But then I thought, if we don't take such drastic measures, these two proud and awkward people will probably always be trapped in mutual hurt and suspicion, unable to see what they truly want in their hearts.
When Cheng Zhou thought he was about to die, his first reaction was to push Lu You away. Wasn't this a kind of love that went deep into his bones?
Lu You's breakdown was certainly not solely due to sympathy.
They need someone to give them a push.
Lu Rang walked to her side and keenly noticed her absent-mindedness, asking in a low voice, "What are you thinking about?"
Shang Wu snapped out of her daze and met his probing gaze. Feeling guilty, she quickly made up an excuse: "It's nothing, I'm just a little tired."
She took Lu Rang's arm and leaned against him gently. "I can keep an eye on things here. You have things to do at the company, so go back first. While you're at it, go see Yu Wu. I miss her a bit."
Lu Rang carefully examined her face and saw that she did look tired, so he nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go back first. Call me anytime if you need anything."
He lowered his head and planted a kiss on Shang Wu's forehead, then glanced in the direction of the ward before turning and leaving.
After seeing Lu Rang off, Shang Wu took a deep breath and went back into the ward.
Cheng Zhou remained the same, as if he had given up communicating with the outside world.
Shang Wu walked to the bedside and softened her voice: "Cheng Zhou, don't think too much. Modern medicine is very advanced. Leukemia is not completely incurable. Try to relax and cooperate with the doctor for a comprehensive examination. Maybe...maybe the situation isn't as bad as we think?"
She tried to give him some hints, leaving room for maneuver in her words, "I've heard that some complex conditions may have some errors in the initial diagnosis, and require confirmation from more authoritative experts. We have already contacted better hospitals and experts, and a consultation will be held soon, so don't scare yourself."
However, Cheng Zhou was completely immersed in his despair and couldn't hear any words of hope.
He shook his head, his eyes darkening. "Awu, you don't need to comfort me. I know my situation. The treatment ahead will be painful and may not even be effective. I don't want to waste my last moments on endless chemotherapy and torture. I just want to be quiet..."
He paused, then began to speak as if making his final arrangements: "Some of my assets and shares have been sorted out by my lawyer. Some will go to my mother and Coco, and the rest will be left to Youyou. Although she may not care, it's a small token of my affection. Also, please tell Dad and Lu Rang that I'm sorry for causing them worry..."
Shang Wu felt both anxious and helpless as she listened to his words.
Just as she was wondering how to continue guiding the conversation, the ward door was suddenly pushed open, accompanied by a series of heart-wrenching cries.
"My son! Why are you so unlucky!" Mrs. Cheng cried as she rushed in and threw herself at the bedside.
Seeing Cheng Zhou's haggard appearance, tears and snot streamed down her face. "If anything happens to you, how can I live?"
Cheng Keke also returned from abroad, her eyes red and her voice trembling with tears: "Brother..."
Suddenly, the ward was filled with their sorrowful cries, so loud it gave one a headache.
Cheng Zhou closed his eyes, his brows furrowed, looking even more exhausted.
Looking at the chaotic scene, Shang Wu felt a throbbing pain in her temples and couldn't stay any longer.
She whispered a few instructions to Cheng Keke, then made an excuse to leave the ward.
Standing in the quiet corridor, Shang Wu let out a long sigh of relief, but her heart was even more conflicted.
Seeing Cheng Zhou's utterly despondent state and Madam Cheng's tearful state, she began to seriously doubt whether her plan was wise.
The situation seems to be getting out of control.
Cheng Zhou's despair far exceeded expectations, while Lu You was also seriously hurt.
Should we tell Cheng Zhou the truth now? Tell him that this was just a charade to force him and Lu You to confront their true feelings?
The thought swirled wildly in her mind. But if she said it now, wouldn't all the groundwork and stimulation she'd put in be for nothing?
What will Cheng Zhou think? Will he become even angrier?
If Lu You knew this was all an act, would she feel fooled and push Cheng Zhou even further away?
Shang Wu found himself in an unprecedented dilemma, feeling as if he were caught between a rock and a hard place.
She leaned against the cold wall, wearily closed her eyes, and was caught in a fierce internal struggle.
To speak or not to speak?
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