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She never expected that just one human could have such a profound impact on her.
Ye Xiaohan was quite surprised herself; she had always thought that only aliens possessed such charm.
Unknown beings sparked a greater desire for understanding, yet Gu Bei had always been by her side, and she believed she was already familiar enough with him.
However, the closer they got, the more she didn't want to part ways.
Even if they were in the same city and she could easily meet him, Ye Xiaohan still felt lonely.
Thinking about Gu Bei's unique job, she dismissed the idea of bothering him.
Moreover, there was a sense of awkwardness within her; she felt that if she didn't go, she could maintain a proud facade. But once she took the initiative to approach him, it would be as if she were openly admitting to Gu Bei that he had become so important to her that a day without seeing him felt like an eternity.
Forget it, maybe it was best not to go.
Ye Xiaohan collected her thoughts. She didn't have much time to indulge in her melancholy; every day was filled with busyness.
Flipping through her planner, she noted that today was the day to go out and procure new ingredients.
Ye Xiaohan was quite skilled at these tasks and soon finalized the contract.
"Thank you, Boss Cui. Please make sure to deliver it as soon as possible," Ye Xiaohan said as she tucked away the contract and emphasized her request once more.
Boss Cui replied from across the table, "We're old acquaintances now; when have I ever failed to deliver on time? You can rest assured, Boss Ye. There won't be any delays."
"With your words, I feel relieved," Ye Xiaohan said with a smile as she took her leave, planning to return to the tavern to see what else needed to be done.
Having completed a big order today, Ye Xiaohan was in high spirits and decided to take a scenic route back.
"Goodness, you scared me to death!"
A sharp voice rang out, startling Ye Xiaohan quite a bit.
Looking over, she saw a group of people gathered ahead—men and women, old and young. It was quite a sight that they managed to come together like this.
The sharp voice belonged to a tall, thin middle-aged woman who was slightly bent over, seemingly focused on something on the ground.
Normally, Ye Xiaohan would have walked right past such gatherings. She found it unbearable to be around those gossiping about trivial matters for too long.
However, feeling good today and having some rare free time, curiosity suddenly piqued within her. She squeezed through the crowd to see what they were looking at.
What she saw made her jump in shock; lying on the ground was a person!
Without hesitation, Ye Xiaohan rushed forward to provide assistance.
The onlookers gasped in shock, and some quickly advised her not to meddle in affairs that didn't concern her.
"Miss, we don't even know if this person is alive or dead. If you go over and handle them carelessly, what if they were already on the brink of death? If they die in your hands, wouldn't you get into trouble?"
"Yes, yes. We can't get involved in lawsuits; we common folks don't have the means to fight them."
These people, thinking they were being kind, urged Ye Xiaohan not to go and save the person.
Ye Xiaohan paid no attention to their voices. As a doctor, she could never stand by and watch someone collapse right in front of her without taking action.
Sometimes, resuscitation is impossible, but as long as there is a glimmer of hope, she would never give up.
When she finally saw the face of the person lying on the ground, she felt even more compelled not to let him die on the street, becoming just another topic for these Aunt Zhangs.
The person was tall, but his body clearly belonged to a teenager still in his growth phase. Even in unconsciousness, he wore an expression of indifference that resembled how he looked when awake.
Ye Xiaohan had only seen that expression once before, but it was something she would never forget.
It was that time when Liu Susu had schemed with thugs to harm her, and it was that indifferent boy who saved her. Afterward, many more thrilling events unfolded.
They were chased by a group of mysterious men in black, and that boy fought back without hesitation. It was the first time Ye Xiaohan had witnessed murder; she would forever remember the shock and disgust she felt at that moment.
That boy saved her but also left her with an indelible psychological scar.
Afterward, Ye Xiaohan kept an eye out for him and even asked Gu Bei for help in searching, but she never saw that strange boy again.
Until now, when he lay cold on the ground.
Indeed, the person lying on the ground before Ye Xiaohan was the same boy she had encountered in the forest long ago.
Ye Xiaohan took a quick look and saw that he was gravely injured. His already battered body bore even more fresh wounds.
She wondered what he had been through during this time to end up in such a state.
Quickly, she took out the medicine she always carried with her and first stopped the bleeding. She managed to treat what she could for now; anything more detailed would have to wait until they got home.
As Ye Xiaohan worked on his wounds, the intense pain from the medicine touching his injuries seemed to rouse the boy from his unconsciousness.
"Get away!"
Before he fully regained consciousness, he instinctively rejected Ye Xiaohan's help with both words and actions. His injuries were severe, and he had lost so much blood that his eyes couldn't even focus.
Ye Xiaohan suspected that the boy didn't recognize her at all.
Even if he did, given his personality, he likely wouldn't accept her help willingly. She couldn't help but wonder what kind of environment he had grown up in, as he maintained an astonishing level of indifference and wariness towards those around him.
This wariness was different from Luo Jingxian's; this boy was always alert.
As the boy struggled to rise, those who had gathered around him scattered in fear at his movement.
Ye Xiaohan chose not to stop him but silently counted in her mind.
As she counted to ten, the young man swayed unsteadily before collapsing again, this time making it difficult for him to awaken on his own.
Ye Xiaohan felt a sense of helplessness; the world had become so strange that even saving someone was fraught with difficulty.
She knew that when the young man was conscious, he would not willingly accept treatment but would instead resist continuously, only worsening his injuries.
Moreover, after witnessing the young man's skills, Ye Xiaohan was certain that there was no room for complacency. Even in his weakened state, he possessed enough ability to kill anyone who approached him.
Thus, Ye Xiaohan merely estimated how long it would take for him to fall unconscious again. Once he did, she dragged him onto the carriage and took him back to her home.
One person needed care; two would also need care. Since she already had Luo Jingxian at home, she didn't mind taking in another.
Ye Xiaohan chuckled to herself; they were both odd individuals and might even become good friends.
After providing the young man with comprehensive treatment, it was already quite late by the time she finished.
Feeling her empty stomach, Ye Xiaohan decided to head to the kitchen to find something to eat. She had missed dinner, but Liu Yang should have saved her a portion.
As she got up and moved the injured young man from the carriage, Liu Yang remained calm, not even blinking an eye; he had completely grown accustomed to Ye Xiaohan occasionally bringing people home.
Ye Xiaohan smiled; human adaptability was indeed remarkable.
"Xiao Han!"
As Ye Xiaohan walked halfway, she suddenly heard Gu Bei's voice. Turning around, she saw it was indeed Gu Bei.
"What are you doing here?" Ye Xiaohan asked in surprise, then realized her tone might not be quite right. "Aren't you really busy lately? How do you have time to come over? Have you finished your work?"
Gu Bei truly would come over whenever he had the chance, so if he had something to attend to, it must be something very important.
"Not yet," Gu Bei said, taking a deep breath. Upon seeing Ye Xiaohan, the fatigue he had been carrying for days suddenly surged within him, making him long for a good sleep.
Next to Ye Xiaohan.
But he didn’t have that luxury; for Gu Bei now, even sleeping had become a luxury. He only closed his eyes for a moment when he was utterly exhausted and under the strong insistence of his subordinates.
"I came when I could, but I have to go back soon."
Gu Bei said gently, "I haven't seen you in a while. I miss you."
"I see."
Hearing that Gu Bei would leave again soon made Ye Xiaohan's mood plummet instantly. Even if she tried to hide it, her feelings were evident.
Gu Bei looked at her with concern. If he could, he wished time could stop at this moment.
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