Go back to the prosperous days and become a layman

Chapter 864, Surgery 863
"We've thought it through. We'll only thank you and will absolutely not cause you any trouble afterward." Understanding the doctor's unspoken meaning, Luo Zhiping was the first to step forward and express his support.

"Okay, let's prepare for the surgery then." Lü Lixian nodded in satisfaction and began writing the medical record.

Tang Zhitong stood to the side and glanced at her. Lü Lixian's handwriting was still messy, and he didn't recognize most of it, but he could deduce the meaning from the characters he could recognize and his medical knowledge.

The medical record stated that the patient experienced pain on one side of the abdomen and vaginal bleeding, which were consistent with the characteristics of an ectopic pregnancy, and surgery was recommended.

“The proof is not required, but the formalities still need to be completed.” Lü Lixian noticed Tang Zhitong peeking at her, glanced at him, and explained.

"Hehe, sister-in-law can just write it down." Tang Zhitong had no objections; this thing could absolve him of responsibility in a crucial moment...

Compared to Luo Zhiping and Lu Yan, Tang Zhitong would definitely side with Lü Lixian. He could persuade her to take the risk of performing the surgery, so what more could she ask for!

In fact, not only are abortion surgeries restricted in China, but they are also restricted abroad. Tang Zhitong watched a documentary from the United States called "Nameless Sisters".

The film reveals the experiences of women in Chicago in the 60s who sought abortions at illegal clinics. In a city where the air was sweet and donuts were delicious, it was impossible for women to have abortions performed in a regular hospital. Three grown men were needed to perform the procedure: one did the work, one assisted, and one had to hold the woman down.

The patient had no hospital room to lie in after the surgery and could only recover slowly in a small hotel.

The entire process can only be described as "tragic".

Lu Yan doesn't need to go through this ordeal. With the prestige of an "ectopic pregnancy," the surgery can be arranged smoothly, and she can even stay in the hospital for observation for two days after the surgery.

"Go pay the fees, and wait outside the operating room in a bit." After finishing the medical record, Lü Lixian wrote out the form and handed it to Luo Zhiping.

"Do you have enough money? Let me know if you don't." Tang Zhitong followed Lu Yan and Luo Zhiping out to raise money and asked.

"That's enough, thank you, Teacher Tang. I do get paid, after all." Luo Zhiping's smile was somewhat forced, not because he was worried about the money, but because he was nervous.

"Alright, I'll say a few more words to the doctor and tell her to be careful during the surgery." Tang Zhitong patted Luo Zhiping on the shoulder, then went back to the office.

Tang Zhitong admitted that he had not thought things through and wanted to ask Dr. Lü if he could find another experienced doctor to keep an eye on things and minimize the risks.

Lu Yan is still young and shouldn't fall because of this. Dr. Lü also has a bright future and shouldn't let it be ruined by this surgery. As for the expenses related to favors, they are not a big deal and can be paid for by himself.

"What? You look down on me?" After hearing Tang Zhitong's request to contact specialists from other hospitals, Lü Lixian smiled knowingly, with a playful expression.

"No way! Even if I look down on myself, I can't look down on my sister-in-law. I'm just worried that the surgery might be risky and cause you trouble." Tang Zhitong certainly couldn't say that Lü Lixian was unreliable because she was young. Although that's how it is in the medical profession, as long as someone is older and looks older, people can feel at ease. Those swindlers who go against the decisions of their ancestors have taken advantage of this perception of the masses and made a fortune.

"You came to me because you were afraid of causing me trouble? I thought you knew what I used to do, but you didn't?" Lü Lixian was somewhat amused and exasperated. She continued to explain, "Peking Union Medical College Hospital pioneered the research and clinical application of abortion surgery in China in 57, and I've been involved with my teachers since then. You could say I was involved from the very beginning. My teachers taught me step by step, and I've performed quite a few surgeries. Do you think I'm any good?"

"Hey, then I'm relieved. I saw you looking kind and gentle at the construction site before, I really didn't expect you to have this...this side to you." Tang Zhitong was speechless for a moment, unable to find the right words, but this was just right, saving him the trouble of asking Luo Qingquan for help again.

“Cruel, isn’t it?” Lü Lixian didn’t criticize Tang Zhitong’s description of her as “kind and benevolent,” but instead helped him find a suitable adjective.

"No, no, that's not what I meant." Tang Zhitong waved his hands repeatedly. The current environment encourages childbirth, and in the common people's simple understanding, this kind of surgery is against nature and morality. But Tang Zhitong knew that behind the seemingly cruel procedure was compassion for pregnant women.

"Alright, stop babbling here, we need to get ready for the surgery." Lü Lixian glanced at the time, smiled, and got up to go to the operating room for pre-operative preparations.

When she first participated in this study, she also felt it was somewhat cruel. However, after understanding the research background, she changed her mind. As long as it is properly controlled, this surgery is a sign of kindness and care for those suffering women.

