Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 1169: Targeted by Someone

Xinyan found herself agreeing with her grandfather's perspective. After all, the world is inherently unpredictable, and no one can offer a guarantee of perpetual family prosperity or the uninterrupted smooth sailing for future generations.

Nevertheless, Xinyan's curiosity burned even brighter regarding the exact nature of those treasures that seemed to drive people to madness.

Perhaps this upcoming journey to Sichuan would provide the answers she sought and help her unravel the mystery.

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City Second People’s Hospital

Zhang Yueshan assisted his mother into the hospital premises, instructing her, "Please have a seat here and wait a moment. I'll go register us."

Granny Zhang's brow furrowed slightly. "We could have simply applied some medicinal oil and rested for a few days. Why must we waste money like this?"

Zhang Yueshan understood his mother's frugal nature. "It's better to have a doctor examine it to be certain. Do you truly wish to hobble your way to Xinyan's wedding?"

The mention of Xinyan prompted Aunt Zhang to smile. "Alright, stop dawdling and make haste with the registration."

Zhang Yueshan chuckled inwardly, reflecting that Xinyan held a more significant place in his mother's heart than he, her own son.

He then stood and proceeded towards the registration area.

Fortunately, the queue was not lengthy, and his turn arrived swiftly.

Just as he was about to state his need for an orthopedics registration, a staff member carrying small change approached the window clerk next to him, remarking, "The fellow pursuing Deputy Director Shen is here again."

"Really? Didn't Deputy Director Shen already reject him? Why does he still persist?"

"Isn't it because Deputy Director Shen has a good job and income? He himself cannot have children and wishes for someone to help raise his family's offspring."

"Deputy Director Shen is truly unfortunate. She was previously married to that man and was nearly hounded to death by her mother-in-law and sister-in-law. Now, Mr. Hu and his sister are after her."

"Lower your voice. If Director Hu overhears this, she might cause trouble for them."

"I'm not wrong, am I? She's truly something, having her brother persistently approach even after Deputy Director Shen clearly refused. It's simply outrageous."

The staff member delivering change lowered their voice further. "I suspect they're attempting to tarnish Deputy Director Shen's reputation to the point where she has no choice but to marry."

Zhang Yueshan couldn't help but furrow his brows upon hearing this conversation. A single deputy director—could they be referring to Shen Guqing?

He interjected, "Comrade, I need to register for orthopedics."

The clerk, unfazed, swiftly accepted his payment, issued the ticket, and resumed her conversation while working.

Zhang Yueshan guided his mother towards the orthopedics department, contemplating a visit to the obstetrics and gynecology department later to ascertain if assistance was required.

Unexpectedly, before they even reached the orthopedics section, they encountered a crowd gathered ahead.

Shen Guqing's voice could be heard from the front: "As I've stated, my work is my priority right now, and I am not considering personal matters. Mr. Hu, could you please refrain from disrupting my normal work routine?"

Leveraging his height, Zhang Yueshan could discern the man obstructing Shen Guqing.

The man, appearing somewhat agitated, retorted, "I don't mind that you've been married before, so why are you being so particular? You can't have children yourself, and I have a pair of biological children. If you treat them well, they will take care of you in your old age. What are you hesitating for?"

Shen Guqing's frown deepened. "Do you not understand? Let me be perfectly clear, I have no regard for men like you who lack respect. Is that acceptable?"

The man had not anticipated Shen Guqing expressing her disapproval so openly in front of numerous people. "What do you mean by that?"

Shen Guqing wished to disengage from the confrontation. "Exactly as it sounds."

With that, she attempted to move past the man.

However, the man reached out, blocking her path once more. "My sister holds a higher position than you and kindly introduced me to you, yet you act so high and mighty. You are truly ungrateful."

This time, Shen Guqing's anger flared. "Using rank will not work. Who do you think you are? Do you genuinely intend to force me? What are you even saying? I am being polite at this very moment!"

At this juncture, Granny Zhang, walking with a slight limp, recognized Shen Guqing's voice. "Shanzi, doesn't that sound like Yanyan's senior sister?"

Zhang Yueshan subtly guided her towards a nearby bench. "Mom, that is indeed Doctor Shen. Please, sit here for a moment, and I will go assist her."

Just as the man was reaching out to grasp Shen Guqing's arm again, Zhang Yueshan, moving with a speed that surpassed the approaching security personnel, intercepted the man's hand. "Are you looking to lose this hand?"