Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 1170: Restless and Distracted

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Zhang Yueshan registers his mother for an orthopedic appointment when he overhears hospital staff discussing Deputy Director Shen Guqing being harassed by a persistent suitor named Hu, whose sister holds a higher position. Zhang Yueshan decides to check on Shen Guqing and finds her being blocked by Hu, who is pressuring her to marry him and raise his children. When Hu escalates by using his sister's position, Zhang Yueshan intervenes to defend Shen Guqing.

The man felt a sharp agony in his wrist and was compelled to look up at Zhang Yueshan. "It hurts so much! Aren't you going to release me?"

Zhang Yueshan tightened his grip. "Whose father are you to act so presumptuously? This is a hospital, a public place! Who gave you the audacity to cause trouble here?"

Unable to withstand Zhang Yueshan's formidable strength, the man cried out, "Ah, it hurts, it hurts! Let me go quickly!"

Spotting the hospital security guards approaching, Zhang Yueshan simply shoved the man directly towards them.

He then turned to Shen Guqing. "Are you unharmed? Do you require me to report this to the police for you?"

Shen Guqing, surprised to see Zhang Yueshan, replied, "I'm fine. Thank you for your intervention earlier."

Zhang Yueshan, with a slight frown, inquired, "Do you need any further assistance with what comes next?"

Shen Guqing waved her hand dismissively. "No, I can manage it myself once I'm done here."

Perceiving her assurance, Zhang Yueshan didn't press further. "If you do need anything, please don't hesitate to ask. You are Xinyan's elder sister, so your concerns are our concerns."

Shen Guqing mused that her junior sister would likely scold her if she found out about this predicament. "Brother Zhang, could you please refrain from mentioning today's incident to Yanyan?"

Zhang Yueshan readily nodded in agreement. "Very well."

Just as Shen Guqing was about to resume her task, a thought struck her. "Oh, Brother Zhang, why are you here? Don't tell me you're helping someone out again?"

Zhang Yueshan shook his head. "No, it's my mother; she twisted her ankle while out today, so I brought her here for a check-up."

Following Zhang Yueshan's gaze, Shen Guqing noticed Aunt Zhang seated on a bench and quickly went over.

Technically, she should have addressed her as Granny Zhang. However, given that Aunt Zhang and the teacher's wife referred to each other as sisters, calling her 'granny' felt inappropriate. Thus, both she and Xinyan used a different term: "Auntie, Brother Zhang mentioned you twisted your ankle. Let me examine it for you."

Granny Zhang looked at Shen Guqing with a smile. "It's nothing serious. Shanzi is just overly concerned, insisting on spending money unnecessarily, saying it would be best to have a doctor take a look for peace of mind."

Shen Guqing proceeded with the examination. "Auntie, Brother Zhang is right. As people age, bones become more brittle, increasing the risk of fractures. It's wise to be cautious."

Although she was an obstetrics and gynecology specialist, her experience supporting medical services overseas had made her proficient in various fields, and this examination posed no difficulty for her.

Completing the examination, she stated, "The bone is intact; it's a local ligament sprain. Brother Zhang, please accompany me to get some ice, and apply it locally first. After forty-eight hours, you can switch to heat application. It's best to minimize movement these days and prioritize rest."

Hearing that she needed to rest for several days, Granny Zhang became a little anxious. "Gu Qing, Auntie needs to ask, will my foot be well enough for Yanyan's wedding? It's just a few days away now?"

Shen Guqing offered a reassuring smile. "If Auntie can take good care of herself these days, there should be no issue."

Granny Zhang visibly relaxed upon hearing this. "That's good, that's really good. I will definitely be careful and rest well without moving around."

After Shen Guqing concluded her instructions, her eyes fell on the payment slip in Zhang Yueshan's hand. "Did you get registered?"

Zhang Yueshan suddenly remembered the slip. "Yes, I registered at the orthopedics department earlier."

Shen Guqing looked at Zhang Yueshan. "Auntie's foot is fine now. Go and cancel the registration later. If anything else comes up, just come directly to me."

Zhang Yueshan accepted her offer without pretense. "Understood, thank you."

Zhang Yueshan accompanied Shen Guqing to retrieve the ice pack, then bid his farewells and departed.

However, as he left, he felt a lingering unease, his mind replaying the earlier confrontation with the aggressive man, leaving him somewhat bothered and unsettled for a period.