Luo Jun is clearly a celebrity at this private hospital.
Although he hasn’t visited this hospital for at least 1 year and 9 months, his legend still circulates here.
When Qin Huai accompanied him to register, the staff at the window straightened up in shock upon seeing Luo Jun, smiling with six teeth showing, and speaking with a respectful and trembling voice: "Hello, how can I help you..."
The Neurology Department is on the 3rd floor, directly accessible by elevator. There aren’t many people in the hospital, so there’s no need to wait for the elevator. Luo Jun knows the way and leads confidently, with Qin Huai following behind.
Luo Jun heads straight to the consultation room where Qu Jing is, even skipping the formal procedures, and pushes the door open as soon as he sees it’s slightly ajar.
Qu Jing is completely bewildered.
Qu Jing is sitting in front of the computer, with several open medical books on the desk, unsure if they were for reference or medical records. Upon seeing Luo Jun, Qu Jing quickly stands up to pour him some water.
"Mr. Luo, what brings you to the hospital today?" Qu Jing pours a cup of warm water for Luo Jun, and seeing Qin Huai, pours another cup for him.
In the consultation room, Qu Jing is fully geared up with long sleeves, long pants, gloves, and a medical mask. However, this attire is not unusual in the hospital setting.
"Of course, I’m here to see a doctor. I feel like my memory has been failing lately. I can’t even remember the plot of a novel I read in the morning by evening. Could you have a look?" Luo Jun sits down.
Just entered Qin Huai: ...
You claim you’re not a troublemaker, but Mr. Luo, this is pure unreasonable troublemaking!
Obviously, Qu Jing is already used to it.
Qu Jing takes the registration slip from Qin Huai’s hand and says, "Given your symptoms of forgetfulness, why not undergo a full body check? Last time, you only had some basic tests. I’d recommend..."
"No, no." Luo Jun waves his hand. He’s already sacrificed enough by coming to the hospital today; undergoing a full body scan would be a huge loss.
Luo Jun gives Qin Huai a look, signaling him to say something.
What am I supposed to say?
Isn’t this part where you’re supposed to pester and delay with the doctor? When we went over the script earlier, this part didn’t include me.
Qu Jing, focused on the computer, misses their little interaction and smoothly continues: "I’ve found the items you theoretically need to do in the rehabilitation department... it’s quite comprehensive. If you’re sincerely opposed to a health check, maybe just head over there for some massage therapy. The Chinese traditional therapy in rehab is quite effective. You’ve spent so much already; might as well experience it."
"Not going." Luo Jun continues to refuse, "I enjoy spending money, but no chance for the experience."
"So, you’re here today just to inspect my work?" Qu Jing gives Luo Jun a glance, "That’s good too. If you’re willing to frequently leave the house to inspect my work, it could benefit your health."
"At your age, even if walking feels tiring, you should still move around. Staying home every day, lying on the couch or the beanbag, isn’t good for you."
Qin Huai realized, Qu Jing really has a good temper.
He can calmly handle Luo Jun’s unreasonable antics; certainly deserving of the saying, ’Doctor’s Compassionate Heart’.
Seeing Luo Jun simply drinking water without responding, Qu Jing moves her hands from the mouse and looks at Qin Huai: "Why is it Master Qin coming with Mr. Luo to the hospital today? Are Sister Hong and Aunt Zhang both busy?"
"Today my sister started school, and Mr. Luo, being warm-hearted, lent me a car to take her. Since my dad was using the health check card you gave me to visit the hospital, Mr. Luo thought since it was on the way, he might as well come for some massage, so he asked me to accompany him," Qin Huai explained.
Luo Jun opened his eyes wide, looking at Qin Huai incredulously.
Qu Jing was also slightly surprised, glancing at Luo Jun.
"Well, since Mr. Luo hasn’t been out in a while, and Aunt Zhang took a leave to visit the hospital due to discomfort, there isn’t anyone familiar with him. I’m just a temporary helper. Mr. Luo doesn’t feel safe going to the rehab department without a known doctor by his side."
Luo Jun’s eyes widened, almost bugging out like copper bells, struggling to keep his expression neutral, short of spitting fire at Qin Huai.
