Chapter 129: Gratitude

Liu Wenshan looked at Ling Yao with a smile, his eyes filled with admiration, “Ling Yao, we’re here to tell you some good news.

 Regiment Commander Chu has woken up.”

“Oh, that’s great!” Ling Yao smiled and moved two chairs for them, “Director! Old Liu! Please have a seat.”

The director sat down on a chair, “Ling Yao, I didn’t expect you to be so talented at such a young age.

 May I ask, where did you learn such exquisite medical skills?” His eyes were filled with curiosity and inquiry as he looked at Ling Yao.

Ling Yao replied apologetically, “Director, I’m sorry! I once promised my master that I would never tell anyone his name.”

My master is still in a foreign country. We’re just strangers now. It’s not convenient to mention his name.

The director nodded understandingly and smiled, waving his hand, “It’s okay. I was a little rash.”

Ling Yao’s master must be a secluded, extraordinary doctor. Otherwise, how could he have trained such an outstanding student?

“Ling Yao, we’re actually here for another important matter.

We want to recommend you to join the Medical Association. What do you think?” Liu Wenshan asked.

Ling Yao was slightly taken aback. Of course, she knew about the Medical Association.

She had joined the Medical Association in her previous life. The Medical Association was filled with the top doctors in the country.

She had learned a lot from them in her previous life. Since she had this opportunity now, she wouldn’t miss it.

Ling Yao smiled gratefully, “Joining the Medical Association is something every doctor aspires to. Naturally, I’m no exception.

Thank you, Old Liu! Thank you, Director! For giving me this opportunity.”

“We’re just recommending you to join the Medical Association. Whether you can pass the Medical Association’s assessment depends on you.

 The Medical Association’s assessment is not easy to pass.

You need to prepare in advance.” Liu Wenshan reminded her.

“I understand. I will cherish this opportunity.”

Liu Wenshan and the director nodded in satisfaction,

 “Then we’ll go now. We’ll let you know when we get the notice. If you have any questions, feel free to ask us.”

“Okay! Thank you, Old Liu! Thank you, Director! Take care!” Ling Yao saw them out of the ward.

After they left, Ling Yao gently closed the door and walked back to Lu Qingyun with light steps.

Lu Qingyun reached out and gently took Ling Yao’s soft hand. His deep eyes were filled with a smile as he looked at her,

 “My Yaoyao is amazing! Seeing you so outstanding, I need to work harder too.”

Ling Yao felt the warmth of Lu Qingyun’s palm. She raised her head and looked seriously into Lu Qingyun’s eyes.

 She said softly, “I just hope that every time you go on a mission, you can come back safe and sound.”

Thinking back to the scene of Lu Qingyun lying lifelessly on the bed, the heart-wrenching pain was unforgettable.

She really didn’t want to go through that again.

Lu Qingyun noticed that Ling Yao’s eyes were gradually becoming slightly red. His heart tightened, as if pricked by a sharp needle.

He reached out and put his arms around Ling Yao, softly comforting her, “Don’t worry. I’ll protect myself.

We’ll be together forever.” Every mission was filled with endless risks and unknowns. Even he couldn’t guarantee his safety.

But now, he had an extra worry for Ling Yao in his heart.

So, no matter what difficulties or dangers he faced, he would do his best to protect himself and strive to return safe and sound.

Because he didn’t want his beloved to worry and grieve for him.

“You can’t lie to me.” Ling Yao raised her head and looked at Lu Qingyun.

 She also knew very well that Lu Qingyun, as a soldier, had the responsibility of defending his country.

 But she still hoped he would take good care of himself.

“Okay, I won’t lie.” Lu Qingyun affectionately kissed Ling Yao’s lips. He was about to deepen the kiss…

“Knock, knock, knock!” A knock on the door sounded.

Lu Qingyun reluctantly released Ling Yao’s lips and rubbed her black, shiny hair.

Ling Yao gently pushed Lu Qingyun away, stood up, and turned her gaze to the door.

The ward door opened, and Chu Cheng walked in. Behind him was a spirited old man and a couple dressed in fine clothes.

“Comrade Ling Yao! This is my grandfather! Next to him is my uncle and aunt. They came here specially to thank you.”

Chu Cheng said as he pointed to the three people behind him and smiled at Ling Yao.

Hearing Chu Cheng’s introduction, a faint smile appeared on Ling Yao’s face. She greeted them softly, “Hello!”

“Miss Ling! Thank you so much. If it weren’t for your help, our Chu Lie wouldn’t have woken up until who knows when.”

 Chu Lie’s mother looked at Ling Yao with tears of gratitude in her eyes.

When she learned that her son had woken up, she couldn’t believe her ears. She thought she was dreaming.

 Only when she saw her son with her own eyes did she believe it was real.

Learning that the person who had woken up her son was Ling Yao, she immediately asked Chu Cheng to bring her to thank Ling Yao.

 But she didn’t expect Ling Yao to be so young and beautiful.

 It was a pity that she already had a boyfriend, otherwise, she would have tried to match her with her son.

Ling Yao smiled and shook her head, “You’re too kind! I didn’t really do anything. I just did my part.”

Her tone was calm and gentle, as if she didn’t think it was anything remarkable.

This calm demeanor made the Chu family admire her even more.

Old Man Chu stepped forward, “Ling Yao, this is a small token of appreciation from our whole family. You must accept it.”

As he spoke, he handed a beautiful gift box to Ling Yao. Inside was a valuable jade pendant.

This jade pendant represented their family’s gratitude to Ling Yao and also meant that Ling Yao was now their family’s benefactor.

Ling Yao smiled and shook her head, refusing, “I’ve already received your gratitude. But I can’t accept this gift.”

“If you don’t accept it, I’ll send it to the Ji family and personally give it to your father.” Old Man Chu smiled at Ling Yao.

 He had heard that Ji Yanting had found his long-lost wife and daughter. He didn’t expect Ji Yanting’s daughter to be so outstanding.

“Alright, then I won’t be polite. Thank you, Grandpa Chu!” Ling Yao reached out and politely took the gift box.

“That’s right.” Old Man Chu nodded in satisfaction, “It’s getting late. We’ll go back now.

 When you have time, you must come visit Grandpa Chu at home.”

Although this was their first meeting, he genuinely liked this clever and intelligent young girl.

“Okay, Grandpa Chu!” Ling Yao’s lips curled up into a bright smile like a spring flower.

In her previous life, she had witnessed Old Man Chu’s charisma on television.

She had a deep admiration for this old man who had made outstanding contributions and was a formidable figure. She also liked him very much.