He might need some time to think.
In the adjacent ward, there were traces of use on the precision experimental instruments.
[666 Medical System Notification: World mission completed, patient’s consciousness has been fully activated (100%), returning to reality…]
Ye Qiu looked at the words displayed and smiled faintly, “Is everything normal?”
Introducing another outsider into the patient’s mental world was an unprecedented treatment method, with only one case existing so far: Ye Qiu and Gu Chen. The person in charge had a hard time even guaranteeing the success of the experiment before it began, let alone the potential side effects.
“Logically, there shouldn’t be any side effects, but we can’t completely rule out the possibility,” the person in charge replied nervously, sweating in the cool laboratory.
“According to our estimates, the awakened patient will recover their memories within three months; the previous six months were based on other patients’ cases.”
Ye Qiu pondered, “Three months? As long as he can recover.”
Comatose patients lose almost all cognitive abilities, retaining only some instinctual responses and metabolic functions. Although the brainstem still operates, providing some instinctive reactions to external stimuli, the body loses consciousness, perception, and thought.
Gu Chen exhibited clinical signs of being in a comatose state, but that was not entirely the same. The fact that someone who should have been completely unresponsive had awakened was a miracle, so a certain degree of side effects could be understood.
“Can we go home after the check-up?” Gu Chen asked curiously while having his blood drawn.
“Only if the physical condition is good. The key is to listen to the doctor,” Uncle Gu responded seriously.
“Why should the doctor listen to him?” Gu Chen wondered, filled with a hundred questions.
Him? Uncle Gu was momentarily confused.
Ye Qiu, leading the examining doctor into the room, just caught the end of the conversation and laughed, “Of course, because this is our hospital.”
The doctor behind him grinned in agreement.
Gu Chen, having lost his memory, didn’t realize this place was also his property, which inevitably left him somewhat surprised.
“Do you want to go home after the examination?” Ye Qiu asked.
Gu Chen nodded vigorously. There was nothing as fun as going home compared to this strange hospital.
“Are we going back to our home?” He hadn’t forgotten that he and the man before him had a romantic relationship; lovers presumably lived together.
Ye Qiu chuckled, “Of course.”
After some tedious examinations,
“The patient’s physical condition is good, and he can apply for discharge now. However, he is still in the observation period, so even if eager to recover, he must avoid significant emotional fluctuations,” the doctor reminded, looking at the check-up report.
“Remember to have regular follow-ups.”
At the end, the doctor softened his tone as he looked at Gu Chen, “Though the world has its hardships, it remains beautiful. Congratulations on your discharge.”
Gu Chen was puzzled and expressed his gratitude, “We will follow your advice.”
After repeatedly advising them, the doctor allowed them to leave. Staying in a familiar environment might trigger the patient’s memories; remaining in the hospital for long isn’t good for those recovering.
…
The silver-white moonlight spilled onto the tranquil road, blending with the fragrance of unknown flowers in the air. Every blade of grass and wood became gentle. The entire Gu residence seemed to be embedded in the background scenery, like a dream.
With a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western styles, it had the charm of the East without losing the richness of the West. It was plain yet exquisite, and most importantly, it felt comfortable and natural, crafted by a warm family, unlike other cold buildings.
“Gu residence…” Gu Chen blurted out, “Aunt Wang?”
Staring at the familiar house, a fleeting image flashed in Gu Chen’s mind, but it vanished before he could grasp it.
“Did you remember something?” Ye Qiu asked.
Gu Chen shook his head, “No.”
The content wasn’t very specific, and while he hesitated, he decided not to mention it to avoid causing unnecessary excitement.
“It’s okay; don’t pressure yourself,” Ye Qiu reassured him.
Gu Chen nodded, a sense of relaxation when returning to a familiar place evident on his face, starkly different from his previous feelings of unease.
He had thought about the darker side, wishing he could keep him forever in a state of oblivion. After all, he could ensure Gu Chen lived happily forever, but fire will eventually break through paper. He simply hoped to spare Gu Chen from more harm.
Gu Chen curiously examined his surroundings, then turned to meet Ye Qiu’s gaze and walked closer, “It’s alright; don’t worry about me.”
“Master has finally been discharged; Aunt Wang’s preparations can finally be put to use,” Aunt Wang greeted at the door.
From the first glance at Aunt Wang, Gu Chen felt an inexplicably familiar sensation.
Yuzu leaves for washing hands… stepping over a fire basin…
He obediently allowed the arrangements.
“Yuz” and “You” are homophones, meaning protection. Fire is thought to banish impurities and evil spirits; simultaneously, it symbolizes prosperity, aiming to turn misfortune into good fortune. The act of stepping over fire signifies avoiding bad luck and fostering growth.
As a newly discharged patient, despite his curiosity about exploring the surroundings, it was already late, and he couldn’t resist the dual pressures from Ye Qiu and Uncle Gu.
After eating a light dinner prepared by Aunt Wang, Uncle Gu brought in medication half an hour later.
“Master, it’s time for your medicine.”
Under Uncle Gu’s watchful eye, Gu Chen obediently swallowed the medicine, an unpleasant taste rolling through his throat, causing him to frown subconsciously, but he grit his teeth and swallowed the pill.
Uncle Gu had thoughtfully prepared rinsing water and sugar to mask the bitter taste.
Gu Chen looked at the colorful candies and laughed, “Uncle Gu, I’m not a child anymore.”
He felt as if he wasn’t an adult but a child being coddled.
While he verbally claimed immaturity, his body honestly accepted the candy.
“No matter how old the master gets, in my eyes, he’s still a child who hasn’t grown up.”
After sending Uncle Gu away, Gu Chen lay on the bed, feeling drowsy. His mind was filled with the people he met today, especially his lover.
Hi, I don’t know if you’ve seen it or not but I have commented before that chapters 48, 67 and 95 are missing. I hope you can find some time to upload them, thanks in advance!