[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film-":3,"chapter-from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-82":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","From the God of Medicine: A Journey Through Film and TV Worlds",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2334008,4564,"Chapter 82: The Car Is Rented","from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-82",82,"\u003Cp>Another beautiful rest day arrived; early in the morning, Wang Yan and Andy went through their usual morning exercise and breakfast routine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In apartment 2202, the place was bustling with noise and activity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer and Qiu Yingying had to work overtime as usual; the commotion made Fan Shengmei’s attempt at a lazy morning sleep impossible, so she reluctantly got up and stared blankly at the several luxury designer bags Wang Baichuan had given her, lying on the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t know what she was thinking, shook her head irritably, got up, and went out to wash up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Fan Shengmei come out, Guan Juer said, “Sorry, Sister Fan, I disturbed your rest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei smiled and shook her head. “It’s fine, I’ve slept enough. But you two—Little Guan, your year-end evaluation is coming up, I get it. But Qiu Yingying, what’s your excuse? Wang Yan is your boss and treats you so well. I understand you want to improve, but working nonstop on weekdays is one thing; why work on your rest day?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, don’t talk about me—go wash up, Sister Fan.” She’d said it so many times already, she didn’t want to repeat it. Still, she couldn’t understand what Fan Shengmei really thought—sometimes relying on herself, sometimes chasing after some good man. Qiu Yingying grinned foolishly: “By the way, Sister Fan, I think Wang the handsome guy, Wang classmate, and you make a really beautiful couple. And he treats you so well—he even gave you those expensive bags without hesitation.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer added from the side: “Yeah, Sister Fan, Wang classmate really cares for you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s not as much as you two think. I bet he’s just stirred up some old feelings in me—not genuine. With his condition, there are plenty of girls around him; why would he even bother chasing me?” In the bathroom, Fan Shengmei rubbed her face, unwilling to talk about Wang Baichuan, and changed the subject: “Lately, I haven’t seen Wang Yan, Andy, or Qu Xiaoxiao much—especially Qu Xiaoxiao, that troublemaker. How come she’s so quiet?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer said: “The other day I saw Andy and Brother Wang having dinner downstairs at our company. I haven’t seen Qu Xiaoxiao either, and she hasn’t been feeding the stray cats lately.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Yingying saw Wang Yan every day and hadn’t noticed anything unusual. After thinking a moment, she said: “Yeah, when Brother Wang arranged meals with us, wasn’t Andy there at his place? Qu Xiaoxiao really hasn’t shown up much.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Forget Qu Xiaoxiao—that annoying girl. It’s better she’s not causing trouble.” Fan Shengmei said. “But don’t you think Andy and Wang Yan are getting close?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I think it’s fine. I haven’t been up early lately, but originally, Brother Wang and Sister Andy always exercised together.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Come on, eat up, Guan Guan, time’s running out. I’ve always thought Brother Wang and Sister Andy are perfect for each other.” She turned to Fan Shengmei in the bathroom: “Just like you and Wang the handsome guy.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei laughed and shook her head: “Just eat your food—you’re the one talking about Little Guan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Yingying smiled and said nothing more, shoveling food into her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, a knock came at the door. Qiu Yingying ran to open it: “Sister Andy, we’ll be ready in a sec.” Then she dashed back to her room to pack up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andy had work today too, and since it wasn’t far, they’d agreed to go together. “No rush, we’ve got plenty of time,” Andy called out loudly, then nodded to Fan Shengmei, who had just come out: “How’s it going with that Wang classmate?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did Little Guan tell you?” Seeing Andy nod, Fan Shengmei shrugged: “It’s not even real yet—what progress could there be? We’re just getting to know each other.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andy was about to reply when Qiu Yingying, backpack on, shouted: “Guan Guan, let’s go, let’s go!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Coming, coming! Sorry, Sister Andy!” Guan Juer ran out and apologized to Andy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s fine, still early.” Andy shook her head and said to Fan Shengmei: “We’re off then. Bye, Sister Fan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Bye, Sister Fan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei waved goodbye: “Bye.