The aloof military doctor arrives at the unit, and the tough guy can't sit still.

Xia Qiuran comforted the patient for a few moments, then turned and left the ward.

Back in the office, Wu Xue immediately stood far away, looking disgusted.

The infectious disease department of the hospital is the place that all medical staff least want to go to. I never expected that Xia Qiuran would take the initiative to ask to go there, and even wanted to cure that tuberculosis in three days. She must have something wrong with her head.

"Dr. Xia, if you don't want to get better, then we all do. There's room in the infectious disease department. Why would you come back here after your appointment?"

When Wu Xue spoke, she deliberately put on a mask, making it seem as if Xia Qiuran had contracted some kind of disease.

Xia Qiuran smiled slightly and deliberately walked closer to Wu Xue before answering.

"Dean Gao only told me to treat the patients there, but didn't change my work station, so of course I have to go back here."

"Besides, the infectious disease department has strict protective measures in place for medical staff to enter and exit for patient visits. Are you questioning Dean Gao's management by saying these things?"

After saying that, he deliberately patted Wu Xue on the shoulder, which startled Wu Xue, who immediately moved to the other side, her eyes filled with anger.

"Don't try to flatter me. I think you're the one who's out of your mind, but if you're sick, don't drag us down with you."

"I said anyone who can cure patients' illnesses must be out of their mind. Dr. Wu, someone like you who has been at the hospital for three or four years and is still just a physician's assistant, unable to see patients on your own, must be a smart person."

Xia Qiuran answered lightly.

I had dinner with Zhong Wenmei these past two days, and she told Xia Qiuran a lot about what happened in the hospital.

Wu Xue was so angry that her hands were trembling. This was her deepest sore spot, and she never expected that Xia Qiuran would publicly bring it up today.

"Xia Qiuran, what's so great about you being an intern? I'm telling you right now, you absolutely cannot cure that tuberculosis." Wu Xue was furious and roared.

"What if I get cured?" Xia Qiuran snorted.

Wu Xue lowered her head and thought for a while, then gritted her teeth and said.

"If you cure me, I'll apologize to you in person."

Xia Qiuran, however, looked disdainful: "Your apology is of no use to me."

Such a bet was less worthwhile to her than a bottle of soda. What difference would Wu Xue's apology make? She didn't care at all.

"How about I apologize to you?"

No sooner had she finished speaking than Bai Xia's sharp voice came from the doorway.

Xia Qiuran glanced at Bai Xia. For personal gain, she didn't even care about the patient's life and safety. Such a person really deserves to be taught a lesson.

"Just an apology in person?" Xia Qiuran asked again.

Bai Xia was surprised by Xia Qiuran's question, her face turned ashen, and her eyes seemed to spit fire.

He practically yelled, "I'll publish an apology in the newspaper, okay? But what if you can't be cured?"

"If it cannot be cured, then do as you please."

Xia Qiuran's gaze swept over calmly, her expression unchanged, yet she seemed to possess an invisible power that made people dare not underestimate her.

"Fine, if you can't cure me, you'd better go back to your hometown right now, and you're not even allowed to go back to the 45th Regiment."

Bai Xia's voice was strong and clear, as if she was determined to kill Xia Qiuran.

Anyone with common sense could tell that this was an attempt to exchange an apology for Xia Qiuran's entire future. Zhong Wenmei kept giving Xia Qiuran meaningful glances, signaling her not to agree.

Wu Xue also revealed a smug smile. Wasn't he very arrogant? This time, I'll teach him a lesson.

If she agreed and couldn't be cured, she would immediately revert to her original village girl form. If she didn't agree, she would be completely suppressed by Bai Xia, and no matter how arrogant Xia Qiuran became in the future, she would be no longer able to mock her.

"Okay, with so many people watching, anyone who cheats will never get a promotion." Xia Qiuran nodded in agreement.

On the surface, this blockade seems to put her at a disadvantage, but if Bai Xia, as the director of the First Hospital, really publishes an apology, her reputation will rise, and many people will definitely come to her for treatment.

