As expected, Tang Dou was a good child. After his pain subsided, he became well-behaved once again and played amicably with Liu Banxia. As Qiaoqiao was leaving with him, Tang Dou popped his head out of the car window to catch a final glimpse of Liu Banxia.
Liu Banxia was in high spirits. While it was true that Tang Dou was not the most conventional patient, his bone-setting technique had proven successful. This reaffirmed his faith in his chosen path; his agility and spirit had allowed him to navigate the world of orthopedics without issue.
One can never have too many skills. After all, in past times, surgeons would oversee all aspects of care, without the level of specialization seen today.
Upon returning to the Emergency Department, he was taken aback by the odd look in Liang Xiaolin's eyes.
Just yesterday we made amends, and she was eager for my advice. Why then does her gaze today betray disdain, contempt, and defiance? he wondered.
