The fragrance of medicine fills the countryside in 1990

Chapter 109: Situ Qingfeng, the evergreen of the medical school, returns to the first scene of Jiangda
Gu Xinliang lowered his eyes quietly, as if the curtain of night had quietly fallen, isolating himself from all the noise from the outside world.

His fingertips, like a spring breeze blowing over willow branches, carefully stroked the new scar on his thumb.

When he raised his face again, he was met with Su Chenjin's eyes as bright as stars.

Her gaze was like a sharp sword, as if trying to penetrate the layers of fog in his heart and explore the true emotions hidden under his calm appearance.

Under her gaze, Gu Xinliang felt his heartbeat accelerate unconsciously, as if he was being pulled by a force from the earth's core and was unable to resist.

The two of them just stared at each other. Time was silent at this moment, and even the sound of the wind gradually disappeared.

There was an inexplicable tension in the air, both tense and full of anticipation.

The distance between them seemed to be infinitely shortened, yet there seemed to be an invisible barrier between them that could not be easily crossed.

A smile quietly blossomed on Gu Xinliang's face, that smile was calm and composed, like a wise man who had experienced many hardships and had long since taken the little setbacks in life lightly.

He slightly raised his injured hand and waved it lightly in the air, his tone calm and firm, revealing an indescribable power.

"It's just a minor injury, there's really no need to worry too much."

He said calmly, his eyes flashing with determination and confidence, "Look, it's just a shallow scratch, there's no need for you to panic. It's not the kind of shocking wound left by a major surgery, how could it be easily infected?"

He paused for a moment, his eyes flashing with abundant energy and power, flowing out like a warm current, dispelling the worries and uneasiness in Su Chenjin's heart one by one.

"Don't worry, I'm in very good shape. This minor injury is nothing to me."

He said it lightly, his tone revealing an unyielding determination.

He raised his smiling face, and it seemed as if the whole world was contained in that smile at that moment, sunny, confident and calm.

Gu Xinliang's voice was accompanied by the movement of his hands. He paused for a moment, and then his tone became clear and bright.
"In a few days, this little injury will heal naturally and return to normal."

He said lightly, not taking this trivial matter to heart.

However, Su Chenjin did not think so. The doubts and worries between her brows were like the morning mist, lingering around her eyebrows. It seemed a little hazy, yet with a truth that could not be ignored.

She opened her lips slightly, revealing a barely perceptible concern: "Director Gu, the wound on your hand may not seem noticeable to outsiders, but in my eyes, it is something that cannot be underestimated."

Her gaze inadvertently slid down and landed on Gu Xinliang's hand.

There, a tiny wound was like a hidden secret, but it was leaked out inadvertently.

The blood oozed slightly, like a glaring rouge, breaking the purity of the skin.

She had not intended to spy, but this glimpse seemed like the guidance of fate, causing her curiosity and worry to surge like the tide.

Her eyes moved across Gu Xinliang's face, as if she was looking for the answer hidden behind the smile, or as if she wanted to use the tenderness of her eyes to touch the heart that was trembling slightly with worry.

The concern and inquiry in her eyes were like silent language filled with doubts and worries, but at the same time silently gave him strength and comfort.

Gu Xinliang shook his head slightly, his lips curled up slightly, outlining a soft and comforting smile. "Really, don't be too nervous, everything is fine."

His low and gentle voice soothed Su Chenjin's anxiety and uneasiness, and it was a feeling of tranquility and peace of mind.

However, although Gu Xinliang looked calm and composed, Su Chenjin always felt that things were not as simple as they seemed.

An inexplicable premonition quietly rose in her heart, as if this seemingly insignificant wound actually contained some unfathomable secret.

In this process, every insignificant detail may become a key clue.

She did not dare to slack off and was determined to get to the bottom of it and uncover the secret hidden behind the wound.

That afternoon, the sunlight was like strands of golden threads, slowly falling and gently diffusing in every corner of the Jiangnan University campus.

It shuttles diagonally between the buildings, with swaying shadows of the trees, painting every place with a warm and soft golden luster, as if the entire campus was coated with a layer of dreamy colors.

The breeze blew gently, and the leaves swayed in the sunlight, making rustling sounds.

