The camera pans out.
Shen Jingqi's long eyelashes flutter from time to time.
He looked so focused, embodying the beauty of time.
Li Baiyu found herself drifting off, her gaze unexpectedly not on Tuantuan.
This was the first time such a thing happened!
She actually relied on watching Shen Jingqi to pass the time.
Li Baiyu sat casually in the VVIP room.
Facing the cold room, she really wished she wasn't here.
Since Shen Jingqi left, Li Baiyu suddenly felt a bit lonely.
Surveying the surroundings, her gaze was somewhat blank.
She didn't like it here, but there was no better place to be.
If those "illusions" could not be dispelled, she would never find true peace.
After all these years, she was finally able to seek methods to help herself.
This time pretending to be admitted to the hospital was mainly to find someone to be her assistant to uncover the cause of the illusions.
This psychiatric hospital was sponsored by Li Baiyu herself.
Three years ago, she invested funds to renovate Shen University Third Hospital and introduce world-class instruments and equipment.
As the largest shareholder in the hospital, Li Baiyu had absolute control.
She perused the materials on Shen Jingqi sent by Dean Zhang.
One sentence caught her attention.
[Excellent at diagnosis: Once predicted a patient would exhibit abnormal behavior in a case, which turned out to be true.]
"President Yu, Shen Jingqi was strongly recommended by Shen University, that's why the hospital accepted him."
"Otherwise, without any background or connections, this opportunity wouldn't have fallen to him, right?"
"Ah, you know, Vice Dean Lin's niece is graduating in one more year, and he had already been eyeing this position. Now, there are three intern doctors in the hospital competing for the full-time position. But I'm getting old, retiring in a few years, and I can't worry about it too much."
Dean Zhang composed himself:
"Let capable ones take the positions!"
"You mean to tell me that arranging for Shen Jingqi to assist me would be a good option, right?"
"Uh, hope this kid can satisfy you."
...
Shen Jingqi busied himself joyfully, finding that even taking care of a cat wasn't so tiring.
Especially the way the kitten eats, it really brings joy.
It's easy to connect with a kitten; treat it well, and it gives immediate feedback.
Look at that, the silver tabby cat is circling around him, occasionally snuggling.
Even, under Shen Jingqi's gaze.
The cat lay on the ground, exposing its belly.
Reaching out to touch, indeed it was very soft.
So this is the joy of petting a cat!
Nobody expected that someday, I'd become a true cat slave!
Shen Jingqi glanced at the time, turned off the lights, and went into dreams together with the cat.
Slept well through the night.
Early morning, Shen Jingqi was awakened by a furry sensation on his face.
He opened his eyes.
"Meow."
The silver tabby cat was perched on the bedside, walking back and forth.
Shen Jingqi suddenly realized the environment he was in.
Successfully completed a day as a cat slave!
Seeing Shen Jingqi wake up, the silver tabby eagerly meowed incessantly.
It mewed with its teeth bared, appearing anxious.
It circled around Shen Jingqi's legs, as if glued, especially smooth.
Shen Jingqi was very careful to avoid stepping on the cat with his next step.
He looked at the cat bowl, cleaner than his face, not a single piece of cat food left inside.
Remembered Li Baiyu's reminder.
The cat needs to be fed on time.
This little master has quite the appetite.
Shen Jingqi opened the sealing of the cat food bag, pouring in half a measuring cup.
Then opened a packet of fresh meat.
The silver tabby ate heartily.
Then went to the kitchen to change the water in the water bowl.
Everything was orderly.
Checked the phone, there was no message from Li Baiyu.
Considering last night's temperament, Li Baiyu not contacting him in the morning was a bit surprising to Shen Jingqi.
Today's ward round, let's see what happens then.
Shen Jingqi changed into his clothes, folded the pink outfit, and placed it on the bed.
The pink tail stood upright, very fluffy.
Thinking about having to wear this every night for the next week, there was an indescribable feeling.
Checked the time, it was time for work.
Shen Jingqi filled the cat bowl.
A whole day's worth.
