This person is clearly a male protagonist in a female-oriented novel, yet he is excessively lucid.

As the mediation ended and Yu Chenzhou stepped out of the courthouse, a system notification sounded in his mind, indicating that he had successfully obtained three chances to win a prize.

Including the number of pulls I've accumulated so far, I've just enough for one 10-pull.

Unfortunately, now is not the time for a lottery.

Chen Xiaoxiao invited him to a quiet teahouse in the suburbs for afternoon tea, and to discuss her illness.

Yu Chenzhou guessed that Chen Xiaoxiao's purpose in contacting him was most likely related to the fans causing trouble, and based on the principle of taking advantage of the situation, he accepted the invitation.

More than half an hour later, Yu Chenzhou arrived at the teahouse, followed the waiter through the corridor into the reserved private room, and pushed open the wooden door and then gently closed it behind him.

Chen Xiaoxiao, who was sitting by the window opposite, immediately took off her sunglasses, her eyes filled with undisguised surprise, and her tone was excited:

"Dr. Yu, you've really surprised me!"

You've been hiding this for too long!

"If I hadn't been investigating the cause of the fans' disturbance at the company and found that video while scouring the fan groups, I would never have believed that you were such a loyal fan of mine."

These words hit Yu Chenzhou like a stone thrown at him, leaving him stunned and frozen in place for several seconds.

Because it's not what he guessed!

He was convinced that Chen Xiaoxiao was looking for him because of the trouble he had caused in the fan group a few days ago, and that she was there to demand an explanation and settle scores with him.

But after hearing these words, only one thought remained in his mind:

"I can't believe your nonsense! You actually believed this rubbish!"

Xiao Yilin knew he was acting from the very beginning of the video, but unexpectedly, it turned out to be "concrete evidence" from Chen Xiaoxiao.

The thought flashed through his mind, and Yu Chenzhou's gaze toward Chen Xiaoxiao subtly changed, a hint of barely perceptible sympathy hidden in his eyes—the ancients were right, big breasts really do mean no brains.

But he was, after all, a man who had seen it all and possessed the composure of an "Actor-level" performer. He understood the principle that life is like a play and one must first demonstrate their acting skills, and he quickly suppressed his unusual behavior.

The next second, he immediately switched expressions, his face plastered with just the right amount of honor, and sighed helplessly:

"There's nothing I can do. I'm not young anymore, and my girlfriend is very jealous and strict."

If she finds out I'm a fan of yours, she'll definitely make me go to the supermarket and buy the biggest durian ever—she gets the meat, and I get to kneel on the skin; that's not a pleasant experience.

Now that you've caught me, I'm finally free.

You might not understand, but this kind of secretive, clandestine fandom is truly exhausting to act out.

As he spoke, Yu Chenzhou deliberately relaxed his shoulders, his face showing a look of relief as if a heavy burden had been lifted.

His gaze was fixed on Chen Xiaoxiao, and the "sincerity" in his eyes was almost overflowing, perfectly capturing the "fan's calm yet embarrassed expression after his idol has discovered his secret".

"I understand. Many of my fans are in the same situation as you. They are either afraid that their partners will be jealous or that their families will not understand, so they can only support me secretly."

Chen Xiaoxiao nodded with deep feeling, her tone sincere and gentle, completely unaware of the pretense in Yu Chenzhou's eyes.

"It's good that you understand, it's good that you understand."

Yu Chenzhou quickly followed up on her words, feigning empathy and sighing.

"To be honest, I used to think that being a celebrity was glamorous, but now I understand how difficult it is for you. Even we fans have to be so careful when we follow our stars, so the pressure you have to deal with must be even greater."

Chen Xiaoxiao sighed softly, picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and her tone was full of undisguised helplessness:

Every family has its own troubles; life is not easy for anyone these days.

Enough of these sentimentalities, let's get down to business.

Her tone suddenly changed, the gentleness on her face faded, and her expression became more serious.

"After the farce of the fans causing trouble, my company finally relented and stopped obstructing my treatment."

The entertainment industry changes so fast these days that I've decided to get treatment to keep up with the times.

I completed the admission procedures at your hospital yesterday, but Dean Lu told me that treatment cannot be carried out for the time being.

Because you, as the attending physician, have been the subject of a complaint, you are currently suspended from duty for reflection.

