Chapter 324 Chapter 323: Plans Change
Chapter 323: Plans Change
The next morning, Dongfang Yang and Si Chen were already gathered together before Su Tao even woke up.
The two psychologists, Lin and Chen, were also present for the early morning meeting.
The purpose, of course, was Su Tao's situation.
Anyone could see that Su Tao was acting abnormally.
After analyzing the situation, the two psychologists concluded that Su Tao was simply overthinking things. The incident with Chi Xiaocheng's amnesia had made her increasingly anxious.
In the past, she would occasionally undergo drastic personality changes due to stress, becoming unlike the Su Tao, the "white moonlight."
But now, her transformation stemmed more from a lack of security. Things she used to be able to easily obtain were now out of reach, leading to anxiety, restlessness, and regret.
After closing herself off, she was engaging in constant internal conflict.
It was like a wealthy person suddenly becoming poor overnight, unable to accept it, unable to adjust, and ultimately on the verge of collapse.
And the solution they discussed for so long was...
There was no solution.
The one who tied the bell must untie it.
All four of them understood that the key lay with Chi Xiaocheng. Su Tao's strange behavior was entirely because of Chi Xiaocheng.
If they wanted her to return to the Su Tao she once was, either Chi Xiaocheng had to wake up and counsel her,
or she had to emerge from the shadows through her own self-reflection.
If she were an ordinary person, they might have to rely solely on Chi Xiaocheng.
But she was Su Tao.
The "white moonlight" with countless good qualities.
Outstanding, strong, independent, rational, warm-hearted, and kind to others.
It was precisely because her name was Su Tao that Dongfang Yang and Si Chen believed there was still a second possibility.
The four of them adjourned the meeting, had breakfast, and then Dongfang Yang approached Professor Su. "Speaking of which, how is Chi Xiaocheng doing?"
Morning was the time for her check-ups and medication changes, and only after all the procedures were completed did Dongfang Yang have the opportunity to ask.
Professor Su gave Dongfang Yang a soft smile. "Why don't you go see for yourself?"
"Could it be..."
Dongfang Yang's eyes lit up, and he beckoned Si Chen towards the elevator.
"What's the rush?"
"Professor Su just hinted to me that Chi Xiaocheng has probably woken up!"
"Really? That fast?"
"Actually, it's normal, right? Yesterday's report said that Chi Xiaocheng was in a painful coma after being severely struck, not a prolonged one. With treatment and rest, it's reasonable for her to wake up."
"Ding," the elevator arrived on the fifth floor.
Si Chen adjusted his watch and asked, "What about Su Tao? I haven't seen her this morning."
"Maybe she was too tired yesterday. After all, she entered that whatchamacallit you mentioned, blackening... right, exhausting her body. It's good to let her rest a bit."
As Dongfang Yang spoke, they quickly arrived at Chi Xiaocheng's hospital room.
From that familiar spot by the window, they saw the long-haired, tea-colored girl lying flat on the bed, holding her hands up as if bored, looking at her phone.
Dongfang Yang raised an eyebrow at Si Chen. "What did I tell you?"
Then, he knocked on the door first and walked in. "Chi Xiaocheng, Happy New Year!"
He opened his arms wide in an exaggerated manner, like coaxing a child, revealing a warm, sunny smile.
But he was met with a roll of Chi Xiaocheng's eyes. "Dongfang Yang, your actions are so childish. And it's already the eighth day of the New Year. The holiday is over."
Dongfang Yang chuckled. "I was just checking how you were feeling. It's good you're okay. I was worried sick about you yesterday. Couldn't sleep all night."
Chi Xiaocheng put down her phone and sighed. "It's nothing, just that moving my body hurts a lot. Professor Su told me to lie flat for now and not move around too much, which is kind of boring."
Si Chen approached and said in a deep voice, "It's good you're okay. This time it was my fault. I failed to protect you."
As soon as he said this, Chi Xiaocheng subconsciously tried to sit up, but the moment she arched her back, a sharp pain in her abdomen made her gasp and lie back down.
But her anxious words still overcame the pain and blurted out, "How is Tao Tao? Is she hurt?"
Dongfang Yang quickly came to Chi Xiaocheng's side and gently pressed her hand down. "Chi Xiaocheng, don't get excited. Su Tao is fine. She's still sleeping."
Si Chen said, "After you fainted, Su Tao became a superhero and saved us all."
"Superhero???"
Chi Xiaocheng looked bewildered, and patiently listened to Si Chen recount the events.
Then she couldn't help but click her tongue in amazement.
As expected of the novel's female lead, she even has this kind of bloodline inheritance.
She didn't see any signs of it in the early to mid-stages of the original work.
Perhaps Su Tao would awaken this blackening ability in the late stages to fight against the rich second-generation female antagonist, but it was accidentally awakened ahead of time.
But fortunately, Tao Tao wasn't hurt.
Chi Xiaocheng's worried heart also calmed down, and she turned to Dongfang Yang and said, "When you have time, have Professor Su give Tao Tao a full body check-up too. I'm afraid that what you called 'blackening' will leave lasting health problems."
Dongfang Yang looked at Chi Xiaocheng speechlessly. "You're already like this, shouldn't you be more concerned about yourself first?"
"Hehe, Tao Tao is more important than me."
Listening to her energetic tone, Dongfang Yang was certain that Chi Xiaocheng was really okay. "As for giving Su Tao a physical examination, I'll have Professor Su arrange it later. It should be done this afternoon. But her mental state might be a little off."
"How so?"
Dongfang Yang said, "She believes your injury was also her fault, she's overly self-reproachful, and afraid of losing you again, so she's been depressed all day yesterday, both physically and mentally weak. When she wakes up and comes looking for you, comfort her more and give her some warmth."
Chi Xiaocheng nodded gently. "I will."
"Oh, and also..."
Dongfang Yang was like a nagging mother, relentlessly giving instructions. This kind of pure concern left Chi Xiaocheng both helpless and warmed.
She glanced and noticed Si Chen looking hesitant, so after Dongfang Yang finished a small topic, she interrupted. "Dongfang Yang, why don't you go have Professor Su prepare for Tao Tao's physical examination? I have some things I want to discuss with Si Chen alone."
As soon as Dongfang Yang heard this, he looked at Si Chen warily.
Some things.
Discuss alone.
That little tone, the flavor was instantly apparent.
Si Chen, Si Chen, I treat you like a brother, but I didn't expect you to take advantage of the situation as soon as Chi Xiaocheng woke up!
But after all, it was Chi Xiaocheng who spoke, so he laughed it off and left the private space for the two of them.
After confirming that the door was closed and Dongfang Yang had left, Si Chen helplessly sat down on the chair next to the bed. "Because of yesterday's accident, our plans may have to change."
Now that they were alone, they could say some heartfelt things.
Not counting subordinates like Doctor Lin.
Si Chen was the only one besides Fang Ning who knew that Chi Xiaocheng didn't have amnesia.
Chi Xiaocheng asked, "Plans have changed? What do you mean?"
Si Chen stroked his chin. "I think that Chi Xiaocheng, you can't keep pretending to have amnesia anymore."
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