So, the average family simply cannot afford such medical expenses.

Watching Tang Yumeng being taken into the operating room, Lin Chuan waited outside the door.

............

Jiangbei City.

For many people, this was a sleepless night. It was so for Lin Chuan, for Zhou Rui, and also for Bai Yifan.

Originally planning to poison Lin Chuan, Bai Yifan never expected that it would be Tang Yumeng who accidentally drank the poisoned alcohol. Bai Yifan was filled with self-blame. That evening, he stumbled his way home and drank alone in his room, steeped in sorrow.

"How could this happen?" Bai Yifan muttered to himself.

He never imagined that such an incident would occur. Although he initially wanted to poison Tang Yumeng, he later changed his plan. After all, he still had feelings for Tang Yumeng in his heart. So, he was intent on taking down Lin Chuan, but the subsequent events were too painful to look back on.

Clang...

Suddenly, Bai Yifan grabbed the bottle in his hand and smashed it fiercely on the ground, shattering it to pieces. In a furious rant, he cursed: "God, you are unfair. Xiao Yu is so gentle, so kind, how could you bear to let her die? The one I want to kill is Lin Chuan, the devil, the unblinking murderer, the one who steals love with his sword. Why won't you let him die, but you let Xiao Yu die?!"

Bai Yifan was already thoroughly drunk, his consciousness blurring. But his brain remained hyperactive with hatred and anger...

However, some things once they happen, cannot be undone. 'Death' of Tang Yumeng was a heavy blow to Bai Yifan. He felt completely shattered. Lying on the ground in a drunken stupor, shards of glass piercing his arm, blood flowing down. Before long, he passed out drunk.

Until the next morning.

When Bai Yifan opened his eyes, his head throbbed painfully, and not just his head, but his hand was in agony as well. The sunlight outside was blinding. Bai Yifan struggled to get up and only then did he realize that there were pieces of glass stuck in his arm. He hastily cleaned his wounds, then looked for a first aid kit and applied some antiseptic liquid.

When he finally came to his senses, he immediately knew today was no ordinary day.

"Xiao Yu, how is Xiao Yu doing now?" Bai Yifan was startled.

He hurriedly took out his phone and frantically called his assistant to check on her condition at the hospital. Soon, the assistant sent back news. He informed Bai Yifan that Tang Yumeng had been transferred to Beijing for the best treatment overnight the previous evening.

Bai Yifan immediately steeled his mind. He knew that the poisoning by ****** was beyond the help of even legendary deities. Plus, with Lin Chuan making the long trek to Beijing, he feared that she wouldn't survive the journey. So, Bai Yifan started planning in his head.

Given Lin Chuan's personality, he wouldn't be able to stay in Jiangbei City after such an event. Song Hao had killed Lin Chuan's mother and brought disaster upon himself. And now, having killed the woman Lin Chuan loved most, Bai Yifan guessed he couldn't escape death either. Therefore, Bai Yifan decided to leave Jiangbei City immediately and flee abroad. He was well aware of Lin Chuan's extensive background. A person with connections in the Beijing military, once seeking revenge, would bring about serious consequences. Thus, Bai Yifan resolved to leave Jiangbei City at once.

He packed a few things hurriedly and left the Extraordinary Bar to be managed by someone else.

Actually, the income from Extraordinary Bar meant next to nothing for Bai Yifan; the bar's existence served merely as a facade. Such a bar had an aura of mystery in Jiangbei City, but its monthly turnover wasn't substantial. It was precisely because of this that Bai Yifan didn't care at all about it.

That afternoon, Bai Yifan left Jiangbei City immediately, flew to Shanghai from the airport, and then took a plane straight out of the country. Where he went, no one knew. Bai Yifan knew he had committed grave sins and realized if he stayed, he might not even save his own life.

Bai Yifan was gone.

In Beijing, at the military hospital.

After three days of physical therapy and stimulation therapy, Tang Yumeng's brain activity had significantly increased.

Lieutenant Colonel Li reported to Lin Chuan, "Lin Chuan, Miss Tang's brain activity has increased notably, so according to our estimates, she should wake up soon."

"Really?" Upon hearing this, Lin Chuan was overjoyed.

The old general beside them also smiled and said, "Good, good. It seems our efforts have not been in vain."

The guard, Xiao Liu, grinned and said, "This is what they call 'Heaven rewards the diligent.' Lin Chuan, look at you, you've lost so much weight after not eating or drinking for three days and nights. You even have so much more white hair."

During the three days of Tang Yumeng's treatment, Lin Chuan had barely taken in any sustenance. If it weren't for his robust constitution, he probably would have collapsed from exhaustion. Three days ago, Lin Chuan was still in the same clothes. However, three days later, Lin Chuan could clearly feel that his trousers had become looser.

Snap!

