{Chapter: 240 Time is wasted?!}
Holding the stethoscope against Lin Yuan's chest, Jiang Rou's eyes lit up with a kind of thrill rarely seen in professional settings.
From his navel to his ribcage, she carefully moved the cold metal head of the stethoscope, listening with extreme focus and curiosity. Every small area seemed to reveal some new and intriguing detail. She felt as if she had discovered a priceless medical treasure, something worthy of long-term study.
Her slender fingers pressed gently against Lin Yuan's chest, instinctively following the rhythm of his heartbeat. Her touch was soft, almost therapeutic, resembling the careful strokes of a soothing massage. It wasn't just medical—there was an odd intimacy to the way she worked.
Of course, Jiang Rou was no ordinary doctor. She was a striking beauty with an undeniable air of elegance and intelligence.
But Lin Yuan didn't allow her to continue for too long.
Before she could get too absorbed, he gently reached out, grasped her hand, and softly pushed her back by the shoulders.
"Dr. Jiang," he said in a calm, composed voice, "I'll let you study my strange condition more thoroughly after you help Wanxi with her operation. That's what's most important right now."
"Ah! I'm sorry! I was just… I got too caught up in the moment," Jiang Rou stammered, withdrawing her hand in embarrassment. Her face turned slightly red, and she lowered her gaze. "Please forgive me."
She realized she had been overly enthusiastic—almost as if she were using her medical profession as an excuse to get too close. The thought made her feel a little guilty, as if she had crossed a professional boundary.
Jiang Rou reminded herself that Lin Yuan had probably invited her based on her renowned medical skills. Being from Yanjing, she was well-known in elite medical circles. Still, she wondered if he was aware of her strong personal interest in strange and complicated illnesses. It was this curiosity that often made her behave… differently around unique patients.
She didn't want him to misunderstand.
Trying to correct her earlier behavior, Jiang Rou leaned forward slightly and asked sincerely, "Young Master Lin, um… after I complete the operation, would you allow me to study your condition in more detail? I really feel that it's quite serious, and I might be able to help in some way. If it's not too inconvenient, that is."
She did her best to portray a warm, professional demeanor—a caring and dedicated physician who simply wanted to help. But she wasn't aware of the amused glint in Lin Yuan's eyes.
To him, Jiang Rou looked less like a physician and more like a hungry Grandma Wolf who had just found a cub.
Still, Lin Yuan smiled gently and agreed. "Of course, Dr. Jiang. I'll leave it to your capable hands."
Seeing her visibly brighten at his response, Lin Yuan knew she had taken the bait. She was already completely invested in the "strange illness" he had fabricated.
"I'm really not in a rush to treat my own condition," Lin Yuan added. "Please focus your efforts on ensuring Wanxi's surgery is a complete success."
Jiang Rou nodded with renewed determination. "Don't worry! There's practically no risk involved. The procedure is very routine for me, and the success rate is easily 99%," she said with confidence, flashing a bright, reassuring smile.
Lin Yuan's concern touched her more deeply than she expected. The way he prioritized Qiu Wanxi's well-being over his own made Jiang Rou's heart soften.
If she were reading this scene in a romance novel curled up in bed, she would probably be in tears by now.
A few minutes later, Qiu Wanxi returned to the room after completing her radiology scans.
Jiang Rou quickly reviewed the CT scan results and X-rays, and after a brief pause, she nodded in satisfaction. "Everything looks great. It matches exactly what Young Master Lin told me earlier. The test results confirm the same diagnosis."
Qiu Wanxi beamed proudly. "Of course! It was Young Master who told me all about my condition. He's the most amazing person in the world!"
Hearing this, Jiang Rou looked up in surprise and turned her gaze toward Lin Yuan. "Wait, the diagnosis you told me earlier… that came from you personally?"
Lin Yuan nodded casually.
"Young Master Lin… do you have medical training?" Jiang Rou asked, clearly stunned.
She had assumed the precise and accurate diagnosis must have come from a prestigious, elderly traditional Chinese medicine expert. After all, the alignment between Lin Yuan's earlier explanation and the official scan results was uncanny.
Lin Yuan simply smiled. "Well… I know a little. Don't worry. I'll just be watching quietly during the operation. I won't disturb you."
Jiang Rou was left speechless. Her admiration for him deepened once again—not just for his calm and collected manner, but also for his unexpected depth of knowledge.
And once again, she felt a peculiar mix of professional fascination and personal admiration toward this mysterious young master.