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the closed door and listening to the laughter outside, Fan Shengmei sighed: “Youth is so wonderful~” She turned back to her room and began fussing with her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next room, Qu Xiaoxiao, still asleep, frowned at Qiu Yingying’s loud voice outside but didn’t wake up, rolling over to continue snoring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since the GI project failed, Qu Xiaoxiao’s father had been displeased with her, and Andy had also developed a negative opinion. Qu Xiaoxiao decided to cool things off—for now, when she was already annoying everyone, pushing herself forward would only make things worse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For over a week, Qu Xiaoxiao had spent every day dining, drinking, and partying with friends, venting her inner frustrations and burning off excess energy—until she was utterly worn out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, her phone rang repeatedly. Qu Xiaoxiao, eyes closed, groaned and fumbled around for her phone, but after searching for a long time, she couldn’t find it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ringing continued. Reluctantly, Qu Xiaoxiao opened her eyes, her hair a mess, and got up, following the sound until she finally found her phone—thrown on the floor, hidden under her clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She picked it up, glanced at the screen, rolled her eyes, and answered: “Mom~~ Why are you calling me so early?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Early? Look what time it is…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mom, if you don’t say what you want, I’m hanging up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re such a child… Fine, Xiaoxiao, come home for dinner tonight. I’ve sounded out your father—he’s softened a bit. You really need to show some sense. Why do you keep hanging out with those bad friends? Look at…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Xiaoxiao cut her off: “Alright, Mom, I got it—I’ll be home tonight.” She hung up immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting on the floor, she thought about how to handle her father, but then felt hungry and dizzy. She shook her head, got up, washed up, and went downstairs for breakfast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the door of apartment 2202, she remembered Qiu Yingying’s voice from her morning dream. Wondering what her neighbors had been up to lately, she stopped in front of the door and knocked loudly: “Bang! Bang!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei, busy with her face, heard the noise, got up, opened the door, and stared in surprise at Qu Xiaoxiao, whose eyes were dark-circled and face sallow: “Well, if it isn’t Miss Qu! What happened to you? You look terrible!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring Fan Shengmei’s teasing, Qu Xiaoxiao said: “Sister Fan, I’ll treat you to breakfast. You coming?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re being this nice? You’ve got an agenda. If you don’t explain, I’m not going anywhere with you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Xiaoxiao snapped: “What bad intentions could I have? I just haven’t seen you in a while—I want to catch up. Are you coming or not?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei sized Qu Xiaoxiao up and down, shrugged, and said: “Fine, I’ll go with you—I haven’t eaten yet. Let me get ready.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Xiaoxiao peered into the room from the doorway: “Sister Fan, are you alone here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei, washing her face, replied: “Only you and me on the whole 22nd floor—they’re all at work.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, I see.” Qu Xiaoxiao thought a moment and said: “Let’s plan a time soon—I’ll treat all of you on the 22nd floor to dinner. We haven’t gotten together since last time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t mention Wang Yan at all. Lately, Yao Bin hadn’t shown up either—she didn’t know why. The investigation into Wang Yan had gone nowhere; probably he turned out to be too powerful, and Yao Bin was too embarrassed to tell her. Qu Xiaoxiao wasn’t stupid—Yao Bin had been beaten and didn’t press charges; she, who’d lost face, wouldn’t pick a fight. She knew her limits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sure, let’s find a time later,” Fan Shengmei said, putting on her shoes. “Alright, let’s go.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they walked, chatting and laughing, Qu Xiaoxiao asked Fan Shengmei about recent events—mostly about Andy’s whereabouts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just outside the compound, Fan Shengmei spotted Wang Baichuan on the roadside talking on the phone. She greeted him, quickly shooed away the troublesome Qu Xiaoxiao, smoothed her hair, and gracefully walked over to Wang Baichuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Fan Shengmei wasn’t paying attention, Qu Xiaoxiao smirked, pulled out her phone, snapped a quick photo of the car, and sent it to Yao Bin to check it out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Yao Bin had been slow to reply lately, Qu Xiaoxiao called him directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The call connected. Before he could respond, Qu Xiaoxiao said: “Hey, Yao Bin, did you see the photo I just sent? Quickly check the car’s details for me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a pause, Yao Bin said: “Alright, wait a moment.” He still couldn’t bring himself to refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s going on with you lately? Why are you so slow? You’re never around. When I call, you’re always busy—what’s up?” Getting the answer she wanted, Qu Xiaoxiao