As dawn broke through the horizon, soft light eagerly streamed through the simple window frame, illuminating Grandpa Liu's weathered face. Lin Yue had lost count of how many mornings she had spent by his bedside; her eyes were bloodshot, yet she remained fixed on Grandpa Liu, not missing a single subtle change.
These past few days, Lin Yue has barely slept a wink, personally overseeing every step of the treatment. Each relapse of the illness agonizes her. She's like a lone warrior, holding the line alone on the battlefield against death, fighting for Grandpa Liu's life. At this moment, her weary face is slightly stiff from tension, her lips are chapped and peeling, and her once delicate hands are rough and swollen from long hours of work and soaking in disinfectant. Yet, her eyes burn with unwavering hope.
Chen Yu tiptoed into the house, carrying a bowl of steaming rice porridge. His gaze fell on Lin Yue, his eyes filled with heartache. He knew Lin Yue had reached her limit, but her stubborn nature made it impossible to persuade her otherwise. He walked to Lin Yue's side, placed the rice porridge on the table beside her, and said softly, "Yue'er, you need to eat something and rest. What will Grandpa do if you collapse?" Lin Yue didn't respond, only shaking her head slightly; her entire attention was on Grandpa Liu.
Suddenly, Grandpa Liu's fingers twitched slightly, a subtle movement that didn't escape Lin Yue's keen eyes. She immediately leaned forward, holding her breath, carefully observing Grandpa Liu's expression. She saw Grandpa Liu's eyelids slowly open, his eyes filled with the confusion of someone just waking up. Lin Yue was so moved that tears welled up in her eyes. She trembled as she grasped the old man's hand, her voice trembling with sobs, "Grandpa, you're awake! How are you feeling?" Grandpa Liu looked at Lin Yue, his chapped lips moving with difficulty, uttering a weak sound, "Girl... I... I feel much better."
These simple words struck Lin Yue's heart like a hammer blow, causing her pent-up emotions to burst forth instantly. Tears streamed uncontrollably down her face. She turned to look at Chen Yu, and their eyes met. In each other's eyes, she saw the relief of surviving a close call and heartache for the other. Chen Yu stepped forward and gently embraced Lin Yue. He knew that this moment of joy was the best reward for Lin Yue's hard work and sacrifices over the past few days.
The news spread like wildfire throughout the village. Villagers dropped what they were doing and rushed to Grandpa Liu's house. In no time, the narrow courtyard was packed with people, their faces beaming with surprise and curiosity as they chatted excitedly.
Aunt Liu rushed ahead, her gray hair slightly disheveled, her wrinkles etched with anxiety and excitement. As soon as she burst into the room and saw Grandpa Liu, who was now awake, tears streamed down her face. She threw herself at the bedside, tightly grasping Grandpa Liu's other hand, her voice choked with emotion: "Old man, you're finally awake! You have no idea how I've been these past few days; we were all terrified." Grandpa Liu smiled weakly and patted Aunt Liu's hand: "Old woman, I'm alright now. It's all thanks to Lin Yue; she pulled me back from the brink of death."
The other villagers gathered around the house, chattering amongst themselves. An older villager exclaimed, "Lin Yue is truly a miracle doctor! She cured such a serious illness; this is unprecedented in our village!" A woman nearby nodded repeatedly, "Yes, we've never seen such medical skills before. This girl is truly capable." Everyone's eyes were filled with admiration and gratitude for Lin Yue, as if she were an angel sent from heaven to save the village.
Captain Li also rushed over upon hearing the news. Standing at the back of the crowd, he looked at the touching scene inside the house, a relieved smile on his face. He knew that this successful rescue was of extraordinary significance to the village. It not only saved a precious life but also gave the villagers new hope—a hope that transcended traditional notions. He stepped forward, patted Chen Yu on the shoulder, and said with praise, "You did a great job. Lin Yue has really done a great job this time. This child is extraordinary; her medical skills will bring great changes to our village." Chen Yu scratched his head and smiled憨厚ly, saying, "It's all thanks to Lin Yue. She's been so tired these past few days; she's barely slept."
However, amidst this chorus of praise, some discordant notes quietly played. There was a man in the village named Wang Ermazi, who was always narrow-minded and extremely jealous. Seeing Lin Yue steal the spotlight and become the center of attention, the flames of jealousy burned fiercely within him. He stood at the back of the crowd, a sinister smile playing on his lips, and said in a sarcastic tone, "Hmph, who knows if it's just a lucky break? Maybe Old Liu is just incredibly fortunate. Who knows if her strange medical skills have any side effects?" Although his words weren't loud, several villagers nearby heard him, and they all frowned, looking at him with displeasure.
A young educated youth, upon hearing this, flew into a rage. He strode up to Wang Ermazi and angrily said, "What are you saying? We all saw how much Lin Yue sacrificed to save Grandpa Liu. She stayed here day and night, meticulously treating him with her medical skills. If you're so capable, go and save him yourself! Don't stand here spouting nonsense." Other villagers echoed his sentiments, accusing Wang Ermazi of jealousy and ignorance. Seeing the situation turning against him, Wang Ermazi muttered a few words and slunk away from the crowd.
Lin Yue wasn't bothered by the gossip; her mind was entirely focused on Grandpa Liu's follow-up treatment. She carefully explained the various precautions to Aunt Liu, her eyes focused and earnest: "Aunt Liu, although Grandpa is awake now, he's still very weak. These next few days, you need to feed him light, easily digestible foods, like rice porridge or well-cooked noodles. Don't feed him too much at once; give him small, frequent meals. Also, pay close attention to his temperature. If it rises, or if he seems uncomfortable in any way, be sure to tell me immediately." Aunt Liu nodded earnestly, her eyes full of trust: "Lin Yue, don't worry, I'll definitely do as you say. You're a great benefactor to our family; we'll all listen to you."
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