Chapter 48 Lu Tingxiao is discharged from the hospital and goes home to recuperate
After spending a few more days in the hospital bed, Lu Tingxiao felt the increasingly weak pain coming from his wounds. He was secretly certain that his injuries had almost recovered.
He had long been bored with looking at the monotonous white walls in the ward and listening to the beeping sounds of medical equipment. In his opinion, there was no need for him to continue staying in the hospital. If he continued like this, it would just be a waste of medical resources.
That afternoon, the sun shone through the window onto the ground, forming patches of light. Lu Tingxiao sat by the bed, looking at Jiang Ruoxi who was sorting her things, and said softly, "Wife, let me tell you something. I think my wound has healed well, so there's no need to stay here any longer. Let's discuss how to be discharged from the hospital!" His voice was still a little weak, but it was filled with unquestionable determination.
Jiang Ruoxi stopped what she was doing, turned around, frowned slightly, and her eyes were full of worry: "Are you really okay? The doctor said before that you still need to observe it for a while. I'm afraid that if you are discharged too early, there will be problems with the wound."
Lu Tingxiao waved his hands, trying to reassure her: "Don't worry, I know my own body well. If I stay any longer, I'll almost get sick. Besides, maybe I'll recover faster if I recuperate at home!" He looked at Jiang Ruoxi with a look of comfort and anxiety.
Jiang Ruoxi lowered her eyes and looked at Lu Tingxiao's pleading eyes. The defense line in her heart loosened quietly. She bit her lower lip lightly, and after a moment of silence, she finally sighed softly, with a hint of helplessness and compromise in her voice: "Okay, I'll go ask the doctor." After that, she turned around and hurried towards the doctor's office.
Along the way, Jiang Ruoxi's mind kept popping up the pitiful appearance of Lu Tingxiao. She couldn't help but secretly complain, how could a seven-foot-tall man act like a child when he was sick?
Arriving at the doctor's office, she knocked politely on the door, and after receiving permission, she pushed the door open and walked in. Jiang Ruoxi informed the doctor of Lu Tingxiao's condition in detail, her eyes full of concern and worry, and she eagerly asked whether Lu Tingxiao's physical condition allowed him to be discharged from the hospital.
The doctor carefully checked Lu Tingxiao's medical records, and patiently explained the various indicators and precautions to Jiang Ruoxi. After hearing what the doctor said, Jiang Ruoxi felt relieved. She thanked the doctor, turned around and quickly returned to the ward.
When she opened the door, she saw Lu Tingxiao staring at the door eagerly, like a puppy waiting for its owner to come home. When he saw her come in, Lu Tingxiao immediately sat up straight, his eyes gleaming with anticipation: "Wife, how are you? What did the doctor say? Can I be discharged from the hospital?"
Jiang Ruoxi rolled her eyes at him and said unhappily, "You! You just want to cause trouble for me. The doctor said that all indicators are stable. If you promise to go back and have a good rest and take medicine on time, I will allow you to be discharged from the hospital!"
When Lu Tingxiao heard this, a brilliant smile instantly spread across his face, and he nodded hurriedly, "I promise to do it. I absolutely promise!"
Seeing his impatient look, Jiang Ruoxi couldn't help laughing. She shook her head helplessly and began to help him with the discharge procedures.
Jiang Ruoxi went back and forth between the windows of the hospital, completing the discharge procedures for Lu Tingxiao. Although Lu Tingxiao, who was waiting in the ward, was eager to go home, he could only wait obediently, looking around from time to time, hoping to leave the hospital quickly and return to his familiar home.
After the formalities were completed, the vehicle sent by the army was already waiting at the hospital entrance. After the two got in the car, Jiang Ruoxi considerately helped Lu Tingxiao fasten his seat belt. Along the way, Lu Tingxiao looked at the scenery passing by quickly outside the window, and he was eager to return home.
When the car slowly stopped in front of her courtyard, Jiang Ruoxi got out first and walked to the other side to open the door for Lu Tingxiao. Lu Tingxiao took a deep breath, slowly stood up and got out of the car, and walked towards the gate with Jiang Ruoxi.
Jiang Ruoxi reached out and gently pushed open the familiar courtyard door. With a creak, the door slowly opened. In an instant, Lu Tingxiao felt a familiar and warm scent of home coming towards him. It was a unique smell that mixed the fragrance of flowers and plants in the courtyard with the smell of fireworks at home, which instantly relaxed his originally tired body and mind.