She paused, a clear look of exasperation crossing her face, and couldn't help but rub her temples and mutter to herself:

"I just want to get treatment peacefully and recover properly with the doctor's help, so why is it going to be so complicated and difficult!"

"Hey, this really isn't my fault."

Yu Chenzhou immediately chimed in, his tone full of helplessness, his face instantly transforming into one of grievance and sadness, his eyebrows drooping.

"I was only thinking about the patient's well-being and putting her life and safety first in everything I did, but unfortunately she didn't appreciate it. Instead, she thought I was deliberately making things difficult for her and turned around and complained about me. It really broke my heart."

"Ms. Chen, please be my judge."

A while ago, our department admitted a pregnant woman with heart disease who was about to give birth.

All the test results showed that her physical condition was fully capable of supporting a smooth delivery.

Wait until you've recovered for a while after childbirth before having a heart transplant; this will significantly reduce the risks.

But she and her family insisted on doing the cesarean section and heart transplant together, saying they wanted to create a miracle and were afraid of suffering from a second surgery.

Just think about it, a major surgery is fraught with unpredictable changes, requiring the entire medical team to do their utmost to deal with unexpected crises. Imagine two highly complex surgeries combined – the risks increase exponentially!

When he got excited, Yu Chenzhou's voice was filled with exhaustion and grievance.

His fingertips, clenched under the table, turned white, and his knuckles turned blue. As soon as he finished speaking, he slammed his hand on the table.

The porcelain cup on the table made a soft "clink" sound as it was shaken, and a barely concealed redness welled up in his eyes:

"As doctors, even though we are used to seeing life and death in the clinic and have long since developed a calm demeanor, deep down we still hope that every patient can be discharged from the hospital in good health and reunite with their families."

But they just wouldn't listen! Not only did they gamble with their own lives, but they also used their unborn children as stakes.

Tell me, is this something a parent should do?

Yu Chenzhou took a deep breath, his chest heaving slightly with emotion, his voice filled with resentment and indignation:

"I was just angry for a moment, watching them joke around with two lives."

My attitude was a bit harsh, my tone was a bit harsh, and I repeatedly emphasized the risks. As a result, they turned around and submitted a complaint letter to the National Health Commission, saying that I had a bad attitude and was deliberately shirking responsibility.

What's most infuriating is that, in order to quell the situation, the higher-ups didn't listen to my explanation at all and directly suspended me from my duties to reflect on my actions.

I am truly heartbroken and furious; all my good intentions have been completely wasted.

Yu Chenzhou lowered his eyes, staring at the wood grain of the tabletop, his fingertips unconsciously tracing the cold edge of the table. His voice lowered, yet it carried a chilling helplessness:

"I'm even considering leaving this industry now."

Having practiced medicine for so many years, I've seen all sorts of storms, but the feeling of being misunderstood by patients and unappreciated by superiors is the most hurtful. It's more exhausting than working on the operating table for over ten hours straight.

After saying that, he angrily raised his hand and slammed it on the table. He controlled the force just right, expressing his resentment without losing his composure, and perfectly conveying his grievance and unwillingness.

Upon hearing that Yu Chenzhou was considering giving up practicing medicine, Chen Xiaoxiao panicked instantly, and her body subconsciously leaned forward.

After all, if Yu Chenzhou really leaves, who will treat my illness?

So, her voice filled with urgency and earnestness, she quickly began to comfort her:

"Dr. Yu, please don't think like that!"

Practicing medicine is your original aspiration; you can't just give up like this!

Seeing Yu Chenzhou look up, his eyes filled with confusion and exhaustion, completely devoid of his usual composure and competence, Chen Xiaoxiao softened her tone, speaking gently yet firmly, with deep empathy:

I understand the grievances in your heart.

Anyone who is genuinely concerned for the patients and speaks a little harshly out of concern for them, only to be complained about or misunderstood by their superiors, would feel disheartened and disappointed.

But you can't let this one incident negate all the perseverance and dedication you've put in over the years. Those you've saved remember your kindness.

She paused, picked up her teacup to refill Yu Chenzhou's cup, and continued to patiently persuade him:

"You just said that you don't want to see patients gamble with their own and their children's lives. This respect for life and concern for patients is the most precious original intention of a good doctor."

Over the years, I've seen many doctors who, after spending so much time in the field, become numb and perfunctory, simply following procedures.

