly stand it?"
Xu Qiaofeng buried his head even deeper.
His voice was muffled, with a hint of trying to be cute.
"I saw them crying, so I thought I'd try a bite..."
He was just jealous.
Tangtang has never brewed medicine for him before, so why did his eldest and second brothers drink it first?
Xu Qiaofeng was jealous, but he knew that saying this would make him a laughing stock.
He looked up, his eyes slightly moist.
She grabbed Ning Tang's arm and shook it: "Tang Tang, I feel unwell."
Ning Tang was both angry and amused, but seeing him like this, she couldn't bear to be angry anymore.
He glanced down at his friend who was excitedly greeting him.
A scene from long ago flashed into my mind...
Instantly, my palms started to burn.
Ning Tang turned her face away and whispered, "I know."
As he spoke, he stretched out his hands toward Xu Qiaofeng.
Until an hour and a half had passed.
Ning Tang was so sleepy that she couldn't help but let her thoughts wander. Xu Qiaofeng was in such a state, how was her sister-in-law?
She silently said "I'm sorry" in her heart.
——
On the other side.
Su Ying made up an excuse that she wanted to drink water before she stopped fighting, her legs were trembling as she got out of bed.
Thinking of the bloodshot eyes and the out-of-control look in Xu Qiaolan's eyes just now, her ears burned again.
I couldn't help but mutter a few curses under my breath about being a mad dog.
He usually seems quite composed, but after taking the medicine today, he's like a completely different person.
If she hadn't found an excuse to escape, who knows how much longer this would have gone on.
Just as I was about to find a place to eat that night, Xu Qiaolan appeared from behind me without my noticing.
The way they looked at Su Ying was like a dog seeing a big bone.
Su Ying slowly turned her head.
Just as he was about to feign anger and refuse, he saw Xu Qiaolan crying.
He usually wears glasses and is very meticulous, so it's almost impossible to see him looking so vulnerable and pitiful.
Xu Qiaolan asked, "Are you coming back to sleep?"
Su Ying swallowed hard, unable to contain her saliva.
I must say, it's really alluring.
She liked Xu Qiaolan back then and pursued him for a long time, all because of his face.
So many years have passed, and I still don't have the backbone to say no.
He immediately turned around and walked into the house.
Completely unaware that the man who had just looked pitiful had suddenly changed his expression to one of inexplicable danger.
Su Ying regretted it less than half an hour after she got back.
...
The next morning.
Ning Tang, sporting dark circles under her eyes, came down from the second floor and ran right into Su Ying, who was walking slowly while supporting her back.
The two locked eyes, and the air fell silent for a few seconds.
Seeing Su Ying's somewhat unnatural walking posture, Ning Tang subconsciously looked away and greeted her softly, "Good morning, sister-in-law."
"morning."
"Sister-in-law, I have a question for you. Does this medicine always make you feel very excited?"
"Hmm...it varies from person to person."
Su Ying smiled wryly, then walked away, supporting her waist.
Actually, Ning Tang wasn't much better off. Thinking about how Xu Qiaofeng had taken advantage of her last night, it seemed that she wasn't the only one who had been tormented.
At the dinner table.
Su Ya was uncomfortable no matter how she sat, so she got so angry that she kicked Xu Qiaolan under the table.
Ning Tang was too weak to hold chopsticks, so Xu Qiaofeng, being very perceptive, brought her a spoon and sat down beside her like a cat that had just stolen some fish.
Grandma Xu had been through it all and had seen it all.
His smile was so wide it was almost impossible for him to stop.
Great! If this continues, it won't be long before the Xu family has several great-grandchildren!
At that moment, Grandma Xu noticed the empty seat next to her.
She asked, "Why hasn't Qiao Yan come down yet?"
As they were talking, Xu Qiaoyan staggered downstairs.
Aunt Zhang rushed over and was almost startled by the heat emanating from him.
"Grandma, I'm not going to work today. I fell asleep while taking a bath last night, and now my whole body aches."
Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent.
Yes, Xu Qiaoyan just got divorced, and now he's all alone, with only cold showers for company.
Xu Qiaolan, beaming with pride, burst out laughing.
Ning Tang felt quite embarrassed, after all, she was the one who prescribed the medicine...
"Second brother, how about I reduce the dosage of your medicine?"
Xu Qiaoyan snorted coldly: "No need."
"Although I'm a bit tired, I look much better than before."
"Indeed, her face was flushed red; how could she not look well?" Xu Qiaofeng couldn't help but make a sarcastic remark.
Ning Tang quickly tugged at him and gestured with her eyes for him to shut up.
Xu Qiaofeng obediently shut his mouth.
Today was a difficult day for Xu Qiaoyan; otherwise, he would have given his younger brother a good scolding.
While we were eating, Aunt Zhang suddenly rushed in from outside in a panic.
"Grandma, something terrible has happened."
"The Wen family is outside right now. They said they have something to ask you to decide. Lu Niannian is with them too. They said if you don't let them in, they won't leave today."
Grandma Xu's face immediately darkened.
My good mood from just now was completely gone.
"They're even threatening me now! Let them in!"
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