My Medical Skills Give Me Experience Points Chapter 1370 543: Motives Unclear, the Gradual Retirement of the Veteran (Part 2)

This gesture shows respect for his girlfriend. Jiang Wei discreetly inquired with Qiao Yu and the others. "Is Boss Zhou already married? His wife is so beautiful!"

"He's not married yet, but I've heard wedding bells are in their near future. Their love is truly worthy of envy," Qiao Yu commented, a hint of wistfulness in her voice. Yang Zhi added from the side, "Our boss is so outstanding; the woman he chooses must be equally remarkable!"

"Does she bring him food every day?" Jiang Wei's attention shifted to Zhou Can. "Pretty much every single day! Lots of colleagues in our department admire their affection for each other; it's often spoken of as a beautiful love story," Ma Xiaolan answered. She herself is now in a relationship with an equally accomplished boyfriend, a Ph.D. holder from abroad. Consequently, within the team, Ma Xiaolan likely feels the least envy towards Zhou Can and Su Qianqian. When one possesses their own happiness, the desire to envy others naturally diminishes.

Jiang Wei promptly approached Zhou Can and Su Qianqian. "Hello, I'm a new surgical nurse on Dr. Zhou's team. My name is Jiang Wei. I just heard about your wonderful love story with Boss Zhou, and I was so touched and envious. May I get acquainted with you?" Jiang Wei offered a smile as she addressed Su Qianqian. "Hello! It's a pleasure to meet you!" Su Qianqian confidently extended her hand for a handshake. In terms of charm, appearance, and poise, Su Qianqian truly outshines most others. Even someone as capable as Jiang Wei seemed to pale slightly in her presence.

"I'm hosting a dinner for the team colleagues tonight, would it be convenient for you to join? I can tell that you are not only a successful woman but also very adept at managing a household. I'd love to learn from you, hoping to find my own ideal soulmate soon." Jiang Wei began showering Su Qianqian with compliments. However, unlike others, her praise focused not on Su Qianqian's beauty, but rather on her success as a woman and her domestic skills. These specific compliments were clearly more likely to please Su Qianqian. A woman as beautiful as Su Qianqian must have received countless compliments about her looks throughout her life. At this stage, she likely cares less about her physical appearance. Her greater concern is not being perceived merely as a pretty face. Jiang Wei's praise of her accomplishments and household management skills targets precisely the areas Su Qianqian wishes to highlight but which outsiders rarely acknowledge.

Jiang Wei's compliments undoubtedly struck a chord with Su Qianqian. They instantly fostered a greater liking for Jiang Wei, shaping a particularly favorable initial impression. "Would it be appropriate for me to join your team dinner as a family member?" Su Qianqian rarely attended such colleague gatherings, but this time, she unusually agreed. Jiang Wei is indeed quite something. "It's not only appropriate, but it would also satisfy everyone's curiosity about you a little! It just depends on whether you are available," Jiang Wei cheerfully referred to her as "sister-in-law."

"Alright, I won't stand on ceremony then!" Su Qianqian nodded in agreement. "Zhou Can, do I have your consent to go?" She was always so shy and reserved around strangers. At home, she sweetly called him "dear," but in public, she used his full name. "You make all the important decisions at home, so you don't need to ask me at all," Zhou Can replied, already engrossed in his meal. The dishes prepared by his girlfriend were perfectly seasoned to his liking, making them exceptionally delicious. "Haha, it seems sister-in-law holds a stable position in the family! I must learn this skill well," Jiang Wei chuckled softly, covering her mouth with her hand. They quickly hit it off, conversing happily, while Zhou Can simply focused on eating and listening. Sometimes, establishing a connection doesn't necessarily stem from shared interests or personalities. It can arise from one individual possessing a higher level of understanding and the capacity to accommodate the other. This is often described as compatibility from a higher perspective.

Jiang Wei was clearly a remarkably insightful woman. Her knowledge, foresight, understanding of people, and composure all surpassed those of Su Qianqian, and even Zhou Can. Such an outstanding individual choosing to work with Zhou Can made him wonder if he truly possessed such charisma. If Jiang Wei had hidden motives, what could she be seeking? A salary of three hundred thousand yuan annually? She could easily secure that elsewhere, perhaps even more. "I'm finished eating. Jiang Wei, why don't you and Qiao Yu go ahead and order, and Qianqian and I will join you shortly?" Zhou Can handed the thermos to Su Qianqian. "Alright!" Jiang Wei agreed with a nod and glanced over at Su Qianqian.

