Chapter 688: Chapter 376: Pitiful Even to the Eye
Wen Shulin obediently drank a few sips of water, “Thank you.”
“Why say thank you? Do you feel any pain anywhere?”
Wen Shulin checked her feelings, “Not bad, just a bit tired.”
The anesthesia hadn’t completely worn off yet, and she felt her body was somewhat heavy, and her thinking was a bit slow.
“Then rest a bit more.”
Chen Cheng tucked the blanket around her, “The doctor said that once the anesthesia fully wears off, you might feel some pain, but don’t worry, you’ve already been given pain medication.”
Wen Shulin nodded in reassurance and closed her eyes again.
But the next second, her whole body shivered.
“What’s wrong?” Chen Cheng noticed her discomfort.
Wen Shulin bit her lower lip, too embarrassed to speak, and just shook her head.
Chen Cheng then recalled the nurse’s instructions from not long ago and immediately understood.
He quickly walked to the door, locked it, and returned, “It’s okay, this is all normal.”
Wen Shulin helplessly stopped Chen Cheng’s hand about to lift the blanket, “I don’t want you to see me in such a messy state.”
Chen Cheng smiled gently, “Is there any side of you that I haven’t seen before?”
He removed Wen Shulin’s hand, lifted the blanket, and saw the stains on the waterproof sheet, with not a trace of disdain in his eyes, just a lot of heartache.
“It’s okay, Shulin; this is normal, no need to feel embarrassed.”
Wen Shulin’s eyes turned slightly red; she turned her face away, unwilling to let Chen Cheng see her fragile side.
Seeing this, Chen Cheng said, “Don’t worry, I’ll take care of it quickly.”
He gently lifted Wen Shulin slightly and then carefully pulled the dirty waterproof sheet from under her.
Despite the many times they had been physically close, facing such contact, Wen Shulin for the first time felt embarrassed.
Chen Cheng quickly laid out a new waterproof sheet, rolled up the dirty one, put it in a garbage bag, and covered Wen Shulin with the blanket again, “All set.”
Wen Shulin then turned towards him, “Thank you, honey.”
“Don’t overthink; sleep a bit more.” Chen Cheng sat back beside her, “I’m here with you.”
Wen Shulin reached out her hand, Chen Cheng held it, and she closed her eyes again, soon drifting back into sleep.
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Outside the window, dusk deepened, and the afterglow of the sunset spilled into the ward through the gaps in the curtains, casting long shadows on the floor.
As time ticked away, Wen Shulin’s eyelashes fluttered again, and she slowly opened her eyes.
This time, her gaze was much clearer, without the previous daze and confusion.
She turned to look at Chen Cheng, a faint smile appearing on her lips.
“Hmm?”
Hearing this familiar murmur, Chen Cheng knew that the Wen Shulin he was familiar with had returned.
“Awake?”
Wen Shulin nodded, “Much better, just still a bit tired.”
She tried to sit up but lacked strength.
Chen Cheng quickly supported her, adjusting her pillow to a more comfortable position. “Don’t rush, take it slow.”
Wen Shulin leaned against the pillow, glanced around, and then her gaze fell on the infusion bottle at the bedside.
“The surgery… was it really successful?”
“It was really successful.” Chen Cheng reaffirmed, “I saw that thing with my own eyes; you’re completely free now.”
Wen Shulin’s eyes turned slightly red; she had waited for this day for many years.
“No crying allowed.” Chen Cheng stopped her tears before they could fall, “It’s a happy day today, you need to smile!”
Wen Shulin smiled through her tears, “You just enjoy teasing me.”
“Have you farted yet?” Chen Cheng asked again.
“N… Not yet…”
“Then you can’t eat yet.” Chen Cheng smiled, “When you do, remember to tell me.”
Wen Shulin glanced at him playfully, “You’re just bullying me.”
“Oh? Has my Shulin gotten gentle now?” Chen Cheng teased, “A little surgery, and your temperament has changed. Was it worth it?”
“I’m just too weak right now, otherwise….”
Just as they were chatting and laughing, Huang Zirong came in with a nurse.
“Ms. Wen, how are you feeling?”
“Much better, thank you, Doctor Huang.” Wen Shulin answered politely.
