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

"Zhenghan, what's going on?" Gao Yingting looked at Lu Zhenghan with a puzzled expression.

Lu Zhenghan simply gave Gao Yingting an affirmative look.

"Dean, I'll explain to you later, but the relationship between Xia Qiuran and me is definitely not what they say."

Gao Yingting understood immediately. Putting aside the fact that he knew Lu Zhenghan's character, the woman's helpless and tantrum-like behavior was enough to show what kind of people she was.

"Comrade, are you mistaken? This poor soldier you're talking about has a grandfather who's a high-ranking official in Beijing, a grandmother whose writing can cause a sensation in the literary world, and parents who are scientific research elites. All his work is directly assigned by national leaders, and he himself became a regimental commander at a young age. With such a family background, how did you come to the conclusion that he's poor? And what reason would someone like that have to steal someone else's partner?"

Gao Yingting said to Fan Chunfen in a calm and unhurried manner.

What? This poor soldier actually comes from such a distinguished family background.

Zhao Feng's face turned deathly pale. No wonder he never asked about prices or cared how much things cost when he went to state-run stores before.

In an instant, he felt like a clown jumping around, the one who had risked his entire fortune to challenge someone else's pocket money.

Fan Chunfen's eyes widened for a moment, her lips twitched slightly, and her previous arrogance completely disappeared.

With a family background like that, crushing them would be as easy as crushing an ant.

Xia Qiuran is really lucky; she actually found such a powerful backer.

But if he gave in now, wouldn't that be incredibly embarrassing? So he stubbornly insisted.

"I don't know what you're talking about, but he did hit my son. No matter what, soldiers shouldn't lay a hand on ordinary people like us."

Lu Zhenghan, though not angry, felt insecure and glanced at Fan Chunfen indifferently.

"As I just said, if you have any complaints, we can call all the leaders up and discuss this matter face to face."

Fan Chunfen gripped his sleeves tightly. With such a background, what use would it be to bring 100 leaders? They would only lose even more miserably. He stammered and made up an excuse.

"My son has to go to work, and I have a ton of chores to do at home. I don't have time to talk about these things. Let's just let it go and not hold a grudge."

After saying that, she quickly tugged at Zhao Feng's arm.

Zhao Juhua quickly came to her senses and hurriedly ran away from the hospital.

Seeing the group leave, Gao Yingting also took Lu Zhenghan and Xia Qiuran back to his office.

Several hospital colleagues, their eyes filled with envy, stared longingly at Lu Zhenghan's retreating figure.

Not only are they handsome, but they also come from such good families. If they could marry someone like that, they would be willing to eat nothing but cornbread and pickled vegetables for every meal.

Wu Xue stood to the side, seething with hatred. How could Xia Qiuran, a country girl from the countryside, find such an outstanding partner?

She was born in the city, but could only marry an ordinary worker. She had to be mindful of her husband's mood if she wanted to drink a bottle of soda or eat a skewer of ice cream.

...

In the office, Lu Zhenghan explained the whole story to Gao Yingting.

Gao Yingting sat behind his desk, staring intently at Xia Qiuran and Lu Zhenghan sitting opposite him, seemingly uninterested in what had just happened, but rather investigating something else entirely.

Xia Qiuran blinked nervously, feeling as if Gao Yingting could see through their relationship.

The two people beside him were his superiors. Now, telling the truth was wrong, but not telling the truth was also wrong. He could only lower his head and remain silent.

"Zheng Han, you've been keeping this a secret for a while now. Tell me, when did it start? You've even kept it from me."

Gao Yingting was the first to ask the question.

"Dean, we actually only just got together. We originally planned to go public after a while."

Lu Zhenghan unconsciously rubbed his fingers together, his back tense.

This matter was, after all, false, and I was afraid that saying too much would arouse Xia Qiuran's suspicion.

Gao Yingting chuckled lightly, looking at the two young people in front of him who were both bowing their heads and had flushed cheeks, as if he were seeing his younger self in an instant.

I remember that even though he was already married to Gu Hong, he was still embarrassed to talk about their relationship when others asked him about it. They didn't even dare to get too close in public, for fear of being ridiculed.

"Alright, seeing how nervous you two look, I won't make things difficult for you. Go on, the scenery in our hospital's back garden is quite nice."

The two went outside, and Lu Zhenghan naturally understood Gao Yingting's meaning: he wanted to leave them some time alone.

In the garden, Xia Qiuran asked with some confusion.

"Commander, what brings you to the hospital today? Is someone sick?"

Lu Zhenghan's brows furrowed slightly, his solemn expression seemingly lingering.

"No one is sick, why didn't you tell me about such a big thing?"

Ever since learning from Gu Hong that Xia Qiuran was going to be treated for an infectious disease, he couldn't wait to come to the hospital. He was filled with anxiety and fear the whole way. He didn't know why, but he didn't feel this way when he went to the battlefield back then.

Unexpectedly, Lu Zhenghan still heard about this, Xia Qiuran thought for a moment and replied.

"I've looked at that patient's medical records, and I don't think it's tuberculosis, which is why I dared to say that."

Tuberculosis usually worsens over time, but that patient didn't; he remained in the same state, neither improving nor getting worse.

Therefore, she deduced that it was likely a wheezing disorder that was very similar to tuberculosis, but the specific situation still needed further confirmation.

"Xia Qiuran, I know that treating and saving lives is a doctor's duty, but you are only an intern now, and there are some things you may not understand yet. So if you encounter something similar, you must tell me in advance. Nothing is absolute, and we should always be prepared for the unexpected."

Lu Zhenghan spoke in one breath, his jawline taut, his serious expression showing no sign of relaxation, and his eyes filled with anxiety and unease.

"just in case?"

Hearing this, Xia Qiuran's heart suddenly trembled. Yes, she had been so focused on getting better that she hadn't thought about what would happen if something really went wrong.

Xia Qiuran's expression gradually became serious, and she looked at Lu Zhenghan with great solemnity.

"Commander, if something really happens to me, could I be posthumously awarded the title of martyr or something?"

What?

Lu Zhenghan remained silent for a long time, his brows furrowing even deeper.

After all that talk, this is the principle she came up with.

Seeing Lu Zhenghan's expression, Xia Qiuran thought she had said something wrong.

That doesn't seem right. She's not even a formal soldier anymore, so how could she be a martyr if she died?

"Commander, could the compensation be a bit more? My older brother is still short of money for surgery. His leg injury has been going on for too long. I'd like him to have the surgery in Beijing, where the chances of success will be higher."

Lu Zhenghan is a kind and loyal person. If he were to die in the line of duty, Xia Qiuran believes he would not abandon his family.

As she spoke, Xia Qiuran softened her tone, even adopting a somewhat ingratiating manner.

The money she had saved up, plus the compensation, should be enough for her older brother's surgery. Once his leg heals, he will be able to take care of their parents. She couldn't fulfill her filial duties in her past life, so in this life, she is determined to pave the way for her parents and older brother.

Upon hearing this, Lu Zhenghan felt a sudden pang of inexplicable heartache.

"Xia Qiuran, besides your older brother, have you considered anyone else?"

"And my parents, if that day really comes, my older brother will probably have to suffer." Xia Qiuran answered without hesitation.

Lu Zhenghan: "Anything else?"

"besides?"

Xia Qiuran thought for a moment, then suddenly looked up.

"Oh, right, there's also Little Grass. She should be arriving soon, and we might have to trouble you, Commander."

Lu Zhenghan's face immediately darkened.

They even thought of the neighbors, but not him.