Although the success rate of the operation was as high as 99%, Lin Yuan knew all too well that nothing in this world could ever be guaranteed. Accidents, no matter how rare, could still happen—especially in matters of life and death. That was why he insisted on being present during Qiu Wanxi's surgery. If something unexpected occurred, he wanted to be there to intervene. He hated leaving things to chance.
"Alright," Jiang Rou nodded respectfully, understanding his concern.
After witnessing Lin Yuan's remarkable insight into Qiu Wanxi's condition earlier, she was confident that with him watching over things, there would be no complications.
Still, Jiang Rou couldn't help but find it odd—how could someone so talented in medicine not understand the illness plaguing his own body? Her curiosity about Lin Yuan's so-called "strange disease" only deepened.
Soon, Qiu Wanxi was gently transferred onto the operating table.
Her fingers trembled slightly, and her eyes revealed a trace of nervousness. It was her first time undergoing surgery, after all. She had never experienced anything like this before. But then her gaze landed on Lin Yuan, who stood calmly nearby with a reassuring smile on his face.
The moment their eyes met, Qiu Wanxi's anxiety melted away.
She forced a sweet, radiant smile to her lips and looked at him with gentle determination.
'You can do this,' Lin Yuan didn't speak, but his eyes and the encouraging thumbs-up he gave her conveyed everything she needed.
Qiu Wanxi's lips curled upward in a soft, confident smile as she gave a slight nod in return.
The operation began shortly after.
As soon as the surgical tools were in hand, Dr. Jiang Rou's entire demeanor shifted. She became fully focused, her expression turning professional and composed. All thoughts of Lin Yuan's charm or his mysterious condition were pushed out of her mind. Her only concern now was her patient.
This moment showed her strong commitment to professional ethics and her integrity as a doctor.
Qiu Wanxi lay still on the table, her breathing steady. The surgical equipment used was state-of-the-art, personally bought and selected by Lin Yuan to ensure only the best was used for her treatment. Nothing was spared when it came to Qiu Wanxi's well-being.
Jiang Rou's medical technique was exquisite. Her hands moved with precision and grace, performing each step with practiced ease. Thanks to her skill and the advanced equipment, Qiu Wanxi didn't feel any pain during the operation—just a little discomfort now and then.
Knowing that Lin Yuan was nearby, watching over her with unwavering attention, filled her with warmth. Every time her eyes fluttered open and she caught a glimpse of him, she felt surrounded by sweetness and security.
Soon, the operation came to an end.
Everything had gone smoothly, just as expected. With a success rate so high and everything prepared down to the last detail—from the top-tier surgeon to the most advanced medical tools—it was no surprise that the procedure was a success.
Once the medical staff had finished and quietly left the room, Lin Yuan stepped forward and approached the bedside.
"Young Master…" Qiu Wanxi called out softly the moment she saw him, her voice weak but filled with affection.
Lin Yuan reached out gently, brushing her hair aside with the back of his hand. "How are you feeling?" he asked in a calm, soothing voice.
"Hmmm… I don't feel much," she replied honestly.
But in her heart, Qiu Wanxi was smiling. 'If I had to say something… I only felt your sweetness the whole time, Young Master.'
She had braced herself for a painful and difficult experience, but everything had been handled so perfectly. Lin Yuan's care and attention throughout had made her feel treasured.
He had ensured that she was treated with the utmost care, even bringing in one of the best doctors in the country to handle the operation. She hadn't expected to feel so safe and protected.
Lin Yuan gave her a soft smile and gently stroked her hair. "Get some good rest now."
"Mm… Doctor Jiang said I shouldn't move yet," Qiu Wanxi nodded obediently, her cheeks a little red.
"Then take it easy and don't worry. The cake shop isn't going anywhere, and business has been doing well even without you," Lin Yuan reassured her.
"Master, are you… are you really going to stay with me?" Qiu Wanxi asked, surprised and touched. "If you have something important to do, I can stay here by myself. I don't want to waste your time…"
Feeling the warmth of his hand on her head, her heart was full.
Lin Yuan chuckled softly. "Are you saying that spending time with you is a waste of my time?"
"No! I didn't mean it like that," Qiu Wanxi said quickly, shaking her head slightly.
Lin Yuan smiled and leaned closer, gently pinching her soft cheeks with both hands. "Then stop saying silly things. I'm exactly where I want to be."
"T-Thank you, Young Master… Thank you for staying with me," Qiu Wanxi whispered, her eyes growing moist with emotion.
Although she had already given her heart to Lin Yuan a long time ago, moments like this deepened her devotion even more. She felt lucky, cherished, and incredibly loved.
Looking at her lovingly, Lin Yuan said, "Come on, give me your hand."
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