Chapter 53: Now That This Is Over, Let It Go!

Director Zhang saw Meng Shutang staring at Doctor Huo, thought she doubted his ability, and immediately explained.

Meng Shutang felt embarrassed to interrupt; it was again for her mother's treatment, and she hung up at once.

She had told Xin Xin that when Mom hangs up it means she has something to attend to, and will call back once it's over.

Xin Xin behaved and didn't call again.

"Miss Meng, Doctor Huo may be only 31, but he studied under the German master of neuro‑rehabilitation, a globally recognized top expert; within the field he's called 'the one who snatches people from Death's hand.'"

Moreover, he's a prodigy; he began studying and researching neurosurgery at age 14.

When she heard he entered university at 14, Meng Shutang was stunned.

Previously, when she went out with Gu Yunci, she kept hearing Shen Duan and others talk about a childhood friend abroad who was a prodigy doctor.

It can't be such a coincidence, right?

During the time Director Zhang and Meng Shutang were talking, Doctor Huo completed a full‑body examination for Zhou Xingfan.

"The situation isn't the worst."

After speaking, he turned to Meng Shutang and said, "Miss Meng, when do you have time? We'll discuss a treatment plan for your mother."

Meng Shutang didn't hesitate, "Right now works."

Doctor Huo hadn't expected her to agree so quickly. "Hmm…" he mused, "I just got off the plane and haven't seen the patient's full file yet. How about this: come to my office tomorrow afternoon, and we'll discuss in detail."

Meng Shutang, "Okay."

Doctor Huo left the ward for his office and ran into Gu Yunci in the corridor, saying, "Given the current situation, the coma has lasted too long; the chance of waking is almost nil."

Gu Yunci replied, "I called you over not to hear this."

Doctor Huo halted, furrowed his brows, and said, "I'll talk to her first, see if she can bear it."

Afternoon.

Meng Shutang saw that Zhou Xingfan's condition was stable; another top doctor arrived at the hospital, and after Chen Man came, they returned to Wanxing Ge.

She had just put on white gloves to restore a porcelain piece when Gu Yunci pushed the door open.

She saw him, set down the porcelain, and walked over.

Gu Yunci, after seeing her, was terrified, fearing she might pick something up and smash him, and told her to scram.

But she, poised and courteous, said, "President Gu, could you come see the progress of the porcelain restoration?"

Gu Yunci felt a sudden thump in his heart.

Yesterday he had been tossed a flower and a glass of orange juice, leaving him sitting sulkily all night.

But now he realizes that her not hating, not caring, is what hurts the most.

He always thought he was calm and restrained, but at this moment he understood that in temperament and concentration, Meng Shutang surpasses him by hundreds of times.

Whether at work or privately, when facing her he can never stay unemotional.

Regardless of four years ago or now.

But Meng Shutang is different; her boundaries are clear, and she still lets go of him.

Meng Shutang saw him not reply, only looking at her, "President Gu, although my mother has been ill these past few days, I won't delay the process. In ten days I'll definitely deliver the finished product to you."

Gu Yunci hastily nodded, turned, and left.

Meng family garden.

Bai Lianyue saw Bai Cixian about to go out and asked, "Today is Saturday, no work; where are you going?"

Bai Cixian turned, saw Bai Lianyue draped in a white velvet shawl standing on the spiral staircase, and said, "Jiangcheng Yiyuan."

Bai Lianyue doesn't like Jiangcheng Yiyuan; the name reminds her of Zhou Xingfan.

"What are you going there for?" she asked, descending slowly, the little sheepskin shoes clacking on the floor.

"I had a miscarriage that damaged my fundamentals, so I'm going to see a doctor to restore my body."

Bai Lianyue frowned, "People say that, and you actually believe it!"

It wasn't even a real miscarriage!

Bai Cixian looked at her impatiently, "Mom, what are you trying to say?"

Bai Lianyue sat down, "The night before last, your dad randomly mentioned Meng Shutang, and his words were full of praise for her."

He also said, "If you really can't win over President Gu, then just give up."

She paused, "Daughter, I've thought seriously, and I think he's quite right."

These years I've been mingling in the rich‑wife circles; besides President Gu, there are many fine young masters. If you're interested, those aunties would gladly act as matchmakers.

Bai Cixian replied, "Those guys indulge in food, drink, and women—everything—so I can't stand them."

Bai Lianyue provoked her, "Since you can't stand them, just like last time, drive Meng Shutang away and make sure she never returns."

I'll give you a month; if you can't do it, you'll die for Gu Yunci's heart thereafter.

Bai Cixian said, "Now Wanxing Ge is eight zhang away from the Gu Clan building and has no business dealings with the Gu Clan; how am I supposed to chase them away?"

Having said that, she grabbed her bag and left.

Bai Lianyue wanted to look for her, but thinking of Zhou Xingfan lying there half‑dead made her feel nauseous, so she frowned and went upstairs.

Bai Lianyue wanted to go find her, but thinking of Zhou Xingfan lying there half-dead, she felt nauseous, furrowed her brows and went upstairs.

Doctor's office.

Doctor Huo, sitting opposite Meng Shutang, said, "I've examined the case carefully and think your mother still has a chance of waking, even though it's extremely slim."

Huo Yanchen sat facing Meng Shutang, "I carefully examined the medical records, I think your mother still has a chance to wake up, although this chance is minuscule."

"But if we use our newly researched awakening medicine, the outcome would be completely different.

"Slowly it may take half a year; quickly, three months, and she could wake up."

Meng Shutang, excited, "Really, Doctor Huo? That's wonderful."

Meng Shutang, excited, "Really, Doctor Huo? That's wonderful."

Don't get excited yet; the latest awakening drug is just a small part of the treatment process. The best wards, the best doctors, long-term VIP care, senior nurses, nutritional meals, rehabilitation equipment, and neurological regulation therapy all need to keep up.

Meng Shutang nodded, "As long as it can wake my mother, I'm willing to try any price."

"Even if it ends in nothing, are you still willing to pay the cost?"

Huo Yanchen looked at her, asking word by word.

Meng Shutang understood what he meant, nodded firmly, "Willing."

"Since that's the case, please sign this document."

"Before signing, I still need to emphasize, Miss Meng, there is no absolute hundred percent in medicine."

"Our team will do our utmost, but we must tell you the truth—I also cannot guarantee that your mother will wake up."

He pushed a document toward Meng Shutang.

Meng Shutang took it, "I know."

While she was flipping through the signature, Huo Yanchen glanced outside, "I heard that man outside is your ex-husband?"

Meng Shutang's hand didn't stop, "Let Doctor Huo laugh, he indeed is my ex-husband, but we have no relation anymore."

"Regarding anything about my mother, just come to me; no need to pay attention to him."

After signing, Meng Shutang left.

Gu Yunci saw her walk away, then entered the office.

"I'm not satisfied with your earlier statement; six months is too slow."

Huo Yanchen stood up, filed the document, "I said, that's the slowest time."

Gu Yunci sat down in the white chair opposite the desk, shoulders straight, bearing noble and aloof; just sitting silently, he exuded an aura that kept strangers at bay.

Huo Yanchen didn't look at him, "There are still projects abroad; I will use my utmost ability and the shortest time to let the patient awaken."

As he spoke, he turned, looking at the man propping himself on the table standing firm, "I just probed indirectly earlier; she has not the slightest bit of you in her heart."

"Once this matter is settled, you should also let it go!"