Everyone followed to the outside of the intensive care unit and watched as the old man was wheeled inside. They all breathed a sigh of relief; the first hurdle was over, and now it was up to each of them to do their own thing.
Zheng Shuzhen said to these people, "Now we also need to discuss the care arrangements for the future."
Hua Kai made it clear that Zheng Shuzhen dared not let all her biological sons go back, especially Hua Wanhe. Everyone in the village knew that Hua Wanhe was brought by Zheng Shuzhen, and that Hua Zhongzhi had helped raise him for so many years, treating him better than his own son. If Hua Wanhe didn't stay here to serve, wouldn't people gossip about him when he went back?
So the flowers bloom silently, waiting for Zheng Shuzhen's arrangements.
Seeing that no one spoke, Zheng Shuzhen continued, "Then I'll make the arrangements for how you all take care of your father." After saying that, she looked at her sons and said, "There are four of you in total, so it's like this: six hours each, taking turns."
After she finished speaking, Hua Wanhu disagreed: "Mother, then all four of us have to stay here and guard it. I think it's better to have two people a day, so that the other two can go home and save some money on food and lodging."
Zheng Shuzhen agreed: "Then how about the eldest and second eldest take one shift, and the third and fourth eldest take another? They can take turns every day?"
Hua Kai said, "Grandma, let's have one day per family. My dad is the eldest, so let's start with our family. That way, you can go back to the village for two days. Otherwise, you'll be rushing out without having properly explained things to your families."
Of course, Hua Kai really didn't want to take over the shift with Hua Wanhe's family, because that would mean they would all be doing the work themselves, so it was better to do it all by themselves for a day.
Hearing this, Zheng Shuzhen also thought it made sense, and looked at her three sons: "Would you rather have two people a day or have your own family a day?"
Hua Wanhu and Hua Wanhai both wanted to stay at home for a day, otherwise how would they divide the day and night shifts? Plus, they were the third and fourth oldest, and starting with Hua Wanjiang, they would take turns, so eventually they might be able to come one less day. Wouldn't that be great? So they both agreed with Hua Kai's suggestion.
Zheng Shuzhen agreed, saying that starting tomorrow, everyone should stay here today, since the old man hasn't returned to his ward yet and is in the intensive care unit. If there are any issues, it's more convenient for family members to be here.
Seeing that all these people staying here wasn't a good idea, Hua Wanhe asked Zheng Shuzhen, "Mother, where are we going to stay tonight? We can't all sleep in this hospital corridor, can we?"
Zheng Shuzhen looked at Hua Wanjiang: "Boss, didn't your family rent a place? Why don't you come and squeeze in with us?"
Hua Kai didn't want all these people to go, especially since there were many important blueprints and such. With so many of them, she simply couldn't keep an eye on them.
So Huakai spoke first: "Grandma, the house we rent is very small, with only two quilts. The floor is tiled, and it's too cold to sleep on the floor. It's easy to catch a cold in the middle of winter. Besides, we can't bring any luggage since it's not home. Grandma, my aunt doesn't know about this yet. We should call her and ask if it's okay to stay at her house."
"You just don't want us to go, don't you? You're really selfish. Fine, we won't go. Without you, would we be sleeping on the streets? I don't need you anymore," Zheng Shuzhen said angrily.
Hua Kai sighed: "I was going to ask my aunt if there was room for her. If not, Ye Yifan booked a room for my dad at a nearby hotel this morning, which can accommodate three or four people. But since Grandma said it's not necessary, then we'll just consider ourselves presumptuous. My older brother hasn't slept for almost a day and a night, so let my brother and dad go back and catch up on their sleep. I'll stay here and keep watch over the family."
When Zheng Shuzhen heard Hua Kai say that she had booked a hotel room, she became even angrier. It was obvious that Hua Kai had done this on purpose; that girl was too wicked.
She said to the flowers, "We're all family, why are you being so formal? Tonight, your second and third uncles and I will go to your aunt's place, and your fourth uncle and aunt will go to the hotel with you."
Hua Kai said, "My grandfather is still in the intensive care unit today. I think it's best if my dad, my third brother, and my uncle stay at the hotel today and take turns coming to visit tonight. Of course, don't let it be like yesterday, when only my dad came. You all know me. If you try to cheat or shirk your responsibilities, I won't hesitate to go back to the village and tell everyone. Our family still has credibility in the village."
Originally, Hua Wanhe and his group did intend to go boating that night, and even planned to keep Hua Wanjiang here for the next few days. They would come to the city but not come to replace Hua Wanjiang. However, Hua Kai's words made them give up on this idea, because Hua Kai truly kept her word.
Of course, Zheng Shuzhen didn't want Huakai to belittle her son so much at this moment: "Huakai, your grandfather didn't have surgery yesterday, so your third and fourth uncles didn't pay much attention. Why is it that only your father is your biological son?"
Hua Kai nodded: "Okay, I like to hear Grandma say that, because my grandpa is the same way. He hopes that all his sons will be filial and that everyone will take good care of him. That way, my grandpa's illness will get better faster."
Zheng Shuzhen said, "That's for sure, don't always look down on people."
Hua Kai said, "Then let's do something that will make people angry. I won't argue with you in the hospital. Now let my brother go back and catch up on his sleep. You should also contact your aunt. With so many people here, let's just take care of ourselves."
After saying that, Hua Kai asked Hua Wanjiang to take Hua Qingyi back to the hotel, and told them to remember to call home and let Gu Lanyan know they were safe when they went out. Then she stayed outside the intensive care unit and sat there without participating in the small meeting with Zheng Shuzhen and the others.
A short while later, Hua Wanhu and Hua Wanhai went out to call Hua Fengxiang.
Then Zheng Shuzhen sat in the chair and sighed repeatedly, while Hua Wanhe looked out the window at the scenery.
The three daughters-in-law sat down on one side, each with their own thoughts, all extremely depressed. It's not easy for any family to have an elderly person who needs constant care. Even if they don't live together, they should still come over occasionally to help with the laundry, right? Otherwise, what will others think? In the countryside, you have to be mindful of what others think. Otherwise, you can't even leave the house, or you'll be scorned to death when you do.
Hua Fengxiang arrived in the evening, heavily made up, showing no sign of worrying about Hua Zhongzhi.
When Zheng Shuzhen saw her daughter arrive, she quickly went over and said, "Fengxiang, you've finally come. You're from the city, and your father is sick, so you'll have to take extra care of him. Although you're my daughter and don't have to pay anything, you're familiar with the city, after all."
Hua Fengxiang helped Zheng Shuzhen sit down: "Mother, this city is huge. We're not some powerful officials, we're not that influential. But don't worry, I promise to come see my father often."
Zheng Shuzhen said, "No matter what, you still have a home here. Your father is hospitalized here these days, so we'll have to trouble your family a lot. Your brother and sister-in-law will need to stay at your house for a few days and have meals with you. Please make the arrangements."
Hua Fengxiang's face changed when she heard this: "Mother, our house is not big. There are also my parents-in-law and children. Five people in two rooms are usually enough. Besides, Jianshe works hard every day. If so many people come to our house, he will not be able to rest well and it will affect his work. My mother-in-law will also complain. Aren't you putting me in a difficult position?"
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