Chapter 67 Ward Rounds and Acupuncture
Gu Baobao's mind was still racing with other thoughts.
Zhang Xiaobing delivered the fresh ingredients on time.
"Dr. Gu, I'll take you to the hospital to see Comrade Tang first, and then I'll bring you back!"
Gu Baobao suddenly came to her senses.
Yes, she has important business to attend to today!
She is now a specially appointed expert at the hospital and has a job!
She nodded quickly and said to Zhang Xiaobing:
"Okay, thank you for your help, Comrade Zhang."
Then, turning to the two "seriously injured" people at the table, she adopted a stern expression, displaying the combined authority of both the expert and their family members:
"You two, stay home and rest! Don't move around, don't train secretly, and don't think you're all better and start showing off! I'll make you something delicious for lunch when I get back!"
She paused, then added, her tone softening slightly, but still earnest:
"Remember, health is the foundation of everything. Only by recovering from your injuries can you better serve the country and the people!"
That's a very characteristic way of saying things, very much in line with the spirit of this era.
Looking at her serious, precocious appearance, Gu Dongguo and Lu Zhanming felt both amused and tender, and responded in unison:
"knew!"
Gu Baobao nodded in satisfaction and followed Zhang Xiaobing out the door.
The jeep drove towards the hospital.
On the way, Gu Baobao looked at the scenery passing by outside the window, and the thought that had been temporarily suppressed by the "onlooker incident" resurfaced in her mind.
salary!
Benefits and perks!
She slapped her forehead, realizing how careless she had been!
Yesterday, I was so excited to receive my qualification certificate and appointment letter, and so focused on my teaching and research plans, that I completely forgot to ask the most crucial question:
How much does she earn each month as a specially appointed expert?!
How much are the various monetary subsidies?!
She's living independently now!
I can't keep spending my brother's money, can I?
My brother also needs to save money to get married!
Although... given her brother's straightforward personality and his current "injured" state, getting married might still be a long way off.
But even brothers should keep clear accounts; she couldn't always rely on her brother.
Gu Baobao started to make plans in her mind.
When I get to the hospital later, I'll have to find a chance to ask Director Zhou.
Or... check if the hospital has any documents or regulations regarding the treatment of specialists?
She's a special talent, so her treatment shouldn't be too bad, right?
At the very least, I need to be able to support myself and have some extra money to send home, or save it up to bring my mother and parents over later...
Thinking of her family, Gu Baobao felt both warm and bittersweet.
She needs to establish herself here as soon as possible and lay a solid economic foundation.
Military hospital, special care ward area.
When Gu Baobao arrived, Dean Zhou Mingren was already waiting in the corridor with several key doctors.
Seeing her get out of the jeep, Dean Zhou's face immediately lit up with a smile, and he quickly went to greet her:
"Little comrade, you're here! Was your journey safe?"
Good morning, Dean Zhou. Good morning, fellow teachers.
Gu Baobao greeted everyone politely with a gentle smile.
"The journey was smooth."
The head nurse handed over a brand new white coat.
Gu Baobao took it and put it on neatly.
The pure white cotton coat, with its simple design, somehow gave her a professional yet refreshing look.
The loose-fitting clothes concealed her slender figure, but made her small face appear even more delicate and fair. The calm temperament between her brows and eyes complemented the outfit perfectly.
Dean Zhou and the other doctors all showed admiration in their eyes.
This girl looks good in anything.
More importantly, the focus and aura she possesses as a doctor will only grow stronger with age and experience.
The group entered Mr. Tang Zhengnan's hospital room.
The ward was bright and clean, with plenty of sunlight.
Old Tang has woken up and is sitting on the headboard reading a book. He looks much better than yesterday.
Seeing Gu Baobao enter, he immediately put down his book, a genuine smile spreading across his face:
"Good morning, Dr. Gu! I'm sorry to trouble you again."
Good morning, Grandpa Tang.
Gu Baobao walked to the bedside, her tone gentle.
"Let me take your pulse first."
"well."
Mr. Tang readily extended his hand.
Gu Baobao sat down on the stool by the bed, extended three fingers, and gently placed them on Tang Lao's wrist.
She closed her eyes and concentrated.
The pulse under my fingers was more steady and stronger than yesterday.
Although his foundation was still weak and his chronic illness had not yet subsided, the sense of exhaustion caused by blood loss from gunshot wounds and years of overwork was being slowly nourished.
The effects of adding the spiritual spring water to medicinal cuisine are already beginning to appear.
More importantly, she sensed that some of the blockages in the meridians of Old Tang's body were loosening.
It seems that medicinal cuisine alone is not enough.
Acupuncture is needed to accelerate the unblocking process.
About a minute later, Gu Baobao withdrew her hand, opened her eyes, looked at Old Tang, and said in a serious tone:
"Grandpa Tang, how are you feeling today? Is there anything that's particularly uncomfortable?"
Old Tang said with a smile:
"I feel much better! My whole body feels much more comfortable, and my chest doesn't feel as tight anymore. I even drank an extra half bowl of porridge this morning! Thank you so much, Dr. Gu."
"This is my job."
Gu Baobao shook her head and said seriously,
"Grandpa Tang, I will give you acupuncture treatment today, focusing on clearing some blocked meridians. This will enhance the effect and speed up recovery when combined with medicinal diet."
She paused, looked into Old Tang's eyes, and spoke with the concern of a junior and the advice of a doctor:
"However, Grandpa Tang, there's something I still have to say: health is the foundation of everything. No matter how busy you are with work in the future, you must pay attention to rest and balance work and leisure."
Only with good health and longevity can a national treasure like you make more and longer contributions to the country.
These words were spoken earnestly, carrying the kind of slogan-like sincerity unique to this era.
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