With fame comes profit, and if we win this gamble, we'll soon be able to raise enough money for my brother's surgery.

...

Across the street from the First Hospital, Lu Zhenghan sat in his car for two whole hours without getting out.

Looking at the bustling hospital entrance, his eyes were dim and his brows were furrowed, as if he was trying his best to suppress the sadness in his heart.

After waiting a while, they started the vehicle and left.

Half an hour later, carrying a large bag of gifts, they knocked on Gao Yingting's door.

When he came out, Lu Zhenghan had an indescribable expression on his face.

I never expected so many things to happen in the two days I've been interning at the hospital. Why didn't Xia Qiuran tell him anything?

When she came to report to me that day, she didn't seem very happy. If I had asked her one more question, she might have told me everything.

Lu Zhenghan couldn't tell whether he felt guilty or frustrated.

...

When Zhao Feng's mother, Fan Chunfen, learned that her son had been beaten, she rushed from the countryside to the city.

After making inquiries from various sources, it was finally learned that Xia Qiuran is currently working at a hospital.

Fan Chunfen, accompanied by Zhao Feng and Zhao Juhua, stormed into the hospital.

"Mom, maybe we should just forget about it. There are so many people watching, it's so embarrassing."

Halfway there, feeling ashamed, Zhao Feng grabbed Fan Chunfen's sleeve.

Fan Chun didn't care about any of that. Back in the countryside, she was the one who bullied others. When had she ever been bullied like this? She couldn't swallow this humiliation no matter what.

He immediately rebuked Zhao Feng: "What's so shameful about this? You got beaten up, isn't that shameful too?"

"That's right, Xiaofeng. You know how powerful our mom is in the village. What are you afraid of?" Zhao Juhua chimed in, adding fuel to the fire with an indignant expression.

The five hundred yuan that was already a sure thing was gone just like that. I still feel terrible thinking about it now. This time, I'm determined to get the money back no matter what.

Zhao Feng lowered his head and touched his cheek, which still seemed to be throbbing slightly.

Now that Lu Zhenghan is away, it's good to teach Xia Qiuran a lesson and let her know how powerful the Zhao family is. Maybe she'll be scared and come back to his side.

In the corridor, the group happened to see Xia Qiuran on her way to the ward.

Xia Qiuran.

Fan Chunfen immediately shouted and rushed over.

He raised his hand to slap Xia Qiuran as he walked up to her.

Fan Chunfen's loud shout had already attracted the attention of the people in the office, and a large crowd had gathered around.

Wu Xue even burst out laughing when she saw this. She had just taken over the mess of an infectious disease case, and now she was being cornered at the hospital and yelled at. This was truly the most entertaining drama she had seen recently.

Just as Fan Chunfen's slap was about to land on Xia Qiuran's face, Xia Qiuran reacted quickly and grabbed Fan Chunfen's wrist.

"Auntie, this isn't the countryside, where you can throw a tantrum however you want."

"If you slap me across the face, I guarantee you'll be walking through jail tomorrow."

A hint of anger flashed across Xia Qiuran's brows, and her sharp gaze made Fan Chunfen's heart tremble involuntarily.

Feeling somewhat guilty, she lowered her arm, but continued to argue relentlessly.

"Don't try to scare me. I'm not easily frightened. You hit my son, and this can't be left like this."

Fan Chunfen stood with his hands on his hips, looking determined not to give up. Now that Xia Qiuran was alone, even if the three of them really fought, Xia Qiuran would definitely not gain any advantage.

"It was your son who was dishonest first; getting only one punch is too lenient."

Xia Qiuran didn't want to get entangled with these people any longer, so she turned to leave after saying that.

Fan Chunfen thought Xia Qiuran was scared, so he immediately stepped in front of her, a triumphant smile playing on his lips.

"My son is your fiancé, so it's only natural that he would be unfaithful to you."

"Hmph, don't even mention my hands and feet being restless, it would be my duty to pin you down on the bed right now."