After hanging up the phone, the hospital director immediately convened a meeting to inform the doctors and nurses about Gu Jianing’s free clinic.
“I plan to assign some people to assist Dr. Gu during her free clinic. Who’s willing?”
As soon as the director finished speaking, all the doctors and nurses raised their hands.
It was a no-brainer—this was a chance to get up close with Dr. Gu and possibly even receive her guidance. Such a rare opportunity—who wouldn’t want it?
The director was both amused and exasperated.
If possible, he’d assign everyone, but that just wasn’t feasible.
After some thought, he said, “Alright, Dr. Gu’s free clinic will run for a month, divided into four weeks. All of you will split into four shifts and take turns.”
This was the fairest arrangement, ensuring everyone could benefit.
The proposal was unanimously agreed upon—it was the best solution.
“Alright, now let’s quickly prepare an office for Dr. Gu to use during her free clinic.”
“Remember, if Dr. Gu has any needs, they must be met immediately.”
While the director meticulously instructed the doctors and nurses, Xie Changzheng also had people spread the word on every street that Gu Jianing would begin her free clinic at the county hospital the next day.
Everyone who wished to go was welcome.
“Just today, I was lamenting how Dr. Gu isn’t a doctor at our county hospital—otherwise, we could see her if we had any health issues. But now, she’s starting a free clinic tomorrow? That’s amazing!”
“Dr. Gu is truly kind-hearted. She’s so good to us folks in Qingshan County—she hasn’t forgotten her roots.”
“My daughter-in-law is pregnant, and the doctors at the county hospital said the fetus isn’t very stable, but they couldn’t pinpoint the reason. I must take her to see Dr. Gu tomorrow.”
“Go, you must go! It’s a free clinic—no cost! I’m planning to go too. My old legs always ache when it rains—I wonder if Dr. Gu has any remedies.”
“I heard Dr. Gu can even help with fertility. They say her sister-in-law couldn’t conceive for years after marriage, but Dr. Gu treated her, and now she has a son and a daughter.”
“Really? Then I have to go! My daughter hasn’t been able to get pregnant in three years of marriage, and her in-laws keep pressuring her. I’ll take her to see Dr. Gu too.”
“I don’t have any illnesses, but I still want to go. I think Dr. Gu—who gave birth to twins and led the Gu family to prosperity—must be blessed. I want to soak up some of her good fortune.”
“Me too.”
By the next day, when Gu Jianing arrived at the county hospital in a car driven by Sheng Zexi, she found the place unusually lively.
The moment she stepped out of the car, the noise surged, and she instantly became the center of attention.
“Dr. Gu is here!”
Thankfully, Sheng Zexi was by her side, shielding her—otherwise, Gu Jianing felt she might have been swallowed by the enthusiastic crowd.
It wasn’t until she reached the office that she finally relaxed.
Soon after, the director arrived with a team of doctors and nurses.
Truth be told, the director and the others were also startled by the sheer number of people.
Dr. Gu’s influence was undeniable.
The director assigned some staff to maintain order among the patients while explaining to Gu Jianing that a rotating team of doctors and nurses would assist her.
“Dr. Gu, if you need anything, just let them know.”
“And if there’s anything you’d like them to handle, don’t hesitate to ask.”
“Got it,” Gu Jianing acknowledged each point.
She also briefly greeted the doctors and nurses, who were visibly excited and thrilled.
With so many patients waiting, Gu Jianing didn’t waste time.
Soon, she had her white coat on.
“Let the first patient in.”
“System, begin binding…”
Only by binding could she earn points, so Gu Jianing had the system automatically bind with each patient.
Sheng Zexi didn’t leave.
He stayed by her side, watching attentively—whether she needed water or anything else, he was ready to assist.
After all, it was the first day, and he couldn’t help but worry.
As for later… well, they’d see.
Meanwhile, the line of patients grew longer and longer as time passed.
To see as many patients as possible, Gu Jianing worked efficiently, diagnosing at an astonishing speed.
Yet, despite the speed, there was no compromise in quality—her diagnoses were precise and thorough.
“Wow, just a few acupuncture needles, and my knee pain is gone!”
“What? My daughter can conceive, but my son-in-law might be infertile? Just wait till I settle this with them!”
“Doctor, doctor! My child suddenly has a stomachache—please take a look!”
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Not only did Gu Jianing diagnose quickly, but she also took the time to explain her methods to the doctors and nurses assisting her.
She knew they were assigned to her in hopes of learning from her expertise, so she didn’t hold back.
The doctors and nurses listened intently, their eyes lighting up with understanding every time she finished explaining.
As time passed and more patients were treated, their admiration for Gu Jianing reached new heights.
She was truly exceptional.
With just a glance or a pulse check, she could pinpoint a patient’s issues with uncanny accuracy.
Her acupuncture skills were nothing short of miraculous.
Every patient she treated left with deep gratitude and praise for her.
The people around her couldn’t help but idolize her.
After all, a young, beautiful, and extraordinarily skilled female doctor like Gu Jianing was a rare sight.
How could anyone not admire her?
Before long, Sheng Zexi noticed the way people looked at his wife—their eyes practically glowing with admiration.
Some of the younger men even seemed to be harboring… ideas.
A pang of jealousy struck him.
But more than jealousy, he felt overwhelming pride.
Because this beautiful, outstanding wife was his! Sheng Zexi’s alone!
Chest puffed out, his expression radiated triumph—like a grade-schooler proudly showing off a gold star from his teacher.
Though Gu Jianing’s free clinic only ran for six hours a day (three in the morning and three in the afternoon), her efficiency meant she saw hundreds of patients in that time.
The hospital had been bustling ever since her clinic began.
While her consultations and prescriptions were free, patients still had to pay for their medicine—and most filled their prescriptions at the hospital pharmacy.
As a result, the busiest place in the county hospital these days was the pharmacy.
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