"Sister-in-law, why don't you join us? Meeting you felt like we instantly clicked, and I'd love to continue our conversation!"

"No problem!"

Su Qianqian readily accepted the invitation.

At this juncture, Zhou Can found it difficult to object.

Su Qianqian didn't have many close female friends, so allowing her to engage more with the outside world seemed beneficial.

However, deep down, Zhou Can harbored some reservations. His girlfriend, being kind and innocent, and with Jiang Wei's background still largely unknown, made her effusive warmth from their first encounter seem somewhat questionable to him.

Then again, it was entirely possible, as Jiang Wei stated, that they genuinely did hit it off immediately.

Zhou Can then proceeded to check on the patient wards, but that's a separate narrative.

The patient in Bed 21, following Jiang Wei's prescribed diet therapy, was observed to be recovering at a noticeably accelerated pace.

Their energy levels had improved considerably, and a healthy color even began to return to their complexion.

Furthermore, the patient's family remarked on a significant increase in intestinal gas.

This, too, was viewed as a positive sign.

Enhanced intestinal motility aids in expelling gas, thereby supporting the recovery and function of the intestines.

This is especially critical for patients who have undergone intestinal repair surgery.

Drawing from Zhou Can's clinical experience, if a patient who had gastrointestinal surgery were to fast for more than two days, careful attention must be given to the gradual decline in intestinal function. It's akin to an adult remaining sedentary for too long; their resolve weakens, and their physical capabilities diminish.

The intestines behave similarly. Intestinal fluid secretion will gradually decrease, villi will start to atrophy, and intestinal motility will slow down.

All these factors contribute to a weakening of the patient's post-operative digestive capacity.

This creates considerable hurdles for the patient's recovery after surgery.

For ICU patients who are unable to consume food for extended periods and depend on intravenous fluids for sustenance, preserving intestinal function becomes even more paramount.

Witnessing the concrete positive impact on the patient in Bed 21, Zhou Can couldn't help but develop an even greater respect for Jiang Wei's exceptional nursing abilities.

Having a nurse with such refined skills on the team was undoubtedly a boon for the patients under their care.

After concluding his ward rounds, Zhou Can made haste towards the location Qiao Yu had provided.

He arrived at a restaurant situated less than 200 meters from the hospital, where a table laden with dishes awaited, presenting quite a feast.

Moreover, the meal was thoughtfully balanced in terms of nutrition.

One could instantly recognize Jiang Wei's meticulous planning behind the spread.

Su Qianqian and Jiang Wei were seated together, and Wei Fang had also been invited to join them. Additionally, Qiao Yu, Ma Xiaolan, and the others present clearly held Jiang Wei in high regard, thoroughly enjoying their conversations.

It was evident that Jiang Wei had naturally become the focal point and center of the gathering.

This innate talent for effortlessly commanding attention is a rare quality.

"Boss Zhou, as the leader of our surgical team, you ought to occupy the most distinguished seat. Everyone has reserved this spot specifically for you! Please, take a seat! Since sister-in-law manages the household affairs so capably, Boss Zhou can fully dedicate himself to his work, making her truly indispensable. I propose a toast to both of you. Given the nature of our profession, let's opt for soft drinks instead of alcoholic beverages."

Right from the outset, Jiang Wei raised a toast to Zhou Can and Su Qianqian.

The atmosphere was convivial and harmonious.

If the circumstances allowed, Zhou Can would have gladly indulged Jiang Wei with drinks, hoping to uncover more about her background.

"Dr. Zhou, our surgical team has been fortunate to gain an exceptionally skilled surgical nurse. I have a request for you."

Qiao Yu turned her gaze towards Zhou Can.

"Please, go ahead!"

Zhou Can's heart gave a slight jump, a flicker of concern crossing his mind that Qiao Yu might be contemplating resignation.

"Previously, I hesitated to take time off, fearing it would impede your surgical efficiency if I wasn't present. However, with someone now available to fill my role, I wish to request some time to pursue my personal aspirations. May I have at least two days off per week?"

Qiao Yu had been diligently studying advanced nursing curriculum and English, with the intention of pursuing further studies abroad.

Her previous work schedule had been exceptionally demanding, forcing her to confine her study sessions to the limited time available after her shifts.