fired off questions rapidly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yao Bin was about to explain when Qu Xiaoxiao cut in: “Alright, that’s it—hurry up, and I’ll treat you to dinner later.” Then she hung up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding her phone, Yao Bin’s expression was grim. He exhaled deeply, sent the photo to a friend to investigate, waited a bit, then forwarded the results to Qu Xiaoxiao. He tossed the phone aside and sat there staring blankly. Memories surfaced—Wang Yan’s voice echoed in his ears…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back home, Fan Shengmei rubbed her clothes, thinking about how Qu Xiaoxiao had discovered Wang Baichuan’s car was rented—her embarrassment and humiliation. She thought of Qu Xiaoxiao’s words about work, salary, beauty, freedom, and living boldly. She recalled Wang Baichuan’s naive promises in college, his impressive display upon their reunion, and now—his car was rented…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A phone rang, interrupting her. Seeing it was Wang Baichuan, she steeled herself and answered. Clearing her throat, she said: “Hello…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hanging up, Fan Shengmei thought: “Better to have a dead horse to ride than an empty window. Better to have a date than rot at home.” She turned and hurried back to her room to put on makeup.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Qu family villa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Xiaoxiao whined: “Dad~ I didn’t mean for the deal to fall through, I really didn’t~ Please don’t be mad, okay~” She swayed her father’s arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, Lao Qu, Xiaoxiao’s doing this for the first time—she’s never handled anything like this before. Some setbacks are inevitable.” Qu Xiaoxiao’s mother chimed in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Xiaoxiao sniffled, playing the victim: “Yes, Dad~ I really want to work, to help you and Mom. You’re getting older, your hair’s turning white—I don’t want you to be so tired, Dad~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Yongquan sighed. He couldn’t withstand this flimsy cotton-padded jacket. Helplessly, he said: “Xiaoxiao, after this, you know your own limits.” Seeing tears welling in her eyes and her mouth opening to cry, he quickly added: “Forget your company. Just follow my original plan—become Assistant Regional Commander manager at the company, assist Uncle Wang, and learn from him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, Dad! Under Uncle Wang, I’m just a decoration—I’m never assigned anything! When will I ever improve? Give me another chance, Dad!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Yongquan frowned: “This is childish. This time—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Dad~ You let Qu Lianjie run his company even though it’s bleeding money—what’s wrong with me? I just failed once!” Before he could finish, Qu Xiaoxiao burst into tears: “Dad, look at him—he has luxury cars and villas. What do I have? I live in Happy Song, drive a crappy car—you’re biased!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whenever this topic came up, Qu Yongquan struggled. He thought Qu Lianjie was losing money, yet Qu Xiaoxiao thought he was biased. He glanced at Qu Xiaoxiao’s mother, who sat quietly eating, eyes downcast. After years together, he knew exactly what that meant—she was watching his reaction. If he failed, the household would be in chaos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, she was his own daughter. Qu Yongquan sighed: “Alright, alright, stop crying. Keep your company—I’ll give you another investment as startup capital. Deal?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, Qu Xiaoxiao’s tears turned to smiles. She beamed and licked her lips: “Thank you, Dad! I knew you loved me the most! I love you!” She leaned over and kissed him on the cheek with her greasy, meat-stained lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Yongquan pretended to be disgusted as he wiped his face: “You’re such a big girl—look at yourself. I’m serious this time: you must work hard. If you don’t understand something, ask your father.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Xiaoxiao happily chewed her food and replied: “Got it, Dad.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Come on, Lao Qu, try this dish—the cook made it especially well today.” Qu Xiaoxiao’s mother picked up a chopstick and placed a bite on Qu Yongquan’s plate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dining table atmosphere improved. The three of them laughed and chatted as they ate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That night, having manipulated her father, Qu Xiaoxiao returned to Happy Song, triumphant and satisfied, ready for a good night’s rest. Tomorrow, she’d plan her grand blueprint; the day after, she’d launch her big campaign.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as she reached the compound gate, she saw Fan Shengmei, slightly unsteady, waving goodbye to Wang Baichuan and a client.