novelaction Chapter 196: Not wanting others to know her pain
Chapter 196: Not wanting others to know her pain
This time, Lin Xuan unexpectedly did not ask Ye Wanqing to send him back to the company, as if he had noticed the subtle changes in her heart.
The warm atmosphere of breakfast slowly flowed between the two of them. Until the last bite of the meal was carefully savored, Lin Xuan slowly stood up, gave Ye Wanqing a gentle smile, and said goodbye softly.
The driver had already been waiting quietly in the sunshine outside the villa, so there was no need for Ye Wanqing to go downstairs to see him off in person. Everything was arranged just right.
Lin Xuan's figure gradually went away until it disappeared at the end of the sight. The villa returned to its former tranquility, but it also made Ye Wanqing feel an unprecedented sense of emptiness and loneliness.
She frowned slightly, as if she felt a little overwhelmed by the sudden silence.
Ye Wanqing tiptoed upstairs and took out a soft knitted coat from the closet. It was her favorite off-white color, and it made her look gentle and elegant. Then, she gently closed the door and set out.
When she arrived at the hospital, the receptionist came to greet her and made her a cup of fragrant tea.
Ye Wanqing took it with a smile, secretly admiring the receptionist's attentiveness and thoughtfulness. After all, at this time, a cup of hot tea was far more suitable for her than coffee or hot milk.
The aroma of Biluochun permeated the air. Ye Wanqing took a sip, savoring its unique flavor. Just then, Dr. Guan pushed the door open and saw Ye Wanqing sitting in the waiting area.
"Ms. Ye, so early?" There was a hint of surprise and concern in Doctor Guan's voice.
Ye Wanqing put down her teacup, stood up and greeted him with a warm smile on her face: "Good morning, Doctor Guan. You came quite early today too."
"Yes, I just happened to have some things to take care of." Doctor Guan responded with a smile. As he put on his neat white coat, he gestured for Ye Wanqing to sit down. "You look well. Did you sleep well last night?"
"Well, not bad." Although Ye Wanqing's voice was a little hoarse, she sounded quite energetic. Doctor Guan noticed this and paused involuntarily while flipping through the medical records: "What's wrong? Are you too tired recently, or..."
"Oh, it's nothing serious. I just got caught in the rain a few days ago." Ye Wanqing said lightly, but there was a trace of imperceptible melancholy in her eyes.
Upon hearing this, Dr. Guan suddenly felt an ominous premonition. As a doctor friend of Ye Wanqing's for many years, he knew her living habits and preferences very well.
Ye Wanqing never liked rainy days, let alone going out on them. But now she said she accidentally got caught in the rain. The reason behind this was probably not simple.
"You are so careless! Did you see a doctor in time?" Dr. Guan asked with concern, his tone full of worry.
"It's okay now, it's just a common cold." Ye Wanqing tried her best to sound more relaxed.
However, Dr. Guan was not fooled by her appearance.
He carefully examined Ye Wanqing, his brow furrowing ever tighter. Ye Wanqing's physical condition hadn't improved much, but instead, it was like a volcano that could erupt at any moment, making people worried.
"Wanqing, I really suggest that you consider hospitalization." Dr. Guan finally spoke.
Ye Wanqing's heart tightened when she heard this: "But... I don't want too many people to know about my situation."
She knew that once she was hospitalized, it would be difficult to keep it a secret. Perhaps Qin Zhuyu and the others had noticed something, but at least no one had mentioned it directly yet, so she could continue to maintain that outward calm and strength.
"I understand your concerns, but your health is the most important thing," Dr. Guan said earnestly. "We can try to keep it confidential, but your health can't wait any longer."
Ye Wanqing was silent for a moment, and finally shook her head: "I still don't want to be hospitalized. At least not now."
Doctor Guan sighed helplessly: "Okay, since you insist. I'll prescribe some medicine for you. Starting this week, you have to come to see me for a checkup at least twice a week, okay?"
"Okay." Ye Wanqing nodded and secretly made up her mind to pay more attention to her body.
After leaving the clinic, Ye Wanqing didn't drive away immediately. She strolled in the early summer breeze, feeling the gentleness and comfort of nature.
However, the worry in her heart lingered like a dark cloud. Today's assessment results were not optimistic, and she knew she was back in that familiar predicament.
She carefully folded the diagnosis and placed it in her handbag. Then, she reached out and gently gathered her long hair, which had fallen across her shoulders, securing it with a delicate hairpin. After doing all this, she slowly drove back to the villa.
In the afternoon, the sun was shining brightly and the breeze was gentle. Secretary Zhao led several workers in work clothes, carrying tools on their shoulders, into Ye Wanqing's quiet villa. Their arrival added a touch of busyness to the quiet space.
