Chapter 171. To Your World 4 I think one day I can...
Actually, Lu Shizhen herself was deliberately ignoring it. If she had paid close attention, she would have noticed that when she woke up in the morning, she felt a cold breeze coming from the soles of her feet. The tightly wrapped blanket not only relieved the cold feeling in her upper body, but also in her slightly chilly toes.
But it's better to be alone and announce this milestone success ahead of time.
Lu Shizhen prefers Xu Shiyue to be by her side now, witnessing the moment her legs regain sensation.
The bright morning sunlight streamed through the window and fell on her legs, making her well-maintained muscles no longer lifeless decorations.
Every nerve is like a dog wagging its tail enthusiastically, excitedly responding to its owner's feelings at that moment.
Strange, yet incredibly familiar.
This feeling of contact with people is no longer through her shoulders and arms, but through her legs, which have been in a state of shutdown since birth.
This was the first time she had explored the world with her own legs.
The first person she encountered in exploring the world was Xu Shiyue.
The ward was quiet, and Lu Shizhen could hear her own heart pounding.
She didn't know whether it was excitement or because Xu Shiyue was holding her feet.
Or perhaps both.
Observing the change in Lu Shizhen's expression, Xu Shiyue asked softly, "Did you feel it?"
"Mmm." Lu Shizhen was a little excited, and the hair that was tucked behind her ears fell down as she nodded.
Sunlight bathed Xu Shiyue's eyes, and the image of the little girl in the wheelchair in her memory overlapped with the excited Lu Shizhen in the present.
This sense of accomplishment is something that cannot be replaced by a thousand highly difficult success stories.
After checking her pockets, Xu Shiyue told Lu Shizhen about her plan: "This is a big breakthrough. We can start rehabilitation at the end of the month. Although the rehabilitation process is long and difficult, as long as we do this step well, Miss Lu will be able to walk normally like everyone else."
As she said this, Xu Shiyue paused for a moment.
Her gaze remained fixed on Lu Shizhen as she solemnly asked, "So, Miss Lu, are you willing to believe me this time?"
"Of course." Lu Shizhen nodded, her trusting voice as crisp and clear as a bead dropped into a glass bottle.
Unlike any other time, this time the answer was a heartfelt response from Lu Shizhen.
Although they had only known each other for a little over a month, her trust in Xu Shiyue had already far exceeded the depth of a month.
Sometimes Lu Shizhen even thought that her rapid acquaintance with Xu Shiyue was as if they had known each other for a long time.
But... how could that be?
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As Xu Shiyue said, a perfect surgery is just the beginning. To take the first step, rehabilitation is an unavoidable and long transition.
Adults are not like toddlers; it is much more difficult for legs that have never been used to support heavy bones. Lu Shizhen learned about this when she had her first surgery. She was full of enthusiasm and confidence at the time, but in the end, the surgery ended in failure.
Now that Lu Shizhen's surgery has been successful and she can stand up again, rehabilitation is no longer a difficult task.
Moreover, Xu Shiyue was by her side.
The cicadas' chirping echoed through the treetops as the sun cast wave after wave of heat, denouncing the excessively scorching temperature.
Lu Shizhen's rehabilitation courses began with the arrival of summer. Yesterday, she made a new breakthrough and stood up steadily with Xu Shiyue's help. Cheng Meiyan looked at her daughter who could finally stand up independently and shed tears of joy.
She called her baby and excitedly shared this joy in a group chat for her family of four.
Lu Shizhen felt no shame, nor did she feel that this was a sign of contempt. Instead, she suddenly felt like a baby in her mother's arms, her blood surging with warmth.
This feeling reached its peak when Xu Shiyue came over and took her hand again.
Cheng Meiyan excitedly recorded the scene of Lu Shizhen standing and ran out to call Lu Shize.
Lu Shizhen also wanted to show Cheng Meiyan that she was in a good position, so she stood with her legs propped up before Cheng Meiyan left.
Just a second before Lu Shizhen was about to give up and collapse, her arm was supported by a slender yet strong hand.
As if she could see right through her, Xu Shiyue looked at Cheng Meiyan who had just left and said to Lu Shizhen, "Don't push yourself. Auntie has left. Now it's time to rest for a while."
