Paranoid Doctor Only Loves Me
Chapter 514 - 477 In Pairs (1 update)

Chapter 514: 477 In Pairs (1 update)

Happiness is always fleeting and rushed, and even with two brothers being doctors in the family, Patriarch Bai knew that too much drinking was harmful to one’s health.

But as people age, they become like children again, unable to restrain themselves, and joy turns to sorrow.

Patriarch Bai, despite the warnings, drank a few glasses. As the family gathered for a joyous reunion, and everyone seemed happy, he couldn’t help but miss his late spouse amidst the festive season.

A surge of complex emotions overwhelmed him, and he lost control, drinking excessively. The result was the flare-up of an old ailment. The New Year’s Eve dinner was nearly finished, but the plans of watching the Spring Festival Gala together were ruined.

The old man ended up in the hospital because of the drinking.

The on-duty doctor was helpless too. It was astonishing that with so many family members present, not one could persuade the elderly man. It was evident that Patriarch Bai had a commanding presence at home.

Indeed, at home, Patriarch Bai was quite imposing, always firm in his decisions, and when he got angry, he was not easily appeased.

After the doctor administered an IV drip, he took the chance to lecture, "When a person reaches a certain age, and they can’t control themselves, it’s up to you as their children to step in and stop them. Drinking too much is bad for the health, and it doesn’t matter how good the alcohol is, it’s still alcohol."

"Okay, doctor, we understand," they replied.

They went to the nearest hospital, not looking for one they were familiar with.

Patriarch Bai suddenly collapsed while drinking, which frightened everyone greatly.

Fortunately, Dingxian and Lu Han remained calm. One called 120 while the other crouched by the old man’s side to administer first aid on the spot.

"Alright, I’m fine now. Let’s get discharged and go home. I want Tang Su and the others to watch the Spring Festival Gala with me," said the old man.

"Patriarch Bai, this year’s gala will have to be watched here in our hospital. Let’s find a few family members to accompany you. It’s New Year’s today, and although our hospital has a one-to-one policy, we’ll make an exception and allow you to have five family members stay."

Modern hospitals understand not only to save lives and heal the wounded but also to serve as a service site, where urgency is balanced with welcoming care.

Especially during the New Year, their approach is even more humane.

Ordinarily, there wouldn’t be enough spare beds in the wards to allow so many relatives to stay overnight.

But today was different, with fewer patients and more empty beds available.

Nevertheless, considering Patriarch Bai’s advanced age, letting him go home could lead to regrettable consequences if something were to happen.

"Thank you all," said Patriarch Bai.

Eventually, the Bai family decided that the five children would stay.

The old man let the others go to enjoy their festivities.

The three sons stayed behind, and the three daughters-in-law decided to play cards, inviting Lu Maoyan to join them.

They initially wanted to include Ling Yan, but he was tired. He had been yawning continuously even before the dinner ended, so everyone kindly suggested he head home to rest.

While the daughters-in-law kept vigil in the hospital, Ling Yan went home to sleep.

Lu Maoyan stayed behind with the three sisters-in-law to play cards.

The card game took place at a nearby teahouse, chosen for its proximity to the hospital in case their wives called for them.

Youths gathered together always ensure a good time.

That evening, there was a fireworks display at the square, a spectacle not guaranteed every New Year, so naturally, everybody wanted to witness it.

Only Lu Han and Tang Su seemed unenthusiastic, as they had already watched a fireworks show in Tong Village the night before.

That visual experience had left a profound impact on Tang Su, still lingering in her mind.

This morning when she got up, she saw many people resharing on her Moments, and even an urban news channel had reposted about last night’s fireworks extravaganza in Tong Village.

Those people even thought it was a benefit for the villagers, with many clueless netizens clamoring to become residents of Tong Village.

The folks in Tong Village who make short videos seized the opportunity to post some clips and garner views.

Tang Su didn’t mind at all.

Lu Han, of course, wasn’t going to jump out and say that it wasn’t a village benefit, but a surprise he had prepared for his wife.

"What’s with your expressions? Don’t you like watching?" Lu Zhu was unaware of last night’s fireworks extravaganza in Tong Village. Since it was New Year’s Day, and the elders were all gathered at the hospital, that meant they, the younger generation, naturally needed some group activities too.

She had already decided that after watching the fireworks extravaganza, they would all go up the mountain to burn incense and pray for blessings for their grandfather.

Lu Zhu had thought that Bai Dingyang would be the one to refuse to watch the fireworks, but unexpectedly, he didn’t resist, yet Lu Han and Tang Su didn’t seem very keen on going either.

If Bai Dingyang really didn’t go, Lu Zhu, being younger, naturally wouldn’t dare to say anything to him. But if her own brother and sister-in-law refused, she, as the elder sister, would absolutely not allow it.

If they dared to do activities alone, just try and see.

"It’s not that, we..."

"We’re going." Without waiting for Lu Han to finish, Tang Su decisively made the decision.

Seeing that Lu Zhu was about to get angry, she quickly stopped Lu Han.

"That’s more like it, Lu Han, you’re not as straightforward as Tang Su," Lu Zhu took the opportunity to praise Tang Su and belittle her own brother.

Tang Su: "..."

In the crowd, Tang Su quietly held Lu Han’s hand, as an apology.

Lu Han turned his hand and entwined their fingers tightly; he didn’t mind at all, so there was no need for apologies.

Chen Duoduo hadn’t watched a fireworks show for many years, she was definitely going, and of course, she wouldn’t know that Bai Dingyang, a person who usually didn’t partake in such festivities, changed his mind for her.

"Bai Dingxian, call Sun Qing out," said Tang Su to Bai Dingxian.

"Is that really necessary?" Bai Dingxian refused subconsciously. Just when he finally got some peace, he had to call out trouble, and he really didn’t want to.

"Who is Sun Qing?" Bai Dingyang, hearing the name, turned his head to ask.

"The future daughter-in-law Patriarch Bai picked for Dingxian, and also a good friend of Tang Su," Bai Dingkai explained and then urged Bai Dingxian, "Hurry up and call her, we’re all paired up here. If you don’t call her, don’t blame us for ditching you."

"Paired up? Who dares to pair big brother with anyone?" Bai Dingxian raised an eyebrow, wasn’t this guy afraid of offending people by saying that?

"I can temporarily pair up with Duoduo, if she doesn’t mind," Bai Dingyang said while winking at Chen Duoduo, signaling her to play along.

Chen Duoduo was bright and instantly realized that everyone’s purpose was likely to help Bai Dingxian get his girlfriend to come out.

"Of course I don’t mind. I can."

"Thank you," Bai Dingyang said sincerely, causing Chen Duoduo’s cheek to turn red.

"There you go, Duoduo has no objections, what about you? Hurry up, cut the chit-chat," Bai Dingkai pressed on.

Bai Dingxian reluctantly protested, "What about you? There’s no one to pair up with you."

"Who says? Simen is pairing up with me," Bai Dingkai walked over, reached out, and casually draped his arm over Bai Simen’s shoulder.

"..."