Tang Zhitong did not leave the Municipal Maternity Hospital immediately. Although Lü Lixian acted calmly and steadily, he was still a little worried and planned to stay until the surgery was completed before leaving.

Luo Zhiping was filled with anxiety, pacing back and forth in the corridor in front of the operating room, his cigarette never leaving his hand.

"Alright, stop walking, you're making my eyes blurry." Tang Zhitong pulled Luo Zhiping aside, patted the empty space on the bench next to her, and gestured for him to sit down and wait.

"Teacher Tang, we came in a hurry and didn't prepare anything. What are Dr. Lü's preferences? I'll prepare a list later." Even though Lü Lixian hadn't mentioned the background of abortion surgery, Luo Zhiping knew how strict abortion surgery was now. Since she was doing it for Tang Zhitong's sake, he couldn't be stingy with his own efforts, otherwise it would be embarrassing for his roommate.

"You don't need to be so formal with me. You should save the money to help Lu Yan recover. She's been weakened this time and needs to be replenished so she doesn't develop any health problems." Tang Zhitong was satisfied that Luo Zhiping had this thought and didn't plan to let him spend money on it. Right now, they were short of meat and eggs, and if they wanted to replenish Lu Yan's health, it would be a considerable expense. Even if Luo Zhiping had a salary, it would probably be a struggle for him.

"That won't do, it would make me seem like I'm being unreasonable." Luo Zhiping shook his head decisively, still wanting to try again.

"Stop arguing, listen to me this time. Instead of wasting your energy on this, you should think about how to explain it to Director Su. If Director Su asks, I can't keep it a secret. Think about how to tell him." Tang Zhitong was now worried that Su Qingxiang would be unhappy with her if he found out about this.

“My uncle should be fine. Even if he knows, he'll probably support it. With my aunt around, and this matter affecting my future, he'll at most scold me a couple of times.”

"You did it, so admit your mistake and don't argue. This not only affects your future, but also Lu Yan's. If you two still plan to be together after graduation, Director Su might have to step in to coordinate your employment." Tang Zhitong thought of what Su Qingxiang had said about Luo Zhiping not cooperating at home. Although he didn't say much, the matter might not be as trivial as he made it out to be.

However, Tang Zhitong did not offer further advice and stopped there.

Although Lu Yan doesn't seem to have a fiery personality on the surface, you can't judge a book by its cover, and who knows what she might do later?
Even after this incident, their relationship remains as strong as ever, so Su Qingxiang will inevitably have to worry about coordinating with the relevant authorities.

If the two of them harbor resentment and break up before graduation, and Lu Yan asks Luo Zhiping to help her find a good job, can Su Qingxiang just stand by and do nothing?

After all, the label of "starting a relationship and then abandoning it" can be devastating. If Lu Yan really goes all out, I'm afraid no one will have a good ending.

Fortunately, given Su Qingxiang's rank, arranging jobs for college graduates might be difficult, but it's not impossible.

"Then I'll go back and say a few kind words." Tang Zhitong had considered the worst-case scenario for the two of them, but Luo Zhiping clearly had no intention of breaking up; his mind was full of thoughts of paving the way for Lu Yan's future career. Tang Zhitong smiled and didn't say anything more; it was good that Luo Zhiping had come to his senses.

Asking for help is difficult, not only because it requires asking for it, but also because it requires putting aside one's pride and dignity, even to the point of letting others trample on them.

Men rarely go to such lengths for themselves, but for those they care about, even if their dignity is trampled underfoot, they would probably still say: "Excuse me, I hurt your foot."

Only those who have asked for favors can understand the hardships involved...

Every time the operating room door opened, it tugged at Luo Zhiping's heartstrings. After several tense and disappointing moments, Lü Lixian finally walked out of the operating room.

"The surgery was successful, with only 20ml of bleeding. In a moment, follow the nurse's instructions and help her to the gynecology ward. She can be discharged after one day of observation." Lu Lixian, wearing a large cotton mask, pulled it down to expose her nose for breathing after coming out.

"Thank you, doctor! Thank you, doctor!" Luo Zhiping hurriedly expressed his gratitude. He didn't know what 20ml of blood loss meant, but it sounded like a good thing.

"Go wait outside the operating room." As a doctor, although she shouldn't be prejudiced against patients, Lü Lixian still looked down on Luo Zhiping.

Most of the women who come here for abortions are married. This couple was clearly missing that step, but since Luo Zhiping still knew to come and run errands for her, Lü Lixian didn't complain.

"Sister-in-law, that's amazing! Only 20ml!" As Luo Zhiping waited outside the operating room, Tang Zhitong gave Lü Lixian a thumbs up. 20ml of bleeding under blind curettage conditions, judging from the version of abortion surgery introduction he had seen, was absolutely top-notch.