Gu Xinliang and Su Chenjin walked hurriedly, like a gust of wind passing through the campus path.

The rural activity that just ended was like a wonderful adventure and was deeply imprinted in their hearts.

Those novel things and vivid stories, like seeds, took root and sprouted in their hearts, making them full of infinite expectations and longings for the future.

On campus, students are either in groups of three or five or alone. Their figures are shining in the sun, like a group of cheerful elves dancing.

On the lawn, some people were lying quietly, enjoying the caress of the sun; under the shade of the trees, some people were gathered together, enthusiastically discussing study issues.

Their laughter and conversations intertwined to form a symphony of youth, floating in every corner of the campus.

Gu Xinliang and Su Chenjin shuttled among the group of students, and their mood became relaxed and happy.

However, as night fell quietly, the noise in the academy gradually dissipated, and a quiet night enveloped the whole place.

Su Chenjin stood alone in the night, her heart filled with uneasiness.

She had just finished her evening self-study, but had not received a reply from Gu Xinliang.

A full eight hours had passed since Director Gu was urgently summoned by the college leadership.

During this period of time, Su Chenjin's heart was always shrouded in a thick haze.

She seemed to be able to sense that something big was about to happen.

She felt that she couldn't just sit there and do nothing, so she decided to go find Gu Xinliang herself.

Su Chenjin was very familiar with that tree-lined path.

Every time I walk by, I seem to hear the years whispering among the treetops, and the leaves dancing in the breeze, making rustling whispers, like a natural melody.

Although her steps were fast, they were calm and firm.

Along the way, patches of emerald green lawns spread out under your feet, like an emerald blanket, soft and vibrant.

As she walked through it, she felt like she was in a flowing painting, and every step she took was on the vein of life.

Finally, she arrived at Gu Xinliang's office.

The light from the office shines through the window and falls on the ground, forming a warm and soft halo.

The halo, with some kind of destiny pulling her forward, attracted her.

Su Chenjin gently pushed open the wooden door of the office. The "creaky" sound was like a breeze, gently blowing through the silent space.

She carefully leaned her head in and her eyes fell on the upright figure. It was Gu Xinliang. He was sitting at his desk, like a steady mountain.

The moonlight from outside the window slanted in, outlining his figure particularly clearly, as if he was covered with a layer of silver coat.

The pen in his hand galloped across the paper like a dancer's light steps. In that small world, he was dancing with words and affairs, busy and orderly.

His back looked solemn and sacred in the moonlight, like a general commanding thousands of troops, or a scholar writing a masterpiece.

Su Chenjin stood there quietly, looking at the back, feeling an inexplicable emotion and respect in his heart.

Su Chenjin stood at the door, staring quietly at Gu Xinliang's back, with an inexplicable emotion surging in his heart.

She took a deep breath, walked forward gently, and said in a gentle but respectful voice: "Teacher Gu, I'm here to ask you a question."

Gu Xinliang looked up when he heard the voice, his eyes fell on Su Chenjin's face, and a hint of surprise flashed in his deep eyes.

He smiled slightly, gently put down the pen in his hand, and gestured to Su Chenjin to sit down.

Su Chenjin walked to the sofa opposite Gu Xinliang and sat down, and the distance between them was instantly shortened.

They started talking about their recent work and studies, and the topic was relaxed yet profound.

Their conversation was like the gurgling stream, flowing in the quiet time, and every word was full of wisdom and emotion.

During their relaxed conversation, Su Chenjin's eyes inadvertently slid to Gu Xinliang's feet.

She noticed a piece of broken glass lying quietly on the edge of the sofa. It seemed to be gently caressed by the moonlight, emitting a faint and soft light.

The existence of this piece of glass seemed to be a bit mysterious, which aroused Su Chenjin's deep curiosity.

She tried to recall, but found that she had never seen such a piece of glass in Gu Xinliang's place.

In Su Chenjin's mind, Gu Xinliang's image is always closely linked to "caution" and "meticulousness".

He is like a carefully crafted work of art, with every detail carefully considered and polished.

Whether at work or in life, Gu Xinliang has shown unparalleled meticulousness and thoughtfulness, especially when it comes to his personal belongings, to the point of being almost harsh.