Huang Zirong took out a sealed plastic bag: “The surgery was very successful; this is the removed titanium alloy ring.”
Wen Shulin didn’t want to take it, so Chen Cheng helped her keep it.
“During the surgery, the fallopian tubes were in good shape, with no other abnormalities.”
Huang Zirong continued, “You mainly need to pay attention to post-surgery recovery. We’ve used absorbable sutures, so there’s no need for suture removal. The wound will heal on its own after some time.”
“In the next few days, keep the wound clean and dry to avoid infection.
Also, since we used pneumoperitoneum during the surgery, you might experience shoulder or abdominal distension post-surgery. This is normal and usually resolves on its own in a few days. If the pain is severe, please tell the nurse, and we can provide pain medication.”
As Huang Zirong spoke, she checked Wen Shulin’s abdominal wound, ensuring the dressing was intact with no bleeding.
“Things look good so far; you don’t need to worry.”
Wen Shulin thanked her again, “Overall, the surgery was very successful, and the recovery is going well. In the coming days, we will closely monitor your situation, so please inform us of any discomfort in a timely manner. Maintaining a positive and optimistic attitude will aid in recovery.”
“Okay, thank you, Doctor Huang.”
Wen Shulin immediately asked, “Doctor, how soon can I be discharged?”
“No rush; let’s observe for a few days. If no complications arise, you should be able to leave in about a week.”
“Alright.”
Chen Cheng added, “Don’t worry about work for now; focus on recovering first.”
“I’ll listen to you.”
Huang Zirong smiled at the couple in front of her, “Mr. Chen, take good care of her, and keep an eye on her mood.”
“I will, Doctor.”
“Then rest for now. I’ll check on you again first thing in the morning.”
After they left, Wen Shulin turned to look at Chen Cheng, staring intently.
“What’s wrong?”
“Where will you sleep tonight?” Wen Shulin asked.
Chen Cheng pointed to the small bed beside, “Right there.”
“Isn’t that a bit cramped for you, big boss?”
“Oh! Isn’t this the same for you, my big boss, sleeping in a tight space?” Chen Cheng brought over some water, “I’ve accepted my fate.”
“It really is a squeeze for you.”
Chen Cheng laughed heartily, “That’s more like the Wen Shulin I know!”
Wen Shulin also laughed, about to sip from the straw, but paused.
“Feeling uncomfortable?”
“No, I need to use the bathroom.”
Chen Cheng said, “Just go here, it’s fine.”
“How do I do it here?”
“You already did earlier; I even changed it for you.”
“What?” Wen Shulin’s face turned crimson, unable to believe she did that, “On the… bed…?”
Chen Cheng smiled mischievously, “Yes, the evidence is still there!”
Wen Shulin glanced at the trash can and turned even redder.
“Help me off the bed…” she said hesitantly, “I… I don’t want to do it this way.”
Chen Cheng put away his joking tone and said tenderly, “Alright, give me a second.”
Wen Shulin saw Chen Cheng about to leave, “Where are you going?”
“I’m going to lock the door.”
“Why lock the door?”
“You’re not wearing pants.”
“What?!”
After relocking the door, Chen Cheng came to the other side of the bed and carefully helped Wen Shulin down.
Due to the anesthesia, Wen Shulin’s body was still weak, so she could only reach out and wrap her arms around Chen Cheng’s neck.
Chen Cheng also wrapped his arm around her waist, guiding her step by step towards the bathroom.
“Where are you looking…” Wen Shulin said, embarrassed.
“Oh, such long, beautiful legs swaying in front of me, how could I not look?” Chen Cheng replied teasingly.
Wen Shulin hummed twice and then walked into the bathroom, where Chen Cheng helped her sit on the toilet.
“You’re still looking? Get out.” she noticed Chen Cheng hadn’t left.
Chen Cheng raised an eyebrow, taking two steps back, “Really, don’t mention it.”
“Mention what?”
“Your sickly charm, it really makes one feel sorry for you~”
“Annoying~! Get out!” Wen Shulin exclaimed with a flushed smile, “At times like this, you’re still joking!”
Chen Cheng turned and left, not forgetting to say, “Call me when you’re done~ don’t push yourself too hard!”
“Got it, honey!”
Wen Shulin laughed heartily, knowing that this man would be with her for life.