"Alright, stop flattering me. You should probably go back to class soon, right? As the student life committee member, you should pay more attention to your classmates' extracurricular activities, let them do what they're supposed to do, and focus on their studies. Our country is waiting for you to build it up." Lü Lixian spoke with more earnestness. She was a few years older than Tang Zhitong, had seen more of the hardships of life, and witnessed the progress of the new China. She had higher expectations for college students.

"Okay, I will definitely try my best to make my sister-in-law satisfied." Tang Zhitong agreed with a wry smile. The matter between Luo Zhiping and Lu Yan could not actually be discussed in class. If it were made public, Lu Yan would have no face to live.

Lu Lixian still had her regular work to do, and after finishing her sentence, she rushed back to her office. Tang Zhitong lingered outside the operating room for a while, waiting until Lu Yan was helped out by a nurse.

Lu Yan was covered in sweat, her upper body clothes were mostly soaked, and she was clutching her stomach with a pained expression.

There's no general anesthesia, no pain relief. Even Guan Yu, who underwent bone-scraping surgery, had a sip of wine to drink. With abortion surgery, you can only bite on a towel and tough it out.

With Luo Zhiping there, Tang Zhitong didn't need to help them. She took the initiative to carry their washbasins and lunchboxes and followed them to the ward.

After settling in, Tang Zhitong went to the Post and Telecommunications Institute.

Everything was normal in Class 593 of the Wired Department. No one asked where Luo Zhiping and Lu Yan had gone, and Tang Zhitong didn't mention it either.

In the afternoon, Xiao Wang took leave to go see Lü Lixian.

As she was preparing to become a mother for the first time, Xiao Wang had considered getting a checkup, but she was worried about being accused of making a mountain out of a molehill, so she didn't take any action. Today, she took advantage of Dr. Lü's invitation to get the checkup done.

The first thing Lü Lixian did after meeting Xiao Wang was to tell her about Tang Zhitong's help in coordinating the surgery. Of course, she didn't say it directly, only that she had performed an abortion surgery that day, and the patient was from the Post and Telecommunications Institute.

Lü Lixian had no intention of interfering in the relationship between Tang Zhitong and Wang Jingwen, but from her perspective, both morally and logically, she believed that Wang Jingwen should know the truth.

"Is that Lu Yan? Anzi mentioned it at home. I'm sorry to have troubled you, sister-in-law." Little Wang was clever and immediately knew what Lü Lixian was up to. Not only did he act as if nothing was wrong, but he also thanked Lü Lixian.

"Don't worry about the trouble, it's good that he didn't hide it from you. Come on, let me give you a quick check-up." Relieved that she didn't have to play the bad guy, Lü Lixian began examining Xiao Wang.

Lü Lixian asked very detailed questions, and in addition, she took Xiao Wang to have an ultrasound.

A-mode ultrasound, short for A-type ultrasound diagnostic technology, is a very advanced technology at present. It's not like the A-Super League, which even dogs don't watch.

Since it was Xiao Wang's first pregnancy, he lacked experience and asked a few more questions. Lü Lixian explained everything in detail, including but not limited to eating, drinking, mood, exercise, and even the pleasures of the two of them in the bedroom.

"Although the pregnancy seems stable now, just to be on the safe side, it's best not to let the baby touch you for the next three months." Lü Lixian said very bluntly. In fact, she could have said it even more bluntly, but the platform wouldn't allow it.

"Don't even mention three months, I don't plan to let him touch me for ten months. I want him to be a monk for a while," Xiao Wang replied shyly.

“There’s no need for that. Anzi is still young, and he will always have needs.” Lü Lixian gave Xiao Wang a medical explanation, hesitated for a moment, and then said, “There’s no need to make him hold back. After three months, appropriate exercise will also be good for you and the fetus. He asked me to get a bottle of glycerin yesterday. You can consider using glycerin within three months.”

Xiao Wang blushed deeply, recalling her husband's "criticism" of Dr. Lü and Wu Haiyang the night before, and it seemed that perhaps he wasn't wrong.
As for how to use it, Xiao Wang didn't consult Dr. Lü, feeling that this was too much of a breach of his bottom line.

Seeing Xiao Wang blush, Dr. Lü didn't regret bringing it up with her.

She encountered a special case recently.

A pregnant woman came to see a doctor after giving birth; she had that kind of dirty disease.

According to her, she didn't let her husband touch her at all during her entire pregnancy.

She later found out that someone was doing dirty things in the park, and her husband couldn't resist. After a few times, he contracted the disease and then infected her.

Lü Lixian didn't tell Xiao Wang this example because she felt that if she did, it would clearly imply a lack of trust in Tang Zhitong. It's best to be cautious about such things.

It's better to guide than to suppress. Instead of bottling it up, it's better to release the pressure. Once the pressure is gone, even if a woman takes the initiative to pull you away, a man can still stand firm, right?
The two chatted for a few more minutes, and when a patient came to see the doctor, Xiao Wang took his leave at the appropriate time.

(End of this chapter)