Those objects that were closely related to Gu Xinliang, whether they were priceless jewelry or ordinary daily necessities, were all taken care of by him meticulously.

He always noticed any tiny changes at the first moment, and even arranged everything in order before others noticed.

Therefore, in Su Chenjin's eyes, Gu Xinliang is almost a flawless existence.

However, the piece of broken glass in front of him broke Su Chenjin's usual perception of Gu Xinliang.

The broken glass fragments scattered on the ground looked so abrupt and out of place.

Su Chenjin couldn't imagine how such a cautious and meticulous person like Gu Xinliang could let such a thing happen.

She carefully recalled every detail of her previous interactions with Gu Xinliang, trying to find any possible clues.

But no matter how hard she tried to recall, she couldn't connect the piece of glass with Gu Xinliang.

In her impression, Gu Xinliang had never been negligent or careless.

Therefore, Su Chenjin concluded that this piece of broken glass was definitely not caused by Gu Xinliang accidentally.

There must be some unknown secret or reason hidden in this.

Time flows slowly like a trickle of water, and finally freezes at the exact moment of eight o'clock. Several senior professors from the medical school, with a staggering step, come to look for Gu Xinliang with a bit of urgency and expectation.

And behind them, a group of youthful student union members followed closely.

Their faces were filled with vigor and energy, like a fresh breeze that blew away the depressing atmosphere in the medical school.

Among this group of young people, Chen Shanshan stands out.

She was wearing a simple yet elegant dress, with her long hair fluttering gently. She was the most beautiful scenery on campus.

When Gu Xinliang's gaze inadvertently swept across Chen Shanshan, a brief flash of anger flashed in his eyes, as if some past that he didn't want to mention was touched upon.

At this moment, Situ Qingfeng, who was standing in the middle of the professors, spoke slowly, his voice steady and powerful, "Director Gu, we retired old guys are taking the liberty of visiting you today because we have something to ask of you."

In the vast history of the medical school, Situ Qingfeng is like an evergreen tree. He is like a magic needle that stabilizes the sea. No matter how unpredictable the situation is, he always stands there and holds up the sky for the medical community.

This time, he came with an important responsibility, representing all the professors from the medical school, with a clear and firm purpose - he hoped that Gu Xinliang could fight alongside them and contribute a little to the soon-to-open Baiyi Hall.

They plan to conduct some free medical consultations to give back to society through practical actions and bring health and hope to more people.

The initiator of this proposal was Chen Shanshan, vice president of the Student Union.

As a professor from the first class of the medical school, Situ Qingfeng naturally felt obliged to step forward.

Gu Xinliang hesitated for a moment, frowning slightly, as if carefully weighing every possible consequence in his heart, and then he slowly spoke, with a thoughtful and cautious tone, "Perhaps, we can discuss this matter in detail."

However, Situ Qingfeng didn't seem to want to give him too much room to maneuver. His words were as direct and decisive as the autumn wind sweeping away fallen leaves. "This is not a matter for discussion. Since we have the ability to do it, we should make a decision immediately and execute it quickly. At this moment, all the senior professors of the medical school are here. Why don't we decide directly by voting?"

Situ Qingfeng's words were like a sharp sword, piercing people's hearts without leaving any room for them.

However, these straightforward words made Gu Xinliang feel indescribable depression and unhappiness in his heart.

He knew very well that behind all this, there must be Chen Shanshan's invisible hand controlling it in secret.

Chen Shanshan's arrival did not bring any easing to the situation which was so tense that it was almost frozen.

She stood silently in the corner, like a bystander forgotten by the world, but her eyes were shining with sharp light, fixed on the shining star of the medical school - Situ Qingfeng.

Her mind seemed to be completely focused on the upcoming contest between Situ Qingfeng and Gu Xinliang. The anticipation and nervousness could almost overflow from her eyes.

Sure enough, Situ Qingfeng did not disappoint everyone. He stepped forward and fearlessly asked Gu Xinliang to make a clear statement immediately.

Gu Xinliang took a deep breath, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes, and he responded calmly: "This matter will be decided on this Sunday."

Although his voice was as calm as water, it revealed an unquestionable determination and firmness.

After hearing this, Situ Qingfeng nodded with satisfaction, then turned around and left with his men, his steps firm and powerful, without any dragging his feet.