His eyes searched the yard eagerly, looking at the pots of green plants that were still full of vitality, and the rocking chair in the corner of the yard, his eyes couldn't help but become slightly moist. Jiang Ruoxi gently held his hand and whispered, "Come back, everything will be fine!"
Lu Tingxiao turned to look at her, his eyes full of tenderness and gratitude, and nodded gently: "Yes, I'm finally back!" The two walked into the yard side by side, the sunlight shining on them, outlining the outline of happiness.
After returning home, Jiang Ruoxi put down her things and started working non-stop. She picked up the rag and wiped every corner of the house carefully. After a while, the furniture that was originally covered with dust regained its neat luster.
Then she went into the kitchen and skillfully cooked a pot of steaming noodles, which was simple yet warm. She and Lu Tingxiao sat opposite each other, the midday sun shining on them. They ate noodles while sharing their experiences and feelings during this period, their laughter echoing in the small restaurant.
After the meal, the two took a short rest before entering their lunch break. The afternoon sun shone through the gaps in the curtains, casting a few rays of golden light, adding a bit of tranquility and peace to the room. Lu Tingxiao and Jiang Ruoxi lay on the bed and soon fell into a sweet dream.
When I woke up from my lunch break, the sun was no longer as hot as it was at noon. Jiang Ruoxi stretched, got up quietly, and planned to go to the market to buy ingredients for dinner.
As she walked to the door, she heard Lu Tingxiao's voice from behind her: "Wife, wait for me, I'll go with you!" Jiang Ruoxi turned around and looked at Lu Tingxiao's expectant face. She couldn't help but smile: "Great, it's good that you can stretch your muscles!"
The two held hands and walked on the way to the vegetable market. The breeze blew gently, and the branches on the roadside swayed in the wind, making a rustling sound, as if playing a light music for them.
Along the way, they talked and laughed, recalling the little things they had experienced together. Occasionally, their eyes met, revealing their deep love.
After a while, they arrived at the vegetable market. The stalls were filled with a wide variety of fresh vegetables, fruits and meat. The stall owners were enthusiastically soliciting customers, and the sounds of bargaining were heard one after another.
Jiang Ruoxi was walking between the stalls, carefully selecting ingredients. She happened to see some mutton for sale and instantly thought of a dish: mutton and carrot soup. The nutrients in mutton and the vitamins and other nutrients in carrots complement each other. The soup has a rich flavor, which can increase the appetite of the injured and promote recovery.
Later, she bought some fresh vegetables and some fruits to supplement Lu Tingxiao's vitamins. Lu Tingxiao followed her closely, the bag in his hand gradually filled up, his face always filled with a happy smile, as if the best thing in the world was to be by her side and busy with life together.
Jiang Ruoxi and Lu Tingxiao returned home with bags full of vegetables. The warm afterglow of the setting sun shone on the two of them, outlining their happy outlines. Along the way, they talked and laughed, discussing tonight's menu from time to time. The air was filled with a sweet scent.
As I was walking, I ran into Mrs. Zhang from the staff housing compound. Mrs. Zhang had sharp eyes and saw them from a distance. She greeted them warmly, "Hey, Captain Lu and his wife, you're back from shopping! Is Captain Lu healed?" Jiang Ruoxi raised her lips and quickly responded, "Yes, Tingxiao is almost healed, otherwise the doctor wouldn't have let him leave the hospital!"
"That's right, Captain Lu, can you take a break for a while this time?"
"Sister-in-law, where are you going?" Sister-in-law Zhang pointed to the nearby store and said, "We're out of soy sauce at home. I'm going to buy a bottle!"
Lu Tingxiao straightened his back and replied with a hearty smile, "Thank you for your concern, sister-in-law. I'm almost well now. Sorry for keeping you worried!" After a few more pleasantries, Zhang's sister-in-law hurried off to buy soy sauce, as she was still waiting at home to cook.
After saying goodbye to Mrs. Zhang, the two continued walking home. The breeze blew gently, and the branches on the roadside rustled, as if playing a cheerful tune.
Jiang Ruoxi slightly raised her head and looked at Lu Tingxiao, her eyes full of tenderness: "Hurry home and cook. I'll make you some mutton and carrot soup today!" Lu Tingxiao held her hand tightly and nodded, "Okay, I'm sick of eating in the hospital cafeteria for more than half a month. You're pregnant, and you've been eating in the cafeteria with me for so long, but it's not nutritious. You should drink more mutton and carrot soup today to replenish your body!" The two walked briskly, looking forward to returning home, turning the ingredients in their hands into a delicious dinner in the warm kitchen, and spending this ordinary yet beautiful evening together.
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