Chapter 56: Chapter 53 Xu Li Seriously IllCity First Hospital.

    In the corridor outside the emergency room, a man was pacing anxiously, his gaze nervously fixed on the door of the emergency room.

    This man had a full build and eyebrows like swords; he was Chu Zhongtian, the father of Chu Mengyao and Chu Biyao.

    Ye Fan accompanied Chu Mengyao and Chu Biyao, the two sisters, and rushed to the hospital.

    "Dad, what’s wrong with Mom? How could she suddenly fall ill like this?" Chu Mengyao and Chu Biyao were already extremely worried.

    Chu Zhongtian gathered his uneasy thoughts and didn’t want to appear too weak in front of his daughters. As the family’s mainstay, he had to grit his teeth and hold on. He must not scare himself unnecessarily. Besides, the exact condition of his wife was still unknown, and everything could only be answered after the doctor’s examination.

    "She was fine when she woke up this morning, but then suddenly vomited blood and fainted. We still don’t know what’s happening," Chu Zhongtian tried to calm himself.

    "How could this be? Wasn’t Mom’s health always good?" Chu Biyao murmured worriedly.

    Chu Mengyao was also in a daze, her heart hung in the balance.

    Ye Fan knew what Xu Li’s condition was. He had advised her, but she didn’t take it seriously. Even paying attention to it wouldn’t have made any difference to the illness, just as he said, Xu Li was already critically ill.

    Seeing Chu Mengyao’s anxious expression at this moment, Ye Fan also felt bad. S~ea??h the Novёl?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    "You’re Ye Fan, right? I’ve heard of you. Didn’t expect you’d come too," Chu Zhongtian greeted politely. He didn’t agree with his wife’s decision to drive Ye Fan away. Since Ye Fan had returned to Chu Mengyao’s side, he had no objections.

    Ye Fan nodded without saying anything.

    The door of the emergency room opened, and Xu Li was wheeled out by the doctors.

    "Professor Gao, is my wife’s condition not serious?" Chu Zhongtian asked with a hint of tension.

    Professor Gao, named Gao Mingyuan, wore glasses and appeared to be in his forties, literate and genteel.

    Gao Mingyuan was quite famous for his medical skills in the country. His mentor, Han Guoqing, was the dean of the City First Hospital, renowned both domestically and internationally.

    "Mr. Chu." Gao Mingyuan hesitated a moment, unsure whether to reveal the truth. He had interacted with successful people like Chu Zhongtian, so they knew each other. Generally, anyone wanting to see Gao Mingyuan for a consultation wouldn’t even get a chance to meet him.

    This was because Gao Mingyuan often visited private venues to treat wealthy individuals and government officials.

    Chu Zhongtian could tell from Gao Mingyuan’s expression that the situation wasn’t good. He feigned composure and said, "Professor Gao, speak frankly."

    "Stage IV stomach cancer," Gao Mingyuan uttered these four words.

    Chu Zhongtian’s body went limp, nearly fainting. Gao Mingyuan quickly supported him to sit down beside him.

    "How could this happen?" Chu Zhongtian’s eyes were hollow as he murmured.

    Stage IV stomach cancer is almost a terminal illness, with no chance for complete recovery. Even if treated and survived, there’s no telling how much longer one could live. Xu Li is just forty, in her prime; how could Chu Zhongtian and his daughters accept this outcome?

    "Is there no chance for complete eradication?" Chu Biyao asked in shock.

    She knew the severity of the illness; she asked just because she couldn’t give up hope.

    "You must be Mr. Chu’s daughters?" Gao Mingyuan looked at the sisters. Both were celebrities; just Chu Mengyao, the CEO, was much more famous than him, not to mention Chu Biyao, the big star, whom he couldn’t possibly compare with.

    At this moment, Gao Mingyuan was confused about which sister was the star and which was the CEO.

    Gao Mingyuan wisely refrained from asking detailed questions. Moreover, he could see the sisters’ cold demeanor. If he were to probe their backgrounds now, it would be asking for trouble. Didn’t he see their mother in such a condition?

    The sisters did not respond to Gao Mingyuan’s question. Chu Mengyao said solemnly, "With insurance treatment, how many more years can she live?" Her question was brutal yet realistic; it was what she cared about most. She didn’t want her mother to face any mishap, but the question needed asking, and the hard facts had to be accepted, though tentatively.

    "It depends on the effectiveness of the treatment and her physical condition. I can’t guarantee anything specific," Gao Mingyuan replied truthfully.

    In the ward, Xu Li lay on the bed, looking listless and dispirited.

    A female nurse, lacking tact, rushed to Chu Mengyao, pleading, "Are you the national goddess? My nephew really likes you; can you sign an autograph for me?" Speaking, she took out paper and pen, eagerly looking at Chu Mengyao.

    Chu Mengyao was rather irritated inside. It was one thing for the nurse to mistake her identity, but to foolishly ask for an autograph at such a time!

    "Find somewhere to cool off. Don’t be an eyesore here," Chu Biyao rebuked coldly.

    The nurse wilted and inwardly cursed, "The national goddess is really rude, looking down on us vulnerable groups. Without our support, would you be this famous? Acting all high and mighty, your character isn’t much!"

    Before speaking, the nurse had hesitated for quite a while, but she still found the wrong person, branding the national goddess onto Chu Mengyao.

    "Nurse Wu, do you want to keep working? Get out of here," Gao Mingyuan frowned and reproached.

    The nurse ran out of the ward, feeling wronged.

    "Mr. Chu, you can chat for a while. I’ll consult with my teacher to come up with a complete treatment plan," Gao Mingyuan took his leave, deeply resenting the nurse’s stupidity. The foolish woman—what was she thinking running in to ask for an autograph? This was beyond brainless; it made him very angry. This matter wouldn’t be taken lightly; it had to be dealt with severely. He didn’t want such foolish nurses under his supervision.

    "Mom." The two sisters flanked the bedside, calling out sadly, with tears welling up in their eyes.

    "Don’t wail. I’m not dead yet. Usually, it’s hard to see you two, but now that I’m bedridden, you both show unity, appearing right in my sight," Xu Li weakly spoke.

    She already knew about her condition. Despite despairing, it was futile without acceptance. She could only try to face reality; how many years she could live depended on fate.

    "Mom, what are you talking about? You’ll definitely live a long life," the sisters murmured with grievance.

    Xu Li held back tears from overflowing and said to Chu Zhongtian, "Old thing, after I die, while you’re still young, find yourself another partner. But keep your eyes wide open when choosing someone; if anyone dares bully my two daughters, I’ll haunt you even as a ghost."

    Chu Zhongtian turned his head away, his eyes wet, throat heavy, and didn’t speak.

    "Ye Fan, I’ve treated you poorly. Don’t hold it against me. I’m pleased you’ve come back to Mengyao’s side. After I pass, I won’t be able to bother you," Xu Li slowly said, weakly. "I didn’t believe when you said I was critically ill; now I do."

    "Auntie, don’t say that," Ye Fan’s heart felt heavy too. Honestly, he was confident he could cure Xu Li. But he dared not treat her; it was impossible. His medical techniques were unconventional and weird, primarily involving acupoint manipulation and blood movement, requiring complete nudity and pinpoint accuracy. No room for error. Could he dare act recklessly with Xu Li naked?

    Absolutely not.

    Thus, Ye Fan had the skill to save people but didn’t dare act impulsively.