Su Tang languished for a long time, her leave of absence extended indefinitely. The hospital directors, worried she was suffering from a mental breakdown, offered several times to take her for an examination.
But Su Tang refused every time, saying only that she needed time to rest.
The directors agreed, telling her to get plenty of rest and to be sure to call them if she needed anything.
Su Tang was a rare talent, and the hospital was willing to accommodate her.
At home, she spent her days reading all sorts of books on metaphysics, trying to find a way back.
Until her phone rang persistently for what felt like the dozenth time.
It was her younger colleague from the same department, Xiao Li, who had a bit of a belief in the metaphysical.
"Tangtang, are you okay? Everyone's saying you're not doing well..."
