Chapter 169. To Your World 2 He knelt on one knee and slowly lifted...
Xu Shiyue's voice was as calm as ever, but the content of her words was like a bomb dropped into Lu Shizhen's ears.
Unlike the distance this person exuded, her commands or requests were bluntly direct, and behind the frankness lay an ambiguous tension that made Lu Shizhen freeze in shock.
Noticing the hesitation and embarrassment in Lu Shizhen's eyes, Xu Shiyue took the initiative to explain, "I need to check the condition of your legs to determine if you are suitable for surgery and what kind of treatment plan to take."
Xu Shiyue's voice and tone were the same as before, yet they seemed somewhat different.
The calm demeanor, imbued with the professionalism typical of doctors, made this situation, which might have sounded somewhat ambiguous or awkward, seem perfectly ordinary.
Lu Shizhen nodded upon hearing this, and after Xu Shiyue turned her back, she skillfully took off her pants.
The subtle rustling of the fabric abruptly stopped a second later, and sunlight streamed unhindered onto those unburdened legs.
The girl's fair skin had a vibrant, fleshy feel, and her legs were long and well-proportioned. However, her knees were slightly close together, making her legs, which seemed to be displayed with ease, appear somewhat restrained.
It was ultimately a one-sided display of frankness, and despite having a small blanket draped over her thighs, Lu Shizhen was still somewhat reserved.
She looked up at Xu Shiyue's straight back, straightened the blanket on her lap a little, and then whispered, "Um, I'm all done."
"Okay." Xu Shiyue nodded upon hearing this and turned around slowly.
To be honest, of all the cases I've seen over the years, Lu Shizhen's legs are the best maintained among all the patients.
Although it seemed like the outcome was almost certain at first glance, Xu Shiyue still walked up to Lu Shizhen, knelt on one knee, and slowly lifted her foot onto her knee.
It's a feeling I can't quite describe.
As far back as she could remember, Lu Shizhen knew that she had no feeling in her legs. Yet, she watched as Xu Shiyue lifted her feet and touched her legs, her fingers pressing against her skin. It was as if warmth seeped into her body, stirring the blood within.
Strangely enough, Lu Shizhen has seen many doctors over the years and receives regular massages every month. Xu Shiyue is not the first doctor to examine her like this, nor is this the first time someone has touched her legs.
But it was only during today's inspection that a host of feelings, including unease and embarrassment, surged into Lu Shizhen's mind.
Xu Shiyue knelt on one knee, her eyes lowered, every inch of her gaze filled with seriousness.
Those slender, pale fingers traced the muscle lines of Lu Shizhen's legs as they spiraled upwards, their careful movements brushing over every inch of her skin.
Slowly, as if time were being stretched out, every movement was imprinted in Lu Shizhen's eyes.
Lu Shizhen couldn't feel anything coming from her legs, but her slightly tight throat was telling her a feeling called "shame".
It's as if Xu Shiyue is not just a doctor to her.
What else could he be but a doctor?
They only met today...
"Your legs are in very good condition and are a good fit for surgery."
Lu Shizhen was staring blankly at the scene in front of her when Xu Shiyue's voice brought her back to reality.
Then Xu Shiyue carefully placed Lu Shizhen's legs back into the wheelchair and told her her assessment: "Miss Lu, I will help you stand up, please trust me."
This was the first time Xu Shiyue had made a promise to herself, but Lu Shizhen had heard such a promise no less than ten times.
With so much disappointment piling up, could he stand up and tell Lu Shizhen that he had almost given up hope?
For a while, she felt that this was fine, as it didn't prevent her from drawing comics.
The phrase "for a period of time" ends just now.
The afternoon sunlight, carrying a touch of spring, shone into the ward, casting a bright glow on Xu Shiyue's dark eyes.
She remained kneeling on one knee, and Lu Shizhen's usual downward gaze had turned upward, as if certain decision-making power had truly been placed in her hands.
Their eyes met, and Lu Shizhen looked down into Xu Shiyue's eyes, seeing the seriousness and determination in her pupils, and nodded to her: "I believe you, Dr. Xu."
This time, she didn't choose to obey just to put her mother and brother at ease.
It's not that I want it, but that I want it myself.
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Lu Shizhen's surgery is scheduled for the end of this month, a week before the spring equinox.
After undergoing a more detailed and thorough examination the day before, Lu Shizhen was lifted onto a familiar mobile bed by the faces she already knew in the hospital.
The whole family came that day. Cheng Meiyan, as always, comforted Lu Shizhen's nervousness. Although Lu Shien was also cheering her on, his own voice was trembling.
Lu Shizhen responded to the two of them one by one, then turned to look at Lu Shize, who was standing to the side staring intently at her. Knowing that this man was always not good at speaking in front of her, she took the initiative to wave to him.
Rays of light streaked across Lu Shizhen's eyes in the corridor as she listened to the sound of wheels moving, her thoughts drifting away.
At times like this, Lu Shizhen would always wonder what would have happened if she hadn't met Cheng Meiyan back then. Blood is thicker than water, but that can't be universally applied to all family stories in the world.
She is very grateful for everything she has now.
If the condition can be controlled, it would be best if her leg could recover; if not, there's nothing to regret.
that is……
It might disappoint Dr. Xu.
She herself became the only failure in her otherwise 100% successful career.
Thinking of this, Lu Shizhen felt a surge of excitement despite her slight nervousness.