Lu Shizhen's heart skipped a beat for no apparent reason.
Looking at Xu Shiyue standing face to face with her, she felt a longing and a touch of coquettishness from somewhere, and let Xu Shiyue support her as she asked, "Dr. Xu, did you say I'm amazing?"
“Impressive.” Xu Shiyue nodded. “Very few people can stand still after a week of training.”
Whether it was the answer itself that was satisfying, or it was because it was Xu Shiyue who said it that was satisfying, Lu Shizhen's face showed an undisguised smile.
Perhaps because she was in a good mood, Lu Shizhen looked at her and Xu Shiyue facing each other and couldn't help but tease, "Doctor Xu, don't you think we look like we're about to dance?"
Lu Shizhen's words were spoken casually, but Xu Shiyue seemed to be struck by something upon hearing them, and her calm gaze suddenly paused.
The cicadas' frantic chirping created an unsettling atmosphere, and the sunlight, both dim and bright, shone in her eyes, like ripples surging in a deep pool.
Xu Shiyue looked at Lu Shizhen and asked, forcing herself to remain calm, "So, Miss Lu, would you like to dance with me?"
Lu Shizhen didn't take it to heart and smiled, "That's just Dr. Xu being unprofessional. Have you forgotten the patient's medical records? I can barely stand up, how can I dance with you?"
The cicadas' long, drawn-out chirp faded into the lush foliage of the trees.
Those expectant eyes suddenly went blank for a moment, and Xu Shiyue nodded in realization: "Yes."
As she spoke, she carefully helped Lu Shizhen back into the wheelchair behind her, and said to her apologetically, "I'm sorry, I was too hasty."
“How could that be?” Lu Shizhen shook her head.
It seemed like they had been deliberating for a long time, or perhaps they had acted in one go.
After a pause, Lu Shizhen looked at Xu Shiyue's slightly forlorn eyes and said to her, "Take it slow. I think one day I will be able to dance with Dr. Xu."
"Mm." Xu Shiyue nodded.
Although Lu Shizhen doesn't remember now, she still wants to dance with herself.
...
"Good morning."
The memory abruptly ended with the sudden opening of the door.
Lu Shizhen looked up and saw Xu Shiyue walking in wearing a white coat and carrying her notebook.
Lu Shizhen deftly turned her wheelchair around and greeted Xu Shiyue with, "Good morning."
The person's voice was lively, yet slightly tense.
Xu Shiyue put down her things and said to Lu Shizhen, "Don't put too much pressure on yourself. Not only you, but your leg nerves also need to be developed gradually. You were able to stand steadily yesterday. It would be great if you could take your first step with support this week."
“Okay.” Lu Shizhen nodded.
She now unconditionally trusts everything Xu Shiyue says.
"Come on, hold my hand, let's stand up first."
As she spoke, Xu Shiyue, just like every day before, reached out her hand to Lu Shizhen.
Lu Shizhen cooperated by holding Xu Shiyue's hand and standing up with her support.
Although the feeling was much weaker than a few days ago, Lu Shizhen could still feel the power emanating from her legs, but she couldn't use it. It was like a passage being blocked, and she was desperately trying to clear it, but she couldn't control it.
"Take it slow, keep your feet firmly planted."
Lu Shizhen was slowly trying to control herself when Xu Shiyue's voice came down from above her head.
Like a guide in a dark world, Lu Shizhen felt her holding her hand and the strength of her arm, warmly melting away the blockage.
Sunlight streamed into the room, casting slivers of light between the shadows cast on the wall and the wheelchair.
With Xu Shiyue's support, Lu Shizhen slowly stood up.
Although it wasn't the first time, the feeling of her feet making contact with the ground always brought Lu Shizhen immense joy, no matter how much.
Just as she looked up to share with Xu Shiyue, there was a knock on the door: "Knock knock."
Upon hearing this sound, the two of them stopped simultaneously.
Lu Shizhen looked towards the door following the sound and saw a girl in a white dress carrying some things at the door.
Lu Shizhen didn't recognize the person, and in her confusion, she heard Xu Shiyue say to that person, "Why are you here?"
