SFS Chapter 255: Being in the midst of blessings and not knowing the blessings
Chapter 255: Being in the midst of blessings and not knowing the blessings
"It's all my fault. I felt really stuffy inside the house and just wanted to enjoy some fresh air outside. I never expected to cause such a commotion and make you worry about me."
His weak voice was full of apology, and his lips trembled slightly, as if even the strength to speak was gradually slipping away.
"You are safe now, but you must take good care of yourself in the days ahead and never get caught in the cold again."
There was unquestionable firmness in Wan'er's tone, and caring warmth between her eyebrows, as if every word was a carefully brewed medicine.
"This time, it is really thanks to your miraculous healing skills, Miss Bai."
He tried his best to move the corners of his mouth and force out a weak smile, which was filled with gratitude and a bit of helplessness.
"If you were born a man, Miss Bai's superb medical skills would have already spread all over the world. I am so lucky to meet you in this life. You have repeatedly pulled me back from the brink of life and death."
Wan'er paused while packing the medicine box. An imperceptible emotion flashed across her eyes. Her cold words concealed an imperceptible gentleness: "Don't flatter me. You only have one life. If you do this again, I can't guarantee that I can save you next time."
After she finished speaking, her eyes met his gentle gaze, and a subtle ripple arose in her heart, as if a stone was gently thrown into a calm lake.
"Yes, I understand. I will be obedient in the future."
He tried to force out a weak smile, but that smile contained his cherishment for life and his expectations for the future.
Wan'er's hand paused slightly, and she raised her head. She met the sincerity in his eyes, and her heart was once again stirred slightly.
"You are all right for now, I will take my leave first."
She frowned, picked up the medicine box, turned around resolutely and prepared to leave.
Li Jingzhao stood there in a daze for a moment. Before he could finish saying "Miss Bai", Wan'er's figure quickly disappeared outside the threshold of Zhang's house.
Shopkeeper Zhang rushed into the room in a hurry, calling out with sweat all over his forehead, "Your Highness."
Li Jingzhao's brows furrowed even more tightly, and his gaze passed through the window and fell on the already silent night: "Did my behavior scare her?"
Shopkeeper Zhang laughed awkwardly twice and didn't dare to respond for a long time. He only felt a subtle awkwardness in the air.
"Am I that scary?"
Li Jingzhao asked back in a self-deprecating manner, with a bit of introspection in his eyes. He glanced at Shopkeeper Zhang and her suddenly cold expression emerged in his mind. He felt mixed emotions.
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On the way home, the moonlight filled the path. Su Yue asked in confusion, "Why are you in such a hurry, young lady?"
Wan'er frowned and did not answer. The doubts in her heart were like a tangled mess, difficult to sort out.
What exactly does Li Jingzhao mean?
Did he have some other feelings for her?
These men's minds are really hard to predict.
If Song Yanyi knew about this, it would be a disaster. I just want to live a few more years in peace.
"If he has any problems in the future, you can go to Doctor Wang to deal with it. You don't have to come to me again."
There was determination in Wan'er's words. She knew that his injuries had actually recovered well, and if he hadn't acted rashly, things would never have turned out like this.
Now that the pharmacy business is booming, Wan'er has hired a new doctor. Taking care of Li Jingzhao's minor injury is really a piece of cake.
Su Yue nodded blankly and agreed: "Okay."
Because of the tossing and turning at night, Wan'er woke up almost noon the next day. After washing up, she hurried downstairs to take care of the shop.
Fortunately, Su Yue is now able to stand on her own and deal with various ladies and rich men with ease, and Doctor Wang's medical skills are also quite good, so common headaches and fevers are no problem at all.
Wan'er felt that the burden on her shoulders had been lightened a lot, and she secretly rejoiced in her heart, thinking that maybe life would be easier now?
However, things in the world are often not as we wish.
"Sister Wan'er!"
A surprised call broke the silence in the store. Wan'er looked back and saw Xie Xiuzhu running towards her like a gust of wind, holding her hand tightly, her eyes slightly red, and she was extremely excited.
"You're really not dead! You're still alive!"
Wan'er quickly covered her mouth and pulled her to the private room upstairs, fearing that this earth-shaking news would cause unnecessary trouble.
"How did you find this place?"
Wan'er was pouring tea for her, feeling uneasy.
Since Xie Xiuzhu was able to find this place, I'm afraid other people in the family will soon notice it.
Xie Xiuzhu drank the tea in one breath, and then said indignantly: "I thought you had an accident. Since you are alive, why didn't you tell me? I was worried about it and couldn't sleep day and night. My eyes are swollen from crying!"
Wan'er forced a smile and comforted her softly, "It's my fault. No matter what happens in the future, I will discuss it with you first."
"Next time?!"
Xie Xiuzhu widened her eyes in surprise.
"There won't be a next time."
Wan'er promised, and was hugged tightly by Xie Xiuzhu. Her slightly choked voice came to her ears: "In this way, I forgive you."
Wan'er couldn't help but chuckle: "You haven't told me yet, how did you find this place?"
"I overheard the conversation between my elder brother and mother by chance. My elder brother is really too much. He found you but didn't take you home. You are out there alone, and it's so worrying!"
Xie Xiuzhu's tone was full of dissatisfaction.
"I'm doing pretty well myself."
Wan'er smiled faintly, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.
Xie Xiuzhu wanted to say something, but she was attracted by the various pearl powders and beauty creams displayed in the store: "Oh, your store is really well decorated, so big, and the goods are all complete!"
Wan'er smiled and said, "Take whatever you like. This is my small compensation to you."
Xie Xiuzhu curiously wandered around upstairs and downstairs, and couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "You are really living a comfortable life out there. Look at these good things and the endless stream of guests. It's much more interesting than my little yard at home."
"You don't know how lucky you are."
Wan'er sighed in her heart, is there any girl in the capital who could be as free and unrestrained as her?
Xie Xiuzhu snorted in dissatisfaction, then became excited again: "How about I come to play with you often in the future?"
Who accompanies whom is indeed a question.
"Why did you come to me?"
Wan'er pretended to be confused.
"Of course I'll be your backer! Don't worry, I'm here. If anyone dares to bully you, I'll teach them a lesson!"
Xie Xiuzhu patted her chest, and a heroic spirit of a man of the world arose spontaneously.
Wan'er laughed, but her heart was warm: "I see, thank you."
Xie Xiuzhu looked around the store and visited every corner until Wan'er reminded her that Song Yanyi was about to arrive at the agreed time, and then she left reluctantly.
Before leaving, Xie Xiuzhu suddenly grabbed Wan'er's hand, her eyes flashing with seriousness: "Cui Rongrong, do you no longer like my elder brother?"