"I didn’t foresee this. Master Qin, Mr. Luo, both of you stay here a moment. I’ll ask my leader if I can take some time off or switch shifts. If not, you guys head to the rehab department first. My clinic ends at 11; I’ll head over there afterward."
"Don’t worry, Mr. Luo. Our rehab department doctors are very professional. Everyone’s eagerly awaiting your arrival."
Luo Jun felt like he wanted to die.
Qu Jing took her phone to request leave from her leader, considerately closing the door as she left.
Once Qu Jing left, Luo Jun lost it.
"What do you mean?" Luo Jun angrily said, "What do you mean I’m scared? Scared of what? Me, scared? Who am I? Scared? When have I ever been scared in my life?"
Six question marks punctuated Luo Jun’s fury.
"Why don’t you have a look into my past battles, the gunfire and artillery, did I flinch? Afraid of coming to the hospital, of going alone to the rehab department, you’re just..."
Hearing Qu Jing’s footsteps returning, Luo Jun clammed up.
"Master Qin, can you take Mr. Luo to rehab first? I managed to get a colleague to switch shifts with me, but it’ll be another half an hour. In the meantime, Mr. Luo can undergo some basic checks and diagnosis at rehab; I’ll join as soon as I’m done, okay?"
Both looked at Luo Jun.
Luo Jun, still puffed up with anger, squeezed out, "Okay."
Then he walked out without looking back.
Due to his leg condition, he moved slowly.
"It was my oversight," Qu Jing sighed at the door, "I’ve been advising Mr. Luo to get checked for these two years, overlooking that he might be old and living alone, outwardly tough but internally vulnerable."
"Master Qin, you’re quite attentive."
"No, not at all," Qin Huai modestly replied, "Maybe Mr. Luo just enjoys the snacks I make, so he’s more willing to listen to me."
"His willingness to come to the hospital today for treatment is also thanks to you, Dr. Qu. Without your patience and persistence, Mr. Luo surely wouldn’t have wanted to visit."
"Elderly folks are like that, stubborn as they age. Particularly independent-minded ones like Mr. Luo, living alone, I’ve encountered quite a few characters like that," Qu Jing said warmly.
"I remember Sister Hong mentioned that you’re also from the orphanage, Master Qin. You must know how people from unique backgrounds can be sensitive. The kids in orphanages and the elderly in charitable nursing homes actually trait."
"Could you both wait until I’m away to close the door and speak softly? My legs aren’t great, but I’m not deaf, I can hear you!" Luo Jun shouted from about ten meters away.
Although his legs aren’t good, his hearing certainly is.
Qu Jing chuckled, "Mr. Luo, exactly said for you. Hoping you’ll visit often and receive treatment at the rehab department."
"But Dr. Qu, taking leave won’t affect your work?" Qin Huai curiously asked.
"No, because our hospital charges are high, we prioritize patient experience. Patients’ needs are first unless it disrupts normal work."
"We’ve had special, demanding patients like Mr. Luo before, so it’s nothing new to us."
Speaking, Qu Jing scratched her hand through her glove.
After scratching, she straightened her gloves, ensuring they were tucked into her sleeves without any skin exposed.
"Dr. Qu, your UV allergy must be severe?" Qin Huai marveled, "You even need such precautions indoors."
Qu Jing was taken aback, then nodded, "Yes, it’s quite serious. But I wrap up mainly to avoid scaring the patients. Back in school, I scared a classmate once, so I’ve been more conscious since."
"It’s okay, once you get used to it."
"I’ve reached the elevator!" Luo Jun called out at the elevator entrance.
"Dr. Qu, I’ll wait for you at the rehab department. I’m a bit..."
Qu Jing nodded, "Got it, I’ll be there soon."
Qin Huai hurriedly trotted to the elevator entrance, arriving just as the doors opened, and as they entered, Luo Jun couldn’t wait to ask, "So, did it trigger?"
Qin Huai was a bit vexed, "We just chatted for a few lines. It’s not that fast."
"You only needed two lines to get me into that damned rehab therapy, do I think that’s fast?" Luo Jun tried to kill Qin Huai with his gaze.
"Just tell me if it worked or not."
Luo Jun decided to spare Qin Huai’s life just once more.
The next moment, a game prompt sounded in Qin Huai’s mind.
"Congratulations on discovering a new side quest ’Qu Jing’s Trouble.’ Please check the task panel for details."