She always tries to find things that make her feel lucky even in pessimism. Right now, she's thinking that if that's really the case, then Dr. Xu will never forget her for the rest of his life.
It's not a loss.
"Get ready, we'll give you anesthesia soon. You'll feel the change when you wake up after a short nap."
Just as she was thinking this, Xu Shiyue's voice rang in Lu Shizhen's ear.
She snapped back to reality, but the glaring lights of the operating room caught her eye first. Xu Shiyue's face, illuminated by the light, appeared dark and indistinct in Lu Shizhen's eyes.
change……
Having undergone so many surgeries, Lu Shizhen knew that regardless of whether the surgery was successful or not, she could feel the pain in the wound.
Whether it was due to her recent thoughts or her promise to Xu Shiyue to trust her, Lu Shizhen was not so pessimistic this time.
The intercepted light swallowed Xu Shiyue's face, but Lu Shizhen could see through it that Xu Shiyue was looking into her eyes.
Its cool and aloof demeanor exudes a trustworthy professionalism, while the light filtering through adds a touch of gentleness.
The sounds of preparing surgical supplies were subtle yet hard to miss. Lu Shizhen listened calmly and nodded to Xu Shiyue: "Okay."
As soon as she finished speaking, the intense pain of the anesthetic being injected into the indwelling needle clearly overwhelmed Lu Shizhen's mind.
An oxygen mask was put on her by her assistant, and Xu Shiyue appeared in her vision in and out of sight... until only darkness remained.
"May I invite you to get out of bed and dance with me, Miss Xu Shiyue?"
"OK."
The child's innocent yet earnest voice echoed in Lu Shizhen's mind, and the familiar name made her pay special attention.
The music seemed to be coming to an end, swaying and echoing. The wheels of the wheelchair turned on the ground. Despite the clumsiness and inconvenience, Lu Shizhen felt a lightness she had never felt before.
The little girl's slender arm lay across her line of sight, and the things around her seemed to rotate with her movements.
It was only later that Lu Shizhen realized that she was dancing with the little girl in front of her.
But she has been unable to stand up since she was a child, so how could she dance?
Such questions clearly go beyond the illusion of dreams.
The scene before her suddenly flickered between light and darkness, as if light had pierced through the image and spread across Lu Shizhen's vision...
"Drip, drip, drip, drip..."
The steady sound of the monitoring equipment came from Lu Shizhen's ears, and she opened her eyes in a daze.
"woke up?"
It was a familiar voice.
From Xu Shiyue.
It was dark all around, so it must have been night.
In the darkness, Lu Shizhen clearly felt that her mood upon waking up was more joyful than before, a mood that had been rather bland.
Following the sound, Lu Shizhen turned her head to look.
The nightlight illuminated a small space by the bedside, and Xu Shiyue stood in that light, looking at her with gentle eyes.
The anesthesia hadn't completely worn off, and Lu Shizhen felt a bit weak.
She looked at Xu Shiyue and asked softly, "Have I been asleep for a long time?"
“It hasn’t been long. Surgery usually takes a long time, so it’s normal for you to be awake now.” Xu Shiyue shook her head. She spoke professionally, but her voice was far from distant. “The surgery was very successful. Your leg nerves are in good condition. We’ll see the results in a week.”
Xu Shiyue's voice was so gentle, it seemed to be lifting her up.
Lu Shizhen was feeling drowsy when she felt a hand placed on her head. It was slightly cool and felt very comfortable.
With patience, Xu Shiyue tidied up Lu Shizhen's long hair on the side of her face.
A thin layer of sweat dampened her fingertips. She lowered the temperature of the central air conditioning by one degree and patiently instructed Lu Shizhen, "If you feel sleepy, you can continue to sleep. The anesthetic takes time to metabolize, so you can sleep without worry. I will stay here and watch over you."
Upon hearing this, Lu Shizhen shifted her head and looked into Xu Shiyue's eyes, following her voice.
Just like her voice, Xu Shiyue's eyes were also full of tenderness.
Although the effects of the anesthetic hadn't worn off yet, Lu Shizhen keenly sensed that Xu Shiyue's patience was completely different from the cold and distant feeling she had when she was explaining things to her mother and the others.
Could it be because I am her patient?
Lu Shizhen frowned slightly, abruptly banishing this conclusion from her mind.
She desperately wanted to understand why, but she still fell asleep under the influence of the anesthetic and the caress of Xu Shiyue's palm.
She figured since this person had already made a promise, it wouldn't be too late to ask her again when she woke up...
The ward fell silent again. Xu Shiyue sat upright beside Lu Shizhen's bed, showing no intention of leaving.
The quiet nightlight cast shadows on the wall, recording everything. Then, a tiny, unnoticed dot appeared beside the lonely shadow: [Host, you've had a long day. I'll keep an eye on the monitoring data for you. Taking a rest won't hurt.]
The system's voice fluctuated greatly, sounding somewhat dissatisfied.
It followed Xu Shiyue's gaze to the sleeping Lu Shizhen and said, "Is it simply because she is Lu Shizhen?"
“Yes.” Xu Shiyue nodded in agreement, “Just because she is Lu Shizhen.”
"But she remembers nothing." The system whispered a reminder.
Xu Shiyue, however, looked at Lu Shizhen, who had just fallen asleep, with gentle eyes: "She will remember, just like I did back then, only a little later than me."
The system silently looked at Xu Shiyue, without uttering the sentence that the algorithm had just automatically calculated for it.
—But that one night lasted for ten years.
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