Suddenly, Lin Chuan stood up, his body straight as an arrow, and then saluted the general, "General, thank you. Thank you for all the care and help these past few days. If it weren't for you, Xiao Yu wouldn't have received such good treatment."

"Silly boy, listen to what you're saying!" the old general laughed heartily.

At this moment, the guard, Xiao Liu, chimed in, "Lin Chuan, if you feel you owe the general, then come back to the unit."

As soon as the words were spoken, the scene immediately fell silent.

Lin Chuan's expression stunned for a moment, while the old general looked at Lin Chuan with eyes as sharp as lightning. It was a look of longing, a look of great expectation. He was awaiting Lin Chuan's return. He did not want a talent like such a spearhead to be exiled. Moreover, with the current severe international situation, if Lin Chuan did not rejoin the team, the Dark Soldier would no longer be a Dark Soldier.

Lin Chuan dared not look directly into the eyes of the old general, those eyes that blazed like pillars of fire.

After a long silence, Lin Chuan nodded: "Alright, I promise you, I will rejoin the team!"

"Kid, are you serious?" The old general suddenly revealed a trace of ecstasy. In fact, he had been prepared for disappointment once again. But unexpectedly, he received the answer he had long awaited. He could not help but show the wild joy in his heart.

Lin Chuan nodded seriously and solemnly: "Yes, it's true. Once I've dealt with my current matters, I will definitely rejoin the team!"

"Good!" The old general slammed the table and said, "No matter how long, I'll wait for you. Your word is enough for me."

Lin Chuan felt a heavier weight in his heart.

The old general spoke: "Alright, I won't disturb you and Miss Tang any longer, we'll take our leave now."

After saying that, the old general left the hospital with his security officer.

"General, why do you think Lin Chuan agreed so readily this time?!" asked the curious security officer Xiao Liu.

"Heh heh!" chuckled the old general, "Ah Xiao Liu, you've done a great service this time."

"Ah?!" Xiao Liu was startled and awkwardly said, "This... how did I render a service."

"Hmm, I've analyzed it, and the timing of your request today was very appropriate," said the old general proudly as he walked. "This time I've helped this young fellow a lot, so it would have been awkward for him to refuse me. Besides, the lad has been away from the Dark Soldier for over a year, it's time for him to come back. So you see, doing good to others is also doing good to oneself. Heh heh... Xiao Liu, you've done a service."

"Then... That is also thanks to the General's brilliant leadership," Xiao Liu said excitedly.

"Nonsense!" The old general thundered a scolding, "What does this have to do with me? It's all your own cleverness, your own quick response!"

"Heh heh..." Xiao Liu scratched his head, embarrassed.

"Hurry and go!" said the old general.

In the hospital, Lin Chuan kept vigil in the ward, eagerly anticipating Tang Yumeng's awakening. How he longed for Tang Yumeng to talk to him. Although the doctor had told him Tang Yumeng would wake up, one always tends to think the worst. Fearing that the slightest possibility might happen to oneself.

In the worst situations, Lin Chuan always hoped for that glimmer of hope for himself.

Lin Chuan remained by the bedside, holding Tang Yumeng's hand, and said softly, "Xiao Yu, wake up soon. The doctor said you're alright now. Please wake up quickly."

Perhaps it was reluctance to leave this world; perhaps it was Lin Chuan's affectionate call; perhaps it was Tang Yumeng's tenacity for life.

As Lin Chuan muttered continuously. Tang Yumeng's hand suddenly trembled.

Lin Chuan suddenly raised his head, having distinctly felt quivering from Tang Yumeng's hand. But when he looked up, he found that Tang Yumeng was utterly motionless. Lin Chuan rubbed his eyes, puzzled, and said, "Strange, could it be my illusion just now?"

Lin Chuan was somewhat puzzled. However, he believed that what had just happened was mostly a hallucination, otherwise why wouldn't Tang Yumeng be awake?

Just when Lin Chuan bowed his head in disappointment. Tang Yumeng's eyelashes trembled, and then her eyes suddenly opened.

"Lin Chuan, where is this?" Tang Yumeng suddenly spoke, her voice very clear.

"Ah?!" Lin Chuan was startled, grabbing Tang Yumeng's hand excitedly, and said, "Sis, you're awake? You've finally woken up?"

With a pained expression on her face, Tang Yumeng held her head with both hands and said, "My head hurts a lot. Where am I? Why is it so dazzling?"

"Sis, this is the hospital." Lin Chuan hurried to massage her head, then explained, "This is the Beijing Military Region General Hospital, don't you remember?"

"Remember what?" Tang Yumeng almost cried out in pain.

"Bai Yifan poisoned the drink!" Lin Chuan hastily said.

Suddenly, Tang Yumeng froze, and instantly the events flashed through her mind. It was as if it all happened yesterday. Her eyes widened and she said, "He... he poisoned your drink, then I drank your drink, and I lost consciousness..."

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