Chapter 145: Most Likely a Tumor
After mulling it over, Tong Yao decided to take the initiative and open up about her concerns. Keeping them bottled up inside like a heavy rock burdening her heart was not healthy, and if the issue wasn’t significant, she didn’t want to end up ill from repressing her feelings.
Before she started talking, Tong Yao’s expression fell. Lowering her head, she murmured guiltily, "I was too impulsive today. With the situation being so urgent and my mind in a blur, I didn’t stop to consider the potential consequences. Looking back, I realize how reckless I was. If that child hadn’t made it, I would have carried the blame, and it might have affected you. You’re at a crucial stage in your career and I need to contemplate thoroughly before making decisions."
After summarizing her thoughts, Tong Yao felt somewhat remorseful. Even though Si Chen hadn’t blamed her at all up until that point, she still felt guilty. If her impulsive decision to help had jeopardized Si Chen’s career, she would never forgive herself.
In his previous life, Si Chen had made a name for himself as a top-notch doctor around the world. This signified his profound potential and accomplishment in the field of medicine. Throughout his life, he was destined to save many lives and make miracles in medicine. He shined brightly like a star, and his radiance shouldn’t be diminished by her recklessness.
"Are you blaming yourself for trying to save someone?" Si Chen quizzically looked at her, a determined light shining in his deep eyes.
"A doctor’s purpose is to cure the sick and save lives. Anyone who would forsake a life out of fear of assuming responsibility isn’t a doctor but a demon in white. As a doctor, one must remember their initial pledge. You were right to act as you did today. You did well and should not feel guilty, I’m proud of you."
Only a cold-blooded person could ignore a life ebbing away right before their eyes. Si Chen didn’t want Tong Yao to become cold-blooded out of concern for him; he wanted a carefree, warm and sunny Tong Yao.
If the boy hadn’t made it today, it wouldn’t have been Tong Yao’s fault. If a drowning victim is submerged for too long, even a professional doctor wouldn’t have been able to save him; they could only try their best, with no guarantee of reviving the victim.