"Yes."
William didn't beat around the bush with her. Over the years, he had seen Sheng Xiangsi's suffering.
"Junjun's turn has come!"
"!!"
Sheng Xiangsi was stunned, her eyes quickly reddening with tears welling up.
She struggled to control herself so as not to cry. "This... thank you, Dr. William."
She was too excited, not knowing what to say.
"Why thank me?"
William smiled, "I didn't do anything. The hard work is yours. Now, after the surgery, Junjun won't have to suffer like this anymore."
"Yes."
"Oh, by the way."
William reminded her, "On the financial side, you need to gather the surgery fees as soon as possible."
At his words, Sheng Xiangsi's heart skipped a beat.
The smile on her face froze instantly. Yes, there was still a huge problem—the surgery fee!
Sheng Xiangsi hesitated to ask, "Approximately... how much is needed?"
"Well, 500,000." William gave a figure.
So much!
In fact, Sheng Xiangsi was somewhat prepared for this number, and she had been trying hard to save money.
However, as a single mother, it was already difficult enough to support herself and her child. Besides, there were Junjun's medical expenses, which were not insignificant each month.
Although she lived frugally, the money she saved was still far from enough.
Knowing her financial situation to some extent, William said, "Ms. Junjun, do it as quickly as possible. It could be done in two months if you're quick, or half a year if it's slow."
As a doctor, there was only so much he could do.
"Okay, I understand."
After hanging up the phone, Sheng Xiangsi felt a mixture of joy and worry.
In any case, there was hope for her child now! As for the money... two months, half a year.
How could she gather such a large sum of money in such a short time?
In the midst of her busyness, Sheng Xiangsi didn't forget to make time to visit Fu Mingzhu at the nursing home.
The old lady's health was improving day by day.
"Xiangsi is here." Fu Mingzhu looked much better, with some color returning to her face.
"Grandma."
When Sheng Xiangsi arrived, Fu Hanjiang was also there.
This was the first time they had met since that day at Mi Se.
"Please sit."
Fu Mingzhu took her hand and smiled, "My health is much better now. I'll be able to go home in a while. Thank you for worrying about me."
"I didn't do much..."
"You say you didn't do much? Look at you, you've lost so much weight?"
Fu Mingzhu looked her over, "You've only been back to Jiang City for a short while, and you've lost so much weight."
At her words, Fu Hanjiang suddenly paused.
Looking at Sheng Xiangsi, he couldn't help but think of the street where she lived... He really didn't understand why she insisted on living this way!
Huh.
Fu Hanjiang couldn't help but sneer inwardly. She lost weight? Serves her right! She brought it on herself!
"What are you laughing at?"
Unexpectedly, the old lady heard his cold laugh.
"Grandma, I..." Fu Hanjiang shook his head awkwardly, "It's nothing."
Hmph. Fu Mingzhu pointed at him, "When you leave later, take these things back to Xiangsi."
During Grandma's surgery, many people came to visit her, and naturally, they brought gifts. The room was almost full, and many were given to the doctors and nurses taking care of her.
But even so, there were still too many gifts.
Sheng Xiangsi hurriedly refused, "Grandma, I don't need them."
"They're for you, so take them."
Fu Mingzhu wouldn't let her refuse, "Grandma picked them out for you. They're all suitable for you, food and other things. Don't waste them, take them back to Silver Beach."
Grandma still thought that Sheng Xiangsi was still living in Silver Beach.
After all, Fu Hanjiang had many houses, so when she moved out, it was natural that he moved out.
Seeing that she couldn't push it off, and afraid that saying too much would reveal her flaws, Sheng Xiangsi could only agree, "Thank you, Grandma, then I'll take them."
"Don't be polite with Grandma."
Fu Mingzhu glared at Fu Hanjiang, "Did you hear? Why are you silent? Are you mute?"
"I heard."
Fu Hanjiang reluctantly agreed, "Grandma, don't worry, I'll take them. Is that okay?"
But he sneered inwardly. What was he supposed to take? Would Sheng Xiangsi appreciate it?
After a while, the two got up and left together.
Fu Hanjiang and Sheng Xiangsi, one in front and one behind, moved the things and put them in the trunk.
Then, one drove from the driver's seat, and the other sat in the back seat, heading to West 12th Street, with no communication throughout the journey.
When they reached the alley, the car stopped.
Fu Hanjiang had a dark face, silent, as he took the things from the trunk and placed
"Thank you."
Sheng Xiangsi glanced at the impatient man and smoothed her hair. "Just leave it here; I'll handle it myself."
The man's expression turned even uglier upon hearing her words.
She's going to move it herself?
Carrying such heavy things, walking such a long way, and even climbing stairs? And, she still won't be able to move everything in one trip?
In her eyes, was he just a decoration?
"Xiangsi!"
Regardless of what he was thinking, Sheng Xiangsi bent down, preparing to move the items.
Suddenly, someone called her.
She looked up and smiled, "It's you."
Fu Hanjiang squinted at the skinny and unimpressive young man riding a tricycle, who was approaching.
Sheng Xiangsi smiled at him? Did she know him? What was their relationship?
The tricycle stopped in front of them, and the man got off, looking at Sheng Xiangsi. "Good timing, I was just about to deliver rice to you, afraid you wouldn't be home."
The man was the owner of a nearby rice shop, and Sheng Xiangsi used to buy rice from his store, which also offered home delivery.
"How coincidental," Sheng Xiangsi said with a smile.
The man took out a lollipop from his pocket, unwrapped it, and handed it to Sheng Xiangsi. "Here."
Fu Hanjiang silently thought: Sheng Xiangsi, you dare!
And she did dare!
"Thank you." Sheng Xiangsi smiled as she accepted the lollipop and put it in her mouth.
Fu Hanjiang: !!
Was he dead, or what?
"Tasty, isn't it?"
The man smiled and then lifted a bag of rice. "I'll bring it to you..."
Then he saw Fu Hanjiang and the pile of items on the ground. "Xiangsi, what's this...?"
"Oh." Sheng Xiangsi didn't introduce Fu Hanjiang, just gestured toward the items. "These are mine. I'll move them myself."
"How can that be?"
Upon hearing this, the man said, "You're a girl, and you're so thin. How can you have the strength? Let me do it!"
As he spoke, he bent down and picked up a basket of fruit.
"Hey, there's no need..."
"Put it down!"
Sheng Xiangsi barely had time to speak before Fu Hanjiang's hand grabbed the man's shoulder, his eyes filled with unknown mist.
Dark and gloomy.
She didn't understand. What was wrong with him?
Fu Hanjiang glanced at the man and repeated, "I'll say it again, put it down!"
"Um... okay."
The man's imposing aura was too intimidating, making people feel uneasy. The owner of the rice shop couldn't help but swallow nervously and obediently put down the items.
"And also."
Fu Hanjiang pointed at the bag of rice on his shoulder. "Put that down too!"