“Mingqian, you must remember my words. Given your physical condition, you really can’t delay any longer.”
"You and Comrade Lin Banxia must put the matter of getting a comprehensive physical examination on the agenda as soon as possible."
Song Mingqian glanced at Lin Banxia and nodded in agreement.
"Okay, we'll go as soon as possible."
Just as the two of them relaxed, Old Man Liu, who had turned to get medicine from the first-aid kit, suddenly turned back.
"Don't think you can get away with this. I'm keeping an eye on you."
"Once the medical examination report comes out, you must carefully record the indicators on it and report them to me as soon as possible."
As he spoke, Old Man Liu tore two pages from his medical record and pulled out two pens from somewhere.
They divided these items into two portions and placed them in the hands of Song Mingqian and Lin Banxia respectively.
"Hey, write down all your contact numbers! Both work and personal numbers are required."
"For the sake of your health, you two will need to have regular check-ups from now on. Once the indicators drop a little further, I will immediately notify the organization."
Song Mingqian and Lin Banxia couldn't help but exchange a glance, both feeling a bit amused and exasperated.
Both of them were quite old, and with their positions rising steadily over the years, the leaders spoke to them in a friendly and approachable manner.
They haven't experienced being treated like a child for many years.
Come to think of it, I really miss those days.
"Don't worry, Mr. Liu, we will definitely keep our promise to you."
"That's good."
Grandpa Liu took the note back, folded it neatly, and put it into the medicine box. He gave a haughty snort, got up, and left.
"Take good care of yourself. If you have any problems, remember to contact me immediately."
After personally seeing Old Liu out, Song Mingqian returned to the ward to stay with him.
Although the two didn't say anything more for a while, the atmosphere in the ward was far less stiff and awkward than before.
The clear liquid flowed continuously into the body through the IV tube.
They spent a lot of time talking, and now the whole bottle of liquid is almost empty.
Lin Banxia didn't bother the nurses; she removed the needle herself after the entire infusion was finished.
A few drops of blood seeped through the pale bandages. She pressed on them with a little force, her tone remaining calm.
"The IV drip is finished. You can go now. After resting for a while, I'll go home by myself."
Lin Banxia's condition has stabilized considerably, and Song Mingqian indeed has no reason to stay any longer.
"Oh, okay."
He slowly stood up from the chair, his long, slender fingers resting on the doorknob.
Just as I was about to push the door open and leave, the words that Old Master Liu had just said suddenly popped into my head again.
Song Mingqian couldn't help but want to ask her a few more questions.
“Your health has been poor all these years. What if you really get sick if this continues?”
Song Mingqian sighed with worry.
"No matter what, you should take care of yourself first."
“I know you’re usually busy with work. It’s good that we live close by now, and my project is almost finished, so it’s not as urgent as before.”
"If there's anything I can do to help, just let me know."
His own health wasn't much better either.
Instead of caring about himself, he's worrying about her affairs.
Lin Banxia felt a tightness in her chest and wanted to say these things to Song Mingqian.
But then again, given their current relationship, it would seem strange to actually do that.
She could only lower her head and remain silent.
As I watched myself clutch the corner of the blanket, the bloodstains on the back of my hand, which I had managed to control, began to spread again.
The atmosphere, which had finally eased up a bit, quickly returned to that suffocating state.
Song Mingqian gave a wry smile: "Then I'll be going. You get some rest."
Watching his departing figure, Lin Banxia's eyes held a complex expression for a moment.
She wasn't oblivious to the care and concern implied in Song Mingqian's words.
She just didn't dare to say too much to him.
She feared that she would no longer be able to maintain her current dignity.
His erratic mental state will also be fully exposed.
Lin Banxia knew that her current condition was not normal, but she did not want to cause trouble for anyone because of it.
Moreover, Song Mingqian is already under enough pressure.
His job is quite special, and he can't afford to be distracted.
In addition, as Mr. Liu just mentioned, his own health is not good.
In such a distressing situation, it's best not to drag each other down any further.
Lin Banxia sighed deeply, leaned against the headboard, looked out the window, and once again her daughter's tender and lovely face appeared in her mind.
A glint of tears seemed to well up in the corner of her eye.
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After leaving the military compound, Song Mingqian quickened his pace and rushed to the hospital.
As soon as I pushed open the door, I saw Song Xunying standing next to the trash can, peeling an apple in her hand.
Those apples were big and red; you could tell from their appearance that they must be expensive.
Song Mingqian frowned slightly, a hint of annoyance flashing in his eyes.
"Sorry I'm a little late."
"But didn't we agree that I would bring Wanwan some fruit when I came? Why did you buy it first?"
"We didn't buy this fruit ourselves."
Cheng Xiangling's expression was incredibly proud. She sat in the chair, swinging her legs, and gestured for him to look at the table next to her.
"Just now, Sister Zhihuan, Aunt Zhao, Grandma Xie and Grandpa Xie came to visit my sister and brought her a big fruit basket."
"All the fruits inside are my sister's and my favorites, they're so delicious!"
It turns out the Xie family had been here.
I never expected that by arriving late, I would miss the chance to meet the Xie family again.
Song Mingqian thought about it and felt quite regretful.
Seeing that he seemed a little absent-minded today, Song Xunying placed the fruit knife on the table.
As she fed Cheng Wan small pieces of apple, she asked:
"Why are you so late today? Did something happen this morning?"
The people in the ward are all my closest family members, so there's nothing to hide.
Song Mingqian sat down on the chair next to him and said calmly:
"I only found out last night that my house in the military compound is actually not far from Banxia's place."
"When I went out this morning, I went to check on Banxia and found that she was not feeling well. I took her to the infirmary, which is why I was delayed a little."
Unexpectedly, after so many years, this couple, who seemed to have drifted apart, have reconnected.
Everyone sighed inwardly at the cruel twist of fate, but also expressed their understanding of what had happened that day.
No matter what, they are husband and wife.
Now that Song Mingqian knows Lin Banxia is not feeling well, how can he not go and take care of her?
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