Shen Liangnian received a call from the hospital at nine in the morning, informing him that his lab results were ready and that he should find time to collect them.
Ever since the company was sold, his workload had diminished, and he was free to come and go as he pleased. So, he drove to the hospital after lunch.
There were many people in the hospital, all waiting in queue to collect their lab results. As Shen Liangnian sat and observed the surroundings, filled with anxious individuals accompanied by their families, he felt an increasing sense of calm.
His number was thirty-seven which meant a long wait. Indeed, he waited an entire hour before it was his turn.
Those in front of him had mixed reactions. Some were relieved to find their fears unfounded while others seemed lost and devastated after their consultations.
When a pretty nurse called out, "Number 37," Shen Liangnian stood up and his movement caught the attention of many eyes.