Enough for it to eat.
Called Uncle Li, and soon Uncle Li arrived by car.
On a weekday morning, the roads were bustling with cars and people.
The sports car sped through the city, like a flagship with wings.
Arriving at the hospital, thanked Uncle Li, and Shen Jingqi headed to the hospital's cafeteria.
The hospital cafeteria was very large and spacious.
It's said to be funded by Li Baiyu, providing great benefits for the hospital staff.
The steaming breakfast was already set.
Swipe the doctor's staff card for a free meal.
Happily enjoyed breakfast.
Shen Jingqi suddenly remembered something.
Went to the boutique supermarket next to the cafeteria.
Lip balm!
Found it.
Put it in his pocket.
Shen Jingqi also bought two sets of underwear.
Went upstairs, put on the white coat, and entered work mode.
First, attended the 8 AM morning meeting.
Every duty doctor and nurse reported case situations as usual, mainly the risky cases.
After everyone gradually left.
Dean Zhang and attending physician Zhao Jian stared at Shen Jingqi.
"Senior sister, everything is stable for now."
Both Dean Zhang and Zhao Jian breathed a sigh of relief.
Li Baiyu is not only the hospital's backing and financier but also the current greatest benefactor.
Only by satisfying her, can everyone feel at ease.
Shen Jingqi's service quality indirectly related to others' safety.
Only by serving well can it prevent others from taking over, causing anxiety.
"Jingqi, go to the VVIP room now and check the situation."
"Yes, be sure to make her feel good."
"Ask her what she likes to eat so the head chef can prepare it personally."
Dean Zhang and Zhao Jian urged Shen Jingqi to be proactive.
Pressed the doorbell.
Shen Jingqi opened the door and went in.
"Good morning, senior sister, I'm here to check on you."
"Oh."
Li Baiyu smiled slightly.
She had just woken up not long ago.
Didn't sleep well here last night.
The cold bed and the blue bedspread weren't to her liking.
And without the cat nearby, she couldn't sleep well.
Waking up this morning, without the familiar cat's call and snuggle, felt uneasy.
Shen Jingqi noticed Li Baiyu's face looked slightly weary.
Sensed she might not have rested well.
Yesterday she was a bit emotionally unstable, plus going out to find the cat, might have tired her out.
"What would you like for breakfast? I'll have the chef make it. The food at the cafeteria is very good."
Seeing the expression on Shen Jingqi's face, Li Baiyu thought to herself:
"This person, mentioning food, finds such happiness."
Seemed a bit influenced, spoke slowly, "I don't have anything particular in mind to eat, you could recommend something."
"Sure."
Shen Jingqi dialed the cafeteria.
"Dining center, may I help you?"
"Please prepare a bowl of white fungus and lotus seed porridge, an egg, a vegetable bun, and a beef bun, and deliver it to the VVIP room."
Hung up the phone.
"Ordered, by the way, you eat beef, right."
"It's fine. But what if I don't eat it, what would you do?"
"I'd eat it."
"I exercise every day and need to eat some meat." Shen Jingqi illustrated, then earnestly said:
"You need energy now, proper nutrition must be kept up."
"I usually have a simple breakfast."
Li Baiyu replied.
Actually, in recent years she's been busy and often skips breakfast.
"You earn so much money and don't indulge much?" Shen Jingqi was a bit puzzled.
Li Baiyu couldn't help but laugh:
"What's big spending even cost? No matter how big the house, it's just a bed; no matter how good the food, it's just chopsticks to eat with."
"The 'Tao Te Ching' says: 'A thousand beds, only one for restful sleep.' The 'Wisdom of the Sages' says: 'A thousand acres of fertile fields, meals consume but a measure.'" Shen Jingqi replied.
"The 'Carefree Travel' says: 'Birds build nests, occupy no more than one branch; moles drink water, need but quench their thirst.'" Li Baiyu responded.
The two suddenly exchanged a smile.
In that instant, an invisible barrier seemed to be broken.
Mutual understanding.
Feeling of being on the same page.
Very good.