However, Chen Shanshan did not leave. She slowly walked towards Gu Xinliang with a sneer on her face, as if with a bit of provocation and threat, "Director Gu, this is just the beginning."

Her voice was low and cold, as if foreshadowing a more intense contest to come.

Gu Xinliang slowly raised his head, his eyes were as sharp as torches, calm and firm, as if penetrating all the confusion and doubts.

“It’s more than just a great start to advance the impact of the medical school and the advancement of medicine.”

His voice was neither loud nor low, but it revealed an unquestionable power, which not only demonstrated his inner firm determination, but also cleverly resolved Chen Shanshan's aggressive provocation.

Chen Shanshan was choked by his answer and was speechless. She glared at him angrily and said, "Just wait and see!"

Then she turned and left. Her back gradually faded from Gu Xinliang's sight until she disappeared from his sight.

Gu Xinliang finally relaxed as if a heavy burden had been lifted off his shoulders. He felt a chill coming over him. It turned out that sweat had soaked through his clothes without him noticing.

He held on to the chair beside him with great effort, trying to support his tired body.

At this moment, he seemed to have experienced a fierce battle. Although he won the victory, he also paid a heavy price.

At this moment, Su Chenjin walked lightly into the room, and caught a glimpse of Gu Xinliang's unusually pale face from the corner of his eye.

She instantly sensed a hint of something unusual, as if something was wrong.

Her eyes involuntarily fell on Gu Xinliang's thumb. A glaring red blush appeared on the scar, and her heart trembled suddenly. "Director Gu, is your thumb... infected?"

There was a hint of concern and surprise in Su Chenjin's tone.

Gu Xinliang nodded slightly without saying anything more. He took out a small exquisite medicine bottle from his pocket, poured out some transparent liquid, and gently applied it on the scar.

This is a special medicine he brought back when he went abroad at the beginning of the year. There is no substitute in China yet. For someone like him who is often injured, it can be said to be a life-saving medicine.

However, although the drug is very effective, the moment it is applied, it feels like being pricked by a needle and is extremely painful.

Gu Xinliang clenched his teeth, frowned, and tried hard to endure the piercing pain.

He sat down slowly, his face becoming even paler.

Seeing this, Su Chenjin felt a pang of pity.

She hurried to the table, poured a glass of warm water and handed it to Gu Xinliang.

"Director Gu, please drink some water first."

Her voice was gentle and caring, like a spring breeze blowing through Gu Xinliang's heart.

Su Chenjin's voice was mixed with a subtle doubt, and she asked softly: "Did Chen Shanshan do all this?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Xinliang's brows twisted involuntarily and a hint of astonishment flashed in his eyes.

He stared at Su Chenjin and asked in a deep voice, "How did you find out?"

Su Chenjin took a deep breath, as if to calm his inner turmoil, and then slowly spoke: "I noticed that Chen Shanshan would patrol the dormitory, lounge and office with the dormitory manager every day. This is what I have observed recently."

Gu Xinliang nodded slightly, expressing his agreement: "Indeed, inspection is an indispensable part of Chen Shanshan's daily work. However, I never expected that her carefully trimmed nails would accidentally cut my finger, and I never thought that this small scar would involve such a complicated problem."

Su Chenjin continued to analyze in depth. She frowned and spoke with a hint of solemnity: "I carefully checked the broken glass fragments under the sofa and found a virus that destroys cells and organisms. This virus is extremely dangerous. As long as the wound is slightly exposed, it is very easy to be infected, and the consequences are disastrous."

Gu Xinliang heard this, and a sharp chill flashed in his eyes. He said in a deep voice: "Chen Shanshan obviously has some ulterior motive for doing this. I think something must have gone wrong with the Qin family, and she wants to take this opportunity to do something."

Su Chenjin nodded slightly, with a deep voice: "That's true. However, I always feel that there is a deeper secret behind this matter. Do you remember that Chen Shanshan's sister is about to give birth to a new life, which may be another reason for her eager action. We must proceed step by step and never let her cunning plan succeed."

Gu Xinliang was silent for a moment, his brows furrowed, and a cold light flashed in his eyes.

