Chapter 84: Being Cared For
“Speaking of the Qiao family, I noticed that Qiao Xuan was looking at you strangely today. Did he recognize you?” Lu Ying asked with a frown.
Qiao Yue was stunned and asked in confusion, “Recognize me? Have I met Qiao Xuan before?”
Her memory had always been good, and Qiao Xuan was such an outstanding person. She would remember if they had met before.
“Three years ago, at a gathering between Chinese and western medicine practitioners. Qiao Xuan had noticed you then.” Lu Ying replied.
Qiao Yue was really shocked now. Why didn’t she notice that Qiao Xuan was there too? That shouldn’t be the case! She would have noticed someone like Qiao Xuan right away.
Lu Ying saw the shock on Qiao Yue’s face and knew that she had forgotten. So, he cleared his throat and said, “He gave a speech on the first day, but you missed it because you had a cold. There were too many people from the western medicine side over the next two days. He was surrounded by people, so you probably didn’t see him.”
“Eh? Is that so?”
After Lu Ying’s detailed explanation, Qiao Yue did have some impression. She had been very busy then juggling medical school, the organization and KA. She was constantly tired and frustrated; she had no time to pay attention to anything else.
“How did you know he noticed me?” Qiao Yue asked curiously.
Lu Ying’s body stiffened at Qiao Yue’s question. He touched his nose and replied, “I heard about it by chance.”
Lu Ying’s vague answer made Qiao Yue even more curious. She asked further, “Where did you hear that?”
“I don’t remember. I only know that it happened. By the way, you said that your medical skills are so good. Why did they look for me? Don’t they find it troublesome?” Lu Ying changed the subject to stop Qiao Que from asking further.
Qiao Yue glanced at him and replied, “It’s problematic. The more they know, the more they wonder. Besides, the Qiao family doesn’t trust me. Why should I get involved in this mess?”
Lu Ying laughed. “Why did you go back if it’s so problematic. Aren’t you just asking for trouble?”
“No choice. It’s my mother’s dying wish.” Qiao Yue replied.
However, she had another reason to stay here now. What did her mother steal from the Qiao family?
Lu Ying raised his hand and clinked glasses with Qiao Yue. Qiao Yue’s reflection filled his beautiful eyes.
“If you need me, just let me know.” Lu Ying said seriously.
Qiao Yue’s eyes squinched up as she smiled. “Definitely. I don’t need to find anyone else when the miracle-working Dr. Lu is at my disposal. So, I’ll ask you now to give your best when treating Old Master Qiao. That’s already a big help.”
Lu Ying rubbed Qiao Yue’s head and asked, “When do you plan to return to your female form? Aren’t you envious when you see other girls in dresses?”
When Lu Ying mentioned this, Qiao Yue suddenly realized that she hadn’t worn women’s clothes in a long time. However, she didn’t really think about dressing up because it’s more convenient to do things as a boy.”
“It’s quite alright! No plans yet.”
Looking at the time, Qiao Yue gulped down the drink just served by the waiter and got up to pay the bill.
“Leaving so soon? Why don’t you stay a little longer?” Lu Ying asked as he followed behind Qiao Yue.
“If Qiao Jing finds out that I’ve sneaked out, I’ll be in trouble.” Qiao Yue couldn’t help but recall the previous misunderstanding.
“Qiao Jing? Are you afraid of him?” Lu Ying asked in surprise.
Qiao Yue lowered her eyes and smiled. She was not afraid of him but she cherished the special attention that Qiao Jing gave her. She did not want to disappoint him again, so she willingly shackled herself.
“I’m not afraid of him. I just feel that it’s nice to be cared for like that.”
Seeing the smile on Qiao Yue’s face, Lu Ying’s face suddenly darkened, and a bitter smile appeared on his face unwittingly.
“By the way, will only you and Qiao Xuan be allowed in the ward tomorrow for Old Master Qiao’s acupuncture? Or will everyone be allowed?” Qiao Yue suddenly turned around and asked.
Lu Ying stopped in his tracks and quickly reverted his expression.
“Only two people are allowed in the ward. I think there might be other reasons why Old Master Qiao has been unconscious for so long.” Lu Ying replied.
Actually, Qiao Yue had sensed that something was wrong when she heard Lu Ying and Qiao Xuan’s discussion today. It was just that she couldn’t say anything in her position. It seemed that Lu Ying had also sensed it. Everything would be revealed at the acupuncture session tomorrow.