"Secretary Zhao, you've worked so hard." Ye Wanqing stood at the entrance of the garden, her eyes falling on Zhao Yu. She remembered the proposal that Lin Xuan mentioned in the morning about building a glass greenhouse, and a sense of anticipation welled up in her heart.
"You're welcome, Miss Ye. This is my duty." Zhao Yu responded with a smile. He led the workers to the designated positions and started working.
After completing the handover, he quietly left and returned to his busy office.
In the kitchen, Ye Wanqing was busy preparing soup for dinner. Her figure looked particularly warm in the interweaving of light and shadow.
At the dining table, her phone vibrated softly, but it didn't catch her attention. It wasn't until she added the carefully prepared soup ingredients to the pot, set the timer, and walked out of the kitchen that she caught a glimpse of the missed call on the screen—Lin Xuan.
She gently picked up her cell phone and walked towards the balcony, where workers were busy building her glass greenhouse.
She estimated that if everything went well, perhaps in two days this place would become a sea of flowers; even if there was a slight delay, three days would be enough to make it look brand new.
Today's weather is as bright as her mood.
She pressed the redial button, looking forward to communicating with Lin Xuan again. However, the sound from the other end of the phone was a cold busy tone.
She didn't care, but just moved the computer to the balcony and continued her writing journey surrounded by the fragrance of flowers and sunshine.
The construction of the glass greenhouse was finally completed successfully after three days of hard work.
Ye Wanqing personally took charge and moved these carefully selected roses one by one into this dreamy space.
On Sunday, the villa area was particularly lively with the laughter and joy of each family, while she stood quietly in the sun, admiring the roses that had become even more resilient after weathering the storm. The tender green leaves shimmered in the sunlight, as if telling the miracle of life.
In the evening, Qin Zhuyu's arrival brought some vitality to the quiet night. The two set up a barbecue grill in the yard and enjoyed the food and the warmth of friendship.
The moonlight was like water. Ye Wanqing raised her glass and sipped lightly. There was a faint smile on her tipsy face, but there seemed to be a layer of mist, making it difficult to touch the truth in her heart.
"Wanqing, is your cold really healed?" Qin Zhuyu asked with concern, her eyes full of worry.
"I'm completely fine, don't worry." Ye Wanqing tilted her head and responded to Qin Zhuyu's gaze with a smile, then subconsciously touched her cheek, as if to confirm whether she was really okay.
Qin Zhuyu shook her head, a complicated look flashing in her eyes: "I just feel that your smile is so bright, but it seems like something is missing."
"Really?" Ye Wanqing took a sip of beer, with a barely perceptible sigh in her voice.
Seeing this, Qin Zhuyu took out her cell phone and pointed it at Ye Wanqing: "Wanqing, can I take a picture of you? You are so beautiful tonight."
Ye Wanqing was wearing a pink long dress, half leaning on a chair, surrounded by soft lights, like a fairy in a painting, breathtakingly beautiful.
She smiled and nodded, picked up the wine bottle casually, and turned her head to face Qin Zhuyu's camera. At that moment, she seemed to have thrown all her worries behind her.
Qin Zhuyu pressed the shutter button and secretly decided to share this beauty with more people. After obtaining Ye Wanqing's consent, she posted the photo to her circle of friends, which instantly attracted countless likes and comments.
At this moment, Lin Xuan, who had just come out of a business dinner, accidentally saw Qin Zhuyu's circle of friends. Ye Wanqing in the photo was like the brightest star in the night sky, instantly attracting his attention.
He hesitated for a moment, but finally saved the photo, with an indescribable emotion surging in his heart.
Ye Wanqing was completely unaware of this. She and Qin Zhuyu were enjoying the tranquility of the night in the yard. It was not until late at night that they reluctantly returned to the villa.
On Monday, after sending Qin Zhuyu back to the company, Ye Wanqing drove to the hospital for a routine check-up with Dr. Guan.
Perhaps due to her recent good mood and good sleep, her complexion has improved significantly. Even Dr. Guan couldn't help but praise her for her excellent condition.
After leaving the hospital, Ye Wanqing's phone suddenly rang. It was Li Meng calling. Her face suddenly became solemn: "Wanqing, Su Zimo had an accident during the filming and fell off his horse. Do you need to come over?"
Ye Wanqing's heart suddenly tightened: "What's the situation? Is it serious?"
"The horse was frightened and she fell hard." There was some anxiety in Li Meng's voice, but she did not elaborate.
Ye Wanqing had already guessed what was going on. She took a deep breath and said, "I understand. I'll be there this afternoon."
"Okay, I'll arrange for someone to pick you up."
"No need, I'll go directly to the hospital from the airport." After Ye Wanqing finished speaking, she hung up the phone and drove back to the villa, her heart full of worry about Su Zimo.
Her hurried figure seemed particularly hurried in the afterglow of the setting sun, but she did not notice that on the opposite street, in a black car, Xu Xinyi was quietly watching her.