How Long Are You Going to Make Me Wait?

After returning to Jiangcheng, Sheng Xiangsi spent two days settling Junjun in.

The lady recommended by Xu Jie had also arrived. She was in her early thirties, in good health, very attentive, and spoke softly. Junjun liked her very much.

Later, Sheng Xiangsi received a call from William.

William introduced her to a doctor, "This is my junior brother. I've told him about Junjun's condition. You can trust him to take care of Junjun."

Sheng Xiangsi was grateful. "Thank you, William."

"Don't mention it. It's my duty."

As a doctor, William added, "If you encounter any problems in the future, you can call me. If I can help, I will."

"Thank you."

After a pause, William finally said, "What about Junjun's father? Haven't you contacted him? Actually, the safest option is for you to have another child. Junjun is still young, and if it's a sibling, her chances of recovery are over 90%, and she will grow up like a normal child..."

He had said this before.

However, Sheng Xiangsi vetoed it.

"That's just my suggestion, it's the safest and most secure method."

After listening, Sheng Xiangsi remained silent for a while. "Okay, I understand. Thank you."

...

With everything settled at home, it was time to start working.

After the accident in Philadelphia, Sheng Xiangsi became a "backbone" of the troupe. She performed almost every day.

In the evening, she was in the dressing room applying makeup.

Outside the door, the logistics staff came in carrying several baskets of flowers, smiling at her. "Xiangsi, where should we put these?"

Their question implied that these flowers were all for her.

Sheng Xiangsi pointed to a corner of the wall. "Put them there. So many?"

Although receiving flowers in this profession was normal, today seemed to be exceptionally generous.

"Yeah."

The logistics staff smiled. "They are all sent by Second Master Fu. He probably didn't know what kind of flowers you like, so he sent a variety. Isn't it a bit too much?"

Second Master Fu?

Sheng Xiangsi was slightly surprised. Had Fu Hanjiang returned?

He had sent her the last message, and now he returned with such fanfare...

Sheng Xiangsi didn't bother to look at those flower baskets. She finished her makeup and changed clothes, then went on stage to perform.

After finishing, she checked her phone.

There was a message from Fu Hanjiang.

[I'm back. Can we meet tonight?]

After calmly reading it, Sheng Xiangsi put her phone away without replying. She removed her makeup and changed her clothes.

As she reached the door, she was suddenly stopped by someone.

"Miss Sheng...!"

"Ah!"

Sheng Xiangsi was startled and covered her chest, frowning at the unexpected person in front of her. "What's the matter?"

"Sorry."

The man looked apologetic.

He appeared to be in his thirties, well-dressed and successful-looking. He seemed quite nervous in front of her.

"I'm sorry for startling you."

"It's okay."

Sheng Xiangsi smiled and shook her head. "It's my fault for not noticing someone... What's the matter?"

"Yes."

The man nodded. "I've seen your performances several times, and... you dance very well."

Was he a fan of hers?

Sheng Xiangsi smiled and thanked him. "Thank you for your support."

"No, you're welcome..." The man became even more nervous. "Um, do you have some free time? I'd like to invite you for a cup of coffee..."

As he said these words, Sheng Xiangsi saw Fu Hanjiang getting out of the car across the street, walking towards them with measured steps.

His brows furrowed in a way that could kill flies.

He spoke, his voice already carrying a hint of gunpowder, "Can you leave?"

"Huh?" The man turned back abruptly, staring at Fu Hanjiang in bewilderment. "You...?"

"What about me?"

Fu Hanjiang glared at the man disdainfully, then turned to Sheng Xiangsi. "Are you going to have coffee with him? A stutterer!"

Sheng Xiangsi: ...

Did he have to be so venomous?

She hadn't planned on going anyway. Apologetically, she smiled at the man, "I'm not used to drinking coffee at night. Thank you for your kind offer."

"Oh, okay."

The man glanced at Fu Hanjiang, "It's alright, I... I didn't know you had a boyfriend. Sorry to bother you."

Huh?

Fu Hanjiang raised an eyebrow, feeling pleased by the mention of 'boyfriend.' "Take care then."

"Uh? Oh!"

The man, feeling 'honored,' hurriedly left.

As soon as he left, Fu Hanjiang turned to Sheng Xiangsi, discontent and anger evident in his expression. "If I hadn't come, were you not going to refuse him?"

Sheng Xiangsi curved her lips, with a hint of coldness in her smile.

"Do you have to be involved?"

She turned around and walked down the steps.

"Sheng Xiangsi!"

Fu Hanjiang, anxious, grabbed her arm and pulled her in front of him, his hot breath brushing against her.

"Give me an answer. Can I wait? How long are you going to make me wait?"

"What, impatient now?"

Sheng Xiangsi didn't resist, it was meaningless. "I didn't ask you to wait. You really don't need to..."

"Wait!"

Afraid she would tell him to leave, Fu Hanjiang hastily interrupted her. "Isn't it okay for me to wait? How dare you think I'm impatient?"

Sheng Xiangsi ignored him, broke free from his grip, and turned to walk away.

"Get in the car, I'll take you." Fu Hanjiang wasn't that foolish to think she'd agree so quickly.

He came just to see her.

As usual, he dropped her off at Wenchang Road.

"Xiangsi."

As he got off the car, Fu Hanjiang grabbed Sheng Xiangsi's arm. "Are you going home this week? Grandma knows about what happened in Philadelphia. I told her you're okay, but she's still worried."

Sheng Xiangsi nodded. "Okay, I got it."

Fu Hanjiang was relieved. "Then I'll wait for you."

Sheng Xiangsi didn't respond one way or the other, she got off the car and walked away. Her current residence was also near Wenchang Road, just a five-minute ride away on a shared bike.

Back at the apartment, as soon as she entered, she heard Junjun crying.

"Mama!" Junjun rushed into her mother's arms, looking very aggrieved.

Xu Jie sighed and explained, "After taking the medicine, she was fine at first, but suddenly started vomiting."

"Wuwu..."

Sheng Xiangsi looked at her tearful daughter in her arms, her heart breaking.

Having just moved, changed doctors, and adjusted the treatment plan, the doctor had warned that Junjun might not adapt.

Sure enough, she started experiencing side effects.

But in reality, this wasn't the first time something like this had happened to Junjun.

As long as her illness remained uncured, the pain would continue! Random, unpredictable outbursts of pain!

At this moment, she couldn't help but recall William's words, the doctor's junior, who had said the same thing.

[What about Junjun's father?]

[Are you considering having another child?]

Sheng Xiangsi was deeply unwilling.

But she loved Junjun so much!

She wished she could bear all of Junjun's pain for her, even if it cost her life... she would do it without hesitation!

This night, Sheng Xiangsi stayed with Junjun.

Watching her tear-streaked face, she didn't sleep all night.