Chapter 442: Truly an Angel
Gu Jingming looked at his father, then at Bai Zhi, and asked with a smile, "Dad, why did you get up? Did Doctor Bai treat you?"
"I massaged the old man's acupoints a couple of times," Bai Zhi explained. "Old Master Gu is fine, he's just dizzy and doesn't dare to get out of bed. Massaging the acupoints can relieve his discomfort. In the future, he will not only need to take medicine, but also strengthen his nutrition. After a period of recuperation, he will be fine."
Bai Zhi's words reassured Gu Jingming and his mother.
As long as the old man doesn't have any incurable serious illness, they feel at ease.
Gu Jingming praised without reservation, "Dr. Bai, that's why our whole family trusts you. Your medical skills are truly amazing."
Bai Zhi smiled awkwardly without saying a word.
Looking at Gu Jingming, whose face finally showed a smile and whose mood had relaxed, Gu Changgeng said, "Alright, hurry up and take the vegetables to the kitchen. Don't take too long. It's time for Doctor Xiaobai to go."
"Okay." Gu Jingming quickly carried the groceries to the kitchen, and Grandma Gu began cooking.
Around noon, Zhang Li, who had gone to work, returned home and was both surprised and delighted to see her father-in-law sitting in the living room chatting with Bai Zhi.
During this period, the whole family was plunged into gloom again because of the old man's illness, just like when Niu Niu was sick before.
The family atmosphere was oppressive.
When Niu Niu was sick before, she took leave to take care of her at home. But after the old man got sick this time, she didn't take leave again.
She really didn't want to stay in such a depressing home.
At this moment, Zhang Li looked at her father-in-law, then at Bai Zhi sitting there, chatting with the old man with a calm expression. She stepped forward and bowed deeply, "Dr. Bai, thank you."
Looking at Bai Zhi, Zhang Li was overcome with emotion and couldn't help but wipe away her tears.
"Niu Niu's mom, please don't do this, I didn't do anything." Bai Zhi quickly helped her sit down.
Zhang Li was still unable to calm down. Looking at the young and lively girl in front of her, she said from the bottom of her heart, "No, your kindness to our family is too great. We don't know how to thank you enough."
Just as Zhang Li was sighing with emotion, Niu Niu came running over, holding the painting she had just finished. She tilted her little breasts up and handed her painting to Bai Zhi, saying, "Auntie Bai, this is a painting I gave you to thank you for healing me and allowing me to go back to kindergarten."
Bai Zhi squatted down, looking at the drawing paper in the child's hand, and asked with a smile, "Niu Niu, what is this you drew? Can you explain it to Aunt Bai?"
“This is an angel,” Niu Niu said in a clear voice. “In my heart, Aunt Xiaobai is an angel with wings, the kind that can save many, many people.”
Zhang Li chimed in, "Niu Niu, you're right. Your Aunt Xiaobai is an angel; she saved our whole family."
If Bai Zhi hadn't saved Niu Niu, she wouldn't even dare to imagine what her family would be like now.
And her father-in-law, who has been lying in bed for so many days, has no appetite and is listless. They are worried about him every day and want to take him to the hospital, but the old man stubbornly refuses.
The whole family was shrouded in gloom.
When Bai Zhi arrived today, the old man actually sat in the living room.
They chatted and laughed together.
This doesn't seem like an act at all.
Zhang Li went to the kitchen to help. Grandma Gu was cooking. Zhang Li whispered to her, "Mom, Dr. Bai's medical skills are amazing! Did she give Dad acupuncture or medicine?"
Grandma Gu replied, "He didn't get any injections or take any medicine. While I was in the kitchen steaming rice, your father got up."
Zhang Li was even more surprised upon hearing this.
"I heard from Dr. Xiaobai that she massaged your dad's acupoints. Anyway, Dr. Xiaobai is a miracle doctor. She has a special connection with our family. As long as she makes a move, the illness will be cured instantly."
Zhang Jingming and Zhang Li are on a mission now, unconditionally and 100%. They have faith in Bai Zhi's medical skills.
“Yes, he was destined to be with our family.” Zhang Li sighed heavily as she spoke. “But she just had to marry into the Lu family.”
Seeing that Zhang Li was still unable to let go, Grandma Gu sighed softly and said, "Actually, I've come to terms with it over time. The second son went out on a mission and his fate is still unknown. Although we are sad and upset, we shouldn't blame everything on Lu Shan. They are just dating and not married yet, so it's normal for them to break up and get back together. Your father also told me that Jing Yi is a man of great righteousness. Even if he hadn't broken up with Lu Shan, he would still be at the forefront in this situation, because he has responsibilities on his shoulders."
"Mom. Who said that? But it's hard not to connect the fact that Niu Niu's second uncle went on a mission at the critical moment of their breakup with the road."
"Mom, you said Dad has been listless these days, and he doesn't want to eat or drink. What's wrong with him? I feel like it's a mental illness," Zhang Li asked the old lady, voicing her doubts.
"No matter what the illness was, I'm finally getting better now. With Dr. Xiaobai here, we don't have to worry too much."
Grandma Gu said, "Alright, take the food out."
As soon as Zhang Li left the kitchen, Old Mrs. Gu's expression darkened.
How could she not see that her husband was suffering from a mental illness?
There are some wounds he dares not think about, dare not touch, and cannot accept.
The only option is to pretend to be deaf and blind...
All the food was already on the table. There weren't many fresh vegetables in winter, and even if there were, the vegetables from greenhouses were expensive. They usually didn't buy those expensive vegetables, but today they must have really gone to great lengths. Garlic sprouts, chili peppers, and a whole roasted chicken or goose were all served.
Once it's back, just steam it and it's ready to serve.
Gu Changgeng beckoned to Bai Zhi, gesturing for her to pick up a chicken leg, "Xiao Bai, it's rare for you to come to our house, you must eat more today."
While eating, Bai Zhi replied, "Thank you, Elder Gu. However, you are the one who should eat more. Your body is severely depleted and you must replenish it properly. You can't just stay at home lying down all the time. Take a walk after meals, breathe some fresh air, and recuperate for a while. Your health will improve."
Gu Changgeng responded very cooperatively, showing a strong will to survive: "Dr. Xiaobai, I will completely follow your medical advice. I will do whatever you say. I will definitely take good care of myself. If I recover well, I can live for another 20 years."
Bai Zhi smiled and said, "Twenty years is definitely no problem. You should try to live to be a hundred."
Upon hearing Bai Zhi's words, Gu Changgeng burst into laughter, "Hahaha, I'll try my best."
As long as his son is alive, he will definitely recover and live well until his son returns.
Gu Changgeng laughed heartily, his voice booming.
His laughter at this moment was genuine, not a mere formality to appease Bai Zhi.
Gu Jingming, his wife, and Grandma Gu looked at the smile on his face with strange yet gratified expressions.
They looked at each other, and after so many days, their hearts finally settled down.
The old man is finally getting better.
Especially for Old Mrs. Gu, the unease deep in her heart gradually subsided.
Perhaps she was overthinking it.
Her husband was just feeling unwell.
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