Yet you are still anxiously worried about the patient's safety, and you are also saddened by the lack of understanding.

This shows that you have an inherent passion for practicing medicine, and you must not lose that passion.

"Patients and their families have their concerns. Perhaps they are afraid of suffering from a second surgery, perhaps they have believed one-sided opinions from others, or perhaps they are too anxious and lose their composure."

They only considered things from their own perspective, ignoring the risks of the surgery itself, and failed to understand the concern behind your eagerness.

Complaining about you might just be a momentary impulse, and doesn't necessarily mean I truly disagree with your medical skills or intentions.

Chen Xiaoxiao deliberately slowed down her speech, each word revealing sincerity, wanting only to completely dispel Yu Chenzhou's thoughts.

"As for the leaders, they have too many things to weigh in their positions. They have to consider the patients' emotions and maintain the hospital's reputation. Perhaps they are just temporarily appeasing the patients, not that they do not really agree with your professional judgment."

Once things have calmed down, find an opportunity to communicate properly with your superiors and explain the pros and cons clearly. They might understand your good intentions.

Upon hearing this, Yu Chenzhou relaxed his furrowed brows, his tense jawline softened, and the gloom in his eyes dissipated somewhat, appearing to have been persuaded.

Seeing that her words had an effect, Chen Xiaoxiao pressed her advantage and added:

"Think about it carefully. In all your years as a doctor, how many lives have you saved?"

Don't you count the patients you pulled back from the brink of death, the people who came for follow-up visits with banners of appreciation and gratitude, and the families who were given a new lease on life because of you?

Just because of this one instance of being misunderstood, are you willing to give up the profession you love and abandon the patients who are still waiting for your treatment?

Yu Chenzhou fell silent at the opportune moment, the pressure on his fingertips gradually loosened, and the bluish-white discoloration on his knuckles slowly faded.

The redness in his eyes had not completely dissipated, but he had lost some of his previous resentment and gained more emotion and contemplation, as if he was seriously weighing the meaning of this profession.

Seeing this, Chen Xiaoxiao said softly:

"I know you're upset, you've been holding back so much grievance, it's good to talk about it."

Don't get stuck on a rut, and don't easily say goodbye.

"You're such a good doctor. If you were to leave us, it would not only be a regret for you, but also a loss for all your patients."

Seeing that the emotional buildup was in place, Yu Chenzhou immediately dropped his dejected look, straightened his gaze, and regained his composure, speaking with sincerity and earnestness:

"You're right. I can't easily give up my ideals that I've held onto for so many years just because of someone else's temporary misunderstanding or grievances."

Ms. Chen, thank you. Your words have been a wake-up call, and I feel much better after hearing them.

At this point, his tone abruptly changed, a hint of difficulty flashing across his face. His gaze fell on Chen Xiaoxiao, and his voice carried a mixture of reluctance and helplessness:

"Unfortunately, I'm afraid I won't be able to take over your treatment anytime soon."

You've probably heard some rumors; I recently sued a group of internet celebrities who were maliciously spreading rumors about me.

They harbored resentment and, fearing the consequences of losing the lawsuit, ruined their reputations. So they used their connections to ask a leader in the National Health Commission to intercede on their behalf, forcing me to withdraw the lawsuit.

My refusal to compromise angered them, and this suspension is mainly due to that.

so……"

He deliberately left half a sentence unsaid, allowing the suspense to build.

Yu Chenzhou deliberately didn't explain the details of suing the internet celebrity and participating in mediation, intentionally leaving a lot of blanks for Chen Xiaoxiao to guess.

Because sometimes, even if the information given by others is true, it is hard not to have doubts and feel that it is deliberately trying to gain sympathy.

However, if the other party is allowed to analyze and deduce the conclusions themselves based on subtle clues, they will believe it without a doubt and may even take the initiative to assume the role of "standing up for you".

This is precisely the main reason why he patiently accompanied Chen Xiaoxiao through this "fan and idol" drama.

He had originally planned to settle old scores with Zhang Zijian after he had finished dealing with his current lawsuit, but now that the gun had been delivered to his door, he might as well use it.

After all, the dirty tricks and shady dealings Zhang Zijian did out of pettiness, once exposed to the public, would be enough to ruin his career and make it impossible for him to ever stand in the industry again.