“Aiyo, you silly girl, why didn’t you tell me?” And she even rushed over to save someone.
Yao Chunhua was heartbroken when she found out.
“Mom, both the baby and I are fine.”
“It’s only because you’re fine, otherwise, just see how I’d scold you.”
Since the person had already been saved, Gu Jianing didn’t plan to stay at the hospital any longer.
She only advised Wu Meili that it would be best for Gu Baozhu to remain hospitalized for a few more days before returning home.
Wu Meili quickly agreed.
Soon, Gu Jianing got into the car and returned to the Gu family home with her mother.
What Gu Jianing didn’t know was that news of her rescue had spread like wildfire throughout Qingshan County.
“You have no idea—the doctors had already said the mother was beyond saving, that it would surely be a tragic case of two lives lost. But who would’ve thought Dr. Gu would actually save her? Both mother and child are safe now.”
“I heard it was the mother of the woman in labor who begged Dr. Gu for help. Even though Dr. Gu is pregnant herself, she didn’t hesitate to come back.”
“That woman was really lucky to survive, and even more fortunate that Dr. Gu happened to be back.”
“Yeah, you have to admit, Dr. Gu’s medical skills are truly exceptional.”
“Of course they are! Otherwise, how could she have made the newspapers?”
At the county hospital in Qingshan County, the story of Gu Jianing’s rescue was also being recounted vividly.
Whenever the doctors spoke of Gu Jianing, their eyes shone with admiration.
“Hey, since Dr. Gu is back now, do you think we could find a time to seek her guidance?”
If they could learn from her, it would undoubtedly benefit them greatly.
Unfortunately, none of them knew Dr. Gu or the Gu family personally.
The county officials soon learned of Gu Jianing’s return and her heroic rescue, which greatly excited them.
“Dr. Gu came back with her husband, right?”
“In that case, we should arrange a visit to the Gu family soon.”
“Oh, by the way, the woman she saved—wasn’t she a neighbor from Dr. Gu’s hometown? What exactly happened?”
Soon, the county officials learned the full story.
His expression darkened immediately.
“Adultery? Pushing his pregnant wife? That’s attempted murder!”
“And the mother and son ignored the wife in labor? How vile.”
The official immediately called the county police department, instructing them to handle the matter with the utmost severity.
Meanwhile, back at home, Gu Jianing gave her mother another “Smooth Delivery Pill” she had exchanged from the system, explaining its effects and advising her to keep it for emergencies.
Yao Chunhua clutched the small bottle, her eyes filled with determination. “Don’t worry, I’ll keep it safe.”
This was something that could save lives, after all.
By the time Gu Jianing returned to her room, Sheng Zexi had already put their two children to sleep.
As the couple lay in bed, Gu Jianing brought up an idea she’d been considering.
“This time, we’ll be home for at least a month.”
“I’m thinking of organizing a free clinic. What do you think?”
There were several reasons behind this decision.
First, it would be a way to give back to the community. Second, treating patients and saving lives would also earn her more system points and rewards.
“That’s doable, but what about your health…?” Sheng Zexi was concerned. Gu Jianing was only two months pregnant, still in the early stages, and he worried she might overexert herself.
“Don’t worry, the baby will be fine. Trust me.”
“Besides, I’ll plan my schedule carefully—no more than six hours a day, with two days off every five days.”
Sheng Zexi fell silent for a moment, then reached out and pulled Gu Jianing into his arms. “Alright, you can give it a try. But if you feel unwell at any point, you mustn’t push yourself.”
“I know.”
“But we still need to figure out how to start this…” Maybe begin with Huaihua Village first?
The villagers there would surely trust her, but those in Qingshan County might not be as receptive.
Gu Jianing hadn’t expected that a solution would present itself so effortlessly.
The very next day, the county leader of Qingshan County paid a visit to the Gu family.
Gu Jianing was surprised that the county leader had come specifically to see her and Sheng Zexi.
However, since her two older brothers had previously secured jobs thanks to this leader, Xie Changzheng, Gu Jianing already had a favorable impression of him.
Xie Changzheng, in turn, was equally impressed by Gu Jianing and Sheng Zexi—their clear-eyed sincerity and extraordinary bearing marked them as anything but ordinary.
After praising Gu Jianing for her newspaper feature and commending her for saving a life so soon after her return, Xie Changzheng asked, “By the way, Dr. Gu, how long will you be staying this time?”
“At least a month.”
From Gu Jianing’s explanation, Xie Changzheng learned that the couple’s return was due to Sheng Zexi’s upcoming reassignment, which had granted them this leave.
A whole month—that wasn’t a short time.
“Dr. Gu, here’s the thing—your medical skills are well-known throughout Qingshan County.”
“Especially among the doctors at the county hospital. They hold you in high esteem.”
“I was wondering if you might have time to give a few lectures at the county hospital. It would be a tremendous learning opportunity for our local doctors.”
This suggestion came about because the night before, Xie Changzheng’s old friend—the director of the county hospital—had approached him, hoping he could help arrange it.
Xie Changzheng thought it was a reasonable request and agreed to give it a try.
Gu Jianing suddenly understood. “Leader—”
“Ah, just call me Uncle Xie. And if it’s alright, I’ll call you Xiao Ning, like your parents do?”
Gu Jianing smiled and nodded.
“Uncle Xie, actually, during this month, I was planning to organize a free clinic…”
After hearing her out, Xie Changzheng grew even more excited and felt even more convinced of her character.
He hadn’t expected Gu Jianing to consider offering free medical services to give back to the community.
“A free clinic is an excellent idea! You have no idea how famous you are in Qingshan County now.”
“I think the best place to hold it would be at our county hospital.”
“As for the lectures, we can skip those. If you have time during the clinic, you can offer some guidance to the doctors. That would already be more than enough.”
After all, Xie Changzheng had heard that Gu Jianing was pregnant. The fact that she was willing to hold a free clinic was already remarkable.
Adding lectures on top of that would be too exhausting.
Gu Jianing was a rare talent, a treasure of Qingshan County—they couldn’t afford to overwork her.
Xie Changzheng’s suggestion brightened Gu Jianing’s eyes. “That sounds perfect. Let’s do it your way, Uncle Xie.”
“Great! I’ll handle the arrangements and publicity. Xiao Ning, when would you like to start the clinic?”
“Tomorrow would work.”
“Then tomorrow it is.”
In the end, Xie Changzheng left the Gu household in high spirits—and with a full stomach, having been treated to lunch.
Upon returning, he wasted no time.
He immediately called his old friend, the hospital director, to share the news about Gu Jianing’s free clinic.
The latter was overjoyed.
“Dr. Gu truly has a heart of boundless compassion.”
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