Chapter 52: Abandoned

The blind man, whose name was Fa, had been taken to another doctor to have his wound bandaged. Since everyone else was okay, they were all waiting at the door of the clinic.

It was then that Xu Jiaojiao realized that Qin Shuo was completely soaked.

His hair, which had been drenched in rain, stood up like needles.

His clothes were covered in mud and soaked through by the rain, dripping with muddy water.

But even so, he didn’t look the least bit flustered. Instead, his appearance highlighted his rugged, tough-as-nails demeanor.

Xu Jiaojiao felt like she was looking at a special forces soldier who had just returned from training.

Her heart skipped a beat involuntarily.

But then, she seemed to remember something and withdrew her gaze.

Sensing her distance, Qin Shuo frowned.

“Are you hungry?”

Xu Jiaojiao didn’t dare meet the man’s gaze and just shook her head silently.

But a moment later, her stomach let out a loud rumbling sound.

Xu Jiaojiao: …

“Wait here.”

Qin Shuo said, turning and walking towards the entrance of the clinic. Xu Jiaojiao was too late to stop him.

The man had long legs and took large strides.

Even though his left leg was still a little stiff, it didn’t affect his speed in the slightest. He disappeared from sight in a few steps.

After Qin Shuo left, the young men all breathed a sigh of relief.

Brother Shuo’s aura was too strong.

Xu Jiaojiao was beautiful and could easily capture the attention of the opposite sex.

But when Qin Shuo was standing there, they didn’t even dare to look at her.

As soon as he left, they couldn’t help but steal glances at the woman who was standing there gracefully.

Even though she was wearing faded clothes with patches, it couldn’t hide her beautiful features.

Her delicate face was hidden under the brim of her hat, only revealing the elegant line of her jaw.

But even so, they couldn’t look away.

She was just too beautiful!

And Xu Jiaojiao wasn’t just a pretty face. She could also make medicine and save people.

She was amazing!

The young men, who were admiring her in their hearts, completely forgot that just a month ago, they had been disgusted by her.

Now, they thought Xu Jiaojiao was perfect in every way.

The only bad thing about her was that she was already married.

Xu Jiaojiao was lost in her thoughts and didn’t notice their gazes.

It started raining again outside, a light drizzle.

Her eyes looked straight at the entrance of the clinic.

Her mind was filled with the system’s words and the man who had comforted her for most of the night.

Her heart felt increasingly heavy.

After a long time, Qin Shuo still hadn’t come back. Instead, they heard the doctor’s voice behind them.

“Which of you is the patient’s family?”

“I’m his father, doctor. How is my son?”

The blind man, Fa, who was sitting in the corner, quickly stood up and said anxiously.

“The artery in his right leg was severed. Thankfully, he was rescued in time. He’ll need to stay here for observation for two days. If he’s okay, he can go home.”

Hearing this, Fa, the blind man, naturally had no objections.

What was two days? As long as his son could be saved, he would have him stay for a few more days.

Before coming here, he had already advanced ten yuan from the team leader.

“By the way, where did the medicine on your son’s wound come from?”

Suddenly remembering something, Guo Yishan asked.

“It’s my medicine. Is there a problem?” Xu Jiaojiao stepped forward.

Seeing that it was a young woman, Guo Yishan was a little surprised.

“No problem. It’s very effective. I just wanted to ask where the medicine came from.”

Guo Yishan’s voice was filled with clear excitement.

“It’s a recipe passed down from my grandfather. I tried making it myself a while ago.”

Seeing the excitement on his face, Xu Jiaojiao had an idea.

“Comrade, I’d like to talk to you about something.”

Guo Yishan pointed to his office.

Without hesitation, Xu Jiaojiao followed him into an office.

Once inside, she realized that the man in front of her was the director of the commune’s clinic.

“Comrade, do you have more of that medicine?”

Guo Yishan said, a hint of hope in his voice.

Hearing this, Xu Jiaojiao’s eyes flashed with something. After a pause, she said,

“I don’t make much of this medicine.”

Hearing her answer, Guo Yishan didn’t seem disappointed. Instead, he asked, “Can you make more? Our clinic will buy it from you.”

But just as he finished speaking, he saw a hint of hesitation on the girl’s face.

Guo Yishan’s originally confident heart began to waver. “Is there a problem?”

“Money isn’t the issue. I can send a package to the clinic every month for half a year, but I have a request.”

Hearing that she had conditions, Guo Yishan couldn’t help but frown. He pondered for a moment before speaking.

“Tell me what it is.”

“The county holds a doctor’s qualification exam every year, but it requires a recommendation from the commune. I want an exam slot.”

Hearing such a simple request, Guo Yishan breathed a sigh of relief. However, he remained expressionless and said,

“The slots aren’t given out directly. Our commune also needs to conduct an assessment.”

He paused again, his gaze once again falling on the girl in front of him.

She was neither humble nor arrogant, with a confident air about her.

“The assessment is a must. If I pass, I hope Director Guo will give me a chance.”

Hearing this, a smile finally appeared on Guo Yishan’s face.

“Alright.”

It was just an exam slot, not cheating. Whether she could pass or not wasn’t up to him. It ultimately depended on her score.

This girl was clearly someone who understood medicine. Why not help her out?

As for the next six months, Guo Yishan thought he could figure it out later.

Having gotten what she wanted, a smile appeared on Xu Jiaojiao’s face.

But the smile disappeared as soon as she stepped out of the door.

The tall figure she had been thinking about was standing right outside the clinic entrance.

The man’s steps were quick, and he was at her side in a few steps.

Xu Jiaojiao almost couldn’t help but run away.

“Have a bun first.”

Qin Shuo said, handing her one of the bags.

Seeing the hint of tenderness in his eyes, Xu Jiaojiao’s still swollen eyes felt a sting.

Not far away, there were a few gulping sounds.

Without turning her head, she could feel several eager gazes fixed on the bag in Qin Shuo’s hand.

After a moment, Xu Jiaojiao reached out.

But instead of taking the bag, she took a bun from it.

“One is enough.” Her voice was dry and hoarse.

Qin Shuo frowned. He was about to hand the bag back, but then he saw her turn around.

Looking at the woman’s rejecting back, his hand holding the bag tightened involuntarily.

He could vaguely see veins popping out.

The young men who had been staring at the bag earlier immediately backed away a few steps.

They looked at the man with a look of fear.

If they didn’t know that Qin Shuo’s wife was here, they would have suspected that he had been abandoned.