Chapter 371: Is That Something to Be Taken Lightly?
The Chu Family members were startled by Chu Zhengwei’s sudden episode and rushed over to him.
They were all aware of Chu Zhengwei’s physical condition. The family doctor had long since advised them that he must remain calm and get plenty of rest in his daily life.
Chu Zhengwei had been in a relatively good mood all day. No one expected him to have a sudden flare-up at this moment, triggering his old ailment.
Lu Cheng and Shen Nian were just as worried about Chu Zhengwei’s condition and stepped forward as well.
After falling back onto the sofa, Chu Zhengwei’s face gradually turned deathly pale, and beads of sweat began to form on his forehead, a clear sign of his immense suffering.
"I’ll go get the doctor."
Chu Yunze said, turning to head out the door.
Only the Chu Family themselves knew how important Chu Zhengwei was to them. As his sons and grandsons, they couldn’t bear to watch him suffer right in front of them.
"It’s my old ailment. I know my own body. Calling a doctor won’t do any good."
Though he was in terrible pain, Chu Zhengwei still spoke up to stop his grandson from leaving. Even if a doctor came, the most they could do was give him a painkiller shot, and he would likely get an earful from the doctor on top of it.
He had been tormented by this chronic ailment for years. Whenever it flared up, the pain was unbearable, and no medicine worked.
Even when the painkiller shots were effective, doctors advised against using them frequently. After all, such drugs could lead to dependency and were not the best option.
Naturally, Chu Zhengwei was unwilling to become dependent on painkillers. Most of the time, he preferred to endure the pain rather than take a shot.
It wasn’t that he hadn’t seen doctors; he had even consulted numerous famous specialists, but they were all at a loss when it came to his chronic ailment.
To have lived to this ripe old age was already a good outcome; how could he possibly ask for more?
"Dad!"
"Grandpa!"
Seeing Chu Zhengwei in such agony, the hearts of the Chu Family ached for him, wishing they could take on his suffering themselves.
Lu Cheng and Shen Nian were also nearby, watching Mr. Chu’s condition. After reaching a silent understanding with Lu Cheng, Shen Nian spoke up.
"Grandfather, may I take a look?"
"Nian?"
"Xiao Nian? What do you mean?"
’Even regular doctors were helpless with Chu Zhengwei’s condition, yet Shen Nian said she wanted to take a look... This...’
It was no wonder the Chu Family was skeptical. Shen Nian was just too young, and besides, they had only met her that day.
Shen Nian smiled but didn’t answer them. Instead, she walked directly to Chu Zhengwei’s side and crouched down in front of him.
"Grandfather, I’ve actually studied under a master and learned traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. While I can’t guarantee a cure, I should at least be able to temporarily relieve your pain."
Shen Nian couldn’t bear to see Chu Zhengwei in so much pain. His status aside, his kindness toward her alone made it impossible for her to simply stand by and do nothing.
Besides, healing the sick and saving lives was her calling. A man like Mr. Chu, who had contributed so much to the country, was especially deserving of being saved.
"Xiao Nian..."
Before Chu Zhengwei could speak, Chu Deming and Gao Ruolan, who were standing nearby, interjected.
’Acupuncture? Doesn’t that mean sticking needles in his body? Is that something to be done so casually?’
Of course, Shen Nian wasn’t offended by their skepticism. She said nothing, however, simply looking at Chu Zhengwei. After all, his opinion was the one that mattered most in this situation.
"Nian, have you really studied this?"
"Yes, and I learned it quite well."
"Alright. Give it a try."
"Dad!"
"Grandpa!"
The Chu Family members paled in shock at Chu Zhengwei’s words and moved to intervene. The only one who remained perfectly calm was Lu Cheng, who stood aside watching Shen Nian with absolute confidence in her medical skills.
’If Shen Nian said she could do it, then she definitely could.’