"Of course I brought you some delicious food." The girl's voice carried a familiarity as she showed Xu Shiyue what she was carrying. "If I hadn't come looking for you, you probably wouldn't have been able to find me for days."
Upon hearing this, Xu Shiyue pursed her lips slightly and helped Lu Shizhen back into the wheelchair: "Wait for me."
Although these were words of advice, the person who said them left before Lu Shizhen could respond.
His empty hand rested on the armrest of the wheelchair, and for some reason, it felt more tense than during the day.
Lu Shizhen watched Xu Shiyue leave, her back view and the girl's eager gaze shining through the crack in the door.
Although Xu Shiyue stood motionless after reaching the door, the girl's shadow still leaned towards her, holding a book in her hands.
It's as if they have some questions to ask.
Lu Shizhen is very hypocritical; she likes this kind of intimacy.
It only applies to her and Xu Shiyue.
Looking at Xu Shiyue, Lu Shizhen couldn't tell whether she was relying on her doctor, who was like a savior, or simply liking her.
Lu Shizhen realized her sexual orientation while chatting casually with her gay friend.
She has had no contact with the outside world for more than 20 years. She can accept her sexual orientation peacefully, but she doesn't know why she likes women.
It's as if some seed had been planted inside her body long ago.
Its awakening was sudden and irreversible.
Several months have passed since the surgery, and during that time, Xu Shiyue has been with her every day.
She would hold her leg to assess the recovery progress, carefully clean her wounds, and push herself out for a walk to clear her head.
However, Lu Shizhen knew that Xu Shiyue was not a nurse or caregiver, and the time she spent with her should belong to her research project.
Or perhaps she considers herself a rare disease patient to be part of her research project...
The corridor lights hung directly above the two women, bathing them in a blinding light.
Jealousy, meanwhile, crept up onto Shi Zhen's newly awakened legs as she landed, leaving her with a jumble of emotions.
Lu Shizhen carefully examined the girl; to be honest, the girl was indeed beautiful.
The white dress matched Xu Shiyue's white coat perfectly. Her fair legs were slightly crossed, slender and long, and every subtle movement carried the girl's lively coquettishness.
This kind of vibrancy is something Lu Shizhen is currently unable to achieve.
The sounds of conversation drifted in from the doorway, and Lu Shizhen looked down at her legs.
The loose summer hospital gown concealed her legs, which were draped over a wheelchair. Although not obvious, the scars from surgery months ago had not yet faded.
Brownish wounds were visible on his fair legs.
There's no comparison.
The wind began to blow silently, unnoticed, and the sun was mostly obscured by thick clouds.
The room darkened, and the shadow of the equipment isolated the shadow of the person in the wheelchair on the wall. The legs, which were together, were slightly turned inward. Inferiority always arises behind a loved one.
"Sorry to keep you waiting." Xu Shiyue returned after the conversation was finally over.
Lu Shizhen gave a lukewarm "hmm".
Then she placed her hand on the wheelchair and said to Xu Shiyue, "I'm a little tired. I don't want to train today. Can I go home now?"
Xu Shiyue, however, seemed not to have heard this and said to Lu Shizhen, "The person who just came is my student. He has his graduation defense next week and there is one thing he hasn't finished, so he came to me in a hurry."
"Besides, I don't really like milk tea. I might consider fruit tea though."
If Lu Shizhen could deduce the first sentence from the scene just now, she didn't quite understand the second half of the sentence.
After a pause, Lu Shizhen raised her gaze and noticed that Xu Shiyue had returned empty-handed; she hadn't accepted any of the things the girl had flirted with.
After blinking, Lu Shizhen felt inexplicably better.
She first gave a simple "Oh," and then added in a conciliatory tone, "That's quite a coincidence, I don't like milk tea either."
"Now that I've explained my situation clearly..."
As Xu Shiyue spoke, she placed her hand on the wheelchair that Lu Shizhen had just tried to push away.
The woman's slender shadow slowly descended, enveloping Lu Shizhen entirely in darkness.
She looked down at him, yet her eyes held a smile: "So, Miss Lu, can you tell me now why you felt tired just now?"
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