He said in a deep voice: "If the plan to deal with me can be successfully achieved, then her next goal is very likely to be..."

Su Chenjin took over the conversation, his voice firm and decisive, as if he had already prepared: "That's me, Su Chenjin!"

Su Chenjin carefully handed the virus test report in her hand to Gu Xinliang, her eyes revealing deep worry, "Director Gu, please be sure to read this report carefully."

Her voice was low and firm, revealing an indescribable heaviness.

"What I'm worried about is by no means a trivial matter," she continued, her fingers unconsciously twisted together, revealing her inner tension and anxiety.

"I'm afraid the wound on your thumb is not as simple as it appears."

She finally voiced her concerns, a tremor in her voice.

Her eyes were fixed on Gu Xinliang's thumb. The tiny wound there looked like an abyss in her eyes, hiding unknown dangers.

Gu Xinliang took the report and his eyes became serious.

He knew Su Chenjin's character very well. If she was not absolutely sure, she would not easily say such words.

He slowly opened the report and read it carefully page by page. Every piece of data and every conclusion touched his heart.

Gu Xinliang frowned, his voice was a little heavy, "Chen Shanshan obviously came prepared this time. I originally thought that she would at least leave some room for maneuver and would not be so decisive."

His eyes flashed with complex emotions. Su Chenjin sighed and then slowly said, "She has a grudge against you not only because of the matter between Qin Yu and Qin Feng. Do you still remember that at the meeting of the school student union to discuss the investment promotion expenses, Chen Shanshan made three suggestions in succession, but you rejected them one by one?"

Gu Xinliang's expression became even gloomier. "Even so, she can't be so reckless!"

He lowered his head, his eyes fixed solemnly on the virus report in his hand. Every word was like an ice-cold needle, piercing deeply into his heart.

An inexplicable chill quietly grew on his vest, as if an invisible cold little snake was slowly crawling on his skin, bringing waves of chilling touch.

Gu Xinliang's voice seemed particularly weak and trembling in this silent space, like a leaf eroded by the cold wind, with a hint of panic and uneasiness that was difficult to conceal, "I was too busy during this period and neglected my precautions. I didn't expect that I would give her an opportunity to take advantage of me."

He muttered to himself, his tone full of self-blame and regret.

Gu Xinliang took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner panic, and then said resolutely: "Now, I must go to the Affiliated Hospital of Jiangda University immediately for a comprehensive and detailed physical examination. I want to find out whether this virus has quietly invaded my body and whether it has affected my health."

Although his voice still trembled a little, it was more firm and decisive.

Gu Xinliang stood up. Although his steps were a little heavy, his eyes were extremely firm.

Su Chenjin said without hesitation: "Director Gu, I will go with you."

However, what they didn't expect was to meet Chen Shanshan again in the Affiliated Hospital of Jiangda University.

Seeing Su Chenjin accompanying Gu Xinliang, Chen Shanshan couldn't help but sneer, "Hey, Director Gu, you are quite popular."

Su Chenjin's face was instantly covered with a layer of gloom. She fought back without showing any weakness: "Chen Shanshan, you need to understand that Director Gu's authority is not something you can easily challenge! We have already called the police. Everything that follows will be decided by the law."

Chen Shanshan shrugged contemptuously, with a fearless and defiant expression on her face, "Humph, you people always think that arresting people can solve the problem. It's a pity that you have no evidence, what can you do to me? Besides, Director Gu has not been in good health recently, I'm afraid he won't be able to come to the free clinic at Baiyitang on Sunday. In this case, it's hard to say whether you can keep your position as director."

As she spoke, she turned her gaze to Su Chenjin at the side, with a mocking arc on her lips, "Su Chenjin, Su Chenjin, don't think that you can show off here just because Gu Xinliang is supporting you behind the scenes. Without his protection, you are just a little hot pepper at the mercy of others, without even a hint of spiciness."

Chen Shanshan's words were full of provocation and sarcasm, as if everything was under her control.

Her nonchalant attitude made people angry and helpless, and Su Chenjin was so angry that his face turned blue.

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a crisp sound, and Su Chenjin slapped Chen Shanshan loudly without any hesitation.

Chen Shanshan looked at her in astonishment and stood there in a daze for a moment.