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smiling, Qu Xiaoxiao stepped forward to introduce herself to Wang Baichuan, took the silk scarf Fan Shengmei had left behind, handed him a business card, and caught up with the tipsy Fan Shengmei ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since the others were still working overtime, Qu Xiaoxiao disdainfully escorted Fan Shengmei back to her room. She glanced dismissively at the scattered clothes, shoes, and bags, then walked away, twisting her not-so-slim waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, afternoon, at a private restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Yingying happily ate and said: “Didn’t you regret missing last time? But don’t be upset—this meal’s even better than last time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, it’s delicious. Yingying, eat more,” Guan Juer replied, not paying attention to Qiu Yingying—she was staring thoughtfully at Wang Yan and Andy across the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After serving Wang Yan a dish, she noticed Guan Juer staring blankly at Andy and asked: “What’s wrong, Little Guan? Why aren’t you eating? What are you thinking about?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Andy so naturally serve Wang Yan, Guan Juer couldn’t hold back any longer—she’d burst if she didn’t ask. After hesitating, she said: “Brother Wang, Sister Andy, can I ask you something?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andy smiled brightly at Guan Juer but said nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yan knew exactly what she wanted to ask. He took a sip of wine and nodded: “Yes. Exactly what you think.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer exclaimed: “When did this happen, Sister Andy? How did we never notice?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andy smiled: “It’s been a while. We’ve both been busy, especially you—you haven’t been up for morning runs lately. It’s normal you didn’t notice.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“See, Guan Guan? I told you—Brother Wang and Sister Andy are perfect together.” Qiu Yingying, who had finally understood, didn’t find anything odd—she thought it was natural, inevitable. She shouted: “Come on, Brother Wang, Sister Andy, cheers to your happiness!” She filled her cup and took a big gulp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After urging her to drink less, Wang Yan, Andy, and Guan Juer each took a sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We were just guessing whether you two were together—never thought you already were!” Guan Juer said happily, then quickly waved her hands in apology: “Sorry, Brother Wang, Sister Andy—we didn’t mean to gossip behind your backs.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yan waved it off: “It’s fine. Why be embarrassed? Eat, eat.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The table atmosphere warmed up. Qiu Yingying and Guan Juer began asking endless questions about how the two had gotten together. The meal, filled with laughter and chatter, lasted until evening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back at Happy Song, Wang Yan and Andy were tenderly exchanging affection, while in apartment 2202, the conversation was lively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei asked in surprise: “Really? They’re actually together?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer nodded: “Yes. Sister Andy said it’s been a while. I didn’t ask, but I bet it started when they traveled together last time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sister Fan’s sharp—you noticed signs so early,” Qiu Yingying grinned. “But I’m not bad either—I’ve always said Brother Wang and Sister Andy are perfect together.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer looked at Fan Shengmei and said: “By the way, Sister Fan, should we tell Brother Wang about that man we saw downstairs last time?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Shengmei glanced at Qiu Yingying: “Are you stupid? That’s just a regular friend of Andy’s. Why tell Wang Yan?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But you didn’t say that last time, Sister Fan?” Guan Juer asked, puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Just don’t mention it. Andy’s not like that—why worry?” Fan Shengmei said, glancing again at Qiu Yingying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a helpless eye roll, Qiu Yingying said, “Alright, you two, do I really seem that gossipy?” Seeing their identical stares, she added, “Fine, maybe I used to be, but now I can definitely keep my mouth shut.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll give you the benefit of the doubt this once,” Fan Shengmei tapped Qiu Yingying’s forehead, then slumped onto the table. “Sigh, both of them are rich—just look at their lifestyle, hmm…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guan Juer said, “Sister Fan, I think Brother Wang and Sister Andi truly love each other.” She then recounted everything she’d learned tonight to Fan Shengmei, while Qiu Yingying added details from the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After listening, Fan Shengmei said, “Hmm, maybe they truly love each other—but it’s still the love of two rich people.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Yingying thought for a moment: “But Sister Fan, isn’t Brother Wang really good to you? He bought you that expensive bag, and yesterday he gave you a silk scarf. I think you two are quite well matched.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shaking her head, Fan Shengmei said, “You don’t understand—women like this…” Then she began to pour her thoughts into the two of them.\u003C\u002Fp>",2893,"2026-06-20T21:08:40.823Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","7ce7768781a23dd1c631eb56998ba3629e07eccfb88f3a60322ac6d3b5c37830","from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-83","from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-81",1000,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffrom-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--cover.jpg"]